╨╧рб▒с>■  8:■   7                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                ье┴7 Ё┐║-bjbjUU )87|7|║)      l4444444░4444 @░│╢hhhhhhhh2444444$i ЙX4hhhhhXF44hhmFFFh4h4h2Fh2FьF2442h\ @ьЕr╝─░Д4~22Г0│2зФ▓з2FH<Д,4444┘FULTON COUNTY COUNCIL 2005 BUDGET HEARING August 31, 2004, 8:00 A.M, E.S.T., in Conference Room of the Fulton County Office Building. Hearing Reconvened: President Christopher Sailors reconvened the Budget Hearing. Council members present were Earl Gaerte, Christopher Sailors, David Helt, Harry Richter, James Widman, Gary Sriver and Judy Devries; also, Denise J. Bonnell, County Auditor and Penny Bramble, 1st Deputy. Chris referred to the revised/new figures, which Council had requested from the Auditor. These were reviewed and discussed. Chris stated they needed to discuss a couple things concerning salary positions. There was a question in the difference of the amount shown for Advisory Planning and the amount that had been discussed; which Auditor Denise explained that she had been instructed by Chris to put in the full original amount submitted by the Advisory Planning Director since Rochester City had given an interest in joining the Area Plan Commission. Denise continued to detail the figures and changes. Also, Chris informed the Council of his discussion with Casi. Jim noted it would probably be a year before the plan could be instituted into the Area Plan; therefore, he wondered if it wasnТt a little over zealous on the requirement for cash there; since they will not be paying two people the full year, referring to the inspectors. This was thoroughly discussed. Gary suggested at this time, because there is no way of knowing what is coming in, to go ahead and submit the Budget and let the State tell the Council that there has to be a cut. The Council has done a good job going through this budget and taken out whatever fat was already in it, which was not very much, so let the State make that decision, let them say the amount to be cut. The discussion was thoroughly discussed by all. The County Highway Budget was discussed specifically the Assistant SuperintendentТs Position; presently being hourly and he has accumulated considerable Comp Time, which gets into a situation if the time is not used then it has to be paid as overtime. Chris referenced the new law changes that went to affect August 23, 2004. Chris reviewed how this is another situation that needs to be addressed at this time; so, per ScottТs recommendation that the Assistant SuperintendentТs Position be moved to exempt; also, that he would use his comp time for the rest of this year then next year he would not have comp time, but his salary would be compensated for that. This was thoroughly discussed and consensus was this is the thing to do. Chris called for a motion. Jim Widman made a motion to change the Assistant SuperintendentТs Position for the County Highway to an Exempt Employee and the salary to reflect for 2005 should be $33,097.00. Harry Richter seconded this motion. Motion carried 7-0. Chris noted the Health Department Budget that had been presented by DrТs. Brubaker and Boldry and they are both present. Chris stated one of the key factors was the clerical position; move that to basically a 2nd DeputyТs Position; also, a new job description has been written covering the additional responsibilities of this position. This was thoroughly discussed, as well as, the additional responsibilities coming from both Federal and State mandates, which makes a lot of extra work. Dave reported that both he and Dr. Boldry had taken time out of their schedules to discuss this budget and he stated they are very conscientious on their budget; however, they feel strongly about this change and Dave continued to explain if notified they would work with the Council. There was a discussion on just the paper work involved. Jim stated he analyzed the Job Description and that it has changed more than enough to warrant the difference. Also, the consensus was to leave as is and submit to the State. Dr. Brubaker asked the Council to inform them if changes need to be made, this was agreeable. Auditor Denise explained when the State has reviewed & revised the Budget and returned it to the County; then we have seven days to respond with new numbers or let them know that we agree, yes we need to cut x-amount of dollars our and have done so at out discretion, etc. There was a discussion and Denise continued to explain the procedure; also, it is possible we will be in a budget year before the State approves the budget, but Council will have already approved it. This discussion continued with Denise answering their questions. Chris called for a motion to change the salary for the clerical position in the Health Department to $20,009.00 for the 2005 Budget based upon recommendation of the Health Board; also, the Acting Officers Dr. Brubaker and Dr. Boldry. This motion was made by David Helt and seconded by Earl Gaerte. The question was asked, does that make it a 2nd Deputy Position and the answer was yes. The question was also asked, since that is a current salary for a 2nd Deputy should the Council decide to give a raise, that would mean a raise for her also and the answer was yes. Chris summarizing, the motion made by Councilman Helt is to raise the ClerkТs Position to a 2nd DeputyТs Position salary $20,009.00 based on the current wages and if there is a salary increase it would also reflect that for the coming year. Motion carried 6-1. There was a discussion regarding the fees that come to the Health Department being of any help to the budget. The Auditor said, those fees are considered Miscellaneous Revenue, and she explained this. Dave Helt asked about the Board of Directors because they have not had a raise for a long time and they raised it from $2,800.00 to $4,000.00 this year, is that a separate issue? This was thoroughly discussed and clarified. County General Budget: Commissioners: Deputy AssessorТs amounts were discussed and clarified as to coverage. The number was questioned, and Denise stated it depends on how many Deputy Assessors the Townships have to go out and assess for them. This was discussed. The SheriffТs Budget, it was noted that an additional jailer was requested; also, Chris said he had a conversation with the Sheriff and some of the additional information requested had been received, the amount from fees. The Sheriff explained the DOC Fees received and the breakdown reporting the average cost of housing a prisoner for one day is $28.01. He said they have started a Work Release Program and when it is up and going this would help in offsetting some of the expenses. This discussion continued. The Sheriff asked for a merit raise for the present matron having been employed five years. This was explained, discussed and denied. Clerk Karen Miller asked if a person is to be cut, she has already lost one employee by not rehiring, which she explained; also, the work that is done by her present staff. Chris explained how the Council had looked at other Counties in comparison to the ClerkТs and SurveyorТs Office Staff. It was pointed out in the near future cuts will have to be made as in the past three/four years other cuts have been made on the budget now there is no real choice unless everybody is given a pay cut, then itТs going to individuals that are sacrificed, unfortunately, so a few can remain. The question was asked why the ClerkТs office would be staffed higher than other counties of similar size as the Council had looked at other Counties. They found that the Clerk and Surveyor Offices were both at the top. This discussion continued and explained that over half of the CountyТs Budget is wages, the other half has already been or received cuts, so there is really no other choice; also, the Council is talking of letting the Department Heads make the choice as where to cut. The discussion continued and noted that the County is shrinking maybe not by the services required but by the people paying the tax, the assessed valuation has definitely dropped. Chris stated he would ask the Commissioners to investigate for us, it wonТt happen this budget year but in some discussion last week it was briefly touched on. The SurveyorТs office was another one that we cut one employee; a lot of counties have gone to a part-time surveyor and have utilized in the Highway Department, which we get reimbursement back from the State, approximately fifty percent. Chris said there would have to be gotten from the State; this individual could also be utilized for some of the duties in the SurveyorТs office, Chris said there needs to be more clarification on this. Chris stated a lot of counties have gone to a part-time surveyor and in this area we could save some money as well. This was discussed; Chris said he needs more information on this. This discussion continued as to what can be done, and the savings realized. The discussion began on salaries and wages, what should be done; also, maybe go to the Office Holder for the cuts in their office. This discussion continued. There was a discussion on salaries. The question was asked regarding an increase in wages, are we going to or not? Gary said he would make a motion to raise the wages 2% with the understanding we have no idea where we stand and may be cut after the StateТs review. Jim Widman seconded this motion. This discussion continued. Gary amended his motion to increase wages from 2% to 3% with the understanding that that 3% may not be available. The amended motion died for the lack of a second. The original motion was then voted on and that motion carried 5 to 2. The question was asked in regards to passing the budget. Auditor Denise stated she would put together the figures with the 2% and the changes talked about, then Friday, September 10, 2004 at 8:00 a.m., the Council will adopt the Ordinance. Chris called for a motion to adjourn. Judy DeVries made a motion to adjourn. Jim Widman seconded the motion. Motion carried 7-0. FULTON COUNTY COUNCIL ___________________________ Christopher Sailors, President ___________________________ David Helt, Vice-President ___________________________ Gary Sriver, Member ___________________________ Harry Richter, Member ___________________________ James Widman, Member ___________________________ Earl Gaerte, Member ___________________________ Judy DeVries, Member Attest: ______________________ Denise J. 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