HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-06-17city council minutesBOOK 55
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SPECIAL MEETING
BUDGET WORKSHOP SESSION
June 17, 2014
6:00 P.M.
City Council members present: Mayor Nancolas, Blacker, Ozuna, Hopper, Callsen, Pollard, and Biggers.
Staff members present: Fire Chief Mark Wendelsdorf, ElJay Waite, Janae Young, and Monica Jones.
(EXECUTIVE SESSION PURSUANT TO IDAHO CODE, SECTION 67-2345, SUBSECTION [C] FOR
THE PURPOSE OF DISCUSSING DELIBERATION CONCERNING LABOR NEGOTIATIONS)
MOVED by Hopper, SECONDED by Blacker to convene into Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code,
Section 67-2345, Subsection 1(c) to discuss labor negotiations at 6:07 p.m.
Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Hopper, Callsen, Pollard, Biggers, Blacker, and Ozuna. Those voting no:
none. Absent and/or not voting: none.
MOTION CARRIED
(DISCUSSION ITEMS – CALDWELL FIRE DEPARTMENT)
Mark Wendelsdorf reviewed the total calls and the cost per call data.
It was noted that the ideal locality for Station #3 would be at Linden and MiddletonRoad.
The capital equipment expenses were reviewed for FY 2014-FY 2026.
The maintenance and operation budget was reviewed for FY-2014-15.
(RECOMMENDATIONS)
Council asked about checking into the purchasing of fire engines in FY-2015 rather than FY-2016.
(DISCUSSION ITEMS – WAGES AND BENEFITS)
Discussion was held concerning the proposed 3% increase and wage adjustments.
An update was given by Monica Jones on wages and benefits from other Idaho agencies.
(DISCUSSION ITEMS – GOLF DEPARTMENT)
Discussion was held concerning the Golf Department requesting a loan from the General Fund to
pay for equipment.
(DISCUSSION ITEMS – PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT)
Discussion was held about moving Parks to the Recreation fund which takes approximately
$576,000 out of General Fund.
(DISCUSSION ITEMS – FINANCE)
ElJay Waite presented a review of the property tax and levy rate of the Caldwell & Rural Fire
District.
ElJay Waite presented a review of funding for the Police & Fire Departments.
The proposed fee increases were presented.
A review of Canyon County Auditor’s Report was presented. It was noted that the net taxable
value is $1,081,854,889.
(DISCUSSION ITEMS – CITY COUNCIL)
Project presented by Councilman Callsen: Screen and sound system for “Movies in the Park.”
Project presented by Councilman Blacker: Assistance for the Friends of the Depot for display
expansion in the Interpretive Center and the community historical events provided by the Friends
of the Depot.
The Mayor reported that the membership dues with the Chamber of Commerce have been raised
from $300 to $4,600 per year.
(DISCUSSION ITEMS – INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY)
ElJay Waite reported that Orion has not increased their fee to the City of Caldwell since their
initial contract.
Jose is assisting with help desk calls.
ElJay Waite recommended that the City work with Orion concerning the contract before
consideration is given of hiring additional personnel in this department.
No decisions were made and no action was taken at this workshop.
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(ADJOURNMENT)
The meeting adjourned at 9:05 p.m.
APPROVED AS written THIS 16th DAY OF JUNE , 2014.
Mayor
Councilperson Councilperson
Councilperson Councilperson
Councilperson Councilperson
ATTEST:
City Clerk