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the net increase needed. <br /> <br />THURSDAY, APRIL 17, 1997 <br /> <br />1'31 <br /> <br />In reviewing the Sewer Fund, Mr. Dyches noted the proposed minimum <br />monthly sewer rate increase of $2.00 per month (from $3.60 to 85.60) <br />was contained in the budget proposal. Ma3or expenditures in the Sewer <br />Fund included 8200,000 for sludge belt presses and $83,000 for a <br />replacement sewer 3et truck. There was much discussion regarding the <br />need to replace the sewer 3et truck, with Council Member Dallas <br />questioning whether the purchase could be delayed for another year. <br />Council Member Dallas stated that he believed City employees should be <br />restricted from bidding on items sold at the City auction. In <br />reviewing the budget for the Color Removal Fund, Mr. Dyches presented <br />information demonstrating the cost savings for industries which had <br />been achieved during the current fiscal year. <br /> <br />Council reviewed the budget of the Stores Fund. Purchasing Agent J. <br />Gary Via was present to respond to questions from the members of <br />Council regarding specific budget line items. Mr. Via stated that <br />additional overtime funds were being requested because compensatory <br />time off causes difficulties with the small staff in the Purchasing <br />Department. <br /> <br />Council reviewed the budget of the Safety Coordinator, Bobby Phillips. <br />Council Member Dallas suggested cutting the 86,000 contained in the <br />budget for City employee safety awards, however, Mr. Phillips <br />maintained the awards are a motivational tool. Mr. Reynolds stated <br />that additional training funds were being requested due to the <br />possibility that the Safety Coordinator position may be eligible for <br />some State funding if certification is achieved. <br /> <br /> <br />