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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-18-93 Personnel & Finance QCommitat 1&Y3ort of tie AOtroonnizi ants Puente Qtommitat: The August 18, 1993 meeting of the Personnel and Finance Committee was called to order by its Chairperson, Councilmember Ann Puzzello at 3:10 p.m. in the Council Informal meeting room. Persons in attendance included Councilmembers: Coleman, Luecke, Puzzello, Zakrewski, Duda, and Ladewski; John Stancati, John E.Leszczynski, Jeff Rinard, Ed Talley, Jack Dillon, Bill Dillon, Kevin Horton, Deanna Steffenhoffer, Sam Hensley, Isabelle Hernadez, Ronalda Minns, and Kathleen Cekanski-Farrand. Waterworks: Waterworks General '93: $7,033.946 1994 Proposed: $7.374.535 Waterworks Depr. '93 $1.476.150 1994 Proposed: $ 821.092 Waterworks Sinking '93 $ 300.000. 1994 Proposed: $ 660.000 Mr. John Stancati noted that his department is embarking into the 21st century. 1994 revenues are based on 1992 income plus a 25.5% increase. New areas of income include: Park Department $10,000 for the next 5 years Solid Waste $42,000 Back Flow Fee $100,000 IURC approved Overall the salary and hourly expenses will be less next year than this year with two (2) people less overall. $20,000 is requested for marketing to educate users and to address feedback. It was also noted that equipment service charges also reflect an hourly rate increase from $24.00 to $38.00. In response to a question from Councilmember Puzzello, it was noted theat the revenue differences reflect the actuals versus estimated. It was also noted that fees charged prior to shut off are received as miscellaneous income. Personnel and Finance Committee Meeting August 18, 1993 Page 2 In response to a question from Council President Puzzello it was noted that a report will be sent to the Common Council by September 13, 1993, regarding the relocation of the water works administration building. Clay Water: Clay Water General Fund:'93 $ 281.533, 1994 Proposed: $ 423.000 Clay Water Sinking Fund: '93 $ 64.739 1994 Proposed: $ 64.738 Mr. Stancati stated that this increased rate is approximately 35% compared to the increase rate in the city of 25%. It was noted that new water users sign waiver of annexations (example: Irongate). Wastewater: Sewage Operation & Maint. Fund '93 $ 6.300.552 1994 Proposed: $ 6.066.905 Mr. Jack Dillon then reviewed the Division of Environmental Services proposed budget. He reviewed in detail various handouts and graphs and noted that the bond rating was raised from "BAA" to "AAA" with a debt service reduction of $50,000 in 1994. Sewage Works: Sewage Operation & Maint. Fund '93 512.570.078 1994 Proposed: $12.575.078 Revenues are basically the same as this year with $12.5 million being projected. Rates are the same as 1989 and should not be increased for the next two years. The overall budget is approximately $20,000 less than the current budget due to consolidations and reorganizations. It was noted that sewer separation is required by local ordinance for all new subdivisions. Personnel and Finance Committee Meeting August 18, 1993 Page 3 The Greely and Hanson report which has been underway for the past 18 months will be given to the Common Council in the very near future . In response to a question from Councilmember Puzzello it was noted that merit bonuses are included in each utility whereas for non-utility employees such monies are proposed in the City Controller's budget. Mr. Dillon noted that with the reorganization there will be three (3) fewer people in salaried positions. He noted that electrical costs will be down due to the increased use of methane and using off-peak electric rates. The overall budget ill be reduced approximately $240,000 over the current budget. Councilmember Duda question the use of bi-product usage and sales. Mr. Dillon noted that 503 Sludge Regulations require that sewage sludge be listed on all title work however that "clean sludge" is not required to be listed. He is hoping to have 100% bi-product usage in the future. Councilmember Coleman voiced concern over Pinhook Lagoon. It was noted that the dewatering lines had been broken and that a building now is located over those lines. Councilmember Coleman stated that he would discuss this further with the Park Department. Sewage Depreciation Fund: '93: $1,056,600 1994 Proposed: $1,233.000, The capital side will reflect a 1/2 million dollar increase. Enhanced preventive maintenance programs will be implemented. Clay Sewage: Clay Sewage General Fund: '93 $ 557.785 1994 Proposed: $ 615,000 Clay Sewage Sinking Fund: '93 $ 138.699 1994 Proposed: $ 138.698 Personnel and Finance Committee Meeting August 18, 1993 Page 4 Mr. Dillon then reviewed both of the proposed budgets. Safety and Risk Management: Isabelle Gonzalez then presented written documents on various safety and risk management programs which she oversees, including a copy of the "Drug Detection and Deterrence Policy and Procedures". She focused on three (3) areas of review: 1. Workers Compensation a. Police and Fire Departments have been incorporated. 2. Safety/Risk Management a. Drug Testing b. Confined space training c. Hepatitis B d. DOT program 3. Liability Insurance a. Claims investigator used. Councilmember Coleman complimented Ms. Gonzalez for her "terrific report". There being no further business to come before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned at 5:25 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Ann Puzzello, Chairperson Personnel and Finance Committee Attachments