HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-23-15 Personnel and FinancePERSONNEL & FINANCE FEBRUARY 23.2015 4:00 P.M.
Committee Members Present: Karen White, Valerie Schey, Derek Dieter, Dr. Fred Ferlic
Citizen Members Present: Valerie Moore
Other Council Present: Tim Scott, Henry Davis, Dr. David Varner, Oliver Davis (AB),
Gavin Ferlic
Others Present: Phil St. Clair, Jim Gardner
Agenda: Bill 15 -11 Oppose Senate Bill 198 and House Bill 109 which
would repeal the Common Construction Wage Law
The Personal & Finance Committee under the leadership of Karen white held a hearing to consider a bill
that expresses opposition to the state legislature's initiative to repeal the Common Construction Wage
Law.
Henry Davis, primary sponsor of the bill, made the presentation. He said the common wage law had
been in effort since 1935. Henry said the bill protects the local economy assuring fair wages for local
tradesmen.
Following Henry was Jim Gardner, President of the local building trades, who in addition to echoing
Henry's comments about the repercussions to the local economy if repealed, went on to describe other
negative effects such as threatening the apprenticeship program.
During the Council question portion both Karen White and David Varner asked questions about the
process of the current wage setting board. Dr. Fred Ferlic and Gavin Ferlic both voiced support for the
current wage process saying it works.
Derek Dieter motioned for a favorable recommendation. Valerie Schey seconded and it received
unanimous support.
Karen White adjourned the meeting at 4:17 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted,
Karen White, Chairperson
Personnel & Finance Committee