HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007-04-23 Annual Town Meeting Warrant ReportANNUAL TOWN MEETING
APRIL 23, 2007
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Article
Title
Sponsor
Page #
1
Election
Board of Selectmen
2
2
Reports
Board of Selectmen
3
3
Instructions
Board of Selectmen
3
4
Amend Capital Improvements Program.
FY 2007 - FY 2011
Board of Selectmen
3
5
Amend the FY 2007 Budget
Finance Committee
4,5
6
Approve Payment of Prior Year's Bills
Board of Selectmen
5
7
Approve FY 2008 - FY 2012 Capital
Improvements Program
Board of Selectmen
5,6
8
Accept Chapter 184, Section 52 of Acts of
2002 - Senior Tax Worker Program to Overlay
Reserve
Board of Selectmen
6,7
9
Authorize Debt and Appropriating Chapter
90 Funds
Board of Selectmen
7
10
Authorize Disposition of Surplus Tangible
Property
Board of Selectmen
7
11
Authorize Revolving Funds
Board of Selectmen
8,9
12
Rescinding Section 4.3.4 of General Bylaws
requiring publication of a valuation list every
10 years
Board of Selectmen
9,10
13
Approve the FY 2008 Budget
Finance Committee
10
14
Street Acceptances — Woodland Street
Board of Selectmen
10,11
15
Establish a Stabilization Fund for Post
Retirement Health Care Costs
Finance Committee
12
16
Acceptance of Chapter 32, Section 9(2)(d)(ii)
that allows an increase to the death benefit for
surviving children
Retirement Board
12,13
Article
Title
Sponsor
Page
17
Debt Authorization — MWRA grant/loan
program for sewer inflow and infiltration
removal
Board of Selectmen
13,14
18
Debt Authorization — Downtown Improvements
Program
Board of Selectmen
14,15
19
Debt Authorization — Financial Software and
Hardware
Board of Selectmen
15-17
20
Debt Authorization — Fire Pumper
Board of Selectmen
17,18
21
Debt Authorization — Tennis Court
Improvements
Board of Selectmen
19
22
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Debt Authorization — Field Improvements
Board of Selectmen
20
23
Debt Authorization — Sunnyside Avenue Sewer
Board of Selectmen
21,22
24
Amend Zoning By-Laws Section 2.2.13 —
Definition of Frontage
CPDC
22
25
Amending Zoning By-Laws re: Downtown
Parking requirements
Petition
23,24
26
Amending the Animal Control Bylaw
Board of Selectmen
24
27
Removal of Town Meeting Members
Board of Selectmen
25
APPENDIX
Fiscal Year 2008 Budget
Yellow Pages
27-197
Fiscal 2008-2012 Capital Improvements
Program
Blue Pages
198-214
Conduct of Town Meeting
215-221
COMMONWEALTH :'OF -*MASSACHUSETTS
Middlesex, ss. Officer's Return, Reading:
By virtue of this Warrant, 1, on March 6, 2007 notified and warned the
inhabitants of the Town of Reading-, qualified. to vote on Town affairs, to meet at the
place and at the time specified by posting attested copies of this Town Meeting Warrant
in the following public places within the Town, of Reading:
Precinct 1
Precinct 2
Precinct 3
Precinct 4
Precinct 5
Precinct 6
Precinct 7
Precinct 8
J. Warren Killarn School, 333 Charles Street
Registry of Motor Vehidbs, 275 Salem Street
Reading Police Station, 15 Union Street
Joshua Eaton School, 365 Summer Avenue
Town Hall, 16 Lowell Street
Austin Preparatory School, 101 Willow Street
Reading Library, Local History-Room, 64.Middlesex Avenue
Mobil on the Run, 1330 Main Street
The date- of posting being not less than fourteen (14) days prior to April 3, 2007,, the date
set for the Local Election in this Warrant.
I also caused an attested copy of this Warrant to be published in the Reading
Chronicle in the issue of March 7, 2007.
_ThoTa il�_. Freeman, Constable
A true copy. Attest:
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00001c_he_ryl Al Johnson, Ttvn Clerk
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TOWN WARRANT
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COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS
Middle8ex.ss.
To any Of the Constables of the Town [d Reading, Greetings:
|n the name ofthe Commonwealth of Massachusetts, you are hereby required to
notify andwam the inhabitants of the Town of Reading, qualified to vote in elections and
Town affairs, to meet in the following place designated for the eight precincts in said
Town, namely:
RMHS Hawkes Field House, Oakland Road
TUESDAY, the THIRD OF APRIL, A.D,2OO7
from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. to act on the following Articles, viz:
ARTICLE 1 Tu elect bv ballot the following Town Officers:
A Moderator for one year;
Two members nf the Board of Selectmen for three years;
One member of the Board Vf Assessors for three years;
Two members of the Board of Library Trustees for three years;
Two members of the Municipal Light Board for three years; ,
Two members of the School Committee for three years; /
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and sixty five Town Meeting Members shall heelected '
to represent each of the following precincts:
Precinct
Eight members for three years;
Precinct
Eight members for three years;
Precinct 3
Eight members for three years;
Precinct 4
Eight members for three years;
Precinct
Eight members for three years; one member
for one year;
Precinct 6
Eight members for three yearn;
Precinct 7
Eight members for three years;
Precinct 8
Eight members for three years.
and to meet atthe Reading Memorial High School, 02 Oakland Rogd, in said Reading
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MONDAY, the TWENTY-THIRD DAY OF APRIL A.D., 2007
at seven-thirty o'clock in the evening, at which time and place the following Articles are
to be acted upon and determined exclusively by Town Meeting Members in accordance
with the provisions of the Reading Home Rule Charter.
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ARTICLE 2 To hear and act on the reports of the Board of Selectmen, Town
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Accountant, -Collector, Board of Assessors, Director Of Public Town
Clerk, Tree Warden, Board of Health' School Co0mittee, Contributory Retirement
BVa[d, Library Trustees, Municipal Light Board, Finance Con1Onittee, Cemetery Trustees,
Community Planning & Development Commission, Town Manager and any other
Official, Board, m Special Committee. '
Board of Selectmen
This Article appears onthe Warrant for all Town Meetings. At this Annual
Town Meeting, the following report(s) are anticipated:
+ State of the Town — bythe Chairman of the Board of Selectmen
Written reports may be included in the Appendixto this report.
Finance Committee Report: No report.
Bylaw Commiftee Report: No report. '
ARTICLE To choose all other necessary Town Officers and Special
Committees and determine what instructions shall be given Town Officers and Special
Cornrnhieeo, and to see what sum the Town will vote to appropriate by borrowing or
transfer from available funds, or otherwise, for the purpose of funding l[nvVn C}fDCSrS and
Special Committees to carry out the instructions given to them, or take any other action
with respect thereto.
Board of Selectmen
This Article appears on the Warrant of all Town Meetings. There are no
known Instructional K8ntinno at this time. Instructional K4OtOOS are DOnU8|k/ held until the
end of all other business Bt Town Meeting.
Finance Committee Report: No report.
Bylaw Commiftee Report: No report.
ARTICLE To see if the Town will vote to amend the FY 2007-FY 2011
Capital Improvements Program as provided for in Section 7-7 of the Reading Home Rule
Charter and as previously amended, or take any other action with respect thereto.
Board ofSelectmen
This Article is included in every Town Meeting Warrant. Town Bylaw
prohibits Town Meeting from 8pp[OVDg any Capital Expenditure unless the project is
included on the Town Meeting Warrant. There are no amendments to the FY 2007 — FY
2011 Capital Improvements Program (C|P) that are required for this Town Meeting:
Finance Committed No report.
Bylaw Commiftee Report: No report.
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ARTICLE 5 To see if the Town will vote to amend one or more of the votes
taken under Article 15 of the Warrant of the Annual Town Meeting of April 24, 2006, as
amended by Article 5 of the November 13, 2007 Subsequent Town Meeting, and as
further amended by Article 4 of the February 26, 2007 Special Town Meeting; and to see
what sum the Town will vote to appropriate by borrowing or transfer from available
funds, or otherwise, as the result of any such amended votes for the operation of the
Town and its government, or take any other action with respect thereto.
Finance Committee
Background: The following budget amendments are proposed for the FY 2007 Budget:
General Fund
Account Line
Description
Decrease
Increase
C13
FINCOM Reserve Fund (Finance—
$91,700
Expenses) leaves $50,000 balance
E7
Public Safety Wages
$103,000
• Police $35,000
• Dispatch $40,000
• Fire $28,000
E8
Public Safety Expenses
$ 7,000
• Fire — Medical Supplies $7,000
F11
DPW — Wages
$23,323
• Admin. — Bus. Adm. ($12,323)
• Engineer — Ass't CE ($30,000)
• Highway - OT $19,000
F12
DPW — Expenses
$104,148
• Admin. — Procurement $1,748
• Engineer — Pavement
Management Study $5,600
• Hwy/Equip - line paint $13,000;
Equip. maintenance $46,000;
Details $2,800; Signs $15,000;
Patch $5,000; Fuel- $15,000
F14
Rubbish Collection/Disposal
$ 9,600
• Imagination Station $9,600
F15
Snow and Ice (Note — this does not
$131,431
include expenses from the April 4 snow)
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Vocational Schools — New placement
$ 26,000
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Employee Benefits
$358,888
• Group Health/Life Ins. $228,426
• Medicare/Social Sec. $130,462
Subtotals from above
$115,023
$740,067
Net from Free Cash
$625,044
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Capital
Account Line
Description
Decrease
Increase
J3
School Building Capital
0 JE clock tower repairs $35,000
0 BM portables removal $25,000
$60,000
L2
Ne t from' Free Cash
$94,250
Enterprise Funds
Account Line
Description
Decrease
Increase
Ll
Water — Wages
$94,250
L2
Water — Expenses
0 MWRA water assess
$94,250
M2
Sewer — Expenses
• System Maintenance $38,000
• MWRA sewer assess ($23,843)
$14,157
Subtotals
$94,250
$108,407
Net. from Water Rdservea,
$0
es rVes
NdtfroMSew.etR e,
$14,157
Finance Committee Report: The Finance Committee recommends the subject matter
' of Article 5 by a vote of 8-0-0. The F|NCOyW had extensive discussion about the
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necessary transfers for DPW line striping and vehicle maintenance (Line F12\. These
line itgOnS are chronically underfunded. It is the F|NCC}K8'o intent to address. this issue
relative tOthe FY 2008 Budget iDthe Fall Town Meeting.
BVlaw Committee Report: No report.
ARTICLE 6 To see if the Town will vote to authorize the payment during Fiscal
Year 2007 of bills [8Ol8iDing Unpaid for previous fiscal years for goods and GHnvio8S
actually rendered to the Town, or take any other action with respect thereto.
Board ufSelectmen
Background: There are no known prior year's bills and, theref0rg. K is likely that this
Article will be indefinitely postponed.
Finance Committee Report: No report.
Bylaw Committee Report: No report.
ARTICLE To see if the Town will VOk9 to approve the FY 2008 — FY 2012
Capital Improvements Program as provided for inSection 7-7ofthe Reading Home Rule
Charter, or take any other action with respect thereto.
Board of Selectmen
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Background: See the blue pages in the Appendix /
of this report for the FY 20Q8- \
FY 2012 Capital Improvements Program.
Financ e Committee Report: The Finance Committee recommends the subject matter
of this Article by vote of U-U-U.
Bylaw Committee Report: No report.
ARTICLE 8 To see if the Town will vote to accept the provisions of Chapter
184, Section 52 of the Acts of 2002 which a|kJxv the expenses of the Senior Tax Work
Program 8o be charged against the [)maday Reserve, or take any other action with
respect thereto.
Board ofSelectmen
This Warrant Article will accept MGL Chapter 59. Section 5k and transfer
the funding of the Senior Tax Work PnzoranO to the Overlay Reserve Account from the
Town's General Fund.
The Town designed a Senior Tax Work Program that was similar in many ways
to K8GL Chapter 59' Section 5k. Residents who qualify for thia Town program were
allowed to earn upto$5OO through the paynoUtO then apply against their property taxes
/an amount increased 0o $750 when the similar figure under MGL also increased after
2002\. The Board of Selectmen has established 21 qualified slots under this program for
e current maximum benefit of$15.75Oio qualified residents.
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This Article seeks to change the way the program is funded. Each qualified \
resident would GU|| be allowed to offset the legal [Oa}d0um of $750 as a||ovvad under
Chapter 184' Section 52 of the Acts of 2002. Instead of earning the offset through the
puyno||, a credit will be issued directly against the property tax bi||, and funded through
the Assessor's Overlay Reserves.
The benefits of this change include:
• E|inliO3tiOD of payroll earnings which may 8||OVV these [88id8DtS 10 qualify for
certain State and Federal assistance programs.
• Use of reserve fund that was recently increased on larger commercial projects
were built in the Town and has adequate funding.
The Board of Assessors has approved this request by the Elder/Human Services
Division. CUrrenUy. the Overlay Reserves Account has the capacity to fund the
nmmxirnurn $15'750 that might be required in FY 2008. Each year, the Board of
Assessors will take this new use of the Overlay RaeorVea Fund into consideration when
setting their amount requested.
In pnaVioUo votes OO November 1980 and April 1988. Town Meeting has
accepted MGL Chapter 59, Section 5. This Article will ensure that the Senior Tax Work
Program meets all necessary legal requirements.
Finance Committee Report: The Finance Committee voted ho recommend the subject
matter of this Article by a vote of 8-0-0.
Bylaw Committee Report: The Bylaw Committee recommends the subject matter of
this Article by vote of 5-0-0. '
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ARTICLE 9 To see what sum the Town will vote to appropriate by borrowing,
whether in anticipation of reimbursement from the State under Chapter 44, Section 6,
Massachusetts General Laws, or pursuant to any other enabling authority or from the tax
levy, or transfer from available, funds, or otherwise, for highway projects in accordance
with Chapter 90, Massachusetts General Laws, or take any other action with respect
thereto.
Board of Selectmen
Background: The purpose of this Article is to make Chapter 90 funds for road
improvements available to the Town. The Article authorizes debt in anticipation of receipt
of the grant but the Town has never sold debt for these projects. The funds will not be
borrowed but authorizing the borrowing allows the community to plan for projects with
certainty that they will be funded. The FY 2008 Chapter 90 allocation is $451,348.
Finance Committee Report: The Finance Committee voted to recommend the subject
matter of this Article by a vote of 8 -0 -0.
Bylaw Committee Report: No report.
ARTICLE 10 To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Board of Selectmen to
sell, or exchange, or dispose of, upon such terms and conditions as they may determine,
various items of Town tangible property, or take any other action with respect thereto.
Board of Selectmen
Background: The following list of intangible property with a value in excess of $5,000
is proposed for disposition under this Article. Between now and Town Meeting, there
may be a couple of items added to the list.
Department
Equipment
Fire
1979 Mack Fire Engine
DPW
Two 2
International Dump Trucks
DPW
One 1
International Dump/Rack Body Truck
DPW
One (1
) Caterpillar Backhoe
DPW
One 1
Ford Crown Victoria
Police
Two 2
Police Cruisers
Finance Committee Report: The Finance Committee voted to recommend the subject
matter of this Article by a vote of 8 -0 -0.
Bylaw Committee Report: No report.
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ARTICLE 11 To see what sums the Town will vote to appropriate to establish
revolving funds under Chapter 44, Section 53EY2for any or all of the following purposes:
* Using the receipts generated through the sale of conl000i and recycling bins to
purchase additional compost and/or recycling bins, said expenditures to be
administered by the Public Works Director;
+ Administering the consultant fee provision Of the Reading General By|ovva Section
5.7, Wetlands PnJhg[tioD, said expenditures to be administered by the Conservation
Commission;
* Using all or port of the receipts generated from the issuance of Bui|diD0. Plumbing
or Gas, and Wiring and other permits for the VVg|ke[8 Brook Crossing Development,
/\nohatone Development and/or the Johnson.VVoodg Development to pay the costs
of legal expenses, oversight and iDspHctioD, plan review, initial property value
appraisal and appea|a, and general management of the Community Services
operations related to that development; and to pay for related expanditU[ea, said
expenditures tobe administered by the Town Manager;
* Operating public health clinics and any related expenses which fund shall be credited
with receipts from clinic foaa and third party reimbursement administered under the
authority of the Health Services Administrator acting with the approval of the Town
K8enager,
and to determine the total amount of expenditures duhng Fiscal Year 2006 which may
be made from each such fund, or take any other action with respect thereto.
Board of Selectmen
* Compost Bin Revolving Fund - There is an available balance of $498 as of
February 28, 2007 in this revolving fund for home composting bins. This fund was set
up to use State grants to purchase compost bins and resell them to residents at e
reduced price. The ann0UDt available is sufficient to purchase 14 bins. Since 1994'
the Town has sold OO7 bins, and we have 44|O stock now. Annual reauthorization of
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this F8Vo|ViOg fund is [8qUi[8d under' the grant, and will 8||ovV the TOVVD to continue
this worthwhile program. The use of the bins naau|to in fHvVe[ vehicle trips t0 the
compost area thereby reducing congestion and the use of fuel. Additionally, because
of the elimination of curbside leaf collection, these bins provide on alternative for
residents to compost their own materials on site.
� Conservation Consulting Revolving Fund — On 3/20/06, the Commission received
$3500.00 from the applicant for work at 25 Walkers Brook Drive. On 4/13/06 and
6/07/06, the Commission paid consulting fees totaling $3401.92. On 7/07/06, the
applicant provided an additional $2138.18, and then the Commission paid the final
consulting fees totaling $2236.26 bringing the balance to zero. In a separate matter,
on 4/12/06, the Commission received $2400.00 from the applicant for Archstone
Reading. On 5/25/06, the Commission paid consulting fees totaling $1073.00 and
returned the balance of $1327.00 to Archstone Reading bringing the balance to
zero. The Conservation Commission voted unanimously to support Article 11 of this
Warrant, re-authorizing the revolving fund in the amount of $25,000.
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` revolving — funds _ be expended for purposes '—n review. inspections, legal
initial wa|W�� �Dd�nneo� and of
e�p�D���' |pnopeny appraisal ,,-__ mu/u�y�mun�
the Community Services operations related to three developments, as well ae for the
construction of curbs, sidewalks and pedestrian safety improvements.
The balances available esof February 28.2OO7in these funds are $417'412.
These balances do not reflect current fiscal years expenditures that are committed
hJ[: sidewalks and cuFbs, inspections and appraisals. The total of these expenses
during FY20OOis expected tobeupto$25O.00O.
� Health Clinic Revolving Fund - ThmFeadingHealthDivisiomnontradafor third
party payments fora number ofimmunizations. The funds are used to augment the
influenza vaccine supply from the State Department of Public Health to insure
vaccine for the homebound clients and first responders. The Reading Health Division
also uses these funds for meningitis prevention vaccine for adolescents, and
Ol8b}[ials for ChO|8St8nD|. glucose and tUb8[CU|nsiS SCn88n|ng C|iOiC3. CUD|C client
fees are also deposited into this fund 0o offset vaccine and clinical supply coots. The
necessary amounts used for clinic vaccine, supplies and staff salaries related to the
diOiCG each year directly from the FgYOlViDQ fund is 8ppn}xinn8t8|y $25.000.
Finance Committee Report: The Finance Committee vote 8-0-0tn recommend the
renewal of the four revolving funds as outlined above.
Bylaw Committee Report: No report.
ARTICLE 12 To see if the Town will vote to rescind the nU of Section 4.3.4
of the Town of Reading General Bylaws which provides for the publication of a valuation
list every 10 years, or take any other action with respect thereto.
Board ofSelectmen
Section 4.3.4ofthe General Bvovve requires the Town to publish the
v8|U8boO list every 10 years:
43.4 The Board of Assessors 3h80 for Fiscal Year 1990 and every nine () years
thereafter, include as a line item in their budget for Town Meeting consideration,
the cost tOpublish for general circulation its valuation lists for real e3tatefiorthe
fiscal year. The Board of Assessors shall establish reasonable fees for the ne/e
of said lists. After the publication of the list for the Fiscal Year 1998 lifts for
subsequent years shall be printed /n not less than the same quantity as the
number sold of the preceding published valuation list.
|n1999 this report was published in 100 copies, but there was a request for ��
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one oop Because this �fonnaUonis now available onen on-going bas�ehac�on\co|ky
there no longer eee[na to be a need to publish it. Publication costs are about $700 and
this ouDl has not been included in the FT 2008 budget. If anyone vvanba a oopy, it can
be printed [oo[dGrot far less expense and waste ofresources.
Finance Committee Report: The Finance Committee voted to recommend the subject
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matter Article by 8 vote of 8-0-0.
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Bylaw Committee Report: The Bylaw Committee recommends the subject matter of
this Article by a vote of 5-0-0, with the provision that the motion also include language (
that will ^re-nunnbgr subsequent sections of the h«avv.^
ARTICLE 13 To nee if the Town will vote to determine how much money the
Town will appropriate by borrowing, or from the tax levy, o[ transfer from available funds,
or otharmiae, for the operation of the Town and its government for Fiscal Year 2008
beginning July 1.2OO7.n[ take any other action with respect thereto.
Finance Committee
See the "yellow pages" mf this
Finance Committee Report: See the of this report.
Bylaw Committee Report: No report.
ARTICLE 14 To see if the Town will vote to accept the report of the Board of
Selectmen upon the laying out as a public way the following described private way under
the provision of law authorizing theasseaaDoentVfbe#eOnenta.suchvvaysbeing!aidoUt
in accordance with plans duly approved by the Board of Selectmen; and to authorize the
Board of Selectmen to take such ways under the provision of |avv authorizing the
assessment of betterments, in fee or rights of easement therein by eminent domain, '-
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under the provisions of Chapter 79 of the General Lows' as amended, or acquire said \`
lands in fee or rights of easement therein by purchaae, gift orotherwise and to aoaasa
betterments therefore, the plans and descriptions for such way being filed in the Office of
the Town Clerk in accordance with the statutory requirements; and to see what sumo the
TOVVO will YOt8 to appropriate by bO[nOVViDg' or from the tax levy, or t[3OGf8[ from
available funds, or otherwise, for the acquisition of said lands or easements therein or for
payment of any eminent domain damages and for the construction of said vv8ys. or take
any other action with respect thereto.
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Woodland Street (from John Carver Road easterly to Town owned Birch
Meadow property)
Board ofSelectmen
The Town has been petitioned from the residents of Woodland 8beetto
rnaho improvements and accept the layout of Woodland Street, from John Con/eF Road
easterly to the and' as 8 public way. At 7:30 p.m. on February 13. 2007. a public
hearing was held in the Selectman's Meeting Room at Reading Town Hall. This hearing
was held to receive comments aDd answer questions from the public regarding the
proposed acceptance of Woodland Street which is currently a private way. At the
hearing, the residents had the opportunity tovote and give their opinions to the proposed
acceptance. Three residents were present at the hearing. Two were in favor of the
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acceptance and one resident asagainst the acceptance. Questionnaires were sent to
the six affected residents. Five responses have been received indicating four infavor
and one against 7-h�naGpoDG�eiDdio�t�d�coO��rDuve[th��oet��1h�i[np[�veOn�nte ,
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which are estimated at $94,264.
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The cost of constructing the improvements is borne 100% by the abutting
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property owners on a pro rata per front foot bash;. Under the provisions of the
Betterment Act, the assessment may be apportioned over a period not exceeding 20
yearo, with annual payments of not |eao than five doUeno, with interest at o rate
determined by the E]oenj of Selectmen GDDWaUy on the unpaid balance. These
apportioned payments appear annually on the nae| estate tax bill. The Town would
acquire the roadway- layout by an eminent domain taking in order to ensure clear title,
Finance Commiliftee Report: Action pending. At the time uf this report, ThaBoordof
Selectmen had polled the affected property owners. The four abutters on the street are
in favor' one of the property owners on the corner lot .is opposed, and no response has
been received from the property owner on the other corner. The Board of Selectmen ia
expected to determine on April 10th whether to move forward with this Artic\e, and the
Finance Committee will then make arecommendation.
Bylaw Committee Report: No reporL
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Finance Commiliftee Report: Action pending. At the time uf this report, ThaBoordof
Selectmen had polled the affected property owners. The four abutters on the street are
in favor' one of the property owners on the corner lot .is opposed, and no response has
been received from the property owner on the other corner. The Board of Selectmen ia
expected to determine on April 10th whether to move forward with this Artic\e, and the
Finance Committee will then make arecommendation.
Bylaw Committee Report: No reporL
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ARTICLE 15 To see if the Town will vote to establish a stabilization fund for the `
purpose of funding post employment benefits, or take any other action with respect (
Board ofSelectmen
The Town has received this year's payments from Medicare as a
subsidy to the Town for covering retirees for prescription drugs. To date, we have
received $00.200. The Town is preparing on actuarial report to identify the cost ofpost
employment benefits (health insurance) for rednaeG. and it is expected to equal or
exceed the total pension obligation of the community - roughly $100 million. There is
currently no mechanism in MA to begin to fund this liability.
The intent of this Artide is 0o make a contribution from this source of funds in a
very small amount. Placing these funds in the Stabilization Fund will set them aside for
future Use once the COnOD0OOw/ea|th Vf Massachusetts determines how this liability can
be funded, and how investments can be made. The expenditure of these funds can be
voted by Town Meeting by 2/3 vote.
Finance Commiftee Report: Following a great deal Of discussion, the Finance
Committee voted 0-8-0 not to recommend the subject matter of this Article. While the
F|NC[]M supports the Town's efforts to address the post-retirement benefits issue, the
amount of money available is too smaU, and the investment options are too limited to
support establishing a separate Stabilization Fund for this purpose. Instead, the
F|NC{]M has voted unanimously to add the $60'200 to the existing Stabilization Fund
under Line F-1aa part of the FY2OO8 Budget under Article 13.
Bylaw Commiftee Report: No report.
ARTICLE 16 To see if the Town will vote to accept Chapter 32. GacU0n 9C2\
(d)(ii) that allows an increase to the death benefit for surviving children, or take any other
action with respect thereto.
Retirement Board
If an employee were to die accidentally vvhi|o On the kzb, the surviving
spouse would qualify for on accidental death benefit. This is o monthly payment similar
[o8 retirement benefit.
If there are surviving children under the age of 18' (21 if full time student), the
spouse will get an additional $312 per year, per child.
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Currently, the accidental death benefit paid to eligible surviving children of
deceased members is $312 annually. This amount has remained unchanged since the
LaQie|atUna voted 8} increase the benefit from $260 10 $312 in 1951.
Acceptance of this section of the |ovv xvOu|d o||om/ Us to increase the accidental
death benefit paid to the spouse of a deceased member who has eligible surviving
children. The annual amount would go from $312 to $048. This nlab8G it equal 0D the
amount paid for eligible children of accidental disability members and incorporates a cost
of living increase limited to a maximum of 396 per year.
Cu[n8Ot|y, there are no eligible surviving children of deceased nl8[nbe[s under
the accidental death benefit. /
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. The Finance Committee voted to recommend the subject
matter of this Article by a vote of 8-0-0.
Bylaw Commiftee Report: The Bylaw Committee recommends the subject matter of
this Article by vote of 5-0-0.
Retirement Board Report: At their meeting on September 27, 2006' the Retirement
Board unanimously voted to recommend acceptance of this section of the law.
ARTICLE 17 To see what sum the Town will vote to raise by borrowing and
appropriate pursuant to Chapter 44 Section 7(1) of the Massachusetts General Laws, for
reconstructing surface dnaiOs, sewers and sewerage aystenns, including the cost of
cVDGU|tiOg engineering oen/|oeG, designs, p|oOe' contracta, speoUioeboDs, equipment,
inspection fees, contingencies and related facilities and expenses related thereto and
necessary in connection then3with, said nurD to be spent under the direction of the Town
Manager; and see if the Town will vote to authorize the Town Manager, the Board of
Selectmen or any other agency tofile an app|ioation/s\ for a grant orgrants to be used to
defray all or any part of said sewer construction and/or reconstruction and related
matters; and to see if the Town will vote to authorize the Town Manager to enter into any
or all agreements as may be necessary to carry out the purpose of this Article, including
but not limited to' the applications and acceptance of grant and o non-interest bearing
loan from the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority, and authorize the TreooVnep
CoU8CtO[' with the 8ppFoY8| of the Board Of 8e|8Ct0BO, to bO[nDvv pU[3V8n1 to said |o8O.
or take any other action with respect thereto.
Board of Selectmen
The K8VVFA's Infiltration and Inflow U/|\ Local Financial Assistance
prooF8rD pn3Vd8G GUppOd to K8VVR/\ [D8[Ob8r DDDlDluDiti8S 1O perform GevV8[
rehabilitation and nadums infiltration and inflow into the sewer system. The assistance is
provided through 8 combination grant and no-interest loan from the yWVVRA. The Town
allocation under Phase 6 of the program is $380,000 of which $171,000 is in the form of
8 grant, and $2OS,000iD the form Of8 non-interest loan. The loan is required tOb8paid
back to the W1VVRA in equal |DSt8||OOentS over five-year period h8g|DDiOg one year after
distribution 0f the funds.
ACC8pt3nC8 Of the g[oOV|o8O offer will 8O8b|8 the TUVVD to C0DtiDUe with its |/|
F8OloV8| pn)gr8Dl to ngDlOv8 UDVV8Dtgd sewage .flows from the G8VYe[ GySt8[D which
reduces excess assessments from K8VVRAond decreases the excess demand on the
sewer system.
The Town's |/| n9D0OV8| p[Ogc@rn COOGistS Of house-to-house iOspgCtiOOS, TV
inspections, test and sealing Of Dl8nhO|8G and S8vve[ Dl8iOs. and f|VVV metering.
Infiltration DccU[S when surface water enters S8VYe[s through |8@kG' C[gCkS and faulty
joints in pipes and manholes. |Of|OVV is C2VGed from stVrDlVVate[ runoff that eOt8[G the
sewer system through improper connections such as cross connected drains, roof drains
and sump pumps. The house-to-house inspections will identify inappropriate direct
CoDD8GtioDS (inflow) to the Town's sewer system with the pV[pOG8 of assisting residents
with identifying methods to remove the connections. The Town will also provide limited
financial assistance tOthe hOnl8oVVDe[ TV inspections and the testing and sealing of
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manholes and sewer mains will continue with the purpose of
points of infiltration into the sewer avate[n. The Town will also perform fk]vV OnetahDg to <
assist the Town in determining the on*aoofthe sewer eyehann that are experiencing the
highest levels infiltration and inflow. Flow metering will also help to establish how
affective the Town has been in mitigating |/| for the past several years.
Finance Commiftee Report: The Finance Committee voted to recommend the subject
matter of this Article bye vote of8-O-O.
No report.
ARTICLE 18 To see what GucD the Town will raise by born]vVing, or transfer
from available funds, or otherwise, and appropriate for the purpose of making
improvements to Main QtFatt from So|anl Street to Washington Street, the Go called
Downtown |nnpn]Ve0eOt Project, including the COG1s of engineering aerV|ceo, p|ans,
dOCunleDtG, cost esUOlatgo, bidding services and all n]|@bed expenses incidental thereto
and necessary in connection therexvith, said sUDl to be expended by and under the
direction of the Town Manager; and to see if the Town will authorize the Board of
Selectmen, the Town yWanager, or any other agency of the TowO, to apply for a grant or
granto, to be used to defray the coot of all, or any port of' said improvements; and to
authorize the Town Manager to enter into any and all contracts and agreements as may
be necessary to u8ny out the purposes of this Artio|e, or take any other action with
respect thereto.
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Board ofSelectmen
The Main Street Downtown Improvement Project is a $0,100000
roadway and Downtown Improvement project that is funded partly by Federal and State
highway agencies. The funding received from these agencies is limited to OO[Ola|
highway construction costs, and does not include engineering services or added
ntre8tocope cost typically constructed in [}ovvnb]vvD areas. These specialized costs are
classified as non-participating items and along with the engineering services are the
responsibility of the Town.
The non-participating iharns included in the roadway project consist of the
following items outside of the Historic District which is defined as the area from 8o|enl 0o
Haven Streets:
* {J[OunneDt8| street lights and traffic signals,
* Brick pavers for crosswalks and sidewalks, .
+ Granite bollards,
* Park bench and
* Trash receptacles.
In addition to the above iten0o, engineering services would be required during
bidding, construction and certification of the signals. The Town's costs of these items will
be based on the actual bids and constructions costs that are estimated at $620,000
consisting of $533.000 for non-participating construction items and $87.000 for
engineering services.
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_ The purpose of the Article would be to authorize debt for these costs to enable
the Town to finance its ahgPG of the Main Street Downtown Improvement Project
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necessary for the project topmocegd.CurreOUy.th8expeotadbidopeDingdateisJUOe5.
Finance Commiftee Report: The Finance Committee voted 8-0-0 to recommend the
subject matter of this Article.
Bylaw Committee Report: No report.
ARTICLE 19 To see what sum the Town will raise by borrowing, or transfer
from available fuDdg, or otherwise, and appropriate for the purpose of purchasing and
installing oDnanoia| hardware and software system, |Odud|Og the costs of consulting
oem4cHs' plans, documnento, cost estimates, bidding services and all related aXpeOags
incidental thereto and necessary in connection therewith, said ounn to be expended by
and under the direction of the TVvvO WqgnoQe[; and to see if the Town will authorize the
Board of Selectmen, the Town Manager, o[ any other agency of the Town, to apply for o
grant or grants, to be used to defray the cost ofall, or any part of, said system; and to
authorize the Town Manager to enter into any and all contracts and agreements as may
be necessary to carry out the purposes of this Article, or take any other action with
respect thereto.
Board ofSelectmen
Background This Warrant Article will provide funding to upgrade and reorganize the
Town's financial eoftvvora and the related hardware infrastructure components.
Overview
In 1983. the Town of Reading purchased the equipment and license to a
database ooftvvona program (Y\drnina`) that runs on o Digital Vox System. We also
obtained the SOU[Ce code and hired 8 programmer to [Oodif«AdDliOG to meet the data-
processing needs of the Town, providing an advanced solution relative to what other
CoDln)UDitieS were doing at the time.
The same software which is command-driven (like DOS as opposed to Windows)
is still in place 24 ynena later. The same pnJgrg[n[ne[ is now the Technology
Administrator, and is responsible for (acnoOg other things) te|enonnrnuninatinna,
networking and data security. The single biggest change in technology inthe past 24
years is probably the decentralized manner inwhich it is distributed to the ultimate end
UG8nS. However, here in R88diOg, there is only this OOH pe[8OO who kOOVVS hDYV to
pn3g[8O1 the AdrDiOS system — |e8V|Og the C8p8bi||tV 0J use the DDaDCi8| system of the
TOVVD |8q]S|y undistributed to the end US8[S.
The following are just few examples of challenges that will be alleviated with
modern software technology advancements:
• There are no menus ofoptions. |f you dO not know the specific non-Eng|ish-|ihe
command, you cannot get any data into oF out of the system.
• There are no official instructions manuals or help soneeno, only what ernp|oyaao
have written and passed on from one generation to the next.
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0 Only one person atg time can use the payroll o[expense system when payroll or
accounts payable are being posted. /
0 Many duplicate entries will be eliminated. For example, the cash receipts process
requires at least three distinct noonUa| entries.
There have been many legal changes and heightened expectations since 1983
that require more manipulation of the Town's data. Then, our employee benefits and
personnel management were simple and manageable. Now vve offer several methods of
paying for health insurances, pre-tax health savings/dependant care plans and voluntary
life and dental insurance. The flexibility Vfthe benefits package is an important variable
in attracting and keeping talented staff for both the School Department and the municipal
government iO today's competitive marketplace.
In 1983. there was no Education Reform Act requiring detailed categories of
reporting annually tothe Department of Education (C>OE). The DOE io currently requiring
extensive details on the status of the certification of our teachers. Recent Government
Accounting Standards require the Town to track certain financial data kJinclude in the
annual audit.
In order to get the data to meet all these new requireRlenta, numerous
spreadsheets are maintained. There is o lot of time spent taking the data (often by
hand) from the current system and putting it in the format required by the various
Federal and State agencies. |n the case of some of the new reporting requirements, our
Adnninu system does not have the fields necessary to keep track of the required data.
8chOO| buildings are not yet linked to a network, GO all iOh][nQ3tiDD [8q4|F8d by the
School Director of Finance is gathered manually. Elaborate spreadsheets are built to
project the available balance of school appropriations. The Admins system keeps data in
separate directories by fiscal year so printing @ single report with several years of history _
is not possible. To get a total of all the expenditures of multi-year project or grant, the
data from the current system must be re-keyed into spreadsheets. The G/\SB-required
DXad asset inventory requires that all the information on each asset is key�d by hand
into a opreedaheet, then re-keyed onto a spreadsheet that breaks them down by asset
type because there is no common field to sort on, and finally [e-keyed again onto a
spreadsheet that lists them by Town functions. And this list could gonD...
Solution
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The Town is looking at various vendors who provide software solutions for many
Massachusetts municipal governments. The latest technology and software can provide
us with an integrated ove1e[n that eliminates much of duplicate data entry and dUe|
spreadsheet systems. The software providers update their oya1erna regularly with new
features and update them immediately to meet any new mandated reporting
requirements. The newer software oUovvs for the entry of much more information. For
example, if 8 resident o8||s with a pn]bienn on a water biU, notes of the call can be
entered d|P8Ct|y in the bill nBCOnd. As needed, Other employees can follow the history of
the problem as it is resolved.
The newest systems allow for digital document storage so that we can a\irninoKa
hours of time spent on searching and photocopying inxoioea, personnel action fo[Dla,
copies of checks and purchase orders, contracts, etc.
In addition to the software costs, there are many Ra|ohad coats to complete a
project of this magnitude, and bring all related hardware and networking up t0 today's
standards. We will likely hire a project [noDage[ to coordinate all the phases of
implementation throughout the Town and School Departments.
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Along with new equipment such as oenxe[a, printers, scanners and fo|der/oea|a[s.
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there are data conversion costs and annual licensing fees. There are costs associated
with hardware and software Of the digital document storage ovatoDl. There are costs
associated with installation of this new gvotenn in oacuna |ocatone, complete with '24/7'
access and backup generator facilities.
Summa
|no sense, the $245.00O grant from \/erizonto install o large portion of the Wide
Area Network has created an opportunity for the Town of Reading to take o\rn at the
technology needs of both the municipal government and School Department earlier than
previously thought possible. With the WAN, we are on the verge of linking all [nVnioipu|
and school buildings to the Town's financial software system — o connection critical 10
the full realization of the benefits of upgrading and reorganizing the Town's financial
software and the related hardware components. This will allow every budget manager to
have Fea|-UOla information for budgets, payroll and human resources. From their
1arDliDg|G at n3nlota locations, C|odvo will enter invoices for payment, time and
attendance for payroll and cash receipts for treasury. Approval for these documents will
be done electronically from o work flow program embedded into the new software. A
security system of permissions and approval levels will eliminate reams of paperwork
that currently gets passed from building to building.
In the future, through the redesigned Town's xVebGite' residents will be able to
obtain more iDfo[[O8tiOD than ever bgfOn8 OO 8 24/7 basis. The quality ofthe information
available will rely upon 8 modern technology financial system.
Finance Commiftee Report: The Finance Committee recommends the subject matter
of this Article by vote Of 8-0-0. The Article will Co0p\8t8 the Wide Area Network. 0OVe
` the central computer installation to more aeoun* location where emergency back-up
e|gCt[iC8| service is 8V8i|8b|8, and will provide for the full implementation Of 8
comprehensive software and hardware oyntBrn for the T0vvO including the uti|itiea.
SChOO|S and municipal gOVe[O0eOt A portion of the COSt8 will be borne by the VV8tg['
Sewer, and Stornnwater K8enmgnnnent Enterprise Funds. The Town and School
Departments have gone through a comprehensive process looking at available vendors,
and have selected the most cost effective oo|Uhone to the numerous needs with vendors
who will b8 able tO support the system for 8 long time going forward.
Bylaw Commiftee Report: No report.
ARTICLE 20 To nee what sum the Town will raise by bornovYng, or transfer
from available fUOde, or otherwise, and appropriate for the purpose of purchasing 3 fire
engine, including the COSt8 of consulting GenviCeS, p|8DG' dOcUOO8OtG' cost egti[D8t8S,
bidding services and all related expenses incidental thereto and necessary in connection
therewith, said SUDl t0 be expended by and under the direction of the Town Manager;
and to see ifthe Town will authorize the Board of Selectmen, the Town Manmger, or any
other agency of the Town, to apply for o grant or granta, to be used to defray the coot of
8||, or any pad of, said fire engine; and to authorize the Town Manager to enter into any
and all contracts and agreements as may be necessary to carry out the purposes of this
Article, or take any other action with respect thereto.
Board ofSelectmen
2007 ADnU@lTOYVOMkeStOgVV@rrant — ` of Reading
The Fire Department is in critical need of a replacement fire engine. Due
to the age of our equipment, we are experiencing a significant arDoVD1of[Dechanica|
problems with our fire apparatus.
This has caused considerable expense to the DPVV, required the Fine
Department to place reserve equipment in service that is far beyond its service life, and
a1 times requires uato borrow fire apparatus from neighboring communities.
Our fire apparatus replacement schedule is based upon recommendations from
the NmbOOa| Fire Protection Association /NFPA\. The NFPAnecornnnends a fire engine
be in front line service for 10 years, and then be assigned to reserve service for an
additional 1Oyears. By contrast, our Engine 2 has been iO first line service for 12years,
our newest back up (Engine 3)'is 21 years old and our second line back up (Engine 1) is
28 years old.
Chief Greg Burns has completed an analysis of naoant fire engine purchases in
an effort to determine an appropriate number to request for the capital budget. Based
upon the analysis, he recommends $410'000 capital request to purchase a new engine
and the required equipment. /\n examination Vf six recent purchases of fire engines and
their average cost, factoring in the cost of 2007 diesel motor and required equipment,
ia presented below.
Community
Description
Purchase Price
Cambri I dge
2006 Pierce Saber
$362,000
Wakefield
2006 Seagrave
$365,000
Lexington
2006 American LaFrance Eagle
$379,000
Belmont
2006 E-One Typhoon
$353,000
Woburn
2006 Pierce Arrow
$379,000
Average Purchase Price.- 2006
$374,667
Federal Emissions Changes
$20,00b
Equipment
$15,000
Sub Total
$409,667
Requested Amount
$410,000
There have been significant increases 1O the cost of fire apparatus over the last
few years. Beginning in 2007. all diesel motors must meet new Federal emission
atandarda, and this forced o redesign of the engines, apparatus Cabs and cooling
systems. '
Since we will be decommissioning @ 28 year old fire engine. some of the
equipment will need tobe replaced for the new engine. Examples include hand-line and
deluge nozz|ea, axes, pry bars and radios. Our hose, Oa|f Contained Breathing
Apparatus and tools .are in good shape and can be transferred to the new engine.
Finance Committee Report: The Finance Committee renommends.the subject matter
of this Article by a vote of 8-0-0.
Bylaw Committee Report: No report.
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ARTICLE 21 To see what sum the Town will raise by borrowing, or transfer
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from available funda, or othenwsg, and appropriate for the purpose of rnokjOg
improvements to or replacing the. Birch Meadow Tennis CortG, including the costs of
engineering services, p|ano, dooU0ents, cost estimates, bidding services, construction
[DGDgQe[Oent serVicee, and all related expenses incidental thereto and necessary in
connection therevvith, said sum to be expanded by and under the direction of the Town
Manager; and to see if the Town will authorize the Board of Selectmen, the Town
Manager, or any other agency of the Tmmn, to apply for a grant or grants, 10 be used to
defray the cost of all, or any part Vf, said improvements; and 10 authorize the TbVVO
Manager to enter into any and all contnsota.and agreements as may be necessary to
carry out the purposes Cf this Article, ortake any other action with respect thereto.
Board ofSelectmen
The Tennis Community has recently formed a task force chaired by two
members of Friends of Reading Tennis. The group has dedicated o tremendous amount
of energy fundraising and seeking grant funding to pay for a portion of the cost of
replacing the six lighted tennis courts at the Birch Meadow Area.
With a brand new High School complex and updated Tot Lot in that onao, it in
time for the tennis courts to be replaced. The tennis courts have not had any major
repairs besides crack sealing over the past 30+ years.. Courts are cracked beyond
repair, fencing is rusted, and drainage problems have become prevalent inthe Spring
season to the point Vf making the courts unp|aygb|eattimes.
Tennis i8 considered 8 life sport. The courts at Birch Meadow one used by
virtually every demographic in this conlDlUOitv including the Recreation Division, our
perennial outstanding RK8HG tennis teams, and the Annual Reading Tennis Open which
is celebrating its 17th year this June hooting over 250 participants. New courts will also
provide for better access for handicapped and wheel chair tennis players. This would
open 8 new opportunity for iDdUOiVe pnDgngnlnOiDg including VVhe8| chair tennis and
challenger tennis.
It is estimated that this project will cost approximately $350.000 — $375.000 to
complete with Updated lighting. The Friends of Reading Tennis are prepared to make a
donation of $150'000 through private fundraising and grant funding that VVOU|d aid the
projects completion. In addition, it is the Town's intent to f|\8 for rB|DlUUrs8nleDt under
the MGBA grant for the High Schon|, in the event that there is adequate capacity in the
available grant funds to [eiOlbU[Ge part of the cost of the project. Any n8OO@iOiOg costs
would be bonded consistent with the newly adopted Capital Improvements Program.
Finance Commiftee Report: The Finance Committee recommends the beu matter
of this Article by a vote of 8-0-0. The FINCOM is particularly impressed with the efforts
of "Friends of Reading Tennis" to support this project. The FINCOM recognizes that this
project may not receive MSBA funding as part of the RMHS project but supports the
efforts to submit this improvement as part of that project in the hope that it will be
Bylaw Committee Report: No report.
2007 Annual Town Meeting Warrant — Town of Reading
ARTICLE 22 To see what sum the Town. will raise by borrowing, or transfer
from available funds, or othenwse, and appropriate for the purpose of making artificial
turf field improvements at the Parker Middle GohoO| and/or the Coolidge Middle School,
including the costs of engineering Genvicue, p|ans, documen1a, cost eGb0o1eo, bidding
services, construction management services, and all related expenses incidental thereto
and necessary in connection the[eVvith, said sum to be expended by and under the
direction of the Town Manager; and to see if the Town will authorize the Board of
Selectmen, the Town Manager, or any other agency of the Town, to apply for a grant or
grants, to be used to defray the cost of aU, or any part of, said improvements; and 10
authorize the Town Manager to enter into any and all contracts and agreements as may
be necessary to carry out the puqzoeae of this Article, or take any other action with
respect thereto.
Board ofSelectmen
As the youth sports scene. continues bJ grow in Reoding. GO does the
demand for field space. Typically, there are few options when a community iSout of
developable land to create more field space. One of those few options is the installation
Of synthetic turf fields t0 replace natural grass fields.
The Town of Reading has an opportunity 0oexpand the usability of our existing
field space by creating a new synthetic turf field at one of our middle schools. Through
their own experiencea, both youth and HS programs will attest to the benefit of a
synthetic surface. They have found that there are rare instances that require
game/practice cancellation (thunder), and the quality of the play surface is consistent
game t0 game and area 0J area. Often, it is the result Ofthe weather that deems fields
unp|eyab|e. not the weather itself. '
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Through research, the following has been determined:
• One game played on m vva[ natural gross field has the same damage impact that
six games have on a dry natural Qn8as field.
• Synthetic turf fields gain a minimum Oftwo extra months ofp|ayabi|ity per year.
• Less maintenance ie needed ata lower annual cost for synthetic turf fields.
The Town has received o matching grant from the State of Massachusetts of
$200.000 for the purpose of installing o synthetic turf field at one of our middle schools.
The complete coat of o design, construction management and installation of one
synthetic turf field ia approximately $O5O.00O. The current capital plan calls for $35O,0UO
of Town debt to be aU0oa1ad to this particular project. Three local sports organizations
have contributed $15.000 as seed money to garner a design, and have committed
another $8D.00O towards the project.
Finance Commiftee Report: The Finance Committee recommends the subject matter
of this Article byavote of 8-00. TheRN[OM recognizes the efforts to secure partial
funding from the 8tote, and the efforts of volunteer sports organizations to make major
contributions to this project. A|rnoa\ half ofthe anticipated costs will come from sources
other than municipal funding.
Bylaw Commiftee Report: No report.
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ARTICLE 23 To see what sum the Town `U���bo���.�ba��
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from available fuOds, or otherwise, and appropriate for the purpose of making
improvements to the Sunnyside Avenue and Fairview Avenue sewer, including the costs
of engineering aemicee, p|ono. docunnenta. cost esbnl@[eo. bidding 'services and all
related expenses incidental thereto and necessary in connection therewith, said aurn to
be expended by and under the direction of the Town Manager; and to nee if the Town
will authorize the Board of Selectmen, the Town MoOoge[, or any other agency of the
-[nvvn' to apply for m grant or gnanto, to be used 10 defray the coot of all, or any pad of,
said improvements; and to authorize the Town Manager to enter into any and all
contracts and agreements as may be necessary to carry out the purposes of this Article,
or take any other action with respect thereto.
Board of Selectmen
This Article will make funds available to replace the sewer main and
appurtenances on Sunnyeide Avenue and part of Fairview Avenue. Over the poet
several years, the Town has been aware of capacity problem involving this portion of
its sewer system. During heavy rain events, the sewer main located on Fairview Avenue
(beginning ot Pratt Street) down to8VDnyaideAvenue and on8unnye|dg out toPrescott
Street has been experiencing surcharging. A recent study done by the Town of
Reading, Engineering Division, has indicated that the 8" pipe currently in place is running
8t full capacity, and incapable Of handling the maximum flow Of 4O8.8DO gallons per day.
In order to handle such 8 flow and eliminate surcharging, this section Of sewer main will
be replaced with 3 12" pipe. This project will iOGta|| 1250 feet of new 12" sanitary sewer,
in place of the iOSUfDCieOL 8'' pipe, and will Pep|8C8 18 sewer S8rviC8S (main to property |ina).Thetota| estimated cost io$3O5.00O.
PROPOSED
SEWER MAIN REPLACEMENT
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(1250 linear feet)
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TOWN OF READING MASSACHUSETTS
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
OPOSED SEWER MAIN REPLACEMENT
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Finance Committee Report: The Finance Committee recommends the subject matter
of this Article by a vote of 8-0-0. This is an essential, project for the improvement and
operation of the sanitary sewer system. Authorizing debt gives the Town the ability to
sell the debt — for a maximum of five years — or to fund this project sooner depending
upon the timing of other utility debt. This will enable the Town to manage the impact on
utility rates.
Bylaw Committee Report: No report.
ARTICLE 24 To see if the Town will vote to amend Section 2.2.13 of the
Reading Zoning By-Laws so that it will read as follows:
2.2.13. Lot Frontage: The continuous uninterrupted length of a lot boundary line along a
street line having a depth into the lot of not less than twenty (20) feet, said depth
measured at an angle to said street line of not less than 65 degrees, over and
through which, actual legal and physical access to the potential building site by
both pedestrian and vehicles shall be required. The presence or existence of an
access easement shall not sat ' isfy the requirement for actual legal and physical
access. The end of a street without a cul-de-sac shall not be considered
frontage.
Or take any other action with respect thereto.
Community Planning & Development Commission
Background: The phrases "over and through which, actual legal and physical
access to the potential building site by both pedestrian and vehicles shall be
required. The presence or existence of an access easement shall not satisfy the
requirement for actual legal and physical access." have been added to clarify the
purposes for requiring frontage on a street to ensure not only that a lot has the requisite
linear frontage but that said frontage in fact provides 'adequate access by foot and by
vehicle to the buildable portion of the lot and not simply as access to the front of the lot.
Finance Committee Report: No report.
Bylaw Committee Report: The Bylaw Committee recommends the subject matter of
this Article -by a vote of 5-0-0. The Committee recommends that the changes in the
definition be highlighted in the motion in order that Town Meeting may easily see what
changes are being proposed.
CPDC Report: The hearing on this Article is scheduled for April 9th after this report has
gone to press. The CPDC report will be given at Town Meeting. .
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' ARTICLE 25 To see if the Town will vote to amend the Reading ~ By-
Laws LbJchaDQethepad�OQraqUinBrnentoforrgtai|sto[eg.of�ces and oonournerservice
establishments located within the Business B/K8ixed-Use Overlay district, by amending
Section 0.1.1.1. The amendments would eliminate the so-called "300 foot exemption"
and p8p|aog it with o more flexible parking formula that requires 50 percent of parking to
be constructed onsite and sets up a funding mechanism for central parking facilities and
transportation and pedestrian alternatives. The new language in Section O.1.1.1.would
read as follows:
"No land shall be used and no building shall be erected, enlarged or used unless
off-street parking onaoo' and off-street loading and unloading areas, conforming in
amount and type to that described herein are provided except that the CPOC may a||oxv
the applicant representing n*bsi| eto[eo, offices or C0OGunoer service establishments
located within the Business B/K8ixed Use Overlay to be exempted from up to fifty /5O\
percent of the required parking spaces |f the applicant pays aD impact fee of $20,000 for
each parking space not provided. The money shall be deposited into a separate
account' with half the funds to be used for short or long-term parking so|UboDo in the
Town in the Business B/K4ixad Use Overlay Disthct, and half to be used to fund
-transportation alternatives for employees and customers in the Business B/K4ixed Use
Overlay District Or pedestrian enhancements to streets inside or leading to or from the
Business B/K4ixed-uag Overlay Oiathct."
By Petition
This is a petitioned Warrant Article. The petitioners have ouoo|ked the
following background information to be included in this report.
Article 25 is o citizen petition that oeahe to prevent the Downtown parking
situation from getting VVO[Sg by F8[DOVDg today's "300-fon1 parking exemption" from the
bylaws. This 50 year-old clause completely exempts business developments within the
Bu8iO8GS B District whose land sits within 3OO feet Cfpublic parking lots - particularly the
|Ota behind CVS and the Atlantic -from providing any parking whatsoever. Right novv,
there is OO OOBCh8DiSOl for the TOvVD to require any such developer t0 provide any
p8[NOg sp8C88. or even to pay anything into 8 fund for CeD1[8| parking. Article 25 is 8
citizen attempt tO enact such requirements. |tiS modeled after the parking requirements
that Town Meeting enacted for the mixed-use overlay rezoning.
The "300-fOOt 8Xe[DpiiOO" has Dleh1S in t8r[DS Of serving the hiStO[iC8| DliX Of
O0vVOtovvO uses. Tobe sure, existing small businesses must baprotected. Hovvevar,
recent large-scale developments have revealed the downsides, and showed the future
risk of this 8XHOlp{iOn. The Two H8V8O Street project would h8Ve theoretically needed
about 100 parking Sp8CRS. but used the 300-fOOt exemption to provide only about 2O
spaces. Similarly, the Reading Co-Operative Bank, when it was enlarged iD1990'relied
on the "CVG" lot for part of its parking supply. The Bank wound Up being short by at
least 25 parking spaces. Later, Town Meeting rezoned residential property so that it
could b8 paved t0 meet the Bank's self-imposed parking shortfall.
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Although Article 25 is a citizen petition, it responds 1O many concerns expressed
by various Town bodies and Town Officials. Concerns about the 300-foxz exemption
were aired in 2DO4 when Two Haven was planned. And two months ago. two CpDC
Members stated that the exemption needed to be revisited. However, DO Town body
has made any move to enact oreven to propose a change. 8o' citizens stepped into
this Void, putting something on the tab|e, confident that the Board of Selectmen and
CpDC would shape the language aG appropriate, and deal with this obvious problem.
If, by the night of Town Meeting, there is no compromise language on the table, it
will be regrettable. Town Meeting Members should be mindful of the consequences of
taking no action. The next large Downtown construction project that uses this loophole
will deal a devastating blow to existing small businesses that rely on. a tight fixed supply
of public spaces. There is also a serious risk that this loophole will also result, over the
long run, in more residential properties being taken for parking purposes.
Finance Commiftee Report: No report,
Bylaw Commiftee Report: On a vote of 5-0'0' the Bylaw Committee recommends
that this Article be "Referred to Committee" for further study.
CPDC Report: The hearing ODthis Article is scheduled for April 9th after this report has
gone to press. The CPDC report will be given at Town Meeting.
ARTICLE 26 To see if the Town will vote to delete 8eoUOD 5.0.2.2.3 of the
General Bvovvo of the Town of Reading and re-numbering subsequent sections of the
bylaw, or take any other action with respect thereto.
Board ofSelectmen
Section 5.00f the General Bylaws ia the new section on Animal Control.
After the bVovv was approved by Town Meeting and by the Attorney General's [ffice, it
was discovered by a member ofthe Zoning Board of Appeals that Section 5.8.2.2.3
referenced approval for kennels pursuant tOthe Reading Zoning By-Law. There is no
provision in the Zoning By-Laws for such approval, and 7-ovvn Counsel advised removal
of that section. The nB0O8iDde[ of the bylaw VVOh{S without Section 5.6.2.2.8. The
section to be removed reads as follows:
5.6.2.2.3 - /��e�. f�ry applicant Dem/ kennel license must ��
obtain as required bv the Reading Zoning Bv-Lom/a prior to submitting
an application to the Town Clerk on a form prescribed by the Clerk.
Finance Commiftee Report: No report.
Bylaw Commiftee Report: The Bylaw Committee recommends the subject matter of
this Article bxa vote Vf5��.
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2OO7/\OOU@lTOvVOK�eetOg Warrant — Town of Reading
� ARTICLE 27 To see if the Town will Vote pursuant to Section 2-8 of the
/ \
Reading Home Rule Charter, to declare the seats of certain Town Meeting Members to
be vacant and [arnoVa certain described persons from their position Meeting
YWannbero for failure to bake the oath of office within 30 days following the notice of
election or for failure to attend one half or more of the Town Meeting sessions during the
previous year, or take any other action with respect thereto:
Precinct Robert OeK8i|dJr.
John VV.Fay
Thomas F.O'Donnell
Precinct Thomas F. PnJcopio
Precinct Timothy C. Curren
Board ofSelectmen
The Reading Home Rule Charter provides for the ran1oVo| by Town
W1g8tDg of Town Meeting K88mb8[S who did not attend at least half of the Town Meeting
sessions during the previous year. There are five members who meet those mitgha. as
listed above.
Hovvewer, the attendance of Precinct 2 Member John W. Fay. and Precinct 3
Member Thomas F. Procopio, at the Special Town Meeting in February 2007, gave them
attendance of at least half ofthe sessions for the previous year as requined, and their
names will therefore not b8 included iD the motion under this Article.
The remaining Town Meeting Members from Precincts 2 and 8vvi|| be asked to
meet in a caucus before this Article is taken up, and to evaluate the particular
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circumstances of each of these situations. The affected precincts will then make a
recommendation to Town Meeting as to whether the member should be removed.
Finance Committee Report: No report.
Bylaw Committee Report: No report.
2007 Annual Town Meeting Warrant — Town of Reading
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and you are directed to serve this Wareaht,by'posting an attested copy thereof in at least
one (I) public .place in each precinct of the Town not less than fourteen (14) days prior to
April 3, 2007, the date set for the Election in said Warrant, and to publish this Warrant in
a newspaper published in ' the Town, or providing in a manner such as electronic
submission, holding for pickup or mailing, an attested copy of said Warrant to each Town
Meeting Member.
Hereof fall not and make due return of this Warrant with your doings thereon to
the Town Clerk at or before the time appointed for said *meeting..
Given . under our hands this 27th day of February, 2007.
A.Ben Tafoya, air
James E. Bonazoli, Vice Chairman
;Thomas H. F man
MR
Stephen A. G61dy, SpGTtary/111�
mille W. Anthony
Richard W. Schubert
SELECTMEN OF READING
Table of Contents
FY 2008 BudLyet MessaLye
New Budget Process Overview
FY 2008 Revenues
General Fund — FY 2008 Expenses
Enterprise Funds — FY 2008 Expenses
Finance Committee FY 2008 Budget Comments
Revenues
A. General Fund Revenues
Expenses
Budget Summary
General Fund
B. Benefits
C. Capital (see blue pages)
D. Debt Service (see also blue pages)
F. Financial
H. Vocational School Education
M. Accounting
N. Finance
P. Library
Q. Community Services
R. Public Safety
S. Public Works
T. School Department
U. Town Buildings
Enterprise Funds
W. Water Fund
X. Sewer Fund
Y. Storm Water Fund
(see also blue pages for enterprise fund capital & debt)
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To: Members of the Reading Finance Committee and Town Meeting
The following pages represent the entire Town of Reading fiscal plan for FY 2008. These
materials include all of the details of the town's municipal government budget (`Municipal
Government'), and many of the budget details for both the schools (`School Department') and
facilities (`Building Maintenance'). This information may also be found on the Town's web page
at http:// www.ci.reading.ma.us /08budget/.
The world is changing at an increasingly faster pace, and so too is our quiet little town. Our
residents — children, parents, adults and seniors — need more services, and they need these
services delivered in increasingly different ways. Amazing technological leaps in the classroom
help our teachers connect our children to a global society with its rich history; an old- fashioned
helping hand for our frail elders allow them to age in place - in the community so many of us call.
home.
The challenge to respond to these varied needs with the limited resources of the Town of
Reading budget is a great one. At a time when the dire financial straits of so many of our
neighboring communities underscore the difficulty in being a municipality, we are confident that
the $69.5 million general fund FY08 budget that we present addresses many of these needs — and
most importantly, in a sustainable way. That is not to say that this budget satisfies all the needs
for improvement that have been identified by the Board of Selectmen and the School Committee
and their respective staffs, for it does not.
Times of great change require thoughtful planning. Beginning shortly after last year's Annual
Town Meeting, the Finance Committee and town staff began a thorough review of the entire
budget process.
Several goals became apparent early in the review process. First, it was important to devise
common budget language, and follow that with a common approach for all municipal
government, school department and building maintenance budgets. Second, it was evident that
the more financial transparency in the budget process — the better. Third, it was important to
recognize that there are uncontrollable forces at work on some portions of these budgets, and it
would be unreasonable to simply allocate resources across the departments without first
accommodating these unpredictable costs. Fourth, waiting until late winter for an unpredictable
State Aid figure (over 17% of the Town's revenues) has also proved troublesome for the annual
budget process. This year a new FINCOM mechanism was instituted to help insulate the budget
process from this annual uncertainty, and identify all revenues by October, at a time when
budgets were being built.
Times of great change also require flexible thinking. We are encouraged at the amount of the
long -term dialogue that has accompanied this year's budget process. However, the new. budget
process remains open to suggestion and to future changes. The ultimate objective of the entire
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process is not any of the four goals mentioned above. It is instead to be able to consistently
design budgets for the Town of Reading that can be sustainable beyond the current budget year, t,
and that will be able to address the times of great change the Town is facing.
Below is a summary of the enclosed FY 2008 budget for the Town of Reading:
FY 2008 budget (Proposed) Change from FY 2007
General Fund expenses
$ 69,472,105
$ 2,111,697
+ 3.1%
Municipal Government
$ 15,854,347
$ 539,992
+ 3.5%
School Department*
$ 34,787,537
$ 1,524,335
+ 4.6%
Town Building Maint.
$ 661,503
$ 27,971
+ 4.4%
Benefits
$ 9,911,440
$ 523,352
1 + 5.6%
Debt & Capital
$ 7,414,057
($ 609,100)
- 7.6%
Miscellaneous
$ 843,221
$ 105,147
+14.2%
*includes school building maintenance
The Town of Reading has a long and proud history of prudent fiscal management. Since our
costs may rise at unpredictable rates — but our revenues are constrained — conservative fiscal
planning is essential. As we review the attached budget, we must remain diligent in not adding
significant permanent costs to be supported by what may prove to be temporary sources of funds
— the services we offer need to be sustainable.
Our cash and reserves position continues to be appropriate — a trend we must consciously
encourage for the benefit of the Reading resident of tomorrow. We are currently at a 5% reserves
position (net of free cash uses in both the FY 2007 and FY 2008 budgets, as proposed herein).
Once additional free cash is certified in the fall of 2007, we may explore investing in additional
spending on capital if our reserves allow.
New permanent initiatives in Reading will be challenging to fund in the future, as long as
expenses such as health insurance and energy costs outpace revenue growth. These challenges
are not unique to our town, however. The difficulty in conducting municipal finance is well -
known, and has sparked broad discussions across the state and nation. Perhaps next year we will
have some budget process improvements that originate outside the boundaries of the Town to
report.
We encourage Town Meeting members to review this attached budget, and as always we
welcome any of your comments and suggestions.
Respectfully Submitted
Peter I. Hechenbleikner
Town Manager
Robert W. LeLacheur, Jr., CFA
Assistant Town Manager/Finance Director
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FY08 New Budget Process Overview
Town of Reading
Budget Summary Adopted
41410710:43 AM Actual (Revised)
No. FY - 2006 FY - 2007
Revenues —�
A General Fund Revenues $ 66,124,064 $ 67,528,505
Al Total Property Taxes
A2 Total Other Local Revenues
A3 Total Intergov't Revenues
A4 Total Transfers & Available
Ear - marked revenues
Debt Exclusion
MSBA
Net Available Revenues $ 61
One Year One Year
precast Change Projected* Change Projected*
2008 FY08 FY - 2009 FY09 . FY - 2010
3,472,201 2.9% $ 71,705,082 3.2% $74,114,816
3;658,713
3.;683,025
3,314,674
?;815,789
117E 7Qr,\
2.8 %1 $ 67.529,287 3.4%
Operating Costs
Accommodated Costs
B
Benefits
9,911,440
11,659,940
C
Capital (model includes PCs)
2.9%
852,684
3.8%
D
Debt (net inside levy for model)
24,532,604
, 2,418,662
:` _:27,225,827
E
Energy
3.8%
2,408,103
Building Maintenance
F
Financial
'2,328,560
615,646
2,401,119
G
Education Out of district
School, Town, Buildings
° 3,885,300
$ 41,017,859
H
Education - Vocational
$ 43,982,796
250,000
$45,648,983
J
Miscellaneous
30.4%
2,575,619
K
Community Priorities
30.3%
0
63.7%
64.1%
$21,703,617
$22,235,503
''$22,917,454 3.1%1
$24,459,784 7.1% $26,259,782
Operating Costs
Municipal Government
11,659,940
12,459,224
12,824,551
2.9%
13,308,404
3.8%
13;811,028
School Department
24,532,604
26,304,913
:` _:27,225,827
3.5%
28,273,274
3.8%
29,361,786
Building Maintenance
2,334,004
2,253,722
'2,328,560
3.3%
2,401,119
3.1%
2,476,169
School, Town, Buildings
$ 38,526,548
$ 41,017,859
.:$:42,378,938
3.3%
$ 43,982,796
3.8%
$45,648,983
Municipal Government
30.3%
30.4%
' ;<: 30.3%
30.3%
30.3%
School Department
63.7%
64.1%
64.2%
64.3%
64.3%
Building Maintenance
6.1%
5.5%
`::;' 5.5%
5.5%
5.4%
Estimated Surplus/(Deficit) $ 14 $ (913,293) $ (1,969,744)
Above is the model that the Finance Committee used in the FY08 budget process. Available revenues were determined to be those
not earmarked to repay school debt from the MSBA, or previous debt exclusions. Accommodated costs were a combination of shared
costs (benefits, debt & capital); unpredictable costs (energy, out of district special education, snow & ice as one of the miscellaneous
items); or new expenses classified as community priorities (none this year). These expenses were deducted from the available
revenues, and the remaining $42,378,952 was allocated among the three departments listed below after some further discussion.
Please note: this is a summary of many more detailed pages; some data in non -FY08 years suppressed above for readability.
* Future projections based upon 4% wage increases and 2% expense increases in the operating budgets;
other expenses projected include energy +10 %; health insurance +10 %; out of district special education +10 %;
debt & capital plans as presented; rubbish contract as negotiated; pension expenses +3 %; insurance and other benefits +5%
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UEUMINUM
A .chart of Revenues, following the Finance Committee budget message, shows two years of
historical revenue, the proposed revenues for FY 2008, and two years of forecasted revenues.
The following are the highlights of the revenues for FY 2008:
Property Taxes — The FY 2008 tax levy includes a 2.5% increase over the combined FY
2007 tax levy and new growth. This 2.5% increase is carried out for FY 2009 and beyond.
In FY 2004 the voters approved a $4.5 million Prop 2 %2 general operating override which
increased the base upon which the 2.50% levy limit is figured. In FY 2005, the first bond
payment on the High School construction project was included in the tax levy.
Property Taxes
2003 2004 2006 2006 2007 2008
Fiscal Year
In addition to the 2.5% growth, we are projecting $277,014 in new growth based on the
Assessor's estimate of both historical new growth plus new growth from ongoing actual
development activity in the community.
Thoue --
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New Growth
2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008
Fiscal Year
Tax levy (debt exclusion) reflects the debt exclusion for the High School project. We have
already bonded $35 million for the High School project. The state is currently paying us $20
million of the estimated $55 million project cost so that we do not have to do any short term
borrowing to pay for the rest of the project. Once the Project is complete and audited, the
Town will receive annual installments of the MSBA reimbursement for their remaining share
of the project. The portion of the tax bill that pays for the RMHS debt exclusion will be
reduced around FY 2009 when the first state reimbursement is received.
For Fiscal 2006, the Board of Assessors requested an increase in the budgeted amount of
"provisions for abatements and exemptions", or Overlay Reserve, to a level of $500,000.
This account needs to be able to accommodate any potential abatement that may arise from
all the new commercial development. We intend to increase this base amount by 21/2 % each
year. If it is not used for abatements, it is released in future years and used to support the
budget. (See" Operating transfers/Available Funds" below.)
Local Revenues from sources other than property taxes — In the past, we used extremely
conservative estimates for increasing local receipts. This was done for several reasons. The
consequence of not me ' eting revenue estimates could potentially be a 'revenue deficit' that
would have to be raised on the following year's tax rate. Conservative revenue estimates
temper the growth of expenses. Conservative revenue estimates are also more likely to be
met and any excess over the estimate increases our Free Cash (the surplus that is available to
spend in the following year.)
The effect over time of these conservative estimates was to get into the habit of regularly
using free cash to support the operating budget with the understanding that the revenue
estimates were so conservative that free cash would be replenished by the amount the actual
revenues exceeded the estimates. Several members of various boards commented that we
should begin to use more `realistic' revenue estimates and stop using free cash to support the
budget. We agreed, and that change has been implemented with the FY08 budget.
Individual components of local receipts are challenging to estimate. They can vary
significantly depending on the Federal and State laws, economic factors at the time, interest
rates and the volume of transactions. Therefore, it seemed prudent to work with the total of
the local receipts as opposed to estimating them individually. The Finance Committee agreed
to use the 10-year average increase (currently about 5%) in total local receipts to estimate
this amount in the future. In 3 out of 1,0 years, the receipts were significantly lower than the
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Fiscal
Fiscal
Fiscal
Fiscal
Fiscal
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
Overlay per tax recapitulation
$ $
$
$
$
Less:
398,105
403,573
536,408
556,974
525,313
Abatements & exemptions granted
203,346
186,819
133,486
0
0
Transferred to overlay surplus
144,782
158,770
Balance
$
$
$
49,977
57,984
402,922
556,974
525,313
Local Revenues from sources other than property taxes — In the past, we used extremely
conservative estimates for increasing local receipts. This was done for several reasons. The
consequence of not me ' eting revenue estimates could potentially be a 'revenue deficit' that
would have to be raised on the following year's tax rate. Conservative revenue estimates
temper the growth of expenses. Conservative revenue estimates are also more likely to be
met and any excess over the estimate increases our Free Cash (the surplus that is available to
spend in the following year.)
The effect over time of these conservative estimates was to get into the habit of regularly
using free cash to support the operating budget with the understanding that the revenue
estimates were so conservative that free cash would be replenished by the amount the actual
revenues exceeded the estimates. Several members of various boards commented that we
should begin to use more `realistic' revenue estimates and stop using free cash to support the
budget. We agreed, and that change has been implemented with the FY08 budget.
Individual components of local receipts are challenging to estimate. They can vary
significantly depending on the Federal and State laws, economic factors at the time, interest
rates and the volume of transactions. Therefore, it seemed prudent to work with the total of
the local receipts as opposed to estimating them individually. The Finance Committee agreed
to use the 10-year average increase (currently about 5%) in total local receipts to estimate
this amount in the future. In 3 out of 1,0 years, the receipts were significantly lower than the
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average. In the years that this method causes a revenue deficit, the FINCOM agreed to make
up the difference with an appropriation of Free Cash.
Million
$9
$8
$7
$6
$5
$4
$3
$2
$1
$0
Local Receipts
A
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x f � 4'1-5.5 .f K- ... ✓r�k +,,,r l»a �.
Jv .
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On
2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008
Fiscal Year
Intergovernmental Revenue — The same method used to estimate local receipts was used
for state aid. The 10 -year average increase for state aid was rounded down to 5 %. In the
years that the State Aid budgeted figure is lower than our estimate, the FINCOM agreed to
use free cash to make up the difference `within reason'.
Million
$14.0
$13.0
$12.0
$11.0
$10.0
$9.0
$8.0
$7.0
$6.0
$6.0
$4.0
$3.0
$2.0
$1.0
$0.0
State Aid
2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008
Fiscal Year
Operating Transfers /Available Funds —
The amount of money available from cemetery sale of lots has remained relatively constant.
Sale of real estate funds from the landfill will be available for debt and capital expenses.
This is consistent with the Capital Improvements Program which will make these funds last
for approximately 10 years ($375,000 per year) from FY2005 to FY2014.
The earnings distribution from the Light Department has been increased based on the CPI
through November 2006, and is as reflected in the RMLD Budget.
The Board of Assessors certifies the overlay surplus at $169,213.
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Thousands
$300
$250
$200
$160
$100
$50
$0
Overlay Surplus
2003 2004 2006 2006 2007 2008
Fiscal Year
No free cash is being used to balance the Fiscal 2008 budget (with the exception of $60,200
in Medicare Part D reimbursements received in FY07 that are proposed in this budget to flow
through to free cash and be added to the Stabilization Fund). We expect that because of the
new method to estimate revenues, free cash will not regenerate as much as it has recently. It
is therefore important that we do not to use free cash to support the operating budget.
Currently, the balance in free cash along with the stabilization and FINCOM reserve fund
balances meet the Finance Committee's 5% reserve policy. In the past 5 years, we have not
ended the fiscal year with the 5% reserves recommended by the finance committee.
Free Cash at June 30
Millions
$4.0
$3.5
$3.0
$2.5
$2.0
$1.5
$1.0
$0.5
$0.0
2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006
Fiscal Year
Summary of Revenues — The total revenues for general government will be just over $69.4
million, or a 2.9% increase from FY 2007.
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The proposed $69,472,105 general fund budget for FY 2008 represents a 3.1% increase
compared to the FY 2007 budget (as modified through the recent February 2007 Town Meeting).
Municipal Government Expenses
In developing the expense portion of the budget, . all of the Municipal government departments
prioritized essential services to the community, mindful that only modest budget increases would
be possible this year.
Annual % change in Municipal Government budget
10
L'1
0
-2
-4
The Municipal government departments show an increase of $539,992 (3.53 %) from FY 2007 to
FY 2008. As the chart above shows, annual increases are typically in this range in recent years.
Two exceptions included the operating override (FY05) and an unexpected increase in State Aid
coupled with significant health insurance costs savings (FY07).
This 3.53% increase is broken into these major components:
FY2008 Municipal government budget increase
$539,992
+3.53%
Operating costs
$453,764
.+2.96%
Restored/additional services
$ 69,538
+0.45%
Significant non - recurring expenses
($ 3,310)
-0.02%
Funded by increased revenues
$ 20,000
+0.13%
Operating costs
In the +6.74% Municipal government budget of last year, we made a point to discuss
longer -term budget sustainability. Several one -time costs were included in the FY07
budget, so that an unsustainably high base was not built -for future years. In a remarkable
mathematical coincidence, the operating costs for the FY08 budget were forecast a year
ago in this space at the 2.96% rate observed in the chart above. Following are some
highlights of the FY08 Municipal government budget:
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Restored/additional services $69,538 increase (plus $23,475 in benefits buds
• Nurse Advocate $35,268 (new PT position, including benefits cost)
• Library $20,656 (full funding for required 15% materials budget)
• Health Inspector $15,000 (increase hours dictated by demand)
• Dispatcher $13,489 (new FT position, including benefits - offset by OT savings)
• Town Planner as Department Head $8,600 (increased responsibility)
Significant non - recurring expenses $3,310 decrease
o Increase to fund snow & ice expense $65,273 (closer to historical)
o Increase in vacation/sick leave buy -back $13,560 (being phased out)
o Increase Fire expenses $9,057 (protective clothing & ALS supplies)
o Decrease Personal property recollection - $28,200
o Decrease DPW long -term strategic study - $25,000
o Decrease Elections expenses - $23,000
o Decrease DPW pavement management study - $15,000
Funded by increased revenues - $20,000
o Veteran's Aid - $20,000 (75% is repaid one year later by the State on the Cherry
Sheet)
Outlook for FY 2009 and beyond
Last year we were able to demonstrate the sustainability of the large increase in the FY07
budget, due to several one -time costs. This year, with a much leaner operating budget to begin
with, future increases below about a +3.5% annual increase seem possible only if we can reduce
the costs of existing services, or reduce some existing services altogether.
The FY08 budget has very few one -time Municipal government costs that do not build into the
base for the future. In FY09, we already know that election costs will increase (due to more
elections), there will be a continued desire to fund snow & ice as well as highway equipment
repair costs closer to historic averages, and there are strong signs that we may need more public
safety resources.
Municipal Government department FY 2008 budgets
Department FY 2008 Budget Divisions
Accounting
$ 119,527
+ 1.2%
Finance
$1,234,522
- 4.4%
Human Resources; Technology; Finance Committee;
Assessment; General; Town Clerk; Elections
Library
$1,114,381
+ 5.9%
Community
$1,564,058
+ 5.0%
Conservation; Zoning; Historical Commission;
Services
Inspection; Planning; Health; Elder/Human Services;
Veteran's Assistance; Selectmen; Town Manager; Law;
General; Casualty Insurance
Public Safety
$7,260,645
+ 3.9%
Police; Fire/Emergency Management; Dispatch
Public Works
$4,561,214
+ 4.2%
Administration; Engineering; Highway & Equipment;
Storm Water; Parks & Forestry; Recreation; Street
Lighting; Rubbish; Snow & Ice; Cemetery
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The following are the highlights of each section of the FY 2008 budget:
B. Employee Benefits
•
BI — The health insurance budget has increased by 8.9% in a combination of quoted
price increases (6.4 %); two new municipal government benefited positions (0.5 %);
and a 2% increase in enrollment of the existing workforce. Since this budget was
built, continued increases in enrollment have added almost another 1% to the
expected costs for FY08. A total of $120,000 in Medicare part D reimbursements
from the Federal government to help defray the cost of health insurance have been
recognized as revenue for the FY08 budget. To date, the Town has received over
$60,000 for five historical months of reimbursements.
• B4 — The Town is paying an additional 2.3% into the contributory retirement fund
this year, as determined by actuarial calculations. A new actuarial study — conducted
every two years - will determine the level of future contributions.
• B6 — The Town is proposing to change a policy of offering social security to part-
time employees. Instead, these employees will have their own personalized retirement
accounts, as the full -time work force does.
• B8 - Unfunded post - employment health care obligations will soon become a
significant point of discussion in municipal finance. The Town has set aside funds to
conduct an actuarial study of this long -term obligation, and may be proposing funding
strategies in future budgets.
C. Capital
• As part of the budget review process, FINCOM has adopted a new policy that sets
aside dedicated funding for both debt and capital, so that in lean budget years the
infrastructure of the community will be maintained. For FY08, a total of $819,600 in
capital funding was available under this policy. In FY07, an additional amount of
capital was funded at the November and February Town Meetings, once the free cash
was certified for the prior fiscal year. The FINCOM has also adopted a recent policy
on cash reserves — if sufficient reserves allow at the November 2008 Town Meeting,
additional FY08 capital requests are presented in this budget.
D. Debt
• The Town already has $6,517,357 in existing general fund debt obligations for FY08.
A total of $77,100 in new Bond Anticipation Note interest costs are expected to add
to this FY08 total, to finance these capital projects: $410,000 new fire engine;
$1,250,000 financial systems and document storage; $150,000 tennis court
renovations; $350,000 field work for turf at a middle school. The BAN financing
strategy will be employed only for a short period of time, and permanent financing
will coincide with the future reduction in debt service, so as to have a minimal impact
on the amount of cash capital available for the CIP.
F. Financial
• An addition of $60,200 to the Stabilization Fund is proposed by this budget,
representing Medicare part D reimbursements from the Federal government received
to date.
H. Education — Vocational School
• The vocational schools budget is $250,000 for FY08, representing over a 13%
increase from the previous year. In addition to increased costs per student, this figure
represents an increase of one student in total enrollment.
J. State Assessments — Town Meeting does not appropriate funds for State Assessments,
but the Town needs to account for these assessments when balancing the budget. The
largest single assessment is for the MBTA. The State Assessments reflect a 3.0%
increase.
M. Accounting '
No significant changes to this budget are anticipated in FY 2008. The FY08 capital
improvement plan requests a $1.25 million investment to replace financial software
systems in place since 1983, to implement document storage, and to provide for other
necessary hardware and secure facilities. Both the Accounting and Finance
departments will have a substantial involvement if this plan is approved.
N. Finance
• N2 — Increased employee turnover has caused an increase in hiring expenses, such as
advertising and pre-employment medical testing.
• N4 — Annual license fees for the new website, as well as for increased internet
capacity have led to some increased costs. When a new financial system is in place,
additional annual fees of $75,000 or more are anticipated. All municipal government
PC purchasing (except for public-access computers at the library) is now centralized
in-this budget, instead of being less reliably funded through capital requests.
• N7 — An increase in the Assessment wage budget will allow the seasonal Associate
Appraiser position an increase hours in response to development activity in the town.
• N8 — The Massachusetts Department of Revenue requires the collection of personal
property data every nine years, so this FY07 expense is not repeated in FY08.
• N9 — Two retirements in FY07 caused certain buyback expenses in FY07 that are not
anticipated in FY08. In addition, the creation of the Assistant Town Clerk position in
November 2006 shifted some expenses from this budget into the Town Clerk budget.
• N11— The Assistant Town Clerk position is funded for one full year.
• N13 & N14 — Fewer scheduled elections in FY08 reduce expenses in this budget.
FY09 will see a significant increase in expected elections.
P. Library
• P2 - This budget restores full funding for the required 15% materials budget.
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Q. Community Services
• Q1 — A portion of the Conservation Administrator's salary has been offset by
conservation revolving funds, generated by large applications for development.
• Q4 — The inspections revolving funds continue to offset a portion of the salaries that
are related to ongoing construction.
• Q5 — A new Town Planner will be hired in time for the FY08 budget. The budget
reflects the increased responsibility of this position as the department head for
Community Services.
• Q6 — The hours of the Health Inspector have again been increased this year due to
increases in commercial development.
• Q8 — The Elder/Human Services budget has included a new part-time position of
Nurse Advocate to assist the frail elder population in Town. According to a model
developed by the Finance Committee, the full benefits cost of this new position has
been absorbed entirely by the Municipal government's share of FY08 revenue.
• Q8 - This budget proposes to change the funding of the Senior Tax Work Program
from this division to the Assessors overlay account.
• Q21 — A further increase in the Veteran's Assistance paid by the Town is budgeted in
FY08. One year later, the State repays 75% of the Aid that is paid out.
• Q 15 -Q 16 — The use of Town Counsel legal services has been lowered to reflect recent
actual expense patterns. The budget for Labor Counsel has been increased, as the
Town's six union contracts expire 7/1/07 and negotiations are currently underway.
R. Public Safety
• R1 — No additional staff is being added in the FY08 budget, despite increased demand
from development activity in Town. Due to employee. turnover, five new officers
have been added in FY07. The buy -back expenses associated with expected
retirements offset some of the cost savings of a newer staff.
• R4 — Protective firefighter clothing and Advanced Life Support medical supplies
drive the expenses of the Fire department over 2 %.
• R5 — An additional dispatcher was added at the February 2007 Town Meeting. The
additional wages in this budget will be offset by savings in Overtime. According to a
model developed by the Finance Committee, the full benefits cost of this new position
has been absorbed entirely by the Municipal government's share of FY08 revenue.
S. Public Works
• S2 — A long -range DPW strategic plan was funded in the FY07 budget, and is not
repeated in this budget. The results of this study are expected in time to build the
FY09 budget.
• S4 - A pavement management study was funded in FY07, and not included in this
budget. It will be funded approximately every three years.
• S5 to S7 — The Highway and Equipment Maintenance budget increases the Overtime
budget closer to recent historical averages. Outsourced equipment maintenance has
also been increased closer to recent historical costs. Line painting remains
underfunded, since one annual striping is budgeted and due to changes in materials,
two annual stripings are required. Two dissenting members of FINCOM (voted 6 -2 -0)
.N
sought to increase line item S6 by an additional amount from free cash, in recognition
of this chronic underfunding.
• S8 & S9 — Last year the FY07 budget was prepared with flexibility in the event that a
new Storm Water Enterprise Fund was adopted. The increase in the FY08 Storm
Water division budget reflects some technicalities of this FY07 process.
• S 10 & S 11 — Parks and Forestry will continue to hire long -term seasonal laborers
instead of contracting this work out as was done prior to FY07. The cost of either
method is similar and not a factor in the decision, though it shifts funds in this case
from expenses to salaries.
• S16 — Street lighting expenses have been increased by 10% upon the advice of
RMLD.
• S18 — An additional $65,273 has been added to Snow and Ice Control in order to
more fully fund this volatile expense. The materials costs have increased significantly
during the past few years.
• S19 & S20 — The Cemetery division is also continuing to hire long -term seasonal
laborers instead of contracting this work out (see Parks & Forestry for further details).
T. School Budget — The School Budget is increased $1,524,335 ( +4.6 %) to $34,787,537
Tor FY08. This budget includes the full costs associated with school building
maintenance. Please refer to the School section of this budget for a detailed explanation.
U. Town Building Maintenance - Town Building Maintenance expenses are increased a
total of $27,971 ( +4.4 %). Please refer to the Town Building Maintenance portion of the
School budget pages for further details.
General Fund Expenses Summary
The FY08 general fund budget proposed at $69,472,105 reflects an increase in expenditures of
3.13% or $2,111,697.
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RLMERPRISE FUNDS 0
The water, sewer and storm water funds are an enterprise basis, which means that the ratepayers
pay all costs related to those services. Taken as a whole, the budgets for the Enterprise funds ate
forecast to increase by 16.35% in FY08; 11.60% in FY09; and 9.21% in FY10. The latter two
preliminary estimates rely upon a 7% annual increase in MWRA charges.
It is important to note that water and sewer reserve funds stand at approximately $2.4 million.
They have been purposely increased in recent years in order to cushion against the future costs
associated with either building a new water treatment plant or joining the MWRA. Once the state
reaches a final decision on the Town's full -time MWRA water membership application, these
reserve funds are expected to be used to offset prices paid by the ratepayers. The forecasts above
assume no reserve fund relief.
W. Water Fund
® The Water budget is increased $242,986 ( +5.3 %) to $4,815,487. In FY07 the Town
ceased operations of the water treatment plant, as full membership in the MWRA was
pursued. A final decision is expected in the summer or fall of 2007. Since the FY08
budget has five less water treatment plant employees, overall wage costs declined by
18.6% since last year. A slight 4.3% decline is also forecast for expenses. Increased
debt and capital costs are the source of the overall increase in the water fund. Debt
service is expected to include one interest payment, budgeted at $279,500, on the
significant capital cost of joining the MWRA as a full -time customer. In the FY09
budget, this full year expense including some repayment of principal is projected to
be $957,166. Aggressive debt repayment of past water main repairs have pushed
future scheduled repair work out until FY 2013.
X. Sewer Fund
• The Sewer budget is increased $131,342 ( +3.0 %) to $4,511,587. Wages are budgeted
to rise by 8.0 %, largely due to increases in overtime, as the minimum call -out has
increased from three hours to four hours. A modest 2.8% increase is forecast for
expenses, which largely reflect the MWRA assessment. The latter estimate by the
MWRA includes $15 million in debt - relief in the state's .budget, which will not be
known for several months. The town's sewer fund debt service is expected to increase
in FY08 as a $365,000 repair project will be repaid over five years.
Y. Storm Water Fund
• The Storm Water budget is decreased by $15,795 (4.4 %) to $341,734, largely driven
by a 6.4% decline in expected capital costs.
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TOWN OF READING FINANCE COMMITTEE
FISCAL YEAR 2008 BUDGET MESSAGE
Dear Town Meeting Members:
The Finance Committee recommends the attached budget for Fiscal Year 2008.
BUDGET PROCESS
The process of developing the budget began with a Financial Forum last fall in which town officials
reviewed a preliminary projection of revenues and expenses. At that meeting the Finance Committee also
presented a new budgeting model and proposed revisions to the budget process that we believe will avoid
some of the confusion that arose during the 2007 budget process. I think that the changes we made were
generally successful, although we also identified a few areas that can be improved in the next budget cycle.
At a second Financial Forum in January the FINCOM established parameters for use in developing the final
recommended budgets. The first step in this process was to settle on an estimate of the total revenue based
on the best data available at the time. We then deducted from that a set of costs which we called
"accommodated costs" — those which the town must fund and that we cannot control in the short run such as
debt, energy, employee benefits and snow removal. The net revenues remaining after deducting the
accommodated costs were allocated between the town, schools and building maintenance departments.
These departments developed their recommended budgets in accordance with this guidance from the Finance
Committee.
The final recommended budgets were submitted to the Finance Committee in February. The Finance
Committee reviewed and analyzed the budgets at a series of open meetings during February and March. At
these meetings, the Finance Committee asked each department head to explain their budget(s), including
capital items, and had the opportunity to question them regarding specific items. Members of the public and
interested groups also had the opportunity to give input and ask questions during these sessions. The
commentary in the attached budget incorporates discussions of the significant issues discussed during those
meetings and will be explained further during the individual budget presentations at Town Meeting. The
Finance Committee voted at its March 21 meeting to recommend the final budget as presented in this
warrant. All Town Meeting members should review the budget carefully and feel free to ask questions during
the discussion at Town Meeting.
DISCUSSION OF THE FISCAL 2008 BUDGET
The discussion above tells how we arrived at the budget, but it does not give you much information on what
is in the budget.
The financial woes of municipalities in Massachusetts has been in the news a great deal recently, first during
the gubernatorial campaign and more recently as the state legislature has debated the local aid and many of
our neighboring communities have voted on overrides. Reading faces the same challenges you have likely
heard cited in those discussions — we cannot control several major portions of our budget, and the forces that
control those items are not working in our favor. Revenue growth is limited by proposition 21/2 and the
legislature while costs are controlled by the free market (energy, health insurance), legislation (special
education) or the weather (snow and ice).
Reading can take pride in the fact that we have managed the aspects of our finances that we can control so
well that we are able to present a balanced budget which avoids layoffs while maintaining targeted levels of
capital spending and reserves. In fairness to our ancestors who built Reading into the town it is today, and to
the children we will leave it to sooner than we would like to think, that is not good enough. This budget does
not move the town forward and may not even hold the status quo. And it will not get better in the future -
our initial forecasts for FY09 show that we will face a deficit of close to $1 million just to fund the same
positions we have in place currently.
Reading has an outstanding management team in place. It is their creativity and commitment that has
enabled us to provide the excellent level of services we have today while adhering to strict fiscal discipline.
The Finance Committee would like to publicly honor Peter Hechenbleikner, Gail LaPointe, Bob LeLacheur,
Mary DeLai, Pat Schettini, the Board of Selectmen, the School Committee, and all the other employees and
volunteers who worked so hard on the development of this budget.
Respectfully submitted,
TOWN OF READING FINANCE COMMITTEE
Andrew W. Grimes, Chairman
Charles R. Robinson, Vice - Chairman
Paul Bolger
David Greenfield
George Hines
Ronald Powell
Harold S. Torman
Marsie K. West
Michele Williams
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FY08 Revenue Summary
Town of Reading
Budget Summary Adopted
4/4/0712:58 PM Actual (Revised).
No.
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
A lRevenues
155,134
160,000
Property Taxes
255,886
230,000
Tax levy (within levy limit)
40,441,305
42,207,949
New Growth
731,774
500,000
Tax levy (debt exclusion)
2,710,185
2,635,206
Abatements and exemptions
(536,408)
(512,500)
Al Total Property Taxes
43,346,856
44,830,655
Other Local Revenues
Motor Vehicle Excise
2,835,294
2,900,000
Penalties /interest on taxes
155,134
160,000
Payments in lieu of taxes
255,886
230,000
Charges for services
1,523,227
1,560,000
Licenses & permits
128,289
75,000
Special Assessments
3,654
5,000
Fines
104,248
155,000
Interest Earnings
1,443,604
715,500
Medicaid Reimbursement
520,360
450,000
Medicare D Reimbursement
Other
40,983
A2 Total Other Local Revenues
7,010,679
6,250,500
Intergovernmental Revenue
48,000
State Aid (Net of offsets)
10,225,394 11,347,396
MSBA
1,677,251 1,392,090
Other state aid - Supplemental Aid
51,182
A3 Total Intergov't Revenues
11,953,827 12,739,486
Operating Transfers and Available Funds
Cemetery sale of lots
48,000
39,666
Sale of real estate funds
375,000
375,000
Reading Ice Arena Authority
120,000
120,000
RMLD earnings distribution
1,946,870
2,010,991
Overlay surplus
147,717
261,707
WAN contribution
50,000
195,000
Certified Free Cash
1,125,115
705,500
A4 Total Transfers & Available
3,812,702
3,707,864
TOTAL REVENUES
66,124,064
67,528,505
bne Year
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69;472,701:: 2:9%
One Year
Projected Change Projected
FY • 2009 FY09 FY - 2010
45,514,242 3.1% 46,908,349
250,000 -9,8% 250,000
1,529,887 -45.0% 1,529,887
(538,446) 2.5% , (551,907)
46,755,684 0.2% 48,136,329
3,197,250 5.0% 3,357,113
176,400
5.0%
185,220
253,575
5.0%
266,254
1,719,900
5.0%
1,805,895
82,688
5.0%
86,822
5,513
5.0%
5,788
170,888
5.0%
179,432
788,839
5.0%
828,281
496,125
5.0%
520,931
113,400
5.0%
119,070
7,004,576 5.0% 7,354,805
12,510,504 5.0% 13,136,030
2,645,908 89.5% 2,645,908
15,156,412 13.9% 15,781,938
10,000
0.0%
10,000
375,000
0.0%
375,000
120,000
0.0%
120,000
2,133,410
2.5%
2,186,745
150,000
- 11.4%
150,000
2,788,410 1.2% 2,841,745
71,705,082 3.3% 74,114,816
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FY08 Budget Summary
Town of Reading
Budget Summary Adopted
4141071:07 PM Actual Actual (Rev. Feb. '07)
No. FY - 2005 FY - 2006 FY - 2007
B Total Benefits
8,269,654
C Total Capital
2,330,000
D Total Debt
6,723,348
F Stabilization Fund
100,000
H Total Education - Vocational
226,623
J State Assessments
566,001
Total Non Departmental Costs
$18,215,626
M Total Accounting
115,599
N Total Finance
969,227
P Total Library
891,774
Q Total Community Services
1,255,860
R Total Public Safety
6,343,092
S Total Public Works
4,571,809
Total Municipal Government $14,147,361
T Total School Department $ 29,898,363
U Total Town Buildings $ 600,644
9,119,755 9,388,088
925,838 1,361,000
6,916,400 6,662,157
0 0
251,081 220,578
524,016 517,496
:One Yea
5:6%
8.0.0
I'- - 39.8%
8 -0.0
-1:00
8.0.0
I "? 100.0%
8 -0 -0
I. 13.3%
8 -0.0
$ 17,737,090
$ 18,149,319
$ ;18,168,718
0.1%
$ 60,200
127,528
118,091
- ',. 1195527
1.2%
8 -0.0
987,563
1,291,164
1,234522
-4.40/.
8 -0 -0
951,427
1,052,670
1;114,381
5.9%
8.0.0
1,374,956
1,490,283
1,564,058
5.0%
8.0.0
6,606,262
6,985,839
7,260,645
3.9%
8 -0.0
4,504,447
4,376,308
4561,214
4.2%
split*
$ 14,552,183 $ 15,314,355
4 15,854,347 3.5%
$ 31,667,233
$ 33,263,202
4...34;787,537
4.6%
8 -0.0
$ 658,881
$ 633,532
,$', 661,503
4.4%
8.0.0
*split votes 6 -2 -0 for Public Works Sub -Total budget; 8 -0 -0 on all line item DPW bu
V Water Fund 2,993,745 3,587,826 4,572,501
W Sewer Fund 3,836,499 3,879,938 4,380,245
X Storm Water Fund 357,529
Source of Funding notes:
B4 Contributory Retirement
C15 Capital
F1 Stabilization Fund
S13 Recreation expenses
S20 DPW Cemetery expenses
S,
7
$ 169,213
from overlay surplus
$ 375,000
from sale of real estate fund
$ 60,200
from free cash (FY07 Medicare Part D)
$ 120,000
from the Reading Ice Arena Authority
$ 10,000
from cemetery sale of lots
;815,487
5.3%
8.0.0
511,587
3.0%
8 -0.0
341,73.4.
-4.4%
8 -0.0
FY08 Budget Summary
Town of Reading
Budget Summary Adopted One Year
4141071:07 PM Actual Actual (Rev. Feb.'07) Recommended Changes
No. FY - 2005 FY - 2006 FY .2007 (::: 'FY - 2008 FY - 2008
B Benefits
226,623
251,081
220,578
250,000
13:3%
131 Group Health / Life Ins.
4,891,926
5,612,028
5,871,435
;" 6,392,575
8.9%
B2 Workers Compensation
234,504
284,939
236,804
;; 278,685
17.7%
B3 Police / Fire Indemnification
72,491
55,019
50,000
55,000
10.0%
B4 Contributory Retirement
2,407,094
2,463,851
2,536,839
2,595,727
2.3%
B5 Non - Contrib. Retirement
88,683
.99,257
100,600.
102,681
2 ;1%
B6 Medicare / Social Security
532,054
573,934
542,410
446,772
-17.6%
B7 Unemployment Benefits
42,902
30,727
50,000
40,000
- 20.0%
B8 OPEB
C7 Library
20,000
5,000
16,500
8 -0 -0
C Capital
226,623
251,081
220,578
250,000
13:3%
C1 School Equipment
25,000
40,000
65,000
250,000
13.3%
8.0 -0
C2 School Building Imp.
1,500,000
17,550
105,000
85,000
3.0%
C3' Town Bldg Imp.
$18,215,626
27,550
149,500
70,000
0.1%
C4 Flexible Account
10,000
27,550
10,000
5,000
C5 Town Technology (not PCs)
50,000
50,000
C6 Wide Area Network
72,000
220,000
C7 Library
20,000
5,000
16,500
C8 Public Safety - Fire
30,000
167,000
36,900
l C99 Public Safety - Police /Dispatch
250,000
14,000
C10 Public Works - Equipment
175,000
149,000
298,000
277,000
C11 Roadway Improvements
307,500
315,188
328,000
331,100
C12 Sidewalk/Curb /Ped, Safety
5,000
C13 Signs
10,000
10,000
C14 Public Works - Parks & Recreation
12,500
60,000
64,600
25,000
C15 Total Capital
$ 2,330,000
$ 925,838
$ 1,361,000
=$ 819,600
- 39.8%
8.0 -0
D Debt
D1 Debt Service-. Principal
3,606,500
3,885,000
3,910,000
4,034,000
3.2%
D2 Debt Service -Interest
3,116,848
3,031,400
2,752,157
2,560,457
-7.0%
D3 Total Debt
$ 6,723,348
$ 6,916,400
$ 6,662,157
.$ 6,594,457
-1.0%
8 -0 -0
5
8.0.0
H Education - Vocational School
Vocational School
226,623
251,081
220,578
250,000
13:3%
1-11 Total Education - Vocational
$ 226,623
$ 251,081
$ 220,578 JT7
250,000
13.3%
8.0 -0
J Miscellaneous
J1 State Assessments
$ 566,001
$ 524,016
$ 517,496
$ 533,021
3.0%
Total Non Departmental Costs
$18,215,626
$ 17,737,090
$ 18,149.319
18,168,718
0.1%
M
FY08 Budget Summary
Town of Reading
Budget Summary
Adopted
�.
- One Year
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Actual
Actual
(Rev. Feb. '07)
Recommended Changes
No.
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
FY - 2008
FINCOM
M
Accounting
M1
Salaries and Wages
114,785
126,948
$ 116,796
118,255
1.2%
8.0.0
M2
Expenses
814
580
1,295
1,272
. -1.8%
8.0 -0
Total Accounting $ 115,599 $ 127,528 $ 118,091
;;$ 1191527 1.2%
N Finance Divisions
Human Resources
N1
Salaries and Wages
43,487
47,508
47,989
49,180
2.5%
N2
Expenses
40,901
14,821
14,807
`- 15,856
7.1%
Technology
N3
Salaries and Wages
107,528
113,923
137,546
137,273
-0.2%
N4
Expenses
120,655
138,214
112,603
110,622
-1.8%
N4
Expenses (previously classified as
capital)
25,000
33,000
32.0%
Finance Committee
N5
Salaries and Wages
603
405
1,000
1,250
25.0%
N6
Expenses
34,245
39,350
40,397
41,960
3.9%
Assessment
N7
Salaries and Wages
103,605
125,649
133,752
`: 140,350
4.9%
N8
Expenses
35,899
31,010
37,450
15,400
- 58.9%
General Finance
N9
Salaries and Wages
319,236
323,381
371,373
329,229
-11.3%
N10
Expenses
49,235
59,896
63,838
`_ 64,760
1.4%
Town Clerk
N11
Salaries and Wages
55,084
57,316
77,917
100,557
29.1%
N12
Expenses
486
1,216
1,125
1,500
33.3%
Elections and Registrations
N13
Salaries and Wages
32,797
12,152
35,665
LL 18,885
- 47.0%
N14
Expenses
25,466
22,722
40,702
24,700
- 39.3%
N15
FINCOM Reserve Fund
150,000
150,000
0.0%
N
Finance
N16
Salaries and Wages
662,340
680,334
805,242
776,724
-3.5%
8.0 -0
N17
Expenses
306,887
307,229
485,922
457,798
-5.8 %a
8 -0.0
Total Finance $ 969,227 $ 987,563 $ 1,291,164
$ 1,234,522 -4.4%
P Library
P1
Salaries and Wages
694,342
749,744
836,527
872,976
4.4%
8 -0 -0
P2
Expenses
197,432
201,683
216,143
241,405
11.7%
8.0 -0
Total Library $ 891,774 $ 951,427 $ 1,052,670
$ 1,114,381 5.9%
FY08 Budget Summary
\
Adopted
Actual (Rev. Feb.'07) Recommended Changes
FY - 2006
Budget Summary
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Actual
No.
48,856
FY - 2005
Q
Community Services Divisions
O
O
Conservation
1,00
Q1
Salaries and Wages
38.771
106,284
Zoning Board
113,874
Q2
Salaries and Wages
1.137
123,910
Historical Commission
136,163
O3
Expenses
943
58,463
|nopnnUnn
59,065
Q4
Salaries and Wages
104.094
181.106
Planning
6,80
Q5
Salaries and Wages
63.051
18,782
Health
10,252
QG
Salaries and Wages
101,079
O7
Expenses
47.352
-
Bdor/HumonSomivaa
50.0&
| / Q8
Salaries and Wages
123,883
OA
fuel)
856
94.362
Veterans
O
Q10
Salaries and Wages
8'836
Q11
Expenses
307
Q21
Veteran's Assistance
8'088
10,000
Ge|nnhnon
O12
Expenses
3.171
Town Manager
[J13
Salaries and Wages
85.330
O14
Expenses
9.125
Law Division
Q15
Town Counsel
88.100
O18
Labor Counsel
9.980
O17
Expenses
17.408
General
Q18
Salaries and Wages
155.428
Q19
Expenses
88.904
Adopted
Actual (Rev. Feb.'07) Recommended Changes
FY - 2006
FY. 2007
47,380
48,856
47,107
-3.6%
1,444
O
O
OD%
1,00
1,000
'
1,000
0.0%
106,284
109,973
113,874
3.5&
65,815
113,016
123,910
' 9.6%
136,163
148,595
167,554
12.8%
58,463
56.236
59,065
5.0%
145,152
155,288
181.106
16.6%
6,80
17,79
7,46
-581%
18,782
18,087
10,252
6.6%
232
700
00
0.0%
70.086
40.000
60,000
50.0&
2.386
2.100
� 2,600
23.8%
82.50
84,875
94.362
'0.596
O
O
O
0.0%
61,627
80,00
63,00
'21.3%
6,000
10,000
66.7%
�
168,836 178813 183,182 -d
88,765 82:960 84,450 1
FY08 Budget Summary
R Public Safety,
Police
R1
Town of Reading
2,979,275
3,031220
3.254752
R2
Budget Summary
179.721
177,912
Adopted
1.8%
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Actual
Actual
(Rev. Feb. '07)
No.
Gobhes and Wages
FY - 2005
FY - 206
FY - 2007
Q
Community Services Divisions (continued)
68.668
82,198
O20
Casualty |nounonoo
289,037
310.346
338.011
Q
Community Services
Salaries and Wages
319.386
330.387
Q22
Salaries and Wages
692,609
780,247
867,483
Q23
Expenses
563,251
594,709
622800
Public Safety
Total Community Services
$ 1,255,860
$ 1,374,956
$ 1,490,283
R Public Safety,
Police
R1
Salaries and Wages
2,979,275
3,031220
3.254752
R2
fuel)
179.721
177,912
199,G38
1.8%
Fire / Emergency Management
R3
Gobhes and Wages
2,756.955
2,946,627
3,049,855
R4
fuel)
68.668
82,198
85,965
Dispatch
341,048
4.7%
Rb
Salaries and Wages
319.386
330.387
355603
RG
Expenses
38,087
37,920
40025
5.6%
Highway and Equip. Maint.
2.1%
R
Public Safety
S5
Salaries and Wages
716'851
R7
Salaries and Wages
6.055.816
6.308.234
6.660,210
RO
Expenses
287.476
298.028
825.629
5{)
One Year
G
Public Works
633,711
1.8%
Administration
0
Salaries and Wages
84,40
88,595
91,827
G2
Expenses
5,607
5,565
30,677
Engineering
341,048
4.7%
G3
Salaries and Wages
161.902
208.512
255'772
84
Expenses
11,558
25.217
28'182
5.6%
Highway and Equip. Maint.
2.1%
189,752
38.1%
S5
Salaries and Wages
716'851
748,678
654'148
SG
Expeosao0euahue0
334.188
384,981
261.773
G7
Fuel -Municipal vehicles
141.332
174.537
137.406
Storm Water
G8
Salaries and Wages
123,256
SQ
Expenses
29.597
5{)
One Year
345,446
2.8%
633,711
1.8%
203,623
2.0%
96,599
12.4%
389,467
9.5%
341,048
4.7%
268,901
5A%
690,736
5.6%
267,221
2.1%
189,752
38.1%
139,467
7.9%
32,000
8.1%1
FY08 Budget Summary
Town of Reading
1;753,192 41 %.:
556,424, {? ` ,. 3.4 °C`;
Budget Summary
2,167,173 $ 2,222,344
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No.
FY - 2005
S Public Works (continued)
8.0 -0
Parks and Forestry
S10 Salaries and Wages
300,655
S11 Expenses
61,489
Recreation
146,057 2 2%
S12 Salaries and Wages
110,198
S13 Expenses
8.0.0
S Public Works
S14 Salaries and Wages
1,373,014
S15 Expenses
554,174
Sub -Total Public Works
$ 1,927,188
S16 Street Lighting
162,962
S17 Rubbish Collection / Disposal
1,355,253
S18 Snow and Ice Control
934,086
S19 CemeterySalaries and Wages
124,282
S20 CemeteryExpenses
68,038
Total Public Works
$ 4,571,809
Adopted
Actual (Rev. Feb. '07)
FY - 2006 FY - 2007
361,708 430,861
51,927 49,545
116,453 122,300
1,524,946 1,684,164
642,227 538,180
1;753,192 41 %.:
556,424, {? ` ,. 3.4 °C`;
6.2.0
6.2 -0
2,167,173 $ 2,222,344
$ . 2;309,61. 3.9°Ifl:
178,279 190,000
X09,000 5 r { t10 0 °!0
8.0 -0
1,401,588 1,440,471
8.0 -0
581,636 334,727
400,000 19 5%
8.0.0
118,520 149,281
146,057 2 2%
8.0 -0
57,251 39,485
37 736 -' 44 °Io'':
8.0.0
Total Municipal Government
$14,147,361
$ 14,552,183
$ 15,314,355
3
FTEs
Accounting
2.5
2.5
2.5
Finance
16.6
16.6
Library
17.4
17.4
19.7
Community Services
20.1
20.0
20.3
94°Io
Public Safety
96.8
96.8
98.8
Public Works
38.0
38.0
41.1
z.x f 411 ssF1 00%
J'
Total Municipal Government
191.4
191.3
201.5
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FY08 Budget Summary
Town of Reading
Budget Summary Adopted
4141071:07 PM Actual Actual (Rev. Feb. '07) Recommenc
No. FY - 2005 FY - 2006 FY - 2007 (. -' "FY - 2008
T ISchool Depa-ffm-en
T1 Administration
543,020
620,560
588,003
595,933
T2 Regular Day
16,204,053
17,072,537
18,813,170
;`'" 19,434,253
T3 Special Education
3,966,188
3,737,646
4,154,274
4,310,259
T4 Other
594,143
647,087
693,286
806,057
$ 25,146,502
T5 School Salaries and Wages
$ 21,307,404
$ 22,077,830
$ 24,248,733
9.0
T6 Administration
312,800
330,102
313,671
'' 314,981
T7 Regular Day
1,352,992
1,570,289
1,146,790
1,114,502
T8 Special Education (non- accomm.)
324,397
328,398
347,900
397,878
T9 Other
243,901
225,985
247,819
251,964
T10 Out of district SPED transportation
878,709
958,917
935,000
= 1,010,300
T11 Out of district SPED tuition .
3,662,357
4,021,627
3,893,200
4,275,000
T12 Out of district SPED rev. offsets
(1,166,722)
(1,446,720)
(1,438,272)
;` _ 1,400,000
;$ 5,964,625
T13 School Expenses
5,608,434
5,988,598
5,446,108.
U1 Salaries and Wages
1,163,335
1,162,680
1,128,161
1,153,865
U2 Expenses
649,371
824,564
762,400
806,656
U3 Heating of Buildings - Schools
693,108
959,013
1,005,800
1,018,317
U4 Utilities - Schools
476,711
654,548
672,000
697,570
$ 3,676,408
U5 Total School Buildings
$ 2,982,525
$ 3,600,805
$ 3,568,361
Town Buildings
U6 Salaries and Wages
U7 Expenses
U8 Heating of Buildings -Town
U9 Utilities -Town
143,842
196,459
130,853
129.490
144,340
202,420
157,489
154.632
141,311 -
145,522
221,850
222,517
125,000
139,721
145.371
153.743
One Year
Changes
FY - 2008
1.3%
3.3%
3.8%
16.3%
3.7%
0.4%
-2.8%
14.4%
1.7%
8.1%
9.8%
-2.7%
9.5%
1
0.3%
11.8%
5.8%
acnovi r i r-s
40u.1
41,).4
401.0
404.0
u.1 io
Administration
8.0
8.5
8.5
8.6
1.2%
Regular Day
317.6
333.6
337.0.
337.0
0.0%
Special Education
126.1
121.1
126.3
126.9
0.5%
Other
9.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
0.0%
Building Maintenance FTEs
34.1
35.2
30.0
30.0
0.0%
School Custodial
31.1
32.2
27.0
27.0
0.0%
Town Custodial
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
0.0%
ME
8 -0 -0
8.0 -0
Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Budget Summary (Form A)
Budget Summary
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
Expenses(Form C)
Totals
Employee Benefits
Group Health / Life Ins - 817
Summary: B1
Annual
Adopted
. Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
FY -2005
PY -2006
FY -2007
FY -2008
Change
0
0
0
0
4,891,926
5,612,027
5,867,435
6,392,575
8.950/C
4,891,926
5,612,027
5,867,435
6,392,575
8.950/c
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Commentary
Overview: Along with health insurance costs increasing, enrollment in the health insurance program continues
to increase. We have over fifty more subscribers today than we had two years ago. This is due to retirements,
current employees joining the program, and new benefited positions.
Changes: The Town will continue to work with the Health Insurance Advisory Committee, and mutually explore
cost containment options including further review of co -pays, establishment of a program with deductibles, and
any other options available.
Outlook: The Town will complete a study on retiree healthcare liabilities (otherwise know as OPEB -for Other
Post - Employment Benefits) in FY07, and propose a funding plan beginning with the FY09 budget. The OPEB
liability may be about as large as the original unfunded pension liability from several years ago. Federal and
State guidelines will soon establish parameters directing towns in the Commonwealth to address this long -term
situation.
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Employee Benefits
Expenses (Form C)
Group Health / Life Ins - 817
Summary: B1
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures (Revised)
Budget
Percent
Classification
FY - 2005
FY - 2006 FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Chance
Group Health Insurance
5,925,184
6,684,578 7,058,366
7,629,744
8.1%
Group Life Insurance
39,804
41,868 42,302
43,150
2.0%
Employee Assistance Program
3,791
3,812 3,895
3,975
2.1%
Professional Services
13,500
Actuarial Study - retiree health ins.
15,000
Totals
5,968,779
6,758,757 7,104,563
7,676,869
8.1%
Source of Funding %
% %
%
Water Fund 3.30%
196,821
3.15% 212,583 3.33% 236,791
2.42% 185,952
Sewer Fund 1.13%
67,313
1.03% 69,438 1.05% 74,440
1.00% 76,984
Electric Fund 9.41%
561,885
12.79% 864,709 13.03% 925,897
13.04% 1,000,791
Inspections revolving fund
0.27% 20,567
Add'1 Payment 4.20%
250,834
General Fund (Form A)
4,891,926
5,612,027 5,867,435
6,392,575
9.0%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Budget Summary (Form A)
Employee Benefits
Worker Compensation - 821
Summary: B2
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Commentary
Overview: The Water, Sewer, and Light Departments reimburse for their share of the Workers
Compensation program on an actuarial basis. Also the Town is still responsible for the medical expenses on
two worker compensation claims that occurred when the Town was self- insured.
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Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Budget Summary FY - 2005
FY - 2005
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B) 0
0
0
0
0.00 %a
Expenses (Form C) 234,504
284,939
236,804
278,685
17.69%
Totals 234,504
284,939
236,804
278,685
17.69%
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Commentary
Overview: The Water, Sewer, and Light Departments reimburse for their share of the Workers
Compensation program on an actuarial basis. Also the Town is still responsible for the medical expenses on
two worker compensation claims that occurred when the Town was self- insured.
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Employee Benefits
Expenses (Form C)
Worker Compensation - 821
Summary: B2
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual Budget
Recommended
Expenditures
Expenditures (Revised)
Budget
Percent
Classification
FY - 2005
FY - 2006 FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Insurance Premiums
314,200
354,314 333,527
355,078
.6.5%
Claims
12,441
15,000
100.0%
$
$ $
$
Totals
314,200
366,755 333,527
370,078
11.0%
Source of Funding
%
% % %
Water Fund
7%
21,477
6% 20,866 8% 26,682 6%
22,826
Sewer Fund
3%
8,684
2% 7,412 4% 13,341 3%
11,496
Electric Fund
16%
49,535
15% 53,538 17% 56,700 16%
57,071
Additional Payments
0%
0% 0% 0%
General Fund (Form A)
234,504
284,939 236,804
278,685
17.7%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Budget Summary (Form A)
Budget Summary.
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
Expenses(Form C)
Totals
Revenue and Staffnq
Revenues
Staffing
Commentary
Employee Benefits
Police / Fire Indemnification -131
Summary: B3
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
0
0
0
0
72,491
55,019
50,000
55,000
10.00%
72,491
55,019
50,000
55,000
10.00%
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
Overview: The Police and Fire Indemnification is for medical expenses related to sworn employees in
those Departments who are injured on the job or have been retired under an accidental disability. They are
not covered by the Workers Compensation Plan that covers all other Town, School, and Light Department
employees.
It is difficult to anticipate how many police or fire employees will be injured on the job and the severity of
those injuries. In the recent past, there have been some larger claims involving surgery & physical therapy.
The expenditures for Fiscal 2008 are not expected to exceed $55,000 based on the current injury claims.
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Employee Benefits
Expenses (Form C) Police / Fire Indemnification -131
Summary: B3
W
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Classification
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Indemnification - Police
37,925
23,496
25,000
27,500
10.0%
Indemnification - Fire
34,566
31,523
25,000
27,500
10.0%
Totals
72,491
55,019
50,000
55,000
10.0%
Source of Fundinq
%
%o
%
%
General Fund (Form A)
72,491
55,019
50,000
55,000
10.0%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Budget Summary (Form A)
Budget Summary
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
Expenses (Form C)
Totals
Revenue and Staffinq
Revenues
Staffing
Commentary
Employee Benefits
Contributory Retirement - 811
Summary: B4
Annual
Adopted
. Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
24,507
28,580
28,413
29,805
4,90%
2,382,587
2,435,271
2,508,426
2,565,922
2.29%
2,407,094
2,463,851
2,536,839
2,595,727
2.32%
0.8
0.8
0.9
0.9
0.00%
Overview: The pension assessment is going up 2.32 %. This assessment is based on an actuarial study
which is done every other year, with an update in the intervening years. The Reading Retirement Board and
the Commonwealth of MassachusettsPublic Employee Retirement Administration Commission (PERAC)
oversee the funding of this long -term obligation.
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
Employee Benefits
Contributory Retirement - 811
Summary: B4
all
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
(Revised)
FTE
Budget
Percent
Classification
#
FY - 2005
#
FY - 2006
#
FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Change
Board Administrator
0.8
34,672
0.8
40,469
0.9
41,120
0.9
43,460
5.7%
Totals
0.8
34,672
0.8
40,469
0.9
41,120
0.9
43,460
5.7%
Source of Funding
%
%
%
%
Water Fund
2.7% 950
2.7% 1,112
2.4%
971
2.4%
1,021
Sewer Fund
0.6% 212
0.6% 246
0.5%
202
0.5%
235
Electric Fund
25.4% 8,799
25.4% 10,286
27.9%
11,291
27.9%
12,121
Housing Authority
0.6% 204
0.6% 245
0.6%
243
0.6%
278
General Fund (Form A)
24,507
28,580
28,413
29,805
4.9%
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Town of Reading FY • 2008 Budget
Empioyee Benefits
Expenses (Form C)
Contributory Retirement - 811
Summary:
B4
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Classification
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Pension Assessment
3,364,241
3,427,266
3,645,125
3,720,044
2.1%
Administrative Expenses:
Postage
1,800
2,000
2,000
2,100
5.0%
Banking Services
1,300
1,300.
1,300
1,300
0.0%
Actuarial Valuation
1,000
12,500
2,000
14,000
600.0%
Office Supplies
650
750
750
700
-6.7%
Bonding Premium
800
1,000
0
100.0%
Travel Reimbursement
250
200
200
200
0.0%
Professional Development
550
500
500
500
0.0%
Dues and Membership
200
200
200
200
0.0%
Legal Expenses
3,500
2,500
3,000
20.0%
Totals
3,370,791
3,448,216
3,655,575
3,742,044
2.4%
Source of Funding
%
%
%
%
Water Fund
2.7%
92,401
2.7%
94,681
2.4 % 85,942
2.4% 87,938
Sewer Fund
0.6%
20,621
0.6%
21,069
0.5% 19,900
0.5% 20,207
Electric Fund
25.4%
855,386
25.4%
876,440
27.9% 1,018,085
27.9% 1,043,656
Housing Authority
0.6%
19,796
0.6%
20,755
0.6% 23,222
0.6% 24,321
General Fund (Form A)
2,382,587
2,435,271
2,508,426
2,565,922
2.3%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Budget Summary (Form A)
Employee Benefits
Non - contributory Pensions - 813
Summary: B5
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Commentary
Overview: This benefit is available to all employees who worked for the Town prior to 1936 because they
were employed prior to the current retirement system as it exists today. The number of people in this
category is stable and is not expected to increase.
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Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Budget Summary FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B) 0
0
0
0
Expenses (Form C) 88,683
99,258
100,600
102,681
2.070/c
Totals 88,683
99,258
100,600
102,681
2.070/c
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Commentary
Overview: This benefit is available to all employees who worked for the Town prior to 1936 because they
were employed prior to the current retirement system as it exists today. The number of people in this
category is stable and is not expected to increase.
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Expenses(Form C)
Classification
Pensions
Totals 97,573 99,258 100,600 102,681 2.1%
Source of Funding % % %
Electric Fund 9.1% 8,890 0.0%
General Fund (Form A) 88,683 99,258 100,600 102,681 2.1%
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Employee Benefits
Non- contributory Pensions - 813
Summary: B5
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual Budget Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures (Revised) Budget
Percent
FY - 2005
FY - 2006 FY - 2007 FY - 2008
Chanae
97,573
99,258 100,600 102,681
2.1%
Totals 97,573 99,258 100,600 102,681 2.1%
Source of Funding % % %
Electric Fund 9.1% 8,890 0.0%
General Fund (Form A) 88,683 99,258 100,600 102,681 2.1%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Budget Summary (Form A)
Employee Benefits
Medicare / Soc Security - 819
Summary: B6
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Commentary
Overview: Employees hired after March 31, 1986 are eligible for Medicare With the retirement of long
term teachers and Town employees who do not have Medicare deductions being replaced by those that do,
the cost of Medicare continues to grow. Medicare is .0145% of eligible payroll, so increases in salaries also
add to the increases in the Medicare budget.
Changes: Beginning in FY08, the Town will no longer offer Social Security to part-time employees. Instead,
these employees will have their own personalized retirement accounts, as the full -time work force does.
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Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Budget Summary FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B) 0
0
0
0
Expenses (Form C) 532,054
573,934
542,410
446,772
- 17.63%
Totals 532,054
573,934
542,410
446,772
- 17.63%
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Commentary
Overview: Employees hired after March 31, 1986 are eligible for Medicare With the retirement of long
term teachers and Town employees who do not have Medicare deductions being replaced by those that do,
the cost of Medicare continues to grow. Medicare is .0145% of eligible payroll, so increases in salaries also
add to the increases in the Medicare budget.
Changes: Beginning in FY08, the Town will no longer offer Social Security to part-time employees. Instead,
these employees will have their own personalized retirement accounts, as the full -time work force does.
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Employee Benefits
Expenses (Form C)
Medicare I Soc Security - 819
Summary: B6
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures (Revised)
Budget
Percent
Classification
FY - 2005
FY - 2006 FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Chan e
Medicare I Social Security
536,704
578,724 548,000
452,800
- 17.4%
Totals
536,704
578,724 548,000
452,800
-17.4%
Source of Funding %
% %
%
Water Fund 0.79%
4,225
0.75% 4,352 o.9o% 4,932
1.20% 5,425
Sewer Fund 0.08%
425
0.08% 438 0.12% 658
0.13% 603
General Fund (Form A)
532,054
573,934 542,410
446,772
-17.6%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Employee Benefits
Budget Summary (Form A) Unemployment - 815
Summary: B7
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Commentary
Overview. The proposed budget is based on tracking of unemployment costs for the current year. The
budget for FY07 reflected the change in the hiring process in Public Works from contract labor to long -term
seasonal employees. That hiring process is scheduled to continue in FY08.
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Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Budget Summary FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B) 0
0
0
0
Expenses (Form C) 42,902
30,727
50,000
40,000
- 20.000/c
Totals 42,902
30,727
50,000
40,000
- 20.000/c
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Commentary
Overview. The proposed budget is based on tracking of unemployment costs for the current year. The
budget for FY07 reflected the change in the hiring process in Public Works from contract labor to long -term
seasonal employees. That hiring process is scheduled to continue in FY08.
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Expenses(Form C)
Employee Benefits
Unemployment - 815
Summary: B7
67
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Classification
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Unemployment Payments
42,902
30,727
50,000
40,000
- 20.0%
Totals
42,902
30,727
50,000
40,000
-20.0%
Source of Funding
%
%
%o
%
General Fund (Form A)
42,902
30,727
50,000
40,000
- 20.0%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Debt Service
Budget Summary (Form A) Debt Service - 710
Summary: D1 &D2
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: The Town has several moderate -sized new capital projects for FY08 that are
large enough as to require debt - financing. A, total of $77,100 for interest costs on short-term Bond
Anticipation Notes (BANs) is budgeted for in FY08 for the following projects: Financial Platform; Pumper
Engine; tennis court renovation; and field work at a middle school.
Overview: In addition to the above new projects, the Town already has $6,517,357 in existing debt
obligations (excluding debt for the enterprise funds). Of this total, $2,795,878 is to be repaid outside the tax
levy for the RMHS debt exclusion. (Town residents bear the full cost of this debt exclusion today, but once
the audit is'complete and MSBA reimbursement begins - in or before FYI - the portion paid by resident will
drop.sharply). The remaining $3,721,479 must be paid for inside the tax levy, and consists.of $2,592,000 in
principal payments and $1,129,479 in interest payments.
Changes: BAN financing is expected to be used to finance the moderate -sized capital projects in FY08 and
FY09. Permanent financing in time for FYI will take advantage of the decline in existing debt service in
that year. FINCOM has adopted a model for debt & capital that will insulate Town department budgets from
any changes in debt service obligations paid inside the tax levy.
Outlook: The debt service is projected to decline, even considering new debt that is contemplated.
Strategically, the use of debt for projects paid inside the tax levy will be constrained in the future, and when
coupled with declining existing debt service will allow more 'cash capital' projects.
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Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Budget Summary FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B) 0
0
0
0
Expenses (Form C) 6,723,348
6,816,399
6,799,259
6,594,457
- 3.01%
Totals 6,723,348
6,816,399
6,799,259
6,594,457
- 3.01%
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: The Town has several moderate -sized new capital projects for FY08 that are
large enough as to require debt - financing. A, total of $77,100 for interest costs on short-term Bond
Anticipation Notes (BANs) is budgeted for in FY08 for the following projects: Financial Platform; Pumper
Engine; tennis court renovation; and field work at a middle school.
Overview: In addition to the above new projects, the Town already has $6,517,357 in existing debt
obligations (excluding debt for the enterprise funds). Of this total, $2,795,878 is to be repaid outside the tax
levy for the RMHS debt exclusion. (Town residents bear the full cost of this debt exclusion today, but once
the audit is'complete and MSBA reimbursement begins - in or before FYI - the portion paid by resident will
drop.sharply). The remaining $3,721,479 must be paid for inside the tax levy, and consists.of $2,592,000 in
principal payments and $1,129,479 in interest payments.
Changes: BAN financing is expected to be used to finance the moderate -sized capital projects in FY08 and
FY09. Permanent financing in time for FYI will take advantage of the decline in existing debt service in
that year. FINCOM has adopted a model for debt & capital that will insulate Town department budgets from
any changes in debt service obligations paid inside the tax levy.
Outlook: The debt service is projected to decline, even considering new debt that is contemplated.
Strategically, the use of debt for projects paid inside the tax levy will be constrained in the future, and when
coupled with declining existing debt service will allow more 'cash capital' projects.
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Debt Service
Expenses (Form C) Debt Service - 710
Summary: D1 &D2
.•
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Classification
FY -2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
General Fund:
Repayment of Principal:
Within Levy Limit
2,359,000
2,580,000
2,565,000
2,592,000
1:1%
Debt Exclusion
980,000
1,305,000
1,345,000
1,442,000
7.2%
Interest on Long -Term Debt:
Within Levy Limit
1,222,830
1,386,308
1,261,204
1,129,479
- 10.4%
Debt Exclusion
1,670,870
1,376,696
1,331,854
1,353,878
1.7%
Interest onTemporary Debt:
Within Levy Limit
215,855
187,106
182,178
77,100
-57.7%
Debt Exclusion
74,044
61,399
24,996
- 100.0%
Retirement of Debt (B.A,N.S,)
Within Levy Limit
117,500
Debt Exclusion
150,000
Interest on Refunded Taxes
7,781
19,891
5,351
- 100.0%
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Water Fund:
Interest onTemporary Debt
48,622
46,529
141,706
- 100.0%
Retirement of Debt (B.A.N.S.)
170,000
526,000
- 100.0%
Interest on Long Term Debt
64,306
172,671
549,579
218.3%
Repayment of Principal
100,000
100,000
756,000
656.0%
Sewer Fund:
Interest on Long Term Debt
23,725
100.0%
Repayment of Principal
83,677
83,677
156,677
87.2%
Debt Service Issuance Costs
. 43,198
9,740
Totals
7,059,700
7,220,651
7,739,636
8,080,438
4.4%
Source of Funding
%
%
%
%
Water Fund
3.1% 218,622
4.3% 310,835
12.2% 940,377
16.2% 1,305,579
Sewer Fund
0.0% 0
1.2% 83,677
0.0% 0
2.2% 180,402
Bond Premium
1.7% 117,730
01% 9,740
General Fund (Form A)
6,723,348
6,816,399
6,799,259
6,594,457
-3.0%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Accounting
Budget Summary (Form A)
Accounting -
025
Summary: M1
&M2
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Budget Summary
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
114,785
126,948
116,796
118,255
1.25%
Expenses (Form C)
814
578
.1,295
1,272
-1.76%
Totals
115,599
127,527
118,091
119,527
1.22%
Revenue and Staffinq
Revenues
Staffing 2.5 2.5 2.5 2,5 0.00%
Commentary
FY08 Signfcant Additions: None.
Overview: The Accounting Department is responsible for maintaining financial records that facilitate the
preparation of financial reports and schedules that provide meaningful, accurate information for
comparability and for management's decision making process. The Accounting Department ensures that
financial transactions are in compliance with legal requirements and are properly recorded on a timely
basis.
Changes: No significant changes are anticipated in accounting department personnel or expenses over
the next few years, although we may require temporary help and overtime when new financial software is
implemented.
Outlook: An internal review of the financial software has been completed. This is an integrated system that
encompasses accounting, treasury, collection, payroll, human resources, school purchase orders and
encumbranding, billing for water, sewer, storm water and ambulance. Changing systems could involve a
substantial investment in software licenses and installation within a few years.
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
Accounting
Accounting - 025
Summary: M1
71
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One year
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
(Revised)
FTE
Budget
Percent
Classification
#
FY - 2005
#
FY - 2006
#
FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Chanae
Town Accountant
1.0
78,143
1.0
90,662
1.0
86,678
1.0
88,753
2.4%
Asst. Town Accountant
0.1
4,322
0.1
3,840
0.1
4,569
0.1
5,037
10.2%
Administrative Assistant
0.6
21,081
0.6
21,762
0.6
22,628
0.6
23,703
4.8%
Account Clerk
0.8
24,414
0.8
24,461
0.8
25,834
0.8
26,475
.2.5%
Temporary Position
2,680
3,248
Totals
2.5
130,640
2.5
143,972
2.5
139,709
2.5
143,968
3.0%
Source of Funding
%
%
%
%
Water Fund
3.0% 3,964
3.0% 4,256
4.8%
6,706
6.3% 9,084
Sewer Fund
3.0% 3,964
3.0% 4,256
5.6%
7,824
5.6% 7,990
Electric Fund
6.1% 7,927
5.9% 8,512
6.0%
8,383
6.0% 8,638
General Fund (Form A)
114,785
126,948
116,796
118,255
1.2%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Accounting
Expenses (Form C)
Accounting - 025
Summary:
M2
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Classification
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
EquipmentlSupplies
Supplies
193
187
350
350
0.0%
Education
Professional Development
577
474
900
900
0.0%
Travel Reimbursement
228
106
300
300
0.0%
Totals
998
766
1,550
1,550
0.0%
Source of Funding
%
%
%
%
Water Fund
3.0
45
3.0
47 4.8%
74
6.3% 98
Sewer Fund
3.0
45
3.0
47 5.6%
87
5.6% 87
Electric Fund
6.0
94
6.0
94 6.0%
94
6.0% 93
$
$
$
$
General Fund (Farm A)
814
578
1,295
1,272
-1.8%
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Budget Summary (Form A)
Finance
Human Resources - 042
Summary: N1 &N2
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 0,00%
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None.
Overview: The Human Resources Division provides support for both the Town and School employees, as
well as retirees. These services include retirement benefits, medical benefits, financial and other personnel
matters.
Changes: Expenses such as Advertising and Medical Services are primarily driven by the turnover of
employees.
Outlook: The Town has had increasing difficulty in hiring replacements caused by staff turnover (especially
retirements of long- serving employees). For the past 22 years, H.R, staff have conducted compensation
surveys every two years, based on a model done by a consultant for the Town in 1986. Another such
outside survey by a consultant will be proposed in a future budget. It is further suggested that the time
between outside reviews be shortened from over 20 years to 10 years, to ensure that the Town keeps
abreast of trends in the broader municipal marketplace.
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Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Budget Summary
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
43,487
47,508
47,989
49,180
2.48%
Expenses (Form C)
40,901
14,821
14,807
15,856
7.09%
Totals
84,388
62,329
62,796
65,036
3,57%
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 0,00%
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None.
Overview: The Human Resources Division provides support for both the Town and School employees, as
well as retirees. These services include retirement benefits, medical benefits, financial and other personnel
matters.
Changes: Expenses such as Advertising and Medical Services are primarily driven by the turnover of
employees.
Outlook: The Town has had increasing difficulty in hiring replacements caused by staff turnover (especially
retirements of long- serving employees). For the past 22 years, H.R, staff have conducted compensation
surveys every two years, based on a model done by a consultant for the Town in 1986. Another such
outside survey by a consultant will be proposed in a future budget. It is further suggested that the time
between outside reviews be shortened from over 20 years to 10 years, to ensure that the Town keeps
abreast of trends in the broader municipal marketplace.
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Finance
Salaries and Wages (Form B) Human Resources - 042
Summary: N1
74
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
(Revised)
FTE
Budget
Percent
Classification
#
FY - 2005
#
FY - 2006
#
FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Change
Human Resources Admin.
1.0
55,084
1.0
58,940
1.0
61,055
1.0
63,795
4.5%
Totals
1.0
55,084
1.0
58,940
1.0
61,055
1.0
63,795
4.5%
Source of Funding
%
%
%
%
Water Fund
5% 2,761
5% 2,722
4.8% 2,931
6.3% 4,025
Sewer Fund
5% 2,761
5% 2,722
5.6% 3,419
5.6% 3,573
Electric Fund
11% 6,075
10% 5,988
11.0% 6,716
11.0% 7,017
General Fund (Form A)
43,487
47,508
47,989
49,180
2.5%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Expenses(Form C)
Actual
Expenditures
Classification FY - 2005
$
Education
Professional Development 1,690
(moved to Finance General budget)
Finance
Human Resources - 042
Summary: N2
Annual
Adopted
Actual Budget
Expenditures (Revised)
FY - 2006 FY - 2007
Recommended One Year
Budget Percent
FY - 2008 Change
Outsourced
Advertising
18,450
8,655
9,000
9,000
0.0 %a
Medical Services
8,806
8,118
6,500
8,000
23.1%
Printing
775
650
1,025
1,000
-2.4%
Consulting Services
1
16,800
(300)
Totals
43,141
17,123
16,525
18,000
8.9%
Source of Funding
%
% %
%
Water Fund
2.6% 1,120
6.7% 1,151 4.8%
793
6.3 % 1,136
Sewer Fund
2.6 % 1,120
6.7% 1,151 5.6%
925
5.6 % 1,008
Electric Fund
General Fund (Form A)
40,901
14,821
14,807
15,856
7.1%
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Finance
Budget Summary (Form A)
Technology - 045
Summary:
N3 & N4
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Budget Summary
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B),
107,528
113,923
137,546
137,273
-0.20%
Expenses (Form C)
120,655
138,214
142,604
143,622
0.71%
Totals
228,183
252,137
280,150
280,895
0.27%
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 2.5 2.5 3.0 3.0 0.00%
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None
Overview: The Technology Division regularly interacts with all aspects of Reading'sTown government. It provides
centralized computer network and telecommunications services, as well as distributed software and personal
computer support. In addition, this division also provides extensive GIS mapping support for a wide variety of uses
within the Town.
Changes: The telephone budget reflects the actual cost. The new pbx system will reduce the annual telephone
budget below recent levels, beginning in FY09. Contractual services reflect an increase in Internet bandwidth. The
new municipal webpage will require upgrading and maintenance. Software training will be offered to all Town staff.
Purchases of personal computers for all municipal departments will be centralized in this budget - previously these
items had been variously categorized as capital or expenses.
Outlook: A review of the Town's financial technology systems is currently nearing completion, led by the Town.
Accountant, the School Department Director of Human Resources & Finance, the Treasurer /Collector and the
Technology Administrator. An update of these old financial systems is a part of the FY2008 capital improvement
program, -and is expected to be debt - financed over ten years. In addition, this technology division budget will
eventually bear the annual license fee - a figure expected to exceed $75,000 once a new system is fully installed.
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Finance
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
Technology - 045
Summary:
N3
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
(Revised)
FTE
Budget
Percent
Classification
#
FY - 2005
#
FY - 2006
#
FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Change
$
$
$.
$
Technology Administrator
1.0
68,238
1.0
70,149
1.0
71,838
1.0
73,485
2.3%
Technology Coordinator
1.0
54,027
1.0
56,180
1.0
58,247.
1.0
60,840
4.5%
GIS Coordinator
0.5
24,674
0.5
27,801
1.0
53,800
1.0
56,200
4.5%
Totals
2.5
146,939
2.5
154,130
3.0
183,885
3.0
190,525
3.6%
Source of Funding
%
%
%
%
Water Fund
10%15,158
10% 15,464
8.9%
16,366
11.6% 22,158
Sewer Fund
10% 15,158
10% 15,464
10.3%
18,940
10.3% 19,662
Electric Fund
6% 9,095
6% 9,279
6.0%
11,033
6.0% 11,432
General Fund (Form A)
107,528
113,923
137,546
137,273
-0.2%
i
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Expenses(Form C)
Classification
Equipment & Supplies
Finance
Technology - 045
Summary: N4
Actual Actual
Expenditures Expenditures
FY - 2005 FY - 2006
Annual
Adopted
Budget Recommended One Year
(Revised) Budget Percent
FY - 2007 FY - 2008 Chance
Equipment*
5,968
13,000
30,000
40,000
33.3%
Maintenance of Equipment
11,648
3,992
11,500
11,500
0.0%
General Supplies
23,670
23,884
25,000
25,000
0.0%
GIS Supplies
7,660
4,412
8,000
7,000
- 12.5 %
*Includes PCs previously classified as capital expenses
Outsourced
Telephone
73,108
86,605
75,000
85,000
13.30/.
Computer License Fees
10,310
12,900
14,310
20,000
39.8%
Contractual Services
6,042
11,899
10,000
12,000
20.0%
Totals 138,406 156,692 173,810 200,500 15.4%
Source of Fundinq % % % %
Water Fund 5.0% 7,050 4.6% 7,265 8.9% 12,799 11.6% 23,667
Sewer Fund 5.0% 7,050 4.6% 7,265 10.3% 14,812 10.3% 21,001
Electric Fund 2.6% 3,651 2.5% 3,948 2.5% 3,595 6.0% 12,210
General Fund (Form A) 120,655 138,214 142,604 143,622 0.7%
22- Mar -07
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Budget Summary (Form A)
Finance
Finance Committee - 021
Summary: N5 & N6
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None
Overview:. The Finance Committee budget is primarily for the Reserve Fund. This figure has not increased
for a number of years, but depending upon budget stability, the $150,000 appears to be adequate.
Changes: The cost of the recording secretary will now be fully absorbed by this budget. Previously, the cost
was shared with Community Services.
Outlook: The cost of the audit reflects the multi -year agreement for the audit, following the bid process
conducted by the Audit Committee.
22 -Mar -07
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Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Budget Summary FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B) 603
405
1,000
1,250
.25.00%
Expenses (Form C) 34,245
39,350
40,396
41,960
3.87%
Totals 34,848
39,755
41,396
43,210
4.38%
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None
Overview:. The Finance Committee budget is primarily for the Reserve Fund. This figure has not increased
for a number of years, but depending upon budget stability, the $150,000 appears to be adequate.
Changes: The cost of the recording secretary will now be fully absorbed by this budget. Previously, the cost
was shared with Community Services.
Outlook: The cost of the audit reflects the multi -year agreement for the audit, following the bid process
conducted by the Audit Committee.
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Salaries and Wages (Form 8)
Finance
Finance Committee - 021
Summary: N5
22-Mar-07
M.
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
FTE Expenditures
FTE Expenditures
FTE (Revised)
FTE Budget
Percent
Classification
# FY - 2005
# FY - 2006
# FY - 2007
# FY - 2008
2M,
Recording Secretary
603
405
1,000
1,250
25.0%
Totals
0.0 603
0.0 405
0.0 1,000
0.0 1,250
25.0%
Source of Funding
%
%
%
%
General Fund (Form A)
603
405
1,000
1,250
25.0%
22-Mar-07
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Finance
Expenses (Form C)
Finance Committee - 021
Summary:
N6
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Classification
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Education
Professional Development
245
250
750
500
-33.3%
Outsourced
Financial Audit
40,000
46,000
47,000
50,000
6.4%
Totals
40,245
46,250
47,750
50,500
5.8%
Source of Funding
%
%
%
00
Water Fund
5% 2,000
5% 2,300
4.8% 2,292
6.3% 3,187
Sewer Fund
5% 2,000
5% 2,300
5.6% 2,674
5.6% 2,828
Electric Fund
5% 2,000
5% 2,300
5.0% 2,388
.5.0% 2,525
General Fund (Form A)
34,245
39,350
40,396
41,960
3.9%
22 -Mar -07
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Finance
Budget Summary (Form A)
Assessment - 031
Summary:
N7 & N8
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Budget Summary
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
103,605
125,649
133,752
140,350
4.93%
Expenses (Form C)
35,899
31,010
37,450
15,400
- 58.88%
Totals
139,504
156,659
171,202
155,750
-9.03%
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 2.0 2.0 2.5 2.5 0.00%
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None.
Overview: Economic development in the Town continues to strain resources in this division. Because of recent
activity in both commercial and residential property, the number and complexity of building permit inspections
have increased.
Changes: The Assessors hired a new part -time Associate Appraiser in FY2006 in order to keep up with the
State's requirement for additional real estate data recollection and to maintain assessment information in
compliance with the Department of Revenue's guidelines. In FY07, the personal property recollection
requirement was met with an outside consultant.
Outlook: The Board of Assessors recommends that the part -time Associate Appraiser position become a full -
time position, with full benefits. This would eliminate the need for outside resources, and allow for a more
updated personal property inventory leading to better annual collections. Implementation of the Downtown
Improvements Plan are expected to impact the FY09 budget at the earliest.
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
I
Finance
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
Assessment - 031
Summary:
N7
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
(Revised)
FTE
Budget
Percent
Classification
#
FY - 2005
#
FY - 2006
#
FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Chan e
Appraiser
1.0
67,458
1.0
70,149
1.0
71,838
1.0
73,485
2.3%
Assistant Appraiser
1.0
36,147
1.0
55,500
1.0
43,914
1.0
45,865
4.4%
Associate Appraiser
l
0.5
18,000
0.5
21,000
16.7%
$
$
$
$
Totals
2.0
103,605
2.0
125,649
2.5
133,752
2.5
140,350
4.9%
Source of Funding
%
%
%
%
General Fund (Form A)
103,605
125,649
133,752
140,350
4.9%
22 -Mar -07
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Finance
Expenses (Form C) Assessment - 031
Summary: N8
`; i
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Classification
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Equipment & Supplies
Equipment Maintenance / Repair
1,500
1,500
1,600
1,800
12.5%
General Supplies
1,070
461
800
1,000
25.0%
Informational Hearings
5,954
5,000
0.0%
Pers. Prop. Cost Tables
1,500
0.0%
Education
Publications / Subscriptions
954
1,511
1,000
1,100
10.0%
Travel Reimbursement
270
1,501
650
1,500
130.8%
Outsourced
Personal Property Recollection
28,400
- 100.0%
Appraisal Services
24,651
26,038
5,000
5,000
0.0%
Recording Fees
Totals
35,899
31,010
37,450
15,400
-58.9%
Source of Funding
%
%
%
%
General Fund (Form A)
35,899
31,010
37,450
15,400
-58.9%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Finance
Budget Summary (Form A) General - 035
Summary: N9 & N10
Overview: The Finance Department supports a wide variety of financial and administrative functions. The Assistant
Town Manager /Finance Director is engaged in oversight of all financial functions, strategic planning, financial analysis,
budget co- ordination and special projects. The Treasurer /Collector is responsible for providing the cash for all Town and
School operations and for all borrowing and investing activities, as well as collecting all taxes and other charges. The
support staff are designed to be flexible and experienced in many functions (Assessments, Collections, Human
Resources, Town Clerk, Finance and Accounting) as work flows vary throughout the year.
Changes: None in FY2008. In mid -FY07, staff from the Town Clerk's office were added to this budget. Previous &
current budgets have been adjusted to reflect this change.
Outlook: The review of the accounting and financial systems is nearing completion. The results of this review will have a
substantial impact on the activities of this division, although the major budget impact will likely be borne by other
divisions.
( 22 -Mar -07
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Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Budget Summary
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
319,236
323,381
371,373
329,229
- 11.35%
Expenses (Form C)
49,235
59,896
63,838.
64,760
1.44%
Totals
368,471
383,277
435,211
393,989
-9.47%
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
43,856
40,000
-8.79%
Staffing
10.1
10.1
10.6
9.9
- 6.60%
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: A retirement and the subsequent creation
of the new position of Assistant Town
Clerk -
approved by Town Meeting in November 2006 - has shifted 0.6 FTE away from this division.
Overview: The Finance Department supports a wide variety of financial and administrative functions. The Assistant
Town Manager /Finance Director is engaged in oversight of all financial functions, strategic planning, financial analysis,
budget co- ordination and special projects. The Treasurer /Collector is responsible for providing the cash for all Town and
School operations and for all borrowing and investing activities, as well as collecting all taxes and other charges. The
support staff are designed to be flexible and experienced in many functions (Assessments, Collections, Human
Resources, Town Clerk, Finance and Accounting) as work flows vary throughout the year.
Changes: None in FY2008. In mid -FY07, staff from the Town Clerk's office were added to this budget. Previous &
current budgets have been adjusted to reflect this change.
Outlook: The review of the accounting and financial systems is nearing completion. The results of this review will have a
substantial impact on the activities of this division, although the major budget impact will likely be borne by other
divisions.
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Finance
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
Genera) - 035
Summary:
N9
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
(Revised)
FTE
Budget
Percent
Classification #
FY - 2005
#
FY - 2006
#
FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Change
Finance Director /Asst. TM 1.0
90,909
1.0
64,234
1.0
77,351
1.0
80,415
4.0%
Treasurer /Collector 1.0
44,422
1.0
58,878
1.0
61,916
1.0
64,324
3.9%
Asst. Treas. /Asst. Collector
79,711
2.0
83,303
2.0
86,561
3.9%
Administrative Assistants 3.0
103,814
3.0
36,410
1.0
37,920
7 1.0
34,457
-9.1%
Administrative Secretary 0.6
23,054
0.6
19,937
1.6
53,504
1.0
34,022
- 36.4%
Clerks 4.5
132,044
4.5
146,530
4.0
121,988
3.9
121,527
-0.4%
Overtime (out of grade)
1,802
1,700
2,750
2,750
0.0%
Sick leave & vacation buyback
17,150
- 100.0%
Overlap: Clerical Retirement
6,135
- 100.0%
Reduction in salary - retirement
(7,000)
- 100.0%
Totals 10.1
396,045
10.1
407,399
10.6
455,017
9.9
424,056
-6.8%
Source of Fundinq
%
%
%
%
Water Fund
5.6% 22,064
5.9% 24,093
5.2% 20,931
6.8^io 28,897
Sewer Fund
5.6% 22,064
5.9% 24,093
6,1% 24,400
6.0% 25,645
Electric Fund
8.3% 32,681
8.8% 35,832
9.6% 38,313
9.5 % 40,285
General Fund (Form A)
319,236
323,381
371,373
329,229
-11.3%
22- Mar -07
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Finance
Expenses (Form C)
General - 035
Summary:
N10
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Classification
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Equipment & Supplies
Postage
34,247
26,175
30,250
33,000
9.1%
General Supplies
4,587
21,650
6,770
6,900
1.9%
Education
Professional Development*
6,812
5,964
8,500
9,000
5,9%
Travel Reimbursement.
375
417
500
1,000
100.0%
Outsourced
Banking Services
15,316
13,076
22,000
20,000
-9.1%
Tax Title Services
f
5,558
11,842
11,000
13,500
22.7%
*updated to reflect Town Clerk, Technology, Assessors, H.R.
and General Finance divisions
Totals
66,895
79,124
79,020
83,400
5.5%
Source of Funding %p
% %
%
Water Fund 9.4%
6,000
8.0% 6,170 5.2%
3,799
6.8% 5,680
Sewer Fund 9.4%
6,000
6.0% 6,170 6.1%
4,429
6.0% 5,037
Electric Fund 8.9%
5,660
8.9% 6,888 9.5%
6,954
9.5% 7,923
General Fund (Form A)
49,235
59,896
63,838
64,760
1.4%
t
22 -Mar -07
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Finance
Budget Summary (Form A) Town Clerk - 051.
Summary: N11 &N12
Revenue and Staffinq
Revenues
Staffing 1.0 1.0 2.0 2.0 0.00%
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None.
Overview: Contractual services now includes maintaining the time stamp machine, subscription to the daily
newspaper, binding, rental of a safe deposit box, purchasing vital record paper for births, deaths, marriage
set by state standards and printing of annual reports for internal use.
Changes: In mid -FY07, the position of Assistant Town Clerk was added to this budget, replacing a clerk
from the General Finance division.
Outlook: Electronic document storage is being examined in conjunction with the redesign of the Town's
website, and the examination of a new finance and accounting system.
22 -Mar -07 {
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Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent '
Budget Summary FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B) 55,084
57,316
77,917
100,557
29.06%
Expenses (Form C) 486
1,216
1,125
1,500
33.33%
Totals 55,570
58,532
79,042
102,057
29.12%
Revenue and Staffinq
Revenues
Staffing 1.0 1.0 2.0 2.0 0.00%
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None.
Overview: Contractual services now includes maintaining the time stamp machine, subscription to the daily
newspaper, binding, rental of a safe deposit box, purchasing vital record paper for births, deaths, marriage
set by state standards and printing of annual reports for internal use.
Changes: In mid -FY07, the position of Assistant Town Clerk was added to this budget, replacing a clerk
from the General Finance division.
Outlook: Electronic document storage is being examined in conjunction with the redesign of the Town's
website, and the examination of a new finance and accounting system.
22 -Mar -07 {
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
i
Finance
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
Town Clerk - 051
Summary;
N11
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
(Revised)
FTE
Budget
Percent
Classification
#
FY - 2005
#
FY - 2006
#
FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Change
Town Clerk
1.0
55,084
1.0
57,316
1.0
59,417
1.0
62,053
4.4%
Assistant Town Clerk
i
1.0
18,500
1.0
38,504
108.1%
Totals
1.0
55,084
1.0
57,316
2.0
77,917
2.0
100,557
28.1%
Source of Funding
%
%
%
%
General Fund (Form A)
55,084
57,316
77,917
100,557
29.1%
22 -Mar -07
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Finance
{
Expenses (Form C)
Town Clerk - 051
Summary:
N12
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Classification
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Outsourced
Contractual Services
486
1,216
1,125
1,500
33.3%
Totals
486
1,216
1,125
1,500
33.3%
Source of Funding
%
%
%
%
General Fund (Form A)
486
1,216
1,125
1,500
33.3%
22 -Mar -07
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Budget Summary (Form A)
Budget Summary
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
Expenses(Form C)
Totals
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None.
Finance
Elections & Registration - 052
Summary: N13 & N14
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
32,797
12,152
35,665
18,885
- 47.06/6
25,466
22,722
40,702
24,700
-39.3%
$
$
$
$
58,263
34,874
76,367
43,585
-42.9%
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
Overview: Only two elections are scheduled for the Fiscal year: the combined Town election and
Presidential primary. The polling location is expected to return to the Reading Memorial High School field
house.
Changes: Costs are high for advertising warrants, and for advertising the bylaws and other actions of Town
Meeting. Additional expenses include rental of laptop with election results programming. The Help America
Vote Act (HAVA) requires a handicapped accessible voting machine - one per polling place.
Outlook: Any need for election reform on a national level causes some amount of uncertainty in this
budget. Technological advances may drive any large -scale reform efforts.
22 -Mar -07
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
Finance
Elections & Registration - 052
Summary: N13
92
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
FTE Expenditures
FTE Expenditures
FTE (Revised)
FTE Budget
Percent
Classification
# FY - 2005
# FY - 2006
# FY - 2007
# FY - 2008
Chanae
Registrars
1,527
1,612
1,550
1,700
9.7%
,Census
800
1,012
850
1,000
17.6%
Elections
29,915
8,575
32,265
14,885
-53.9%
Town Meeting
555
954
1,000
1,300
30.0%
Totals
0.0 32,797
0.0 12,152
0.0 35,665
0.0 18,885
-47.0%
Source of Fundin-q
%
%
%
%
General Fund (Form A)
32,797
12,152
35,665
18,885
-47.0%
22-Mar-07
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Finance
Expenses (Form C)
Elections & Registration -
052
Summary:
N14
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Classification
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Equipment & Supplies
Advertising
8,109
5,318
7,000
8,000
14.3%
Postage
920
725
740
700
-5.4%
Election change of address
3,700
0
- 100.0%
Elections Supplies
12,736
0
- 100.0%
Additional cost for HAVA
1,000
0
- 100.0%
Outsourced
Contractual Services:
Census
4,918
5,116
4,800
5,000
4.2%
Elections
17,559
7,159
12,043
8,500
- 29.4%
Town Meeting
1,242
4,405
6,225
6,500
4.4%
Totals
32,748
22,722
48,244
28,700
-40.5%
Source of Funding
%
%
%
%p
State Grant
7,282
7,542
4,000
- 47.0%
General Fund (Form A)
25,466
22,722
40,702
24,700
-39.3%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Budget Summary (Form A)
Budget Summer
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
Expenses(Form C)
Totals
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing
Commentary
Library - 611
Summary: P1 & P2
17.4 17.4 19:7 19.7 0.00%
FY08 Significant Additions: The FY08 Budget increases the materials budget to 15 %, to bring it into compliance for State Aid certification.
Overview: The current version of the FY08 Budget does not include funding for two requested increases:
• The Library Board of Trustees planned in FY08 to continue to reinstate library hours that were reduced in 2001. Four hours of service on Wednesday
evenings were reinstated in FY07 thanks to a budget compromise with the Finance Committee. The Trustees requested an additional $59,774, for
FY08. This would reinstate four hours of service and restore two children's programs that were eliminated in 2001.
- The current revision does not include funds for an additional 12 hours per week for a circulation technician at an annual cost of $9,734. Demands on
the circulation staff have grown dramatically due to steadily increasing circulation and Interlibrary Loan activity that has quadrupled in five years and
adds to the complexity and workload of the department.
Changes: Library services are increasingly multi- faceted and complicated. New technologies, specialized literacy and learning needs, and new
formats like electronic resources and MP3 players, are affecting the way the library serves the public. The faster pace and growing complexity of
modern life challenge the library to provide innovative services, information delivery, and public education. During the past year, the Reading Public
Library introduced new media formats; provided literacy training for parents, young children, and adults; offered basic and advanced computer classes;
launched a new program series for adults between the ages of 55 -75; and continued to offer outstanding core services for all ages and interests in the
community.
Outlook: The Library Trustees will continue to seek funding to restore a full pre -2001 schedule including Thursday mornings and Sunday afternoons.
Future budget proposals will also request additional funds for new technologies and staff training to help continue to provide excellent service to the
25 -Mar -07
M
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
694,342
749,744
836,527
872,976
4.36%
197,432
201,683
216,143
241,405
11.69%
891,774
951,427
1,052,670
1,114,381
5.86%
17.4 17.4 19:7 19.7 0.00%
FY08 Significant Additions: The FY08 Budget increases the materials budget to 15 %, to bring it into compliance for State Aid certification.
Overview: The current version of the FY08 Budget does not include funding for two requested increases:
• The Library Board of Trustees planned in FY08 to continue to reinstate library hours that were reduced in 2001. Four hours of service on Wednesday
evenings were reinstated in FY07 thanks to a budget compromise with the Finance Committee. The Trustees requested an additional $59,774, for
FY08. This would reinstate four hours of service and restore two children's programs that were eliminated in 2001.
- The current revision does not include funds for an additional 12 hours per week for a circulation technician at an annual cost of $9,734. Demands on
the circulation staff have grown dramatically due to steadily increasing circulation and Interlibrary Loan activity that has quadrupled in five years and
adds to the complexity and workload of the department.
Changes: Library services are increasingly multi- faceted and complicated. New technologies, specialized literacy and learning needs, and new
formats like electronic resources and MP3 players, are affecting the way the library serves the public. The faster pace and growing complexity of
modern life challenge the library to provide innovative services, information delivery, and public education. During the past year, the Reading Public
Library introduced new media formats; provided literacy training for parents, young children, and adults; offered basic and advanced computer classes;
launched a new program series for adults between the ages of 55 -75; and continued to offer outstanding core services for all ages and interests in the
community.
Outlook: The Library Trustees will continue to seek funding to restore a full pre -2001 schedule including Thursday mornings and Sunday afternoons.
Future budget proposals will also request additional funds for new technologies and staff training to help continue to provide excellent service to the
25 -Mar -07
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Library
i
Salaries and Wages (Form B) Library - 611
Summary: P1
Am
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
(Revised)
FTE
Budget
Percent
Classification
#
FY - 2005
#
FY - 2006
#
FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Change
Director
1.0
63,307
1.0
68,666
1.0
73,116
1.0
76,041
4.0%
Assistant Director
1.0
19,872
1.0
56,180
1.0
60,254
1.0
62,664
4.0%
Technical Secretary
0.7
23,763
0.7
23,836
0.7
25,183
0.7
26,064
3.5%
Division Heads
4.0
190,116
4.0
198,226
4.0
210,262
4.0
218,672
4.0%
Librarians
4.2
217,861
4.2
220,615
5.1
267,459
5.1
278,157
4.0%
Senior Library Associate
0.7
22,977
0.7
22,441
0.6
23,405
0.6
24,224
3.5%
Library Associates
0.7
21,959
0.7
23,163
0.7
25,982
0.7
27,021
4.0%
Senior Library Technician
0.4
11,941
0.4
12,417
0.5
14,342
0.5
14,843
3.5%
Library Technicians
2.4
82,597
2.4
83,929
3.4
90,132
3.4
93,737
4.0%
Pages .
2.3
39,949
2.3
40,272
2.7
46,392
2.7
48,248
4.0%
Sick Leave Buy Back
One add'I work day FY08
3,305
100.0%
(x .0038)
Totals
17.4
694,342
17.4
749,744
19.7
836,527
19.7
872,976
4.4%
Source of Funding
%o
%
%
%
General Fund (Form A)
694,342
749,744
836,527
872,976
4.4%
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Library Budget
Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Library
Expenses (Form C)
Library- 611
Summary:
P2
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Classification
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Equipment & Supplies
Materials
136,168
138,747
143,361
167,160
16.6%
Circulation Supplies
8,531
8,700
2.0%
Office Supplies
10,017
13,138
6,100
6,225
2.0%
Equipment Maintenance
3,260
547
3,734
3,810
2.0%
Education
Professional Development
1,388
2,542
2,542
2,600
2.3%
Travel Reimbursement
812
759
2,093
2,135
2.0%
Outsourced
NOBLE
45,787
45,951
49,782
50,775
2.0%
Totals
197,432
201,683
216,143
241,405
11.7%
Source of Funding
%
% %
%
General Fund (Form A)
197,432
201,683
216,143
241,405
11.7%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Community Services
Budget Summary (Form A)
Conservation - 061
Summary: Q1
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures (Revised)
Budget
Percent
Budget Summary FY - 2005
FY - 2006 FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B) 38,771
47,380 48,856
47,107
-3.58%
Expenses(Form C) 0
0 0
0
Totals 38,771
47,380 48,856
47,107
-3.58%
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None.
Overview: Conservation oversees the potential environmental impacts of any development activities in
Town.
Changes: None.
Outlook: The Conservation Wetlands Fund is used to offset a portion of the salary for the Conservation
Administrator.
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Community Services
Salaries and Wages (Form B) Conservation - 061
Summary: Q1
•-0
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
(Revised)
FTE
Budget
Percent
Classification
#
FY - 2005
#
FY - 2006
#
FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Change
Conservation Administrator
1.0
47,156
1.0
47,380
1.0
50,856
1.0
53,107
4.4%
C
$
$
$
$
Totals
1.0
47,156
1.0
47,380
1.0
50,856
1.0
53,107
4.4%
Source of Funding
%
%
Wetland Protection Funds
8,385
2,000
6,000
General Fund (Form A)
38,771
47,380
48,856
47,107
-3.6%
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•-0
Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Budget Summary (Form A)
Community Services
Zoning Board of Appeals - 066
Summary: Q2
25- Mar -07
• •
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget Recommended One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised) Budget Percent
Budget Summary FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007 FY - 2008 Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B) 1,137
1,444
0 0
Expenses(Form C) 0
0
0 0
$
$ $
$
Totals 1,137
1,444
0 0
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 0.1
0.0
0.0 0.0
i,
Commentary
FY08 significant Additions: None
Overview: This budget has been for the cost of a recording secretary for the
ZBA. The budget for this item
is now transferred to the Community Services Salary Overtime account, and
this budget therefore no longer
needs to be funded as a separate item.
25- Mar -07
• •
Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Community Services
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
Zoning Board of Appeals - 066
Summary: Q2
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual Budget
Recommended One Year
FTE
Expenditures
FTE Expenditures FTE (Revised) FTE
Budget Percent
Classification
#
FY - 2005
# FY - 2006 # FY - 2007 #
FY - 2008 Change
Recording Secretary
0.1
1,137
1,444 0.0 0 0.0
0
$
$ $
$
Totals
0.1
1,137
0.0 1,444 0.0 0 0.0
0
Source of Funding
%
% %
%
General Fund (Form A)
1,137
1,444 0
0
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100
Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Budget Summary (Form A)
Community Services
Historical Commission - 681
Summary: Q3
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None
Overview. The Historical Commission has a fund (in addition to Town funding) to provide them with the
resources needed if there is any major historical documentation projects to be undertaken.
Changes: None
Outlook: Several adaptive re -use projects are anticipated - primarily the re -use for condos of the Pierce
Organ Factory off of Salem Street.
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101
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Budget Summate
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
0
0
0
0
Expenses (Form C)
943
1,001
1,000
1,000
0.00%
$
$
$
$
Totals
943
1,001
1,000
1,000
0.001/1C
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None
Overview. The Historical Commission has a fund (in addition to Town funding) to provide them with the
resources needed if there is any major historical documentation projects to be undertaken.
Changes: None
Outlook: Several adaptive re -use projects are anticipated - primarily the re -use for condos of the Pierce
Organ Factory off of Salem Street.
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101
Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Expenses(Form C)
Community Services
Historical Commission - 681
Summary: Q3
"
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Classification
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Equipment & Supplies
Supplies
943
1,001
1,000
1,000
0.0%
Totals
943
1,001
1,000
1,000
0.0%
Source of Funding
%o
%o
%
%
General Fund (Form A)
943
1,001
1,000
1,000
0.0%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Community Services
Budget Summary (Form A) Inspectors - 141
Summary: Q4
Revenue and Staffinq
Revenues
Staffing 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.1
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None.
Overview: The Assistant Building Inspector's position continues to be paid from the revolving fund(s) that
have been set up with the proceeds of building permit fees from major projects. All expenses are included
in the General Department budget.
Changes: No changes this year.
Outlook: The Assistant Inspector position is crucial to doing a proper job of inspection on routine matters
as well as the major projects currently under construction and projected to be in construction for at least the
next couple of years. Additionally the Assistant Building Inspector is able to provide Zoning Enforcement.
These ongoing projects include:
- Completion of Reading Memorial High School
- Johnson Farms (160 units of condominiums)
- Stop and Shop
- Hallmark Health offices
- completion of Nordic tenancy
-128 Marketplace
- Bertucci's and Longhorne Steak House
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103
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Budget Summary FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B) 104,094
106,284
109,973
113,874
3.55 %
Expenses(Form C) 0
0
0
0
Totals 104,094
106,284
109,973
113,874
3.55%
Revenue and Staffinq
Revenues
Staffing 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.1
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None.
Overview: The Assistant Building Inspector's position continues to be paid from the revolving fund(s) that
have been set up with the proceeds of building permit fees from major projects. All expenses are included
in the General Department budget.
Changes: No changes this year.
Outlook: The Assistant Inspector position is crucial to doing a proper job of inspection on routine matters
as well as the major projects currently under construction and projected to be in construction for at least the
next couple of years. Additionally the Assistant Building Inspector is able to provide Zoning Enforcement.
These ongoing projects include:
- Completion of Reading Memorial High School
- Johnson Farms (160 units of condominiums)
- Stop and Shop
- Hallmark Health offices
- completion of Nordic tenancy
-128 Marketplace
- Bertucci's and Longhorne Steak House
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Community Services
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
Inspectors -141
Summary: Q4
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
Expenditures FTE
(Revised)
FTE
Budget
Percent
Classification
#
FY - 2005
#
FY - 2006 #
FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Change
Building Inspector
1.0
60,115
1.0
62,562 1.0
64,837
1.0
67,730
4.5%
Assistant Bldg. Inspector
1.0
42,259
1.0
32,320 1.0
46,078
1.0
52,070
13.0%
Gas / Plumbing Inspector
0.5
21,476
0.5
23,301 0.5
22,318
0.5
22,822
2.3%
Wiring Inspector
0.5
21,906
0.5
22,601 0.5
22,318
0.5
22,822
2.3%
Alternate Inspector
0.1
2,642
0.1
2,500 0.1
500
0.1
500
0.0%
Totals
3.1
148,398
3.1
143,284 3.1
156,051
3.1
165,944
6.3%
Source of Funding
%
% %
%
Revolving Fund(s)
30% 44,304
26% 37,000 30%
46,078
31%52,070
General Fund (Form A)
104,094
106,284
109,973
113,874
3.5%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Community Services
Budget Summary (Form A) Planning - 065
Summary: Q5
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 1.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 50.00%
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: A new town planner will be hired as a department head. In addition, a junior planner will be
hired and funded by the inspections revolving fund.
Overview: The Town is going through a minor building boom, and the work of the Planning Division is very busy. The
recently approved Master Plan carries with it a large workload to implement key areas including Affordable Housing and
Economic development. All expenses are included in the General Department budget.
Changes: Demand on staff time include continued development in many areas, re- zoning and potential approval of a site
plan for the Addison Wesley /Pearson site, implementation of an Affordable Housing planned production program, and
focus on positive economic development especially in the Walkers Brook Drive area and in downtown. The implementation
of the Permits Coordinator position took place in FY 2007, with the full cost of the position being offset by an increase in
fee income.
Outlook: The outlook for the next 2 to 3 years is of a continued busy planning function. In addition to the efforts noted
above, the CPDC has an aggressive Master Plan implementation program which will demand much from staff and
volunteers time.
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Im
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Budget Summary FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B) 63,051
.65,615
113,016
123,910
9,64%
Expenses (Form C) 0
0
0
0
Totals 63,051
65,615
113,016
123,910
9.64%
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 1.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 50.00%
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: A new town planner will be hired as a department head. In addition, a junior planner will be
hired and funded by the inspections revolving fund.
Overview: The Town is going through a minor building boom, and the work of the Planning Division is very busy. The
recently approved Master Plan carries with it a large workload to implement key areas including Affordable Housing and
Economic development. All expenses are included in the General Department budget.
Changes: Demand on staff time include continued development in many areas, re- zoning and potential approval of a site
plan for the Addison Wesley /Pearson site, implementation of an Affordable Housing planned production program, and
focus on positive economic development especially in the Walkers Brook Drive area and in downtown. The implementation
of the Permits Coordinator position took place in FY 2007, with the full cost of the position being offset by an increase in
fee income.
Outlook: The outlook for the next 2 to 3 years is of a continued busy planning function. In addition to the efforts noted
above, the CPDC has an aggressive Master Plan implementation program which will demand much from staff and
volunteers time.
25 -Mar -07
Im
Town of Reading FY -2008 Budget
Community Services
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
Planning - 065
Summary; Q5
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
Expenditures FTE
(Revised)
FTE
Budget
Percent
Classification #
FY - 2005
#
FY - 2006 #
FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Change
Town Planner* 1.0
63,051
1.0
65,615 1.0
68,016
1.0
79,600
17.0%
Permits coordinator
1.0
45,000
1.0
44,310
-1.5%
Junior Planner*
1.0
49,600
100.0%
*reflecting new department head model
Totals 1.0
63,051
1.0
65,615 2.0
113,016
3.0
173,510
53.5%
Source of Fundinq %o
%a
%
%
Inspections Revolving Fund
49,600
100.0%
General Fund (Form A)
63,051
65,615
113,016
123,910
9.6%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Community Services
Budget Summary (Form A) Health - 511
Summary: Q6 & Q7
Annual
Adopted
Actual Actual Budget Recommended
One Year
Expenditures Expenditures (Revised) Budget
Percent
Budget Summary FY - 2005 FY - 2006 FY - 2007 FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B) 101,079 136,163 148,595 167,554
12.76%
Expenses (Form C) 47,352 53,463 56,236 59,065
5.03%
Totals 148,431 189,625 204,831 226,619
10.64%
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 3.2 3.2 2.8 3.1
10.71%
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: There is an increase in the hours for the Health Inspector position, as new
commercial developments and significant increases in camps have added to the Inspector's workload.
Overview: In addition to traditional Public Health requirements, extensive new requirements have been
added to address Homeland Security and potential flu pandemic issues. Plans are required and are in place
to immunize and/or treat the entire Town population within 72 hours in the event of an epidemic or bio-
terrorism incident, There continues to be a rise in reportable communicable diseases which requires
investigation, treatment and follow -up care.
Changes: The salary budget reflects the elimination of the Sealer of Weights and Measures position, and
the use of the State to perform this function. The increase in the clinic budget is due to the increase in the
cost of syringes. All clinic costs are offset by the use of the revolving fund.
Outlook: A community focus on Substance Abuse may require additional resources in the Health Division
or other areas of Municipal government and schools. Grants for these efforts will be sought. In the future,
more hours are needed for the Public Health Nurse position, The responsibilities of the position have
increased in the area of Home Land Security. Mosquito Larvae Control has been done in the past but
charged to other line items.
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Community Services
Salaries and Wages (Form B) Health - 511
Summary: Q6
i'
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
(Revised)
FTE
Budget
Percent
Classification
#
FY - 2005
#
FY - 2006
#
FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Chanoe
Health Services Admin.
1.0
58,921
1.0
60,213
1.0
63,570
1.0
66,398
4.4%
Public Health Nurse
0.6
12,221
0.6
34,612
0.9
42,948
0.9
44,774
4.3%
Health Inspector
0,5
25,525
0.5
29,012
0.8
39,577
1.1
56,382
42.5%
Sealer of Weights & Meas.
1.0
7,094
1.0
9,972
0.0
0
0.0
0
0.0%
Nurses (Flu,Hep B,Adol)
0.1
1,171
0.1
2,353
0.1
2,500
0.1
0
- 100.0%
Totals
3.2
104,932
3.2
136,163
2.8
148,595
3.1
167,554
12.8%
Source of Funding
%
%
%
%
State Grant - SWM
3,853
Revolving Fund
General Fund (Form A)
101,079
136,163
148,595
167,554
12.8%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Community Services
Expenses (Form C)
Health • 511
Summary: Q7
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Classification
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Equipment & Supplies
Educational Supplies
3,249
3,867
400
600
50.0%
Clinics
1,706
2,541
1,800
1,800
0.0%
Education
Travel Reimbursement
1,082
1,784
1,800
1,600
- 11.1%
Outsourced
Contractual Services
0
250
300
20.0%
Riverside Community Care
6,556
6,556
6,971
7,500
7.6%
E.M.A.R.C.
8,220
11,036
10,993
11,275
2.6%
Weights and Measures
0
5,750
5,750
100.0%
Mosquito Control
22,724
23,874
24,352
26,000
6.8%
Mosquito Larvae control
2,000
100.0%
Animal Disposal
i 1
3,815
3,805
3,920
4,340
10.7%
$
$
$
$
Totals
47,352
53,463
56,236
61,165
8.8%
Source of Funding
%
% %
%
Grant - SWM
0
Revolving Fund
2,100
General Fund (Form A)
47,352
53,463
56,236
59,065
5.0%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Budget Summary (Form A)
Community Services
Elder / Human Services #541
Summary: Q8 & Q9
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 4.5 4.5 4.5 5.1 12.44%
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: This budget proposes adding a part -time Nurse Advocate position (21 hrs) to
serve the frail elders in the community. The total cost is estimated to be about $35,000 (including benefits).
This is the result of a year -long study as requested by Town Meeting.
Overview: A recent study has recommended changes in the manner in which the ElderlHuman Services
Division operates and interacts with other providers in the community.
Changes: The Senior Tax Work Program has shifted funding to the Overlay account beginning in FY08. In
FY06 the Senior Center Coordinator position was created in place of the Coordinator of Volunteers
program. An additional change that same year was to transfer the responsibility for the entire meals
program back to Mystic Valley Elder Services, including the Meals on Wheels program. The savings in the
Town's staff cost are partly offset by the expense payment to MVES for this service.
Outlook: The Nurse Advocate position is expected to provide a significant benefit to a fast - growing
segment of the Town's population. The division will monitor ongoing needs in the community, particularly
those unmet by existing State, local or Federal programs.
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Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
.Budget Summary
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
123,883
145,152
155,288
181,106
16.63%
Expenses (Form C)
856
6,803
17,793
7,450
- 58.13%
Totals
124,739
151,955
173,081
188,556
8.94%
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 4.5 4.5 4.5 5.1 12.44%
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: This budget proposes adding a part -time Nurse Advocate position (21 hrs) to
serve the frail elders in the community. The total cost is estimated to be about $35,000 (including benefits).
This is the result of a year -long study as requested by Town Meeting.
Overview: A recent study has recommended changes in the manner in which the ElderlHuman Services
Division operates and interacts with other providers in the community.
Changes: The Senior Tax Work Program has shifted funding to the Overlay account beginning in FY08. In
FY06 the Senior Center Coordinator position was created in place of the Coordinator of Volunteers
program. An additional change that same year was to transfer the responsibility for the entire meals
program back to Mystic Valley Elder Services, including the Meals on Wheels program. The savings in the
Town's staff cost are partly offset by the expense payment to MVES for this service.
Outlook: The Nurse Advocate position is expected to provide a significant benefit to a fast - growing
segment of the Town's population. The division will monitor ongoing needs in the community, particularly
those unmet by existing State, local or Federal programs.
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Town of Reading FY • 2008 Budget
Community Services
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
Elder / Human
Services #541
Summary:
Q8
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
(Revised)
FTE
Budget
Percent
Classification
#
FY - 2005
#
FY - 2006
#
FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Change
Elder Services Admin.
1.0
32,510
1.0
53,751
1.0
53,800
1.0
56,200
4.5%
Social Worker
1.0
39,287
1.0
40,810
1.0
42,354
1.0
44,240
4.5%
Senior Ctr. Coordinator
30,163
0.9
35,860
0.9
37,403
4.3%
Coordinator of Volunteers
0.8
30,998
0.8
21,671
0.6
21,556
0.6
22,432
4.1%
Van Driver
0.9
22,832
0.9
23,802
0.9
24,674
0.9
25,749
4.4%
Substitute Van Driver
0.1
1,170
0.1
1,755
0.1
2,044
0.1
2,000
-2.2%
Meals on Wheels Coord.
0.7
25,484
0.7
0.0
0
0.0
Nurse Advocate (21 hrs)
0.6
25,282
100.0%
Totals
4.5
152,281
4.5
171,952
4.5
180,288
5.1
213,306
18.3%
Source of Funding
%
%
%
%
Burbank Trust Fund
Donations
6% 8,398
4% 6,800
3% 5,000
2% 5,000.
State Grant
11% 17,000
10% 17,000
9% 17,000
11% 24,200
Hospital Trust Fund
2% 3,000
2% 3,000
2% 3,000
1% 3,000
General Fund (Form A)
123,883
145,152
155,288
181,106
16.6%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Expenses(Form C)
Community Services
Elder / Human Services #541
Summary: Q9
Actual
Expenditures
FY - 2006
309
261
641
12,952
5,593
Annual
Adopted
Budget
(Revised)
FY - 2007
250
400
250
800
10,500
5,593
Totals 11,356 19,755 17,793
Source of Funding % % %
Burbank Trust Fund 92% 10,500 66% 12,952 0%
State Grant
General Fund (Form A) 856 6,803 17,793
112
Recommended One Year
Budget Percent
FY - 2008 Chanae
400
Actual
400
Expenditures
Classification
FY - 2005
1,000
Equipment & Supplies
100.0%
Senior Center Supplies
311
Automotive Repair
0
Educational Supplies
209
Education
100.03T.
Professional Development
Travel Reimbursement
336
Community Services
Senior Tax Work Program*
10,500
MVES Meal Site
*funding moved to the overlay account
Community Services
Elder / Human Services #541
Summary: Q9
Actual
Expenditures
FY - 2006
309
261
641
12,952
5,593
Annual
Adopted
Budget
(Revised)
FY - 2007
250
400
250
800
10,500
5,593
Totals 11,356 19,755 17,793
Source of Funding % % %
Burbank Trust Fund 92% 10,500 66% 12,952 0%
State Grant
General Fund (Form A) 856 6,803 17,793
112
Recommended One Year
Budget Percent
FY - 2008 Chanae
400
60.0%
400
0.0%
250
0.0%
1,000
100.0%
800
0.0%
0
100.0%
5,600
100.03T.
8,450
-52.5%
0%
1,000
7,450
-58.1%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget . Community Services
Budget summary (Form A) Veterans - 551 & 552
Summary: Q10, Q11 & Q21
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 0.3 0.3 1.0 1.0 0.00%
I
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None.
Overview: State law requires that every community with a population over 12,000 either must have a full
time Veterans Service Officer, or form a veterans district. Reading has formed a Veterans District with
Wilmington, with each community paying 1/2 the cost of a full time position. Thus the wages and travel
expenses are reflected in this budget as the gross amounts, with a revenue offset of 50% from Wilmington.
The $60,000 expense in 'Reading Veterans Assistance' reflects only Reading's direct Veterans benefits,
with no offset from Wilmington. Note that 75% of the Veterans Aid is reimbursed by the State as part of the
next year's Cherry Sheet.
Changes: Increase in Veterans Aid due to increased workload.
Outlook: The Veterans Aid reflects the increased caseload because of a more active Veterans Service
Officer. The amount proposed for FY 2008 is reflective of the gross amount expected to be expended in FY
2007,
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Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Budget Summary FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B) 9,836
16,782
18,067
19,252
6.56%
Expenses (Form C) 6,395
70,318
40,700
60,700
49.14%
Totals 16,231
87,100
58,767
79,952
36.05%
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 0.3 0.3 1.0 1.0 0.00%
I
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None.
Overview: State law requires that every community with a population over 12,000 either must have a full
time Veterans Service Officer, or form a veterans district. Reading has formed a Veterans District with
Wilmington, with each community paying 1/2 the cost of a full time position. Thus the wages and travel
expenses are reflected in this budget as the gross amounts, with a revenue offset of 50% from Wilmington.
The $60,000 expense in 'Reading Veterans Assistance' reflects only Reading's direct Veterans benefits,
with no offset from Wilmington. Note that 75% of the Veterans Aid is reimbursed by the State as part of the
next year's Cherry Sheet.
Changes: Increase in Veterans Aid due to increased workload.
Outlook: The Veterans Aid reflects the increased caseload because of a more active Veterans Service
Officer. The amount proposed for FY 2008 is reflective of the gross amount expected to be expended in FY
2007,
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Community Services
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
Veterans - 551 & 552
Summary: Q10
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual Budget
Recommended
One Year
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
Expenditures FTE (Revised)
FTE
Budget
Percent
Classification
#
FY - 2005
#
FY - 2006 # FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Change
Veterans' Service Officer
0.3
9,836
0.3
33,010 1.0 36,134
1.0
38,504
6.6%
1,
Totals
0.3
9,836
0.3
33,010 1.0 36,134
1.0
38,504
6.6%
Source of Funding
%a
%
%
%
Reimbursement from Wilm.
16,228 50% 18,067
50% 19,252
General Fund (Form A)
9,836
16,782 18,067
19,252
6.6%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Community Services
Expenses (Form C)
Veterans - 551 & 552
Summary: Q11 &Q21
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures (Revised)
Budget
Percent
Classification
FY - 2005
FY - 2006 FY -'2007
FY - 2008
Change
Professional Development
193
0
Travel Reimbursement
307
40 1,400
1,400
0.0%
Reading Veterans' Assistance (Q21)
6,088
70,086 40,000
60,000
50.0%
Totals
6,395
70,318 41,400
61,400
48.3%
Source of Funding
%
% %
%
Reimbursement from Wilmington
700
700
General Fund (Form A)
6,395
70,318 40,700
60,700
49.1%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Community Services
Budget summary (For, A) Selectmen - 011
Summary: Q12
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None
Overview: The Board of Selectmen hires the Town Manager, Town Accountant, and Town Counsel. They
provide the vision and leadership to guide Town Government to act in a manner consistent with their
adopted Values in the pursuit of their stated Goals.
Changes: The expense budget has.again increased because of increasing number of public hearings and
the cost of providing legal notice of those hearings.
Outlook: All other aspects of this budget remain as for previous budgets.
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Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Budget Summary
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
0
0
0
0
Expenses (Form C)
3,171
2,386
2,100
2,600
23.810/(
Totals
3,171
2,386
2,100
2,600
23.81%
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None
Overview: The Board of Selectmen hires the Town Manager, Town Accountant, and Town Counsel. They
provide the vision and leadership to guide Town Government to act in a manner consistent with their
adopted Values in the pursuit of their stated Goals.
Changes: The expense budget has.again increased because of increasing number of public hearings and
the cost of providing legal notice of those hearings.
Outlook: All other aspects of this budget remain as for previous budgets.
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Community Services
Expenses (Form C)
Selectmen - 011
Summary: Q12
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures (Revised)
Budget
Percent
Classification
FY - 2005
FY - 2006 FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Advertising
1,783
2,310 1,500
1,900
26.7%
Supplies
37
76 100
200
100.0%
Other Expenses
I
1,351
500
500
0.0%
$
$ $
$
Totals
3,171
2,386 2,100
2,600
23.8%
Source of Funding
%
% %a
%
General Fund (Form A)
3,171
2,386 2,100
2,600
23.8%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Community Services
Budget Summary (Form A) Town Manager - 012
Summary: Q13 & Q14
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 0.00%
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None
Overview: The Town Manager oversees the day - today operation of the Town, in pursuit of the stated
Goals of the Board of Selectmen, and in a manner consistent with the adopted Values of the Board of
Selectmen.
Changes: This position needs to be flexible enough to continue to address the routine functions of the
position and to also be able to respond to emerging circumstances. Major known "projects" for FY 2007
continuing into FY 2008 include:
Addressing the future of the Addison Wesley /Pearson property
- Securing final approvals for the full buy -in to the MWRA
- Pursuing additional Economic Development opportunities
- Developing a process to address downtown parking issues
Outlook: The charge of a portion of the Town Manager's salary to the water and sewer enterprises reflects
the proportion of the total prior year's Town budget accounted for by the water and sewer budgets.
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Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Budget Summary
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
95,330
92,591
94,876
94,362
-0.54%
Expenses (Form C)
9,125
0
0
0
Totals
104,455
92,591
94,876
94,362
-0.54%
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 0.00%
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None
Overview: The Town Manager oversees the day - today operation of the Town, in pursuit of the stated
Goals of the Board of Selectmen, and in a manner consistent with the adopted Values of the Board of
Selectmen.
Changes: This position needs to be flexible enough to continue to address the routine functions of the
position and to also be able to respond to emerging circumstances. Major known "projects" for FY 2007
continuing into FY 2008 include:
Addressing the future of the Addison Wesley /Pearson property
- Securing final approvals for the full buy -in to the MWRA
- Pursuing additional Economic Development opportunities
- Developing a process to address downtown parking issues
Outlook: The charge of a portion of the Town Manager's salary to the water and sewer enterprises reflects
the proportion of the total prior year's Town budget accounted for by the water and sewer budgets.
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
Community Services
Town Manager - 012
Summary: Q13
119
Annual
Adopted .
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
(Revised)
FTE
Budget
Percent
Classification
#
FY - 2005
#
FY - 2006
#
FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Change
Town Manager
1.0
107,010
1.0
114,439
1.0
117,420
1.0
120,900
3.0%
$
$
$
$
Totals
1.0
107,010
1.0
114,439
1.0
117,420
1.0
120,900
3.0%
Source of Fundino
%o
%
%
%
Water Fund
4.5% 4,808
8.0% 9,112
8.9% 10,450
11.6% 14,061
Sewer Fund
6.4% 6,872
11.1% 12,736
10.3% 12,094
10.3% 12,477
General Fund (Form A)
95,330
92,591
94,876
94,362
-0.5%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Community Services ~
Expenses (Form C) Town Manager - 012
Summary: Q14
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget Percent
Classification
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008 Change
Advertising
0
Contractual Services
9,125
0
Totals
9,125
0
0
0
Source of Fundinq
%
%
%
%.
General Fund (Form A)
9,125
0
0
0
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Community Services
Budget Summary (Form A) Law - 041
Summary: Q15, Q16 & Q17
Revenue and Staffinq
Revenues
Staffing 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: FY 20071s the year that labor negotiations take place for the term beginning
July 1, 2007 (FY 08). It is customary for labor counsel costs to be somewhat higher in the year of
negotiations. The figures for Town Counsel reflect the FY 2007 year -to -date expenses, increased by an
agreed -upon $5 per hour increase.
Overview: The rate, for Town Counsel ($135) reflects the rate per the proposal as accepted by the Board of
Selectmen. The budget also reflects the offset of a portion of the expense by the water /sewer enterprise.
Changes: None,
Outlook: There are no known major legal issues coming up in FY 2008. Since the change of Town
Counsel and the completion of major issues such as the landfill closure, legal costs have stabilized at a
somewhat lower level than previously. This budget does not allow for the cost of any major litigation, and
none is currently anticipated.
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Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent.
Budget Summary FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B) 0
0
0
0
Expenses (Form C) 102,093
61,627
86,000
73,000
- 15.12%
Totals 102,093
61,627
86,000
73,000
- 15.12 %
Revenue and Staffinq
Revenues
Staffing 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: FY 20071s the year that labor negotiations take place for the term beginning
July 1, 2007 (FY 08). It is customary for labor counsel costs to be somewhat higher in the year of
negotiations. The figures for Town Counsel reflect the FY 2007 year -to -date expenses, increased by an
agreed -upon $5 per hour increase.
Overview: The rate, for Town Counsel ($135) reflects the rate per the proposal as accepted by the Board of
Selectmen. The budget also reflects the offset of a portion of the expense by the water /sewer enterprise.
Changes: None,
Outlook: There are no known major legal issues coming up in FY 2008. Since the change of Town
Counsel and the completion of major issues such as the landfill closure, legal costs have stabilized at a
somewhat lower level than previously. This budget does not allow for the cost of any major litigation, and
none is currently anticipated.
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Community S@NIC @S
Expenses (Form C)
Law - 041
Summary:
Q15, Q16 & Q17
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Classification
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Town Counsel (Q15)
89,100
55,115
100,000
80,000
-20.0%
Labor Counsel (Q16)
9,960
9,522
6,000
10,000
66.7%
Special Counsel
17,408
Other Expenses
8,989
i.
Totals
116,468
73,627
106,000
90,000
- 15.1%
Source of Funding %
%
%
%
watertsewer enterprise 12.3%
14,375
16.3% 12,000
0.0%
0.0%
Water enterprise
17.0% 18,000
16.7% 15,000
sewer enterprise
1.9% 2,000
2.2% 2,000
General Fund (Form A)
102,093
61,627
86,000
73,000
-15.1%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Community Services
Budget Summary (Form A) General - 015
Summary: Q18 & Q19
Annual
Adopted
Actual Actual Budget Recommended
One Year
Expenditures Expenditures (Revised) Budget
Percent
Budget Summary FY - 2005 FY - 2006 FY - 2007 FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B) 155,428 168,836 178,813 183,182
2.44%
Expenses (Form C) 89,904 88,765 82,960 84,450
1.80%
Totals 245,332 257,601 261,773 267,632
2.24%
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 5.2 5.2 4.9 4.9
0.00%
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None
Overview: This budget includes salaries for all support staff in the entire Department, as well as services
like postage used by the entire Town workforce. It also includes expenses for the entire department, such
as professional development, and most mileage reimbursement.
Changes: There is a shift of funds from the recording secretary positions to the overtime account because
the recording secretaries for the Planning Commission, Conservation Commission, ZBA, and the Board of
Selectmen are Department staff members who are paid overtime. The separate line item for the ZBA is
eliminated. In FY) &, the functions of the Town Clerk were shifted form Community Services to the Finance
Department. This budget transfers all Town Clerk expenses accordingly.
Outlook: Major changes in expenses include:
- POSTAGE - increased cost of lease /purchase for the new postage machine
- PRINTING - This reflects the cost of printing the Town -wide map developed by the GIS program,
available for distribution in Town offices. In FY2005 the cost of printing and mailing the Town Charter to all
residents increased the printing and stationery line by $11,000. This expense should not be repeated.
- PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT - The increase reflects additional needs within the Department.
- TRAVEL REIMBURSEMENT - Mileage reimbursement has increased 30% due to the increase in gas
cost.
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Community Services
Salaries and Wages (Form B) General - 015
Summary: 018
ME
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
(Revised)
FTE
Budget
Percent
Classification
#
FY - 2005
#
FY - 2006
#
FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Change
$
$
$
$
Office Manager
1.0
44,964
1.0
48,096
1.0
49,861
1.0
52,070
4.4%
Administrative Assistant
1.0
32,299
1.0
33,649
1.0
34,866
1.0
36,390
4.4%
Administrative Secretary
0.4
15,922
0.4
19,976
0.4
18,075
0.5
18,875
4.4%
Clerks
2.1
55,996
2.1
58,034
2.1
60,916
2.0
61,484
0.9%
Recording Secretary(s)
0.3
0.3
2,500
0.
- 100.0%
Temporary Position
0.4
3,922
0.4
3,837
0.4
4,545
0.4
4,863
7.0%
Overtime / Out of Grade
2,325
5,244
8,050
9,500
18.0%
Totals
5.2
155,428
5.2
168,836
4.9
178,813
4.9
183,182
2.4%
Source of Funding
%
%
%
%
General Fund (Form A)
155,428
168,836
178,813
183,182
2.4%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Community Services
Expenses (Form C) General - 015
Summary; Q19
Classification
Equipment & Supplies
Photocopy Equipment
Maintenance of Equipment
Postage
Community Connection
Advertising
Printing & Stationery
General Supplies
Flags for downtown display
Education
Professional Development
Travel Reimbursement
Cost of annual retreat
Outsourcing
Contractual Services
Totals
Source of Fundinq
General Fund (Form A)
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
17,918
18,601
18,750
18,750
0.0%
1,685
5,559
1,000
1,000
0.0%
28,874
24,628
32,550
32,500
-0.2%
3,549
1,624
0
0.0%
602.
80
500
500
0.0%
18,047
6,689
6,000
5,000
-16.7%
5,226
8,900
6,900
6,900
0.0%
1,000
100.0%
11,946
12,155
11,000
13,000
18.2%
2,057
5,369
3,760
3,800
1.1%
2,500
2,000
-20.0%
5,162 0.0%
89,904 88,765 82,960
89,904 88,765
84,450 1.8%
82,960 84,450 1.8%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Public Safety
Budget Summary (Form A) Police -111
Summary: R1 & R2
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 40.8 40.8 42.8 42.8 0.00%
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: The Police Department business administrator was an addition in FY07. We added five new officers during
this FY as replacements for officers leaving via retirement or other employment opportunities. We anticipated two retirements in FY07 but, in
fact, are facing four.
Overview: The FY08 salary lines are estimated based on 2% increases to base contracts as all three unionized staff groups are negotiating
new contracts in the Spring 2007. Current contracts are due to expire in June 2007. Non -union pay increased in accordance with town
grade and step increases.
Changes: The fuel expenses have been moved to the DPW budget The calculation for FY08 is based on FY05 /06 average gallons used
per annum of 24,500 x $2.50 per gallon. Total estimate for the year is: $61,250. The format of the expense sheet has been changed
slightly, categorizing expenses more appropriately. Net expenses excluding fuel increased by 2 %. The regional association fees were
renamed to be more accurate and reflect the actual amounts anticipated for FY08. The FLSA amount is increased to reflect actual
expenses.
Outlook: We anticipate hiring four additional officers in FY08 due to scheduled and anticipated retirements and remain staffed as currently
provided. Due to extensive training requirements, it takes approximately one year from the beginning of the process to the actual start date
for new officers. Buy back is increased to reflect two anticipated retirements in FY08.
We will continue to look at new scheduling schemes that may assist in staffing issues and deployment. We have seen an increase in
services in the commercial area and expect an increase in service in the residential developments as well, when these new projects are
completed. These increases are driving our request for two additional Police Officers, which are not funded in FY08. We have also
experienced an increased demand for Animal Control services as well as parking enforcement downtown, which are driving our request for
increasing the ACOIPEO hours to a full time position, which is not funded in the FY08 budget
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i
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Budget Summary FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Fort B) 2,979,275
31031,220
3,255,737
3,363,360
3.31%
Expenses (Form C) 179,721
177,912
199,639
203,623
2.00%
Totals 3,158,996
3,209,132
3,455,376
3,566,983
3.23%
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 40.8 40.8 42.8 42.8 0.00%
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: The Police Department business administrator was an addition in FY07. We added five new officers during
this FY as replacements for officers leaving via retirement or other employment opportunities. We anticipated two retirements in FY07 but, in
fact, are facing four.
Overview: The FY08 salary lines are estimated based on 2% increases to base contracts as all three unionized staff groups are negotiating
new contracts in the Spring 2007. Current contracts are due to expire in June 2007. Non -union pay increased in accordance with town
grade and step increases.
Changes: The fuel expenses have been moved to the DPW budget The calculation for FY08 is based on FY05 /06 average gallons used
per annum of 24,500 x $2.50 per gallon. Total estimate for the year is: $61,250. The format of the expense sheet has been changed
slightly, categorizing expenses more appropriately. Net expenses excluding fuel increased by 2 %. The regional association fees were
renamed to be more accurate and reflect the actual amounts anticipated for FY08. The FLSA amount is increased to reflect actual
expenses.
Outlook: We anticipate hiring four additional officers in FY08 due to scheduled and anticipated retirements and remain staffed as currently
provided. Due to extensive training requirements, it takes approximately one year from the beginning of the process to the actual start date
for new officers. Buy back is increased to reflect two anticipated retirements in FY08.
We will continue to look at new scheduling schemes that may assist in staffing issues and deployment. We have seen an increase in
services in the commercial area and expect an increase in service in the residential developments as well, when these new projects are
completed. These increases are driving our request for two additional Police Officers, which are not funded in FY08. We have also
experienced an increased demand for Animal Control services as well as parking enforcement downtown, which are driving our request for
increasing the ACOIPEO hours to a full time position, which is not funded in the FY08 budget
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Public Safety
Salaries and Wages (Form B) Police - 111
Summary: R1
25 -Mar -07
HIM
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
(Revised)
FTE
Budget
Percent
Classification
#
FY - 2005
#
FY - 2006
#
FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Change
Chief
1.0
141,400
1.0
109,502
1.0
114,153
1.0
118,790
4.1%
Lieutenants
3.0
275,860
3.0
281,817
3.0
267,535
3.0
292,051
1.6%
Sergeants
7.0
546,266
7.0
553,452
7.0
567,887
7.0
578,834
1.9%
Detectives
3.0
184,692
3.0
228,543
3.0
207,032
3.0
.221,699
7.1%
Officers
24.0
1,298,653
24.0
1,380,507
25.0
1,534,029
25.0
1,556,739
1.5%
Clerks
2.0
66,939
2.0
69,599
2.0
72,033
2.0
74,919
4.0%
Business Administrator
.1.0
55,985
1.0
58,822
5.1%
Parking Enforcement
0.5
13,295
0.5
13,302
0.5
14,330
0.5
14,910
4.1%
Animal Control Officer
0.3
11,760
0.3
13,179
0.3
13,033
0.3
13,561
4.0%
School Traffic
111,433
128,847
144,283
145,953
1.2%
Overtime
177,114
208,773
7
172,837
177,158
2.5%
FLSA •
2,888
11,339
5,000
11,000
120.0%
Holiday
92,854
0
0
Temporary Positions
4,027
7,154
5,125
5,253
2.5%
Buy Back
38,737
25,206
43,000
73,710
71.4%
Training
1,847
19,475
19,962
2.5%
Details
11,510
0
0
0.0%
Totals .
40.8
2,979,275
40.8
3,031,220
42.8
3,255,737
42.8
3,363,360
3.3%
Source of Funding
%
%p
%
%
General Fund (Form A)
2,979,275
3,031,220
3,255,737
3,363,360
3.3%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Expenses(Form C),
Public Safety
Police -111
Summary: R2
128
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Classification
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Equipment & Supplies
Photocopy Equipment
1,006
740
1,200
2,065
72.1%
Equipment /Furniture
1,297
0
500
500
0.0%
Communications Equipment
20,292
20,163
18,164
17,750
-2.3%
Radar Unit .
790
5,153
3,750
3,800
1.3%
Vehicle(s)
52,409
49,493
53,000
54,000
1.9%
Office Supplies
7,684
3,110
8,803
8,178
-7.1%
Public Safety Supplies
5,554
9,322
7,000
7,100
1.4%
Parking Program Supplies
11,042
7,911
8,713
8,850
1.6%
Maintenance & Repair
Vehicle Maint & Repairs
7,381
11,834
13,831
14,000
1.2%
Equipment Maint & Repairs
1,061
1,793
1,230
1,230
0.0%
Weapons maintenance
7,217
882
7,175
7,300
1.7%
Traffic Lights .
Traffic Light Electricity
8,869
10,249
9,328
9,515
2.0%
Traffic Light Repairs
8,275
7,159
7,688
7,200
-6.3%
Education
Prof. Development & Training
5,048
7,814
8,711
8,885
2.0%
Travel Reimbursement .
213
208
200
200
'0.0%
Regional Association Fees
4,175
4,175
4,279
6,900
61.3%
Other
Postage
1,604
1,223
1,435
1,450
1.0%
Clothing / Uniforms
35,206
36,582
42,232
42,500
0.6%
Fuel*
40,072
46,362
54,398
61,250
12.6%
Special Investigations
598
103
400
400
0.0%
Kennel Boarding & Fees
2,000
1,800'
=10.0%
Totals
219,793
224,274
254,037
264,873
4.3%
Source of Funding
%
%
%
%
Accomodated Costs - fuel* (DPW)
40,072
46,362
54,398
61,250
* FY08 calculation based on FY05106 average usage
24,500 gallons $2.50 /gal.
General Fund (Form A)
179,721
177,912
199,639
203,623
2.0%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Budget Summary (Form A)
Public Safety
Fire I Emergency Mgmt -121
Staffing 48.0 48.0 48.0 48.0
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: There are no significant changes in the FY08 budget.
Overview: The FY 2008 Fire Department budget reflects estimated contractual increases for union
personnel and a C.O.L.A. increase for non -union personnel in accordance with the Compensation Schedule.
Highlights:
— The requested overtime budget has been increased due to the requirement to conduct a 24 -hour long
Emergency Medical Technician recertification class for 29 employees.
The increase in Captain and Firefighter Salaries is due to newly promoted and newly hired employees
progressing the pay grade step system.
— The increase to Sick Leave Buyback is due to one additional Firefighter being eligible.
One Firefighter will be enrolled in the Paramedic training program and the Training account reflects the
costs for the program ($10,700 for tuition, books and internship) and the cost of renewing EMT -P and EMT -
B certification.
— ALS Medical Supplies account is requested to be increased $7,121 to provide a new total of $28,000.
This increase is driven by the rising number of patients treated and transported annually and the rising cost
of medical supplies.
— Due to rising fuel prices the fuel account has been increased $2,938. The request is based upon our fuel
usage over the last 12 months at a cost of $2.50 per gallon. The fuel expenses have been moved to the
DPW budget.
Outlook: The most significant issue is acquiring a replacement for a 1979 fire engine. The Capital
Improvement Program for the Fire Department requests this engine to be replaced this fiscal year. This
engine is far beyond the 20 -year life expectancy and reliability is a significant concern. Federal emission
regulations have added approximately $20,000 in additional cost to a replacement fire engine.
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Summary:
R3 & R4
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Budget Summary
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
2,756,955
2,946,627
3,049,855
3,166,770.
3.83%
Expenses (Form C)
69,668
82,195,
85,965
96,599
12.37%
Totals
2,826,623
3,028,822
3,135,820
3,263,370
4.07%
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
262,681
485,801
550,000
600,000
9.09%
Staffing 48.0 48.0 48.0 48.0
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: There are no significant changes in the FY08 budget.
Overview: The FY 2008 Fire Department budget reflects estimated contractual increases for union
personnel and a C.O.L.A. increase for non -union personnel in accordance with the Compensation Schedule.
Highlights:
— The requested overtime budget has been increased due to the requirement to conduct a 24 -hour long
Emergency Medical Technician recertification class for 29 employees.
The increase in Captain and Firefighter Salaries is due to newly promoted and newly hired employees
progressing the pay grade step system.
— The increase to Sick Leave Buyback is due to one additional Firefighter being eligible.
One Firefighter will be enrolled in the Paramedic training program and the Training account reflects the
costs for the program ($10,700 for tuition, books and internship) and the cost of renewing EMT -P and EMT -
B certification.
— ALS Medical Supplies account is requested to be increased $7,121 to provide a new total of $28,000.
This increase is driven by the rising number of patients treated and transported annually and the rising cost
of medical supplies.
— Due to rising fuel prices the fuel account has been increased $2,938. The request is based upon our fuel
usage over the last 12 months at a cost of $2.50 per gallon. The fuel expenses have been moved to the
DPW budget.
Outlook: The most significant issue is acquiring a replacement for a 1979 fire engine. The Capital
Improvement Program for the Fire Department requests this engine to be replaced this fiscal year. This
engine is far beyond the 20 -year life expectancy and reliability is a significant concern. Federal emission
regulations have added approximately $20,000 in additional cost to a replacement fire engine.
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
Public Safety
Fire / Emergency Mgmt -121
Summary: R3
130
l'
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
(Revised)
FTE
Budget
Percent
Classification
#
FY - 2005
#
FY - 2006
#
FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Change
Fire Chief
1.0
87,716
1.0
91,278
1.0
94,204
1.0
96,036
1.9%
Secretary
1.0
37,134
1.0
38,174
1.0
39,078
1.0
39,992
2.3%
Lieutenants
5.0
354,023
5.0
339,939
5.0
312,707
5.0
322,637
3.2%
Captains
4.0
286,466
4.0
296,590
4.0
300,595
4.0
312,115
3.8%
Firefighters
36.0
7 ,613,285
36.0
1,748,111
36.0
1,874,647
36.0
1,930,584
3.0%
Fire Alarm
1.0
13,456
1.0
11,546
1.0
14,166
1.0
14,520
2.5%
Overtime
213,609
252,621
228,597
257,560
12.7%
Holiday Pay
141,263
149,737
161,232
165,855
2.9%
Sick Leave Buyback
10,003
8,085
24,629
27,471
11.5%
Vacation Buyback
0
10,547
0
0
Totals
48.0
2,756,955
48.0
2,946,627
48.0
3,049,855
48.0
3,166,770
3.8%
Source of Funding
%
%
%
%
General Fund (Form A)
2,756,955
2,946,627
3,049,855
3,166,770
3.8%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Expenses(Form C)
Classification
Equipment & Supplies
Equipment
Office Supplies
Other Expenses
ALS Medical Services
Ambulance Services
ALS Medical Supplies
Medical Services
Education
Training
Publications /Subscriptions
Professional Development
Metrofire Dues
Other
Clothing - Firefighters
Fuel*
Actual
Expenditures
FY - 2005
2,254
1,928
4,087
1,797
265
1,640
2,722
0
1,088
2,500
22,250
2,025
3,197
280
435
2,500
20,700
16,210
Public Safety
Fire / Emergency Mgmt -121
Summary: R4
Actual
Expenditures
FY - 2006
2,478
1,685
2,730
2,147
1,284
2,939
1,553
1,592
2,300
27,338
9,688
285
820
2,500
22,855
21,221
Annual
Adopted
Budget
(Revised)
FY - 2007
4,276
1,938
1,576
2,507
1,051
2,165
3,047
1,051
1,708
3,250
20,469
16,950
267
835
2,500
22,375
21,537
Totals 85,878 103,416 107,502
Source of Funding
Accomodated Costs - fuel* (DP W) 16,210 21,221 21,537
*FY08 calculation based on recent usage 9,790 gallons @$2.50 /gal.
General Fund (Form A) 69,668 82,195 85,965
Recommended One Year
Budget Percent
FY - 2008 Change
4,362
2.0%
1,977
2.0%
1,608
2.0%
2,557
2.0%
1,072.
2.0%
2,208
2.0%
3,108
2.0%
1,072
2.0%
3,678
115.4%
3,250
0.0%
28,000
36.8%
17,289
2.0%
272
2.0%
852
2.0%
2,500
0.0%
1.9%
22,795
24,475
13.6 %.
121,075 12.6%
24,475 13.6%
96,600 12.4%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Public Safety
Budget Summary (Form A)
Dispatchers -123
Summary: R5 & R6
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures (Revised)
Budget
Percent
Budget Summary
FY - 2005
FY - 2006 FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
319,386
330,387 355,603
389,467
9.52%
Expenses (Form C)
38,087
37,920 40,025
40,826
2.00%
Totals
357,473
368,307 395,628
430,293
8.76 %
Revenue and Staffing
$
$ $
$
Revenues
Staffing 8.0 8.0 9.0 9.0 0.00%
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: This budget reflects the new dispatcher approved at February 2007 Town Meeting, to
allow the 5 -shift model (described below) to be adequately covered. This hiring should reduce overtime substantially -
enough to cover all wage costs, but excluding the cost of benefits.
Overview: A 5 -shift model refers to five dispatchers working during a day in a 2 -2 -1 pattern of three 8 -hr shifts. The
need for two dispatchers during the busy shifts are due to the increased number and complexity of calls from residents;
the need to simultaneously provide immediate emergency medical counsel and to coordinate among busy area
hospitals; and the increasing technological complexity of coordinating with other towns as well as state and federal
agencies. Historically, we did not provide full 5 -shift coverage throughout the year. The need to expand this to a full 6-
shift coverage in a 2 -2 -2 daily pattern is imminent,.and reflects a model that is employed by virtually every surrounding
town. Finally, the dispatcher salary increase is 2% on a contract that expires in June (negotiations begin this winter);
the Head Dispatcher salary is in accordance with town non -union pay grade scale but on a 40 hour work week.
Changes: Due to turnover in the Dispatch area this past year, we have replaced two dispatchers. Hiring and training
dispatchers takes about four months, not including academy time. In FY07, OT is running well ahead of budget partially
due to this turnover, but also because a full 5 -shift model has not been fully funded for several years. line items in non -
payroll expense areas have been shifted and renamed in some cases, without any financial changes.
Outlook: We are interested in adding a radio service contract in the future as the radio system is now out of warranty.
We also are exploring upgrading our video recording equipment to DVR. The Reading Schools are implementing a
similar system and if RPD can use some of the equipments excess capacity the cost may be lessened. Costs for this
are being researched to determine the feasibility, at this point we will propose this as a capital project later in FY08.
We anticipate employee turnover in the coming year(s), though no specific turnover is scheduled at this time. If
turnover occurs, training and replacement costs can be expensive. In the future a proposed addition of two more FT
dispatchers in order to staff a 6 -shift model. While some additional OT savings will be realized, this addition would best
be described as an increase in service for the community.
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Public Safety
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
Dispatchers -123
Summary: R5
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
FTE Expenditures
FTE Expenditures FTE
(Revised)
FTE
Budget
Percent
Classification
# FY - 2005
# FY - 2006 #
FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Change
Head Dispatcher
1.0
48,734
1.0
50,710
4.1%
Permanent Positions
8.0 275,529
8.0 291,039 S.0
260,468
8.0
289,771
11.3%
Overtime
43,654
40,890
42,401
43,486
2.6%
Holiday
(47)
(1,542) _
0
0
0.0%
Training
250
4,000
51500
37.5%
Sick Leave Buy Back
0
0
0
0.0%
Totals
8.0 319,386
8.0 330,387 9.0
355,603
9.0
389,467
9.5%
Source of Funding
%
% La
%
$
$
$
$
General Fund (Form A)
319,386
330,387
355,603
389,467
9.5%
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Expenses (Form C) Dispatchers -123
Summary: R6
NC = Name change
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Classification
FY - 2004
FY - 2005
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Equipment & Supplies
Computer Equipment & Software
12,040
2.0%
Communications Equipment
6,143
10,016
7,500
7,650
2.0%
Office Supplies
2,452
2,675
1,800
1,836
2.0%
Maintenance & Repairs
Equipment Maintenance
2,710
'2,859
3,180
3,244
2.0%
Education
Training & Prof. Development
278
300
255
260
2.0%
Outsourced
Computer Services
23,231
21,275
23,200
Microsystems
11,624
2.0%
Video Sury System Service
1,600
1,950
1,989
2.0%
Other
Clothing /Uniforms
1,673
795
2,140
2,183
2.0%
Totals
38,087
37,920
40,025
40,826
2.0%
Source of Funding
%
%
%
%
General Fund (Form A)
38,087
37,920
40,025
40,826
2.0%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Public Works
Budget Summary (Form A) Administration - 301
Summary: S1 &S2.
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 0.00%
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None.
Overview: The DPW Administration budget includes management responsibilities of both general fund and
enterprise fund divisions. The 19.3% reduction largely reflects the inclusion of a $75,000 long -range DPW
strategic plan in the FY07 budget, which was funded in equal parts by the general fund, the water fund, and
the sewer fund.
Changes: Salaries for administration reflect a 2% non -union increase plus step increases. Expenses were
level- funded. The Business Administrator has been filled with a new staff person at a lower salary.
Outlook: Once the results of this strategic plan are available, future DPW budgets may be impacted.
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Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent-
Budget Summary FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B) 84,408
88,595
91,827
93,210
1.51%
Expenses (Form C) 5,607
5,565
30,677
5,677
- 81.49%
Totals 90,015
94,160
122,504
98,887
- 19.28%
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 0.00%
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None.
Overview: The DPW Administration budget includes management responsibilities of both general fund and
enterprise fund divisions. The 19.3% reduction largely reflects the inclusion of a $75,000 long -range DPW
strategic plan in the FY07 budget, which was funded in equal parts by the general fund, the water fund, and
the sewer fund.
Changes: Salaries for administration reflect a 2% non -union increase plus step increases. Expenses were
level- funded. The Business Administrator has been filled with a new staff person at a lower salary.
Outlook: Once the results of this strategic plan are available, future DPW budgets may be impacted.
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Public Works
Salaries and Wages (Form B) Administration - 301
Summary: S1
136
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
(Revised)
FTE
Budget
Percent
Classification
#
FY - 2005
#
FY - 2006
#
FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Change
Director
1.0
89,497
1.0
92,003
1.0
94,205
1.0
96,348
2.3%
Business Administrator
1.0
52,174.
1.0
54,027
1.0
55,985
1.0
54,271
-3.1%
Admin. - Asst.
1.0
35,000
1.0
36,410
1.0
37,713
1.0
39,404
4.5%
Clerk
1.0
29,383
1.0
30,576
1.0
31,668
1.0
33,062
4.4%
Overtime
1,016
1,490
1,520
2.0%
Grade Adjustments
318
298
300
306
2.0%
$
$
$
$
Totals
4.0
206,372
4.0
214,329
4.0
221,360
4.0
224,911
1.6%
Source of Funding
%
%
%
%
Water Fund
38.4% 79,232
38.1% 81,574
37.9% 83,956
37.8% 84,928
Sewer Fund
20.7% 42,732
20.6% 44,160
20.6% 45,577
20.8% 46,773
General Fund (Form A)
84,408
88,595
91,827
93,210
1.5%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Expenses(Form C)
Rublic Works
Administration r 301
Summary: $2
Annual
Adopted
Budget
(Revised)
FY - 2007
2,627
3,000
50
75,000
80,677
Source of Funding % % % 31.7-/. 25,000
Water (Strategic Plan)
Sewer (Strategic Plan) 31.0%— 25,000
General Fund (Form A) 5,607 5,565 30,677
Recommended One Year
Budget
Actual
Actual
Chan
Expenditures
Expenditures
Classification
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
Equipment & Supplies
3,000
50
Supplies
2,334
2,543
Education
Professional Development
3,273
2,994
Travel Reimbursements
0
29
Outsourced
Long Range Strategic Plan
Totals
5,607
5,565
Annual
Adopted
Budget
(Revised)
FY - 2007
2,627
3,000
50
75,000
80,677
Source of Funding % % % 31.7-/. 25,000
Water (Strategic Plan)
Sewer (Strategic Plan) 31.0%— 25,000
General Fund (Form A) 5,607 5,565 30,677
Recommended One Year
Budget
Percent
FY - 2008
Chan
2,627
0.0%
3,000
50
0.0%
0 -100.0%
5,677 -93.0%
5,677 -81.5%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Public Works
Budget Summary (Form A)
Engineering - 302
Summary: S3 & S4
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures (Revised)
Budget
Percent
Budget Summary
FY - 2005
FY - 2006 FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
161,902
217,843 255,772
268,901
5.13%
Expenses (Form C)
11,558
25,216 29,182
19,182
- 34.27%
Totals
173,460
243,059 284,954
288,083
1.10%
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing
7.5
7.5 7.5
7.5
0.00%
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: Includes funding to replace outdated surveying and purchase new hydraulic
modeling engineering software.
Overview: Engineering Division salaries reflect a 2.0% union increase and 2% non -union increase, plus
step increases. One Civil Engineer's position continues to be funded through the Water and Sewer funds.
Contract Services and Recording fees have been level- funded.
Changes: The Assistant Civil Engineer was upgraded to the position of Civil Engineer following an increase
in the level of professional engineering experience gained. Since the Pavement Management study.is only
conducted every two to three years, it has been removed from this year's budget.
Outlook: The division continues to have difficulty filling the vacant Assistant Civil Engineer's position and
plans to solicit local colleges for co- operative employees. Online document storage of engineering plans will
continue during the fiscal year. The division will start mapping of the Town's drainage system to create a
GIS drainage layer and for compliance with NPDES permitting.
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
Public Works
Engineering - 302
Summary: S3
Actual
Actual
FTE
FY - 2006
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
Classification
#
FY - 2005
#
45,256
FTE
50,926
1.0
Town Engineer
1.0
73,054
1.0
Sr. Civil Eng. (PE)
2.0
2,286
2.0
Civil Engineer
1.0
51,887
1.0
Senior Engineer
1.0
93,461
1.0
Field Technician II
1.0
49,924
1.0
Field Technician 1
1.0
9,875
1.0
Asst. Civil Engineer
1.0
11,945
- 50.1%
Engineering Aide
0.5
11,695
0.5
Overtime
5,388
2.0%
Grade Adjustments
364
0.0%
Public Works
Engineering - 302
Summary: S3
Actual
Expenditures
FTE
FY - 2006
#
62,232
1.0
60,734
2.0
45,256
FTE
50,926
1.0
43,123
1.0
88,673
2.0
10,764
0.5
4,259
1,560
1.0
Annual
Adopted
Budget
Recommended
One Year
(Revised)
FTE
Budget
Percent
FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Change
80,984
1.0
82,920
2.4%
109,200
3.0
169,358
55.1%
51,979
1.0
53,223
2.4%
46,176
1.0
48,233
4.5%
97,906.
1.0
48,899
- 50.1%
14,396
0.5
13,260
-7.9%
4,316
4,402
2.0%
500
500
0.0%
Totals 7.5 309,879 7.5 367,527 7.5 405,456 7.5 420,795 3.8 %°
Source of Funding % % % %
Water Fund 29% 90,987 25% 92,304 23% 92,304 22% 94,339
Sewer Fund 18% 56,990 16%57,380 14% 57,380 14%57,555
General Fund (Form A) 161,902 217,843
255,772 268,901 5.1%
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Town of Reading FY • 2008 Budget Public Works {
Expenses (For, C) Engineering - 302
Summary: S4
Ms
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Classification
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Equipment & Supplies
General Supplies .
2,974
3,315
3,782
3,782
0.0%
Computer Supplies (CAD)
277
5,000
100.0%
Record Fees - Street Accept.
350
350
350
350
0.0%
Outsourced
Pavement Management Study
15,000
0
- 100.0%
Contract Services
2,001
12,266
2,050
2,050
0.0%
Police Details
5,956
9,285
8,000
8,000
0.0%
Totals
11,558
25,216
29,182
19,182
-34.3%
Source of Funding
%
%
%
%
General Fund (Form A)
11,558
25,216
29,182
19,182
-34.3%
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Town of Reading FY • 2008 Budget
Budget Summary (Form A)
Budget Summary
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
Expenses(Form C)
Totals
Revenue an-
Revenues
Staffing
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None
Public Works
Highway & Equipment Maint. • 303
Summary: S5 & S6 & S7
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
712,051
749,678
654,148
690,736
5.59%
475,520
559,516
399,179
456,973
14.48%
1,187,571
1,309,193
1,053,327
1,147,709
8.96%
16.0
16.0
13.3
13.3
0.00%
Overview: The Highway Division salaries reflect a 2.0% union increase and 2% non -union increase, plus
step increases. Overtime has been increased to reflect the one -hour increase in emergency call (3 hours to
4 hours). Personnel and expenses related to Storm Water are included in the Storm Water Budget (305).
Changes: Expenses have been increased by 2% with a few-exceptions: inclusion of the new Storm Water
fee and increased funding for Equipment Maintenance. In addition, municipal fuel expenses have been
consolidated into this budget, and allowed to increase (as an accommodated cost) with an assumed market
price of $2.5D /gallon.
Outlook: Expenses for Line Painting, Highway Patch, and Equipment Maintenance Contractual Services
have historically been under - funded and this budget will not meet expected expenditures. Outsourced
repairs are for specialty equipment such as fire apparatus and emergency response vehicles.
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
FTE
Classification #
Supervisor
1.0
Foreman
1.0
Working Foreman
2.0
Equip. Oper.
4.0
Skilled Laborer
1.0
Laborer
4.0
Master Mechanic
1.0
Mechanic 1
2.0
Mechanic II
1.0
ST Seasonal Laborer
1.0
Overtime
2.0
On -call Premium (OT)
1.0
Longevity
1.0
Grade Adjustments
1.0
Unused Sick Leave Buyback
1.9
4,085
Totals 16.0
Source of Funding
Water Fund
Sewer Fund
General Fund (Form A)
ME
Actual
One Year
Expenditures
FTE
FY - 2005
#
(Revised)
FTE
63,621
1.0
49,924
1.0
86,237
2.0
162,359
4.0
119,830
4.0
46,315
1.0
83,356
2.0
33,634
1.0
60,678
1.0
7,800
1.0
6,097
1.9
4,085
0.2
48,092
0.0%
719,851- 16.0
Public Works
Highway & Equipment Maint. - 303
Summary: S5
Actual
Expenditures FTE
FY - 2006 #
65,396 0.8
52,325 1.0
90,394 1.8
166,353 3.0
23,025 _
101,632 2.6
48,567 1.0
87,027 1.9
27,164 1.0
11,405 0.2
63,963
8,282
4,380
7,964
757,878 13.3
Annual
One Year
Adopted
Percent
Budget
Change
(Revised)
FTE
FY - 2007
#
$
4.4%
53,581
0.8
L4_,621
1.0
_
84,922
1.8
135,054
3.0
51,866
1.0
86,109
1.6
49,701
1.0
85,793
1.0
36,451
1.9
4,085
0.2
48,092
0.0%
11,908
2.0%
7,700
4,830
662,848 13.3
1% 5,800 1% 6,100 0.97% 6,400
0% 2,000 0% 2,100 0.35% 2,300
712,051 749,678 654,148
Recommended
One Year
Budget
Percent
FY - 2008
Change
54,805
2.3%
57,044
4.4%
88,762
4.5%
139,685
3.4%
37,772
57,589
- 33.1%
51,866
4.4%
45,778
46.6%
66,498
82.4%
3,682
-9.9%
71,400
48.5%
12,146
2.0%
7,700
0.0%
4,927
2.0%
699,654 5.6%
0.94% 6,560
0.34% 2,358
690,736 5.6%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Expenses(Form C)
Classification
Equipment & Supplies
Equipment Maintenance
Highway Supplies
Uniforms /Boots
Licenses
Stormwater Fee
Outsourced
Line Painting
Highway Patch
Equipment Maintenance
Police Details
General
Engine Fuel
Municipal vehicles' (S7)
Municipal vehicles (enterprise funds)
'general fund expenses for Public
Safety, Community Services and
Public Works.
Totals
Source of Funding
Water Fund
Sewer Fund
General Fund (Form A)
Actual
Expenditures
FY - 2005
154,876
41,517
8,456
430
28,815
5,671
101,486
5,163
9,633
141,332
2,241
$
499,620
3.1% 15,400
1.7% 8,700
475,520
Public Works
Highway & Equipment Maint. - 303
Summary: S6 & S7
Actual
Expenditures
FY - 2006
153,430
51,633
8,668
400
34,210
16,389
129,149
3,713
7,664
174,537
4,523
Annual
Adopted
Budget
(Revised)
FY - 2007
145,515
35,121
8,668
750
0
18,054
13,956
46,034
6,300
8,961
137,406
4,014
Recommended One Year
Budget Percent
FY -2008 Change
148,430
2.0%
35,830
584,316
424,779
0.0%
750
2.7% 15,900 3.9%
16,500
1.5% 8,900 2.1%
9,100
$ $
2.0%
559,516
399,179
Recommended One Year
Budget Percent
FY -2008 Change
148,430
2.0%
35,830
2.0%
8,670
0.0%
750
0.0%
2,100
100.0%
2.0%
18,420
14,235
2.0%
51,000
10.8%
6,425
2.0%
9,140
2.0%
189,752 38.1%
6,858 70.9%
491,610 15.7%
4.5% 22,325
2.5% 12,312
456,973 14.5%
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Town of Reading FY -'2008 Budget
Public Works
Budget summary (Form A)
Storm Water - 305
Summary: 88 & S9
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures (Revised)
Budget
Percent
Budget Summary FY - 2005
FY - 2006 FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B) 0
0 129,256
139,467
7.90%
Expenses (Form C) 0
0 29,597
32,000
8.12%
Totals 0
0 158,853
171,467
7.94%
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 0.0
0.0 3.5
3.5
0.00%
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions; None.
Overview: Salaries in the Storm Water Division reflect a 2.0% union increase and 2% non -union increase,
plus step increases.
Changes: Expenses have been level- funded. The offset to the enterprise funds is now exclusively in the
DPW Highway budget. FY07 budgets had to be prepared before the new Storm Water enterprise fund was
approved.
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i
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
Public Works
Storm Water - 305
Summary: S8
145
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
FTE Expenditures
FTE Expenditures
FTE
(Revised)
FTE
Budget
Percent
Classification
# FY - 2005
# FY - 2006
#
FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Change
Existing Staff
Supervisor
0.2
13,395
0.2
13,702
2.3%
Working Foreman
0.2
9,436
0.2
9,762
3.5%
Equip.Oper.
1.0.
45,019
1.0
47,753
6.1%
Skilled Laborer
1.0
39,317
100.0%
Laborer
1.4
46,366
0.4
14,397
-68.9%
Mechanic 1
0.1
4,515
0.1
3,491
- 22.7%
ST Seasonal Laborer
0.6
12,254
0.6
11,045
-9.9%
Totals
0.0 0
0.0 0
3.5
130,985
3.5
139,467
6.5%
Source of Funding
%
%
%
%
Water Fund
1,271
Sewer Fund
458
General Fund (Form A)
0
0
129,256
139,467
7.9%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Public Works
Expenses (Form C) Storm Water - 305
Summary: S9
IM
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Classification
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Equipment & Supplies:
Highway
7,000
7,000
0.0%
Outsourced•
Sweeping (Snow & Ice)
25,000
25,000
0.0%
Totals
0
0
32,000
32,000
0.0%
Source of Funding
%
% %
.Water Fund
1,549
Sewer Fund
854
General Fund (Form A)
0
0
29,597
32,000
8.1%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Public Works
Budget Summary (Form A)
Parks & Forestry - 313
Summary: S10 &S11
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures (Revised)
Budget
Percent
Budget Summary
FY - 2005
FY - 2006 FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
300,655
361,708 430,861
435,848
1.16%
Expenses (Form C)
61,489
52,200 49,545
42,592
- 14.03 %
Totals
362,144
413,908 480,406
478,440
-0.41%
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 7.5 7.5 9.8 9.8 0.00%
Commentary
FY08 Signifcant Additions: The StormWater Fee has been added.
Overview. Parks & Forestry Division salaries reflect a 2.0% union increase and 2% non -union increase,
plus step increases.
Changes: Expenses generally reflect a 2.0% increase. Electricity has been increased 10% based on a
recommendation by RMLD.
Outlook: No substantial changes are foreseen at this time.
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Public Works
Salaries and Wages (Form B) Parks & Forestry - 313
Summary: S10
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
(Revised)
FTE
Budget
Percent
Classification .
#
FY - 2005
#
FY - 2006
#
FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Change
$
$
$
$
Supervisor ,
0.5
34,034
0.5
34,984
0.5
35,828
0.5
36,655
2.3%
Foreman
1.0
46,882
1.0
49,141
1.0
51,264
1.0
53,533
4.4%
Working Foreman
2.0
82,229
2.0
87,644
2.0
92,685
2.0
94,522
2.0%
Tree Climber )
1.0
31,288
1.0
38,673
1.0
39,874
1.0
41,465
4.0%
Tree Climber II
Equip.Oper.
1.0
39,600
1.0
40,820
71 0
42,600
10
44,482
4.4%
Skilled Laborer
1.0
36,264
1.0.
52,406
2.0
74,526.
1.0
37,772
-49.3%
Laborer
1.0
2,490
1.0
27,597
1.0
30,618
2.0
62,711
104.8%
Seasonal Laborer
5,765
1.3
32,172
1.3
32,976
2.5%
Overtime
21,196
18,190
4,744
4,839
2.0%
Overtime - Compost
16,296
16,622
2.0%
Longevity
4,444
4,375
4,475
4,375
-2.2%
Grade Adjustments
2,228
2,112
5,780
5,896
2.0%
C
$
$
$
$
Totals
7.5
300;655
7.5
361,708 '
9.8
430,861
9.8
435,848
1.2%
Source of Funding
General Fund (Form A)
300,655
361,708
430,861
435,848
1.2%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Public Works
Parks & Forestry - 313
Expenses(Form C)
Summary:
S11
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Classification
$
$
$
$
Equipment & Supplies
General Supplies
12,664
19,046
Chemicals /Seeds
5,939
4,057
- 31.7 %
Tools /Supplies
3,622
3,694
2.0%
Gravel /Clay /etc,
1,395
1,423'
2.0%
Sod
2,374
2,421
2.0%
Miscellaneous
2,696
2,000
- 25.8%
School & Athletic Fields
5,126
4,229
- 17.5%
Playground Safety Mulch
4,000
4,080
2.0%
Shade Trees
3,750
3,750
0.0%
Uniform /Boots
4,254
4,527
4,254
4,254
0.0%
Licenses
730
1,817
410
410
0.0%
Electricity
927
1,007
1,438
1,582
10.0%
Stormwater Fee
600
100.0%
Outsourced
Contractual Services
54,099
34,262
Stump /Brush Disposal
13,174
13,437
2.0%
Turf Treatment
3,382
3,450
2.0%
Seasonal Staff (Agency)
0
Other
7,554
7,705
2.0%
Police Details
11794
4,521
3,410
3,478
2.0%
Totals
74,468
65,179
62,524
60,571
-3.1%
Source of Fundinq
%
%
%
%
Recreation Revolving Fund
12,979
12,979
12,979
17,979
61,489
52,200
49,545
42,592
-14.0%
General Fund (Form A)
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Public Works
Budget Summary (Form A) Recreation - 317
Summary: S12 & S13
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 0.00%
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None.
Overview: Recreation Division salaries reflect a 2% non -union increase, plus step increases for FY 2008.
The Recreation Division uses the additional revenues to pay back the salaries of the three full -time
positions each year. FY07 salaries are less than the appropriated amount for both the Program Coordinator
and the Principle Clerk positions. The actual increase for the Program Coordinator position is 4.5 % based
on what was actually earned in the prior year.
Changes: The Recreation Division does not anticipate any major changes in FY08. The expenses of
contractual services and other program expenses may vary the most from year to year due to the
availability of contractors to run programs for the Rec. Division. The Recreation Division sees a higher
share of the revenue when the program is run "in- house" versus contracted out.
Outlook: The Recreation Division anticipates an approximate 4% increase in revenues in FY08. This is
based on increases made to program fees. The 4% covers a portion of the 2% step increase on temporary
salaries and step increases for the professional staff which is paid back to the general fund each year.
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Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Budget Summary FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B) 110,198
116,453
122,300
125,030
2.23%
Expenses (Form C) 0
0
0
0
0.00%
Totals 110,198
116,453
122,300
125,030
2.23%
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 0.00%
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None.
Overview: Recreation Division salaries reflect a 2% non -union increase, plus step increases for FY 2008.
The Recreation Division uses the additional revenues to pay back the salaries of the three full -time
positions each year. FY07 salaries are less than the appropriated amount for both the Program Coordinator
and the Principle Clerk positions. The actual increase for the Program Coordinator position is 4.5 % based
on what was actually earned in the prior year.
Changes: The Recreation Division does not anticipate any major changes in FY08. The expenses of
contractual services and other program expenses may vary the most from year to year due to the
availability of contractors to run programs for the Rec. Division. The Recreation Division sees a higher
share of the revenue when the program is run "in- house" versus contracted out.
Outlook: The Recreation Division anticipates an approximate 4% increase in revenues in FY08. This is
based on increases made to program fees. The 4% covers a portion of the 2% step increase on temporary
salaries and step increases for the professional staff which is paid back to the general fund each year.
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
Public Works
Recreation - 317
Summary: S12
Totals 3.0 110,198 3.0 116,453 3.0 122,300 3.0 125,030 2.2%
Source of Funding
General Fund (Form A) 110,198 116,453 122,300 125,030 2.2%
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Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
(Revised)
FTE
Budget
Percent
Classification
#
FY - 2005
#
FY - 2006
#
FY - 2007
#
FY _ 2008
Change
Administrator
1:0
51,913
1.0
54,027
1.0
55,985
1.0
58,451
4.4%
Program Coordinator
1.0
30,658
1.0
32,320
1.0
35,861
1.0
35,998
0.4 %
Principal Clerk
1.0
26,797
1.0
28,683
1.0
29,855
1.0
29,969
0.4%
Grade Adjustment
830
. 1,423
600
612
2.0%
Totals 3.0 110,198 3.0 116,453 3.0 122,300 3.0 125,030 2.2%
Source of Funding
General Fund (Form A) 110,198 116,453 122,300 125,030 2.2%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Public,-Works
Expenses (Form C) Recreation - 317
Summary: S13
152
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
. Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Classification
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Temporary Salaries
60,489
57,776
59,156
60,339
2.0%
Contractual Services
216,088
175,326
200,464
210,487
5.0%
Operating Expenses
Brochure Printing
11,494
12,140
11,996
12,747
6.3%
Rent to School
24,000
25,000
24,000
25,000
4.2%
Program Expenses
59,325
100,901
75,575
79,354
5.0%
DPW Assessment Field Maint.
12,979
14,013
12,979
17,979
38.5%
Other Expenses
6,571
2,543
6,516
5,557
-14.7%
Totals
390,946
387,699
390,686
411,463
5.3%
Source of Funding
Revolving Fund
390,946
387,699
390,686
411,463
General Fund (Form A)
0
0
0 ,
0
0.0%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Public Works
Budget Summary (Form A)
Street Lighting - 325
Summary: S16
Annual
Adopted.
Actual
Actual Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures (Revised)
Budget
Percent
Budget Summary
FY - 2005
FY - 2006 FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
$
$ $
$
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
0
0 0
0
Expenses (Form C)
162,962
178,279 190,000
209,000
10.00%
Totals
162,962
178,279 190,000
209,000
10.00%
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing
0.0
0.0 0.0
0.0
Commentary
Overview. Lighting costs have been increased 10% based
on a recommendation by RMLD.
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Public Works
Expenses (For, C) Street Lighting - 325
Summary: S16
154
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Classification
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Electricity
162,962
178,279
190,000
209,000
10.0%
�r
Totals
162,962
178,279
190,000
209,000
10.0%
Source of Funding
General Fund (Form A)
162,962
178,279
190,000
209,000
10.0%
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154
Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Budget Summary (Form A)
Budget Summary
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
Expenses(Form C)
Totals
Revenue and Staffinq
'Revenue
Appliance Stickers
Bulk Item Stickers
CRT Disposal Stickers
Total Revenue
Staffing
Public Works
Rubbish - 312
Summary: S17
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual .
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
0
0
0
0
1,355, 253
1,401,588
1,440,471
1,458,805
1.27%
1,355, 253
1,401,588
1,440,471
1,458,805
1.27%
12,520
15,020
11,680
13,800
14,460
17,180
19,000
15,820
6,340
7,780
3,310
7,060
33,320
39,980
33,990
36,680
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
Commentary
Overview: Increases reflect contractual obligations for collection, disposal, and curbside recycling as part
of multi -year bids.
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Town of Reading FY -2008 Budget Public Works
Expenses (Form C) Rubbish - 312
Summary: S17
156
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Classification
FY - 2005
FY-2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Collection
611,730
644,350
632,561
643,161
1.7%
Disposal
556,879
579,904
620,568
627,270
1.1%
Curbside Recycling
171,000
161,333
171,342
171,974
0.4%
Miscellaneous Recycling
15,644
16,000
16,000
16,400
2.5%
Totals
1,355,253
1,401,588
1,440,471
1,458,805
1.3%
Source of Funding
General Fund (Form A)
1,355,253
1,401,588
1,440,471
1,458,805
1.3%
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Town of Reading FY • 2008 Budget
Budget Summary (Form A)
Budget Summary
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
Expenses(Form C)
Totals
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing
Commentary
Public Works
Snow & Ice Control - 321
Summary: S18
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent*
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
240,154
112,787
58,804
72,337
23.01%
696,932
468,849
275,923
327,663
18.75%
$
$
$
$
937,086
581,635
334,727
400,000
19.50%
$
$
$
$
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
FY08 Significant Additions: The budget for Sand, Salt and CaCI Supplies have been increased to bring
the Town closer to our recent average total Snow & Ice expenditure (less reimbursements) of over
$500,000.
Overview: The Snow and Ice Removal budget is highly contingent upon the actual weather experience, as
shown on the attached Expenditure History. Fuel expenses reflect increased market prices for gasoline and
diesel.
Changes: None.
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Public Works
Salaries and Wages (Form B) Snow & Ice Control - 321
Summary: S18
HIM
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
FTE Expenditures
FTE Expenditures FTE
(Revised)
FTE Budget
Percent
Classification
# FY - 2005
# FY - 2006 #
FY - 2007
# FY -•2008
Change
Regular Time - Enterprise
30,383
258
9,950
10,199
2.5%
RegularTime - Other
1,186
12,483
1,500
1,538
2.5%
Overtime
208,585
100,045
47,354
60,600
28.0%
Totals
0.0 240,154
0.0 112,787 0.0
58,804
0.0 72,337
23.0%
Source of Fundinq
General Fund (Form A)
240,154
112,787
58,804
72,337
23.0%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget.
Public Works
1`
Expenses (Form C)
Snow & Ice
Control - 321
Summary:
S18
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Classification
FY - 2005
FY -2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Contracted Plowing & Hauling
389,158
156,183
102,328
95,963
-6.2%
Police Details
11,113
1,830
7,409
81000
8.0%
Sand, Salt, CaCI Supplies
428,891
295,009
118,766
198,700
67.3%
Fuel
14,492
15,827
22,418
25,000
11.5%
Fund towards long -term average
{
25,000
100.0%
Totals
843,654
468,849
275,923
327,663
18.8%
Source of Funding
FEMA Reimbursement
146,722
General Fund (Form A)
696,932
468,849
275,923
327,663
18.8%
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SNOW AND ICE EXPENDITURE HISTORY
Fiscal Initial
Year Expenditure - Appropriation
2008 $ 400,000
2007 $ 334,727
2006 $ 581,635 1 324,682
2005 $ 1,083,809 $ 307,086
2004 $ 507,271 $ 276,547
2003 $ 576,300 $ 251,100
2002 $ 214,155 $ 251,100
2001 $ 636,100 $ 226,100
2000 $ 252,219 $ 197,419
1999 $ 291,176 $ 192,301
1998 $ 283,856 $ 187,467
1997 $ 284,442 $ 182,058
1996 $ 677,475 $ 177,614
1995 $ 136,935 $ 175,000
1994 $ 428,680 $ 110,000
1993 $ 344,416 $ 110,000
1992 $ 91,347 $ 150,000
1991 $ 128,915 $ 150,000
AVERAGE:
5-year $592,634 $282,103
10 -year $471,096 $239,586
16-year $407,4211 $204,280
The following reimbursements are noted from Federal a
(1) Federal: $59,863 and State: $61,123
(2) Federal: $80,917
(3) Federal: $87,232
(4) Federal: $121,340
(5) Federal Relief: $146,721
Over / (Under) Net Cost
Appropriation to Town
$ 256,953 $ 581,635
$ 776,723 (6) $ 937,088,
$ 230,724 (4) $ 385,931
$ 325,200 (3) $ 489,068
$ (36,945) $ 214,155 5-year
$ 410,000 (2) $ 655,183
$ 54,800 $ 252,219
$ 98,875 $ 291,176
$ 96,389 $ 283,856
$ 102,384 $ 284,442 10-year
$ 499,861 (1) $ 656,489
$ (38,065) $ 136,935
$ 318,680 $ 428,680
$ 234,416 $ 344,416
$ (58,653) $ 91,347
$ (21,085)- $ 128,915 16-year
$310,531 $521,676 5-year
$231,510 $427,475 10 -year
$203,141 $312,696 16-year
nd State government relief programs:
$ 120,986
$ 80,917
$ 87,232
$ 121,340
$ 146,721
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Public Works
Budget Summary (Form A) Cemetery - 481
Summary: S19 & S20
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None
Overview: The Veterans' Flower Fund will cover the cost of Memorial Day floral grave decorations. The
Town will continue to fund the purchase of flags and markers at a cost of $1,200. The Cemetery budget is
funded by revenue generated from fees, the sale of lots, and perpetual care income. Expenses are
generally level funded except Fuel Oil and Gasoline /Diesel due to rising market prices for petroleum
products.. .
Changes: An increase in the Cemetery Perpetual Care to $100K has reduced the budget by 1.06%
There is an additional $3800 budgeted in supplies for the new storm water fee.
Outlook: There are no anticipated staffing changes needed by this Division in the near -term.
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Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Budget Summary
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
124,282
118,520
149,281
146,057
- 2.16%
Expenses (Form C)
68,038
57,251
39,485
37,736
- 4.43%
Totals
192,320
175,772
188,766
183,793
-2.63%
Revenue and Staffiho
Revenues
Fees- Projected
130,089
140,000
145,000
145,000
Sale of Lots
18,210
47,737
38,199
Total Revenues
$
158,210
$ 192,737
183,199
Staffing
4.5
4.5
5.8
5.8
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None
Overview: The Veterans' Flower Fund will cover the cost of Memorial Day floral grave decorations. The
Town will continue to fund the purchase of flags and markers at a cost of $1,200. The Cemetery budget is
funded by revenue generated from fees, the sale of lots, and perpetual care income. Expenses are
generally level funded except Fuel Oil and Gasoline /Diesel due to rising market prices for petroleum
products.. .
Changes: An increase in the Cemetery Perpetual Care to $100K has reduced the budget by 1.06%
There is an additional $3800 budgeted in supplies for the new storm water fee.
Outlook: There are no anticipated staffing changes needed by this Division in the near -term.
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Public Works
Salaries and Wages (Form B) Cemetery - 481
Summary: S19
162
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
(Revised)
FTE
Budget
Percent
Classification.
#
FY - 2005
#
FY -2006
#
FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Change
Director
0.5
34,034
0:5
34,984
0.5
35,828
0.5
36,655
2.3%
Foreman
1.0
46,856
1.0
49,141
1.0
51,264
1.0
53,534
4.4%
Equipment Operator
1.0
41,796
1.0
21,383
1.0
40,685
1.0
41,656
2.4%
Skilled Laborer
1.0
34,953
1.0
55,762
1.0
36,171
1.0
37,772
4.4%
Laborer
1.0
32,141
1.0
20,431
1.0
29,844
1.0
32,624
9.3%
Overtime
9,866
8,801
7,193
7,337
2.0%
Longevity
2,425
1,750
1,750
1,750
0.0%
Grade Adustments
1,511
1,743
1,233
1,258
2.0%
Snow and Ice Removal
LTS Laborer
10,145
1.3
32,172
1.3
33,471
4.0%
$
$
$
$
Totals
4.5
203,582
4.5
204,139
5.8
236,140
5.8
246,057
4.2%
Source of Funding
%
%
%
%
Cemetery Perpetual Care
79,300
85,619
86,859
100,000
General Fund (Form A)
124,282
118,520
149,281
146,057
-2.2%
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Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Public Works
Expenses (Form C)
Cemetery - 481
Summary: S20
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Classification
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY -2007
FY - 2008
Change
Seasonal Staff - Agency
34,467
17,442
Electricity
748
847
822
904
10.0%
Gasoline/Diesel
5,955
6,382
5,363
5,800
8.1%
Fuel Oil #2
1,612
1,065
1,800
1,800
0.0%
Water
209
52
135
167
23.7%
Stormwater Fee
3,800
100.0%
Small Tools
6,010
6,228
6,000
6,000
0.0%
Auto Parts/Repairs
3,283
3,424
3,500
3,600
0.0%
Masonry
1,185
1,273
2,000
1,800
--10.0%
Building Improvements
704
798
500
500
0.0%,
Lot Repurchases
5,300
1,315
2,000
2,000
0.0%
Grave Liners
5,703
6,273
9,000
6,000
--33.3%
Flags & Markers
1,214
3,999
1,100
1.200
9.1%
Veterans Flowers
4,215
4,256
4,100
4,400
7.3%
Trees/Plants
461
341
400
400
0.0%
Flowers (P.C.)
463
615
600
600
0.0%
Fertilizer (P.C.)
361
359
500
500
0.0%
Chemicals/Fertilizer
193
818
700
700
0.0%
Uniforms/Boots
1,640
1,640
1,640
1,640
0.0%
Postage & Supplies
225
225
0.0%
Licenses
230
125
200
200
0.0%
Totals
73,953
57,251
40,585
42,136
3.8%
Source of Funding
% %
%
Cemetery Perpetual Care
Veterans' Memorial Fund
4,215
1,100
4,400
Special revenue offset
1,700
General Fund (Form A)
68,038
57,251
39,485
37,736
-4.4%
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Accommodated Costs
Special Education Tuition
2,913,536
Reading Public Schools
4,006,127
3,875,700
4,275,000
10.3%
Special Education Transportation
Budget Summary
878,709
958,917
935,000
1,010,300'
8.1%
Fiscal Year 2008
(562,824)
(1,166,722)
(1,446,720)
(1,438,272)
(1,400,000)
-2.7%
Heating of Buildings
460,671
School
959,013
1,005,800
1,018,317
1.2%
Utilities
Annual
Committee
654,548
672,000
Actual
Actual
Actual
Budget
Adopted
5,131,885
5,050,228
Expenditures
Expenditures
Expenditures
Revised
Budget
% .
28,212,973
FY - 2004
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY -2007
FY - 2008
Change
Administration
749,247
847,820
877,088
901,674.
910,914
1.0%
Regular Day
16,930,553
17,562,840
19,078,862
19,959,960
20,548,755
2.9%
Special Needs
7,026,885
7,664,614
7,616,270
7,892,102
8,593,437
8.9%
'Other School Services
801,725
838,044
917,283
941,105
1,058,021
12.4%
Subtotals
25,508,410
26,913,318
28,489,503
29,694,840
31,111,128
4.8%
Custodial / Maintenance
2,986,416
2,982,525
3,238,338
�—
3,568,361
T—
3,676,408
3.0%
$
Totals
$
28,494,826
$
29,895,843
31,727,841
33,263,201
34,787,537
4.6%
Administration
749,247
847,820
877,088
901,674
910,914
1.0%
Regular Day
16,930,553
17,562,840
19,078,862
19,959,960
20,548,755
2.9%
Special Needs
7,026,885
7,664,614
7,616,270
7,892,102
8;593,437
8.9 %
Other School Services
801,725
838,044
917,283
941,105
1,058,021
12.4%
Custodial / Maintenance
2,986,416
2,982,525
3,238,338
3,568,361
3,676,408
3.0%
Totals
28,494,826
29,895,843
31,727,841
33,263,201
34,787,537_ _
4.6%
Accommodated Costs
Special Education Tuition
2,913,536
3,646,857
4,006,127
3,875,700
4,275,000
10.3%
Special Education Transportation
832,510
878,709
958,917
935,000
1,010,300'
8.1%
Less Circuit Breaker
(562,824)
(1,166,722)
(1,446,720)
(1,438,272)
(1,400,000)
-2.7%
Heating of Buildings
460,671
693,108
959,013
1,005,800
1,018,317
1.2%
Utilities
487,971
476,711
654,548
672,000
697,570
3.8%
Total Accommodated Costs
4,131,864
4,528,663
5,131,885
5,050,228
5,601,187
10.9%
Total Schools Less Accommodated
24,362,962
25,367,180
26,595,956
28,212,973
29,186,350
3.5%
164
BUDG -1 February 1, 2007
Reading Public Schools FY - 2008 Budget
Budget Summary (Form A)
Program: Districtwide I Administration
BUDS - 2 February 1, 2007 5
School
Annual
Committee
Actual
Actual
Actual
Adopted
Adopted
Budget
Detail on
Expenditures
Expenditures
Expenditures
Budget
Budget
%
Summa
Form
FY - 2004
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY -2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages
B
437,876
543,020
620,560
588,003
595,933
1.3%
Expenses:
Administration
C
119,191
148,298
160,648
143,671
146,981
2.3%
Professional development
C
106,754
98,702
105,463
98,000
98,000
Utilities
C
83,303
65,800
63,991
72,000
70,000
-2.8%
Total Expenses
309,248
312,800
330,102
313,671
314,981
0.4%
Totals
747,124
855,820
950,662
901,674
910,914
1.0%
BUDS - 2 February 1, 2007 5
Reading Public Schools FY - 2008 Budget Pro -ram: Districtwide / Administration
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
BUDG - 3 February 1, 2007
166
School
(
Annual
Committee
\ -
`
Actual
Actual
Actual
Adopted
Adopted
Expenditures_
Expenditures
Expenditures
Budget
I Budget
% DIP
Classification
#
FY - 2004
#
FY - 2005
#
FY - 2006
#
FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Change Goal
Administration
2.0
237,302
3.0
343,804
3.0
399,049
3.0
360,183
3.0
369,100
2.5%
Clerical
5.2
193,840
5.0
187,216
5.5
207,882
5.5
223,620
5.6
236,833
5.9 %,
Clerical overtime
3,734
4,000
2,879
4,200
-
Extraordinary services
3,000
8,000
10,750
Budget Offset (Grant Support
1( 0,000)
.
$
Totals
7.2
437,876
8.0
543,020
8.5
620,560
8.5
588,003
8.6
595,933
-1.1%
BUDG - 3 February 1, 2007
166
Reading Public Schools FY - 2008 Budget Program: Districtwide 1 Administration
Expenses(Form C)
Administration
Maintenance of Office Equipment
Recruitment
Advertising
Medical services
School Attorney
Financial audit
Computer hardware & supplies
Information mgmt / software
Postage
Contractual services
Office supplies
Printing
In state travel
Dues and memberships
District awards
Equipment / furniture
Totals
Professional Development
Professional development
Tuition reimbursement
Totals
Utilities
Telephone 83,303 65,800 63,991 72,000 70,000
Totals 83,303 65,800 63,991 72,000 70,000
February 1, 2007
BUDG - 4 167
School
Annual
Committee
Actual
Actual
Actual
Adopted
Adopted
Expenditures
Expenditures
Expenditures
Budget
Budget
%
DIP
FY - 2004
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY -2007
FY - 2008
Chan a
Goal
18,045
24,022
26,790
16,000
16,320
2.0%
2,000
2,040
2.0%
20,632
16,637
18,176
20,000
20,000
23,545
17,823
19,700
18,000
18,360
2.0%
8,228
17,588
2,362.
17,000
15,000
-11.8%
10,000
10,000
8,000
10,000
10,000
9b
4,671
5,544
943
6,000
5,000
-16.7%
17,200
2,500
-
- 100.0%
7,143
4,527
8,659
5,771
6,290
9.0%
6,325
7,786
21,525
9,000
19,180
113.1%
9c
7,998
10,451
12,962
11,000
11,000
1,737
.2,183
2,709
3,000
2,689
- 10.4%
41
56
18
100
102
2.0%
10,487
11,158
20,895
18,000
17,000
-5.6%
4c
339
1,651
683
1,500
1,000
- 33.3%
1,672
17,226
3,800
3,000
-21.1%
119,191
148,298
160,648
143,671
146,981
2.3%
36,066
23,702
27,463
23,000
23,000
70,688
75,000
78,000
75,000
75,000
106,754
98,702
105,463
98,000
98,000
Telephone 83,303 65,800 63,991 72,000 70,000
Totals 83,303 65,800 63,991 72,000 70,000
February 1, 2007
BUDG - 4 167
Reading Public School FY - 2008 Budget
Program:
Regular Day
Budget Summary (Form A)
School
Annual
Committee
Actual
Actual
Actual
Budget
Adopted
Budget
Detail on
Expenditures
Expenditures
Expenditures
Revised
Budget
%
DIP
Summary
Form
FY - 2004
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Goal
Salaries and wages
B
15,776,247
16,204,053
17,072,537
18,813,170
19,434,253
3.3%
Expenses:
Technology (software)
18,805
25,500
42,305
65.9%
3a
Technology (hardware /equipment)
63,583
11,986
10,930
-
- 100.0%
8d
Technology (capital)
Instructional services:
Per pupil allocation
C
676,180
789,210
1,136,594
720,760
726,805
0.8%
Curriculum initiatives
177,957
115,999
93,957
70,000
61,400
-12.3%
6a
Professional Development
91,056
94,888
153,381
135,000
117,700
- 12.8%
5a
System wide testing
8,499
5,145
6,983
12,500
12,500
0.0%
7a, 7d
Travel reimbursement
1,029
117
3,157
2,100
2,142
2.0%
Teacher induction program
53,633
57,075
73,569
60,000
61,200
2.0%
11b
General supplies
430
450
Other student services:
Student transportation services
82,264
290,558
71,427
110,000
90,000
- 18.2%
Total expenses
1,154,201
1,352,992
1;570,289
•1,146,790
1,114,502
-2.8%
Totals
16,930,448
17,557,045
18,642,826
19,959,960
20,548,755
2.9%
BUDG - 5
February 1, 2007
.:
Reading Public School FY - 2008 Budget
Program:
Regular Day
s and Wages (Form B)
School
Annual
Committee
Actual
Actual
Actual
Budget
Adopted
Expenditures
Expenditures
Expenditures
Revised
Budget
%
DIP
Classification #
FY - 2004
#
FY - 2005
#
FY - 2006
#
FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Change
Goal
Principal
935,754
11.0
978,840
12.0
1,059,669
12.0
1,120,001
12.0.
1,148,001
2.5%
Teachers 259.4:
13,653,798
261.1
14,072,051
270.2
14,981,556
272.2
16,186,572
272.2
16,746,081
3.5%
5c, 5e, 7d
Curriculum Specialist
1.0
1.0
74,447
1.0
76,000
2.1%
5a
Technology Staff,
3.0.
6.5
318,062
6.5
365,445
14.9%
8d
Educational Assistants
539,483
34.0
548,447
34.9
557,136
32.8
583,620
32.8
619,221
6.1%
Clerical
320,578
11.5
339,516 .
12.5
389,765
12.5
398,774
12.5
409,387
2.7%
Differentials
113,627
67,853
110,452
85,598
87,738
2.5%
Substitute teachers
231,723
.247,434
267,622
248,000
256,680
3.5%
Longevity
75,843
64,628
54,450
52,337
49,400
-5.6%
Vacation buyback
11,499
10,599
15,000
-
- 100.0%
Extraordinary services
12,000
14,250
Sick leave buyback
141,960
168,640
52,438
110,759
76,300
-31.1%
Revenue offset (METCO program)
75,000
36.4%
55,000
129,000
67,018
Revenue offset (kindergarten tuition)
193,000
281356
296,400
325,000
325,000
0.0%
Totals 259.4
15,776,247
317.6
16,204,053
333.6
17,072,537
337.0
18,813,170
337.0
19,434;253
3.3%
BUDG - 6 February 1, 2007
169
Reading Public School FY - 2008 Budget
Program:
Regular Day
33,685
25,041
22,841
-8.8%
Expenses(Form C)
56,031
40,250
.60,258
45,100
School
0.0%
Instructional equipment
47,655
30,206
71,024
63,637
Annual
Committee
General & technology supplies
53,180
80,794
Actual
Actual
Actual
Budget
Adopted
17,237
4,763
182,938
Expenditures
Expenditures
Expenditures
Revised
Budget
%
DIP
Per Pupil Allocation
FY - 2004
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Goal
3,800
0.0%
Subtotal
220,197
225,715
415,313
225,993
227,023
Elementary. Schools:
School building leadership
10,495
9,776
12,519
18,580
15,203
-18.2%
Textbooks and related software
93,768
122,973
76,090
65,658
80,450
22.5%
Instructional equipment
88,200
90,367
85,760
66,703
83,719
25.5%
General & technology supplies
54,275
126,244
156,377
120,014
113,029
-5.8%
Instructional technology
14,072
4,710
70,464
17,417
13,300
-23.6%
Library
19,958
14,311
19,879
25,700
14,740
-42.6%
Guidance
21613
2,033
2,616
5,900
3,850
- 34.7%
Understanding disabilities
15,000
15,000
0
20,000
20,000
0.0%
Subtotal
298,381
385,414
423,705
339,972
344,291
1.30/6-
3d, 5a
Middle Schools:
School building leadership
13,466
22,555
4,187
13,481
5,320
-60.5%
Textbooks and related software
38,113
18,189
30,415
32,033
30,850
-3.7%
Instructional equipment
33,574
35,552
43,006
34,735
46,000
32.4%
General & technology supplies
47,745
83,191
58,601
38,307
38,852
1.4%
Instructional technology
15,919
11,167
152,832
25,915
24,665
48%
Library
7,667
7,111
5,719
9,500
9,000
-5.3%
Guidance
1,118
316
2,816
824
804
-2.4%
Subtotal .
157,602.
178,081
297,576
154,795
155,491
0.4%
3d, 5a, 5d
High School:
School building leadership
35,054
54,533
33,685
25,041
22,841
-8.8%
Textbooks and related software
56,031
40,250
.60,258
45,100
45,100
0.0%
Instructional equipment
47,655
30,206
71,024
63,637
74,670
17.3%
General & technology supplies
53,180
80,794
43,762
58,200
58,612
0.7%
Instructional technology
17,237
4,763
182,938
10,015
10,000
-0.1%
Library
6,757
11,463
18,506
20,200
12,000
-40.6%
Guidance
4,283
3,706
5,140
3,800
3,800
0.0%
Subtotal
220,197
225,715
415,313
225,993
227,023
0.5% 3d, 5a, 5c, 5e
676,180
789,210
1,136,594
720,760
726,805
0.8%
BUDG -7 February 1, 2007
170
Reading Public School FY - 2008 Budget
Program: Special Education
9udget Summary (Form A)
School
Annual
Committee
Actual
Actual
Actual
Adopted
Adopted
Budget
Detail on
Expenditures
Expenditures
Expenditures
Budget
Budget
%
Summary
Form
FY - 2004
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and wages
B
3,542,112
3,966,188
3,737,646
4,154,274
4,310,259
3.8%
Expenses:
Administration
C
78,519
111,839
125,649
113,400
118,668
4.6%
Medical / therapeutic services
C
113,616
95,025
126,537
146,500
163,430
11.6%
Instructional materials
D
8,198
4,497
17,487
10,000
15,300
53.0%
Instructional equipment
D
43,917
57,476
36,471
50,000
51,000
2.0%
Consulting services
D
33,518
55,560
22,254
28,000
32,980
17.8%
Transportation
D
832,510
878,709
958,917
935,000
1,010,300
8.1%
Tuition
D
2,366,212
.2,495,635
2,574,907
2,454,928
2,891,500
17.8%
Total expenses
3,476,490
3,698,741
3,862,222
3,737,828
4,283,178
14.6%
{ Totals
7,018,602
7,664,929
7,599,868
7,892,102
8,593,437
8.9%
BUDG - 8 February 1, 2007
Reading Public School FY - 2008 Budget
Program:
Special Education
Salaries and Wanes (Form B)
School
Annual
Committee
Actual
Actual
Actual
Budget
Adopted
Expenditures
Expenditures
Expenditures
Revised
Budget
%
DIP
Classification #
FY - 2004
#
FY - 2005
#
FY - 2006
#
FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Chance
Goal
$
$
$
$
Director 1.5
125,358
1.5
117,449
1.5
134,004
2.5
206,046
2.5
213,257
3.5%
Teachers 40.5
2,109,569
42.9
2,311,948
43.0
2,202,543
43.9
2,496,254
44.5
2,566,149
2.8%
5b
Differentials
12,232
18,483
17,079
10,559
17,079
61.7%
Substitute teachers
6,462
3,350
7,440
7,200
7,344
2.0%
Educational assistants 77.1
1,225,708
77.1
1,388,614
72.0
1,266,935
74.0
1,324,293
74.0
1,407,987
6.3%
5b
Nurse
863
1.0
30,372
1.0
19,127
1.0
32,221
1.0
37,486
163%
Tutors 0.9
15,215
0.9
15,748
0.9
16,066
0.9
16,869
0.9
17,319.
2.7%
Home / hospital tutoring
63,147
17,215
20,370
20,000
20,400
2.0%
Extended year program
46,315
100,323
75,000
90,312
20.4%
Clerical 2.7
74,884
2.7
76,398
2.7
80,081
4.0
121,315
4.0
124,627
2.7%
Longevity
5,385
3,735
3,678
5,286
5,300
0.3%
Vacation buyback
1,789
Extraordinary Services
1,500
Sick leave buyback
6,561
6,232
Extended year offset
5( 000)
17( 000)
17,000
0.0%
_
Budget offset (RISE progra2�_
20,000
(20,000)
75,000
8( 0,000)
120,000
50.0%
Budget offset (tuition)
(80,000)
(50,000)
50,000
7( 0,000)
(60,000)
-14.3%
Totals 122.7
3,542,112
126.1.
3,966,188
121.1
3,737,646
126.3
4,154,274
126.9
4,310,259
3.8%
172 BUDG - 9 February 1, 2007
Reading Public School FY - 2008 Budget Program: Special Education
Expenses (Form C)
Administration
Maint. of office equipment
Legal services
Medicaid program
Postage
Office supplies
Printing
Professional development
Travel reimbursement
Dues and membership
Office equipment
Totals
Medical I Therapeutic Services
Physical therapy
Occupational therapy
Speech therapy
Vision services
Hearing services
Physical therapy supplies
Psychologist supplies
Speech therapy supplies
Hearing Equipment & Supplies
Vision Equipment & Supplies
Tutoring services
Totals
Annual
Actual Actual Actual Adopted
Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures Budget
FY - 2004 FY - 2005 FY - 2006 FY - 2007
School
Committee
Adopted
Budget % DIP
FY - 2008 Change Goal
116
4,555
3,968
4,000
5,280
32.0%
20,767
51,955
39,653
50,000
51,000
2.0%
8,124
27,726
40,020
35,000
35,700
2.0%
1,836
1,430
1,673
5,400
5,508
2.0%
8,438
838
3,423
2,000
3,840
92.0%
126
14
147
0
0
18,219
16,965
27,810.
10,000
10,200
2.0%
5b
2,601
2,270
3,975
3,500
3,570
2.0%
1,311
2,025
2,258
1,500
1,530
2.0%
16,981
4,089
2,722
2,000
2,040
2.0%
78,519
111,839
125,649
113,400
118,668
4.6%
1,405
4,524
8,672
22,500
22,950
2.0%
5,344
3,974
10,614
18,000
18,360
2.0%
725
3,279
2,272
3,000
3,060
2.0%
69,207
52,161
55,053
60,000
63,000
5.0%
5b
17,949
15,500
24,760
25,000
30,000
20.0%
5b
1,207
2,683
2,803
2,000
2,340
17.0%
5b
8,916
3,575
3,767
3,000
3,060
2.0%
5b
4,363
338
2,051
3,000
3,560
18.7%
5b
5,297
10,907
5,000
12,000
140.0%
5b
955
1,681
1,000
1,020
2.0%
5b
4,500
2,739
3,957
4,000
4,080
2.0%
113,616
95,025
126,537
146,500
163,430
11.6%
BUDG -10 February 1, 2007 3
Reading Public School FY - 2008 Budget
Program:
Special Education
Expenses(Form D)
School
Adopted
Committee
Actual
Actual
Actual
Budget
Adopted.
Expenditures
Expenditures
Expenditures
Revised
Budget
%
DIP
FY - 2004
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Goal
Instructional Technology
Adaptive technology
43,917
57,476
36,471
50,000
51,000
2.0%
5b
$
$
$
$
Totals
43,917
57,476
36,471
50,000
51,000
2.0%
Instructional Materials
Resource supplies
8,198
4,497
17,487
10,000
15,300
53.0%
.5b
Totals
8,198
4,497
17,487
10,000
15,300
53.0%
Other Services
Consultations
23,780
49,558
21,779
18,000
22,780
26.6%
5b
Independent evaluations
9,738
6,002
475
10,000
10,200
2.0%
Totals
33,518
55,560
22,254
28,000
32,980
17.8%
Transportation
Transportation
832,510
878,709
889,814
900,000
969,000
7.7%
Transportation = parent
69,103
35,000
41,300
18.0%
$
$
$
$
$
Totals
832,510
878,709
958,917
935,000
1,010,300
8.1%
Tuition
Tuition - collaboratives / public
753,877
963,670
1,075,774.
940,000
985,000
4.8%
Tuition - private schools
2,159,659
2,683,187
2,930,353
2,935,700
3,290,000
12.1%
Collaborative (dues) ,
15,500
15,500
15,500
17,500
16,500
-5.7%
Revenue Offset (Circuit Breaker)
562,824
1,166,722
1,446,720
1,438,272
1,4( 00,000)
-2.7%
Totals
2,366,212
2,495,635
2,574,907
2,454,928
2,891,500
17.8%
174 BUDG -11 February 1, 2007
Reading Public Schools FY - 2008 Budget
budget Summary (Form A)
Budget
Summary
Salaries and wages
Expenses:
Health services
Athletic services
Other student activities
Total expenses
Totals
Program: Other School Services
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February 1, 2007
175
School
Annual
Committee.
Actual
Actual
Actual
Adopted
Adopted
Detail on
Expenditure s
Expenditures
Expenditures
Budget
Budget
%
Form
*
FY - 2004
FY - 2005
FY - 2005
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
B
571,750
594,143
647,087
693,286
806,057
16.3%
C
18,298
18,724
23,355
20,700
20,303
-1.9%
C
194,088
208,553
169,506
208,319
212,485
2.0%
C
17,589
16,624
33,124
18,800
19,176
2.0%
229,975
243,901
225,985
247,819
251,964
1.7%,
801,725
838,044
873,072
941,105
1,058,021
12.4%
BUDG -12
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175
Reading Public Schools FY - 2008 Budget
Program:
Other School Services
8,864
1.0
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
1.0
50,715
1.0
School
2.5%
Nurses 6.8
208,880
Annual
Committee
Actual
Actual
Actual
Adopted
Adopted
Expenditures
Expenditures
Expenditures
Budget
Budget %
Classification # FY - 2004 #
FY - 2005
# FY - 2006 #
FY - 2007
# FY - 2008 Change
$
$
$
$
12,288
Health Services:
Director 0.2
8,563
0.2
8,864
1.0
49,000
1.0
50,715
1.0
51,983
2.5%
Nurses 6.8
208,880
6.8
241,773
7.0
257,418
7.0
261,312
7.0
352,561
34.9%
Nurse Substitutes
6,486
6,616
2.0%
Clerical 0.5
12,288
0.5
12,908
0.5
13,110
0.5
14,081
0.5
14,945
6.1%
Extraordinary Services
500
Totals 7.5
229,731
7.5
263,545
8.5
320,028
8.5
332,594
8.5
426,105
28.1%
Athletic Services:
Director 0.7
57,428
0.7
60,932
0.7
_ 6� 2,280
0.7
64,499
0.7
66,111
2.5%
Coaches
261,594
281,334
285,447
322,851
332,227
2.9%
Clerical 0.5
15,288
0.5
14,408
0.5
13,836
0.5
14,081
0.5
14,945
6.1%
Extraordinary Services
1,500
1,000
Clerical (user fees)
3,000
3,000
3,200
Custodial
2,455
2,453
4,671
4,696
4,790
2.0%
Budget offset (revenue)
20,000
20,000
20,500
25,000
25,000
0.0%
Budget offset (user fees)
43,000
78,000
(78,000)
85,000
85,000
0.0%
Totals 1.2
275,265
1.2
264,127
1.2
271,734
1.2
296,127
1.2
311,273
5.1%
Extra Curricula Activities:
Extra curricula
42,142
54,972
48,649
56,937
59,360
4.3%
Coordinator 03
24,612
0.3
25,899
0.3
26,676
0.3
27,628
.0.3
28,319
2.5%
Budget offset (revenue)
14,400
10,000
(4,000)
(4,000)
0.0%
Budget offset (user fees)
0
10,000
16,000
15,000
-6.3%
Totals 0.3
66,754
0.3
66,471
0.3
55,325
0.3
64,565
0.3
68,679
6.4%
TOTAL 9.0
571,750
9.0
594,143
10.0
647,087
10.0
693,286
10.0
806,057
16.3%
BUDG -13 February 1, 2007
176
Readinq Public Schools FY - 2008 Budget Program: Other School Services
Exaenses(Form C)
School
Annual
Committee
Actual
Actual
Actual
Adopted
Adopted
Expenditures
Expenditures
Expenditures
Budget
Budget
% DIP
Health Services
FY - 2004
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change Goal
Physician
7,859
7,859
7,859
8,500
7,859
-7.5%
Postage
111
259
4
550
561
2.0%
Office supplies
601
686
600
612
2.0% "
Medical supplies
3,785
5,918.
8,325
6,500
6,630
2.0%
Professional development
2,207
834
1,041
1,200
1,224
2.0%
Travel reimbursement
236
223
386
350
357
2.0%
Vision testing equipment
4,100
1,442
2,142
1,500
1,530
2.0%
Equipment
1,588
2,912
1,500
1,530
2.0%
Totals
18,298
18,724
23,355
20,700
20,303
-1.9%
Athletic Services
Maintenance of equipment
7,512
8,433
3,112
8,500
8,670
2.0%
Maintenance of fields
6,027
4,953
5,900
4,000
4,080
2.0%
Rental of facilities
33,160
36,644
30,916
39,900
40,698
2.0%
Transportation
53,133
63,057
57,955
64,000
65,280
2.0%
Athletic officials
41,987
50,614
37,477
48,699
49,673
2.0%
Crowd monitors
4,670
3,791
3,362
4,500
4,590
2.0%
Athletic supplies
2,262
3,967
10,918
1,500
14,000
833.3%
Dues and memberships
2,600
2,395
2,290
2,720
2,774
2.0%
Awards
1,323
2,554
1,045
2,500
2,550
• 2.0%
Equipment
41,414
32,145
16,531
32,000
20,170
- 37.0%
Totals
194,088
208,553
169,506
208,319
212,485
2.0%
Other Student Activities
Maintenance of equipment
250
500
510
2.0%
Rental of facilities
1,844
182
500
510
2.0%
Transportation
7,047
5,366
8,536
7,000
7,140
2.0%
Office supplies
669
1,020
500
510
2.0%
Band / Music
750
5,000
950
3,100
3,162
2.0%
Drama productions
2,893
1,906
3,350
.3,100
3,162
2.0%
Training
1,500
550
600
1,000
1,020
2.0%
Entry fees
646
565
1,116
1,100
1,122
2.0%
Equipment
2,909
2,136
17,552
2,000
2,040
2.0%
Totals
17,589
16,624
33,124
18,800
19,176
2.0%
177
BUDG -14 February 1, 2007
Reading Public Schools FY - 2008 Budget
Program:
Custodial / Maintenance
Budget Summary (Form A)
School
Adopted
Committee
Actual
Actual
Actual
Budget
Adopted
Budget
Detail on
'Expenditures
Expenditures
Expenditures
Revised
Budget
%
Summary
Form
FY - 2004
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages
B
1,073,395
1,163,335
1,162,680
1,128,161
1,153,865
2.3%
Expenses:
Heating of buildings
C
460,671
693,108,
959,013
1,005,800
1,018,317
1.2%
Utilities
C
487,971
476,711
654,548
672,000
697,570
3.8%
Maintenance of buildings
C
875,189
570,776
559,705
516,300
526,626
2.0%
Custodial services
C
89,190
78,595.
254,118
246,100
275,030
11.8%
Office Supplies
4,634
4,000
Office Equipment
6,107
1,000
Total Expenses
1,913,021
1,819,190
2,438,125
2,440,200
2,522,543
3.4%
Totals
2,986,416
2,982,525
3,600,805
3,568,361
3,676,408
3.0%
BUDG -15 February 1, 2007
178
Reading Public Schools FY - 2008 Budget Program: Custodial ( Maintenance
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
BUDG -16 February 1, 20017 9
School
Annual
Committee
Actual
Actual
Actual
Budget
Adopted
Expenditures
Expenditures
Expenditures
Revised
Budget
%
DIP
Classification
#
FY - 2004
#
FY - 2005
#
FY - 2006
#
FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Change
Goal
Directors
2.0
124,492
2.0
130,470
2.0
119,449
2.0
145,290
3.0
200,120
37,7%
10c, 10g
Custodians
24.8
813,667
27.2
894,123
29.2
893,718
24.0
909,302
23.0
887,162
-2.4%
10b
Custodians (substitutes)
43,274
45,585
43,569
39,000
39,780
2.0%
Clerical
1.9
56,860
1.9
59,383
1.0
32,872
1.0
33,950
1.0
34,788
2.5%
Overtime
92,402
97,214
91,172
67,969
69,328
2.0%
Longevity
7,700
8,100
6,400
7,650
7,687
0.5%
Sick leave buyback
2,760
0
Extraordinary Services
500
Budget offset (rental fees)
65,000
(74,300)
(25,000)
7( 5,000)
(85'000)
13.3%
Totals
28.7
1,073,395
31.1
1,163,335
32.2
1,162,680
27.0
1,128,161
27.0
1,153,865
.2.3%
BUDG -16 February 1, 20017 9
Reading Public Schools FY - 2008 Budget
Program:
Custodial / Maintenance
170,600
Expenses(Form C1
76,431
65,907
64,935
60,000
School
8,244
6,654
7,496
7,500
Annual
Committee
5,770
Actual
Actual
Actual
Budget
Adopted
113
Expenditures
Expenditures
Expenditures
Revised
Budget
Heatind of Buildings
FY - 2004
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
89,190
78,595
254,118.
246,100
275,030
Heating oil
182,549
0
Natural gas
278,122
693,108
959,013
1,005,800
993,317
Energy Management Expenses
25,000
Totals
460,671
693,108
959,013
1,005,800
1,018,317
Utilities
Water supply / sewer disposal
Electricity
Energy Management Expenses
Totals
Maintenance of Buildings
Maintenance Operations
Building Repairs
Building improvements (capital)
Maintenance technology
Equipment
Totals
Custodial Services
Cleaning Services
Custodial supplies
Clothing allowance
Fuel
Professional development
Travel reimbursement
Totals
72,553 51,640 71,461 87,000 104,032
415,418 425,071 583,087 585,000 583,538
10,000
487,971 476,711 654,548 672,000 697,570
% DIP
Change Goal
-1.2% 10g
. 10g
1.2%
19.6%
-0.2% 10g
log_ .
3.8%
531,318 570,776 125,000 130,500 133,110 2.0%
377,205 382,500 390,150 2.0%
343,871 0 17,500
3,300 3,366 2.0%
40,000 -
875,189 570,776 559,705 516,300 526,626 2.0%
14.5% 10b
2.0% 10d
0.0%
0.0%
2.0% 10d
602.0%
11.8%
180 BUDG -17 February 1, 2007
170,600
170,600
195,310
76,431
65,907
64,935
60,000
61,200
8,244
6,654
7,496
7,500
7,500
4,489
5,770
7,406
7,000
7,000
113
500
510
26
264
3,568
500
3,510
$
$
$
$
89,190
78,595
254,118.
246,100
275,030
14.5% 10b
2.0% 10d
0.0%
0.0%
2.0% 10d
602.0%
11.8%
180 BUDG -17 February 1, 2007
Reading Public Schools FY - 2008 Budget
Budget Summary (Form A)
Program., Building Maint. (Town Bldgs)
TBLDG -1
February 1, 2007
181
School
Annual
Committee
Actual
Actual
Actual
Budget
Adopted
Budget
Detail on
Expenditures
Expenditures
Expenditures
Revised
Budget
%
Summary
Form
FY - 2004
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages
B
141,107
143,842
144,340
141,311
145,522
3.0%
Expenses:
Heating of buildings
C
92,866
130,853
157,489
125,000
139,721
11.8%
Utilities
C
129,504
129,490
154,632
145,371
153,743
5.8%
Maintenance of buildings
C
192,794
182,373
194,155
147,150
150,093
2.0%
Custodial services
C
19,119
14,086
8,265
74,700
72,424
-3.0%
Total Expenses
434,283
456,802
514,541
492,221
515,981
4.8%
Totals
575,390
600,644
658,881
633,533
661,503
4.4%
TBLDG -1
February 1, 2007
181
Reading Public Schools FY - 2008 Budget
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
Classification
Custodians
Overtime
Longevity
Totals
W'M
Program: Building Maint. (Town Bldgs)
TBLDG - 2
February 1, 2007
School
Annual
Committee
Actual
Actual
Actual
Budget
Adopted
Expenditures
Expenditures
Expenditures
Revised
Budget
%
# FY - 2004
# FY - 2005 #
FY - 2006
# FY - 2007
# FY - 2008
Change
3.0 103,488
3.0 106,342 3.0
107,133
3.0 109,811
3.0 113,422
3.3%
_ 36,519
36,150
35,757
30,000
30,600
2.0%
_ 1,100
1,350
1,450
1,500
1,500
0.0%
$
$
$
$
$
3.0 141,107
3.0 143,842 3.0
144,340
3.0 141,311
3.0 145,522
3.0%
TBLDG - 2
February 1, 2007
Reading _Public Schools FY - 2008 Budges
Excenses(Form C)
Heating of Buildings
Natural gas
Energy Management Expenses
Totals
Utilities
Water supply / sewer disposal
Electricity
Energy Management Expenses
Totals
Maintenance of Buildings
Regular Maintenance
Building Repairs
Totals
Custodial Services
Cleaning services
Custodial supplies
Clothing allowance
Travel Reimb
Totals
Code
5213 -000
Program: Building Maint. (Town Bldgs)
TBLDG - 3 February 1, 2007
Sl
$
$
School
$
$
Annual
Committee
Actual
Actual
Actual
Budget
Adopted
Expenditures
Expenditures .
Expenditures
Revised
Budget
%
FY - 2004
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Chance
145,081
136,186
137,930
1.3%
92,866
130,853
157,489
125,000
134,721
7.8%
5,000
92,866
130,853
157,489
125,000
139,721
11.8 %
TBLDG - 3 February 1, 2007
Sl
$
$
$
$
$
5231 -000
9,204
8,253
9,551
9,186
12,813
39.5%
5211 -000
120,300
121,237
145,081
136,186
137,930
1.3%
3,000
129,504
129,490
154,632
145,371
153,743
5.8%
5245 -000
192,794
182;373
194,155
36,788
37,523
2.0%
110,363
112,570,
2.0%
192,794
182,373
194,155
147,150
150,093
2.0%
56,484
57,600
57,600
55,000
-4.5%
5450 -000
18,868
13,007
7,327
15,000
15,300
2.0%
5477 -000
251
915
784
900
900
5713 -000
164
154
1,200
1,224
2.0%
19,119
14,086
8,265.
74,700
72,424
-3.0%
TBLDG - 3 February 1, 2007
Sl
Enterprise Funds
Use of Reserves • (1,000,000)
Net Enterprise Funds 8,310,275
Reserve Fund levels
Water 1,441,598 1,441,598
Sewer 952,035 952,035
Projected Percent Estimated Percent
FY - 2009 08 to '09 FY-20110. 09 to '10
604,350
4.00%
Adopted
4.00%
412107 0:00
(Revised)
No.
7.00%
FY - 2007
49.21%
2,170,950
11.44 %.
136,000
Water
360,000
W1
Salaries and Wages
713,494
W2
Expenses
2,766,630
W3
Debt Service
940;377
W4
Capital Outlay
11,784,191
W5
__152;000
Water Fund
4,572,501
0
Reserves
(400,000)
Net Water Fund
4,172,501
Sewer
X1
Salaries and Wages
244,470
X2
Expenses
3,848,098
X3
Debt Service
83,677
X4
Capital Outlay
204,000
X5
Sewer Fund
4,380,245
Reserves
(600,000)
Net Sewer Fund
3,780,245
Storm Water_
Y1
Salaries and Wages
60,029
Y2
Expenses
17,500
Y3
Debt Service
Y4
Capital Outlay
280,000
Y5
IStorm Water Fund
357,529
Enterprise Funds
9,310,275
Use of Reserves • (1,000,000)
Net Enterprise Funds 8,310,275
Reserve Fund levels
Water 1,441,598 1,441,598
Sewer 952,035 952,035
Projected Percent Estimated Percent
FY - 2009 08 to '09 FY-20110. 09 to '10
604,350
4.00%
628,524
4.00%
2,832,078
7.00%
3,030,324
7.00%
1,948,085
49.21%
2,170,950
11.44 %.
136,000
- 51.77%
360,000
164.71%
5,520,513
14.64%
6,189,798
12.12%
5,520,513 14.64% 6,189,798 12.12%
274,565
4.00%
285,548
4.00%
4,234,183
7.00%
4,530,575
7.00%
175,657
- 2.63%
170,912
- 2.70%
322,000
192.73%
360,000
11.80%
5,006,405
10.97%
5,347,035
6.80%
5,006,405 10.97% 5,347,035 6.80%
64;567
4.00%
67,150
4.00%
18,886
7.00%
20,207
7.00 %
180,000
- 31.30%
160,000
- 11.11•%
263,453
- 22.91%
247,358
- 6.11%
10,7901371
11.60%
11,784,191
0
0
1.0,790,371 11.60% 11,784,191
1,441,598 1,441,598
952,035. 952,035
FY09.10 Assumptions:
4.00% Wages 4.00%
7.00% Expenses 7.00%
Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Public Works
Budget Summary (Form A)
Water - 400 & 405
Summary:
W1, W2 & W3
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Budget Summary
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
.Salaries and Wages (Form B)
808,069
820,287
713,494
581,106
- 18.55%
Expenses (Form C)
1,477,076
1,740,128
3,707,007
3,952,381
6.62%
Totals
2,285,145
2,560,415
4,420,501
4,533,487
2.56%
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing
16.5
16.5
16.5
11.5
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: FY08 will be the first full year of 100% water purchased from the MWRA.
A total of $1,543,149 is budgeted for the purchase of this water. In addition, long -term financing of the buy -
in rights are also included in the debt portion of this budget.
Overview: FY08 costs have increased 2.56% over FY07 costs. Major factors are the MWRA water costs
and debt service.
Changes; Salaries for Water Department staff reflect 2% union increase and 2% non -union increase plus
step increases for both. Expenses reflect a 2% increase with certain exceptions. Assessments for support
services received from other Town organizations reflect formulaic increases. The reduction of five full -time
Water Treatment Plant employees is due to the full MWRA water service and shut -down of the Louanis'
Water Treatment Plant, Substantial reductions have been made in Water Treatment expenses as a result of
suspending the production of water from the treatment plant facility.
Outlook: The water enterprise fund will realize some cost increases over the next few years. The buy -in
cost of MWRA water system membership, the cost of MWRA water, and maintaining the wells as an
emergency backup to the MWRA system per DEP requirements will contribute to these increases.
29 -Mar -07
185
Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Public Works
Salaries and Wages (Form B) Water - 400 & 405 ('
:.
Summary:
W1
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
Expenditures ,
FTE
(Revised)
FTE
Budget
Percent
Classification
#
FY - 2005
#
FY - 2006
#
FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Change,
Water Supply:
6.0
364,824
6.0
359,136
6.0
243,753
1.0
82,484
- 66.2%
Supervisor
1.0
70,010
1.0
72,809
1.0
75,442
1.0.
78,384
3.9%
Chief WTP Operator
1.0
54,163
1.0
55,486
1.0
56,410
0
- 100.0%
WTP Operator IV
3.0
147,159
3.0
148,691
3.0
155,418
0
- 100.0%
WTP Operator IIIOIT
1.0
14,426
1.0
1.0
38,792
0
- 100.0%
WTP Operator III
WTP Operator II
25,527
Overtime
51,629
80,375
54,435
4,600
-91.5%
Grade Adjustments
816
549
354
0
- 100.0%
Shift Differiential
2,691
1,858
3,246
0
- 100.0%
Snow & Ice Removal
1,597
(632)
500
5( 00)
0.0%
Fall Town Meeting adjustment
(139,844)
0
- 100.0%
Water Distribution:
10.5
443,245
1.0.5
461,151
10.5
469,742
10.5
498,622
6.1%
Supervisor
0.5
33,029
0.5
32,698
0.5
33,488
0.5
34,253
2.3%
Foreman
1.0
46,375
1.0
36,422
1.0
51,264
1.0
53,534
4.4%
Working Foreman
2.0
84,287
2.0
88,345
2.0
92,178
2.0
96,251
4.4%
Equipment Operator
3.0
111,562
3.0
119,676
3.0
126,044
3.0
133,291
5.7%
Skilled Laborer
2.0
71,682
2.0
63,794
1.0
$7,627
2.0
75,950
101.8%
Laborer
1.0
29,399
1.0
31,467
2.0
67,101
1.0
31,654
- 52.8%
Clerk
0.5
-0.5.
14,167
0.5
13,835
0.5
15,230
0.5
15,905
4.4%
Seasonal Laborer
6,937
0.5
8,705
0.5
8,251
0.5
8,416
2.0%
Overtime
49,735
64,162
27,514
37,603
36.7%
On -call Premium
8,645
8,645
0.0%
Longevity
7,675
7,100
7,100
7,775
9.5%
Grade Adjustments
762
643
1,800
1,845
2.5%
Snow & Ice Removal
12,365
5,696
_ 6,500
6,500
0.0%
Totals
16.5
808,069
16.5
820,287
16.5
713,494
11.5
581,106
X18.6%
Source of Funding
$
$
$
$
Enterprise Fund (Form A)
808,069
820,287
713,494
581,106
-18.6%
29 -Mar -07
:.
Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Expenses(Form C)
Public Works
Water - 400 & 405
Summary; W2 & W3
29 -Mar -07
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Classification
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Chanoe
Water Supply:
622,108
1,106,488
2,109,685
.1,760,929
-16.5%
Electricity
141,895
160,103
158,055
39,514
- 75.0%
Heating Fuel
24,483
25,082
36,600
. 0
- 100.0%
Telephone
1,009
404
3,152
3,215
2.0%
Supp's & Treat Chem
167,185
165,506
162,085
0
- 100.0%
Equip Sery & Lab Test
84,691
171,155
82,805
10,000.
- 87.9%
Well Field Supplies
3,393
2,133
1,704
10,000
486.9%
Well Field Maint.
43,947
55,352
62,611
63,863
2.0%
IDSE Engineering & Sampling
65,000
0
5,700
100.0%
Legal
12,963
0
0
0.0%
MWRA System Connection
10,000
30,000
25,000
0
- 100.0%
MWRA Water
255,242
1,538,000
1,543,149
0.3%
Water Supply Protect.
25,547
40,500
25,625
15,000
-41.5%
MWRA Permit & Test
10,973
10,661
11,452
10,028
-12.4%
( MWRA Sewer Discharge
108,985
103,297
132,052
60,000
-54.6%
Other Contract Services
9,090
Fall Town Meeting adjustment
129,456
0
- 100.0%
Stormwater fee
0
460
100.0%
Water Distribution:
113,119
132,171
172,206
175,998
2.2%
Electricity
7,119
8,162
8,052
8,857
10.0%
Natural Gas
311
328
400
400
0.0%
Cont Svc - Systems
12,792
14,635
14,928
2.0%
Cont Svc - Main Pipe /Hydrant
9,860
11,708
11,942
2.0%
Cont Svc - Service Pipe /Meter
7,078
7,318
7,464
2.0%
General Supplies \Sere
16,765
15,289
25,735
26,250
2.0%
Main /Hydrant Repairs
25,602
23,853
31,890
32,528
2.00/.
Serv. /Meter Supplies
52,228
39,728
47,818
48,774
2.0%
Cross Conn. Prog.
4,400
4,600
8,300
8,300
0.00/6
Police Details
4,885
4,103
10,250
10,455
2.0%
Uniforms /Boots
1,384
5,873
5,400
5,400
0.0%
Licenses
425
505
700
700
0.0%
Totals (To Page 2)
622,108
1,106,488
2,109,685
1,936,927
-8.2%
29 -Mar -07
Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Expenses(Form C)
Classification
Totals (From Page 1)
General:
DPW: Administration (S1)
DPW: Engineering (S3)
DPW: Equipment Maint. (S5 & S6)
DPW: Storm Water
ACC /FIN: (M1 -M2; N1 -N6; N9 -N10)
General Administration (Q13)
Legal (Q15)
Liability Insurance (F1)
Haz. Waste Coll. Program
Purchase Services -Wakefield
Primacy Assessment
Professional Development
Medical Exams
Benefits
Health /Life Insurance (B1)
Workers' Compensation Ins. (B2)
Pension (B4)
Medicare /Social Security (B6)
Fall Town Meeting adjustment
Debt Service
Totals
Source of Funding %
Enterprise Fund (Form A)
..1
Actual
Expenditures
FY - 2005
$
622,108.
322,443
194,709
60,163
4,842
14,376
31,152
4,335
5,216
5,756
1,894 .
313,903
194,850
21,477
93,351
4,225
10IM P►'E•Ti;
Water - 400 & 405
Summary: W2 & W3
Actual
Expenditures
FY - 2006
$
1,106,488
305,030
202,179
63,468
9,112
1,500
6,624
7,551
5;528
5,934
3,134
328,610
212,583
15,882
95,793
4,352
Annual
Adopted
Budget
(Revised)
FY - 2007
2,109,685
359,899
108,956
92,304
22,900
2,820
66,958
10,450
18,000
6,955
15,000
6,458
6,098
3,000
297,046
236,791
26,682
86,913
4,932
58,272
218,622 940,377
1,477,076 1,740,128 3,707,007
1,477,076
1,740,128
3,707,007
Recommended
Budget Percent
FY - 2008 Change
1,936,927 -8.2%
406,712
13.0%
84,928
--22.1%
94,339
2.2%
28,885
26.1%
5,425
- 100.0%
97,932
46.3%
14,061
34.6%
.15,000
-16.7%
40,755
486.0%
15,000
0.0%
6,587
2.0%
6,165
1.1%
3,060
2.0%
303,162
2.1%
185,952
-21.5%
22,826
-14.5%
88,959
2.4%
5,425
10.0%
- 100.0 %.
1,305,579 38.8%
3,952,381 6.6%
3,952,381 6.6%
29 -Mar -07
Town of Reading FY. - 2008 Budget
Public Works
Budget Summary (Form A)
Sewer - 430
Summary:
X1, X2 & X3
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Budget Summary
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
217,232
231,676
244,470
264,005
7.99%
Expenses (Form C)
3,319,267
3,458,262
3,931,775
4,137,582.
5.23%
Totals
3,536,499
3,689,938
4,176,245
4,401,587
5.40%
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None
Overview: Salaries for Sewer Department staff reflect 2 % union increase and 2% non -union increase plus
step increases for both. Reimbursed sewer services for Woburn and Wakefield contain increases in rates
for those municipalities. Assessments for support services received from otherTown organizations reflect
formulaic increases.
Changes: In March 2007, the MWRA revised their projected FY08 assessment to include $15 million in
state -wide debt assistance for water &. sewer.
Outlook: Approximately $265,000 will. be needed annually for capital for the next few years.
29 -Mar -07
.0
Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Public Works
Salaries and Wages (Form B) Sewer - 430 {
Summary: X1
190
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Yeas
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
Expenditures
FTE
(Revised)
FTE
Budget
Percent
Classification
#
FY - 2005
#
FY - 2006
#
FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Change
Supervisor
0.5
30,592
0.5
32,698
0.5
33,488
0.5
34,253
2.3%
Working Foreman
1.0
43,179
1.0
45,259
1.0
47,244
1.0
49,328
4.4%
Equip.Oper.
1.0
43,667
1.0
44,284
1.0
46,076
1.0
47;836
3.8%
Skilled Laborer
34,863
2.0
71,635
2.0
75,177
4.9%
Laborer
2.0
62,702
2.0
33,278
Clerk
0.5
14,124
0.5
10,526
0.5
15,230
0.5
15,905
4.4%
Snow & Ice Removal
6,706
(3,224)
2;500
2,500
0.0%
Overtime
27,714
31,429
28,163
38,867
38:0%
On -call Premium
2,884
2,884
0.0%
Longevity
1,950
2,050
2,050
2,050
0.0%
Grade Adjustments
10
513
200
205
2.5%
Totals
5.0
217,232
5.0
231,676
5.01
244,470
5.0
264,005
8.0%
Source of Funding
%
%
%
%
Enterprise Fund (Form A)
217,232
231,676
244,470
264,005
8.0%
29 -Mar -07
190
Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Expenses(Form C)
Classification
Operations
MWRA
Electricity
Supplies:
Sewer Station
Chemicals
Distribution System
Contractual Services:
Pumping Station
Police Details
Purchase Serv, - W'm &W'fld
System TV Inspections
General
DPW: Administration (S1)
DPW: Engineering (S3)
DPW: Equipment Maint. (S5 & S6)
DPW: Storm Water
ACCIFIN: (M1- M2;N1- N6;N9 -N10)
General Admin (Q13)
Legal(Q15)
Liability Insurance (F1)
Hazardous Waste Coll, Prog.
Uniforms /Boots
Licenses
Backflow Reimbursement
Benefits
Health /Life Insurance (B1)
Workers' Compensation Ins. (B2)
Pension Costs (B4)
Medicare /Social Security (B6)
Debt Service
Totals
Source of Funding
Enterprise Fund (Form A)
Actual
Expenditures
FY - 2005
3,018,803
2,943,779
22,892
14,389
8,019
9,831
314
14,510
5,069
203,376
111,576
60,163
6;871
7,304
15,834
1,508
120
Public Works
Sewer - 430
Summary: X2 & X3
Actual
Expenditures
FY - 2006
3,060;036
2,980,493
26,598
7,513
3,759
18,528
157
11,671.
11,317
215,946
115,944
63,468
12,736
2,000
13,366
7,355
897
180
Annual
Adopted
Budget
(Revised)
FY - 2007
3,475,291
3,364,700
25,499
12,752
12,752
7,883
16,955
3,000
15,545
16,205
264,266
70,577
57,380
11,400
1,312 .
77,819
12,094
2,000
14,034
15,000
2,150
500
97,088
98,603
108,541
67,146
69,438
74,440
8,684
7,412
13,341
20,833
21,315
20,102
425
438
658
3,319,267
3,319,267
83,677
3,458,262
3,458;262
83,677
3,931,775
3,931,775
Recommended
Budget
FY - 2008
3,609,109
3,493,841
28,049
13,071
13,071
8,080
17,379
3,075
15,933
16,610
238,546
46,773
57,555
14,670
0
86,831
12,477
2,000
590
15,000
2,150
500
One Year
Percent
Change
3.9%
3.8%
10.0%
2.5%
2,5%
2.5%
2.5%
2.5%
2.5%
2.5%
-9.7%
- 33.7%
0.3%
28.7%
- 100.0%
11.6 %
3.2%
0.0%
-95.8%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
109,525
0.9%
76,984
3.4%
11,496
-13.8%
20,442
1.7%
603
-8A%
180,402
115.6%
4,137,582
5.2%
4,137,582 5.2%
29 -Mar -07
191
Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Public Works
Budget Summary (Form A) Storm Water Fund - 470
Summary:
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 0.0 0.0 2.0 2.0 0.0%
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None.
Overview: Salaries reflect 2.5% union contract increases plus step increases.
Changes: Additional funding for stormwater related operations is identified. in the StormWater budget
(305).
Outlook: Future replacement of vehicles and equipment is identified in the Capital Improvement Plan.
192
Annual
Adopted
Actual Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Budget Summary FY - 2005 FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
Salaries and Wages (Form B) 0 0
60,029
62,084
3.4%
Expenses (Form C) 0 0
17,500
17,650
0.9%
Totals 0 0
77,529
79,734
2.8%
Revenue and Staffing
Revenues
Staffing 0.0 0.0 2.0 2.0 0.0%
Commentary
FY08 Significant Additions: None.
Overview: Salaries reflect 2.5% union contract increases plus step increases.
Changes: Additional funding for stormwater related operations is identified. in the StormWater budget
(305).
Outlook: Future replacement of vehicles and equipment is identified in the Capital Improvement Plan.
192
Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
Public Works
Salaries and Wages (Form B)
Storm Water Fund - 470
Summary:
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
FTE
Expenditures
FTE Expenditures FTE
(Revised)
FTE
Budget
Percent
Classification #
FY - 2005
# FY - 2006 #
FY - 2007
#
FY - 2008
Change
Laborers
2.0
60,029
2.0
62,084
3.4%
Labor costs from DPW
Storm Water Division
3.5
130,985
3.5
0
- 100.0%
Totals 0.0
0
0.0 0 5.5
191,014
5.5
62,084
- 67.5%
Source of Funding
General Fund
3.5
129,256
3.5
Water
1,271
Sewer
458
Enterprise Fund (Form A)
0
0
60,029
2.0
62,084
3.4%
193
Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget Public Works
Expenses (Form C) Storm Water Fund - 470
Summary:
.M
Annual
Adopted
Actual
Actual
Budget
Recommended
One Year
Expenditures
Expenditures
(Revised)
Budget
Percent
Classification
FY - 2005
FY - 2006
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
Change
7,500
71650
2.0%
Vacuum Truck
Consulting Services
10,000
10,000
0.0%
32,000
0
- 100.0%
Expenses from DPW
Storm Water Division
Totals
0
0
49,500
17,650
- 64.3%
Source of Funding
29,597
General Fund
Water
1,549
Sewer
854
Enterprise Fund (Form A)
0
0
17,500
17,650
0.9%
29 -Mar -07
.M
Town of Reading, Massachusetts
Encumbrances
General government:
Town Manager:
.
Capital
General services:
Expenses
Board ofassessors:
Expenses
Finance:
Expenses
Expenses
Technology:
Expenses
Police:
Capital
Fire:
Expenses
Capital
Dispatchers:
Expenses
Casualty Insurance:
Expenses
School department
Engineering:
Expenses
Capita!
Highway and equipment
maintenance:
Expenses
Capital
VVostecoUeutioodisoso|:
Expenses
Parks and forestry:
Expenses
Recreation:
Expenses
Generator et Senior Center:
Capital
Public way acceptance:
Expenses
Cemetery:
Expenses
Debt Service:
Expenses
Group employee benofite:
Expenses
Enterprise funds:
Water fund:
'
Expenses
Capital
Sewer fund:
Expenses .
Capital
Total
Balance Balance
01-Jul-06 31 -Mar-07
5,411
--
4,4^9
_-
26.038
10.038
16,486
' 8
5.121
231
13,399
792
2,643
--
535
--
2,306.596
71.961
908
gVe
5,825
1,285
60,632
095
7.373
--
4.209
1.390
472
--
2.710
1.516
54
54
450
--
2,000
--
15.000
15.000
225.283
41,656
2,062,690
867,293
1,203
657
165,544
5,283,070
1,179,226
195
Town nfReading, Massachusetts
School Special Revenue Funds
..
\ '
Balance
Balance
28-Feb-0Y7
Federal grants:
Title
15.144
6,431
Title
--
P.L84-142
103.228
63.538
Improved Education
72,645
32.518
Life Skills (EI}PG)
(25.097)
3.902
Title U
1,171
(3'412)
Sped professional development
110
7.179
Technology
--
2.050
U.S. History Grant
--
1�.5OQ
State grants:
Racial imbalance
8.908
42,600
Circuit breaker
--
719.136
- Expanded Learning Time
7.377
2.962
[NCAS
--
1.730
H.G.Improvement
--
--
Gifted/Talented
� --
7.010
PtberQronts/
Vernal pool workshop
2,562
2,562
Donald & Burns Foundation
10,50
10,425
` Corporate grants
12.212
3.116
Revolving funds:
Lunch program
67,488
32,153
Athletic events
90.043
174,383
Adult education
20.804
49.323
Summer school tuition
34.139
22.079
RISE pre-school
81.533
119.738
Use ofproperty
123.489
121.961
Drama activities
14.396
18.885
Drama activities (Coo|idge)
12.537
14.087
Drama activities (Parker)
8.273
3.273
Tuition - apecio|needsprognam
121.215
158,493
All-day kindergarten
136.400
395.300
Parker After School Activities
4.887
6.700
Eaton clock tower
--
7.379
High School Field Lighting
72.000
63.363
Wood End Playground
46,480
14,101
Total all funds
1,041,494
..
\ '
�
Town of Reading, Massachusetts
Other Special Revenue Fonds
Federal grants:
Highway safety
Fire FtMA
COPS Secure Our Schools
State grants:
Community police
Police vests
EOPS Local Pmpomunnea
SAFE program
Library GTAgrants
Street Conservation Land
Elder Affairs Grant
VV&MGcanne,
State aid 0olibraries
Arts lottery
WTC Waste to Energy
Board of Health Grants
Revolving funds:
Mystic Valley Grant
Welland protection filing fees
Affordable housing
Johnson Woods review
Special details -police
Drug related enforcement
inspection - Permit revolving fund
Recnaatiun - aa|foupporting
Weights and measures violations
Compost bins
Sunset Rock development
Adams VV performance it
Way deposit
llUeV - |oonepuymentn
Receipts reserved for appropriation:
Real estate proceeds
Sale of cemetery lots
Storm water mitigation
Walkers' Brook Grossing mitigation
Maplewood village mitigation
Donation funds:
Various donations
Cities for climate Control
RADpmgmm
SAFE program
Bancroft Tot Lot
Public Health Clinic
Human services
Council onaging
Shopping assistance
Library
Historical commission
Hunt Park
Total all funds
Balance Balance
01-Jul-06 28-Feb-07
* $
2,956 3,340
2,290 899
21,475
51,068
1,020
--
52,818
46,845
3,920
3.920
--
9,052
--
800,000
371
(1.040)
3,580
--
43.882
67.837
8.655
.V.UOO
--
14.877
--
9,504
3,896
6,493
8,491
12.124
322,862
334,408
19J26
19J26
(76.047)
(27.233)
5,724
5,724
497.191
397.688
264.459
257.674
365
--
1.374
449
6.308
6.308
4.275
--
12.744
11.801
2.182,993
2,265.051
48,420
65,160
10.000
10.000
25,309
72
12.000
12.000
1,827
1.125
(458)
1.149
1,091
2,570
1.857
1.857
14,575
12,524
28,965
29,945
11.805
11,684
8,408
10,167
1.787
1,787
54,589
74,173
4,163
3,457
1,043
982
197
Revised April 2007
Capital Improvement Program General Fund
own o ea ing, NIA
Spring'07
Fall'07
4141200714:03
FY -2007
FY -2008
FY -2008
FY -2009
FY -2010
FY -2011
FY -2012
Net Available Revenue (final number as of Jan. '07)
65,107,096
67,529,287
69,939,021
72,386,887
74,920,428
NAR annual change
3.72%
3.57 %
3.50%
3.50%
5% NAR policy - debt & capital
3,255,355
3,376,464
3,496,951
3,619,344
3,746,021
Net included debt - committed
2,325,571
2,185,144
1,760,065
1,655,586
1,548,219
Net included debt - proposed new
77,100
182,100
639,275
610,545
699,210
Available to fund Cash Capital
852,684
750,000
1,009,220
1,097,611
1,353,213
1,498,592
less earmarks*
(364,100)
(339,378)
(347,862)
(356,558)
(365,472)
Net Capital Funding to allocate
488,584
750,000
669,843
749,749
996,655
1,133,120
This top section is the FINCOM policy
on setting aside funding for debt & capital. In FY08, $3,255,355 was set aside- of this
amount, $2,325,571 was already committed to repay old debt, and $77,100 was budgeted for new debt. Thus $852,684 was
leis for capital - or $819,684 after a one -time change in buying PCs in the 'expense budget.
Schools - Equipment
65,000
-
120,000
100,000
100,000
120,000
Buildings - Schools
160,000
85,000
163,000
227,890
262,000
185,000
130,000
Buildings - Town
149,500
70,000
100,000
140,000
157,500
227,500
735,000
Community Services
810,000
5,000
5,000
10,000
10,000
10,000 1
10,000
Finance
275,0001
15,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
Library
5,000
16,500
20,000
10,000
73,000
10,000
10,000
Public Safety - Fire
36,900
-
76,000
122,600
300,80_0_
10,000
Public Safety - Police
14,000
-
14,000
-
-
Public Works - Equipment
298,000
277,000
400,000
548,000
526,000
344,000
397,000
Public Works - Parks
64,600
25,000.
-
105,400
204,800
70,800
168,700
Public Works - Roads
703,000
341,100
30,000
389,378
407,862
416,558
415,472
TOTAL
2,581,000
819,600
747,000
1,636,668
1,873,762
1,674,658
2,006,172
The above figure of $819,600 is the requested amount to be voted at Annual Town Meeting in the spring of 2007. Next fall, ;
after our cash reserves are certified, more spending may be sought, to address up to an additional $747, 000 requested above.
Earmarked Roads
328,000
331,100
-
339,378
347,862
.356,558
365,472
Remaining Capital Requests
488,500
747,000
1,297,290
1,525,900
1,318,100
1,640,700
Net Capital Funding to allocate
466,584
750,000
669,843
749,749
996,655
1,133,120
Annual Surplus (Deficit)
84
3,000
(627,447)
(776,151)
(321,445)
(507,580)
Cumulative Surplus (Deficit)
84
3,000
(627,363)
(1,403,514)
(1,724,959)
(2,232,539)
As identified by the staffs of the municipal government, the school department and the buildings maintenance department,
there is $2 million more in capital needs than there is funding under this new FINCOM policy for the next five years. However,
due to a decline in debt serive, within eight years this cumulative capital deficit should vanish, as long as the new FINCOM
model is adhered to, even in difficult budget years.
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FY-2014
FY-2015
FY-2016
FY-2017
Total
Net Available Revenue (final number as of Jar 77,542,643
80,256,635
83,065,617
85,972,914
88,981,966
765,702,494
NAR annual change
3,50%
3.50%
3.50%
3.50%
3.50%
5% NAR policy - debt & capital
3,877,132
4,153,281
4,298,646
4,449,098
38,285,125
Net included debt - committed
1,039,674
----4-,012,832
945,284
697,992
425.,414
665,073
13,248,021
Net included debt - proposed new
793,421
753,862
437,303
415,749
305,595
4,914,160
Available to fund Cash Capital
2,044,037
2,313,686
3,017,986
3,457,483
3,478,431
20,872,944
less earmarks*
(374,609)
(383,974)
(393,574)
(403413)
(413,499)
(3,742,440)
Net Capital Funding to allocate
1,669,428
1,929,711
2,624,412
3,054,070
3,064,932
17,130,504
Projected
88,000 105,600 102,720 103,264 103,917
210,578 203,094 198,134 185,361 185,433
286,000 309,200 343,040 380,148 410,678
10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000
Schools - Equipment
943,501
Buildings - Schools
2,035,491
Buildings - Town
3,159,066
Community Services
100,000
Finance
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
105,000
Library
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
189,500
Public Safety - Fire
69,000
25.000
126,500
231,000
-
960,900
Public Safety - Police
14,000
Public Works - Equipment 252,000
120,000
218,000
219,000
314,000
3,615,000
Public Works - Parks 76,600
173,900
i 183,100
45,000
45,000
1,098,300
Public Works - Roads 424,609
433,974
443,574
453,413
463,499
4,219,440
TOTAL 1,436,787
1,400,768
1,645,068
1,647,186
1,552,526
16,440,197
Earmarked Roads! 374,609
383,974
393,574
403,413
413,499
3,709,440
Remaining Capital Requests 1,062,178
1,016,794
1,251,494
1,243,773
1,139,028
12,730,757
Capital Funding to allocate
1,669,428
1,929,711
2,624,412
3,054,070
3,064,932
17,130,504
-Net
Annual Surplus (Deficit)
607,250
912,918
1,372,918
1,810,296
1,925,904
4,399,747
Cumulative Surplus (Deficit)
(1,625,289)1
(712,371)1
660,546
2,470,843
4,396,747
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Town of ea ing,
Spring'07
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FY -2008
FY -2008
FY -2009
FY -2010
FY -2011
FY -2012
Technology - Districtwide Infrastructure 25,000
Technology - Equipment 40,000
100,000
100,000
100,000
100,000
Vehicles
20,000
20,000
e ,
ADA Compliance -
10,000
11,000
31,000
23,000
-
Ceiling
10,000
-
20,000
32,000
-
-
-
Classroom Furniture
-
20,000
-
20,000
30,000
-
65,000
Compressor
-
-
-
-
10,000
Electrical Systems
10,000
10,000
Fire Alarm
-
-
-
60,000
Generator
35,000
-
-
-
_
HVACIEMS
-
25,000
10,890
25,000
35,000
35,000
Kitchen /Cafeteria
(5,000)
-
-
-
_
_
Plumbing
5,000
10,000
-
-
Capet/Flooring
-
45,000
55,000
25,000
25,000
-
Roof
35,000
-
-
-
-
20,000
Security System
-
8,000
90,000
-.
Sprinkler System
-
_
_
Technology Infrastructure
10,000
20,000
20,000
Water Heater
12,500
-
-
-
20,000
-
Windows & Doors
7,500
20,000
24,000
59,000
59,000
35,000
Other (Clocktower & portables April 07)
60,000
25,000
-
-
Other (Parker parking lot FY08)
ADA Compliance
Ceiling •
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
20,000
Furniture
-
-
-
-
Compressor
Electrical Systems
5,000
-
Fire Alarm
-
Generator
-
-
30,000
30,000
HVAC/EMS
-
10,000
-
72,500
132,500
30,000
Kitchen /Cafeteria
10,000
-
-
-
5,000
Plumbing
-
10,000
15,000
-
10,000
Capet/Floodng
25,000
-
35,000
85,000
20,000
Roof
49,500
-
-
-
-
620,000
Security System
-
15,000
-
Sprinkler System
-
_
Technology Infrastructure
-
-
Water Heater
-
-
-
20,000
35,000
- - 10,000
Windows & Doors
55,000
30,000
20,000
45,000
25,000
25,000
25,000
Other
-
-
20,000
-
-
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FY•2O14
FY-2015
FY -2016
FY -2017
Total
Projected based on 5- r avera e
88,000
105,6001
102,720
103,264
103,917
943,501
Technology - Districtwide Infrastructure
-
-
-
-
-
-
Technology- Equipment
80,000
96,000
95,200
94,240
93,088
858,528
Vehicles
8,000
9,600
7,520
9,024
10,829
84,973
210,578
203,094
198,134
185,361
185,433
2,035,491
ADA Compliance
15,000
13,800
10,360
7,832
9,398
131,390
Ceiling
10,400
8,480
3,776
4,531
5,437
84,625
Classroom Furniture
27,000
28,400
30,080
30,096
36,115
286,691
Compressor
2,000
2,400
2,880
3,456
4,147
24,883
Electrical Systems
4,000
800
960
1,152
1,382
28,294
Fire Alarm
1 12,000
14,400
17,280
8,736
10,483
122,699
Generator
-
-
-
-
-
HVAC /EMS
26,178
26,414
29,518
30,422
29,506
272,928
Kitchen /Cafeteria
-
-
j -
-
-
-
Plumbing
2,000
400
480
5761
691
14,147
Capet/Flooring
30,000
27,000
21,400
20,680
19,816
268,896
Roof
4,000
4,800
5,760
6,912
8,294
49,766
Security System
19,600
21,9201
26,304
31,565
19,878
217,267
Sprinkler System
-
-
-
-
-
Technology Infrastructure
10,000
10,000
8,000
5,600
6,720
90,320
Water Heater
4,000
4,800
5,760
2,912
3,494
40,966
Windows & Doors
39,4001
38,480
34,376
29,451
28,341
367,049
Other (Clocktower & portables April 07)
5,000
1,000
i 1,200
1,440
1,728
35,368
Other (Parker parking lot FY08)
-
ARM 1 "sw=
286,000
309,200
343,040
380,148
410,678
3,159,066
ADA Compliance
-
Ceiling
10,000
j 10,000
10,000
10,000
12,000
102,000
Furniture
j -
-
-
-
Compressor
j -
-
-
-
Electrical Systems
1,000 200
240
288
346
7,074
Fire Alarm
-
-
-
-
-
Generator
12,000 j 14,400
j 17,280
20,736
18,883
143,299
HVAC /EMS
49,000 56,8001
68,160
67,292
54,250
540,502
Kitchen /Cafeteria
1,000 1,200
1,440
1,728
1,074
11,442
Plumbing
7,000 3,400
4,080
2,896
3,475
55,851
Capet/Flooring
28,000 ; 26,600 14,920
13,904
1 16,6851
240,109
Roof
124,000 148,800 178,560
214,272
257,126
1,542,758
Security System
3,000 600 720
864
1,037
21,221
Sprinkler System
j -
-
-
-
Technology Infrastructure
Water Heater
13,000
; 15,600 18,720
18,464
15,157
145,941
Windows & Doors
34,000
30,800 1, 27,960
28,552
29,262
320,574
Other
4,000
800 960
1,152
1,382
28,294
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Town of ea ing, NIA
Spring'07
Fail'07
4141200714:03
FY -2007
FY -2008
FY -2008
FY -2009
FY -2010
FY -2011
FY -2012
Flexible Account
10,000
5,000
5,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
Acquire Open Space
800,000
?J11011 P 114;
Technology -Wide Area Network
195,000
Technology - Wide Area Network
25,000
Technology - Financial Platform (WAN & con
25,000
BAN;
BAN
BAIL
10,000
` , Debf F r
Debf
10,000
h� Debt 4
Debf
10"00,01
Debt '
Off
Debt ;;'
10,000
Technology - Fin'I Systems ($1.25mi110yr debt)
Technology - GIS Flyover ($150k 5yr debt)
Technology - Geographic Information System
10,000
15,000
Technology - Equip (Twn Hall) - moved to TEI
5,000
Technology - Equip (Twn Hall) - moved to TEI
15,000
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Furnishings
16,500
I 13,000
Technology - Public Equipment (Library)
10,000
10,000
1 10,000 10,000 10,000
Technology - Roving Reference (Library)
'
10,000
'
Circulation System
50,000
Technology - Equip (Library) - moved to TECH
5,000
Technology $8000 FY07 in FY08 Tech budget
BAN
Debt
Debt Debt ' .'
l
Replace Pumper Engine #1(1979 - 20yrs:$410k15)
BAN: `.:
Replace Pumper Engine #2(1995- 20yrs: $489k15)
Replace Pumper Engine #3(1986- 20yrs: $443k15)
Replace Ladder Truck #1 (1 991-20yrs: $780k15)
Replace Ambulance #1(2000 -10 yrs)) i
187,000
Replace Ambulance #2 (2006 -10yrs)
Replace Passenger Vehicle Car#1 (2005 -10yrs)
Replace Passenger Vehicle Car#2 (1997 -10yrs)
37,600
Replace Pickup Truck #3 (2006 -12yrs) 36,900
+
Replace Pickup Truck #4 (1996 -12yrs)
33,000
Replace Alarm Truck (1994 -16yrs)
Defibrillator (2006 - 5yrs)
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22,000
BLS -AED (2004 - 8yrs)
10,000
Replace Thermal Imaging (2000 -10yrs)
42,000
Replace Fire Hose
Purchase Skid Pump Unit
10,000
Replace Turnout Gear (2003 - 5yrs)
76,000
Replace Radios (1997 -12yrs)
91,800
Handguns & Associated Leather (Police) 9,000
DVR video technology (Dispatch)
14,000
BpiV Debt Debf
Debt ;;;
Technology - Pub Safety SIW ($150k5yr debt)
Technology - Equip (Police) - moved to TECH' 5,000
Technology $5000 FY07 in FY08 Tech budget
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FY -2013
FY -2014
FY•2O15
FY -2016 ,
FY-2017
Total
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Flexible Account
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
100,000
Acquire Open Space
" 4:21
Technology - Wide Area Network
Technology - Wide Area Network
-
Technology - Financial Platform (WAN & consi
Debf
Debt
10,000
Debf.
Debt;
10,000
Debt
Debf
Debt
Technology - Fin'I Systems ($1.25mll 10yr det
Technology - GIS Flyover ($150kSyrdebt)
Technology - Geographic Information System
10,000
10,000
10,000
105,000
Technology - Equip (Twn Hall) - moved to TE
-
Technology - Equip (Twn Hall) - moved to TE
Furnishings
l
29,500
Technology - Public Equipment (Library)
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
100,000
Technology - Roving Reference (Library)
j
10,000
Circulation System
50,000
Technology - Equip (Library) -moved to TECt
-
Technology $8000 FY07 in FY08 Tech budge,
R "�` are r5 0�; psCt
`+ t,
Replace Pumper Engine #1(1979 - 20yrs:$410 De
Replace Pumper Engine #2(1995- 20yrs: $489 (
Replace Pumper Engine #3(1986- 20yrs: $443 Debt Debt Debt
Replace Ladder Truck #1 (1 991-20yrs: $780k/:. Debt Debt: Debt
Replace Ambulance #1 (2000 -10 yrs))
d- a b
s . r i °,�.
Debf
Debt
4 _ b0'�,. #'
S'
Debf
NbC
187,000
Replace Ambulance #2 (2006 -10yrs)
j
207,000
207,000
Replace Passenger Vehicle Car#1 (2005 -10;
41,500
41,500
Replace Passenger Vehicle Car#2 (1997 -10;
37,600
Replace Pickup Truck #3 (2006 -12yrs)
Replace Pickup Truck #4 (1996 -12yrs)
33,000
Replace Alarm Truck (1994 -16yrs)
69,000
69,000
Defibrillator (2006 - 5yrs)
24,000
46,000
BLS -AED (2004 - 8yrs)
10,000
Replace Thermal Imaging (2000 -10yrs)
42,000
Replace Fire Hose
25,000 j
25,000
Purchase Skid Pump Unit
!
10,000
Replace Turnout Gear (2003 - 5yrs)
85,000
1
161,000
Replace Radios (1997 -12yrs)
j
91,800
_ 3;.
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p. -,_
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4th Ay1f4YV
Handguns & Associated Leather (Police)
DVR video technology (Dispatch)
Technology - Pub Safety SM ($15011l debt) 'Debt Debi .
Technology - Equip (Police) - moved to TECH;
14,000
j
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Town of ea ing, NIA
Spring '07
Fall'07
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FY-2007
FY -2008
FY -2008
FY -2009
FY -2010
FY -2011
FY -2012
Large Trucks
78,000
82,000
82,000
45,000
211,000
82,000
80,000
Truck #19 - Sander (1987 - 15yrs)
78,000
Truck # 11 (1984 - 15yrs)
82,000
Truck #5 (1988 - 15yrs)
82,000
Pick-ups/Cars/Vans
88,000
133,000
40,000
102,000
Pickup Chevy Utility #1(1994 - 12yrs)
65,000
Car#4 Ford Sedan (1991- 10yrs)
23,000
Backhoes /LoadersfHeavy Equipment
200,000
135,000
135,000
30,000
-
140,000
Backhoe Loader (Cem.) (1993 - 10yrs)
65,000
Loader JD #624G (1993 -10yrs)
135,000
Backhoe DYN #490 (1989 -10yrs)
135,000
Specialty Equipment - Heavy Duty
-
130,000
75,000
205,000
135,000
160,000
145,000
Rack Spray Truck #23 (1986 -15yrs)
130,000
Sidewalk Snow Plow (NEW; expect 10yrs)
75,000
Specialty Equipment - Light Duty
-
35,000
Lawnmowers
65,000
20,000
10,000
1 75,000
-
20,000
Lawnmower (Cem.) SKAG 72" (1998 - 4yrs)
10,000
10,000;
Lawnmower (Parks) SKAG 52" (1998 - 4yrs)
10,000
10,000
Lawnmower - Jacobsen Gang (1984 -6yrs)
65,000
Engineering Equipment/Services
20,000
-
-
12,000
Plan Plotter
12,000
Survey Equipment
20,000
Fuel Management System
20,000
-
-
-
Fuel system replacement
20,000
Artificial Turf - $350k field at a MS
BAN :
BAN %
Dekt t�kt
DebE k Yt:
Reconstruct Playground (Birch Meadow Tot L
22,000
Reconstruct Playground (Wood End)
42,600
BAN,`
24,000
Dr bU,'-'j
30,000
Dedt
24,000
; Debtr ;;
24,000
Reconstruct Playground (Imagination Station)
Reconstruct Playgrounds Program
25,000
Playground safety surface
BAN-
10,000 10,000 15,000 15,000
BAN`; 'i)ebt Debt lTebt a'
83,200 86,600
Tennis Courts - Bancroft Ave.
Tennis Courts Program
Basketball Courts Program
40,800
41,600
43,100
Backstop Repairs
30,600
31,800
Replace Flagpole in Town Common
40,000
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4141200714:03
FY-2013
FY-2014
FY-2015
FY-2016
FY-2017
Total
Large Trucks
-
160,000
133,000
48,000
923,000
Truck #19 - Sander (1 987 -15yrs)
-
Truck # 11 (1984 -15yrs)
82,000
Truck #5 (1988 -15yrs)
82,000
Pick - ups /CarsNans
25,000
28,000
-
416,000
Pickup Chevy Utility #1 (1994 - 12yrs)
65,000
Car#4 Ford Sedan (1991 -10yrs)
23,000
BackhoeslLoaders /Heavy Equipment
140,000
-
-
200,000
780,000
Backhoe Loader (Cem.) (1993 -10yrs)
65,000
65,000
Loader JD #624G (1993 -10yrs)
135,000
135,000
Backhoe DYN #490 (1989 -10yrs)
135,000
Specialty Equipment • Heavy Duty
j -
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850,000
Rack Spray Truck #23 (1986 -15yrs)
130,000
Sidewalk Snow Plow (NEW; expect 10yrs)
75,000
Specialty Equipment - Light Duty
52,000
45,000
30,000
l 65,000
45,000
272,000
Lawnmowers
35,000
75,000
j
21,000
21,000
342,000
Lawnmower (Cem.) SKAG 72" (1998 - 4yrs)
l
11,000
31,000
Lawnmower (Parks) SKAG 52" (1998 - 4yrs)
10,000
30,000
Lawnmower - Jacobsen Gang (1984 - 6yrs)
65,000
i
130,000
Engineering EquipmentlServices
32,000
Plan Plotter
12,000
20,000
Survey Equipment
Fuel Management System
-
-
Fuel system repll!acementq
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(q�Mf!.Y_�
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Artificial Turf - $350k field at a MS Debt b Debf? ,
Reconstruct Playground (Birch Meadow Tot Li
Reconstruct Playground (Wood End) -�
Reconstruct Playground (Imagination Stati n Debt. Debt;
Reconstruct Playgrounds Program 28,000 j 24,000 30,000
30,10D0
30,000
269,000
Playground safety surface 15,000 15,000 15,000
Tennis Courts - Bancroft Ave. Debt Debt
Tennis Courts Program ; 90,100 93,700
15,000
15,000
125,000
Basketball Courts Program j 44,800
44,400
Backstop Repairs 33,600
Replace Flagpole in Town Common
40,000
206
Capital Improvement Program - General Fund
Town of ea ing, MA
Spring'07
Fall'07
4141200714:03
FY -2007
FY -2008
FY -2008
FY -2009
FY -2014
FY -2011
FY -2012
MAN ME I
P -bhc;W k Roads (GRANS X45,000
400;000,
5,406;000
`}' 400,t1U0', 400,000 •' k•r 400,000';
':ublic Works _ ,Roads.(Sale Rl� 29,705'
, w s st T
Sidewalk/Curb /Ped. SA
5,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
50,000
1 50,000
Replace Street Signs
10,000
10,000
10,000
BAN'; :' t
75,000.
10,000
bebf r
, ,. ... -. .- •_ -._..
) 75,000
10,000
De6f
_..... _.._.,. ,
100,000 ,UV
";
50,000
0
Downtown Improvements ($6gOk 10yr bond)
Crack Seal/Patch
Various Streets
688,000
92,600
664,378
672,862
656,558
715,472
Hampshire Road
70,000
Lawrence Road
93,500
Sandra Lane
90,000
Wakefield Street
385,000
° 5,OOOQ00
Reconstruction: West Street 245 000:
Govemor's Drive 29705'';
........ . ........... :
Funding from previous over -ride ($328k in 328,000
Chapter 90 Funtling ;; - 360,000
Targeted TOTAL •Roads 688,000
331,100
400;000
731,100
339,378 347,862
>' 400;000 t 400,000 '
739,378 747,862
356,558
400,00q
756,558
365,472
A00,000
765,472
ACTUAL TOTAL - Roads
688,000
731,100
739,378 1 747,862
756,5581 765,472
Town of ea ing,
4141200714:03
FY -2013 FY -2014
FY -2015
FY -2016 FY -2017
Total
Public <Works_= Roads`,(GRANT AOO,000 400,000 F 400,000:- r ;dDQOtlO 400,000:'
„9;obtl;o00
Public `Works = Roids ($ale:RlF "
Sidewalk/Curb /Ped. SA
50,000
50,000
50,000
50,000
50,000
470,000
Replace Street Signs
Debt _. :
50,000
?; Debt;
50,000
i)ebt
50,000
Debt`
50,000
4ebt ;
50,000
40,000
Downtown Improvements ($6j0k 10yr bond)
Crack Seal /Patch
550,000
Various Streets
724,609
733,974
743,574
753,413
763,499
6,520,940
Hampshire Road
70,000
Lawrence Road
93,500
Sandra Lane
90,000
Wakefield Street
385,000
Reconstruction: West Street
5,000,000
Governor's Drive
j
Funding from previous over -ride ($328k in j 374,609 383,974 393,574
Chapter 00 Funding : 400;000 400,000 4tl0,000`
Targeted TOTAL - Roads 774,609 783,974 793,574
j 403,413 413,499 3,709,440
400,000 400,000; 4,00tl,000
803,413 1 813,499 7,709,440
ACTUAL TOTAL - Roads
( 774,609 I 783,974 793,574 803,413 j 813,499 7,709,440
1•
Capital Improvement Program - Enterprise Funds
own of Reading
Approved
Forecast
-Tow-
41412007 14:07
FY -2007
FY -2008
FY -2009
FY -2010
FY -2011
FY -2012
50,000
System Mapping - Drainage
100,000
Illicit Connection Detection
100,000
General Drainage
30,000
30,000
30,000
30,000
30,000
30,000
Saugus River Design
100,000
150,000
see:debf'
Saugus River Improvement
.
Aberjona River Design
Aberona River Improvement
50,000
Sweeper. Elgin Pelican
Truck: Int. #7
82,000
Truck: Int. #15
Replace Vehicles
130,000
i TSA To
Water Distribution
136,000 207,000 100,000 1
360,000
490,000
482,000
Water Main Lining
200,000
Water Main - H St. Loop
150,000
Water Main - Causway Road Loop
260,000
Water Main - Belmont - Salem
250,000
Water Main - Haverhill- Franklin -B'Idr
250,000
Water Main - Haverhill- Franklin - Wakefield
Water Main - Howard - County- Summer
I
Water Main - South - West - Gleason
Meter Replacement
90,000
90,000 90,000
90,000
(Replace Tapping Machine
10,000
Storage Tank Inspection
12,000
12,000 '
12,000
Storage Tank
Computer System Upgrade 9,000
10,000 i 10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
(Replace Backhoe 416B
95,000
Replace Bob Cat Loader
45,000
Replace Vehicles 27,000
35,000
Water Supply 14,000
75,000
36,000
1
50,000
Lime Pumps 7,000
Phosphate Pumps 7,000
Wells Planning Study
75,000 .
see debt`
Wells Upgrade
50,000
Well #15 replaced
Pickup Truck #12 (1997- 10yrs) i
36,000
Pickup Truck #13 (2003 - 10yrs)
SCADA Upgrade (- 5yrs)
i
jlnfiow /Infiltration 75,000
100,000
1
100,000
100,000
Y 100,000
Seal Sewer Manholes
10,000 t
10,000
Sewer Station Rehabilitation
30,000
30,000
Franklin Terr.
I 80,000
see debt
112,000
IFairview /Sunnyside
i
Glen Road
!West/Grove Sewer Station
10,000
'
Meter Replacements
90,000
90,000 90,000
90,000
Computer System Upgrade
9,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
i 10,000
Backhoe 430D
110,000
Replace Vehicles
1 130,000
37,000
j 37,000
WE
Capital Improvement Program - Enterprise Funds
Town of Reading
4141200714:07
FY -2013
FY -2014
FY -2015
FY -2016
FY-2017
Total10yrs
System Mapping - Drainage
50,000
Illicit Connection Detection
General Drainage
30,000
30,000
30,000
30,000
30,000
300,000
Saugus River Design
see deli }>
250,000
Saugus River Improvement
Aberjona River Design
150,000
see debt
150,000
Aberjona River Improvement
Sweeper: Elgin Pelican
135,000
135,000
Truck: Int. #7
62,000
Truck: Int. #15
110,000
110,000
Replace Vehicles
130,000
1
Water Distribution 222,000
210,000
300,000 210,000 237,000
2,818,000
Water Main Lining
200,000
200,000
200,000
200,000
200,000
1,200,000
Water Main - H St. Loop
150,000
Water Main - Causway Road Loop
260,000
Water Main - Belmont - Salem
250,000
Water Main - Haverhill- Franklin -B'Idr
aee tlebt`
250,000
Water Main - Haverhill - Franklin - Wakefield
see debt
see debt'
Water Main - Howard- County - Summer
Water Main - South - West - Gleason
-
Meter Replacement
270,000
Replace Tapping Machine
10,000
Storage Tank Inspection
12,000
see:debt
10,000 10,000 10,000
36,000
Storage Tank
Computer System Upgrade
1 10,000
10,000
100,000
Replace Backhoe 416E
95,000
Replace Bob Cat Loader
45,000
Replace Vehicles
90,000
1
27,000
152,000
Water Supply
50,000
112,000 70,000
1
50,000
443,000
Lime Pumps
Phosphate Pumps
Wells Planning Study
75,000
Wells Upgrade
005
i0 50,000
50,000
200,000
Well #15 replaced
1 75,000
75,000
Pickup Truck #12 (1997- 10yrs)
36,000
Pickup Truck #13 (2003 - 1Oyrs)
37,000
!
37,000
SCADA Upgrade (- 5yrs)
1 20,000
20,000
id1 2j,
.,:,'t 'Vx• Y ".°2/. 5
'W�, r �,
., Cx
100,000
r]`k vA• y by
900,000
Inflow /Infiltration
100,000
1 100,000 100,000
100,000
Seal Sewer Manholes
1 10,000
30,000
Sewer Station Rehabilitation j 30,OOD
1
30,000
90,000
Franklin Terr.
FairviewlSunnyside
Glen Road
112,000
WestlGrove Sewer Station j
10;000
Meter Replacements
270,000
Computer System Upgrade 10,000 10,000 10,000
1 10,000
10,000
100,000
Backhoe 430D
1 110,000
Replace Vehicles 37,000
116,000
1 359,000
210
211
Projected Debt Service -
General Fund
Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
414107 2:02 PM
REVISED
New debt N
Budget
Projected
Projected
Projected Projected
Projected Projected Projected
Projected
Projected
Projected
FY 2008 Debt Service Schedule
FY - 2007
FY - 2008
FY-2009
FY-2010 FY - 2011
FY - 2012 FY-2013 FY-2014
FY-20`15
FY - 2016
FY - 2017
Repay Principal:
3,910,000
4,034,000 4, 045,000 _e4;,_2i2, dy7- 4;252;009:` 4; 385,800 :4113,600 4,168 600 .3791;600
.AB,661;600. 3;fi28 000.':
Interest - Permanent Debt:
2,580,055
t 2;560,457 2;514235 (2;382,719 =2;208,230;x2, 051, 515 :x;1,902,534.` 1,714152 ' 1,515;964'11;327;593 '1,141;083
Interest -Temp. Debt:
220,176
see below
see below
0 0
0 0 0
0
0
0
Within Lew Limit
3,972,585
3,798,579
3,763,152
3,795,248 3,662,039
3,643,337 3,229,003 3,095,054 2,531,203 2,237,071
2,039,411
BarrowsWood End 2006 2024
191,381
58,908
55,150
48,225 .47,025
45,900 44,775 43,650
42,525
41,400
39,900
Wood End 2005 2024
254,363
249,863 1
245,363
240,863 235,913
230,663 225,263 219,713
212,963
206,213
199,463
Barrows 2005 2024
218,124
214,224
210,324
206,424 202,134
197,584 192,904 183,094
177,469
171,844
166,219
Coolidge 2002 2021
815,750
796,750
775,375
755,188 735,000
711,250 687,500 663,750
640,000
616,250
587,500
Parker 1998 2018
621,115
604,004
586,690
569,073 551,050
532,623 513,790 494,654
475,315
455,673.
435,625
Parker 1997 2018
429,025
416,581
403,931
391,006 377,806
364,331 350,650 336,900
323,013
308,953
294,859
Joshua Eaton 1998 2017
29,160
28,315
27,460
26,590 25,700
24,790 23,860 22,915
21,960
20,990
10,250
Birch Meadow /Eaton 1993 2015
514,345
494,376
475,561
456,391 436,866
41086 396,840 376,516
200,655
0
0
Police Station 2002 2012
513,850
497,650
479,425
462,213 440,000
420,000 0 0
0
0
0
RMHS /Birch Meadow 1998 2009
77,455
74,498
71,505
0 0
0 0 0
0
0
0
Birch Meadow 1998 2009
66,390
63,855
61,290
0 0
0 0 0
0
0
0
RMHS 1997 2009
204,703
196,886
188,978
0 0
0 0 0
0
0
0
Land /Police 1997 2008
24,655
25,569
0
0 0
0 0 0
0
0
0
Boiler 1997 2007
12,270
0
0
0 0
0 0 0
0
0
0
DoWnf6wrmpr($650k) ;2009 2019'
0
39,000
6;J25,:.", 61900 77675'
FioancalSys($125m19 2008`.-t,2'017
22,500
60,000
, 165, 000 .;;:l58, 500 ; 000,. 132;50, 126400-
7e "ch PubSa "'fe($i75k) 2009 2012';
0
10500
46375 .,; 44100,;:,_ 41825 955Q;. _37,275:.;
0
0
0
Tech 6(S1t 4150k) 2009 2012
0
9 000
39 750 ': 37 800
`> 35 850 ` `J 33 900 °. 31950:
0
0
0
Aum�►erEngrlLl($410k) '2008 212;
24,600
24,600
`._108,65Q,..;103320 97990 92660} .87-,830.,.-
D
0
0
P.umpi rEngi#3($443kJi ;2012 2016
0
0
0 0
:': Li7,395 '_: 11,1,636, 105,8I7: 100'1:18
A4.259--l'
0
tLadd&'ff r($T80k) 2013 2022:
0
0
0 0
0 128700- ' 123630 ._118,'560 .,1,13, #9D,
fmagi8 Staiydrl($150k). x2009 2013;
0
9,000
,. ;39 750 .:: '.37,$00 ' „ 35,$50, ,'t33,900.i 31,950..
0
0
- 0
TenmsCotii�($15
s 0k }:':2008 2013
9,000
9,000
'. x39 750 :° 37 800; ;;< 35 850 33,900> ?11950 `
0
0
0
Turf of aM$ ($350k)' !2009.20..14
21,000
21,000
. ".;92 750. {' 8$ 200
83;650 ='. 79,100;. 7,4;550 -
0
0
0
Debt Exclusion
2,771,059
2,795,878 2,796,583
2,799,471 2,798,191
2,793,778 2,787,131 2,784,698 2,775,761
2,752,123
2,729,673
Barrows/Wood End 2006 2024
44,214
84,945
80,475
77,725 75,725
68,850 67,163 65,475
63,788
62,100
59,850
RMHS 2004 2024
2,670,575
2,688,975
12.6 94,600
2,705,688 2,706,738
2,709,550 2,704,950 2,704,575
2,697,775
2,676,275
2,656,525
Wood End 2004 2024
47,403
21,958
21,508
16,058 15,728
15,378 15,018 14,648
14,198
13,748
- 13,298
other
8,867
0
1 0
0 0
0 0 0
0
0
0
MSBA Pa menu est.
1,395,908
1,395,908
2,645,908 2,645,908 2,645,908
2,645,908 2,645,908 2,645,908
2,645,908
2,645,908
2,318,743
Within LeA Limit
1,395,908 1
1,395,908
11,395,908
1,395,908 1,395,908
1,395,908 1,395,908 1,395,908
1,395,908
1,395,908
1,068,743
Debt Exclusion
0
1 0
:1,250,000
1,250,000 1,250,000
1,250,000 1,250,000 1,250,000
1,250,000
1,250,000
1,250,000
NET INCLUDED DEBT
2,576,677
1 2,402,671
12,367,244 2,399,340 2,266,131
2,247,429 1,833,095 1,699,146
1,135,295
841,163
970,668
existing debt
2,325,571
2,185,144
1,760 065 1,655,586
1,548,219 1039,674 945,284
6971992
425,414
665,073
s pioposed;new debt
_ 77,100
' ;182,100 =,',6,39,275 r ;;6 �Q,545
> ? ,899,210' 793,421,` • 753;862, ?437;303.
• 415;749.
,30559�v
NET EXCLUDED DEBT
2,771,059
2,795,878
1,546,583
1,549,471 1,5481911,543,778
1,537,131 1,534,698
1,525,761
1,502,123
1;479,673
211
Projected Debt Service - General Fund
Town of Reading FY -2008 Budget
V407 2:02 PM
;,New tlebt. Projected Projected Projected Projected Projected Projected Projected Projected Projected
FY 2008 Debt Service' Schedule FY-2018 FY-2019 FY-2020 FY-2021 FY-2022 FY-2023 FY-2024 FY-2025 FY-2026
0 0
0 0
BarrowsNVood End
2006
2024
38,400
37,200
36,000
34,800
33,600
32,400
31,200
0 0
Wood End
2005
2024 193,463
187,463
181,463
175,313
169,125
162,825
156,450
274,005
0 0
Barrows
2005
2024 161,219
156,219
151,219
146,094
140,938
135,688
130,375
1,450,356
0 0
Coolidge
2002
2021 564,000
540,500
517,000
493,500
0
0
0
0 0
Parker
1998
2018 420,250
0
0
0
0
0
0
0 0
Parker
1997
2018 256,406
0
0
0
0
0
0
0 0
Joshua Eaton
1998
2017
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0 0
Birch Meadow /Eaton
1993
2015
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0 0
Police Station
2002
2012
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0 0
RMHS /Birch Meadow
1998
2009
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0 0
Birch Meadow
1998
2009
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0 0
RMHS
1997
2009
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0 0
Land /Police
1997
2008
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0 0
Boiler
1997
2007
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0 0
BarrowsNVood End 2006 2024
RMHS 2004 2024
Wood End 2004 2024
other
0
0
0 0
0 0 0
1,250.000 0 0
NET INCLUDED DEBT
854,795
733,301
516,806
475,761
(35,353)
330,913
318,025
0 0
existing debt
564,995
459,296
423,596
387,621
(118,423)
330,913
318,025
0 0
proposed new:debt
:289,800
274,005
93,210.
- -' 86,140
;;;; 83,OZD;
0
0
0 0
NET EXCLUDED DEBT
1,472,423
1,470,404
1,467,565
1,450,356
1,433,644
1,417,174
1,412,624
0 0
212
Projected Debt Service - Enterprise Funds
Town of Reading FY - 2003 Budget
41410714:02
;<Orogsed deb
REVISED
Budget'
FY - 2007
Scheduled
Debt Service
FY • 2008
Scheduled Scheduled Scheduled Scheduled Scheduled Scheduled Scheduled
Debt Service Debt Service Debt Service Debt Service Debt Service Debt Service Debt Service
FY - 2009 FY - 2010 FY - 2011 FY - 2012 FY - 2013 FY - 2014 FY - 2015
=: Join MWRA fW `.,: 12007 . `-:2007 _ .... 0.
79,50_
>..957 +166 920;305f ;.: 189,3,499 - .868,367�s G.;843235 , .. $18104x. ;; :92972;;;
Join MWRA artial 2006 2006
77,849
293,456
285,856
277,056 270,656 264,656 258,656 252,656 ? 246,656
Water Treatment Plant Desi 2005 2005
132,100
129,100
126,100
123,100 119,800 116,300 112,700 109,000 - ._ 104,500
Water Mains 2006 2006
62,721
603,523
578,963
551,738 531,938 508,375 0 0 0,
500 + : :, ^266;85.0r _k a ,'t;:. 0 r },
= ater,Maii% "Flwrtl -C•n "=Summer::720k .5 r:...._ , � r`__ D.
,..:.. � !.Q
:.i,�. �, . T `' t c f ��� y sm �, , Fit;
,;A :w,•..�.,...0. _....fr :�.... ,0t.., . ,::.,;,Q: . ,<i_ L<R ...;.�j -��1x ..a9Q80,0;
l!aterWa $OUth-We§t G /eason.
f
_..-„ �..'•v.,, ._„
_,.... A.
::. :i . , D_,
' Q. _ � A �'� gin,_ 0 4,'.�:; �:a'r �. :!0_st.. ;3U4`7,b0.,. t, :89,800,
Repayment of Principal:
100,000
756,000
1,185,000
1,435,000 1,435,000 1,430,000 1,290,000 1,520,000 1,564,000
Interest on Long Tenn Debt:
172,671
549,579
763,085
735,950 663,393 593,948 602,592 603,510 625,728
Interest onTem ora Debt:
141,706
Retirement of Debt B.A,N.S.
526,000
MWRA Inflow & Infiltration no interest loan
83,677
83,677
83,677
83,677 0 0 0 0 0
5unn'sldelFairidew.5ewer ;2008 >2012
.96,725 -'
91;980
87;235 V, ;:82,490. , z'. 77,745;':=. ._.... D ,.. ,, f .'•0 . `PNi „ *.
Repayment of Principal:
18,980
173,985 168,265 322,295 315,600 313,650 471,450 `
Interest on Long Tenn Debt: 0
23,725
Sau iisRivetlm bveinenfA ;'..'
_0,
..`= 0`;
0 0..b9,7.50..`158;7,75..: =.., u15780Q ,t,,z156;825 ?F x;1:55,850;
?i5au "us "River lmr bvement 8 0
0'
A..
« A..:, ::.. . ,..0:: , 159;750.. ',• :1:55:775 .,�:. �757.80A:
;Abe ' driaRNec- (m'rovement
0
':;' :i)'
0:` ;0 D. 9,:
Repayment of Principal:
0
0
0
0 150,000 150,000 300,000 300,000 300,000
Interest on Long Tenn Debt:
Source of Funding % %
Water Fund
Sewer Fun
Storm Water Fund
General Fund Form A
0
940,377
83,677
0
$ -
0
i 0
0 9,750 8,775 17,550 15,600 13,650
.
1,305,579
1,948,085
2,170,950 2,098,393 2,023,948 1,892,592 2,123,510 2,189,728
80,402
175,657
170,912 82,490 77,745 0 0
0
0
159,750 158,775 317,550 315,600 - 313,650 471,45D
$
$
$ - $ - $ $ $ - $ -
213
Projected Debt Service - Enterprise Funds
Town of Reading FY - 2008 Budget
41410714:02 Scheduled Scheduled Scheduled Scheduled Scheduled Scheduled Scheduled Scheduled Scheduled
prappsed cieb %is shaded _, Debt Service Debt Service Debt Service Debt Service Debt Service Debt Service Debt Service Debt Service Debt Service
FY - 2016 FY - 2017 FY - 2018 FY - 2019 FY - 2020 FY - 2021 FY - 2022 FY - 2023 FY - 2024
Repayment of Principal:
Interest on Long Tenn Debt: 468,525 465,600 462,675 459,750 456,825 454,875 152,925 151,950 150,975
Repayment of Principal:
450,000
450,000
450,000
450,000
450,000
450,000
450,000
150,000
150,000
Interest on Long Term Debt:
21,450
18,525
15,600
12,675
9,750
6,825
4,875
2,925
1,950
Source of Funding %o %
Water Fund
1,982,045
1,383,725
1,330,100
1,042,582
856,015
822,808
789,600
756,393
723,186
Sewer Fund
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Storm Water Fund
468,525
465,600
462,675
459,750
456,825
454,875
152,925
151,950
150,975
General Fund (Form A)
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CONDUCT OF TOWN MEETING
Reading's Town Meeting is conducted in accordance with the nW|aa set down in
Article 2 of the Charter and the General Bylaws. Although Town Meeting Time Third
Edition is the basic source, a Town Meeting Member need only be familiar with what is
contained in the Charter. These notes are intended to outline the major points all Town
Meeting yWe0b8[S should hD0N' and which by knowing, will make Town K888tiDg more
understandable. .
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Town Meeting consists of 192
elected rnenmbera, of which 97
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There are two required sessions: the
AOOU8| Meeting in Spring which is
phnmoh|y for fiscal matters and
acceptance of the annual budget,
and the Subsequent Meeting in
November. Special Town Meetings
may be C8Ugd at any time that the
need arises.
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There are three main committees
which review certain Articles and
advise Town Meeting of their
recommendations:
Finance for all expenditures of funds;
Bvks�/ for all bylaw changes; and the
Community Planning and
Development Commission for all
zoning changes.
Their reports are given priorto dis-
cussing the motion.
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the Warrant Articles which are
presented /rnOVad\ as motions.
Only one motion may be oD the floor
at 8 time; hOVV8vgr' the 0OUOD may
be amended. [)ft8O two or more
Articles which address the same
subject may bgdiscussed
only one is formally onthe
Ooor. and each when moved isacted
upon individually. Note that the vote
on one may influence the others.
� K8ennbgro who wish to speak ohoU
rise' state their name and precinct in
order to be recognized.
� A Member may speak for ten /10A
minutes but permission must be
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Seven (7) Members can question a
V0t8 and call for o standing count
and twenty (20) can ask for @ nDU C@||
vote; h0VVgmBr' a nDU call VOhe is
seldom used because of the time it
PRINCIPAL MOTION ENCOUNTERED
AT TOWN MEETING
The following motions are the principal
ones used in most cases by Town
Meeting to conduct its business.
Experience shows that the Members
should b8 familiar with these.
� Ends the seoakJns, can be
moved at any time.
� Stops business for shod
b[ne, generally to resolve @
procedural question or to obtain
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4 Stops debate
Sometimes
with the intention generally of
used to offer resolution. Should \ '
bringing the subject up again later.
not be used to"etea|" the floor.
May also bm used 10 defer action on
an Article for which procedurally
+ TO raise a question
negative. vote iaundesirable.
concerning the conduct of the
Note that tabled motions die with
Meeting.
adjournment.
+ To ask for
+ Upon
information re|aman1 to the business
acceptance by8 two-thirds /2/3\
at hand.
vote, stops all debate and brings the
subject to vote. This isgenerally
MULTIPLE MOTIONS '
the main motion, or
SUBSEQUENT (MULTIPLE) MOTIONS
* The most recent amendment, unless
qualified by the mover. The reason
If the subsequent [notion to be ofered,
for this aa provided inRoberyoRules
as distinct from an amendment made
of Order ieto allow for other amend-
during debate, includes material which
rnents should they wish tobg
has previously been put to a vote and
presented.
defa8ted, it will be viewed by the
Moderator an reconsideration and will
* Offers changes to the main
not be accepted. If the subsequent
nnObVn. Must be in accordance with
motion contains distinctly new rnaieha|
the motion and may not substantially
which is within the SC0p8 of the VVa[[aDt
alter the iOh3Dt of the motion. In
Article, then it will be accepted. An '
accordance with Robert's Rules of
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example of this latter situation is `
[)rde[, only one primary and one
successive line items of on omnibus
secondary motion will be allowed on
budget moved as ab|ock.
the floor of one time, uO|eoo specif-
ically accepted by the Moderator.
SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING
CONSIDERATIONS
+ Disposes
of the Article without a yes orno
The maker [fany proposed nnu|bp|e
vote.
[noU0O shall make their intent
kDVvVO. and the content of the
* Brings back a
motion to be offered shall be
motion which was previously laid on
conveyed to the Moderator - prior to
the table.
the initial calling of the Warrant
Article.
* The means bywhich
a subject ia brought before the
Once an affirmative vote has been
Meeting.
taken on the motion then oO the floor
- no further subsequent alternative
THE FOLLOWING MOTIONS MAY BE
motions will be accepted. (Obviously
USED BY A MEMBER FOR THE
does not apply to the budget' for
PURPOSE NOTED:
eXanOp|o.)
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� Also - There can only be one motion
on the floor at any one time. You
have the ability ho offer amendments
to the motion that ioon the floor. You
also have the ability to move for
reconsideration.
TOWN OF READING BYLAWS
ARTICLE 2: TOWN MEETINGS
2.1 General
Section 2.1.1
The Annual Town Meeting shall beheld
on the third Tuesday preceding the
second Monday in April of each year for
the election of Town officers and for
other such matters as required by |avv
to be determined by ballot.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, in any
year inwhich presidential e|aotnna are to
be elected, the Board of Selectmen may
schedule the commencement of the
Annual Town Meeting for the same date
designated as the date to hold the
Presidential Primary.
Section 2.1.2
The polls for the Annual Town Meeting
shall b8 opened @t7:OOa.nn. and shall
remain open until 8:00 p.m.
Section 2.1.3
All business of the Annual Town
MeSting, except the 8|eCtiDO Of such
Town officers and the determination of
such matters as required by law tV be
elected or determined by ballot, -shall be
considered at BO 8diOU[n[DeOt of such
meeting to be held at 7:30 p.m. on the
S8CoUd Monday in April, except if this
day Sh8|| fo|| on e legal holiday, in
which C8Se the Meeting shall be held
on the fV||OVV|ng day or at 8 further
adjournment thereof.
Section 2.1.4
A Special TovvnK8eetngmaik9dtheGub-
GeqUHntTOwOW188hOgsh8|lb8hg|dOO
the second Monday iONovember,
except if this day shall fall on a legal
holiday, in which case the Meeting eheU
be held on the following day.
The Subsequent Town Meeting shall
consider and act un all business as may
properly come before it except the
adoption Of the annual operating budget.
Section 2.1.5
Adjourned sessions of every Annual
Town Meeting after the first such
adjourned session provided for in
Section 2.1.3 of this Article and all
sessions of every Subsequent Town
K8eehnQ' Ghg|| be held On the following
Thursday 8t7:3O p.m. and then OD the
fo||VvvinO Monday at 7:30 p.m. and on
consecutive Mondays and Thursdays,
unless a resolution to adjourn toanother
time is adopted by @ majority V0[8 of the
Town Meeting Members present and
Section 2.1.6
The Board of Selectmen shall give
notice nf the Annual, Subsequent Vrany
Special Town Meeting at least fourteen
(14) days prior to the time Of holding
said Meeting by causing an attested
copy Of the Warrant C8||iDg the same to
be posted in one (1) or more public
places in each precinct of the Town, and
either causing such attested copy to be
published in a local newspaper or
providing in a manner such as
electronic eubrniaoioO, holding for
pickup, or 08i|iDg. an attested copy Of
said Warrant to each Town Meeting
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Section 2.1.7
All Articles for the Annual Town Meeting
shall be submitted to the Board of
Selectmen not later than 8:00 p.m. OD
the fifth Tuesday preceding the date of
e|8{tiOD Of Town officers unless this day
is 8 holiday in which C8Gg the fO\\UVVing
day shall be substituted.
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All Articles for the Subsequent Town
Meeting shall be submitted 10 the Board
of Selectmen not later than 8:00 p.m.
on the fifth Tuesday preceding the
Subsequent Town Meeting in which
action is to be taken, unless this day is
a holiday, in which case the hJ||oVVing
day shall basubstituted.
Section 2.1.8
The Board of Selectmen, after drawing
a Warrant for n Town Meeting, shall
immediately deliver a copy of such
Warrant to each Member of the Finance
CornnlittHa' the Community Planning
and Development Commission, the
Bylaw Committee and the Moderator.
2.2 Conduct of Town Meetings
Section 2.2.1
In the conduct Of all Town Meetings, the
following rules shall be observed:
Rule 1: A majority oftheTovvn Meeting
Members shall constitute 8 qUo[UDl for
doing business.
Rule 2: All Articles on the Warrant
shall be taken Up in the order of their
arrangement in the Warrant, uO|eoa
otherwise decided by8 majority vOt8Of
the Members present and voting.
Rule 3: Prior tndebate on each Article
inG Warrant involving the expenditure Of
money, the Finance Committee shall
advise the -[ovvn Meeting as to its
n]cornrnendaUoDn and the reasons
therefore.
Rule 4: Prior to a debate on each
Article iD8 Warrant involving changes iO
the E]Navv or Chorte[, petitions for a
special act, or local acceptance byTown
Meeting of a State statute, the Bylaw
[}OOU00itt8e shall advise the Town
Meeting as to its recommendations and
reasons therefore.
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Rule 5: Every person shall stand when
epeakjOQ, ahoU respectfully address the
K&odarato[, ahg|| not speak until recog-
nized by the K8oderator, shall state his
name and precinct, shall confine himself
to the question under debate and shall
avoid all personalities.
Rule 6: No person shall be privileged
to speak or make a motion until after he
has been recognized by the Moderator.
Rule 7: No Town Meeting Member or
other parson ehoU speak on any ques-
tion more than ten (10) [DiDUies without
first obtaining the permission of the
Meeting.
Rule 8: Any non-Town Meeting
Member may speak at Town Meeting
having first identified himself to the
Moderator. A proponent of an Article
may speak on such Article only after first
identifying himself to the Moderator and
obtaining permission ofTown Meeting to
speak. No non-Town Meeting Member
shall speak on any question more than
five (5) 0DiOutgS without first obtaining
the permission of the Meeting. Non-
Town Meeting N180benS shall be given
the privilege of speaking at Town
K88eUDgS only after all TOVVO Meeting
yWe0Uero who desire to speak upon the
question under consideration have first
been given an opportunity todoso.
Rule 9: Members of official bodies who
are not Town Meeting Members ehgU
have the same right to Gpeuk, but not to
vote. as Town Meeting Members on a||
matters relating to their official bodies.
Rule 10: No speaker at3 Town Meet-
ing shall be interrupted except by o
Member making @ point of order or
privileged motion or by the Moderator.
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Rule 11: Any person having a mon-
etary or equitable interest in any matter
under discussion at a Town Meeting and
any person employed by another having
such an interest, shall disclose. the fact
of his interest or his employer's interest
before speaking thereon.
Rule 12: The Moderator shall decide all
questions of order subject to appeal to
the meeting, the question on which
appeal shall be taken before any other.
Rule 13: When a question is put, the
vote on all matters shall be taken by a
show of hands, and the Moderator shall
declare the vote as it appears to him.
If the Moderator is unable to decide the
vote by the show of hands, or if his
decision is immediately questioned by
seven (7) or more Members, he shall
determine the question by ordering a
standing vote and he shall appoint
tellers to make and return the count
directly to him. On request of not less
than twenty (20) Members, a vote shall
be taken by roll call.
Rule 14: All original main motions
having to do with the expenditure of
money shall be presented in writing,
and all other motions shall be in
writing if so directed by the Moderator
Rule 15: No motion shall be received
and put until it is seconded. No motion
made and seconded shall be withdrawn
if any Member objects. No amendment
not relevant to the subject of the original
motion shall be entertained.
Rule 16: When a question is under
debate, no motion shall be in order
except (1) to adjourn, (2) to lay on the
table or pass over, (3) to postpone for a
certain time, (4) to commit, (5) to
amend, ,(6) to postpone indefinitely or
(7) to fix a time for terminating debate
and putting the question, and the afore-
said several motions shall have
precedence in the order in which they
stand arranged in this Rule:
Rule 17: Motions to adjourn (except
when balloting for offices and when
votes are being taken) shall always be
first in order. Motions to adjourn, to
move the question, to lay on the table
and to take from the table shall be
decided without debate.
Rule 18: The previous question shall
be put in the following form or in some
other form having the same meaning:
"Shall the main question now be put ?,"
and until this question is decided all
debate on the main question shall be
suspended. If the previous question be
adopted, the sense of the meeting shall
immediately be taken upon any pending
amendments in the order inverse to that
in which they were moved except that
the largest sum or the longest time shall
be put first, and finally upon the main
question.
Rule 19: The duties of the Moderator
and the conduct and method of pro-
ceeding at all Town Meetings, not
prescribed by law or by rules set forth in
this Article, shall be determined by rules
of practice set forth in Town Meeting
Time Third Edition except that to lay on
the table shall require a majority vote.
Section 2.2.2
It shall be the duty of every official body,
by a Member thereof, to be in attend-
ance at all Town Meetings for the
information thereof while any subject
matter is under consideration affecting
such official body.
Section 2.2.3
All committees authorized by Town
Meeting shall be appointed by the
Moderator unless otherwise ordered by
a vote of the Members present and
voting. All committees shall report as
directed by the Town Meeting.
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If no report is made within a year after
the appointment, the committee shall be
discharged unless, in the meantime, the
Town K8aobng grants an extension of
time. When the hRa| report of o
committee io placed in the hands ofthe
W1odeR3toF, it shall be deemed to be
received, and a vote to accept the same
shall discharge the committee but shall
not be equivalent to ovote to adopt i[
Section 2.2.4 Motion to Reconsider
2.2'4.1 /\ motion 0o reconsider
any vote must be made before the final
adjournment of the Meeting at which the
vote was passed but such motion to
reconsider shall not be made at on
adjourned meeting unless the mover
has given notice ofhis intention to make
such a nnotion, either atthe session of
the meeting at which the VOt8 was
passed or by written notice to the Town
Clerk within twenty-four (24) hours after
the adjournment of such session.
When such motion is made at the
session of the meeting ad which the vote
was pnaead, said motion shall be
accepted by the Moderator but consid-
eration thereof shall be postponed to
become the first item to be considered
at the next session unless all [anna|Oing
Articles have been disposed of, inwhich
case reconsideration shall be consid-
ered before final adjournment. There
can be no reconsideration of a vote
once reconsidered O[ after a vote not to
reconsider. k8CoOs|Ue[aUOn may Ue
ordered by a xOi8 of two-third (2/3) Of
the votes present.
Arguments for or against reconsider-
ation may include discussion of the
motion being reconsidered providing
such discussion consists only of
relevant facts or arguments not pre-
viously presented by any speaker.
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2.2.4.2 The foregoing provisions
relating hz motions to reconsider shall
not apply to any such motion made by
the Board of Selectmen and authorized
by the Moderator ao necessary for the
reconsideration ofactions previously
taken by Town Meeting by reason of
State orFederal action or inaction or
other circumstances not within the
control of the Town or Town Meeting.
|n the event such a motion [oreconsider
is made and Guthorizgd, said motion
may be made at any time before the
final adjournment of the yWao{|ng at
which the vote was peasad, said motion
may be made even if the vote was
already reconsidered, or was the subject
of a vote not to reconsider and
reconsideration may be ordered by a
VOh8 of two-thirds (2/3) of the votes
present.
2.2.4.3 Notice of every vote to
be reconsidered at an adjourned Town
Meeting ahoU be posted by the Town
Clerk in one /1\ or more public places in
each precinct of the Town as soon as
possible after adjournment, and he
ehoU. if practicable, Gt least one (1) day
before the time of the next following
GeaaiOD of said Adjourned K8eebng,
publish such notice insome newspaper
published iD the Town.
Said notice shall include the vote tobe
reconsidered and the place and time of
the next following session of said
Adjourned Meeting. The foregoing
notice provisions shall not apply when o
motion to reconsider any Town Meeting
action ia made publicly at Town Meeting
before the adjournment [fany session
of any Adjourned 'Town Meeting.
Section 2.2.5
The Selectmen shall, at each Annual
Town Neehng, give to the Members
information of the State of the Town.
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Section 2.2.6
The Town Meeting Members and Town
Meeting Members-Elect from each
precinct ehe|| hold an annual precinct
meeting after the AOUuo| Town Election
but before the convening of the
business sessions of the Annual Town
Meeting.
The purpose of the meeting shall bethe
election ofo Chairman and a Clerk and
to conduct whatever business may be
appropriate. Chairman ahg|| serve no
more than six (0) consecutive years in
that position. Additional precinct meet-
ings may be called by the Chairman or
by a petition Of six (8) Town yWe8tiOg
Members of the precinct.
Section 2.2.7 Removal of Town
Meeting Members
2.2.7.1 The Town Clerk Sh@U
OO8i|' within thirty /3O\ days after the
adjournment sine die of a Town
Meeting, to every TOVVO M88UOg
Member who has attended |eaa than
one half (1/2) Of the Town Meeting
sessions since the most recent Annual
Town Bection, a record of his attend-
ance and a copy of Section 2-0ofthe
Charter.
2.2.7.2 Town Meeting Members
of each precinct shall consider at 3
precinct DleBURg t0 be CnOdUCtHd in
accordance with Section 2.2.6 of these
Bylaws and Section 2-8 of the Chorter,
preceding the consideration of the
Article placed Up0O the Annual TOvVO
Meeting Warrant in accordance with
Section 2-0of the Charter, the names of
Town Meeting Members in that precinct
appearing OO said VV8[[8nt Article and
adopt recommendations to -[ovvn
Meeting as to VVh81 8[tiVD ShVU\d be
taken [8g@ndiOA each such Member.
The [|h8ir03D of each precinct Or his
designee shall make such recommend-
ations 3!OOg with supporting 8VideDC8
and rationale tVTown K8G8t|Og.
2.2.7.3 The names of the
Members subject to removal in
0000PdaDcg with 8GcUoD 2-6 of the
Charter shall bg grouped by precinct in
the Warrant Article required by said
Section.
Section 2.2.8 Meetings During
Town Meeting
No appointed or elected boord,
commission, committee or other entity of
Town Government shall schedule or
conduct any hearing, meeting or other
function during any hours in vvh\oh an
Annual, Subsequent or Special Town
Meeting iain session oriascheduled
tobainsession.
Any such board, commission or
committee which schedules OF holds 8
[DgebOg or hearing on the S@rne
calendar day but at o time prior to a
88SSiOO of Town Meeting GhG|| 8dioU[D
or recess not less than five (5) minutes
prior to the scheduled session of Town
Meeting.
Any board, commission or committee
nooy' at the opening of any session of
Town Meeting, present to that Town
Meeting @D instructional motion request-
ing an. exemption from this By|8vv and
asking that TOVVD Meeting permit it to
meet at a date and hour at which o
fUtUFg session of l[VvVD Meeting is
scheduled endmnay present reasons for
TOYVO Meeting tO give such permission.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, any
board, commission or committee which
meets the requirements of Section 23B
of Chapter 39 of the General Laws
cODC8FOiOg eODB[g8Ocy meetings nn8y,
upon meeting such reqUir8nOents.
conduct such 3 meeting O[ hearing U[8
time scheduled for a Town Meeting.
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