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To: The Honorable John Frello, Mayor and Bessemer City Council RE: Potential Operating Costs Reductions From: Thomas M. Chatel, City Manager James K. Trudgeon, City Clerk/Treasurer "Ji Per your request, we have identified various potential operating reductions relevant to the current uncertain fiscal environment. Staff is not recommending any of these options at this time; they are set forth for informational purposes as requested. Over the last several budget cycles, significant operating savings and efficiencies have been implemented. Staff reductions (DPW and Administration), reduction of the Sheriffs Department Law Enforcement Agreement by 50%, enhanced purchasing, modification of the BClBS plan, etc. have created approximately $150,000.00 in annual operating savings These initiatives were completed within an essentially static revenue stream. . Potential Savings -Purchase lesser quality garbage bags that meet minimum criteria $1,500-$2,000 -Annual street lighting expense $40,000 - eliminate 10% $4,000 -Eliminate lighted Christmas decorations $4,000 -Eliminate four (4) seasonal employees $11,000 -Eliminate community promotions $1,500 -Reduce cemetery maintenance (3 grass cuttings @ $1,470 per) $4,410 -Reduce/eliminate janitorial services; utilize staff/DPW $9,000 =One Council meeting per month TBD Negotiate AFSCME contract to allow volunteer/business contributions for grass cutting, maintenance TBD Potential Savings -Purchase lesser quality garbage bags that meet minimum criteria $1,500-$2,000 -Annual street lighting expense $40,000 - eliminate 10% $4,000 -Eliminate lighted Christmas decorations $4,000 -Eliminate four (4) seasonal employees $11,000 -Eliminate community promotions $1,500 -Reduce cemetery maintenance (3 grass cuttings @ $1,470 per) $4,410 -Reduce/eliminate janitorial services; utilize staff/DPW $9,000 One Council meeting per month TBD Negotiate AFSCME contract to allow volunteer/business contributions for grass cutting, maintenance TBD |
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