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Budget Hearing Report Personnel and Finance Committee September 12, 1995 Page 2 He noted a reorganization of personnel in the Waste Water O&M but there would be no layoffs. There are currently 18 people in operations which will work four 10 hour days. The City has contracted with Lawson Fisher to convert methane into use with the benefits resulting in positively impacting the budget. In response to a question raised by Council Member Kelly it was noted that the City is selling compost and that test plots with the farmers are being done. It is hoped that if it is successful that the farmers would save on fertilizer costs. In response to a question raised by Council Member Luecke it was noted that consultant fees are being requested to be increased in light of IDEM combined overflow studies and implementation requirements. Mr. Leszczynski noted that there is a good overall master plan which allows the Waste Water Treatment Plant to grow and it has the capacity to grow.He noted that the team effort is paying off. The Committee then reviewed the Street Department budget presented by Mr. Sam Hensley. He reviewed both his performance based budget information and the line item budget material. Mr. Leszczynski noted that many new programs were added to Mr. Hensley's operation. Mr. Hensley noted that the entire City sewer system is in the process of being cleaned and that a new preventative maintenance program is being instituted. His goal is to have a year round program utilizing sewer cameras. The cost for a private truck in this area is$400.00 up front with a$125.00 per hour camera truck fee. Mr. Hensley noted that the new computerized feeling system will soon be up and running which will result in personnel cut backs.He also indicated that his Department will use more cellular phones (4 projected) at a cost of approximately$2,000.00.He noted that overall it is the same basic budget with new objectives. In response to a question raised by Council Member Zakrzewski it was noted that work on the concrete streets was to begin in September 1, 1995.He noted that work began Monday and welcomed his input on other locations. Mr. Hensley also noted that he is proposing"Airport Rodeo"for training for snow removal as one of the performance indicators.He is also suggesting a State-wide Rodeo for next year if at all possible. He stated that the fleet is in good condition with good maintenance being provided by Matt Chlebowski and his staff. He noted that operation will utilize 4 ten hour days. In response to questions raised it was noted that a combination of salt and sand is being utilized however there are effects on the Sewage Treatment Plant which are being studied. In response to a question raised by Council President Ladewski it was noted that vehicle excise tax is being replaced with state lottery dollars. Mr. Lesczcnyski noted that MVH should result in an increase of approximately $77, 000.00 more and that LRSA should result in approximately$100, 000.00 more.