HomeMy WebLinkAbout12/14/1985 Adjourned Meeting 210
DECEMBER 14, 1985
ADJOURNED MEETING - BUDGET WRAP -UP
The City Council met in session on this date at 9:30 a.m. in the Council Chambers
of City Hall, Yakima, Washington. Council members present were Mayor Clarence
Barnett, Henry Beauchamp, Pat Berndt, Lynn Buchanan, Jerry Foy and Jack Sparling.
Council member Lynn Carmichael present after 10:00 a.m. City Manager Zais,
Director of Finance & Budget Hanson, City Clerk Roberts and Deputy City Clerk Toney
also present.
Mayor Barnett indicated the budget wrap -up session would follow the sequence of the
1986 Budget Policy Issues /Decisions handout dated November 14, 1985.
FIRE
Referring to page 1 of the 1986 Budget Policy Issues /Decisions, dated November 14,
1985, it was MOVED by Foy, seconded by Buchanan, to adopt Item A to call for a RFP
only for a fire station relocation study. Unanimously carried by voice vote.
Carmichael absent. Referring to Item B, it was MOVED by Foy, seconded by
Buchanan, to approve the expenditure of $1500 for equipment, with the stipulation
the money be taken from the Cable TV Fund. Glenn Rice suggested the figure be
increased to $2000 to permit the purchase of commercial VCR equipment. It was
MOVED by Foy, seconded by Buchanan, to amend the motion making the expenditure
$2000. Unanimously carried by voice vote. Carmichael absent. The question was
called for a vote on the motion, as amended. Unanimously carried by voice vote.
Carmichael absent.
POLICE
It was MOVED by Beauchamp, seconded by Berndt, to approve the DA IV Upgrade of the
Non- Commissioned Assistant Records Supervisor. Unanimously carried by voice vote.
Carmichael absent.
With regard to the impact of the Grauun- Rudman Bill, Mayor Barnett questioned
whether Council wished to consider the replacement of radio equipment during FRS
considerations or consider an alternative at this time. City Manager Zais
reviewed the memorandum included in the packet dated December 11, 1985, with
regard to the increase of $69,057. Mr. Zais stated the memorandum updates
corrections to the Preliminary Budget showing a reduction of expenditures in all
funds approximately $25,000, and an increase in revenues of approximately
$80,000, principally in the General Fund. He reported the net gain to the General
Fund is $69,057 and has been added to the unobligated, unreserved General Fund
balance from which the City still has to settle Fire Department labor
negotiations. It was MOVED by'Buchanan, seconded by Foy, to take the $29,200
for radio equipment replacement out of the $69,057. Unanimously carried by voice
vote. Carmichael absent.
WATER - OPERATING FUND #474
It was MOVED by Foy, seconded by Berndt, to approve a 6% rate increase rather than
the 12% increase as recommended by staff. Discussion ensued regarding the amount
of increase, and whether the amount is sufficient to meet the minimum debt
service. The question was called for a vote on the motion. Unanimously carried by
roll call vote. Carmichael absent.
With regard to Item B, transfer of monies to Water Capital Fund, it was MOVED by
Berndt, seconded by Sparling, to approve the transfer of $320,000 to the Water
Capital Fund. Unanimously carried by voice vote. Carmichael absent.
With regard to Item C, it was MOVED by Foy, seconded by Beauchamp, to deny the
request for replacement of the 3 yard truck, by a 5 yard dump truck. Discussion
followed regarding the "down months" for various pieces of equipment, and the
possibility of creating a vehicle pool to obtain maximum use of City equipment and
vehicles. Fleet Manager, Don Toney, commented favorably regarding this
suggestion. The question was called for a vote on the motion. Unanimously carried
by voice vote. Carmichael absent.
DOMESTIC WATER IMPROVEMENT #477
It was MOVED by Berndt, seconded by Foy, to approve Domestic Water Improvement
Items A) 1st Avenue Water Main ($75,000); B) Water Comprehensive Plan ($50,000); C)
Water Treatment Plant Backwash Tank ($75,000); D) Rattlesnake - FERC license
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application ($85,000); E) 3-16" gate valve upgrade program ($12;500); F) Water
intake renovation ($107,550); G) Park Avenue (27,000), H and I, in its entirety.
Unanimously carried by voice vote. Carmichael absent.
Council member Carmichael present after 10:00 a.m.
SEWER OPERATING #473
It was MOVED by Berndt, seconded by Foy, to approve Option #3, retain the 2/3 rate
for 1986 with the provision that as future cash needs are determined by the Sewer
Comprehensive Plan, thestrong waste surcharge rate to be the first in line for
increase, thus ameliorating the possible overall rate increase. Unanimously
carried by voice vote. With regard to Item B, it was MOVED by Foy, seconded by
Buchanan, to approve the transfer of $350, 000 from the 473 Fund to 476 Fund.
The question was called for a vote on the motion. Unanimously carried by voice
vote. Regarding Item C, the purchase of garbage bins,: it was MOVED by Buchanan,
seconded by Carmichael, to approve the purchase of new garbage bins. A brief
discussion ensued regarding the cost of refurbishing the garbage bins as opposed to
the purchase of new bins. The question was called for a vote on the motion.
Unanimously carried by voice vote.
WASTEWATER PLANT CAPITAL RESERVE #472
It was MOVED by Berndt, seconded by Carmichael, to approve Item A, Plant
Maintenance & Operation; Item B, Resources; and Item C, Balance. Unanimously
carried by voice vote.
SEWER CONSTRUCTION FUND #476
With regard to Item A, Sewer Comprehensive Plan; Item B, Lincoln Avenue & 30th;
Item C, Resources /Expenditures; and Item D, Balance; it was MOVED by Carmichael,
seconded by Sparling, these items be approved. Unanimously carried by voice vote.
WASTEWATER FACILITY CAPITAL #478
It was MOVED by Berndt, seconded by Carmichael,. to approve Item A, Sewer Trunk
Construction; Item B, Contract Contingencies, #3, #5, and #6; Item C, Audit
Contingency; Item D, Balance; and Item E, Balance Available. Unanimously carried
by voice vote.
ENGINEERING
With regard to Item A, it was MOVED by Foy, seconded by Carmichael, that the
expenditure of $12,500 for the purchase of a blueprint machine be approved.
Unanimously carried by voice vote.
Mayor Barnett pointed out that Item B, Information request regarding Funding for
Pedestrian and Bikeways, is provided for informational purposes.
COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
PLANNING /CODE INFORCEMENT
With regard to Item A, Automated Mapping /Geocode System Feasibility Study RFP
Request, it was MOVED by Foy, seconded by Berndt, that the Request For Proposals
only be authorized. Unanimously carried by voice vote.
With regard to Item B, Right -of -Way Use Permit, Council member Buchanan initiated
discussion of the yearly fee for this type of permit, after which it was MOVED
, by Buchanan to initiate a full figure for right -of -way use permits and eliminate
the annual renewal fee. Motion died due to lack of a second. It was MOVED by Foy,
seconded by Sparling, to adopt Alternate G-2 of the budget, which is to phase in
the increase. Carried by 5 -1 roll call vote. Buchanan voting nay and Carmichael
. abstaining. .
Discussion ensued regarding the cost effectiveness of the weed abatement program,
after which it was MOVED by Foy, seconded by Carmichael, to refer the weed
abatement ordinance to the Code Administration Manager and the Legal Department,
for an ordinance amendment to recover all indirect and direct charges, and bring
that document back to Council for action. Following a brief discussion on the
intent of the motion, the question was called for a vote on the motion.
Unanimously carried by voice vote.
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TOURIST PROMOTION
(Mayor Barnett temporarily absent.)
Regarding Item A, Professional Services Account 410 regarding a 6% Wage Increase
Request, it was MOVED by Carmichael, seconded by Buchanan, to approve this
request. Council member Foy spoke against the request for a 6% salary increase in
the personal services contract. He stated he does not feel there is justification
for such an increase, and encouraged other Council members to vote against the
motion. The question was called for a vote on the motion. Failed by 3 -3 voice
vote. Berndt, Foy, and Sparling voting nay. Berndt temporarily absent. It was
MOVED by Foy, seconded by Sparling, to deny the request for a 6% salary increase.
Council members Carmichael and Buchanan indicated they could not vote in favor of
the motion as they feel denying any increase is unjustified. Due to the
possibility of a tie vote, the motion was withdrawn with the consent of the second,
until the full Council is present to vote on the motion. Mayor Barnett having
returned to the meeting, Assistant. Mayor Beauchamp explained the dilemma to Mayor
Barnett, after which the motion was restated by Council member Foy. It was MOVED
by Foy, seconded by Sparling, to deny the request of the 6% salary increase.
Council member Foy explained the rationale behind the motion, stating this is a
personal services contract for which the City pays $30,000. He stated $15,000 of
this amount is for salaries, the other $15,000 is for advertising purposes for the
Convention Center, and he does not feel the personal services contract for
managing the Center should involve split services for personnel. He further stated
the 6% increase is higher than any other contract which has been settled in the
City, and feels the request is unjustifiable. Mayor Barnett stated he feels the
increase should not exceed 4.4 %, the amount of increase granted to Management.
It was MOVED by Beauchamp, seconded by Carmichael, to amend the motion to grant a
a salary increase in the amount of 4.4 %. Motion carried by 5 -2 voice vote. Foy
and Sparling voting nay. The question was called for a vote on the motion, as
amended. Carried by 5 -2 voice vote. Foy and Sparling voting nay.
Regarding Item B, Enclosed Office Space, it was MOVED by Foy, seconded by Sparling,
to deny the $4,000 request to enclose office space. Council member Buchanan spoke
in favor of the request pointing out changes which have occurred in City Hall in
an effort to improve productivity. Council member Foy stated he feels the Center
is being subsidized by the City, therefore, is not in favor of granting this
request. Les McNary, Manager of the Convention Center, defended the
request, stating the 1985 revenues for the Convention Center came in higher than
had been anticipated. Mayor Barnett stated he is quite pleased to see the Center
is putting $72,000 into the depreciation fund, and indicated he would vote in
favor of the request for $4,000. The question was called for a vote on the motion.
Failed by 5 -2 voice vote. Barnett, Beauchamp, Berndt, Buchanan, and Carmichael
voting nay.
FINANCE
Regarding Item Al, DA I - DA III Reclass, it was MOVED by Sparling, seconded by
Foy, to deny the request for reclassification of the DA I to a DA III. Unanimously
carried by voice vote.
Regarding Item A -2, Addition of Half -time DA I, it was MOVED by Sparling, seconded
by Foy, to deny the addition of the half time DA I. Unanimously carried by voice
vote.
Regarding Item B, Special Audit Services - State Auditors Office or Public
Accounting Firm /Lowest Bidder, it was MOVED by Foy, seconded by Carmichael, to
approve the $3,000 to call for quotes and statement of qualification from public
accountant firms. Unanimously carried by voice vote.
CUSTOMER SERVICES
Regarding Item A -1, Animal Control; Increase Dog License Fees, it was MOVED by
Buchanan, seconded by Sparling, to deny the request for increase of the dog license
fee. Unanimously carried by voice vote. Regarding Item A -2, Spay and Neuter
License Fees Proposal, it was MOVED by Foy, seconded by Sparling, to adopt this
proposal. Unanimously carried by voice vote.
PARKING CONTROL
Regarding Item B-1, Elimination of Parking Checker Position, it was MOVED by
Berndt, seconded by Sparling, to approve the elimination of this position.
Unanimously carried by voice vote.
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Regarding Item B-2, Increase Monthly Parking Lot Fee Permit, it was MOVED by Foy,
seconded by Carmichael, to approve the alternate proposal of a $25 fee for monthly
permits. Unanimously carried by voice vote. It was MOVED by Carmichael, seconded
by Beauchamp, that this concept be reviewed to see if there is a more efficient way
to handle this situation. Unanimously carried by voice vote.
PERSONNEL
Regarding Item A, Staffing Increase - Employment and Training Specialist Position,
it was MOVED by Carmichael, seconded by Beauchamp, to approve the increase in
staffing. Failed by 5 -2 voice vote. Barnett, Berndt, Buchanan, Foy and Sparling
voting nay.
PUBLIC WORKS ADMINISTRATION
It was MOVED by Foy, seconded by Buchanan, to deny the request for a sidewalk in
front of the City Shops. Unanimously carried by voice vote. A brief discussion
ensued regarding a loading /unloading ramp at the City Shops bus stop location,
after which, it was MOVED by Beauchamp that an unloading pad be constructed at this
site. Motion died for lack of a second.
TRANSIT
Regarding Item A, it MOVED by Foy, seconded by Sparling, to approve the cross
town route on a 6 months basis. Council member Carmichael expressed
concern, stating the six months timeframe is insufficient to properly evaluate such
a route. Discussion ensued regarding advertising costs, should such a route be
established. Council member Berndt suggested -the possibility of combining same of
the 'routes in conjuction with the cross town route. It was MOVED by Carmichael,
seconded by Berndt, to amend the motion to approve the cross town route for an
indefinite period of time, and a quarterly review by Council. Following a brief
discussion, the vote was called for on the amendment. Carried by 5 -2 voice vote.
Barnett and Foy voting nay. The question was called for on the amended motion.
Carried by 4 -3 voice vote. Barnett, Foy and Sparling voting nay. It was MOVED by
Berndt, seconded by Buchanan, to instruct staff to bring back a proposal to combine
the Summ:itview & Lincoln route. Motion carried by 5-2 roll call vote. Barnett and
- Foy voting 'nay. A brief' discussion followed regarding the marketing expenditures
for the cross town route. Mr. Hanson indicated the proposal includes $19,957 for
marketing expenses in connection with the cross town route.
Regarding Item B, Extended Hours of Operation, it was MOVED by Carmichael to
approve the request for extension of operating hours. Motion died for lack of a
second.
With regard to Item C, Transit Fee Increase, it was MOVED by Foy, seconded by
Beauchamp, to deny the transit fare increase. Council members Buchanan and
Sparling expressed concern with the termination of UMTA funds in the near future.
Council member Sparling suggested Council consider reducing the tax on the
consumer. The question was called for a vote on the motion. Failed by 4 -3 roll
call vote. Berndt, Buchanan, Carmichael and Sparling voting nay. It was MOVED
by Buchanan, seconded by Carmichael, that the discussion be left as is until the
further information is received from the Transit Advisory Committee. Motion
carried unanimously by voice vote.
It was the 'consensus of Council to recess at this time for lunch and to reconvene
at 1:30 p.m.
EQUIPMENT RENTAL
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The meeting having reconvened, Mayor Barnett directed Council's attention to Page
7, Item'A under Equipment Rental, stating this is an information item only at'this
time. Council member Beauchamp questioned if this action means the sedan and
pick -up truck (discussed during a previous budget review) will not be purchased
until . after review of the material. Mayor Barnett stated, "no,• it doesn't."
Council member Beauchamp expressed concern with the prices quoted in the material.
He questioned the standards used in preparing the specifications for these
vehicles,, and asked if the City could purchase less expensive vehicles which would
accomplish the same purpose. Don Toney, Fleet Manager, stated this is a
possibility. He further explained that since the last budget review meeting, he
has received the state bid for vehicles which contains a base price of $4,993. He
stated this is $1000' lower than last years vehicle. Mr. Toney stated the figure
given in the budget is strictly for budgetary purposes and does not mean that
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amount of-money will actually be expended for the vehicles. Council was assured by
Mr. Toney that the bid specifications would be brought back for their review prior
to these vehicles being purchased.
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TRAFFIC
It was MOVED by Foy, seconded by Berndt, that Items A, Traffic Control Personnel
Revision, and Item B, Temporary Help (Outside Funding), be approved for adoption.
Unanimously carried by voice vote. It was MOVED by Carmichael that Item C, Traffic
Control /Pedestrian Safety Improvements, be adopted. Motion died for lack of a
second. It was MOVED by Foy, seconded by Sparling, that this project be denied.
Carried py 5 -2 roll call vote. Berndt and Carmichael voting nay. Regarding Item
D, Pavement Management System, Mayor Barnett commented he would like to see staff
use semi annual staff time. It was MOVED by Sparling, seconded by Foy, to approve
Item D, with the use of semi annual staff time. Unanimously carried by roll call
vote.
REFUSE
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Regarding Item A, Refuse Rate Increase Proposal, it was MOVED by Berndt, seconded
by Sparling, to approve Alternative No. 3 for refuse rate increases. Council
member Buchanan stated he does not feel the single can users should be penalized
in this manner, and many of these users are elderly people on fixed incomes, and
cannot afford such any increase. Mayor Barnett commented that one of the
alternatives submitted by staff is labled "Mayor Barnett's Alternative IV
Proposal," and requested the record indicate this is not his alternative
proposal. He also stated he is opposed to Alternative #3 for the same reasons
given by Council member Buchanan. The question was called for a- vote, on the
motion. Carried by 6 -1 voice vote. Barnett voting nay. It was MOVED by Buchanan,
seconded by Beauchamp, to keep the single can service at the present rate as long
as it is below rate cost. Motion failed by 4 -3 roll call vote. Barnett, Berndt,
Carmichael, and Foy voting nay. Regarding Item B, Yard Service Season, it was
MOVED by Foy, seconded by Sparling, to establish a seven month period for Yard
Service to be from May through November. City Manager Zais stated at one time
yard service was for a 5 1/2 month and the public requested the service be
extended. He stated the 8 month yard service cycle evolved from that request. The
motion was withdrawn with the consent of the second. It was MOVED by Foy, seconded
by Sparling, that Yard Service be established from April to November. Unanimously
carried by voice vote._
STREETS
Regarding Item A, Traveled Way Organizational Change- Staffing, it was MOVED by
Sparling, seconded by Beauchamp, this request for 1.5 bodies be denied.
Unanimously carried by voice vote. It was MOVED by Foy, seconded by Berndt, to
deny Item B, Street Maintenance /Traveled Way - Street Sweeping. It was MOVED by
Carmichael, seconded by Foy, to adopt Item C, 50/50 Sidewalk Program.. Unanimously
carried by voice vote. It was MOVED by Foy, seconded by Berndt, to approve
mandatory bagging, or appropriate disposable containers, not to exceed 50 lbs, for
leaf pick up. Unanimously carried by voice vote. It was MOVED by Foy,
seconded by Carmichael, to adopt Item E, cleanup program and not restrict it to
"alley ". Unanimously carried by voice vote. It was MOVED by Berndt, seconded by
Carmichael, to approve Item A, aquatics personnel. Unanimously carried by voice
vote. It was MOVED by Berndt, seconded by Foy, to approve Item B, aquatic fee
changes as proposed in the budget. Unanimously carried by voice vote. Regarding
Item C -1, it was MOVED by Berndt, seconded by Sparling, to define senior citizen at
age 62 for golf course fees and aquatic fees. Unanimously carried by voice vote.
Regarding Item C -2, it was MOVED by Berndt, seconded by Carmichael, to increase the
fees in accordance to the schedule with the exception that youth be raised to the
rate of senior citizen rather than the adult rate. Unanimously carried by voice
vote. It was MOVED by Foy, seconded by Berndt, to adopt Item D, Yakima Sr. Center
increase subscription fee on newsletter. Unanimously carried by voice vote. It
was MOVED by Foy, seconded by Beauchamp, to deny the elimination of the recreation
leader /program. Carried by 5 -2 voice vote. Berndt and Carmichael voting nay. It
was the consensus of Council to leave the senior citizen age requirement as is.
PARKS AND RECREATION CAPITAL
It was MOVED by Berndt, seconded by Carmichael, to approve Item A, the expenditure
for the Lions Pool modernization. Unanimously carried by voice vote.
Regarding Items B & D, it was MOVED by Foy, seconded by Berndt,
that due to the passage of the Grairau- Rudman Bill and its signing into law by
the President, and the resulting uncertainity of the Bill's revenue impact on the
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City's financial status and existing programs, that this request be referred back
to the Parks Commission for a priortiy determination regarding this project versus
the requested funding for a spa and sauna facility as part of the Lions Pool
Project. And further, that the Parks Commission consult with staff and the School
District and report back to Council with the following information: a) preparation
of the specific site plan /map defining all improvements planned with appropriate
cost estimates. b) an analysis of current parking usage and traffic circulation,
together with future parking requirements and traffic circulation needs. c) a
description of City owned property versus School District •property in this area. A
brief discussion ensued regarding these two items, after which the question was
called for a vote on the motion. Unanimously carried by voice vote. Before
concluding discussion of the Parks & Recreation budget, Council member Berndt
initiated discussion regarding the Yakima Valley Slowpitch Association's contract,
after which it was MOVED by Berndt, seconded by Carmichael, to refer the Slowpitch
Association's contract back to staff for re- evaluation. Unanimously carried by
voice vote.
CEMETERY
It was MOVED by Berndt, seconded by Sparling, to approve the Tahoma Cemetery fee
increase. Unanimously carried by voice vote.
1986 INSURANCE
It was MOVED by Foy, seconded by Berndt, to adopt Item A, Insurance Retention
Program Transfer, with funds to be taken from the Capitol Theatre Reserve.
Council member Buchanan questioned "what is the Capitol Theatre Insurance Reserve?"
City Manager Zais explained that the Capitol Theatre Insurance Reserve is the is
the million dollar settlement resulting from litigation involving the Capitol
Theatre. He stated this money. was invested and the scan of the interest money
earned was applied (during 1981 and 1982) to loans which had been obtained. for the
volcano emergency. He elaborated on other projects which had been funded in this
manner. He indicated the Capitol Theatre Insurance Reserve Fund and the Federal
Revenue Sharing Funds are the only two possibilities from which to take the
$200,000. After further discussion, it was MOVED by Buchanan, seconded by
Carmichael, to amend the motion that the money cane from contingency Federal
Revenue Sharing Reserves. The question was called for a vote on the amendment.
Motion carried by 6 -1 voice vote. Barnett voting nay. The question was called for
a vote on the motion. Motion carried unanimously by voice vote.
Mayor...Barnett indicated page 13 is for information purposes only.
City Manager Zais spoke briefly about the Grauuu- Rudman Bill and its effect on
federal revenue sharing funds. He stated the passage of Granuu -Rudman contemplates
severe measures on domestic and local government programs in the event the
President and Congress are unable to agree on a budget deficit program. If an
agreement is not reached, Gramm- Rudmann automatically starts implementing major
cutbacks, 50% in defense and 50% through other target measures in domestic
programs. This would effect FRS by stopping it as of the first quarter payment for
1986. Thereafter, it would be cancelled, as well as the CDBG program, and other
federal aid urban programs. He indicated the budget would be impacted by the
decision which is yet to be made. It was MOVED by Foy, seconded by Carmichael,
that Items A -D be funded from Federal Revenue Sharing Reserve, and Items E
through G be placed on hold until determination of the effect of the Grauun- Rudmann
Bill is known. Mayor Barnett expressed concern in taking these funds from Federal
Revenue Sharing Reserves rather than taking the funds from other sources. It was
MOVED by Buchanan, seconded by Berndt, to amend the motion, that the funds be taken
fran the first quarter payment of Federal Revenue Sharing Funds. The question was
called for a vote on the amendment. Unanimously carried by voice vote. The
question was called for a vote on the amended motion.
Unanimously carried by voice vote.
PROPOSED FRS REQUESTS WITHIN AVAILABLE FUNDING •
It was MOVED by Carmichael, seconded by Foy, that all of the items on Page A14 be
placed on hold in lieu of the proposed action from the Gram Bill.
Unanimously carried by voice vote.
Council member Foy initiated discussion regarding the proposal of the half time
person requested by the Refuse Division. Following a brief discussion, and the
the gavel having been relinquished to Assistant Mayor Beauchamp, it was MOVED by
Barnett, seconded by Buchanan, the half time position be denied. Unanimously
carried by voice vote. Mayor Barnett called attention to page 132 which contains
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Cable TV's request to increase the time of city worker from .20 to .25. He stated
he has not been convinced this is necessary, therefore, it was MOVED by Barnett,
seconded by Foy, that this request be denied. Unanimously carried by voice vote.
City Manager Zais requested Council reconsider the position which was denied to the
Personnel Department. It was MOVED by Buchanan, seconded by Beauchamp, to
reconsider the issue of the increase in personnel. Carried by 4 -3 roll call vote.
Barnett, Foy, and Sparling voting nay. Mr. Zais recapped the history of the
Personnel Department and their workload, and strongly urged Council to reconsider
this request. A brief discussion ensued, after which it was MOVED by Carmichael,
seconded by Beauchamp, to reinstate the position as presented in the budget.
Unanimously carried by voice vote.
Council member Beauchamp stated he had been impressed with the National League of
Cities and the quality of their workshops, and therefore, it was MOVED by
Beauchamp, seconded by Carmichael, that the City reconsider, and become a member of
the National League of Cities. Carried by 5 -2 roll call vote. Barnett and
Sparling voting nay. Mr. Zais stated at this time he would like to
request Council's reconsideration of the finance position which had previously
been denied. It was MOVED by Beauchamp, seconded by Foy, that the half time
position in the Finance Department be reconsidered. Carried by 4 -3 roll call vote.
Barnett, Berndt and Sparling voting nay. Discussion ensued regarding the need and
justification for the position. Mayor Barnett expressed concern with Council
reconsidering these positions and the impact it will have on the budget. Council
member Berndt stated she would prefer delaying a decision on this until it is known
what impact the additional position Personnel may have on the Finance Department.
It was MOVED by Carmichael, seconded by Buchanan, that the budget
be drafted in ordinance form for next weeks meeting. Unanimously
carried by voice vote.
It was MOVED by Berndt, seconded by Carmichael, that this meeting be adjourned at
the hour of 3:35 p.m. Unanimously carried by voice vote.
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