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The August 7, 1985, meeting of the Personnel and Finance Committee
was called to order by its Chairman Councilman Ann Puzzello at 1: 30
p.m. in the Council informal. meeting room.
Persons in attendance included:- Councilmen Serge, Puzzello, Beck,Voorde,
Braboy, and Zakrzewski, Mike Vance, Carol Sanders, Dave Sypniewski,
members of the news media, Kathleen Cekanski-Farrand, and the individ-
uals listed below each department heading-.
Councilman Puzzello noted that this was the continuance of
yesterday' s committee meeting to review the tax supported City Budget
for 1986.
POLICE DEPARTMENT Page 17 $7,995,151 an increase of 4.1% over 1985
Chief Hurley, Steward Wolfrard, Joel Wolvas, and Ron Marciniak
reviewed the Department' s budget.
It was noted that 234 persons are budgeted and that presently
there are 225 on :the force. 4 persons will be in school and should
be ready by the first of the year.. 8 officers are currently interested
in retiring.
Councilman Beck requested that the City begin talks with the
new school superintendent regarding the funding sources for the
crossing guards.
Chief Hurley and Ron Marciniak then outlined how their depart-
ment could have 29' officers put back in the streets by the civilian
replacement program. 5 public .service officers would be used at the
front desk. They believed the system would be more cost effective,
and would included positions in records, film, evidence, communications,
planning and research, motor pool, and the desk. It would be a
five-year plan. It was noted that it costs approximately $17, 000 to
put a new individual on the police force.
The general maintenance position was new. It is being proposed
so that uniform officers do not have to work on plumbing items that
become ineffective in the three sector stations.
It was noted that Santa Anna, California has a force which is
54% civilians. The civilian officers would wear a light blue shirt,
and a civilian . badge and patch. Councilman Beck noted her concern
over the overtime issue and passed out a handout with a breakdown
of the total salaries with the overtime added. Chief Hurley noted
that fewer officers are working jobs outside of the department.
Line item 151 Medicine included the continuing costs for
Maurice Woods who was shot in the line of duty in 1977 and has a
medical retirement, and Ray Woodward who has shot in the line of
duty but is still on the police department. The chief noted that
there are very few other funds which help.)fund the department.
The alcohol safety program and the arson grant program do provide
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some outside funds. It was noted that approximately $100 , 000 is
received from parking violations annually, and Councilman Puzzello
suggested that such funds be funnelled back into the Police Depart-
ment rather than received as miscellaneous revenue.
Councilman Beck recommended that the car lock-out procedure
be reviewed. She noted that the City Police Department responds
whereas the City of Mishawaka's does not provide such service.
She recommended that there be a small fee for such services . Chief
Hurley noted that this suggestion : has been made to the City Adminis-
tration in the past but that the City Administration believed that
the goodwill was enough. Chief Hurley noted that in the month of
May, there were 24 car lock-outs within a 24-hour period.
Councilman Braboy. questioned where the proceeds of the items
which are sold at auction by the Department go, and was informed
that pursuant to state law they must go into the pension fund.
Ron. Marciniak stated that he would prepare a written report
for the Council regarding the 5-year civilian replacement plan.
He also highlighted a 5-year plan for vehi.ele replacement which
would be more safe, improve the image of the department, and would
increase the morale. The plan would be for 1986-1990 with a
cost savings that would -be substantial. Overall there would be
3.33 fleets purchased.
POLICE PENSION Page 64 $2,037,366 an increase of 95 . 8%
Mr. Vance noted that this would be funded from the tax base .
40 officers could retire by the first of the year. The City
anticipates that 13. officers will retire at a cost of $143, 559 .
Councilman. Braboy expressed concern over "double-dipping" where
an officer retires and then is hired as a civilian. It was noted
that police officers do not pay social security.
FIRE DEPARTMENT P20 $5,615,290 an increase of 3.9%
Chief Brassell, Rick Switalski, and Ernie Rozanski reviewed
the proposed budget.
Chief Brassell noted that the force currently has 227 men, and
that the force should be reduced by attrition to 218 men. 85 men
could retire, and the average age of a firefighter is 45 years old.
The last firefighter was hired on December 22, 1981.
In light of the Garcia decision, the department would be
adding half time to their straight time to be in compliance. They
are allowed to work 68 hours in a 9 day shift, and presently work
72 hours in this period of time. Each new firefighter hired would
cost the City approximately $25,000.
The physical fitness issue is still pending in Court. It was
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to be a three year program. $56 ,000 has been encumbered for it.
Following discussion the following action was taken:
Line Item 151 $22,970 for physical fitness was deleted
Line Item 322 $2 ,000 was added to this account (Travel)
Line Item 429 $3,000 was added to this account (Other equipment)
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(net reduction in the Fire Dept. budget of $17,970)
The Chief noted that there were adequate numbers on the fire depart-
ment and that they would be in compliance with the agreement with
the Union.
Councilman Voorder requested an update on the Vehicle Replacement
Plan. The Chief noted that their department has the best equipment
in the United States.
EMS Page 24 $425,584 decrease by 3.5% in 1986 _
A new few increase for EMS services would be sent by the City
Administration for Council review. The City Administration would
suggest that the current charges be used to fund the dedicated
fund, and that the increased portion be used to offset the expenses
of the EMS department. The department presently has a 70% collection
rate. $265,000 of new revenue is anticipated if the new rates
go into effect. $262, 000 has been billed out for 1985 .
Councilman Beck suggested looking at the Fort Wayne system.
It was noted that _firefighters do not pay social security.
FIRE PENSIONT Page 62 $2,567,793 104. 3% increase for 1986
Line item 311 "outside legal Counsel" was being proposed
at $10,000. Police penseion has aline item 311 for outside
legal counsel in the amount of. $2,400. Line item 151 medicines
is being increased in anticipation of: phyi.cal costs for new hires .
YOUTH SERVICE BUREAU Page 32 $90,771 19. 4% for 1986
Bonnie Strycker reviewed the proposed budget. Insurance,
social security, PERF, etc. were formally covered in the Controller's
budget. The bureau will be fully funded for the first 6 months of
1986 , and then they hope to go to a not-for-profit status July 1st,
and experience a 25% cutback for the remaining 6 months. They
have received not update from the County as to their $15, 000 request
from revenue sharing.
Following further discussion by the commitee, the meeting was
recessed until tomorrow at 1: 30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Councilman Ann Puzzello
Chairman