Summary
To: Town Commission
From: Ashley L. A. Bernal
Date: 8/3/2021
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2021-2022 Budget Update
Summary:
At the previous budget presentation, a discussion ensued of changes within the departments, the salary study implementation, as well as a synopsis of the Enterprise Funds. Since this discussion, limited changes have occurred within the General and Enterprise Funds.
Previously, employees were subject to receive either a range-penetration or range-penetration capped at midpoint enhancement. Individuals who were unaffected by either of these options received a flat percentage, consisting of a merit and cost of living increase. After consideration, it was determined that employees are to receive whichever option is higher. This budget now includes some employees receiving a flat 7% increase, with others receiving the salary study recommendations. This impacted the budget by about $28,000, but was managed without a reduction in services or programs.
Some sick leave numbers have been changed as well, as employees are still responding to the survey. These numbers were expected to decrease, which they have in some departments.
Within the General Fund, the only changes are within the Police Department. After reviewing the proposed Vehicle Maintenance budget, staff determined additional funds would be required, bringing the new total to $20,000, which is an additional $3,000 to the prior rendition. Additionally, the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office contract came back at $24,973.58, which is $2,205.55 higher than the previous year expenditure.
Within the Enterprise Fund, Solid Waste is currently being balanced on reserves of $101,800. Staff is currently reviewing the options for reducing this deficit.
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Previous Commission Action: Approval of the Preliminary Maximum Millage (MMP) for the 2021-2022 fiscal year.
Recommendation: No recommendation, this item is only for discussion.
Proposed Motion: No motion, this item is only for discussion.