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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07062005 .~ HOME OF PEUCAN ISlAND 1225 Main Street, Sebastian, FL 329S8 (772) 589-5330 em OF SEBASTIAN ernZENS BUDGET REVIEW ADVISORY eOMMmEE MINUTES July 6, 2005 @ 6:00 p.m. 1225 MAIN STREET, SEBASTIAN 1. The Citizens Budget Advisory Review Committee Meeting convened at 6:00 p.m. 2. Richard Smith, Chairman, led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Roll Call: Adrina Davis Rick Villars - Absent Joe Barczyk - Absent John Oakes Ed Seeley Richard Smith Kenneth Albrecht Staff Members Dresent: AI Minner, City Manager Shai Francis, Finance Director Sally Maio, Legislative & City Clerk Rich Stringer, City Attorney Jim Sexton, Human Resources Chief Davis, Police Department David Fisher, Eng. & Stormwater Ken Jones, Stormwater Terry Hill, Public Works Greg Gardner, Golf Course Jason Milewski, Airport Debra Krueger, Assistant Director of Finance Nancy Veidt, Payroll Specialist Kelli Kulesz, Acct. Clerk 1/ Recording Secretary 4. New Business: a. Richard Smith calls for the election of a new chairman. Ed Seeiey nominates Richard Smith for chairman. All members were in favor of approving the nomination of Richard Smith for chairman. b. Power Point Presentation by City Manager, AI Minner, on FY 2005/2006 Proposed Budget Overview. In this overview AI Minner discussed a range of topics that included, Fiscal Policies, Reserve Levels, General Fund Projected Revenues, Taxes, General Fund major Expenses and Highlights, Special Revenue, Debt Service and CIP Funds, and Enterprise Funds. He also discussed where the additional tax money generated is going. There was discussion regarding eliminating the Skate Park Attendants and moving to a "Skate at your own risk" policy. The majority of the committee were in favor of keeping the attendants. Mr. Minner also mentioned salary and personel issues which included discussion regarding the position of Recreational Leader, employee benefits, and health insurance. c. Questions to Department Heads: City Clerk, Sally Maio, answered questions regarding the part time recording secretary position and the audio visual position. She explained the the audio visual position was a consensus vote of the City Council. City Manager, AI Minner, answered questions regarding the City Manager salary and car allowance. There was discussion regarding performance based management. Finance Director, Shai Francis clarified questions from John Oakes regarding the millage rate. City Manager, AI Minner, discussed the reduction of taxes in relation to reducing the millage rate. Human Resources Director, Jim Sexton, answered questions regarding salaries of numerous management personnel. He also answered inquiries how we obtain insurance rates and benefits for employees. Ed Seeley suggested allowing a committee of 2-3 citizens with proper backround to assist in terms of looking at agent, broker, consultants, and re- negotiating employee benefit plans. Jim Sexton mentioned that we do have an internal committee that discuss these issues every year. Finance Director, Shai Francis answered questions regarding building code enforcement. Chief Davis answered questions about longevity raises, and the turnaround of dispatch personnel resulting in a minimal increase, and the benefits to hiring two part-time dispatch positions. He aiso discussed the administrative position of Captain, and whether it is necessary at the moment. There was discussion as to how many additional police officers we need based on industry standards, and what we can be realistic in requesting. Engineering Director, David Fisher, and Ken Jones, Stormwater Engineer discussed the issue of sign damage from the hurricane and the progress that has been completed. Director of Public Works, Terry Hill, discussed the increase of rents and leases which is for the new administration building at the airport. AI Minner, discussed the progress of the filling the vacant Growth Management Director position. Richard Smith suggested utilizing the abilities of volunteers to help in the Growth Management department. Greg Gardner, Director of the Golf Course, was asked about the administration effect of combining the airport and golf course. He also discussed updating the membership fees, because he has been allowed to bring on new members, and the possiblity of that affecting green fees, cart fees and so forth. The status of the cart barn, and locker room improvements, or general restoration as a result of damage incurred during the hurricanes was also discussed. . Director of the Airport, Jason Milewski, answered questions regarding the status of the building and the projected date of completion, and an estimated opening date, or ceremony. d. Input from the Public: Damian Gilliam, citizen of Sebastian, discussed a range of issues regarding the proposed budget. He discussed controlling personnel issues, employee health benefits, hiring policies and necessity, police staffing issues, and the skateboard facility. He also mentioned the idea of merging different departments, and utilizing the idea of performance based management. Mr. Gilliam also brought up the importance of broadcasting, and public participation. Robert Vlandemer, citizen of Sebastian, suggested limiting the time we allow for public input. Constance Kenney, citizen of Sebastian, discussed a variety of issues that include public broadcasting, and public participation, contract mowing, stormwater control, and police staffing issues. She also stressed the importance of keeping employee benefits in order to bring in high quality employee prospects. 5.) Chairman Richard Smith, entered a motion to accept the minutes from the July 22, 2004 meeting. All members were in favor of this motion. Richard Smith asks the members for any closing comments. There were no additional closing comments. 6.) Adjourn The Budget Advisory meeting adjourned at 9:55 P.M. Ri~~rU Citizens Budget Review Committee AP~p~ved at the ~~ens Budget Review Committee Meeting ....--.----=.-. 0\ . 2005 ,/