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SPECIAL MEETING
BUDGET WORKSHOP SESSION
CALDWELL CITY COUNCIL
June 18, 2013
6:00 P.M.
The Mayor called the meeting at 6:00 p.m.
City Council members present: Nancolas, Blacker, Ozuna, Hopper (via Skype), Callsen, Pollard, and
Biggers.
City Council members absent: none.
Staff members present: Fire Chief Mark Wendelsdorf, Jason Shuey, Richard Carico, Deputy Chief
Steve Donahue, Deputy Chief Andy Cater, ElJay Waite, Debbie Geyer, and Monica Jones.
(SPECIAL PRESENTATION- HRA VEBA PLAN)
Tia Gilroy of VEBA Service Group presented information concerning the HRA VEBA Plan. She
explained that the HRA VEBA plan is a health reimbursement arrangement designed exclusively for public
employees in the Northwest. The Plan is offered by a multiple employer non-profit trust and has been
adopted by over 400 governmental employers in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho.
The Mayor acknowledged Lois Morris of Mercer who was in attendance.
(FIRE DEPARTMENT)
Fire Chief Mark Wendelsdorf presented a PowerPoint outlining the proposed 2014 budget and this
It was reported that $16,000 was received this year from Fill the Boot Campaign which will be
donated to the Idaho Muscular Dystrophy organization.
Fire Department goals were outlined:
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dispatch.
Working with Canyon County Paramedics System approach to providing EMS.
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Fire responses have continued to increase this year.
The average number of responses per day is 12.5; the average dispatching time is 2.05
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minutes.
The average fire response time is 5.42 minutes and the EMS response time is 4.12
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minutes.
The training facility usage has consistent usage with fire and police department personnel.
Proposed items in the FY-2014 Budget:
Chief Wendelsdorf stated the need for the construction of Station No. 3.
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Jason Shuey noted that a fitness plan for firefights would be implemented by an
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employee fitness coordinator.
A continued education element for keeping the employee skills current is proposed.
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Station #2 expansion is proposed for $60,000 and a parking area for trailer at $20,000.
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Noted that the SAFERS grant has assisted in presenting a balanced budget for this year. The grant
expires in September 2014.
(DISCUSSION ITEMS HUMAN RESOURCES)
Monica Jones presented handouts providing salary comparisons with other cities throughout the
State of Idaho. .
Discussion followed concerning health benefits in comparison with other cities in Idaho.
Discussion was held concerning the possibility of a $500 for a one-time employee bonus and a
$500 salary increase for the Council Members.
(DISCUSSION ITEMS FINANCE DEPARTMENT)
ElJay Waite presented a cash balance revenue and expenses report. He noted that this report will
be presented to Council Members at the second Council Meeting each month.
A spread sheet which outlined proposed fee increased in excess of 5% was presented and
discussed.
Discussion was held concerning the positive response to the new passes for the golf courses.
(RECOMMENDATIONS FROM COUNCIL)
It was suggested that John Watson present the selling
Advisory Council earlier in the year to assist in their selling of the passes.
(DISCUSSION ITEMS AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES WITH ROGER
BROOKS)
Councilman Biggers reported on the recent Rogers Brooks Seminar and the possibility of using his
Councilman Biggers reported that a committee has been formed to raise funds for Ro
fee of $60,000. To date approximately $30,000 has been raised through private contributions.
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He reported that recently a phone conference was conducted with Mr. Brooks in which
Councilman Biggers and ElJay Waite participated.
Councilman Biggers presented examples of branding reports from other communities where Mr.
Brooks has been contracted to perform similar services.
assist with this project.
(RECOMMENDATIONS FROM COUNCIL)
Relations Fund.
Discussion was held regarding the community drivers. Notably several private entities in the City
have already contributed.
The City Attorney has been consulted about the City serving as a hub for the receipt of and
payment of the funds raised by the private interests in bringing Mr. Brooks service to the City.
Destination Caldwell is working on raising the funds. The City should strive to create an
environment where businesses and families can thrive. The Mayor and Council supports the
concept.
Discussion was had on the idea of branding a community.
The Council is supportive and looking for fund raising to continue. Private investment will
provide energy and ownership in the process.
No decisions were made and no action was taken at this workshop.
(ADJOURNMENT)
MOVED by Callsen, SECONDED by Pollard to adjourn at 9:08 p.m.
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APPROVED AS written THIS 1 DAY OF JULY , 2013.
Mayor
Councilperson Councilperson
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ATTEST:
City Clerk