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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996-04-08 Annual Town Meeting Warrant ReportI4i Town of Reading Massachusetts . - ((--, °� o: .. Page 1 2 2 2 3 3,4,5 5 5,6 6,7 7,8 8,9 9 9,10,11 11 11,12 12 13 13,14 14,15 15 15,16 16 16,17 18 -23 24 -188 189 -209 TABLE OF CONTENTS REPORT ON THE WARRANT ANNUAL TOWN MEETING APRIL 8, 1096 Art. Title Sponsor _. 1 Election 2 Reports Board of Selectmen 3 Instructions Board of Selectmen 4 Approve the Payment of Prior Year Bills Board of Selectmen 5 Amend Capital Improvement Program Board of Selectmen 6 Amend FY 1996 Budget Finance Committee 7 Approving Capital Improvement Program Board of Selectmen 8 Accept Donation of Land - Woburn St. Board of Selectmen 9 Authorize Debt - Walkers Brook Dr. Sewers Board of Selectmen 10 Authorize Debt - Eaton Street Sewers Board of Selectmen 11 Authorize Debt - Open Space Acquisition Board of Selectmen 12 Authorize Debt- Chap.90 Rd. Improvement Board of Selectmen 13 Authorize Debt - Park Development Board of Selectmen 14 Authorize Debt - School boiler/burner replace School Committee 15 Authorize Debt - Classroom tech.equipment School Committee 16 Trade in of Equipment and Property Board of Selectmen 17 Approving FY 1997 Budget Finance Committee 18 Grant of Easement 6th St. Utility Easement Board of Selectmen 19 Amending Bylaw regarding Snow Removal Board of Selectmen 20 Amend 2.1.7 General Bylaws Board of Selectmen 21 Home Rule Petition re: traffic regulations Board of Selectmen 22 Horne Rule Petition re: Louis Bacigalupo Board of Selectmen 23 Vacating of Town Meeting Seats Board of Selectmen Maps Fiscal Year 1997 Budget Yellow Pages FY 1997 - FY 2006 Capital Improvement Prog. Blue Pages Page 1 2 2 2 3 3,4,5 5 5,6 6,7 7,8 8,9 9 9,10,11 11 11,12 12 13 13,14 14,15 15 15,16 16 16,17 18 -23 24 -188 189 -209 Reading's Town Meeting is conducted in accordance with the rules set down in Article 2 of the Charter and the General Bylaws. Although Robert's Rules of Order 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 .members should know, and which by knowing, will make Town Meeting more understandable. ORGANIZATION + Town Meeting consists of 192 elected members, of which 97 constitute a quorum. • There are two required sessions: the Annual Meeting in spring which is primarily for fiscal matters and acceptance of the annual budget, and the Subsequent Meeting in November. Special Town Meetings may be called at any time that the need arises. • Members who wish to speak shall rise, state their name and precinct, in order to be recognized. • A member may speak for ten minutes, but permission must be asked to exceed this limit. • (7) members can question a vote and call for a standing count and (20) can ask for a roll call vote; however, a roll call vote is seldom used because of the time it takes. • There are three main committees which PRINCIPAL MOTIONS ENCOUNTERED AT review certain articles and advise Town TOWN MEETING Meeting of their recommendations: Finance, for all expenditures of funds, Bylaw for all bylaw changes and the Community Planning and Development Commission for all zoning changes. Their reports are given prior to discussing the motion. GENERAL RULES OF PROCEDURE + The meeting is conducted through the warrant articles which are presented (moved) as motions. Only one motion may be on the floor at a time; however, the motion may be amended. Often two or more articles which address the same subject may be discussed together; however, only one is formally on the floor, and each when moved is acted upon individually. Note that the vote on one may influence the others. The following motions are the principal ones used in most cases by Town Meeting to conduct its business. Experience shows that the members should be familiar with these. • Adjourn: Ends the sessions, can be moved at any time. • Recess: Stops business for a short time, generally to resolve a procedural question or to obtain information. + Lay on the Table: Stops debate with the intention generally of bringing the subject up again later. May also be used to defer action on an article for which procedurally a negative vote is undesirable. Note that tabled motions die with adjournment. • Move the Previous Question: Upon acceptance by a two- thirds vote, stops C r. 12 all debate and brings the subject to a vote. This is generally the main motion, or the most recent -amendment, unless qualified by the mover. The reason for this as provided in Roberts Rules of Order is to allow for other amendments should they wish to be presented. • Amend: Offers changes to the main motion. Must be in accordance with the motion and may not substantially alter the intent of the motion. In accordance with Roberts Rules of Order only one primary and one secondary motion will be allowed on the floor at one time, unless specifically accepted by the Moderator. will , be viewed by the Moderator as reconsideration and will not be accepted. If the subsequent motion contains distinctly new material which is within the scope of the warrant article, then it will be accepted. An example of this latter situation is successive line i * tems of an omnibus budget moved as a block. 0 • Indefinitely Postpone: Disposes of the article without a yes or no vote. • • Take from the Table: Brings. back a motion which was previously laid on the table. • Main Motion: The means by which a subject is brought before the meeting. THE FOLLOWING MOTIONS MAY BE USED BY A MEMBER FOR THE PURPOSE NOTED • Question of Privilege: Sometimes used to offer a resolution. Should not be used to "steal" the floor. • Point of Order: To raise a question concerning the conduct of the meeting. • Point of Information: To ask for information relevant to the business at hand. MULTIPLE MOTIONS SUBSEQUENT (MULTIPLE) MOTIONS If the subsequent motion to be offered, as distinct from an amendment made during debate, includes material which has previously been put to a vote and defeated, it ii SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONSIDERATIONS The maker of any proposed multiple motion shall make their intent known, and the content of the motion to be offered shall be conveyed to the Moderator - prior to the initial calling of the Warrant article. Once an affirmative vote has been taken on the motion then on the floor - no further subsequent alternative motions will be accepted. (Obviously does not apply to the budget for example.) • Also - There can only be one motion on the floor at any one time. You have the ability to offer amendments to the motion that is on 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 be held 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 law to be determined by ballot. Notwithstanding the foregoing, in any year in which presidential electors 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 TownMeeting shall be opened at 7:00 a.m. and shall remain open until 8:00 p.m. Section 2.1.3 All business of the AnnualTown Meeting, except the election of such Town officers and the determination of such matters as required by law to be elected or determined by ballot, shall be considered at an adjournment of such meeting to be held at 7:30 p.m. on the second Monday in April, except if this day shall fall on a legal holiday, in which case the meeting shall be held on the following day or at a further adjourn- ment thereof. Section 2.1.4 A Special Town Meeting called the Sub- sequent Town Meeting shall be held on the second Monday in November, except if this day shall fall on a legal holiday, in which case the meeting-shall-be-held-on the following day. The Subsequent Town Meeting shall consider and act on all business as may properly come before it, except the adoption of the annual oper- ating 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 Meeting, shall be held on the following Thursday at 7:30 p.m. and then on the following Monday at 7:30 p.m. and on consecutive Mondays and Thursdays un- less a resolution to adjourn to another time is adopted by a majority vote of the Town Meeting Members present and voting. Section 2.1.6 The Board of Selectmen shall give notice of the Annual Subsequent or any Special Town Meeting at least fourteen(14) days prior to the time of holding said Meeting by iii causing an attested copy of the Warrant calling 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 mailing an attested copy of said Warrant to each Town Meeting Member. 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. on the fifth Tuesday preceding the date of election of Town officers unless this day is a holiday in which case the following day shall be substituted. All articles for the Subsequent Town Meeting shall be submitted to 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 following day shall be substituted. Section 2 -1 -8 The Board of Selectmen, after drawing a Warrant for a Town Meeting, shall imme- diately deliver a copy of such Warrant to each member of the Finance Committee, 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 of the Town Meeting Members shall constitute a quorum for doing business. Rule 2: All articles on the Warrant shall be taken up in the order of their arrangement in the Warrant, unless otherwise decided by a majority vote of the Members present and voting. Rule 3: Prior to debate on each article in a Warrant involving the expenditure of money, the Finance Committee shall advise the Town Meeting as to its recommendations and the reasons therefor. Rule 4:, Prior to debate on each article in Warrant involving changes in the Bylaws, the Bylaw Committee shall advise the Town Meeting as to its recommendations and the reasons therefor. Rule 5; Every person shall stand when speaking, shall respectfully address the Moderator, shall not speak until recognized by the Moderator, shall state his name and precinct, shall confine himself to the ques- tion 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: No Town Meeting Member or other person shall speak on any question more than ten (10) minutes without first obtain- ing the permission of the meeting. Rule 8: Any inhabitant of the Town may speak at a Town Meeting having first identified himself to the Moderator as an inhabitant of the Town. No inhabitant shall speak on any question more than five (5) minutes without first obtaining the per- mission of the Meeting. Inhabitants shall be given the privilege of speaking at Town Meetings only after all Town Meeting Members who desire to speak upon the question under consideration have first been given an opportunity to do so. Rule 9: Members of official bodies, who are not Town Meeting Members, shall have the same right to speak, but not to vote, as Town Meeting Members 'on all matters relating to their official bodies. iv Rule 10: No speaker at a Town Meeting shall be interrupted except by a Member making a point of order or privileged motion or by the Moderator. Rule 11: Any person having a monetary 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 employers 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 enter- tained. 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 termin- ating debate and putting the question, and the aforesaid 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 the Rules set forth in this Article, shall be determined by the rules of practice set forth in Robert's Rules of Order Revised, so far as they may be adapted to Town Meetings. Section 2.2.2 It shall be the duty of every official body, by a member thereof, to be in attendance 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. If no report is made within a year after the appointment, the committee shall be discharged unless, in the meantime, the Town Meeting grants an extension of time. When the final report of a committee is placed, in the hands of the Moderator it shall be deemed to be received, and a vote to accept the same shall discharge the committee, but shall not be equivalent to a vote to adopt it. Section 2.2.4 Motion to Reconsider 2.2.4.1 A motion to reconsider any vote must be made before the final adjourn- ment of the meeting at which the vote was passed but such motion to reconsider shall not be made at an adjourned meeting unless the mover has given notice of his intention to make such a motion, either at the session of the meeting at which the vote 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 at which the vote was passed, said motion shall be accepted by the Moderator but considera- tion thereof shall be postponed to become the first item to be considered at the next session unless all remaining articles have been dis- posed of, in which case reconsideration shall be considered before final adjournment. There can be no reconsideration of a vote once reconsidered or after a vote not to reconsider. Reconsideration may be ordered by a vote of two-third (2/3) of the votes present. Arguments for or against reconsideration may include discussion of the motion being reconsidered providing such discussion consists only of relevant facts or arguments not previously presented by any speaker. 2.2.4.2 The foregoing provisions relating to motions to reconsider shall not apply to any such motion made by the Board of Selectmen and authorized by the Moderator as necessary for the recon- sideration of actions previously taken by Town Meeting by reason of state or federal action or inaction or other circumstances not within the control of the Town or Town Meeting. In the event such a motion to reconsider is made and authorized, said motion may be made at any time before the final adjournment of the meeting at which the vote was passed, 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 vote of two-thirds (2/3) of the votes present. 2.2.4.3 Notice of every vote to be reconsidered at an adjourned Town Meet- ing shall 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 shall, if prac..; ticable, at least one day before the time of the next following session of said adjourned meeting, publish such notice in some newspaper published in the Town. Said notice shall include the vote to be reconsidered and the place and time of the next following session of said adjourned meeting. The foregoing notice provisions shall not apply when a motion to reconsider any Town Meeting action is made publicly at Town Meeting before the adjournment of any session of any adjourned Town Meeting. Section 2.2.5 The Selectmen shall, at each Annual Town Meeting, give to the Members information of the State of the Town. Section 2.2.6 The Town Meeting Members and Town Meeting Members-Elect from each precinct shall hold an annual precinct meeting after the Annual Town Election but before the convening of the business sessions of the Annual Town Meeting. The purpose of the meeting shall be the election of a chairman Vi and a clerk and to conduct whatever business may be appropriate. Chairmen shall serve no more than six consecutive years in that position. Additional precinct meetings may be called by the chairman or by a petition of six (6) Town Meeting Members of the precinct. Section 2.2.7 Removal of Town Meeting Members 2.2.7.1 The Town Clerk shall mail, within thirty (30) days after the adjournment sine die of a Town Meeting, to every Town Meeting member who has attended less than one half of the Town Meeting sessions since the most recent Annual Town Election, a record of his attendance and a copy of Section 2-6 of the Charter. 2.2.7.2 Town Meeting Members of each precinct shall consider at a precinct meeting to be conducted in accordance with Section 2.2.6 of these Bylaws and Section 2-6 of the Charter, preceding the consideration of the article placed upon the Annual Town Meeting Warrant in accordance with Section 2-6 of the Charter, the names of Town Meeting Members in that precinct appearing on said Warrant article and adopt recom- mendations to Town Meeting as to what action should be taken regarding each such Member. The chairman of each precinct or his designee shall make such recommendations along with supporting evidence and rationale to Town Meeting. 2.2.7.3 The names of the Members subject to removal in accordance with Section 2-6 of the Charter shall be grouped by precinct in the Warrant article required by said Section. Section 2.2.8 Meetings During Town Meeting No appointed or elected board, commission, committee or other entity of town govern- ment shall schedule or conduct any hearing, meeting or other function during any hours in which an Annual, Subsequent or Special 1, Town Meeting is in session or is scheduled to be in session. Any such board, commission or committee which schedules or holds a meeting or hearing on the same calendar day but at a time prior to a session of Town Meeting shall adjourn or recess not less than five (5) minutes prior to the scheduled session of Town Meeting. Any board, commission or committee may, at the opening of any session of Town Meeting, present to that Town Meeting an instructional motion requesting an exemption from this Bylaw and asking that Town Meeting permit it to meet at a date and hour at which a future session of Town Meeting is scheduled, and may present reasons for Town 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 concerning emergency meetings may, upon meeting such requirements, conduct such a meeting or hearing at a time scheduled for a Town Meeting. vii TOWN WARRANT i (Seal) COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS Middlesex, ss. To any of the constables of the Town of Reading, Greetings: In the name of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, you are hereby required to notify and warn 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: Precincts 1, 2, 3, 4. 5. 6, 7, 8 Hawkes Field House, 62 Oakland Road TUESDAY, the FIFTH DAY OF MARCH A.D., 1996 from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. to act on the following articles, viz: ARTICLE 1 To elect by ballot the following Town Officers: a Moderator for one year; two members of the Board of Selectmen for three years; one member of the Board of Assessors for three years; two members of the Board of Library Trustees for three years; one member of the Municipal Light Board for three years; two members of the School Committee for three years; and sixty -nine Town Meeting Members shall be elected to represent each of the following precincts: Precinct 1 - eight members for.three years; Precinct 2 - eight members for three years; one member for one year to fill vacancy; Precinct 3 - eight members for three years; two members for one year; Precinct 4 - eight members for three years; Precinct 5 - eight members for three years; Precinct 6 - eight members for three years; Precinct 7 - eight members for three years; one member for one year; Precinct 8 - eight members for three years; one member for one year. and to meet at the Reading Memorial High School, 62 Oakland Road, in said Reading, on MONDAY, the EIGHTH DAY OF APRIL A.D., 1996 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. ARTICLE 2 To hear and act on the reports of the Board of Selectmen, Town Accountant, Treasurer - Collector, Board of Assessors, Director of Public Works, Town Clerk, Tree Warden, Board of Health, School Committee, Contributory Retirement Board, Library Trustees, Municipal Light Board, Finance Committee, Cemetery Trustees, Community Planning & Development Commission, Town Manager and any other Board or Special Committee. Board of Selectmen Background This Article is taken up in order at the beginning of Town Meeting, and after the initial reports, it will then be tabled. It may be taken off the table periodically during Town Meeting as the need arises. It will then be offered at the end of Town Meeting in the event that there are any additional reports to be given at that time. The following Reports will be given at the beginning of Town Meeting: • The presentation of the Annual Arnold and Dorothy Berger Exemplary Teacher Awards • The "State of the Town Report" by the Chairman of the Board of Selectmen • A "Financial Report" by the Finance Committee. Finance Committee Report - No report on this Article, but FINCOM will be making; a report on the general state of the Town's finances under this Article. ARTICLE 3 To choose all other necessary Town Officers and Special Committees and determine what instructions shall be given Town Officers and Special Committees, and to see what sum the Town will raise by borrowing or transfer from available funds, or otherwise, and appropriate for the purpose of funding Town Officers and Special Committees to carry out the instructions given to them, or take any other action with respect thereto. Board of Selectmen Background There are no known instructions to be made at this time. This Article is generally tabled at the beginning of Town Meeting, and is offered at the end of the Town Meeting in the event that there are any instructions to be offered by Town Meeting members. Finance Committee Report - No report ARTICLE 4 To see if the Town will vote to authorize the payment during Fiscal Year 1996 of bills remaining unpaid for previous fiscal years for goods and services actually rendered to the Town, or take any other action with respect thereto. Board of Selectmen Background There are no bills from the prior fiscal year that need to be paid. Therefore, it is intended that this Article be Indefinitely Postponed Finance Committee Report - No report. N �i N ARTICLE 5 To see if the Town will vote to amend the FY 1996 to FY 2005 Capital ]Improvement 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 of Selectmen Background There are no warrant articles on the 1996 Annual Town Meeting warrant that would require an amendment to the Capital Improvements Program for FY 1996. Articles 9 and 10 are the only FY 1996 capital items on the warrant, and they are already included in the FY 1996 to FY 2005 Capital Improvement Program.. Therefore, it is intended that this Article be Indefinitely Postponed. Finance Committee Report - No report ARTICLE 6 . To see if the Town will vote to amend one or more of the votes taken under Article 14 of the Warrant of the Annual Town Meeting of April 27, 1995, as amended under Article 5 of the Warrant of the Special Town Meeting of November 13, 1995, relating to the Fiscal Year 1996 Municipal Budget, and to see What sum the Town will raise by borrowing or transfer from available funds, or otherwise and appropriate 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. Board of Selectmen Background There are a number of line items that need to be amended in order to bring the FY 1996 budget into balance. These are outlined in the table below, and may be subject to change prior to Town Meeting's first session, as items such as total Snow and Ice control expenses become finalized: ARTICLE 6 - AMENDMENTS TO FY 1996 BUDGET BUDGET # DESCRIPTION CHANGE in adopted budget NEW BUDGET AMOUNT Al Accounting - Personal Services -$7,500 $80,785 BI Community Development - Conservation Personal Services -$400 $37,214 B3 Community Development - ZBA Personal Services $150 $1,050 B9 Community Development - General Non-Personal Expenses. $110 $1,860 C3 Finance - FINCOM Reserve Fund -$30,000 $62,385 C5 Finance - Assessment Non-Personal Services -$5,000 $11,475 C8 Finance - Personnel non-Personal Expenses $3,000 $27,350 CIO Finance - General Non-Personal Expenses -$10,000 $53,314 3 D1 General Services -Selectmen Non-Personal Expenses $310 $2,060 D5 General Services - Law Labor Counsel -$5,000 $15,000 D6 General Services - Law Non-Personal Expenses $6,000 $11,000 D7 General Services - Town Clerk Personal Services $1,900 $42,598 D9 General Services - Elections Personal Services -$3,000 $11,150 DIO General Services - Elections Non-Personal Expenses -$2,000 $11,210 Dl General Services - Property and Casualty Insurance -$7,000 $91,975 D12 General Services - General Personal Services $5,800 $105,276 E6 Human Services - Veterans Aid -$8,000 $10,000 Fl Library - Personal Services -$1,400 $460,728 G5 Public Safety - Fire Personal Services $52,000 $2,046,354 G6 Public Safety - Fire Non-Personal expenses $2,600 $81,525 G Public Safety - General Personal Services $14,000 $224,788 H11 Public Works Highway - Personal services -$4,000 $507,232 H12 Public Works Highway - Non-Personal expenses $11,000 $261,893 H14 Public Works - Rubbish Collection and Disposal -$40,000 $1,004,040 H15 Public Works - Snow and Ice $400,000 from free cash $577,614 ii School Department $230,000 from free cash L4 Employee Benefits - Group Health / Life Insurance -$55,000 $2,358,110 L5 Employee Benefits - Social Security and Medicare $23,000 $246,987 L7 Police and Fire Indemnification $2,500 $22,500 MI Water - Personal Services $41,600 $552,247 with $31,000 from water reserve M2 Water - Non-Personal Expenses -$10,600 $921,212 to water Personal Services 0 111 I N1 Sewer - Personal Services - $5,600 $156,655 transferred to Sewer Non - Personal Expenses N2 Sewer - Non - Personal Expenses $8,700 $2,511,775 with $3,100 transferred from Sewer Reserve N4 Sewer - Debt Service $500 $33,279 from sewer reserve N5 Sewer - Capital (Bunker Ave. Sewer) $12,000 $70,480 from Sewer Reserve Finance Committee Report Action Pending final estimates of Snow/lee Removal costs and School Budget shortfall. ARTICLE 7 To see if the Town will vote to adopt the FY 1997 - FY 2006 Capital Improvement Program as provided for in Section 7 -7 of the Reading Home Rule Charter, or take any other action with respect thereto. Board of Selectmen Background The Proposed Capital Improvement Program, including the Finance Committee recommendations, are included in the blue pages of this book under this Article. Finance Committee Report - The Finance Committee recommends the approval of the Capital Improvements Plan by a vote of 7 -0 -0. The Finance Committee's votes on the capital projects anticipated in FY 1997 are as shown in our recommendations of Article 17 (line items K1- K45) and our recommendations of Articles 8 through 15. ARTICLE 8 To see if the Town will vote to accept a gift of land located off of Woburn Street and shown as Lot 6 on Board of Assessors' Revised January 1, 1995 Plat 63 currently believed to be owned by Antonio and Jeffrey A. Moda, and to see what sum the Town will raise by borrowing, or from the tax levy, or transfer from available funds, or otherwise, and appropriate 5 for paying for the demolition of the building presently or formerly located on said parcel of land, or take any other action with respect thereto. Board of Selectmen Background The Town has been working extensively with the business community in Reading through a variety of means including the Downtown Steering Committee, to improve the business environment in Reading. As opportunities present themselves, the Town, and the businesses of the Town need. to be able to take advantage of them. Adequate parking has been identified as a priority need in Reading's Downtown. In the Fall of 1995, a fire burned the house at 78 -80 Woburn Street. Fortunately, there were no injuries in the fire, and all of the occupants are now housed in other locations. The owner of the Atlantic Mall has agreed to purchase the property and donate it to the Town for use in expanding the adjacent municipal parking lot. This property could add up to 17 parking spaces, and would allow a layout of 2 way traffic to Woburn Street, as well as a sidewalk and landscaping. The cost of demolition of the building and construction of the parking lot would be borne by the Town, and is funded under item K -44 in the budget. This Article provides for the acceptance of the donation of this parcel of land.' The property is assessed at $191,200, and in FY 1996 pays $3,131.86 per year in property taxes. Finance Committee Report - The Finance Committee recommends the approval of this Article___ by a vote of 7 -0 -0. The Committee views this as an opportunity to address an ongoing_ parking problem in the downtown area. The Town will incur $35,000 in expenses to eliminate a hazardous building, increase parking, improve traffic flow, and enhance landscaping. Through the generous donation of land, the Town can accomplish all of this at a reasonable cost. ARTICLE 9 To see what sum the Town will raise by borrowing, or from the tax levy, or transfer from available funds, or otherwise, and appropriate for the purpose of constructing and/or reconstructing the sanitary sewer systems in Walkers Brook Drive and/or Ash Street, including consulting engineering services, designs, plans, contracts, specifications, equipment, inspection fees, contingencies and related facilities thereto and necessary in connection therewith, said sum to be spent by and under the direction of the Board of Selectmen; and to see if the Town will vote to authorize the Board of Selectmen to file applications for a grant or grants to be used to defray all or any part of the costs of said sanitary sewer construction and/or reconstruction and related matters; and to see if the Town will vote to authorize the Board of Selectmen 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 a grant and a non - interest bearing loan from the Massachusetts Water Resource Authority, and to authorize the Treasurer - Collector to borrow pursuant to said loan, or take any other action with respect thereto. Board of Selectmen Background As part of the Capital Improvements Program, the Town has identified the need for major work on the sewer line in the Walkers Brook Drive, Newcrossing Road and Ash Street area of the community. The line in this area is old and infiltration into the sewer system is a problem. Any infiltration into the sewer system now has a direct effect on the Town's sewer rates from the 0 MWRA. The Town proposes to reconstruct this line, and to add. an additional line in Walkers Brook Drive to take care of the problem. The cost of the project is $271,000, of which 25 % is available in a grant from the MWRA, and the remainder-is available in a no- interest loan to be paid back in equal installments over 5 years. The full costs of this financing are available in the FY 1997 budget, and in the Capital Improvements Program Financing Plan. This Article authorizes the Town to proceed with this project, including making the application for funding in accordance with the formula outlined above. Finance Committee Report - The Finance Committee recommends the approval of this Article by a vote of 7 -0 -0. The project will correct an infiltration problem and given the fact that sewer rates are based on flow, this project should ultimately pay for itself in reduced MWRA charges In addition. the 25% grant and five year no- interest loan make this a cost effective project ARTICLE 10 To see what sum the Town will raise by borrowing, or from the tax levy, or transfer from available funds, or otherwise, and appropriate for the purpose of constructing and/or reconstructing the sanitary sewer systems in Eaton Street, including consulting engineering services, designs, plans, contracts, specifications, equipment, inspection fees, contingencies and related facilities thereto and necessary in connection therewith, said sum to be spent by and under the direction of the Board of Selectmen; and to see if the Town will vote to authorize the Board of Selectmen to file applications for a grant or grants to be used to defray all or any part of the costs of said sanitary sewer construction and/or reconstruction and related matters; and to see if the Town will vote to authorize the Board of Selectmen 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 application and acceptance of a grant and a non - interest bearing loan from the Massachusetts Water Resource Authority, and to authorize the Treasurer - Collector to borrow pursuant to said loan, or take any other action with respect thereto. Board of Selectmen Back round As part of the Capital Improvements Program, the Town has identified the need for replacement of the sewer line in Eaton Street from Salem Street to Green Street. The line in this area is old and infiltration into the sewer system is a problem. Any infiltration into the sewer system now has a direct effect on the Town's sewer rates from the. MWRA. The cost of the project is $115,000, of which 25% is available in a grant from the MWRA, and the remainder is available in a no- interest loan to be paid back over 5 years. The full costs of this financing are available in the FY 1997 budget, and in the Capital Improvements Program Financing Plan. Eaton Street is then scheduled for reconstruction, using Chapter 90 funds, the following year. This Article authorizes the Town to proceed with this project, including making the applications for funding in accordance with the formula outlined above. Finance Committee Report - The Finance Committee recommends the approval 'of this Article by a vote of 7 -0 -0. The p oject will correct an infiltration problem and given the fact that sewer 7 rates are based on flow, this project should ultimately pay for itself in reduced MWRA charges. In addition, the 25% grant and five year no- interest loan make this a cost effective project. ARTICLE 11 To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Board of Selectmen to acquire all or any part of the following described parcel of land in fee or rights of easement therein by eminent domain under the provisions of Chapter 79 of the General Laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, or to acquire said parcel of land or any part thereof in fee or rights of easement therein by gift, purchase, or otherwise, for open space and for conservation purposes in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 40, Section 8C of the General Laws, to be managed and controlled by the Reading Conservation Commission; and to see what sum the Town will raise by borrowing, or from the tax levy, or transfer from available funds, or otherwise, and appropriate to the Board of Selectmen to pay for appraisals of said parcel and to pay for the acquisition of said parcel of land or rights of easement therein, or to be used for payment of land damages or other costs and expenses of such acquisitions, and to authorize the Board of Selectmen and/or Conservation Commission to enter into agreements with private parties or state and federal agencies for financial and other assistance in connection with such acquisition, and to do all other acts and things necessary and proper for carrying out the provision of this vote, or take any other action with respect thereto: The land shown as Lots 2 & 3 on Board of Assessors' Revised Plat 193 consisting of 9.80 acres more or less, currently believed to be owned by Michael and Phyllis Larkin. Board of Selectmen Background Reading recently updated its Open Space and Recreation Plan. The state approved the plan so the Town is again eligible for open space grants. The legislature, in passing the Open Space Bond Bill for the first time in nine years, approved the appropriation of $50 million to fund these grants. This is a reimbursement program. In the past, Reading had excellent success with this program. Records show the Town last made use of this source of funding in 1982. The plan classifies the subject parcel as part of an area high in conservation concern, and the Conservation Commission ranked it as its highest priority for such protection. It has mature wooded uplands and wetlands, a trail system, and rare species and vernal pool habitats, and it abuts other desirable open space and protected land in Kurchian Woods. The site is approved for construction of a single family house. The owner has offered in writing to sell the parcel and an adjacent parcel (together totaling just under ten acres) to the Town for conservation purposes, all for $100,000, retaining access rights and approximately 20,000 square feet of land for a house. Reading is eligible for reimbursement of approximately 62% of acquisition_ and most related costs through Open Space Bond funds, when they become available. The highest priority of residents answering the Open Space & Recreation Survey was for acquisition and protection of additional open space and land listed as a goal of the plan. The Town has not appropriated funds for open space acquisition since 1977 although the Town has been able to add to its open space inventory over the past several years through other means including donations. The acquisition of this parcel is one step in resuming implementation of the plan for natural resource and open space protection in Reading. I The approximately 10 acre parcel is currently assessed at $ 70,200, and pays in FY 1996 the sum of $ 1,149.88 in property taxes. Line K -35 .in the FY 1997 budget appropriates the sum of $45,000 for the Town share of acquisition of this property, plus the necessary cost of appraisals and other work needed in order to secure the reimbursement. This article authorizes the acquisition of the land, and also authorizes the Town to borrow in anticipation of the grant. Finance Committee Report - The Finance Committee recommends the approval of this Article by a vote of 7 -0 -0. Reimbursement from the Commonwealth for approximately 62% of the purchase price will result in a net cost to the Town of approximately $4,000 per acre. Approval of this Article will enable the Town to acquire this important open space parcel of land at an attractive price If the expected reimbursement from the Open Space Bond funds are not made available or if the appraised value to the parcel is less than the purchase price the parcel will not be acquired. ARTICLE 12 To see what sum the Town will raise 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 Town is anticipating receiving the sum of approximately $475,000 from the State in the Transportation Bond Bill, for use on improving local roads. The bill has not yet been acted upon by the legislature, and the moneys have not yet been released by the State. In order to meet this coming 1996 construction season without having to call a Special Town Meeting, this article will authorize the Town to borrow in anticipation of reimbursement for road construction projects. This is the methodology that was used successfully last year. The Town will not in fact borrow for these projects, because the authorization to incur debt is automatically rescinded when the Chapter 90 allocation is made. The projects to be constructed . are in accordance with the listing in the Capital Improvements Program. Finance Committee Report - The Finance Committee recommends the approval of this Article by a vote of 7 -0 -0. The process of authorizing the Town to borrow in anticipation of reimbursement avoids the need for a special Town Meeting or r delaying road work until fall. ARTICLE 13 To see what sum the Town will raise by borrowing, or from the tax levy, or transfer from available funds, or otherwise, and appropriate for the purpose of remodeling or reconstructing and/or making extraordinary repairs to various parks and outdoor recreational and athletic facilities throughout the Town, including all consulting engineering services, designs, plans, contracts, specifications, equipment, inspection fees, contingencies and related facilities thereto and necessary in connection therewith, said sum to be spent by and under the direction of 9 S; the Board of Selectmen; and to see if the Town will vote to authorize the Board of Selectmen to file applications for a grant or grants to be used to defray all or any of the costs of said improvements; and to see if the Town will vote to authorize the Board of Selectmen to enter into any and all agreements as may be necessary to carry out the purposes of this Article, including, but not limited to, entering into a lease or license agreement with Austin Preparatory School for the use and maintenance by the Town of certain park, outdoor recreational and athletic facilities, or take any other action with respect thereto. Board of Selectmen Background The Town has begun an ambitious program of upgrading the Town recreational and athletic fields, by constructing one or two improvements per year over the past 2 years. The past capital program had that work scheduled over the next 10+ years. This work has gone .well and has been successful, but the Town is falling further and further behind in its ability to provide safe and appropriate facilities for an ever growing demand. The Town's Recreation Administrator has been contacted by the Athletic Director at Austin Preparatory School in Reading about doing some joint work in the area of recreation facilities use and management. As a result of these discussions, and a full analysis of the needs for recreational facilities and their maintenance, the Town has developed a program to: • Reach an agreement whereby the Town will assume the costs of upgrading, maintaining, and scheduling for the Austin Preparatory fields, in exchange for having these facilities available for community use after 5:30 p.m. on weekdays, after 1:00 p.m. on weekends, and during the summers. (This is the same arrangement that we have with the Town facilities and School Department use.) \ • Upgrade all of the facilities, including those at Austin Preparatory School, to a town wide standard, similar to what has been done at the Morton field, Washington Park field, and Coolidge Middle School field. The standard includes safe turf areas, properly constructed backstops and goals, similar benches, etc. The program includes extensive addition of irrigation systems to protect the Town's investment. • Develop the remaining vacant land at the former NIKE base on Haverhill Street adjacent to the Burbank Arena for athletic fields. • Increase the operating budget in the parks maintenance area for additional .work to be undertaken, and to increase the commitment to a turf management program for all facilities. • By increasing the supply of available facilities at minimal cost (compared to purchasing land, developing land, and the ongoing costs of maintenance) the number of residents that can be served by the Town's recreational facilities will be increased, to meet the demand, which currently is much larger than our ability to provide facilities. Additionally, time will be built into the scheduling of fields to allow the fields to rest and recover from active use, something that the Town has not been able to do for a very long time. • The project would be built over 2 years, and bonding would be for a very short term - a total of 6 years. • Some additional funding for full construction of the program will be required. It is anticipated that the Parker Middle School soccer field can be upgraded using some of the available funds for the Parker Middle School project, and thereby securing reimbursement of 2/3 of the cost from the State. Additionally, depending on how the bids come out, some 10 of the irrigation work may need to be deferred for a year or two; using fees from the use of fields that are paid to the Recreation Revolving Fund to pay for these. • The Town will make application for any available funds from federal or state sources to offset some-of the costs of this program. It should be noted that the athletic facilities of the Town are used by the entire Town. The largest single user is the School Department which uses all Town facilities for its many interscholastic and intra -mural sports programs, and for many of its physical education programs. The appendix to this report has some more detail on the improvement program that is proposed. Finance Committee Report - Action Pending completion of a formal memorandum of understanding; ('MOU') with Austin Preparatory School and review of the terms of any such MOU. ' While the Finance Committee recognizes the need for additional outdoor recreation facilities and - the need to improve our existing facilities, we are examining; the timing of these improvements and the number of facilities being acquired. The proposed plan represents a rapid acceleration of projects in the capital plan and an unexpected increase in the number of facilities by almost 67 %. In addition, the Finance Committee will examine any increases in maintenance costs and termination provisions related to the Austin Preparatory School fields. ARTICLE 14 To see what sum the Town will raise by borrowing or from the tax levy or- transfer from available funds, or otherwise, and appropriate for the replacement of boilers at any or all of the following locations: Birch Meadow School;. 27 Arthur B. Lord Drive; Coolidge Middle School, 89 Birch Meadow Drive; and the Reading Memorial High School, 62 Oakland Road, Reading, Massachusetts, such appropriation to. include all engineering fees and preparation costs required to complete the purpose of this Article, all moneys to be expended under the direction of the Reading School Committee, or take any other action with respect thereto. School Committee Background This Article will raise the sum of $172,000 by borrowing, for the replacement of two boilers at either the Reading Memorial High School, the Coolidge Middle School, or the Birch Meadow Elementary School. There are two boilers at Coolidge, one of which has been replaced. There are six boilers at the High School, one of which has been replaced. There-is one boiler at the Birch Meadow School. Each boiler costs approximately $86,000 to replace. The boilers in all of the schools, except as noted above, are original to the schools, with the exception of the Parker Middle School which is having new boilers installed as part of the new construction, and Joshua Eaton School which had a new boiler installed as part of its renovation. Finance Committee Report - The Finance Committee recommends the approval of this Article by a vote of 7 -0 -0. This project is part of an ongoing commitment to replace the original boilers currently in our school buildings. ARTICLE 15 To see what sum the Town will raise by borrowing, or from the tax levy, or transfer from available funds, or otherwise, and appropriate for the purpose of purchasing 11 computers, computer related equipment and other new technology equipment for various i classrooms and offices in the various public schools in the Town, said sum to be spent by and under the direction of the School Committee; and to see if the Town will vote to authorize the School Committee to file applications for a grant or grants to be used to defray all or any of the costs of said equipment, and to see if the Town will vote to authorize the School Committee to enter into any or all agreements as may be necessary to carry out the purpose of this Article, or take any other action with respect thereto. School Committee Background A full copy of the School Department's Technology Plan is being sent to every Town Meeting Member under separate cover. Town Meeting Members are asked to read the plan in advance, and to contact the Superintendent of Schools in advance of the presentation on this Article if they have any questions. Finance Committee Report - The Finance Committee recommends the approval of this Article by a vote of 7 -0 -0. The Finance Committee recognizes that the current number of useable computers in our schools is inadequate given the increasing. demand for technology in educational programs. It is eg nerally believed that technology will be a critical component of learning in the future although accepted "yardsticks" that will measure the benefits are not yet known. The School Department's current Technology Plan makes a strong; argument for the need and anticipated benefits of computers in educational programs. The Finance Committee strongly supports the concepts of that Plan. The Finance Committee has recommended to the School Department that details related to implementation of the plan be reported upon during the fall -- particularly in the areas of curriculum development, teacher training, purchasing of equipment, and the role of the Technology Coordinator. ARTICLE 16 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 This Article permits the Town to dispose of surplus equipment, often through trade in but also by other means. For example, last year the Police Department auctioned four vehicles and received over $8,000, compared to the trade in value of less than $2,000. . The following is the list of equipment to be disposed of, all of which is being replaced as part of the annual operating budget and the Capital Improvements Program: 3 Police Vehicles 1971 Loam Shredder 1985 Pick -up Truck 2 Snow Plows 1986 Dump Truck 1981 Pick -up Truck 1975 Gang Mower 1966 Compressor 1974 Backhoe/Loader Finance Committee Report - The Finance Committee recommends the approval of this Article by a vote of 7 -0 -0. The sale or trade in of this equipment is consistent with the Town's Capital Improvement Plan. 12 .............. ARTICLE 17 To determine how much money the Town will raise by borrowing, or from the tax levy, or transfer from available funds, or otherwise, and appropriate for the operation of the Town and its-government for Fiscal Year 1997 beginning July 1, 1996, or take any other action with respect thereto. Finance Committee Background The complete budget is included in the yellow pages of this report. Finance Committee Report - The Finance Committee vote for each line item of the budget is shown on the attached Budget Surnmary. The Committee's unanimous vote on all but one line item (G-1 Public Safety - Police - Personal Services) reflects a change in our process of reviewing and voting on the budget. This year, all sections of the budget were initially reviewed by the Committee without taking a vote. As part of the collaborative budget process, the Finance Committee's response to the initial budget requests was shared with the Board of Selectmen, School Committee Town Manager and Superintendent of Schools. After the initial budget was revised the Finance Committee took a vote on each line item The dissenting votes on line G -13 as noted above, relate to an $11,022 expenditure to move a Sergeant to the rank of Lieutenant. ARTICLE 18 To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Board of Selectmen to grant or convey one or more easements upon, over and across the following described parcels of property to the Town of Reading Municipal Light Department and New England Telephone Company, their successors and assigns, to erect, operate, maintain, replace and remove poles with necessary cable, wires, supports and fixtures appurtenant thereto for the transmission of electricity, the transmission of intelligence, and other utility services, to determine the minimum amount to be paid for such grant or conveyance of easements, and to authorize the Board of Selectmen to grant or convey said easements upon, over and across all or any part of said parcels of property for such amount or larger amount and upon such other terms and conditions as the Board of Selectmen shall consider proper, and to deliver all documents in connection therewith, and to see what sum the Town will raise by borrowing or transfer from available funds, or otherwise, and appropriate to the Board of Selectmen to carry out the purpose of this Article, or take any other action with respect thereto: A certain tract of land situated southerly of Summer Avenue and being located on the easterly side of a so -called "paper street" known as Sixth Street, and being further bounded and described as follows: Beginning at a point on the easterly side of Sixth Street at the intersection of Summer Avenue; Thence southerly along the east side of Sixth Street approximately 702 feet to a point at the property line of a parcel of land shown as Lot 3a on Assessor's Plat 14; Thence westerly along said Lot 3 a 20 feet; Thence northerly along the center of Sixth Street approximately 716 feet to the side line of Summer Avenue; Thence south- easterly along the side line of Summer Avenue approximately 22.44 feet to i the point of beginning. Continuing 0.33 of an acre, more or less. 13 1 K Board of Selectmen Background In order to serve the new Bear Hill Development (Summit Village) with electric, telephone and cable service in the most cost effective and least disruptive manner, an easement along Sixth Street is needed. This street is a "paper" or undeveloped street, and it was used for the utility. access when the site was a NIKE missile base. There is no ongoing record of rights of easement for utilities, and this article would establish those rights. The other alternative is for the utility companies to install new and larger poles along Summer Avenue, Bear Hill Road, and possibly Cedar and Hopkins Streets to serve the property. It is felt that such an installation would be much more disruptive to the neighborhood, although it would be accomplished along the public streets without the need for any additional easements. Finance Committee Report - No report. Bylaw Committee Report - No report. ARTICLE 19 . To see if the Town will vote to amend Section 5.2.4 of the General Bylaws of the Town by adding the following sentence: "No person shall lay, throw, place, or cause to be placed any ice or snow on that portion of any street, sidewalk, or common land within the Town which has been cleared or plowed for travel. ", so that Section 5.2.4 shall read as follows, or take any action with respect thereto: "5.2.4 No person shall move or remove snow or ice from private lands upon any public street, sidewalk, or common land of the Town in such a manner as to obstruct or impede the free passage of vehicular or pedestrian traffic upon the street, sidewalk, or common land of the Town unless he has first obtained a permit therefor issued by the Director of Public Works. No person shall lay, throw, place, or cause to be placed any ice or snow on that portion of any street, sidewalk, or common land within the Town which has been cleared or plowed for travel." Board of Selectmen Background The existing Bylaw, Section 5.2.3, addresses the issue of depositing snow or ice from rivate lands onto public streets, sidewalks or common lands. However it does not address the issue of snow and ice deposited onto public streets, sidewalks or common lands from the portion of driveways and walkways that are within the up blic area of the roadway and sidewalk (i.e. the areas of the driveway from the property line to the street edge or curb, and the sidewalk). The Town makes a substantial investment of equipment and labor to clear the 108 miles of roadways, and over 55 miles of sidewalks in the school and business areas, for safe vehicular and pedestrian travel, only to have some areas made dangerous, and at times impossible for travel from snow deposits after plowing. This bylaw change would prohibit the deposit of snow or ice on all roadways and on sidewalks that are plowed in the school and business areas. The Article is being proposed for the Annual Town Meeting so that it will become effective prior to the snow and ice season of 1996/1997. The Town must submit the proposed bylaw change to the Attorney General for approval. That process will take approximately 4 months. Finance Committee Report - No report 14 Bylaw Committee Report - The Bylaw Committee recommends this Article by a vote of 3 -0 -0. This winter has made it clear that the Snow Removal Bylaw is inadequate in dealing with heaves snow falls and in defining responsibilities for violation. The Bylaw Committee feels that this amendment effectively addresses both of these issues. ARTICLE 20 To see if the Town will vote to amend Section 2.1.7 of the General Bylaws of the Town by deleting the word "fifth" in the second sentence thereof and substituting therefor the word "seventh," so that said Section 2.1.7 shall read as follows, or take any other action with respect thereto: "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. on the fifth Tuesday preceding the date of election of Town officers, unless this day is a holiday in which case the following day shall be substituted. All articles for the Subsequent Town Meeting shall be submitted to the Board of Selectmen not later than 8:00 p.m. on the seventh Tuesday preceding the Subsequent Town Meeting in which action is to be taken, unless this day is a holiday in which case the following day shall be substituted." Board of Selectmen Background This Article was requested by an Instructional Motion at the 1995 Subsequent Town Meeting. It will give the Bylaw Committee, FINCOM, and other Boards, Committees and Commissions more time to review the warrant in time to make written recommendations to Town Meeting. The current schedule was developed in order to give the CPDC more time to develop and hold hearings on Zoning By -Laws prior to placing them on the warrant. Finance Committee Report - No report Bylaw Committee Report -The Bylaw Committee recommends this Article by a vote of 4 -0 -0. This Article is placed on the Warrant in response to an instructional motion to the Board of Selectmen from the Bylaw Committee which has often found itself required to submit recommendations hours after receiving the warrant. Prior to making the instructional motion, inquiries indicated that other boards making, recommendations to the Town Meeting experienced similar time constraints. This amendment would ease the time constraints and consequently improve the quality of the recommendations. ARTICLE 21 To see if the Town will approve a Home Rule petition to the General Court, permitting the Town of Reading, through the Board of Selectmen as Road Commissioners, to establish traffic rules and regulations on local Streets in Reading, without requiring prior approval of the Massachusetts Highway Department. Board of Selectmen Back rg ound The Board of Selectmen is frequently requested by staff and/or residents to establish a particular traffic regulation on a .local street. State regulation requires in many cases Massachusetts Highway Department approval for such a regulation, and in other cases requires 15 F' that certain "State Standards" be met for any such local regulation. For example, at least 2 motor vehicle accidents within the past 24 months have to have taken place at an intersection in order to qualify for a stop sign. The Board of Selectmen feels that the Board is better qualified that the State to make decisions for regulations on local roads, and this home rule petition would, if passed by the legislature and signed by the Governor, allow this to happen in Reading. Finance Committee Report - No report. Bylaw Committee Report - Action pending. ARTICLE 22 To see if the Town will file a home rule petition to the General Court, to grant veteran status to Louis Bacigalupo of Reading for purposes of consideration regarding his disability retirement, such change in status to be effective with the date of passage of a Home Rule petition, or take any other action with respect thereto. Board of Selectmen as a courtesy to Mr. Bacigalupo Background Louis Bacigalupo, born in 1934, was retired from the Town's employ effective November 2, 1985 under the "ordinary disability, option B" provisions of the retirement law. Being a non - veteran, all the law would allow was to raise his age to 55 when he retired, and to use the factor of .015. Using this factor and an average of his last 3 years of compensation, he was awarded retirement benefits of $5,720.88 per year. Had Mr. Bacigalupo been a veteran, under option B, he would have received 50% of his \ last 12 months compensation as his retirement benefit, or $8,202.30 per year. The difference between what he is currently receiving and what he would be receiving if he retired as a veteran is $2,481.42 per year. If this Article is approved by Town Meeting, and subsequently is approved by the legislature, the Town's pension costs would rise by $2,481.42 annually. The Article, and subsequent legislation, are written so that the benefit would not be retroactive prior to the date of passage of the law. Mr. Bacigalupo was injured playing football for Reading High School, and lost his leg as a. result. He, therefore, had no ability to go into the armed forces and to become a veteran. This article was placed on the warrant by the Board of Selectmen as. a courtesy to Mr. Bacigalupo. If the motion under this Article is approved, the Town would present a proposed law to the State Legislature and ask that it be passed into law. It needs to be clear that this Article, and any subsequent Horne Rule petition, is for this case only because of the unique circumstances of the case and will not create a precedent. Finance Committee Report - No report. Bylaw Committee Report - Action Pending, ARTICLE 23 To see if the Town will vote pursuant to Section 2 -6 of the Reading Home Rule Charter to declare the seats of any or all of the following Town Meeting Members to be vacant and to remove any or all of the following described persons from their position as Town Meeting Member for failure to take the oath of office within thirty days following the notice of 16 J 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 1 Maurice C. Proctor, Jr. Precinct 3 William L. Childress Stephen M. Korth Board of Selectmen Background Article 23 would declare the seats of three members of Town Meeting vacant because they did not attend at least half of the six Town Meeting sessions during the past year. This Article is required by the Reading Home Rule Charter to be on every Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Precinct reports to Town Meeting will be required as part of the process. Finance Committee Report - No report. Bylaw Committee Report - No Mort. and you are directed to serve this Warrant by posting an attested copy thereof in at least one (1) public place in each precinct of the Town not less than fourteen (14) days prior to March 5, 1996 the date set for the meeting in said Warrant, and to publish this Warrant in a newspaper published in the Town, or by mailing an attested copy of said Warrant to each Town Meeting Member at least fourteen (14) days prior to the time of holding such meeting. Hereof fail 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 31 st day of January, 1996. Sally M. Hoyt, Chairman George V. Hines, Vice Chairman Camille W. Anthony, Secretary Daniel A. Ensminger Bruce MacDonald READING BOARD OF SELECTMEN William J. 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Cc) sao 500 1 Sac 0 0 $(:).a So-o 50.0 so-cc) 5o.c rn V LwSo-oc - 0 p 0 77-1) +1 0 Qu ,A in -90 322.28 FOURTH ARTICLE i f FIFTH STREET 11 -78 78,09 It- -1 In 0 0 PROPOSED EASEMENT 0n 07 =S,4 4-4,L 40 -53 c#j !D \"., :90, 04- March 15, 1996 Town of Reading Finance Committee Fiscal Year 1997 Budget Message Dear Town Meeting Members: INTRODUCTION The. attached budget for fiscal year 1997 that the Finance Committee is recommending to you is the result of cooperation by many people to develop a process to identify and resolve budgetary issues facing the Town of Reading. The Board of Selectmen, School Committee, and Finance Committee, with administrative and financial personnel of both municipal government and the school department, have met regularly during the past six months to review long -term projections of revenues and expenses, review and agree upon revenue estimates for the upcoming fiscal year, and to make a broad review of the entire Town's budget requests. The result of this process is that the Board of Selectmen, School Committee and Finance Committee have each independently voted to support the allocation of funds between municipal government and the school department as presented in the attached budget. In addition, the Finance Committee has reviewed and voted on each line item of the budget. OVERVIEW The attached budget balances an increasing demand for services, a continuing commitment to maintain the Town's fixed assets, and a need to maintain adequate reserves. Due to an improved economy and an increased commitment by the Commonwealth to local communities, revenues are conservatively projected to increase by $2.1 million (5.8 %) in FY 1997 to $38.7 million. This increase in revenues will be allocated to general inflationary increases to salaries and expenditures (2.5 %) -- $900,000, capital projects receiving SBAB reimbursement -- $350,000, and increased demand for existing services -- $850,000. The budget maintains the Town's commitment to capital projects at 6.5% of revenues. In addition, despite using $200,000 from free cash to' balance the current operating budget, cash reserves are projected to be approximately $1.8 million, or 4.6% of revenues, which is near ;the Finance Committee's recommended goal of 5 %. INCREASED DEMAND FOR EXISTING SERVICES The recommended budget reflects a number of factors which require additional funding to either meet the demand for services or to make the necessary steps to move forward as a community (additional services or better quality of services). Areas of significant increase in the budget include: (a) special education, which continues to escalate, and will require an additional $300,000 in FY 1997 over the 2.5% general increase; (b) enrollment increases in the schools requires the need for additional teachers, assistants and the need to redistrict the middle schools, costing $250,000; (c) a commitment, to technology, within both the municipal and school departments, is being supported by a technician and consulting services in the Town's Finance department and a technology coordinator within the schools - totaling $95,000. Areas which individually involve less dollars, but collectively will cost approximately $150,000, include civil engineering for highway development, parks and forestry, school textbooks; a school nurse and custodial services. Despite the significant increases outlined above. the recommended budget fairly balances the needs of the community and prudent fiscal management. This budget uses only a modest amount of free cash as a source of revenue which reduces the potential for systemic operating deficits and the need to unexpectedly reduce costs in future years. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM The attached Capital Improvements Plan reflects the Town's commitment to maintain its assets. Debt service and annual appropriations for capital projects for the third year in a row is allocated 6.5% of operating revenues. Changes to the CIP this year include a significant increase in the cost of a new or renovated police station ($3.5 million versus $1.5 million in last year's CIP), a proposal for new and 24 reconstructed recreational facilities which exceeds previous requests by over $200,000, an accelerated , commitment to bring more computers into the schools which will require $1,000,000 more in Town funds (rather than grants, which are no longer -expected), and a new estimate for renovations at the Coolidge \. Middle School of $500,000. To accommodate these changes, the CIP has also been modified to reflect the swimming pool project as a replacement of the existing outdoor facility through debt and, if the Town's residents choose, enclosure of a facility through a debt exclusion override. Renovation of the High School, which formerly anticipated a cost of $2,000,000 financed through debt, now anticipates financing through a debt exclusion override. This change was made with the expectation that the RMHS 2000'project will significantly exceed $2,000,000, and if it does, will not fit within the current CIP without a debt exclusion override. Through formal capital planning. the Town has been able to, and will continue to, improve the quality of services we receive: roads are being repaired equipment is being replaced on a regular basis, buildings are being renovated or replaced as needed. recreational facilities are being restored, etc.--- The attached CIP continues our commitment in these areas The Finance Committee does advise Town Meeting Members, however, that the current CIP lacks flexibility to meet unexpected needs for at least five years: debt service related to long -term debt accounts for nearly 100% of the 6.5% allocation during that period of time New projects or unexpected needs may need to be deferred until later years or may require the use of free cash or funds generally allocated to the operating budget during that time ACKNOWLEDGMENT The Finance Committee acknowledges the cooperation and efforts of Peter Hechenbleikner, Dr. Harry Harutunian, Dennis Richards, Elizabeth Klepeis, Richard Foley, the' Capital Improvements Advisory Subcommittee (George Thompson, Jim Keigley, Robert Cavicchi, Richard McDonald, and Charles Peacock), the Board of Selectmen, the School Committee and all other Town boards and employees who contributed to the development of this budget. Respectively submitted, Town of Reading Finance Committee Stephen J. Blewitt Thomas J. Green Carol S. Grimm James A. Keigley Gerald L.MacDonald Catherine Martin Rocco V. Nenarella Gerard A. Vitale Nathan C. White 25 Y 7 J oFR�q %c Town of Reading 16 Lowell Street Reading, MA 01867 -2685 ls39' INCORQ��P� TOWN MANAGER FAX: (617) 942 -9070 (617) 942 -9043 FISCAL YEAR 1997 BUDGET MESSAGE The following FY 1997 budget as proposed by the Town Manager and recommended by the Finance Committee, represents a balanced approach to providing municipal services tot he residents of the Town of Reading, while maintaining the long term community focus on Public Safety services and Education. Through this budget, the Town is able to begin to restore to the community some of the services that were cut during the desperate fiscal times of the late 1980's and early 1990's. The Town Manager's budget message and presentation for the FY 1996 budget was a pessimistic one, not in terms of the fiscal concerns, but in terms of the method of arriving at a fair and balanced budget. This year, that process has been dramatically turned around, through the hard work of th- Board of Selectmen, the Finance Committee, the School Committee, and staff. Following a leadership retreat held in the early fall of 1995, these groups developed a "Budget Council" made up of the entire 20 person membership of the Board of Selectmen, Finance Committee, and School Committee, advised by the Town Manager and senior finance and accounting staff. The process that evolved is known as the "Collaborative Budget Process ", and it was developed while this year's budget was being developed. This process will. be refined during the coming year. The strength of this process is to have the entire "Budget Council" involved in reviewing revenues, establishing priorities, and understanding the entirety of the financial and service needs of the community. Consensus decisions were made as part of this process- and. as a result, there is agreement among these three groups as to the budget that is presented to Town Meeting, The focus of this budget, as was the case with the FY 96 budget, is a continued focus on: • meeting the educational needs of the community, especially as the school aged population of the community continues to grow, and as the Town is challenged with meeting the letter and the spirit of the Education Reform Act. The proposed budget devotes 65% of the expenses of the discretionary budget (Town plus School) to the School Department. This is up from 63% in FY 1996. The increase of $1,485,808 in the School Budget is 70% of the total growth in expenditures for FY 1997. Additionally, there is an amount of $213,000 devoted to schools in the capital portions of the budget, plus debt projects totaling $672,000 proposed in the Town Meeting warrant. Clearly there is a commitment to the School Department in this budget. • supporting Public Safety services of the community, to continue to keep Reading a safe place to live and work and go to school. The Board of Selectmen have stated that, while 6V this budget provided significant support to the Public. Safety services of the community, the �- FY 1998 budget will expand that focus in the area of Fire and Police staffing. While the average of all Town department operating budgets excluding the Public Safety Department budget have increased 2.02% from FY 1996 to FY 1997, the Public Safety Budgets reflect a 4.16% increase. In addition, there is a considerable amount ($189,700) in capital spending devoted to the Public Safety Department this year.. • ongoing support for the physical plant of the community through the Capital Improvements Program and the capital and debt structure of the community. This support is for School and Town services and programs, and FY 1997 sees the beginning of the expenses for the major commitment for school building construction. REVENUES The Town has embarked on a 5 year revenue projection program, so that as budgets are developed, the Town can understand the short and long range impacts of budget decisions. The Town continues to estimate revenues conservatively, so as to avoid prematurely using reserves. The Town's revenues continue to be strong. At the beginning of FY 1996, the Town had approximately $1,700,000 in free cash, and that combined with the annual appropriation to the Reserve Fund of $150,000, resulted -in achieving the Finance Committee's goal of starting the year with 5% of the operating budget in cash reserves. Those reserves are necessary in order to provide the Town with the necessary cushion to handle the unforeseen, items like the winter of 1995 -1996 snow fall, the shortfall in the School budget in the spring of 1995, etc. The Town will use approximately $500,000 of Free Cash this spring to balance out the snow and ice account and handle shortfalls in the School budget, and will use another $200,000 in Free Cash to balance the FY 1997 budget. It is estimated, based on historical data, that Free Cash will be regenerated at the beginning of FY 1997 in roughly the same amount being used this spring, thereby restoring cash reserves to the 5% level as we start FY 1997. The Estimates for Property Taxes is based on the use of the full 2.5% increase in the levy limit as established by Proposition 2 1/2, and by the new growth in the community which is based on historical levels of approximately $200,000. Local Revenues are estimated based on historical trends from the past full year's experience (FY 1995), and an analysis of revenues to date in FY 1996. for example, it appears from the chart that the Town is underestimating Excise Tax receipts, but the 1995 levels of collection appear to be an aberration. State Aid is based on the Governor's Budget recommendation. The lack of knowing the actual State Aid number at this point in the Town's budget process is a frustration, but using the Governor's budget numbers in past years has been adequate for estimating revenues at this point. A major reason for the large increase in State Aid is that the Town will receive the first payment of the State reimbursement for the Joshua Eaton and Birch meadow School projects, and this Q_ 27 increase in accordance with the Town's Capital Improvements Program is dedicated directly to capital projects and debt service. Operating Transfers are based on available funds for transfer, and the growth in the Earnings Distribution from the Reading Municipal Light Department is based on a CPI index. Cemetery Perpetual Care Funds (Bequest Funds) are increased to support the first debt payment on the new "Wood End" cemetery which is under development. Reserves - It is estimated that the Town will enter FY 1997 with approximately $1,900,000 in cash reserves made up of Free Cash and the Reserve Fund. Additionally, the Town has almost $2,000,000 in the Sale of Real Estate Fund which is held aside for capital projects. The use of the Sale of Real Estate Fund principal is part of the financing plan for the Capital Improvements Program. Additionally, healthy reserves in the Sewer and Water reserves exist, and are being used to help offset rates for FY 1997. The Sewer Reserves will remain at $200,000, and the Water Reserves will remain at that same level. EXPENSES The proposed expense budget represents a balance approach to funding needed services, while continuing to focus on Town priorities. This budget represents the restoration of a number of programs which have been previously reduced or eliminated. As is usually the case, the demand for services exceeds the ability of the Town to provide the services. On the Town side of the budget alone, the requests for restoration of services were. over $800,000, and the amount funded was approximately $350,000. The FY 1997 budget as proposed has as its center the continued support of the staff who provide services to the community. The base level of salary increase is 2.5 %. In some cases, these increases are increased by annual step increases. In other areas the labor contracts dictate some different level of increase for this fiscal year, but all labor contracts have an incremental average cost of 2.5% per year over three years, ending in FY 1998. Additionally, in the Town Budget there are some lines noted as "Salary Adjustment ". There are instances where an employee's position was reclassified 2 years ago, but the employee remains on Step 1 of a 10 step salary schedule. A new employee going into that position would go to Step 2 in 6 months, and these adjustments are intended to address that inequity. Accounting Department - (Al through A2) This budget is actually decreased .19% because of a change in staff. Community Development Department - (BI through B9) This budget is increased 17.39 %. The programs include + an increase in Zoning salary because of an increased workload; + the establishment of a part time unbenefitted zoning officer to handle code enforcement issues; Viz? • part of the correction of a pay inequity for the Plumbing and Gas and Wiring Inspectors this is a 3 year process); 1, • Expansion of Clerical Staff to improve office coverage and to relieve professional staff of some of the - clerical and administrative duties. Finance Department - (CI through C12) This budget reflects an increase of 13.93 %. The programs include: • Moving the Data Processing Coordinator position from the General Department to the Technology /Division, and adding a Technician to that Division. The Technology Division will manage the entire administrative portion of the computer and technology functions of both the School Department and the Town offices. The School Department will separately manage the instructional technology systems within their budget. • A technology consulting line item is included in the budget in order to assist the Town in designing the Local Area Network system that is included in the Capital Improvements Program. • The position of a Personnel Administrator is funded for the first time since 1987. This position will manage all of the Town's personnel functions, and will relieve the Town Manager from some of his workload, allowing him to focus on other areas: • Professional Development for Town Employees and some of its volunteers is increased to a more appropriate level. . General Services Department - (D1 through D11) This budget is increased 1.09% for FY 1997. The program changes include: • Under the Board of Selectmen's budget, and Senior Citizen Tax/Work program in the amount of $10,000, which will fund 20 participants; • A Stipend for the Assistant Town Clerk in the General Department budget, which will improve service to the Town's customers; • An increase in elections costs, because there are 3 elections in FY 1997; • A decrease in Property and Casualty insurance because of successful bidding and a competitive market. Human Services Department - (El through Ell) This budget is increased by 2.62 %. The program changes include: • An increase in mosquito spraying in 2 areas of the community; • An increase in the Meals on Wheels Coordinator's hours to reflect the growth in the program. Library Department - (FI and F2) This budget is increased 6.82 %. The program changes include: • An increase in the hours of the Pages to reflect the need for additional shelving of materials; • An increase in the amount of materials purchased, *in order to keep up with increased costs and increased demand for library materials of all types. Public Safety Department - Gl through G8) This budget reflects an increase of 4.16 %0, j compared to an increase for all other Town budgets of 2.02 %. The program changes include: 29 • Moving a Police Sergeant to a Lieutenant's position, with the intention in FY 1998 of moving a Police Officer to a Sergeant's position, and hiring an additional Police Officer; • Replacing Police radios within the operating budget, as well as in the Capital program; • This reflects the first year of a lease for the motorcycle in the Police Department - previously the cost had been donated; • Additional expenses in the Fire Department for testing of equipment as required; • Additional funding of overtime to assist the Fire Chief in meeting administrative requirements. this is seen as a transitional step to providing regular (non - overtime) assistance in the FY 1998 budget; • Increased expenses in the Dispatch budget for Fire alarm maintenance. Department of .Public Works - (HI through H17) The total DPW budget is decreased 1.73 %, primarily due to the reduction in the rubbish collection and disposal budget. The major program changes include: • An increase of one position in the Engineering Division is needed in order to take advantage of the grant programs and to implement many of the capital projects within the department; • Restoration of seasonal labor in the Highway Division will allow the Division to address some of its backlog of work; • The addition of help in the Parks and Forestry Division will allow the Town to improve the maintenance of its facilities, and to expand the facilities maintained; • Additional Turf Treatment will begin the restoration of field facilities throughout the Town; • Collection of "White Goods" (appliances) at curbside, for a fee. School Department - (Jl and J2) The School Department budget is increased 8.06%,.68% for the Vocational School, and 8.10% for the Town School Department. The School Department Budget message is included in the appropriate section of the budget. The Vocational School budget request is for 15% increase, while the enrollment is declining by 2 %. The recommended budget is increased by the amount required under the Education Reform Act. Debt Service and Capital - (K1 through K45) The blue section of this book detail the Capital Improvements Program and its financing structure. Employee Benefits - (L1 through L7) This budget is increased by .6 %. The following are the highlights: • The contributory retirement is increased reflecting the amortization schedule. Conservative estimates are used in this schedule. • Group Health and Life insurance rates went down 5.5% this year. However, the budget for FY 1997 assumes that rates will increase next year. It also assumes that the new positions included in the budget will be funded. • Workers Compensation reflects the fully insured program, and shows considerable cost savings in making the change from a self insured program. Water Division - (MI through M4) This budget reflects a 2.09% increase. The following are the program highlights: • Seasonal labor is restored, to make up a backlog of preventative maintenance projects; 30 • Overtime is increased to reflect the actual expenses incurred; • Funding as a separate line item for water service provided to some residents by Wakefield is included; Sewer Division - (N1 through N4) This budget is increased 6.84 %. The budget reflects the following programs: s The MWRA expenses are based on early estimates. The MWRA has developed a proposed budget that would increase expenses by $250,000 more than reflected in this budget, but this proposed budget is subject to review and reduction. • The budget reflects funding as a separate line item for sewer service provided to some residents by Woburn. Peter I. Hechenbleikner Town Manager 31 V 32 REVIEW OF FY 1997 BUDGET FY 1995 Budget Fy 1996 Budget FY 1997 Budget FY 1997 Budget as Requested as Recommended j by Town Mgr. .general Government $10,119,700 $10,367,243 $11,274,007 $10,679,460 General Government % Inc.,over Prior Year 2.45% 8.75% 3.01% School $16,977,964 $18,109;510 $19,747,006 $19,595,318 School % Inc. over Prior Year 6.66% 9.04% 8.20% Debt/Capital $2,295,348 $2,365,548 $2,778,804 $2,793,363 Debt(Capital % inc. over prior year 3.06% 17.47% 18.09% Employee Benefits $4,905,377 $4,915,657 $4,999,679 $4,944,995 Employee Benefits % Inc over prior year 0.21% 1.71% 0.60% State/County Assessment $658,688 $670,034 $686,785 $686,785 Total General Budget $34,957,077 $36,427,992 $39,486,281 $38,699,921 Total General Budget % Inc. over prior year 4.21% 8.40% 6.24% Available Revenue $35,727,637 $36,558,253 $38,484,781 $38,699,921 Surplus/(defecit) of revenues over expenses $770,560 $130,261 ($1,001,500) $0 32 PROPERTY TAXES (net of abate. and exempt) LOCAL REVENUES OTHER THAN PROPERTY TAXES Motor Vehicle Excise Penalties and interest on Taxes Payments in lieu of taxes Payments in lieu of taxes - electric Urban redevelopment excise Charges for services Licenses anad permits Special Assessments Fines Interest earnings TOTAL INTERGOVERNMENTAL REVENUE (net of offsets and including SBAB) OPERATING TRANSFERS AND AVAILABLE FUNDS Cemetery perpetual care Cemetery sale of lots Wetland protection filing fees Earnings distribution - Electric Abatement surplus Certified Free Cash Other Misc. Transfers TOTAL TOTAL GENERAL FUND REVENUES FY 1997 - FY 2001 REVENUE PROJECTIONS Town of Reading, Massachusetts FY 1995 Fr 1996• FY 1997 1 FY 1998 FY 1999 .E12444 FY 2001 (ACTUAL) $24,367,298 $25,280,994 $26,134,464 $26,987,826 $27,862,521 $28,759,084 $29,678,061 $1,773,661 $1,500,000 $1,600,000 $1,632,000 $1,664,640 $1,697,933 $245,097 $200,000 $200,000 $204,000 $208,080 $212,242 $108,794 $100,000 $110,000 $112,200 $114,444 $116,733 $100,824 $100,000 $100,000 $102,000 $104,040 $106,121 $80,845 $80,000 $80,000 $81,600 $83,232 $84,897 $662,293 $600,000 $659,600 $672,792 $686,248 $699,973 $40,945 $40,000 $40,000 $40,800 $41,616 $42,448 $17,680 $10,000 $10,000 $10,200 $10,404 $10,612 $117,718 $120,000 $120,000 $122,400 $124,848 $127,345 $617.232 $620.000 $.705 54C $614.020 $625,284. $3,765,089 $3,370,000 $3, 625, 140 $3,591,992 $3,663,832 $3,737,108 $5,433,650 $5,986,759 $6,963,414 $7,213,414 $7,463,414 $8,466,969 $66,883 $82,000 $93,608 $83,500 $133,700 $138,700 $30,000 $20,000 $22,000 $40,000 $40,000 $40,000 $1,475 $1,500 $3,295 $1,500 $2,000 $2,000 $1,400,000 $1,442,000 $1,485,000 $1,529,550 $1,575,437 $1,622,700 $88,000 $280,000 $173,000 $100,000 $100,000 $100,000 $400,731 $95,000 $200,000 $150,000 $150,000 $150,000 $174.511 K $2 $4 $Q _Q $2,161,600 $1,920,500 $1,976,903 $1,904,550 $2,001,137 $2053,400 $35,727,637 $36,658,2531 $38,699,921 $39 ,697,782 $40,990,904 $43,016,661 as moZed Uwugh the 1995 Subsequent Tam Meeting - PROPERTY TAXES INCREASE 2.6% PER YEAR PLUS NEW GROWTH OF $200,010 PER YEAR. -LOCAL REVENUES INCREASE 2% PER YEAR FOR F71997 THROUGH FY 2001, EXCEPT INTEREST EARNINGS DECREASE IN FY 1998 BECAUSE OF LESS CASH TO INVEST (PARKER MIDDLE SCHOOL BORROWING) -STATE AID INCREASES $250,000 PER YEAR BECAUSE OF EDUCATION REFORM, PLUS INCREASES IN SBAB REIMBURSEMENT IN FY 1997 AND FY 2000 - OPERATING TRANSFERS INCREASED PER THE FINANCING PLAN FOR WOOD END CEMETERY, AND THE, EARNINGS DISRTIBUTION IS INCREASED 3% PER YEAR 33 $1,731,891 $216,486 $119,068 $108,243 $86,695 $713,972 $43,297 $10,824 $129,892 $3,811,851 $8,716,969 $145,700 $40,000 $2,000 $1,671,381 $100,000 $150,000 34 $2,109,081 $44,315,962 X1 POLICE GI Personal Serv. $2, 072, 784 $2, 066, 109 $2, 189, 478 $2, 363,189 $2,278,074 $2,278,074 5-2-0 G2 Non - Personal Exp. $178,446 $180,151 $185,355 $215,710 $206,780 $206,780 7-0-0 ANIMAL CONTROL G3 Personal Serv. $17,980 $15,420 $13,045 $13,371 $13,371 $13,371 7-0-0 G4 Non - Personal Exp. $4,457 $4,435 $4,100 $5,160 $4,880 $4,880 7-0-0 FIRVEMERGENCY MANAGEMENT G5 Personal Serv. $2,011,852 $2,007,026 $1, 994, 354 $2,092,304 $2,052,804 $2,054,004 7-0-0 G6 Non - Personal Exp. $79,927 $69,932 $78,925 $90,600 $89,160 $89,160 • 7-0-0 GENERAL G7 Personal Serv. $194,133 $195,775 $210,788 $232,873 $221,773 $221,773 740-0 G8 Non - Personal Exp. $18,480 $18,395 $19,050 $32,873 $22,273 $22,273 740-0 TOTAL Personal Serv. $4,296,749 $4,284,330 $4,407,665 $4,701,737 $4,566,022 $4,567,222 Non-Personal Exp. $281,310 $272,913 $287,430 $344,343 $323,093 $323,093 DEPARTMENT TOTAL $4, 578, 059•,,,,,, $4,557,243 „•,•„ $4695095•..•.. $5, 046080 „•• • $ 4,889.115$4,890,315•• ;, • 4.16% H PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT r' ADMINISTRATION Hi Personal Serv. $78,358 $77,103 $81,305 $82,321 $80,640 $80,640 H2 Non - Personal Exp. $3,000 $2,210 $2,800 $2,870 $2,800 $2,800 ENGINEERING H3 Personal Serv. $124,838 $120,885 $141,842 $189,787 $167,206 $167,206 �- H4 Non - Personal Exp. $4,700 $4,191 $6,300 $53,432 $3,357 $3,357 HIGHWAY 8 EQUIP. MAINT.. H5 Personal Services $ 468, 245 $ 452,345 $529,368 $548,657 $540,679 $540,679 HIS Non- Personal Exp. $ 248, 280 $ 242, 563 $ 237,293 $291,825 $244,720 $244,720 PARKS/FORESTRY H7 Personal Serv. $252,193 $ 247, 276 $ 258,232 $298,246 $302,241 $302,241 H8 Non - Personal Exp. $24,747 $21,145 $34,770 $57,354 $46,115 $46,115 BUILDING MAINTENANCE H9 Personal Serv. $82,282 $82,182 $72,471 $146,326 $82,996 $82,996 H10 Non - Personal Exp. $285,493 $284,983 $259,775 $282,518 $267,184 $267,184 SUB -TOTAL FOR DEPARTMENT H11 Personal Serv. $995,916 $979,791 $1,083,218 $1,265,337 $1,173,762 $1,173,762 7-0-0 H12 Non - Personal Exp. $566,220 $555,092 $540,938 $687,999 $564,176 $564,176 740-0 ST. LIGHTING H13 Non - Personal Exp. $186,328 $186,328 $192,331 $200,082 $200,100 $200,100 7 -0-0 RUBBISH COLL./DISPOSAL H14 Non - Personal Exp. $1,036,143 $1,029,739 $1,091,000 $1,027,335 $897,440 $897,440 7 -0-0 H15 SNOW 8 ICE CONTROL $137,000 $136,935 $177,614 $182,055 $182,058 $182,058 7-0-0 CEMETERY DIVISION HIS Personal Serv. $179,777 $173,509 $167,394 $195,133 $195,859 $195,859 7 -0 -0 - $88,108 from Cem. Beq. H17 Non-Personal Exp. $34,300 $33,432 $29,525 $31,775 $31,635 $31,635 7.0-0 •s22,000 from seieoftots TOTAL FOR DEPARTMENT Personal Serv. $1,175,693 $1,153,300 $1,270,612 $1,460,470 $1,369,621 $1,369,621 Non - Personal Exp. $1,959,991 $1,941,526 $2,031,408 $2,129,246 $1,875,409 $1,875,409 „DEPARTMENT TOTAL $3,135684, $3, 094,826 _____$3,302,020_ __$3,589, 716 $3,245,030_ $3,245,030 _ -1.73% 34 TOWN OF READING, MASSACHUSETTS - FISCAL YEAR 1997 BUDGET FY 1895 FY 1995. FY 1996 FY 1997 FY 1997 FY 1991 FINCOM REMARKS TOWN MEETING ACTUAL TOWN MEETING DEPARTMENT TOWN MANAGER FINCOM VOba AND No. APPROVED EXPENDED APPROVED REQUEST RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED SOURCE OF BUDGET BUDGET FUNDING D GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT D1 Non - Personal Exp. $1,750 $1,749 $1,750 $14,750 $11,750 $11,750 7-0-0 TOWN MANAGER D2 Personal Serv. $76,631 $76,629 $78,444 $60,405 $80,405 $80,405 7-0-0 D3 Non - Personal Exp. $3,750 $3,735 $7,085 $22,650 $5,750 $5,750 7-0.0 LAW DIVISION D4 Non- Pers.Exp.Twn.Couns. $101,900 $101,900 $101,900 $104,500 $104,500 $104,500 7-0.0 D5 Non- Pers.Exp.Lab.Couns. $20,000 $17, 009 $20,000 $20,000 $20,000 $20,000 7-0-0 06 Non -Pars. Exp. Other $10, 000 $51981 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 7-0.0 TOWN CLERK D7 Personal Serv. $38,317 $38, 200 $39,248 $40,238 $40,238 $40,238 7-0-0 D8 Non - Personal Exp., $1,450 $1,227 $1,450 $1,450 $1,450 $1,450 7-0-0 ELECTIONS/REGISTRATION D9 Personal Serv. $20,350 $18,225 $14,150 $18,190 $19,440 $19,440 740-0 D10 Non - Personal Exp. $10,650 $15,947 $13,210 $13,960 $13,960 $13,960 7-0-0 D11 CASUALTY INS. $142,270 $171,568 $119,000 $98,327 $98,327 $98,327 7-0-0 GENERALDEPARTMENT D12 Personal Serv. $99,031 $93,195 $99,476 $103,548 $104,172 $104,172 7-0-0 D13 Non - Personal Exp. $88,200 $133,503 $90,200 $92,360 $92,360 $92,360 7-0-0 TOTAL Personal Serv. $234,329 $ 226, 249 $ 231 ,318. $242,381 $244,255 $244,255 Non - Personal Exp. $ 379, 970 $ 452, 619 $ 359,595 $372,997 $353,097 $353,097 DEPARTMENT TOTAL $614,299.::::•:::: $678,868 $615,378 $597,352 $597,352 E HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT HEALTH DIVAMTS. & MEAS. Et Personal Expenses $31,015 $30,544 $28,637 $32,073 $29,494 $29,494 7-0-0 E2 Non - Personal Exp. $43,456 $42,086 $42,680 $44,255 $44,201 $44,201 7-0.0 ELDER SERVICES DIVISION E3 Personal Serv. $87,765 $83,042 $89,660 $96,072 $97,806 $97,806 7-0-0 E4 Non - Personal Exp. $4,336 $5,238 $5,944 $5,330 $6,193 $6,193 7-0-0 VETERANS DIVISION E5 Personal Serv. $9,674 $9,667 $9,916 $10,165 $10,368 $10,368 7.0-0 E6 Non -Pars. Exp. Aid $10,000 $6,960 $18,000 $10,000 $10,000 $10,000 7-0-0 E7 Non-Pers. Exp, Other $500 $500 $500 $500 $500 $500 7.0-0 RECREATION DIVISION E8 Personal Serv. $29, 381 $29, 276 $30,557 $31,312 $31,312 $31,312 7-0-0 E9 Non - Personal Exp. $1,300 $1,093 $1,300 $1,300 $1,850 $1,850 7-0-0 GENERALDEPARTMENT E10 Personal Serv. $91,082 $89,554 $93,095 $96,095 $96,583 $96,583 7 -0-0 E11 Non - Personal Exp. $1,770 $1,770 $1,500 $1,538 $1,900 $1,900 7-0-0 TOTAL Personal Serv. $248,917 $242,083 $251,865 $265,717 $265,563 $265,563 Non - Personal Exp. $61,362 $57,647 $69,924 $62,923 $64,644 $64,644 DEPARTMENTTOTAI $310,279 F LIBRARY DEPARTMENT LIBRARY F1 Personal Serv. $ 442,992 $441,029 $462,128 $522,973 $482;181 $482,181 7-0.0 F2 Non - Personal Exp. $95,304 $95,304 $100,296 $127,204 $118,589 $118,589 7-0.0 35 C 1.09% 2.62°.6 6.82% A ACCOUNTING DEPARTMENT CONSERVATION DIVISION B1 Personal Serv. $35,186 $34, 776 $37,614 $38,519 $39,171 $39,171 7-0-0 -$3295 Weiland Fees B2 Non-Personal Exp. $410 $357 $250 $250 $250 $250 7-0-0 ZONING BOARD $150,000 $150,000 $150,000 $150,000 $150,000 $150,000 7-0-0 B3 Personal Serv. $1,272 $1,258 $900 $925 $1,200 $1,200 7-0-0 B4 Non - Personal Exp. $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 7-0-0 HISTORICAL COMMISSION $18,760 $14,001 $14,350 $4,980 $5,100 $5,100 740.0 B5 Non-Personal Exp. $500 $500 $750 $750 $500 $500 7-0-0 INSPECTION DIVISION B6 Personal Serv. $59,994 $59,371 $62,232 $78,601 $78,601 $78,601 7-0.0 B7 Non - Personal Exp. $1,862 $1,856 $2,300 $3,226 $2,290 $2,290 7-0-0 GENERAL DEPARTMENT B8 Personal Serv. $71,616 $69,904 $72,600 $85,723 $85,713 $85,713 7-0-0 B9 Non - Personal Exp $1,900 $2,694 $1,750 $1,800 $1,700 $1,700 7-0.0 TOTAL Personal Serv. $168,068 $165,308 $ 173,346 $203,768 $204,685 $204,685 740-0 Non - Personal Exp. $4,672 $5,407 $5,050 $6,026 $4,740 $4,740 7-0-0 17.39°.6 C FINANCE DEPARTMENT FINANCE COMMITTEE C1 Personal Serv. $1,000 $873 $1,000 $1,000 $1,000 $1,000 740.0 C2 Non - Personal Exp. $32,190 $32, 190 $32,190 $32,190 $32,190 $32,190 7-0-0 C3 Reserve Fund $150,000 $150,000 $150,000 $150,000 $150,000 $150,000 7-0-0 ASSESSMENT DIVISION C4 Pers.Services $71,470 $71,462 $73,504 $75,331 $75,331 $75,331 7-0-U C5 Non - Personal Exp. $18,760 $14,001 $14,350 $4,980 $5,100 $5,100 740.0 C6 Appraisal Services $2,250 $2,253 $2,125 $3,000 $2,515 $2,515 7-0-0 TECHNOLOGY' C7 Personal Services $0 $0 $0 $64,853 $64,919 $64,919 7-0-0 C8 Non - Personal Exp. $52,900 $54,497 $52,863 $51,100 $51,021 $51,021 740-0 PERSONNEL C9 Personal Services $0 $0 $0 $29,487 $29,487 $29,487 7-0-0 C10 Non - Personal Serv. $35,800 $34,620 $24,350 $37,200 $35,731 $35,731 740-0 GENERALDEPARTMENT C11 Personal Serv. $ 214, 283 $ 205, 454 $ 216,318 $235,971 $220,671 $220,671 740-0 C12 Non - Personal Exp. $60,359 $49,558 $63,358 $60,385 $49,885 $49,885 7-0-0 TOTAL Personal Serv. $286,753 $277,789 $290,822 $406,642 $391,408 $391,408 Non - Personal Exp. $352,259 $337,119 $ 339,236 $338,855 $326,442 $326,442 DEPARTMENT TOTAL ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. $639,012 $614 908 $630 058 $745,497 $717,850 $717,850 13.93 °k ............................... 36 I a TOWN TOTALS TOTAL TOWNPERS.SERV. $6,939,790 $6,873,467 $7,176,132 $7,891,899 $7,611,946 $7,613,146 TOTAL TOWN NON -PERS. EXP. $3,135,168 $3,162,703 $3,193,239 $3,381,894 $3,066,314 $3,066,314 TOTAL TOWN EXPENSES $10,074,958 $10,036,170 $10,369,371 $11,273,793 $10,678,260 $10,679,460 299% J SCHOOL DEPT. J1 Town School Department $16,850,893 $16,861,076 $18,047,075 $19,683,006 $19,508,006 $19,508,006 7-0-0 8.10% J2 Northeast Metro. Regional Vocational School District Assessment $127,071 $127,071 $86,722 $102,748 $87,312 $87,312 7-0-0 0.68% SCHOOL DEPARTMENT TOTAL.,.. $16977964.,•_ $16,988,147 ,.,,$18,133,797... $19,785,754 ...... - $19,595,318 8.06% K DEBT SERVICE & CAPITAL K1 DEBT SERVICE $1,529,348 $1,529,147 $1,622,723 $1,788,363 $1,788,363 $1,793,863 740-0 - $95WfmrnCem.&q. 10.55% K2 FN -2 Data Processing $10,000 $10, 000 $27,500 $25,700 $25,700 $25,700 7-0-0 K3 LB-1 Purchase Library Computers $21,500 $21,500 • $37,000 $16,400 $16,406 $16,400 7-0.0 K4 PSF-8 Purchase Ambulance . $92,000 K5 PSF -18 Replace Fire Dept Gear $40,000 K6 PWB-2 Reconstruct Lib. Park lot $0 K7 PWB-11 Town Bid. Improvements $30, 000 $30,000 $20,000 $47,000 $47,000 $47,000 7-0-0 K8 PWB-12 Veh. Exhaust Sys. -Fire Sta. $35,300 K9 PWB-13 Air Sys., T. Hail & Fire Sta. $20,000 $87.100 $87,100 $87,100 7-0-0 K10 PWC-7 Cemetery Development $40,000 $40,000 $0 K11 PWP3 Fieid/Court/Playgmd Rehab. $12,000 $12,000 $15,300 K12 PWFA Shade Tree Nursery $5,000 $5,000 $5,100 $5,100 $5,100 740.0 K13 PWE-4,7,10,16 Hwy Equipment $195,500 $195,500 $161,000 $260,500 $260,500 $260,500 7-0-0 K14 PWR -3 Drainage Improvements $10,000 $10,000 $10,000 $10,000 $10,000 $10,000 740-0 K15PWR- 6SidewalkConstruction $20,000 $20, 000 $26,800 $25,000 $25,000 $25,000 TM K16 PWR -7 Curb Construction $20, 000 $20,000 $25,000 $25,000 $25,000 $25,000 7-0-0 K17 SDB-4 Sch. Alarms & Fire Prot $15,000 $15,000 $8,925 $12,000 $12,000 $12,000 7-0-0 K18 SDB-5 Sch. Cell. Tile Repl. $32,000 $32,000 $24,000 $46,000 $46,000 $46,000 7-0.0 K19 SOB-6 Sch.Space Remod: Barrows $0 $0 $0 K20 SDB-7 ADA - UWToilet Remod. $15,000 $15,000 $0 K21 SDB-9 Sch.Oil Tank Remov./Retro. $15,000 $15,000 $0 $40,000 $40,000 $40,000 7-0-0 K22 SDB-10 Shoal Replace Doors $0 K23 SDB-11 Renovate RMHS . $40,000 K24 SDB-13 School Energy Computers $40,000 K25 SDE -1 School Information Technology $100,000 K26 SDE -2 School Electroplate Lockers $0 K27 SDE -3 School Vehicle Replacement $20,000 $15,000 $15,000 $15,000 7-0-0. K28 SDE -4 School Classroom Fum. Replace $0 K29 Fire Truck Replacement $185,000 $185,000 - K30 Spec.Art- Betterments $0 $0 K31 Townwide Tref.Study /f3 $20,000 $20,000 K32 Replace Voting Equipment $50,000 $50,000 K33 Purch. Fire. Buck Trk $45,000 $45,000 K34 Pol. Sta. Architect $25,000 $25,000 K35 CD-C -1 Purchase Open Space Lands $40,000 $45,000 $45,000 7.0-0 K36 LB-3 Purchase Library Furnishings $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 7-0.0 K37 PS-F -6 Replace Fire Dept Pick -up Trk $21,000 $21,000 $21,000 7 -0-0 K38 PS -F -12 Replace Fire Dept Radios $87,000 $87,000 $87,000 7.0-0 K39 PS-P -1 Purchase Police Brethalyzer $6,300 $6,300 $6,300 740-0 K40 PS-P -2 Purchase Police Radios $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 7-0-0 K41 PS-P -3 Purchase Police Computers $62,000 $25,900 $25,900 7-0-0 K42 PW -E -25 Flexible Account $10,000 $10,000 $10,000 7.0-0 K43 PW -R -13 Traffic Signal Imp. $44,500 $44,500 $44,500 7-0-0 K44 PW -R -14 Downtown Parking improve. $35,000 $35,000 $35,000 7-0-0 K45 SD -B-13 Portable Classroom $100,000 $100,000 $100,000 7.0-0 CAPITAL PROJECTS TOTAL $766,000 $766,000 $742,825 $1,030,600 $999,500 $999,500 34.55% DEBT SERV. & CAP. TOTAL :.:.. :::::::::::::•:.:::::• :::.::::::.:::::::.::::::.....r $ 2295,348••, .... $2295,147 $2,365,548,•,.• „$2, 818,963 $2,787,863_.......$2,793,363 18.09 °h 37 L EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Ll Contributory Retirement $1,737,297 $1,737,297 $1,824,396 $1,906,300 $1,906,300 $1,906,300 740-0 - sm,ow from Free L2 Non-Contrib. Retirement $115,579 $102,968 $88,822 $88,823 $88,823 $88,823 740-0 cash L3 Unemployment Benefits $25,169 $23,681 $20,000 $20,000 $20,000 $20,000 740-0 L4 Group Heatthil-ife $2,482,073 $2,429,950 $2,431,110 $2,431,521 $2,406,521 $2,406,521 740-0 -sm,000trom Abate. L5 Medicare/Social Sec. $220,759 $203,419 $231,329 $266,035 $266,035 $266,035 7-0-0 mert surpkjs L6 Workers Comp $300,000 $300,000 $300,000 $237,316 $237,316 $237,316 7-0-0 L7 Police/Mre Indem. $24,500 $24,336 $20,000 $20,000 $20,000 $20.000 7-" STATE I COUNTY ASSESSMENT PREVIOUS YEAR'S SNOW110E $658,688 $672,733 $670,034 $686,785 $686,785 $686,785 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 0.60% NON-ENTER. TOTALS .$34,912,335 $34,813,848 $36,454,407 $39,535,290 $38,693,221 $38,699,921 6.16% ------------------------------ M WATER Ml Personal Services $516,991 $511,609 $510,647 $562,922 $562,922 $562,922 7-0-0 Non-Personal Exp. Personnel Benefits $160,418 $165,117 $177,896 $151,667 $156,175 $156,175 Other $722,555 $693,264 $753,916 $782,747 $795,240 $795,240 M2 Total Non-Personal Exp, $882.973 $858,381 $931,812 $934,414 $951,415 $951,415 740-0 SUBTOTAL - OPERATIONS $1,399,964 $1,369,990 $1,442,459 $1,497,336 $1,514.337 $1,514,337 M3 Debt Service $55,654 $55,654 $55,971 $47,690 $47,690 $47,690 7-0-0 M4 Capital $320.000 $320,000 $676,000 $657,800 $657,800 $657,800 7-" $147,168from reserves SUBTOTAL-CAP. & DEBT $375,654 $375,654 $731,971 $705,490 $705,490 $705,490 TOTAL - WATER ......... $1,775618 $1,745,644 .......... W,174,430 . ..... .. 2.09% IN SEWER Nl Personal Services $154,389 $154.055 $162,255 $163,661 $163,661 $163,661 740-0 Non-Personal Expense Personnel Benefits $20,656 $31,200 $25.508 $39,445 $41,291 $41,291 Other $2,704,020 $2,653,860 $2,477,567 $2,486,343 $2,491,304 $2,491,30.4 N2 Total Non-Personal Exp. $2,724,676 $2,685,060 $2,503,075 $2,525,788 $2,532,595 $2,532,595 7-0-0 $453,000 from reserves SUBTOTAL - OPERATIONS $2,879,065 $2,839,115 $2,665,330 $2,689,449 $2,696,256 $2,696,256 N3 Debt Service $33,091 $33,091 $32,779 $28,357 $86,837 $86,837 7-0-0 N4 Capital $137,800 $137,800 $58,480 $162,000 $162,000 $162,000 740-0 SUBTOTAL-CAP. & DEBT $170,891 $170,891 $91,259 $190,357 $248,837 $248,837 TOTAL - SEWER 756589 $2 879 806 $2.945.093 $2.945,093 6.84% RECAP TOTALS $39,737,909 $39,569,496 $41,385,426 $44,617,922 $43,856,141 ----------------------------------- $43,864,841 5.99% 38 FY 1997 BUDGET NARRATIVE TOWNACCOUNTANT MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of the Accounting Department is to: • Maintain 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. • Ensure that financial transactionsare in compliance with legal requirements and are properly recorded on a timely basis. COMWENTARY FY 1996: During Fiscal 1996, the Finance Department performed its statutory functions and was successfully audited by Peat Marwick. for Fiscal 1995. In addition, the following was accomplished: • Completed Fiscal Year 1995 audited financial statements in November, 1995. • Achieved free cash certification by Department of Revenue $1,755,495 in August, 1995. • Filed the following routine financial reports in a timely manner: 1. Tax Recap for setting of Fiscal 1996 tax rate 2. Schedule A 3. Annual School report to Department of Education 4. Annual report to PERA for Reading Contributory Retirement System • Assisted new Superintendent of Schools in analyzing and controlling Fiscal Year 1996 school budget. • Assisted new Superintendent of Schools in developing Fiscal 1997 budget and other business functions. • Served as staff for development of new town wide budget procedures by Budget Council. COMMENTARY FY 1997: • Work with Budget Council, Town Manager, School Superintendent, and Finance Director to improve financial relationships and procedures. • Carry out normal department activity as described above. • Address any financial issues stemming from local, state, or federal action. REVENUE AND STAFFING a7 FY 93 FY 94 FY 95 FY 96 FY 97 Revenue none none none none none Staffing 3.2 3.2 2.7 2.7 2.7 a7 Town of Reading FY -1997 BudQef Budget SummgW (Form A) i Budget Summmy Personal Services (Form B) Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) Supplies (Form C) Other Charges (Form C) Total Nonpersonal Expenses Totals EMMULM Annual Adopted Budget Actual Budget (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 Department Acxounfing Division: Accounting #025 Summary: Al &A2 Town Finance Proposed Manager Committee Budget Recommended Recommended FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 98,017 95,106 100,468 100,283 100,283 100,283 300 168 300 300 300 300 300 168 300 300 300 300 98,317 95,274 100,768 100,583 100,583 100,583 Totals 98,317 95,274 100,768 100,583 100,583 100,583 15- Mar -96 General Fund 86,589 83,546 88,676 88,511 88,511 88,511 Water Fund 2,923 2,923 3,023 3,018 3,018 3,018 Sewer Fund 2,923 2,923 3,023 3,018 3,018 3,018 Electric Fund 5,882 5,882 6,046 6,036 6,036 6,036 Totals 98,317 95,274 100,768 100,583 100,583 100,583 15- Mar -96 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Department Accounting Personal Services (Form B) Division: Accounting #025 Summary Al Annual 15 -Mar-96 �. 41 Adopted Town Finance Personal Services Classification # Budget (Revised) FY -1995 Actual Expenditures FY -1995 # Budget (Revised) FY -1996 # Proposed Budget FY -1997 # Manager Recommended FY -1997 Committee Recommended FY -1997 Town Accountant 1.0 57,727. 57,506 1.0 59,170 1.0 60,587 1.0 60,587 60,587 Admin. Assistant 1.0 26,622 24,701 1.0 27,288 1.0 25,059 1.0 25,059 25,059 Account Clerk 0.7 13,668 12,899 0.7 14,010 0.7 14,637 0.7 14,637 14,637 C Totals 2.7 98,017 95,106 2.7 100,468 2.7 100,283 2.7 100,283 100,283 15 -Mar-96 �. 41 FY 1997 BUDGET NARRATIVE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT C O NSER VA TIO N D I V I SI ON MISSION STATEMENT: • To support in accordance with State Law and Reading General By -Laws, the Conservation Commission in promoting and developing the Town's natural resources, including wetlands, flood plains, water quality, and aquifer • To enforce against violations of Conservation laws and regulations • To advise the public and Town Boards and officials of the natural- resource issues and concerns in connection with the formulation and implementation of public policies and programs • To see to the identification and acquisition of lands beneficial to the Town to be kept as open space and in accordance with the Reading Open Space and Recreation Plan, and to manage such lands • To increase public awareness of the importance of protecting and enhancing the extent and quality of the Town's natural resources. COMN1ENTARY - -FY 1996: During 1995 the Conservation Commission will have received 39 applications for Requests for Determination and Notices of Intent in connection with building and land development proposals, conducted over 250 inspections to enforce. compliance and to investigate applications, and reviewed over 300 building permit applications to identify and prevent conservation violations. As the volume of building and land development activity has increased with the improved economy, the Division's case load has increased. The Division is staffed by a full-time professional Conservation Administrator and a part-time Recording Secretary. Major special projects this year have included the start of computerizing the Division's data base, finalizing the Reading Open Space and Recreation Plan, and working with the Department of Public Works on improvements to the Water Treatment Plant, plans for Wood End Cemetery, and various. drainage improvement projects. CONFOENTARY --FY 1997: It is expected that activity levels in FY 1997 will be at or above levels of FY 1996. The first step in the land acquisition program to implement the Open Space Plan will be undertake, including the appraisal of land and the application for a matching grant. A more comprehensive program of Conservation Lands maintenance and improvements will be developed. In addition, if a Senior Citizens volunteer program is instituted, there will be many worthwhile opportunities' in Conservation for these volunteers. Conservation, Planning, and Engineering will be working closely together to develop bikeways, including the Pitman bike path for which 80% state funding is available.. Shown within the Conservation Division Personal Services budget, there is an adjustment to the Conservation Administrator's salary to make it a step 2 on the 10 step scale, an thereby fully implementing the pay and classification plan. REVENUE AND STAFFING 42 FY 93 FY 94 FY 95 FY 96 FY 97 REVENUE $11,300 $7,200 $5,700 $13,000 $10,000 STAFFING 1.0 1.0 1.1 1.1 1.1 42 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget Summary (Form A) Department COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Division: Conservation #061 Summary: 131 & 62 Financing Plan: General Fund 34,121 33,658. 36,364 37,269 36,126 36,126 Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Wetlands Fees 1,475 1,475 1,500 1,500 3,295 3,295 Totals 35.596 35.133 37.864 38.769 39.421 39.421 15- Mar -96 43 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Budget (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Summary FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 Personal Services (Form B) 35,186 34,776 37,614 38,519 39,171 39,171 Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) Supplies (Form C) Other Charges (Form C) 410 357 250 250 250 250 Total Nonpersonal Expenses 410 357 250 250 250 250 Totals 35.596 35.133 37.864 38,769 39.421 39.421 Financing Plan: General Fund 34,121 33,658. 36,364 37,269 36,126 36,126 Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Wetlands Fees 1,475 1,475 1,500 1,500 3,295 3,295 Totals 35.596 35.133 37.864 38.769 39.421 39.421 15- Mar -96 43 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Department COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Personal Services (_Form B) Division: Conservation #061 Summary. 61 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Personal Services (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Classification # FY -1995 FY -1995 # FY -1996 # FY -1997 # FY -1997 FY -1997 Cons.Administrahx 1.0 33,586 33,586 1.0 36,014 1.0 36,869 1.0 36,869 36,869 Recording Sec'ry 0.1 1,600 1,190 0.1 1,600 0.1 1,650 0.1 1,600 1,600 Cats Admim &§TAd-vst 702 702 $ $ $ $ $ $ Totals 1.1 35.186 34.776 1.1 37,614 1.1 38.519 1.1 39.171 39.171 15 -Mar-96 44 FY 99 7 BUDGET ,, TIVY DEPARTMENT OF / / • , I / • ' , MISSION STATEMENT: • To provide relief by variance from specific provisions of the.Zoning By -Laws when warranted due to unusual circumstances of particular properties because of hardships as defined by law • To hear and decide on appeals from decisions of the Building Inspector acting as Zoning Enforcement Officer • To review and decide on special permit applications defined in the Zoning By -Laws or in State a Law as under the Board's jurisdiction • To advise the Community Planning and Development Commission of problems or issues arising from the operation of the Zoning By -Laws COMAMNTARY-- FY1996: During 1995 the Zoning Board of Appeals will have received and conducted public hearings on 28 applications for variances, special permits, and appeals. One major case was the 'application for special permit under the Municipal Building Reuse By -Law for the conversion and expansion of the Pearl Street School as an assisted living complex for the elderly. The Board's only specific budget is for a part-time recording secretary. Professional and clerical support is provided respectively through the Inspections and General Divisions of the Community Development Department. CONIlVIENTARY-- FY1997: It is expected that the Board's case load will remain at FY 1996 levels reflecting the recent upturn in the economy and related increases in building activity. It has become evident that with the increasing tendency toward development of environmentally marginal land in Reading, demands on this Board have been growing. Because the level of applications is increasing, the amount of recording secretary time in this Division has been increased. REVENUE AND STAFFING 45 FY 93 FY 94 FY 95 FY 96 FY 97 REVENUE $1,400 $1,500 $6,000 $3,000 $3,000 STAFFING 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 45 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget Summary (Form A) Budget Summary Personal Services (Form B) Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) Supplies (Form C) Other Charges (Form C) Total Nonpersonal Expenses j Totals Financing Plan: General Fund Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Department COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Division: Zoning Board #066 summary: 133 & 134 $ $ $ $ 1 $ $ 1,272 1,258 900 925 1,200 1,200 1,272 1,258 900 925 1,200 1,200 Totals 1,272 1,258 900 46 925 1,200 1,200 15- Mar -96 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee - (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 1,272 1,258 900 925 1,200 1,200 $ $ $ $ 1 $ $ 1,272 1,258 900 925 1,200 1,200 1,272 1,258 900 925 1,200 1,200 Totals 1,272 1,258 900 46 925 1,200 1,200 15- Mar -96 FY 9+ 7 BUDGET NARRA TIVE DEPARTMENT OFCOMMUNITYDEVELOPMENT V 16V /' / MISSION STATEMENT: • To provide advice to citizens, property owners, local organizations, Town Boards and Commissions, and Town officials concerning historical matters, information, public lands and facilities, building and scenic features preservation, and historically related implications of public policy decisions and public programs • To maintain close relationships with state and federal historic and preservation agencies beneficial to Town programs • To undertake research into the history of Reading • To collect and preserve historical documents, archives, and artifacts, and to publish materials about local history • To promote public awareness of and interest in Reading's history COMN ENTARY-- FY1996: The Commission relies on a request basis for staff support from the Department of Community Development, but most of its activities are conducted exclusively by volunteers. The Commission's budget is used for the purchase of supplies, and this budget has been drastically reduced since FY 1991. The Commission's major activities have centered on the Town's extremely successful 350th Anniversary Celebration. As part of this effort, the Commission solicited and received a large number of historical documents and photographs. The Commission has been devoting most of its meager budgetary resources to the purchase of materials to ensure the proper and long-term preservation and storage of these documents and photographs. COMMENTARY-- FY1997: The major budget - related need of the Historical Commission for FY 1997 is the purchase of additional materials for the preservation of the documents and photographs received from its 350th Anniversary celebration solicitations and donations. This is the major, and most urgent, portion of its on -going program to inventory, reorganize, computerize, and properly store these irreplaceable materials. Additionally, the Commission's proposed Demolition Review By -Law will result in an increased role for the Commission. The Historical Commission's budget for FY 1996 had been increased on a one time only basis to handle the preservation of artifacts from the 350th celebration. While further work in this area needs to be done, funding may be available from the 350th celebration trust fund that was established for recording history of the community. REVENUE AND STAFFING: The Commission generally receives no revenues, and has no paid staff. Staff support is provided through the General Division of the Department of Community Development on a request basis. 47 FY 93 FY 94 FY 95 FY 96 FY 97 REVENUE $0 $0 $0 $0. $0 STAFFING 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 47 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget SummW (Form A) Department COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Division: Historical Comm. #681 Summary: 135 Financing Plan: General Fund 500 500 750 750 500 500 Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals 500 500 .750 750 500 500 15-Mar-96 48 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Budget (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Summa FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 Personal Services (Form B) Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) Supplies (Form C) 500 500 750 750 500 500 Other Charges (Form C) Total Nonpersonal Expenses 500 500 750 750 500 500 Totals 500 500 750 750 500 500 Financing Plan: General Fund 500 500 750 750 500 500 Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals 500 500 .750 750 500 500 15-Mar-96 48 FY 199 7 BUDGET NARRATIVE OF i OPMENT INSPECTIONS DIVISION MISSION STATEMENT: • To secure public safety and health with regard to building construction; electrical, plumbing, and gas installations • To enforce the Reading Zoning By-Laws • To provide advice to other Town departments and the public regarding construction and mechanical codes and standards, zoning requirements, handicap accessibility, and plan reviews for new construction and alterations • To provide professional support to the Zoning Board of Appeals and to the Sign Review Board. CONMENTARY--FY 1996: During 1995, the Inspections Division will have issued over 1250 permit applications, conducted 2220 inspections, and undertaken in the order of 500 enforcement actions. Levels of activity have been among the highest twenty among all cities and towns of the Commonwealth. These levels are somewhat higher than those of last year, reflecting the gradual recovery from the recession. More emphasis has been placed on zoning and code enforcement. The years -long project to reorganize and integrate Division files has slowly proceeded. COMlV1ENTARY - -FY 1997: It is expected that activity levels in FY 1997 will be roughly the same as during FY 1996. Increased enforcement efforts will be continued. The files reorganization will be continued as time permits, and we would like to be able to reorganize the building plan files. The proposed Assistant Building Inspector (see. New or Expanded Program Request) would give more assured back -up coverage for building inspections, increased and pro - active zoning enforcement and safety inspections, and assist with providing staff support for the Zoning Board of Appeals and-the Sign Review Board. . New programs for this division include the establishment of a part time position to assist in the enforcement of codes, particularly the Zoning ByLaw. Additionally, shown within the Inspections Division Personal Services budget, there is an adjustment to the Plumbing and Gas, and Wiring Inspector's salaries in order to move over a 3 year period to fully implement the pay and classification plan. REVENUE AND STAFFING 49 FY 93 FY 94 FY 95 FY 96 FY 97 REVENUE $174,300 $149,700 $146,900 $150,000 $150,000 STAFFING 1.8 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.4 49 Town of Reading FY - 1997 Budge Department COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ' - / ) Division: Inspecffons#141 \ ~ — vsw� ���� �= ^° J� =" Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Proposed Manager Committee Budget (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Summary FY - 1996 FY -18K5 F/-1096 FY -1997. FY - 1997 FY-j8RZ Personal Services (Form B) ^ 59,994 59,371 82,232 78,601 78,601 NonpomondBpenmes: Purchase ofServices (Form C) 406 SuooUoo (Form C) Other Chomoo (Form C) 1,862 1,856 Total Nonpersonal ' Expenses 1,862 1,856 2,290 Totals 61,856 61,227 64,532 81,827 80,891 80,891 Financing Plan: General Fund 61,856 61,227 81,82.7 80,891 80,891 Water Fund -----------'---------------------- Gewo Fund Electric Fund . Totals 61,856 61,227 64,532 81,827 80,891 80,891 50 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Department COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Personal Services (Form B) Division: Inspections #141 Summary. 136 Annual Th&ig&brarent 0.4 11,326 0.4 11,326 11,326 fielnSP 6W&yAqjust Adopted 1,744 1,744 PYGas1hsp.WhyAdjust Town Finance 1,744 Budget Actual Budget 59,371 2.0 62,232. 2.4 78,601 2.4 Proposed 78,601 Manager Committee Personal Services (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Classification # FY -1995 FY -1995 # FY -1996 # FY -1997 # FY -1997 FY -1997 Building Inspector 1.0 41,034 40,411 1.0 42,008 1.0 43,055 1.0 43,055 43,055 Wire Inspector 0.5 9,480 9,480 0.5 10,112 0.5 10,366 0.5 10,366 10,366 Plumbing/Gas Insp. 0.5 9,480 9,480 0.5 10,112 0.5 10,366 0.5 10,366 10,366 Th&ig&brarent 0.4 11,326 0.4 11,326 11,326 fielnSP 6W&yAqjust 1,744 1,744 1,744 PYGas1hsp.WhyAdjust 1,744 1,744 1,744 Totals 2.0 59,994 59,371 2.0 62,232. 2.4 78,601 2.4 78,601 78,601 15- Mar -96 C 51. FY 1997 BUDGET NARRATIVE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITYDEVELOPMENT GENERAL DIVISION MISSION STATEMENT: • To ensure that the public interest is protected in regard to the use and development of land and public infrastructure; • To implement the Town of Reading Master Plan, and keep it up to date; • To undertake and promote economic development of the Town; • To support the Boards and Commissions within the Department; • To provide support to special Task Forces, study committees, and other departments concerning land -use, transportation, and development issues or projects; • To represent the interests of the Town with regard to regional organizations and concerns; • To identify the future needs of the community and to formulate and implement plans and actions to provide for those needs, particularly with regard to land, streets, infrastructure, tax -base and employment -base enhancement, and economic development. CONIM ENTARY-- FY1996: The Community Planning and Development Commission, assisted by the Town Planner, who is also the Department Head, will have reviewed and acted on 42 subdivision, site plan, and special permit applications concerning land development. FY 1995 activity levels have continued. Cases included the sale of the Town -owned Bear Hill and Pearl Street School properties and permitting for the development of these properties. In addition, efforts become more focused concerning the preparation of the former Landfill for obtaining State environmental permits and for sale as the Reading Business Park. A major joint public /private effort to turnaround Downtown is underway through the Downtown Steering Committee. The Open Space and Recreation Plan is completed. The final phase of the Town -Wide Traffic Study is to be completed. Involvement continues with regional issues and organizations, with administrative matters of mutual interest with neighboring Towns such as Inspections assistance. Department file reorganization has been proceeding; improvements have been made to the computerized permitting system, including a new tie -in to tax- arrears records. Zoning Enforcement procedures have been improved and standardized. C ONEvIENTARY - -FY 1997 : The above activities are expected to continue, particularly in regard to subdivisions and Planned Residential Developments, to the preparation of the former Landfill for sale and redevelopment and toward Downtown improvement. Implementation of the Open Space Plan will begin. New subdivision regulations will be devised. A restructuring of the support staff for the Department will see a return to a structure of having a full time Administrative Assistant, supported by half time clerical personnel. This will significantly improve service to the Department's customers, and free up professional staff time in order to concentrate on their major tasks including plan implementation and economic development activities. REVENUE AND STAFFING 52 FY 93 FY 94 FY 95 FY 96 FY 97 REVENUE $23,900 $16,800 $36,300 $25,000 $25,000 STAFFING 2.0 2.0 2.2 2.2 2.5 52 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Department: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Budget Summary (Form A) Division: General #062 Summary: 138 & 69 Annual Financing Plan: General Fund 74,366 72,598 74,350 87;523 87,413 87,413 Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals 74,366 72,598 74,350 .87,523 87,413 87,413 iii 53 C/ Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Budget (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Summary FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 Personal Services (Form B) 71,616. 69,904 72,600 85,723 85,713 85,713 Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) Supplies (Form C) 2,350 1,989 1,650 1,700 1,600 1,600 Other Charges (Form C) 400 705 100 100 100 100 Total Nonpersonal Expenses 2,750 2,694 1,750 1,800 1,700 1,700 Totals 74,366 72,598 74,350 87,523 87,413 87,413 Financing Plan: General Fund 74,366 72,598 74,350 87;523 87,413 87,413 Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals 74,366 72,598 74,350 .87,523 87,413 87,413 iii 53 C/ Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Department COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Personal Services (Form B) Division: General #062 summary: B$ 15- Mar -96 54 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Personal Services (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended ClassMcation # FY -.1995 FY -1995 # FY -1996 # FY -1997 # FY -1997 FY -1997 Department Head 1.0 46,578 46,430 1.0 47,705 1.0 48,888 1.0 48,888 48,888 Principal Clerk 1.2 25,038 23,474 1.2 24,270 0.5 11,129 0.5 11,129 11,129 Clerical Overtime ( I 625 650 640 640 AdministaheAssistant 1.0 25,056 W 25,056 25,056 Totals 2.2 71,616 69,904 2.2 72,600 2.5 85,723 2.5 85,713 85,713 15- Mar -96 54 FY 1997 BUDGET NAIZBATIVE FINANCE DEPARTMENT FINANCE COMMITTEE MISSION STATEMENT: The Mission of the Finance Committee is to advise Town Meeting on every warrant article which has financial implications for the Town, and to act upon requests for transfers from the Reserve Fund. To carry out this mission the Finance Committee will: l.Adopt a framework of goals and fiscal policies upon which the Finance Committee will make recommendations to Town Meeting. 2.Review policies of Officers, Boards, Committees, and Commissions as a basis for the Finance Committee making its recommendations to Town Meeting. 3.Participate in establishing the budget process and be proactive in monitoring the Town's current year revenues and expenditures, as well as projected revenues and expenditures, as a means for advising Town Meeting of any potential significant shortfall or overage in the current or future years. 4.Make reports to Town Meeting that clearly justify the Finance Committee's recommendations and present any significant dissenting opinions. When authorized by the Reading Home Rule Charter, and when deemed advisable, the Finance Committee shall investigate the books, accounts, records, and management of any official body of the Town or any Department or office of the Town. COMMENTARY - FY 1996:. During Fiscal Year 1996, the Finance Committee: • Adopted the above Mission Statement; • Adopted policies on cash reserves; • participated in the series of Leadership Retreats and follow -up, the major thrust of which has been to develop a more responsive budget process, and to evaluate cooperative initiatives in the areas of Technology, Library Services, and Building Maintenance. COMMENTARY - FY 1997: The Finance Committee will continue to develop and review policies on investments, insurance, and other financial areas. FY 1997 will be a year of evaluation of the new budget process and the cooperative initiatives. Revenue and Staffing History FY 92 FY 93 FY 94 FY 95 FY 96 FY 97 Revenue 0 0 0 0 0 0 Staff 0 0 0 0 0 0 55 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget Summary (Form A) Department Finance Division: Finance Committee #021 Summ C1, C2 & C3 Financing Plan: Annual General Fund 183,190 183,063 183,190 183,190 Adopted 183,190 Town Finance 1,850 Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Budget (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Summaiv FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 Personal Services (Form B) 1,000 873 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) 37,000 37,000 37,000 37,000 37,000 37,000 Supplies (Form C) Other Charges (Form C) 150,000 150,000 150,000 150,000 150,000 150,000 Total Nonpersonal Expenses 187,000 187,000 187,000 187,000 187,000 187,000 Totals 188,000 187,873 188,000 188,000 188,000 188,000 Financing Plan: Totals 188,000 187,873 188,000 188,000 188,000 188,000 15- Mar -96 56 General Fund 183,190 183,063 183,190 183,190 183,190 183,190 Water Fund 1,850 1,850 1,850 1,850 1,850 1,850 Sewer Fund 1,850 1,850 1,850 1,850 1,850 1,850 Electric Fund 1,110 1,110 1,110 1,110 1,110 1,110 Totals 188,000 187,873 188,000 188,000 188,000 188,000 15- Mar -96 56 -i l UDGET ., / . TIVE FINANCUL DEPARTMENT . , ,, MISSION STATEMENT: Assessment of property is the first step in the process of tax revenue collection for the town of Reading. The Assessment Division's function is to provide for the fair and equitable assessment of all taxable real and personal property. The Assessors must annually determine the tax levy and obtain state approval of the tax rate, so that the bills can be issued in a timely manner. This Division annually acts on abatements, Appellate Tax Board appeals and exemptions that are filed. The Assessment Division also oversees the commitment of motor vehicle excise and administers excise abatements. COMMENTARY - FY 1996: During Fiscal Year 1996, the Assessment Division successfully completed the State mandated triennial recertification of values. This was performed by the Assessors and Assessment Division staff in house, with very little outside assistance. Accomplishing revaluation in this manner saves the Town close to $200,000 every 3 years. The Assessment Division held informal hearings on the proposed FY 1996 values. This was completed using Assessment Division and Finance Department staff, and did not necessitate the need for any outside help. COMMENTARY - FY 1997: Property assessments will be monitored in the manner that they have been in the past, keeping assessments at market value on an annual basis. Recollection of the commercial/industrial properties will be. commenced as part of a cyclical recollection process of this class of property. A data base of personal property will be created on the CAMA system. Computerized property records cards will hopefully be generated to supplement current property record card files. The logistics of offering on -line public computer access will be explored and researched. The Division will be involved in the CAMA consortium of CAMA users. Revenue and Staffing History FY 92 FY 93 FY 94 FY 95 FY 96 FY 97 Copies & Printout $754.00 $773.50 $860.00 $860.00 $420 $420 Staff 2 2 2 .2 2 2 57 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Department Finance - Budget Summmy (Form A) Division: Assessment##031 Summary: C4, CJ & C Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Budget (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Summary FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 Personal Services (Form B) 71,470 71,462 73,504 75,331 75,331 75,331 Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) 18,760 14,001 14,350 4,980 5,100 5,100 Supplies (Form C) 2,250 2,253 2,125 3,000 2,515 2,515 Other Charges (Form C) Total Nonpersonal Expenses 21,010 16,254 16,475 7,980 7,615 7,615 Totals 92,480 87,716 89,979 83,311 824946 82,946 Financing Plan: General Fund 92,480 87,716 89,979 83,311 82,946 82,946 Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals 92,480 87,716 89,979 83,311 82,946 82,946 15- Mar-96 W Town of Reading FY -1997 Budged Department Finance Personal Services (Form B) Division: Assessment#031 Summary: C4 15- Mar -96 59 Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Personal Services (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Classification # FY -1995 FY -1995 # FY -1996 # FY -1997 # FY -1997 FY -1997 APPRAISER 1.0 43,610 _ 43,739 1.0 44,944 1.0 46,068 1.0 46,068 46,068 ASST. APPRAISER 1.0 27,860 27,723 1.0 28,560 1.0 29,263 1.0 29,263 29,263 $ $ $ $ $ $ Totals 2.0 71,470 71,462 2.0 73,504 2.0 75,331 2.0 75,331 75,331 15- Mar -96 59 FY 1997 BUDGET NARRATIVE FINANCE DEPARTMENT - TECHNOLOGYDIVISION MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of the Technology Division is to coordinate people and technology to meet the objectives of the Town of Reading in an efficient manner. The Technology Division is responsible for: • providing computer support for all of the Town Departments, as well as the business functions of the School department, • purchasing hardware, software, and computer related supplies, • providing computer training for all Town departments, • developing the long range goal of a town wide communications system that would expedite the flow of information between all departments. COMMENTARY FY 1996: During FY 1996 the following goals were accomplished: • standardization of equipment and software by replacing original terminals and printers and upgrading software; • Continue in -house training programs on upgraded versions of the software; • Provided fax/modem capabilities to the department heads, • Continue systems documentation of all functions to develop checks and balances; • Provide formal training in PC applications to designated department representatives; • Begin the process of linking the PC's together within departments as part of the long range communication system. COMMENTARY FY 1997: In FY 1996 we completed a three year lease /purchase of the main computer system. Since the lease began before the CIP was in effect it was not part of it. The lease included the equipment and maintenance on the equipment. Since the maintenance will have to be continued part of the line item should go into maintenance and the rest should go to capital improvement. During FY 1997 goals will include: • Implementation of a Technology program for all administrative functions of the entire Town, including the administrative areas of the School department. • Installation of local area networks (LANs) at town hall and the library; • Additional training in software applications for department representatives; • Creation of a software users group representatives to periodically discuss ideas and problems; • Training the Technology Coordinator for network management; • Creation of a newsletter to be distributed to all users In order to accomplish these goals for FY 1997, the Technology Division has been restructured by transferring the Data Processing Coordinator from the General Finance Department budget into the Technology Division,. by adding a Technician to the Division, and by providing consulting assistance to help in designing and implementing a LAN in the Town. REVENUE AND STAFHNG FY 93 FY 94 FY 95 FY 96 FY 97 REVENUE $1;100 $760 $675 $700 $700 STAFFING 1 1 1 1 2 .1 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget Summary (Form A) Budget Summary Personal Services (Fonn B) Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) Supplies (Form C) Other Charges (Form C) Total Nonpersonal Expenses Totals Financing Plan: General Fund Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals Department FINANCE Division: TECHNOLOGY #045 Summary: C 7 & C8 68,400 69,997 68,705 66,705 66,625 66,625 $ $ $ $ $ $ 115,948 117,363 117,368 152,095 152,015 152,015 100,448 6,250 6,250 3,000 101,863 6,250 6,250 3,000 Annual 115,953 14,226 14,226 7,690 115,940 14,200 14,200 7,675 115,940 14,200 14,200 7,675 Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 47,548 47,366 48,663 85,390 85,390 85,390 16,923 16,547 13,377 28,202 28,200 28,200 23,750 24,744 24,273 24,878 24,875 24,875 27,727 28,706 31,055 131,625 13,550 13,550 68,400 69,997 68,705 66,705 66,625 66,625 $ $ $ $ $ $ 115,948 117,363 117,368 152,095 152,015 152,015 100,448 6,250 6,250 3,000 101,863 6,250 6,250 3,000 101,272 6,388 6,388 3,320 115,953 14,226 14,226 7,690 115,940 14,200 14,200 7,675 115,940 14,200 14,200 7,675 115,948 117,363 117,368 152,095 152,015 152,015 61 15- Mar -96 C Town of Reading FY -1997 Budged Department: FINANCE Personal Services (Form B) Division: TECHNOLOGY #045 Summary: C7 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Personal Services (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Classification # FY -1995 FY -1995 # FY -1996 # FY -1997 # FY -1997 FY -1997 Technology Coordinator * 1.0 47,548 47,366 1.0 48,663. 1.0 1.0 49,866 49,866 49,866 Taddriasn 1.0 35,,524 1.0 35,524 35,524 Technology Coordinator is not a new position. In FY 1995 and FY 1996 it was listed as the Data Processing Coordinator position, and appeared in the Finance Department General budget $ $ $ $ $ $ Totals 1.0 47,548 47,366 1.0 48,663 2.0 85,390 2.0 85,390 85,390 15 -Mar-96 62 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Nonpersonal Expenses (Form C) Department: FINANCE Division: TECHNOLOGY 11045 Summary: C8 Supplies: Supplies 23,750 24,744 24,273 24,878 24,875 24,875 $ $ $ $ $ $ Totals 23,750 24,744 24,273 _____24,878 4 875 24,875 Other Charges: Equipment 20,377 19,638 20,705 0 Annual 7,350 7,350 7,350 7,350 7,350 7,350 P.C. Software License Fees 1,600 3,200 3,200 3,200 Computer Training Adopted 3,075 3,000 3,000 Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Classification FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 Purchase of Services: Maintenance of Equipment 13,423 13,162 9,800 14,625 14,625 14,625 Contractual Services 3,500 3,385 3,577 3,577 3,575 3,575 Wnpfty Cons uft 10,000 iQ000 10,000 Totals 16,923 16,547 13,377 28,202 28,200 28,200 Supplies: Supplies 23,750 24,744 24,273 24,878 24,875 24,875 $ $ $ $ $ $ Totals 23,750 24,744 24,273 _____24,878 4 875 24,875 Other Charges: Equipment 20,377 19,638 20,705 0 Main Computer License 7,350 7,350 7,350 7,350 7,350 7,350 P.C. Software License Fees 1,600 3,200 3,200 3,200 Computer Training 118 3,000 3,075 3,000 3,000 Totals $ $ $ $ $ $ 27,727 28,706 31,055 13,625 13,550 13.550 63 15- Mar -96 r, FY 1997 BUDGET NARRATIVE FINANCE DEPARTMENT PERSONNEL DIVISION MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of the Personnel Division is to provide a Town -wide focus on the area of Town government that constitutes the largest budget category, and the basic resource through which the Town produces it's "product" - service to the Community. The functions include the following: • Coordinate and arrange for Safety Committee activities; • Administer and further develop the Professional Development program for the Town; • Manage and administer the employee benefits program; • Manage the Town and School employee attendance program; • Edit the monthly employee newsletter; • Assist in developing information as part of the collective bargaining process; • Maintain the personnel policies of the Town, and arrange for their periodic review and update; • Perform periodic pay and classification updates; • Maintain the various union contracts; • . Maintain the personnel files of the Town; • Maintain the Affirmative Action program of the Town; • Administer the Town's Worker's Compensation program and Public Safety Indemnification program; • Administer the Town's Unemployment compensation program. COMMENTARY FY 1996: During FY 1996 the following goals were accomplished: • review and updating of the Personnel Policies; • development and adoption of a Town -wide personnel evaluation program, including training; • review of the pay and classification plan for all Town employees; • Negotiation of all 6 labor contracts; • improvement of the administration of the Worker's Compensation program; • implementation of a voluntary dental insurance program for employees, at no cost to the Town; • cost containment of Health insurance costs, resulting in a 5% reduction of the rates; COMMENTARY FY 1997: In FY 1997 it is expected that the Town will hire a Personnel Administrator, taking much of the burden for personnel matters off of the Town Manager. The personnel policies will be reviewed and updated; labor contracts will be administered; preparations will be made for a collaborative bargaining process for the succeeding year; safety efforts and professional development efforts will be expanded; a complete review of the Town's pay and classification structure will be undertaken; improvements in the administration of the Police and Fire indemnification program will be evaluated; and a monthly employee newsletter will be instituted. Professional Development has been increased in order to more fully reflect the need for all disciplines of the Town to keep fully abrease of their professional responsibilities. REVENUE AND STAFFING wwael 64 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget Summary (Form A) Budget Summary Personal Services (Form B) Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) Supplies (Form C) Other Charges (Form C) Total Nonpersonal Expenses Totals Financing Plan: General Fund Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals Annual Adopted Budget Actual Budget (Revised) ' Expenditures (Revised) FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 35,800 34,620 24,340 Department FINANCE Division: Personnel #042 Summary: C9 & C1O Town Finance Proposed Manager Committee Budget Recommended Recommended FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 37,237 37,237 37,237 37,450 35,981 35,981 35,800 34,620 24,340 37,450 35,981 35,981 35,800 34,620 24,340 74,687 73,218 73,218 35,800 34,620 24,340 66,687 65,218 65,218 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 4,000 4,000 4,000 35,800 34,620 24,340 74,687 73,218 73,218 65 15- Mar -96 C, Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Department FINANCE Personal Services (Form B) Division: Personnel #042 Summary: C9 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Personal Services (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Classification # FY -1995 FY -1995 # FY -1996 # FY -1997 # FY -1997 FY -1997 Pegs 1kWAdm11&#abr 1.0 37,237 1.0 37,237 37,237 Totals 1.0 37,237 1.0 37,237 37,237 15 -Mar-96 ai Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Department: FINANCE. Nonpersonal Expenses (Form C). Division: Personnel #042 Summary: C10 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager, Committee (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Classification FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 Purchase of Services: Advertising 4,100 4,305 3,000 4,000 4,000 4,000 Medical Services 11,700 11,545 4,000 5,700 5,700 5,700 Professional Development 20,000 18,770 17,340 20,000 20,000 20,000 AddiYbWProfes&bWDeve1 6,281 7,750 6,281 Totals 35,800 34,620 24,340 37,450 35,981 35,981 Sal Totals Other Charges: Totals 15- Mar -96 67 FY 1997 BUDGET NARRATIVE FINANCE DEPARTMENT GENERAL DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT: The Finance Department's responsibilities may be summarized as follows: • Cash Management: to optimize the investment of funds, while protecting their safety and disbursing them to meet obligations in a timely fashion; • Borrowing: to plan for and execute the sale of the Town's debt; • Collection of Taxes and Receivables: to collect taxes, fees, and other receivables, and to pursue aggressively the delinquent taxpayers; • Personnel: to ensure compliance with Federal & State laws, contracts, policies, and regulations in issuing payroll and administrating benefits, including health and life insurance, cafeteria plan, unemployment, workers compensation, deferred compensation, teachers' annuities, and Family and Medical Leave Act; Record Keeping: to keep accurate records; and to provide reports. as required. COMMENTARY FY 1996: During FY 1996, the Finance Department performed its statutory functions and was successfully audited by Peat Marwick for FY 1995. In addition, the following was accomplished: • Real estate tax collections of back taxes continued with significant reduction in number and dollar amount of tax titles; Tax liens redeemed amounted to $328,393 and interest charges collected on them were $87,461; • The. Town and School Technology Plan was drafted, with a survey of the technology needs of all. town departments included; • One year BANS (Bond Anticipation Notes) in the amount of $17,020,000 were successfully sold for School and the RMLD projects Interest rates were 3.8% and 4.0 %; • Earnings on the investments of the general fund by the Treasurer rose to $681,763; • Standard & Poor's evaluated the Town's credit rating in conjunction with a sale of MW'L2A bonds; the rating was raised to AA- from A +; • Service was rendered to the School Department in the transition to a new Superintendent, in the area of budget analysis, and other business functions; • Work with MIIA resulted in establishment of an employee Health Information Hot Line; CONR�MNTARY FY 1997: • Work toward development and implementation of Town School Technology Plan. • Develop new guidelines and procedures for the Trust Fund "Reading Response" program. • Work with Budget Council, Town Manager, School Superintendent, and Town Accountant to improve financial relationships and procedures. REVENUE AND STAFFING FY 93 FY 94 FY 95 FY 96 FY 97 REVENUES (Lien Certificates) 46,888 43,479 20,450 25,000 25,000 STAFFING 10 10 10 10 9 .: Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Department FINANCE Budget Summa (Form A) General Fund 274,642 255,012 Division: GENERAL #035 270,556 270,555 Water Fund 24,100 24,100 Summm: C11 & C12 21,245 21,245 Sewer Fund 24,100 Annual 25,056 23,000 21,245 21,245 Electric Fund 30,241 Adopted 30,000 Town Finance .24,860 Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Budget (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Sune FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 Personal Services (Form B) 272,283 263,454 276,388 292,456 270,445 270,445 Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form 0) 78,600 65,923 80,500 74,100 64,100 64,100 Supplies (Form C) 1,600 3,412 2,000 3,000 2,500 2,500 Other Charges (Form 0) 600 664 900 800 800 800 Total Nonpersonal Expenses 80,800 69,999 83,400 77,900 67,400 67,400 Totals 353,083 333,453 359,788 370,356 337,845 337,845 Financing Plan: Totals 353,083 333,453 359,788 370,396 337,846 337,845 15-Mar-96 i General Fund 274,642 255,012 279,676 296,396 270,556 270,555 Water Fund 24,100 24,100 25,056, 23,000 21,245 21,245 Sewer Fund 24,100 24,100 25,056 23,000 21,245 21,245 Electric Fund 30,241 30,241 30,000 28,000 24,800 .24,860 Totals 353,083 333,453 359,788 370,396 337,846 337,845 15-Mar-96 i Town of Reading FY -1997 Budge Department FINANCE Personal Services (Form B) Division: GENERAL #/035 i Summary: C=11 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Personal Services (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Classification # FY -1995 FY -1995 # FY -1996 # FY -1997 # FY -1997 FY -1997 Finance Director 1.0 58,216 57,993 1.0 59,606 1.0 61,088 1.0 61,088 61,088 D.P. CoordJAsst TIC Note: Position transferred to Technology Division budget and renamed Technology Coordinator Financial Analyst 1.0 31,927 31,805 1.0 32,885 1.0 33,503 1.0 33,503 33,503 BiiLsAdminis6a�ar 1.0 29,377 Admin Assistants 3.0 76,240 73,730 3.0 78,527 3.0 80,995 3.0 80,995 80,995 Clerks 5.0 101,800 97,026 5.0 104,854 4.0 86,200 4.3 93,566 93,566 Out of Grade 1,600 400 516 400 400 400 Sick Leave Buyback 2,500 2,500 StspAdfes6nent bt93 893 80 No& Thisk#Oi&fec& # e av ofZharas ofclwcat6me to oflseta por#on of& oastofaPer=YWAdmitis#aW ffffxPersauialAdmijYs batarposga7isrnotfu" #�w# sbvdosluddbeinraasedby$ZZOlOto thederidffme,aWto upgrade 1 /i e p�� t o a b e n � e fi's d e r k p a s i d� a� Totals 10.0 272,283 263,454 10.0 276,388 10.0 292,456 9.3 270,445 270,445 15- Mar -96 70 FY]997BUDGETNARR,4TIVE DEPARTMENT OF GENER,4L SERVICES BOARD OF SELECTMEN MISSION STATEMENT The Mission of the Board of Selectmen is to act as the Chief Executive Officer of the Town of Reading pursuant to the Town's Home Rule Charter. As such, the Board of Selectmen acts as a Board of Directors of the Town, providing general direction to the community, and exercising their .statutory responsibilities in a number of areas. COMMENTARY FY 1996 Fiscal Year 1996 was a very busy year. The following are the highlights of issues that the Board of Selectmen was involved in, in addition to their routine responsibilities: • The Bear Hill property was sold, with the proceeds being available to help balance the capital program; • The Pearl Street School building was sold, with the proceeds being available to help balance the capital program; • Working with the RMLD Board and staff, the property at 25 Haven Street was finally sold to Brooks Pharmacy, which when relocated will add to the retail vitality of the downtown area; • The Board has worked with and supported -the Downtown Steering Committee, a volunteer partnership of business, residential, and government leaders working to improve the downtown area of Reading; • A number of street construction projects have been undertaken and/or are in progress, including South Street, upper Pearl Street, Mineral Street area sidewalks, Mineral Street bridge, and Salem and Lowell Street reconstruction. • The Board has worked extensively with the FINCOM, School Committee, and staff to develop an improved Capital Planning and Budget process; • Major strides have been made in personnel issues, including Pay and Classification studies, union contract negotiations, performance evaluation program, decertification of one union, and professional development; • Several long - standing projects have been completed including re- codifying the Selectmen's policy book, and revising and readopting the Traffic Rules and Regulations. FY 1997 COMMENTARY FY 1997 promises to be a busy year. Major focuses will be: • Implementation of the senior citizen work for taxes program; • Continuing to improve the budgeting process by working with staff, FINCOM, and the School Committee; • Continuing the focus on downtown improvements; • Continuing to focus on the closure, sale, and reuse of the former landfill site; • Improving the community's dispute resolution process. REVENUE AND STAFFING 71 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budge Budget Summary (Form A) Budget Sum Personal Services (Form B) Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services, (Form C) supplies (Form C) Other Charges (Form C) Total Nonpersonal Expenses Totals Financing Plan: General Fund Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Department GENERAL SERVICES Division: Selectmen #011. Summary: D1 Annual Adopted Budget Actual Budget (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 1,000 540 150 57 600 1,152 Proposed Budget FY -1997 1,000 1,000 150 150 600 .13,600 Town Finance Manager Committee Recommended Recommended FY -1997 FY -1997 1,000 1,000 150 150 10,600 10,600 1,750 1,749 1,750 14,750 11,750 11,750 1,750 1,749 1,750z 14,750 11,750 11,750 1,750 1,749 1,750 14,750 11,750 11,750 Totals 1,750 1,749 1,750 14,750 11,750 L_11,750 72 15-Mar-96 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Department: GENERAL SERVICES Nonpersonal Expenses (Form C) Division: Selectmen ##011 Summary: D1 Annual Adopted . Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Classification FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 Purchase of Services: ADVERTISING 1,000 540 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 Totals 1,000 540 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 Supplies: SUPPLIES 150 57 150 150 150 150 Totals 150 57 150 150 150 150 Other Charges: PRINTING AND STATIONERY 100 121 150 150 150 150 OTHER EXPENSES 500 1,031 450 450 450 450 Eywsw- SP CW COMM 500 Sr at TaVwO1*PMg. 12,5010 to, &V >O,M $ $ $ $ $ $ Totals 600 1,152 600 13,600 10,600 10,600 15- Mar -96 73 FY 1997 BUDGET NARRATIVE DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES TOWN MANAGER MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of the Town Manager's office is to serve as the Chief Administrative Officer of the Town of Reading. As such the office is responsible for: • the administration of all Town operations, • negotiation of all contracts, • administration of the personnel functions, • purchase of goods and services, • administration of the budget and capital program, and • development and implementation of the long range vision of the community. COMNbIENTAR.Y FY 1996: During FY 1996, the Town Manager's office was successful in completing a number of its goals, including: v successful negotiation of most labor contracts - one Union has decertified; • improved employee professional development in a number of areas, through the Professional Development Committee and the new Safety Committee; • improved the property and casualty and workers comp. insurance programs at reduced costs; • negotiated a cable TV franchise renewal; • improved the budget process in cooperation with the Board of Selectmen, FINCOM, School Committee, as well as the Superintendent of Schools, Finance Director, and Town Accountant; • Updated Zoning and General Bylaws, Personnel Policies, Traffic Rules and Regulations, and Selectmen's Policies; • Achieved the sale of Bear Hill and the Pearl Street School. COIV NIENTARY FY 1997: During FY 1997, goals will include: • Increase the dollar amount of grants coming to all departments of the Town to supplement vital services funded through the local revenues available; • Complete the committed review of the personnel policies and pay levels; implement the personnel evaluation program; • Complete the planning efforts of the Downtown Revitalization efforts, and begin the implementation of this program; • Improve the staff development in all areas, including the restoration of some out -of -state travel; • Position the Town to be able to close the landfill and offer it for sale; • Continue and expand on the Retreat process for town "Leadership ", and for team building of the Board of Selectmen and senior level staff, • Complete the financing package for major capital projects. REVENUE AND STAFFING 74 FY 93 FY 94 FY 95 FY 96 FY 97 REVENUE $0 $0 $931 $1000 $1000 STAFFING 1 1 1 1 1 74 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget Summo (Form Al Budget Summary Personal Services (Form B) Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) Supplies (Form C) Other Charges (Form C) Total Nonpersonal Expenses Totals Financing Plan: General Fund Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Department GENERAL SERVICES Division: Town Manager #012 Summary: D2 & D3 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 X97 FY -1997 FY =1997 76,631 76,629 78,444 80,405 80,405 80,405 750 735 4,085 19,650 2,750 2,750 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000. 3,750 3,735 7,085 22,650 5,750 5,750 80,381 80,364 85,529 103,055 86,155 86,155 80,381 80,364 85,529 103,055 86,155 86,155 Totals 80,381 80,364 ° 85,529 103,055 86,155 .86,155 15- Mar -96 75 FY.1997 BUDGET NARRATIVE DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES LA W DIVISION MISSION STATEMENT The 'Law Division of the Department of General Services has as its mission the provision of legal services to all Departments of the Town, including the School Department, and except for the following areas where specialized legal services are provided separately: Reading Municipal Light Department Tax Liens School Department Special Needs Bond Counsel In providing these services, counsel is employed in two areas: Town Counsel which provides general legal advice and services; and Labor Counsel which provides specialized counsel on labor negotiations and labor relations issues. Labor Counsel for the Town is included in the legal budget, and Labor Counsel for the School Department is provided separately in the School Budget. COMMENTARY FY 1996 Major general legal accomplishments in the Community in FY 1996 include the following: • Bear Hill and Pearl Street School sales were concluded; and the Purchase and Sales agreement for the 25 Haven Street sale was written; • On -going work on the collection of funds owed by Cumberland Gulf as a result of the gasoline spill; • Work on the consent order for the closure of the Landfill site; • Ongoing issues with regard to the "Old" Sanborn Lane; + Several zoning and conservation cases; • Won a fairly major MCAD case, a 11 if arbitration (workers comp type of case), and all issues regarding litigation between South Street neighbors and the Town; • Work on implementation of the ticketing Bylaw, on Cable TV franchise negotiation (which included the use of special counsel), and on a new solid waste disposal contract for DPW; • Worked on warrants for Town Meetings, and attended all sessions; In the area of labor law, the following are the highlights: + Clerical bargaining unit was decertified; + Assistance in collective bargaining issues, and resolution and settlement of several arbitration cases; • Won court case overturning arbitrator's award, one portion of which had gone against the Town; • Consulted with Town Counsel regarding MCAD case; COMMENTARY FY 1997 The legal services provided to the Town are primarily reactive in. nature. However it is anticipated that counsel will be involved in the following areas: • Landfill closure and sale; • Resolving remaining issues regarding off -site improvements at Bear Hill; + Working on Downtown revitalization issues; • dealing with any remaining labor negotiations issues, and any grievances and arbitration. REVENUE AND STAFFING ER Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget Summary (Form Al Budget Summary Personal Services (Form B) Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) Supplies (Form C) Other Charges (Form C) Total Nonpersonal Expenses Totals Financing Plan: General Fund - Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals Department GENERAL SERVICES Division: LAW (041) Summary: D4 & D5 & D6 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 121,900 118,909 121,900 124,500 124,500 124,500 10,000 5,981 5;000 5,000 5,000 5,000 131,900 124,890 126,900 129,500 129,500 129,500 $ $ $ $ $ $ 131,900 124,890 126,900 = : 129,500 129,500 129,500 131,900 124,890 126,900 129,500 129,500 129,500 131,900 124,890 126,900 129,500 129,500 129,500 77 15- Mar -96 l Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Department: GENERAL SERVICES Nonpersonal Expenses (Form Q Division:. LAW (041) Summary: D4 $ D5 & D6 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Classification FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 Purchase of Services: TOWN COUNSEL 101,900 101,900 101,900 104,500 104,500 104,500 LABOR COUNSEL. 20,000 17,OD9 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 Totals 121,900 118,909 121,900 124,500 124,500 124,500 Supplies: Totals Other Charges: EXPENSES 10,000 5,981 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 $ $ $ $ $ $ Totals 10,000 5,981 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 15- Mar -96 78 a FY 1997 BUDGET NARRATIVE DEPAR TMENT OF GENERAL TOWN CLERK AND ELECTIONS MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Town Clerk's office is to serve the community as it's Chief Election Official; Recording Officer, Registrar of Vital Statistics, Public Records and Licensing Officer and to provide the public with general information. The following are examples of the responsibilities of this Division: oversees election officers and the conduct of all elections; directs preparation of ballots, polling place, voting equipment, voting lists; administers campaign finance laws; certifies nomination papers and initiative petitions; serves on the local Board of Registrars; supervises voter registration and absentee balloting; records and reports official election results to the Secretary of State. • conducts the annual town census, prepares street list of residents, and furnishes the jury list to the Office of the Jury Commissioner, • records and certifies all official actions of the Town; • records state tax liens and Uniform Commercial Code filings; • registers all vital statistics of local residents; issues state licenses and permits; • administers the oath of office to all elected and appointed members of all bodies, and ensures that all such officials are informed of the State's Open Meeting and Conflict of Interest Laws; • maintains all official records of the Town; • responds to inquiries from the general public and all town departments; COMMENTARY FY 1996: During FY 1996, the Town Clerk's office was successful in completing many goals, including: + conversion of all census information to the new State Motor Voter Central Registry; + supervised and proofed the updating of the Zoning and General ByLaws; + reviewed and updated the procedural manual for all statutory procedures within the office; • reviewed stored documents which included elimination of considerable material no longer essential; • created an Election Manual to assist staff with the new electronic voting system, and ran the State's first combined election - the 1996 Presidential Primary and the Local Elections; • Managed the telephone system for all departments of town government including schools; • responded to citizen inquiries under ADA; assisted with preparation of material for ADA requirements Open Space and Recreation Plan COMMENTARY FY 1997: During FY 1997 the following are the goals: • Train a new Town Clerk, as Cathy Quimby is retiring in March 1996;. • Train all Division staff on computer equipment provided by State for "Motor Voter" • Complete ADA assessment for submission to State and begin the process of correcting violations; ! the stipend for the Assistant Town Clerk will be implemented to improve customer service in the absence of the Town Clerk REVENUE AND STAFFING 79 i FY 93 FY 94 FY 95 FY 96 FY 97 REVENUE 40,548 42,318 51,940 53,000 55,000 STAFFING 1 1 1 1 1 79 i Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget Summary (Form A) Department: GENERAL SERVICES Division: TOWN CLERK (051) Summary: D7 & D8 Financing Plan: General Fund 39,767 39,427 40,698 41,688 41,688 41,688 Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals 39,767 39,427 ' 40,698 41,688 41,688 41,688 15- Mar -96 M Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Budget (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Summary FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 Personal Services (Form B) 38,317 38,200 39,248 40,238 40,238 40,238 Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) 650 371 650 650 650 650 Supplies " (Form C) 600 549 600 600 600 600 Other Charges (Form C) 200 307 260 200 200 200 Total Nonpersonal Expenses 1,450 1,227 1,450 1,450 1,450 1,450 Totals 39,767 39,427 40,698 41,688 41,688 41,688 Financing Plan: General Fund 39,767 39,427 40,698 41,688 41,688 41,688 Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals 39,767 39,427 ' 40,698 41,688 41,688 41,688 15- Mar -96 M Town of Readies FY -1997 Budget Department GENERAL SERVICES Budget Summary (Form A) Division: ELECTIONSIREGISTRATION #052 Summary: D9 & D10 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Budget (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Summary FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 Personal Services (Form B) 20,350 18,225 14,150 18,190 19,440. 19,440 Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) 7,350 14,326 9,610 10,260 10,260 10,260 Supplies (Form C) 300 1,621 300 400 400 400 Other Charges (Form C) 53,000 _ 52,868 3,300 3,300 3,300 3,300 Total Nonpersonal Expenses 60,650 68,815 13,210 13,960 13,960 13,960 Totals 81.000 87.040 27.360 32.150 33.400 33.400 Financing Plan: General Fund 81,000 87,040 27,360 32,150 33,400 33,400 Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund $ $ $ $ $ $ Totals 81.000 87.040 27.360 32.150 33.400 33.400 15- Mar -96 81 FY 1997 BUDGET NARRATIVE DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES PROPERTYAND CASUALTY INSURANCE MISSION STATEMENT The purpose of the Town's property and Casualty insurance program is to provide a reasonable level of insurance coverage relative to the potential liabilities that the Town may have, in order to reduce and stabilize the Town's financial liability for losses for which the Town may become liable. COMMENTARY FY 1996 FY 1996 saw a major change in the Town's Property and casualty insurance program. A very competitive market in the formal bidding process yielded a clear choice to be made. The previous carrier, who was also a bidder, was the low bidder by a very slight amount. MILA, a wholly owned insurance subsidiary of the Massachusetts Municipal Association also bid. A poor record of customer service and a failure to cover some essential areas of liability, led the Town Manager to award the coverage to MIIA. The cost savings was approximately $40,000 from the previous years coverage, and all areas of liability except for pollution (which no company covers) are well addressed. The change in coverage was made July 1, 1995, and the customer service has been much improved. COMA ENTARY FY 1997 There is no'intention to bid insurance again in. FY 1997. The Town's history has been to bid insurance every 3 years, as long as renewal quotes were appropriate. It is expected that relatively the same rates will be in effect in FY 1997 as for FY 1996, and that the levels of coverage and the customer service will continue as in FY 1996. 82 Town of Reading FY -1997 Buffet Budget Summary (Form A) Budget Summary Personal Services (Form B) Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) Supplies (Form C) Other Charges (Form C) Total Nonpersonal Expenses Totals Financing Plan: General Fund Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals Dom_ ent GENERAL SERVICES Division: PROP /CAS. INSURANCE #850 Summary: D11 142,270 171,568 119,000 106,746 106,746 106,746 142,270 171,568 119,000 106,746 106,746 106,746 142,270 171,568 119,000 98,327 98,327 98,327 6,989 6,989 6,989 1,430 . 1,430 1,430 142,270 171,568 119,000 106,746 106,746 106,746 83 15- Mar -96 a Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 142,270 171,568 119,000 106,746 106,746 106,746 142,270 171,568 119,000 106,746 106,746 106,746 142,270 171,568 119,000 106,746 106,746 106,746 142,270 171,568 119,000 98,327 98,327 98,327 6,989 6,989 6,989 1,430 . 1,430 1,430 142,270 171,568 119,000 106,746 106,746 106,746 83 15- Mar -96 a FY 1997 BUDGET NARRATIVE DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES GENERAL DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT The General part of the Department of General Services has as its purpose the support of the entire Department of General Services, and the general support of major portions of the Town service for elements such as office equipment maintenance, telephones, postage, and copiers. CONBMNTARY FY 1996 The Department has undergone a number of changes during FY 1996, including staff changes. Much progress has been made in a variety of special projects which make the Town function more efficiently. These items include codifying of Bylaws and regulations, and improving filing and other general office practices. COMMENTARY FY 1997 FY 1997 will see several changes, including the use of the Motor Voter program for the first time in a presidential election. The request is made for a stipend for existing staff to be paid as Assistant Town Clerk. Salary adjustments to move two clerical personnel to Step 2 is requested. Photocopy expenses are increased because of the need to replace a copier which had over 1 million copies. Postage is increased, and telephone costs have stabilized. The management of the telephone system will be converted to the Technology division of the Department of Finance this year, but the expense item for this year will remain in the General Services budget. REVENUE AND STAFFING 84 FY 93. FY 94 FY 95 FY 96 FY 97 REVENUE 0 0 0 0 0 STAFFING 4.9 4.9 4.7 4.9 4.9 84 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget Summary (Form A) Budget Summary Personal Services (Form B) Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) Supplies (Form C) Other Charges (Form C) Total Nonpersonal Expenses Totals Financing Plan: General Fund Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals Department GENERAL SERVICES Division: GENERAL SERVICES #015 Summary: D12 & D13 187,231 226,698 189,676 195,908 196,532 196,532 187,231 226,698 189,676 195,908 196,532 .196,532 85 15- Mar -96 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 99,031 93,195 99,476 103,548 104,172 104,172 68,500 111,267 70,200 67,800 67,800 67,800 18,500 19,261 18,500 23,060 23,060 23,060 1,200 2,975 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 88,200 133,503 90,200 92,360 92,360 92,360 187,231 226,698 189,676 195,908 196,532 196,532 187,231 226,698 189,676 195,908 196,532 196,532 187,231 226,698 189,676 195,908 196,532 .196,532 85 15- Mar -96 Town of ReadinaFY =1997 Budget Department GENERAL SERVICES Personal Services (Form BI Division: GENERAL SERVICES 0015 Summary: D12 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Personal Services (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Classification # FY -1995 FY -1995 # FY -1996 # FY -1997 # FY -1997 FY -1997 ADM.. ASSIST.. 1.0 24,560 24,726 1.0 25,442 1.0 26,071 1.0 26,071 26,071 ADM.. SEC'Y 1.2 24,714 25,088 1.2 26,064 1.2 26,531 1.2 26,531 26,531 PRINC. CLERKS 2.2 43,568 43,150 2.2 43,528 2.2 44,621 2.2 44,621 44,621 TEMPORARY POSITION 0.3 2,800 231 0.3 3,442 0.5 5,225 0.5 5,225 5,225 OVERTIME/OUT OF CLASS 3,389 1,000 500 500 500 Assisbnt Town Clerk 6619 &V 600 &W&ary 624 624 Totals 4.7 99,031 93,195 4.7 99,476. 4.9 03 5.48 4.9 104,172 104,172 15- Mar -96 F.W. FY 1997 BUDGET NARRATIVE HUMAN SER VICES DEPARTMENT HEALTH DIVISION MISSION STATEMENT The mission, of the Board of Health is to protect the health and well being of the citizens of Reading as well as protect the Town's environment from pollution and damage. As new health issues arise, the Board develops new programs and services to respond to the citizen's need (e.g. radon, asbestos, AIDS.) The health function is required by state law. COMMENTARY - FY 1996 Tobacco control continues to be a prime effort, involving all of the staff under the contract with the DPH. Compliance by retail stores selling to children is increasing dramatically with continued compliance checks. Community education projects such as the button contest at summer camp have been successful. The Board of Health also updated its tobacco regulations, including having smoke free restaurants, a controversial measure reinforced by a Town Meeting vote. Cooperative efforts continue with Stoneham with the radon testing program, household hazardous waste collections and inspectional services. A joint venture with the Lions Club produced a Health Clinic for all ages held at the Senior Center. And we continue to be one of nineteen members 'of a regional mosquito control program. We continue to work extensively with the community on substance abuse issues including work with -the high school and middle school Peer Leaders; Athletes for a Healthy Lifestyle, teacher training, parent and student workshops, Project Alliance and Adopt a Student Athlete. COMMENTARY - FY 1997 Many of next year's activities will be dependent upon grants and contracts appropriated by the Legislature. We plan to continue our efforts with other departments, especially Police and School, with ongoing issues such as substance abuse, including tobacco, as well as emerging issues such as domestic violence. The increase in Mosquito spraying in portions of the Town is an expansion of a program, and will include additional spraying on 15 acres near Austin Preparatory School, and 62 acres in the Haverhill Street area.. REVENUE AND STAFFING FY 93 FY 94 FY 95 FY 96 FY 97 REVENUE - License Fees 18,352 19,619 19,953 19,953 19,953 Grants 16,075 42,258 67,336 75,449 75,449 STAFFING - Town 0.9 0.9 0.9 1 1 Grants .6 .8 .7 .7 Joint Services .3 .3 .3 M Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget Summary (Form Al Budget Summary Personal-Services (Form B) Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) Supplies (Form C) Other Charges (Form C) Total Nonpersonal Expenses Totals ( I Financing Plan: Department Human Services Division: Health #511 Summary: E1 &E2 18- Mar -96 E.M. Annual General Fund Adopted 72,631 Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended FY -1 9955 -1996 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 Stoneham Reimbursement 79,075 78,604 83,540 85,434 85,556 85,556 40,135 38,892 39,385 40,728 40,772 40,772 13,281 12,960 16,676 19,273 16,394 16,394 1,226 1,420 800 1,000 1,080 1,080 54,642 53,272 56,861 61,001 58,246. 58,246 133,717 131,876 140,40.1 146,435 143,802 143,802 18- Mar -96 E.M. General Fund 74,471 72,631 71,317 76,328 73,695 73,695 Tobacco Contract 44,726 44,725 53,919 54,680 54,680 54,680 Drug Free Sch000l Grant 4,129 4,129 4,419 4,531 4,531 4,531 Electric Fund Stoneham Reimbursement 10,391 10,391 10,746 10,896 10,896 10,896 Totals 133,717 131,876 140,401 146,435 143,802 143,802 18- Mar -96 E.M. Town of Reading FY -1997 Buda et Department Human Services Personal Services (Form B) Division: Health #511 Summary. Ell Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Personal Services (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Classification # FY-1995 FY -1995 # FY -1996 # FY -1997 }€ FY -1997 FY -199 Prevention Ed. Coord 1.0 10,017 10,031 1.0 10,255 1.0 13,089 10,510 10,510 Drug Free School 4,129 4,129 4,419 4,531 4,531 4,531 Tobacco Contract 16,808 16,808 18,375 16,056 18,635 18,635 Inspector 0.8 13,555 13,555 0.8 10,746 0.8 10,896. 10,896 10,896 Tobacco Contract 4,629 4,629 5,323 5,448 5,448 5,448 Stoneham 10,391 10,391 10,746 10,896 10,896 10,896 Public Health Nurse 0.2 6,098 5,667 0.2 6,250 0.2 6,436 6,436 6,436 Tobacco Contract 1,435 1,435 460 460 460 - 460 Stoneham Tobacco 0.5 10,668 10,668 0.5 15,580 0.5 15,970 15,970 15,970 Adolescent Hlth Nurse 445 391 459 480 480 480 Flu Nurses 900 900' 927 1,172 1,172 1,172 Totals 15 79,075 78.604 2.5 83,540 25 85,434 85,556 85,556 18- Mar -96 R.M. Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Nonpersonal Expenses (Form Q Classification Purchase of Services: Budget (Revised) FY -1995 Animal Disposal Department Human Services 3,200 3,000 Division: Health #511 Contractual Services 900 Summary: E2 900 Annual 900 E.M.H.S. 5,920 Adopted 6,050 Town Finance Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 EY - 1997 FY -1997 280 280 280 Mosquito Control Animal Disposal 6,400 4,963 3,200 3,000 3,000 3,000 Contractual Services 900 1,077 900 900 900 900 E.M.H.S. 5,920 5,920 6,050 6,202 6,202 6,202 E.M.A.R.C. 8,132 8,132 8,255 8,255 8,255 8,255 Prevention Education '280 297 280 280 280 280 Mosquito Control 18,503 18,503 19,000 19,475 19,475 19,475 Weights and Measures 1,700 1,743 1,787 1,787 Mosquito CO,7#W -aodii 873 873 873 Totals 40,135 38,892 39,385 40,728 40,772 40,772 Supplies:. ( Clinics 850 550 850 850 550 550 Office Supplies 1,296 1,287 1,245 1,277 1,277 1,277 Educational Supplies 400 388 400 400 400 400 Tobacco Supplies - grant 10,735 10,735 14,181 16,746 14,167 14,167 Totals 13,281 12,960 16,676 19,273 16,394 16,394 Other Charges: Travel Reimbursement. Tobacco Contract 775 969 800 1,000 1,080 1,080 451 451 Totals 1,226 1,420 800 1,000 1,080 1,080 18- Mar -96 all FY 1997 BUDGET NARRATIVE HUMAN SER VICES DEPARTMENT ELDER SERVICES DIVISION. NUSSION STATEMENT The mission of the Division of Elder Services is to ascertain the needs and implement services and programs for Reading residents over age 60 and assist people under age 60 with gerontological concerns. COMAMNTARY - FY 1996 An Arthritis Support Group and P.A.C.E. (People with Arthritis -Can Exercise) were implemented in addition to the continuation of the support groups for Low Vision, Alzheimer's Disease Caregivers, AA, and veterans' "Scuttlebutt". Conversational Italian, country line dancing and bridge instruction were added to the class list. Participation in the Meals on Wheels program dramatically increased because twelve clinical diet options were initiated for people with specific dietary needs (only one meal option had been available) In addition, people are being quickly released from hospital and requiring more services. The Shopping Program. continues to address the needs of homebound citizens. The Social Worker has expanded discharge planning with area nursing homes. SHINE (Serving the Health Information Needs of Elders) now includes two volunteers who provide weekly counseling. The national Triad program was launched in Reading with the formation of a SPICE Committee. Seniors and Police In Cooperative Efforts presented a four day workshop on scams, banking security, E911, and driver's license education. Follow -up programs continued to address personal and community safety issues. The second annual "Day of Caring" joined volunteers in a community wide effort to help our older population. School intergenerational events include career days, class room interaction, social events, and volunteer efforts on behalf of the older population. Community businesses, organizations and individuals donated seasonal gifts in addition to Thanksgiving and Christmas food baskets and gifts for our senior neighbors. The Elder Services Revolving Fund addresses senior citizens' emergencies. The Hospital Trust Fund medical transportation program is coordinated by this Division. The Executive Office of Elder Affairs' Formula Grant covers -the Shopping Assistance Coordinator's salary and part of the Coordinator of Volunteers' salary. A monthly speaker's forum was established. An. Alzheimer's Disease sensitivity training was held for business and community leaders. At the recommendation of the Council on Aging, and because of regulatory concerns, the fee for the Elder Services van were dropped during FY 1995. Riders may still make a voluntary contribution if they choose. COMMENTARY - FY 1997 Support groups and forums will be presented in response to the needs of elders and their families. Programs will be researched for senior citizen tax work -off, employment opportunity exchange for retirees and businesses, and shared housing opportunities. The Meals on Wheels coordinator position has been expanded this year reflecting the increasing popularity of this program. Additionally, there is a salary adjustment reflected in the budget. REVENUE AND STAFFING FY 93 FY 94 FY 95 FY 96 FY 97 REVENUE $ 2323 $ 2212 $ 1912 $ 250 $ 250 STAFFING - Town 3.5 3.5 3.5 3.5 3.6 Grants .4 .4 .7 .7 .7 Donations .3 .3 0 0. .0 C M Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget Summary (Form A) Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services Department Humans Services Division: Elder Services #541 Summary: E3 & E4 Town Finance Proposed Manager Committee Budget Recommended Recommended FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 108,045 109,779. 109,779 (Form C) 3,336 Annual 4,443 4,480 Adopted Budget Actual Budget Budget (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) SuSumary FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 901 901 1,824 Personal Services 1,023 1,023 (Form B) 99,760, 96,059 101,633 Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services Department Humans Services Division: Elder Services #541 Summary: E3 & E4 Town Finance Proposed Manager Committee Budget Recommended Recommended FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 108,045 109,779. 109,779 (Form C) 3,336 3,585 4,443 4,480 5,443 5,443 Supplies (Form C) 901 901 1,824 1,023 1,023 1,023 Other Charges (Form C) 1,329 1,081 929 1,079. 980 980 Total Nonpersonal Expenses 5,566 5,567, 7,196 6,582 7,446 7,446 Totals 105,326 101,626 108,829 114,627 117,225 117,225 Financing Plan: General Fund 92,101 88,401 95,604 101,402 103,999 103,999 Grant 12,896 12,896 12,896 12,896 12,896 12,896 Donations 329 329 329 329 330 330 Totals 105,326 101,626 108,829 114,627 117,225 .117,2 25 18- Mar -96 92 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Department Humans Services Personal Services (Form B) Division: Elder Services #541 Summary: E3 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Personal Services (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Classification # FY - 1995 FY -1995 # FY -1996 # FY -1997 # FY -1997 FY -1997 Director 1.0 30,655 30,576 1.0 31,418 1.0 32,203 1.0 32,827 32,827 Van Driver 1.0 17,558 16,744 1.0 17,229 1.0 18,197 1.0 18,197 18,197 Sub Van Driver 2,497 610 1,230 1,505 1,505 1,505 Social Worker 1.0 23,843 23,168 1.0 26,152 1.0 26,813 1.0 26,813 26,813 Meal on Wheels Coord 0.4 7,935 7,690 0.4 8,099 0.4 8,341 0.4 8,341 8,341 Vounteer Coord - Town 0.5 5,277 5,276 0.5 5,532 0.5 5,894 0.5 6,137 6,137 Grant 6,913 6,913 6,913 6,913 6,913 6,913 Shop. Asst Coord. -Town 140 140 140 Grant 0.3 5,082 5,082 0.3 5,060 0.3 5,060 0.3 5,060 5,060 Meals a7Wiefs -Now 0.1 X979 of P, 979 2979 S,?Ia'A*& 887 867 Totals 4.2 99,760 96,059 4.2 101,633 4.3 108,045 4.3 109,779 109,779 18- Mar -96 93 FY 1997 BUDGET NARRATIVE HUMAN SER VICES DEPARTMENT VETERANS SERVICES DIVISION MISSION STATEMENT The mission of. Veterans Services is to provide assistance to veterans and their dependents. This is accomplished through the dissemination of information, coordination of services and payment of benefit moneys. This function is required by state law. CONI1VV iENTARY FY 1996 During FY 1996 Veterans Services has been striving to continue to minimize costs to the Town while ensuring that all veterans and their dependents receive all benefits to which they are entitled. The Agent attempts to keep abreast of the constant changes in benefits, rules and regulations to best serve the public. Home visits are made to those who are unable to come to the office. Coordination is made with other agencies to locate all possible sources of aid and services for clients. COMMENTARY FY 1997 Same as above. There is a salary adjustment included in the FY 1997 budget request. REVENUE AND STAFFING FY 93 FY 94 FY 95 FY 96 FY 97 REVENUE - State Reimbursement 25,499 19,677 14,570 5,219 13,500 STAFFING 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.4 94 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget Summary (Form A) Department Budget Actual Budget (Revised) Expenditures Summary -1995 FY -1995 $ Manager $ Personal Services Budget Recommended (Form B) 9,674 9,667 Nonpersonal Expenses: FY -1997 Purchase of Services (Form C) 10,165 10,368 Supplies (Form C) Other Charges Department Human Services Division: Veterans #555 Summary: E5 & E6 & E7 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Proposed Manager Commiitee (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 9,916 10,165 10,368 10,368 (Form C) 10,500 7,460 18,500 10,500 10,500 10,500 Total Nonpersonal Expenses 10,500 7,460 18,500 10,500 10,500 10,500 Totals 20,174 17,127 28,416 20,665 20,868 20,868 Financing Pian: General Fund Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals 20,174 17,127 28,416 20,665 20,868 20,868 20,174 17,127 28,416 20,665 20,868 - 20,868 95 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Department Human Services Personal Services (Form B) Division: Veterans #555 i Summary. E5 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Personal Services (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Classification # FY -1995 FY -1995 # FY -1996 # FY -1997 # FY -1997 FY -1997 $ $ $ $ $ $ Veterans Agent 0.4. 9,674 9,667 0.4 9,916 0.4 10,165 0.4 10,165 10,165 W&yAda#nent 2Gt? 2193 Totals 0.4 9,674 9,667 0.4 9,916 0.4 10,165 0.4 10,368 10,368 18- Mar -96 96 FY 1997 BUDGET NARRATIVE HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT RECREATION DIVISION t, MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Recreation Division is to provide a broad spectrum of athletic and leisure time activities for all segments of the population. CONAIENTARY FY 1996 This was our second full year with a full-time Administrator. This year we continued to expand our program offerings to the public. New programs included a Summer Conditioning Camp, Advanced and Adult Tennis, Early Release Day Programs, Friday Night Activities for middle school students, Middle School Basketball Tournament, an Easter Egg Hunt, Teen Issues Program, Gingerbread Decorating Class, family and adult trips, Challenger Soccer, winter field Hockey, Winter Total Fitness Program and Junior Super Sports Clinic. Traditional programs have also been modified to better serve the needs of Reading residents. Additional staffing has been added to the Summer Camp program and Ski Program to allow both programs to operator more efficiently. Activities geared toward the elementary aged student and middle school student is a focus for this year. We continue to examine and revise existing policies. Recreation is also continuing to their part in upgrading of existing recreational facilities for all Reading youth sport organizations. COM MNTARY FY 1997 We will continue to evaluate programming to respond to the feedback of the public and staff. Additional programming will be implemented to work to achieve the goal of adding a broader dimension to the Recreation offerings. There is a shift to the Town funding the lighting of the tennis courts this year, rather than having \ that amount paid from the Revolving Fund. REVENUE AND STAFFING FY 93 FY 94 FY 95 FY 96 FY 97 REVENUE - Transfer - Revolving to General Fund 15,766 21,000 32,469 33,957 33,612 STAFFING - Permanent (Full Time Equivalent staff Seasonal (# of individuals hired) 0.6 20.8 0.6 20.8 0.6 25 1 25.9 . 1 26 C 97 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget Summary (Form A) Budget Summary Personal Services (Form B) Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) Supplies .(Form C) Other Charges (Form C) Total Nonpersonal Expenses Totals Financing Plan: Department Human Services Division: Recreation #631 Summary: E8 & E9 200 224 Annual 200 850 850 300 320 Adopted 300 Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended FY -1995 FY - 1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 29,381 29,276 30,557 31,312 31,312. 31,312 200 224 200 200 850 850 300 320 300 300 300 300 80.0 549 800 800 700 700 1,300 1,093 1,300 1,300 1,850 1,850 30,681 30,369 31,857 32,612 33,162 33,162 General Fund 1,100 1,850 1,850 Revolving Fund 32,469 33,957 33,612 31,312 31,312 Totals 32,469 33,957 34,712 33,162 33,162 18- Mar -96 m FY 1997 BUDGET NARRATIVE HUMAN SER VICES DEPARTMENT GENERAL DEPARTMENT i MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Humans_Services Department is twofold: • to provide an efficient management structure for like services • to provide and/or coordinate services to people under sixty and families in need COMMENTARY FY 96 Computer efficiency and proficiency continues to be a priority for this department. Upgrading both hardware and software has helped with this priority. All human services programming is implemented through donations, i.e., no Town funds are used with the exception of the Director's salary. Community -wide donation programs continue. This year the Director has helped two local Girl Scouts organize a town -wide linen drive. Thanksgiving food baskets and Christmas /Chanukah food baskets and presents are again donated through local h milies, community groups and businesses. This year we had a 25% decrease in the number of families requesting assistance at the holidays. This office continues to be the local intake for Fuel Assistance applications and assists those clients when they have problems. COMMENTARY FY 97 Continuing to increase efficiency is a priority for this department, through computerization and revision of standard operating procedures. " We will continue to respond to emerging needs of the community through coalition building. Salary adjustment is included in the FY 1997 budget request. l REVENUE AND STAFFING FY 93 FY 94 FY 95 FY 96 FY 97 REVENUE 2,861 STAFFING 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.1 3:1 .. Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget Summa Form A) j. Budget Summary Personal Services (Form B) Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) Supplies (Form C) Other Charges (Form C) Total Nonpersonal Expenses Totals Financino Plan: General Fund Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals Department Human Services Division: General #521 Summary: E10 & E11 1,770 1,770 1,500 1,538 1,900 1,900 1,770 1,770 1,500 1,538 1,900 1,900 92,852 91,324 .96,550 97,633 98,483 98,483 92,852 91,324 _ 96,550 97,633 98,483 98,483 92,852 91,324 96,550 97,633 98,483 98,483 WI 18- Mar -96 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended IFY - 1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 F -1997 FY -1997 91,082 89,554 95,050 96,095 96,583 96,583 1,770 1,770 1,500 1,538 1,900 1,900 1,770 1,770 1,500 1,538 1,900 1,900 92,852 91,324 .96,550 97,633 98,483 98,483 92,852 91,324 _ 96,550 97,633 98,483 98,483 92,852 91,324 96,550 97,633 98,483 98,483 WI 18- Mar -96 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Department Human Services Personal Services (Form B) Division: General #521 Summary: E10 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Personal Services (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Classification # QL.�9 FY -1995 # FY -1996 # FY -1997 # FY -1997 FY -1997 Dept Head 1.0 46,609 46,430 1.0 47,705 1.0 48,889 1.0 48,889 48,889 Administrative Asst 1.0 22,749 22,496 1.0 23,318 170 24,568 1.0 24,568 24,568 Clerk 1.1 21,724 20,628 1.1 22,519 1.1 22,638 1.1 22,638 22,638 FY 1995 Retro pay 1,508 SalaryAdjwhnent 488 488 1 Totals 3.1 91,082 89,554 3.1 95,050 3.1 96,095 3.1 96,583 96,583 18-Mar-96 C 101 ' • Ft, I ' • ' MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of the Reading Public Library is to make readily available library materials selected in response to both the diverse reading and educational needs of all community members; to offer youth an active library program designed to stress the value of reading and communicating; to deliver information which meets community needs; and to vigorously promote the use of all library services and thereby increase public awareness of the library in the community. COMMENTARY FY 1996: During FY 96 Library.achievements include: ® Children's Room open all hours of the Adult Department • Expansion of customers' access to the Library from home or office via the Internet, including communication by e-mail and use of an on -line magazine index • Expansion of public access to the Internet and the World Wide Web from within the Library • Establishment of a Library Home Page on the World Wide Web • Circulation continued its upward trend, ahead of the record - setting FY 95 circulation of 313,572, or 13.9 per capita, one of the highest in the state • There were an average of 18,000 "visits" to the library each month Other priorities include: • Closer ties with school libraries • Expanded public access to NOBLE on -line resources COMAffiNTARY FY 1997: During FY 97, with the additional funds requested, Library goals will include: • Better meet the demand for library books, magazines and reference sources, by purchasing needed items for customers of all ages • Better meet the demand and increasing range of needs for non -print materials, by purchasing needed items, in a variety of formats, for customers of all ages • Provide improved access to the Internet and the World Wide Web resources • Coordinate services with the school libraries • Manage technology for the Town Hall and Library • Provide better customer service by getting materials back on the shelves faster and available to users sooner In order to meet the needs of teh Library during FY 1997, the materials budget has been increased by $12,000, and additional hours have been added for Pages. REVENUE AND STAFFING 102 FY 93 FY 94 FY 95 FY 96 FY 97 REVENUE $3,042 $2,385 $2,198 $2,000 est $2,000 est STAFFING 15.7 16.3 16.7 17.0 18.7 102 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget Summea (Form A) Department DMsion: Summary: LibraY Library #611 F1 and F2 Financing Plan: General Fund 538,296 '536,333 562,424 607,177 600,770 600,770 Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals 538,296 536,333 562,424 607,177 600,770 600,770 18- Mar -96 103 l Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Budget (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Summary FY - 1995 FY - 1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -199 -1997 Personal Services (Form B) 442,992 441, 029 462,128 482,973 482,181 482,181 Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) 90,604 90,696 95,308 119,101 113,486 113,486 Supplies (Form C) 4,000 4,138 4,588 4,703 4,703 4,703 Other Charges (Form C) 700 470 400 400 400 400 Total Nonpersonal Expenses 95,304 95,304 100,296 124,204 118,589 118,589 Totals _ 538,296 536,333 562;424 607,177 600,770 600,770 Financing Plan: General Fund 538,296 '536,333 562,424 607,177 600,770 600,770 Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals 538,296 536,333 562,424 607,177 600,770 600,770 18- Mar -96 103 l Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Personal Services (Farm 8) Department Division: Summary: Library Library #611 F1 18- Mar -96 104 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Personal Services (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Classification # FY -1995 FY - 1995 # FY -1996 # FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 Director 1.0 44,788 44,616 1.0 45,845 1.0 46,990 1.0 46,990 46,990 Assistant Director • 1.0 38,034 _ 37,889 1.0 38,915 1.0 39,907 1.0 39,907 39,907 Secretary 0.7 14,747 14,792 0.7 15,099 0.7 15,490 0.7 15,490 15,490 Division Head 3.0 100,309 93,318 3.0 103,043 4.0 134,864 4.0 134,864 134,864 Librarian 3.3 99,149. 103,366 3.6 108,638 4.0 124,579 4.0 124,579 124,579 Senior Library Associate 1.0 26,055 25,975 1.0 26,681 Library Associate 1.5 32,156 35,042 1.5 35,642 1.1 27,075 1.1 27,075 27,075 Senior Technician 1.0 22,113 22,084 1.0 22,666 0.7 13,258 0.7 13,258 13,258 Technician 1.9 35,887 38,789 1.9 36,595 2.5 46,447 2.5 46,447 46,447 Aide 0.1 2,161 1,118 Page 2.2 27,593 24,040 2.3 29,004 2.3 29,571 2.3 29,571 29,571 lafr�da�,a ehgrus 04 4,702 04 4,WO 4,AW $ $ $ $ $ $ Totals 16.7 442,992 441,029 17.0 .462,128 17.7 482,973 17.7 482,181 482,181 18- Mar -96 104 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Department: Library Nonpersonal EVenses (Form Q Division: Library #611 Summary: F2 Annual 105 . Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Classification IFY -1 95 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 IFY - 1997 FY -1997 Purchase of Services: Equipment maintenance 750 847 750 750 750 750 NOBLE 18,354 18,354 21,485 25,836 25,836 25,836 Materials 71,500 71,495 73,073 74,900 74,900 74,900 12M AdMnalmalari& 17,615 12,M Totals 90,604 90,696 95,308 119,101 113.486 113,486 S lies: (. Office supplies 4,000 4,138 4,588 4,703 4,703 4,703 Totals 4,000 4,136 4,588 4,703 4,703 4,703 Other Charges: Postage 500 180 200 200 200 200 Other 200 285 200 200 200 200 Equipment & furniture 5 Totals 700 470 40.0 400 400 440 105 Town of Readim_-W - INA-IM MT Budget Summyy (Form A) Budget Summmy Personal Services (Form B) Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) Supplies (Form D) Other Charges_ (Form E) Total Nonpersonal Expenses Totals Financing Plan: General Fund Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Department Public S&Ily Division: police #111 summn GI & G2 2,251,230 .2,246,260 2,374,833 2,578,899 2,484,854 2,484,854 Totals 2,251230 2,246 260 2,374833 2,578,899 2,484,854 2,484,854 I&Mar-96 IM Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended FY - 1995 FY - 1995 FY- -1996 FY - 1997 EY - 1997 EL-197 2,072,784 2,066,109 2,189,478 2,363,189 2,278,074 2,278,074 43,746 42,924 35,885 36,815 34,455 34,455 72,525 79,716 75,220 95,145 88,575 88,575 62,175 57,511 74,250 83,750 83,750 83,750 178,446 180,151 185,355 215,710 206,780 206,780 2,251,230 2,246,260. 2,374,833 2,578,899 2,484,854 2,484,854 2,251,230 .2,246,260 2,374,833 2,578,899 2,484,854 2,484,854 Totals 2,251230 2,246 260 2,374833 2,578,899 2,484,854 2,484,854 I&Mar-96 IM Personal Services (Form B) Department Public Sa* Division: Police #111 Summary: G1 �. Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual . Budget Proposed Manager Committee Personal Services (Revised) . Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Classification # FY -1995 FY- 1995 # FY -1996 # FY -1997 # FY - 1997 FY - 1997 CHIEF 1.0 78,143 79,221 1.0 86,795 1.0 89,303 1.0 89,303 89,303 LIEUTENANTS 3.0 183,296 171,233 3.0 193,909 3.0 199,149 3.0 199,149 199,149 SERGEANTS 6.0 292,696 299,112 6.0 328,011 6.0 337,287 6.0 337,287 337,287 DETECTIVES 3.0 127,390 126,508 .3.0 131,642 3.0 136,816 3.0 138,816 .138,816 OFFICERS 26.0 986,689 989,979 26.0 1,113,693 26.0 1,116,340 26.0 1,116,340 1,116,340 CLERKS 2.0 47,051 47,571 2.0 2.0 50,227 2.0 50,227 50,227 PARKING CLERK 2,142 2,310 2,142 2,428 2,428 2,428 SCHOOL TRAFFIC 64,630 62,101 55,996 68,000 64,665 64,665 OVERTIME 166,687 157,922 154,500 175,000 160,000 160,000 HOLIDAY 100,760 100,654. 106,000 106,420 106,420 106,420 TEMPORARY POSITION 10,000 15,522 10,300 18,000 18,000 18,000 LONGEVITY 6,300 7,350 6,490 6,350 6,350 6,350 (' SICK LEAVE BUY BACK 7,000 6,626 COURT l Move Sgt to Lt 1.0 11,022 11,022 11,022 Move PtL to SgL 1.0 6,400 OFFICER 1.0 35,380 CROSSING GUARDS 02 3,067 02 3,087 3,0487 FASTCOP Reimbursement (25,000) (25,000) Totals 41.0 2,072,784 2,066,109 41.0 2,189,478 44.2 2,363,189 41.2 2,278,074 2,278,074 18 -Mar-96 107 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget Summn (Form A) Npartment Public Safety Division: Animal Control #182 Surnma G3&4 Financing Plan: General Fund Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals 22,437 19,855 17,145 18,531 18,251 18,251 22-437 _19 855 —17 145 18,531. 18.251 18,251 108 18-Mar-96 Annual Adopted 7own Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Budget (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Sum FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY - 1997 FY -199 FY -1997 Personal Services (Form B) 17,980 15,420 13,045 13,371. 13,371 13,371 Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) 3,827 4,089 3,500 4,300 4,230 4,230 Supplies (Form C) 630 846 600 860 650 650 Other Charges (Form C) Total Nonpersonal Expenses 4,457 4,435_ 4,100 5,160 4,880. 4,880 Totals 22.437 —19855 _17 145 18,531 18,251 18,251 Financing Plan: General Fund Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals 22,437 19,855 17,145 18,531 18,251 18,251 22-437 _19 855 —17 145 18,531. 18.251 18,251 108 18-Mar-96 FY 1997 BUDGET NARRATIVE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY FI R E EME R G E N C Y MA NA G E MEN T MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of the Reading Fire Department/Emergency Management is the protection of life and property. The major components of this mission include: • The delivery of emergency medical services • Fire prevention • Public education • . Environmental protection • Provide and maintain an emergency /fire alarm system • Be prepared to address major natural and manmade disasters and emergencies. COMMENTARY FY 1996: During FY 96, this Department was committed to training its personnel in emergency medical services, fire suppression and to a lesser extent, emergency management. Training activities need coordination and improvement. This can be addressed in the future by appointment of an Assistant Fire Chief to oversee these activities. The Emergency Management director has continued his training through the Emergency Management Institute and attendance at local training seminars. The amount of construction'that is taking place in FY 96 requires constant oversight and review by a permanent Fire Prevention Officer . Without this position projects are only receiving cursory review at best. COMMENTARY FY 1997: During FY 97 this Department will strive to improve the quality of training for Fire Prevention, Emergency Medical Services and Emergency Management activities. Code enforcement and inspectional activities will be enhanced, along with the training programs if additional staff can be added. If not, these activities will not be given the attention necessary and with the amount of major construction going on in the community, this could be a disaster. The Emergency. Management Director will continue to fiilfill requirements of both FEMA and MEMA to the best of his abilities. This is another area where day staff would be of immeasurable assistance. In FY 1997, moneys have been included in the Personal Services portion of the budget to provide for additional assistance to the Chief in dealing with the administrative needs of the Department. This is seen as an interim step to hiring an Assistant Chief in FY 1998. REVENUE AND STAFFING FY 93 FY 94. FY 95 FY 96 FY 97 FIRE INSPECTION FEES $10,628 $10,975 $10,057 * $9,000 $15;000 AMBULANCE FEES $ 109,358 $154,393 $164,767 $170,000 $180,000 EMER MANAGEMENT $58,325 $0 1 $0 $5,351 unknown STAFFING 45 45 45 45 46 109 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget Summary (Form'A) Budget Summary Personal Services (Form B) Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) Supplies (Form D) Other Charges (Form E) Total Nonpersonal Expenses Totals i Financing Plan: General Fund Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Annual Adopted Budget Actual Budget (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) FY -1995 FY -1995 FY. -1996 Department PUBLIC SAFELY Division: Fire/Emerg. Mgmt #121 Summary: GJ & G6 Town Finance Proposed Manager Committee Budget Recommended Recommended FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 2,011,852 2,007,026 1,994,354 2,092,304 2,052,804 2,054,004 31,852 34,330 31,200 37,710 37,710 37,710 39,875 30,428 39,375 44,290 43,100. 43,100 8,200 5,174 8,350 8,600 8,350 8,350 79,927 69,932 78,925 90,600 .89,160 89,160 2,091,779 2,076,958 2,073,279 2,182,904 2,141,964 2,143,164 2,091,779 2,076,958 2,073,279 2,182,904 2,141,964 2,143,164 Totals 2,091,779 2,076,958 2,073,279 2,182,904 2,141,964 2,143,164 18- Mar -96 110 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Personal Services (Form B) Department PUBLIC SAFETY Division: Fiweffi e . &%mL #121 Summary. " 111 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Personal Services (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) - Budget Recommended Recommended Classification # FY -1995 FY -1995 # FY -1996 # FY -1997 # FY -1997 FY -1997 Department Head 1.0 65,312 65,056 1.0 66,945 1.0 68,309 1.0 68,309 68,309 Secretary 1.0 27,983 27,804 1.0 28,683 1.0 29,399 1.0 29,399 29,399 Captain 4.0 186,941 194,893 4.0 189,787 4.0 194,532 4.0 194,532 194,532 Lieutenant 4.0 167,742 172,364 4.0 174,514 4.0 178,877 4.0 178,877 178,877 Firefighter 33.0 1,193,012 1,177,849 33.0 1,216,430 33.0 1,253,841 33.0 1,253,841 1,253,841 Mechanic 1.0 34,087 33,945 1.0 34,939 1.0 35,813 1.0 35,813 35,813 Fire Alarm 0.5 13,076 13,069 0.5 13,403 0.5 13,738 0.5 13,738 13,738 Overtime 201,271 204,379 142,339 145,898 145,898 145,898 Longevity inc. in base inc. in base ECI /EMT inc. in base inc, in base Holiday 102,428 102,138. _ 103,314 105,897 105,897 105,897 Sick Leave Buyback 19,000 14,529 12,000 12,000 12,000 12,000 Differential EMS Coordinator 1.0 0.1 1,500 1,000 1,000 1.0 1,000 1.0 1,500 1,500 Overtime for Training 11,000 NEW DA Y OFFICER 1.0 52,500 AddfL Amin. help 13,000 14,2Gl7 Totals 45.5 2,011,852 2;007,026 45.5 1,994,354 46.5 2,092,304 44.6 2,052 804 054,004 18- Mar -96 111 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budge Budget Summary (Form A) Department Public Safety Division: DispaitDhers # 123 Summary: G7 &G8' Financing Plan: General Fund 212,613 214,170 229,838 253,746 244,046 244,046 Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals 212,613 14,170 9838 Z2 , 253,746 244,046 244,046 18-Mar -96 112 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Budget (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Summary FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 Personal Services (Form B) 194,133 195,775 210,788 232,873 221,773 221,773 Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) 13,430 15,313 16,200 17,098 18,598 18,598 Supplies (Form C) 5,050 3,082 2,850 3,775 3,675 3,675 Other Charges (Form C) Total Nonpersonal Expenses 18,480 18,395 19,050 20,873 22,273 22,273 Totals 212,613 214,170 229,838 253,746 244,046 244,046 Financing Plan: General Fund 212,613 214,170 229,838 253,746 244,046 244,046 Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals 212,613 14,170 9838 Z2 , 253,746 244,046 244,046 18-Mar -96 112 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Department Public Safety Personal Services (Form BI. Division: Dispatchers # 123 Summary: G7 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Personal Services (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Classification # FY -1995 FY -1995 # FY -1996 # FY -1997 # FY -1997 FY -1997 $ $ $ $ $ $ DISPATCHER 7.0 165,535 177,298 7.0 169,638 7.0 174,976 7.0 174,976 174,976 TEMP. DISPATCHER 0.5 15,678 2,619 0.5 _ 16,070 1.5 16,576 0.5 16,576 16,576 LONGEVITY 800 HOLIDAY PAY 8,250 5,435 8,455 8,721 8,721 8,721 OVERTIME 1,370 10,211 14,125 30,000 19,000 19,000 OVERTIME - TRAINING 2,500 212 2,500 2,600 2,500 2,500 Totals 7.5 194,133 195,775 7.5 210,788 8.5 232,873 7.5 221,773 221,773 18 -Mar-96 113 FY 1997 BUDGET NARRATIVE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS ADM17VISTRATION DIVISION MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Administration Division is to administer and support all other Divisions of the Department of Public Works in the areas of water and sewer billing, payroll and time keeping, personnel policy, procurement of supplies and services, accounts payable, budget control, clerical and secretarial support, and governmental and public interaction. Commentary - FY 1996 The Division maintained its level of support in procurement, budgets, billing, payroll, accounts payable, and clerical and administration. The staff continuously served as effective points of contact for citizen's questions and concerns. Commentary - 1997 In FY 1997, general support for all the other Divisions will be maintained, including consideration of an increasingly effective public information effort coupled with continuing emphasis on responsive and timely handling of citizens questions and concerns. In addition, the Division will maintain the timeliness of the Department's procurement schedules, including the appropriate use of procurement arrangements such as multi year contracts. Specific administrative support for the Water Treatment Plant residuals handling program will continue, as well as other municipal utility and service programs. The identification of resource requirements for programs vital to infrastructure maintenance, coupled with the need to make ( maximum use of all available resources, continues to be a key focus. STAFFING 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 Administrative 4.4 4.6 5 5 5 5 Note: the apparent growth in staff reflects consolidation of personnel into one division - not an increase in staffing levels. 114 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget Summary (Form A) Department Public Works Division: Administration (301) summary: H1 & H2 Financing Plan: Annual General Fund 81,358 79,313 Adopted 85,191 Town Finance Water Fund Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Budget (Revised) . Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Summary FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 $ $ $ $ $ $ Personal Services 183,580 181,535 189,394 192,866 192,796 192,796 (Form B) 180,580 179,325 186,594 189,996 189,996 189,996 Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) Supplies (Form C) 3,000 2,210 2,800 2,870 2,800 2,800 Other Charges (Form C) Total Nonpersonal Expenses 3,000 2,210 2,800' 2,870 2,800 2,800 Totals 183,580 181,535 189,394 192,866 192,796 192,796 Financing Plan: 18- Mar -96 03:30 PM 115 General Fund 81,358 79,313 84,105 85,191 83,440 83,440 Water Fund 60,320 60,320 62,1.30 66,703 67,524 67,524 Sewer Fund 41,902 41,902 43,159 40,972 41,832 41,832 Electric Fund $ $ $ $ $ $ Totals 183,580 181,535 189,394 192,866 192,796 192,796 18- Mar -96 03:30 PM 115 FY 1997 BUDGET NARRATIVE i DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS ENGINEERING DIVISION MISSION STATEMENT Engineering is a function necessary to the operation of all other divisions of the Department of'Public Works and to many divisions of the Town outside the Department. The office is responsible for: • Preparation of plans, specifications and estimates for Town construction projects. • survey layout, inspection and supervision of Town construction projects. + Preparation of pay estimates. • Review of subdivision plans for accuracy and conformance with subdivision rules and regulations. • Inspection of subdivision construction. • Administration of the Chapter 90 program. • Maintenance of all records concerning the subdivision of land, roadway construction, and • water, sewer and drainage construction. • Revisions to Assessors and zoning maps. + Issuance of sewer connection, road opening, water service connection, and driveway permits. • Assisting other divisions and departments as necessary. These tasks include basis customer service (e.g. - copying of maps, permits, etc.) and public information (e.g. - answering questions, supporting public hearings, etc.). COMMENTARY - FY 1996: FY 1996 has proved to be an exceedingly busy time for the Engineering Division. The Division has continued to provide basic customer service and public information, plus a significantly increased array of projects. Some of the projects that were completed or set into motion during this time include: • Resurfacing of Franklin and Grove Streets. • Reconstruction of South Street. • Reconstruction of upper Pearl Street. • Construction of sidewalks on Mineral, King, Hancock and Prospect Streets. • Construction layout of the Wood End Cemetery. • Preparation of contract documents and construction inspection of the new DPW salt shed. • Preparation of design plans and specifications for the reconstruction of Route 129. • Preparation of design plans for Summer Avenue/Walnut Street reconstruction projects. • Preparation of 25% design plans for the West Street Corridor. • Construction of new traffic signals at Summer Avenue/Prescott Street (Spring 1996 start). • Construction inspection and plan review for 19 subdivisions. This year, in reviewing staff time sheets, it was determined that nearly 5.5 hours per day is spent helping walk -in or telephone customers and nearly 8 hours a day is spent on a variety of inspections. In fact, these activities take up approximately 42% of the staffs available time. This leaves precious little time to perform the design work necessary to secure the funding provided by the State. In addition to this, the survey crew spends a significant portion of their time ,assisting other Departments (laying out athletic fields, laying out Wood End Cemetery, locating water lines, etc.) which inhibits their ability to conduct surveys needed for project design. COMMENTARY - FY 1997: For FY 1997, basic customer and public information tasks will continue and specific additional public works projects will be covered. The additional projects are significant projects, and will include: • Reconstruction of Route 129 from I -93 to 1 -95 with the addition of sidewalks and curb. • Reconstruction of Walnut Street. • Reconstruction of Summer Avenue. • Continuation of the sidewalk/curb construction program. • Continuation of survey and design for the roadway capital improvement program. •. Survey and design of the Quannapowitt drainage ditch erosion control project. • Survey and design of the Nike site and other athletic fields. • Survey and design of the Library parking lot. 116 • Design of the depot parking lot. • Survey and design of the Pitman Bike Path. In order to accomplish these tasks, an additional engineering staff professional is recommended in \' FY 1997. to restore this Division to its 1990 levels. New Aerial Photo plans were requested in FY 1997, but these are a capital item that should be considered as part of the capital plan for future years, perhaps as part of a GIS (Geographic Information System) that is being developed cooperatively with the Reading Municipal Light Department. STAFFING 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1 1997 Permanent Staff 5 5 5 5 5 5 Additional Staff Requested 2 Total Recommended 5 5 5 5 5 6 117 /— Town of Readin� FY - 1997 Budge Budget Summary (Form A) < > Budget Summa Personal Services (Form B) Nonpemonal Purchase of Services (Form C) Supplies - (FonnC) Other Charges (Form C) Jota|Nonoomonal Expenses .-- Totals ( ) _ Financing Plan: General Fund Water Fund GoxmrFund E|ecbinFund Department Department ^ ��� ��.,= Division: E En (302) H3 & H4 Annual, Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager GnmmUften yRexxamq Lmpon¢8umn (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended [Y -1995 FY - 1905 FL- 1896 F1- 1997 EY - 1997 FL-18f7 1 � 196,005 2G2�Q7 333387 233397 ---------- --------' --------- --------- ----=_= c�� 200 58 50 357 357 357 4,500 4,135 8,250 54,275 3,000 3,000 182,123 177,661 202,305 316,829 236,754 236,754 129,538 148,142 35,063 35,063 36,115 49,766 44,915 44,915 17,522 17,522 18,048 21 21,276 � --------- --------- --------- ---------'--------- --------- Totals 182,123 177,661 316,829= 236,754 236,754 181Nop08 03:39 PM 118 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Department Public Wales Personal Services (Form B) Division: Engineering (302) Summary. H3 Annual 18- Mar -96 01:07 PM 119 Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Personal Services (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Classification # FY -1995 FY -1995 # FY -1996 # FY -1997 # FY -1997 FY -1997 Salaries: 172,611 Town Engineer. 1.0 53,762 1.0 55,221 1.0 56,631 1.0 56,631 56,631 Civil Engineer (E4) 2.0 67,593 2.0 69,283 2.0 73,226 2.0 73,226 73,226 Field Engineer II (E -3) 1.0 37,520 1.0 38,457 1.0 40,800 1.0 40,800 40;800 Field Engineer I (E -1) 1.0 31,262 1.0 32,044 1.0 34,160 1.0 34,160 34,160 Seasonal Staff Overtime 859 1,000 Revisions (6,500) Grade Adjustments 580 580 580 Town Eng. Over Est (1,396) Eng. class Adjust (4,818) AsstClvilEngner 1.0 ZAV 28,6W 1.0 XOA2 Co-op. sklaw' f.0 23,000 Overb'me S,A7O $ $ $ $ $ $ Totals 5.0 177,423 173,470 5.0 196,005 7.0 262,191 6.0 233,397 233,397 18- Mar -96 01:07 PM 119 FY 1997 BUDGET NARRATIVE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS HIGHWAYIVEHICLE MAINTENANCE DIVISION MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the IiighwayNehicle Maintenance Division is to maintain the roadways, sidewalks, and parking areas of the town for safe passage of vehicular and pedestrian traffic, maintain all open and closed waterways within the community, and maintain all motorized vehicles and equipment. Commentary - FY 1996 The Division continues to maintain roadways, sidewalks, parking lots, regulatory traffic signs, street signs and drainage systems (including open channels, pipe systems, catch basins and drainage structures) on an reduced, almost emergency, basis due to limited funding. In addition, the division has continued to maintain over 70 pieces of motorized vehicles and other equipment within the Public Works Department, and Building Inspection and Elder Services divisions. Winter weather wear - and -tear, an aging over -the -road fleet, and prior maintenance cutbacks in the .face of higher than budgeted price increases in parts have resulted in continuing higher than budgeted maintenance costs. The roadways and parking lots are swept yearly with one Town owned sweeper supplemented with one rented unit, and a program of sweeping the square weekly has been resumed. Traffic control markings, crosswalk and other markings such as parking lines were applied in a portion of the Town by an outside contractor under the supervision of Engineering and Highway Division personnel. The Division provides appropriate support service to other Public works Divisions in the form of staff and equipment for operations such as leaf composting, loam shredding, capital projects and cemetery development, along with dispatch services for all divisions within the Public Works Department. The Division was prioritized to contribute staff and material resources to Charles Lawn and Wood End cemetery development, sidewalk and curbing construction, South and Pearl Street reconstruction, Haverhill culvert emergency repairs, and Killam School portable class room area hot topping in order to stretch available project funding. Commentary - 1997 The Division will continue to provide services to maintain the roadway and drainage infrastructure within the limited resources available. Operations such as street sweeping and restoration of open channel flow throughout the Town are continually reviewed, and necessary plans and funding requirements developed. For FY 1997, requests for funding increases for seasonal staff to supplement permanent staff during the peak construction season, to increase roadway sweeping, to allow complete traffic marking painting and to fund equipment. maintenance parts procurement have been identified in a separate submittal. Continued prioritized support of capital and other projects will be provided, with effort currently foreseen in additional curbing and sidewalk construction, roadway reconstruction and repair, Wood End Cemetery development, and construction of a natural gas line for Birch Meadow complex (schools). Other projects and requests will be addressed as required. Electricity has been estimated at a +3% RMLD planning factor, and staff clothing and boot allowances reflect the increase in the new contract. In order to accomplish the Mission of the Division in FY 1997, the restoration of seasonal staff is recommended, in order to be able to catch up an a backlog of work including drainage work. STAFFING 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 Supervisionldispatch General 3 3 3 3 3 3 Equip. Maintenance 3 3 3 3 3 3 Catch Basin Main. 1 1 1 1 l 1 General Highway 10 10 10 1 10 1 10 j 10+ Total 17 17 17 1 17 1 17 17+ 120 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget Summay (Form A) Budget Summer Personal Services (Form B) Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) Supplies (Form D) Other Charges (Form. E) Total Nonpersonal Expenses Totals Financing Plan: General Fund Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals Department Public Works Division: Highway (303) Summary: H5 & H6 Annual 577,017 569,039 Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager ' Committee (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended FY - 1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 480,257 474,357 78,466 72,191 169,814 170,372 552,040 577,017 569,039 569,039 75,233 115,714 78,535 78,535 162,060 176,112 166,185 166,185 248,280 242,563 237,293 291,825 244,720 244,720 728,537 716,920 789,333 868,842 813,759 813,759 706,525 694,908 766,661 840,482 785,399 785,399 12,904 12,904 13,291 17,204 17,204 17204 9,108 9,108 9,381 11,156 11,156 11,156 728,537 716,920 789,333 868,842 813,759 813,759 18- Mar -96 04:17 PM 121 I Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Department Public Works Personal Services (Form B) Division: Highway (303) r Summary: H5 Annual . Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Personal Services (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Classification # FY -1995 FY -1995 # FY -1996 # FY -1997 # FY -1997 FY -1997 Salaries: 442,401 Supervisor 1.0 45,539 1.0 46,625 1.0 47,773 1.0 47,773 47,773 Foreman 1.0 34,954 1.0 35,827 1.0 37,373 1.0 37,373 37,373 Working Foreman 2.0 61,178 2.0 62,708. 2.0 63,805 2.0 63,805 63,805 Chief Equipment Oper. 1.0 30,589 1.0 31,354 1.0 32,468 1.0 32,468 32,468 Hvy. Equip. Oper. 1.0 29,879 1.0 30,626 1.0 32,090 1.0 32,090 32,090 Lt -Med. Equip. Oper. 2.0 56,125 2.0 57,529 2.0 58,796 2.0 58,796 58,796 Skilled Laborer 5.0 136,994 5.0 140,419 3.0 89,005 3.0 89,005 89,005 Semi - skilled Laborer Laborer 2.0 48,500 2.0 48,500 48,500 Dispatcher 1.0 20,421 1.0 20,931 1.0 20,627 1.0 20,627 20,627 Master Mechanic 1.0 34,953 1.0 35,827 1.0 37,373 1.0 37,373 37,373 Mechanic 1 2.0 61,178 2.0 62,708 2.0 64,642 2.0 64,642 64,642 Seasonal Laborer 4,049 Overtime 13,6271 22,032 13,966 1 14,4751 14,997 14,997 On -call Premium (OT) 6,3951 6,3951 6,3951 6,395 6,395 Longevity 7,600 5,875 _ 7,125 6,175 6,175 6,175 Grade Adjustments 1,520 1,520 1,520_ Revisions (55,300) Promotion Adjustments (3,875) SeascvlalStaff 0.6 10,6LV 7,509 7,509 overtime Totals 17.0 480,257 474,357 17.0 552,040 17.6 577,017 17.0 569,039 569,039 18- Mar -96 04:17 PM 122 FY 1997 BUDGET NARRATIVE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS PARKS AND FORESTRY DIVISION MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Parks and Forestry Division is to provide and maintain areas for passive and active recreational use, and to replant and maintain public shade trees. This Division provides maintenance for all the "Common Areas ", including athletic areas and school turf areas, conservation property and skating areas. In _ addition, Division personnel provide and maintain a tree nursery and compost area, maintain the Town Forest, and install lights on the Common. COMMENTARY - FY 1996 Division permanent staff, supplemented with seasonal laborers, has been able to maintain the physical structures (fences, playground equipment, etc.) within the parks and playgrounds. The Division strongly recommends that this program continue, and has included funding in the proposed base budget. Restoration of ball diamonds and athletic areas per the proposed Town Meeting warrant Article is strongly recommended. The turf areas have deteriorated substantially due to the water restriction that have been imposed: an increase in funding for a restored turf maintenance program has been requested in a separate submission. The Division continues to work with the Recreation Committee and Recreation Administrator to review and implement both a short term maintenance program for the recreation facilities. Division staff maintains larger open spaces for the School Department where it is more practical for us to use our larger and more productive equipment. The program to purchase small tree whips to be planted in our nursery was not funded this year but re- instatement is recommended in FY 1997 in order to assure the Town of necessary tree stock for re- plantings. The collapse of acceptor market for bush and stump grindings and chips caused a major shrinking of our disposal program: additional funding has been requested to deal with the surplus. COMMENTARY - FY 1997 The same activities, responsibilities and concerns appear to face the division in FY 1997. Additional funding in the areas of staffing, and turf -maintenance are recommended in the budget, and is regarded as a critical need for the Division to fulfill its mission. Electricity has been estimated at a +3% RMLD planning factor, and staff clothing and boot allowances reflect the increase in the new contract. STAFFING 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 Permanent Staff 8 8 7 7 7 7 Additional Staff Requested I Seasonal Staff 2 -3 2 -3 2 -3 2 -3 Total FTE Staff Recommended 8 8 8 8 8. 9 123 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget Summary (Form A) Department Public Works Division: Parks & Forestry (313) Summary: H7&H8 Financing Plan: General Fund 276,940 268,421 293,002 355,600 348,356 348,356 Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals 276,940 268,421 293,002 355,600 348,356 348,356 124 Annual Adopted Town Finance, Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Budget (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Summa !y FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 Personal Services (Form B) 252,193 247,276 258,232 298,246 302,241 302,241 Nonpersonal Expenses. Purchase of Services (Form C) 12,520• 9,874 18,140 40,308 28,860 28,860 Supplies (Form D) 12,227 11,271 16,630 17,046 17,255 17,255 'Other Charges (Form E) Total Nonpersonal Expenses 24,747 21,145 34,770 57,354 46,115 46,115 Totals 276,940 268,421 .293,002 355,600 348,356 348,356 Financing Plan: General Fund 276,940 268,421 293,002 355,600 348,356 348,356 Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals 276,940 268,421 293,002 355,600 348,356 348,356 124 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Department Public Works Personal Services (Form B) Division: Packs & Forestry (313) - Summary. H7 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Personal Services (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Classification # FY -1995 FY -1995. # FY -1996 # FY -1997 # FY -1997 FY -1997 Salaries: 210,728 Supervisor 1.0 46,458 1.0 47,565 1.0 48,734 1.0 48,734 48,734 Working Foreman 2.0 61,178 2.0 62,707 2.0 65,643 2.0 65,643 65,643 Tree Climber 1 1.0 29,879 1.0 30,626 1.0 32,090 1.0 32,090 32,090 Tree Climber III 1.0 27,499 1.0 28,186 1.0 29,668 1.0 29,668 29,668 It -Med, Equip. Operator 1.0 28,063 1.0 28,765 1.0 • 30,190 1.0 30,190 30,190 Skilled Laborer 1.0 24,911 1.0 26,998 1.0 26,998 26,998 Semi - skilled Laborer 1.0 24,304 Seasonal laborer 1.3 20,482 18,412 1.3 20,994 1.3 21,519 1.3 22,057 22,057 Overtime 3,9171 16,061 4,0151 4,1151 4,218 4,218 Overtime- Compost 8,1821 8,3881 8,5981 8,813 8,813 Longevity 2,675 2,075 2,075 2,350 2,350 2,350 Grade Adjustments 1,480 1,480 1,480 (' Revisions \ . Pay & Class Underfund (444) 1.0 Tree Limber# 26,861 Ada! Psi*wnt X" mow Totals 8.3 252,193 247,276 8.3 258,232 9.3 298,246 8.3 302,241 302,241 18- Mar -96 125 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Purchase of Services (Form Q i Department Public Works Division: Parks & Forestry (313) Summary: H8 Uniform /Boots Electricity Pt impl&ush Dispasal Unifann18w& -Add. Lab. Turf Trea6nenl Totals 2,039 Annual 2,025 1,800 1,800 2,025 2,900 Adopted 2,400 Town Finance 2,475 Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Classification FY -1995 FY - 1995 ' FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 Contractual: 5,686 Stump /Brush Disposal 2,500 8,600 8,815 8,815 8,815 Stump Grinding 2,500 2,500 2,563 2,560 2,560 Chain Saw Repair . 820 840 861 885 885 Turf Treatment Police Details 2,000 1,404 2,000 2,050 2,100 2,100 Uniform /Boots Electricity Pt impl&ush Dispasal Unifann18w& -Add. Lab. Turf Trea6nenl Totals 11,185 338 10,000 12,520 9,874 18,140 40,308 28,860 28,860 126 18- Mar -96 03:42 PM 2,039 2,025 2,025 1,800 1,800 2,025 2,900 745 2,400 2,472 2,475 2,475 11,185 338 10,000 12,520 9,874 18,140 40,308 28,860 28,860 126 18- Mar -96 03:42 PM FY 1997 BUDGET NARRATIVE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS BUILDING MAINTENANCE DIVISION MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Building Maintenance Division is to provide a safe and healthy environment for the employees and residents of the Town of Reading in all public buildings, and to assure the continuing use of these facilities. The Division is responsible for operating and maintaining these buildings in the most efficient manner possible. Commentary - FY 1996 The Division consists of three (3) employees, and is supervised by the Supervisor of the F ighway/Vehicle Maintenance Division. , The Town has continued to benefit from the past decade's upgrading and/or constructing of new building facilities for the municipal functions. We have facilities that are structurally sound, with more economical heating and cooling systems, and with electrical systems current with modern use and lighting levels as required by function. With the passage of time, however, facilities age, and standards and code requirements change. This year, the Town had to address a re- vamped fire station vehicle exhaust system, upgrading of elevator controls for interlocks with the fire alarm system plus installing water system back flow preventers. One project now planned is a feasibility study for air make -up in the Town Hall, Main Street Fire Station and (possibly) the Library. The building maintenance staff, supplemented by contracted custodial services, has provided occupants -and visitors to the town Hall, Police Station, two Fire Stations, Library, and Senior Center with clean and safe facilities. Funding for maintenance of the Pearl Street School was removed from FY 96's budget. The delay in concluding transfer of this property has resulted in necessary expenditures to maintain this property totaling about $2,500 as of November. As a reference, in FY 95 cost of a reduced maintenance program was $22,439. Commentary -1997 In FY 1997, the use of contracted service will be continued, along with current funding requirements. A program of building service system maintenance and review (electrical, security, mechanical, etc.) will be continued. Short and long term capital improvement projects will be evaluated for these facilities, and implemented as funding priorities allows. Additional funding for a supervisor, a fourth custodian, correction of persistently under funded overtime and conduct of a feasibility study to identify requirements to meet fully ADA requirements has been separately requested but not funded pending the outcome of discussions regarding consolidated school and municipal building maintenance.. Electricity has been estimated at a +3 % RMLD planning factor, and staff clothing and boot allowances reflect the increase in the new contract. STAFFING 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 Custodial Staff 3 3 3 3 3 3 Requested Add 2 2 Total Staff Recommended 3 3 3 3 3 3 127 i C Town of Reading FY -1997 Budge Budget Summary (Form A) Budget Summary Personal Services (Form B) Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) Supplies (Form D) Other Charges (Form E) Total Nonpersonal Expenses Totals Financing Plan: General Fund Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Department Public Works .Division: Building Maintenance (080) Summary: H9 & H10 367,775 367,165 332,246 428,843 350,179 350,179 Totals 367.775 _ 3_67 165 3_32 246 428,843 350,179 350.179 18-Mar-96 128 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY - 1997 FY -1997. 82,282 82,182 72,471 146,326. 82,996 82,996 170,614 191,364 165,900 186,519 171,184 171,184 114,879 93,619 93,875 95,999 96,000 96,000 285,493 284,983 259,775 282,518 267P184 267,184 — 367.775 �367 165 �332 246 428,843. 350,179 3�50179 367,775 367,165 332,246 428,843 350,179 350,179 Totals 367.775 _ 3_67 165 3_32 246 428,843 350,179 350.179 18-Mar-96 128 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Department Public Works Personal Services (Form B) Division: Building Maintenance (080) Summary. H9 ( - Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Personal Services (Revised) Expenditures (Revised), Budget Recommended Recommended Classification # FY -1995 FY -1995 # FY -1996 FY -1997 # FY -1997 FY -1997 Salaries: 65,711 Lead Custodian 1.0 24,432 1.0 26,411 25,041 1.0 26,411 1.0 26,411 Custodian 2.0 39,090 2.0 39,979 2.0 47,101 2.0 47,101 47,101 Shift Ddferiential 835 835 835 835 835 Grade Adjustment 1,750 1,750 .1,750 Longevity 750 750 1,025 1,025 1,025 1,025 Overtime 5,455 15,721 5,591 5,731 5,874 5,874 Revisions 11,800 Stprnsw LO 36,&V f:0 21,673 Added Owfte 5,,m Totals 3.0 82.282 _82 182 3.0 72.471 5.0 146.326 3.0 82,996 82.996 18- Mar -96 („ 129 FY 1997 BUDGET NARRATIVE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS STREET LIGHTING Mission Statement The purpose of the Street Lighting Division is to provide a central account for the Town's cost -of street lighting. Commentary - FY 1996 The FY 1996 budget planned for a continuation of the reduced level of street lighting for the purpose of reducing expenses but did provide for some nominal growth in service resulting from additional development ( +1.0 1/o). As of November billing, the actual number of lights equaled 2,175 compared with a budget of 2,172. Commentary - FY 1997 The requested budget for FY 1996 allows for a 3.0% increase in electricity price (RMLD planning factor) and a 1% increase in lights from the November, 1995, actual. STREET LIGHTING 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 Number of Street Lights 2111 2139 2143 2160 2172 2197 130 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget Summar (Form A) Budget Summary Personal Services (Form B) Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) Supplies (Form C) Other Charges (Form C) Total Nonpersonal Expenses Totals Financing Plan: General Fund Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals Department Public Works Division: Street Lighting (325) Summery: H13 186,328 186,328 192,331 200,082 200,100 200,100 186,328 186,328 192,331 200,082 200,100 200,100 186,328 186,328 _ 102,331 200,082 200,100 200,100 186,328 186,328 192,331 200,082 200,100 200,100 131 18- Mar -96 03:48 PM I Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 186,328 186,328 192,331 200,082 200,100 200,100 186,328 186,328 192,331 200,082 200,100 200,100 186,328 186,328 192,331 200,082 200,100 200,100 186,328 186,328 _ 102,331 200,082 200,100 200,100 186,328 186,328 192,331 200,082 200,100 200,100 131 18- Mar -96 03:48 PM I Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget Summary (Form A) Budget Summary Personal Services (Form B) Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) Supplies (Form C) Other Charges (Form C) Total Nonpersonal Expenses Totals Financing Plan: General Fund Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Department Public Works Division:. Rubbish/Recycling (312) S umma :. H14 1,036,143 1,029,739 1,091,000 1,027,335 897,440 897,440 1,036,143 1,029,739 1,091,000 1,027,335 897,440 897,440 1,036,143 1,029,739 1,091,000 1,027,335 897,440 897,440 Totals 1,036,143 1,029,739 1,091,000 1,027,335 897,440 897,440 03:45 PM 18- Mar -96 132 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 1,036,143 1,029,739 1,091,000 1,027,335 897,440 897,440 1,036,143 1,029,739 1,091,000 1,027,335 897,440 897,440 1,036,143 1,029,739 1,091,000 1,027,335 897,440 897,440 1,036,143 1,029,739 1,091,000 1,027,335 897,440 897,440 Totals 1,036,143 1,029,739 1,091,000 1,027,335 897,440 897,440 03:45 PM 18- Mar -96 132 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Department: Public Works Nonaersonal Expenses (Form C) Division: Rubbish/Recycling (312) Summary: H14 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Classification FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 455,000 455,000 Pass Through Cost Purchase of Services: Collection 310,320 310,835 323,640 386,931 343,640 343,640 Disposal 255,208 246,303 528,080 418,140 455,000 455,000 Pass Through Cost 325,000 314,140 85,000 0 0 0 Professional Services 2,775 2,775 0 0 0 0 Recycling - Curbside 136,840 148,963 153,080 115,000 88,000 88,000 Recycling - Schools 723 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200 Brush Disposal 6,000 6,000 Pick up Mite GoodS 5,000 9,60 9,600 Rubbish Service -Apt''s 45,462 Rubbish Sefmw - Conchs 55,602 Totals 1,036,143 1,029,739 1,091,000 1,027,335 897,440 ___§97,440 Supplies: 18- Mar -96 03:45 PM 133 FY 1997 BUDGET NARRATIVE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS SNOWAND ICE CONTROL Mission Statement . The purpose of the Snow and Ice Control is to provide a central account for the town's, cost of snow and ice removal. Commentary - FY 1996 FY 1995 saw a significant easing of the severe winter weather patterns experienced during FY 1994. As a result, the Snow and Ice Budget, which had been increased to $175,000 from $110,000, was under run by $38,000. The FY 1996 budget appropriation increased the basic request by 1.5% to $177,614 as the Town addressed providing for an "average" year's cost of snow and ice removal. This budget allows for the funding of one (1) equivalent full time Town employee, plus overtime. The account also funds the cost of contracted equipment and operators, road sand and salt, and some equipment fuel. Additional funds maybe transferred into the account from reserves if weather conditions dictate, and excess funds mU transferred to other accounts if more moderate weather prevails. . Commentary - 1997 The proposed budget for 1997 requests an increase of 2.5 %0 over FY 1995, attaining a basic appropriation level of $182,055. This request seeks to continue progress towards basic funding of about $225,000. As in prior years, additional funds may be transferred into the account from reserves if weather conditions dictate, and excess funds may transferred to other accounts if more moderate weather prevails. STAFFING 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 Laborer (FTE) 1 1 1 1 1 1 134 i Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Department 'Public Works Budget Summary (Form A) Division: Snow & foe Removal (321) summary: H15 Annual Financing Plan: General Fund 137,000 136,935 177,614 182,055 182,058 182,058 Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals 137.000 136.935 177,614 182,055 182,058 182,058 18- Mar -96 03:47 PM 135 Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Budget (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Summary FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 $ $ $ $ $ $ Personal Services (Form B) 42,301 42,300 38,114 39,067 39,068 39,068 Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) 41,699 31,742 86,500 88,663 88;665 88,665 Supplies (Form C) 53,000 62,893 53,000 54,325 54,325 54,325 Other Charges (Form C) Total Nonpersonal Expenses 94,699 94,635 139,500 142,988 142,990 142,990 Totals 137,000 136,935 177,614 182,055 182,058 182,058 Financing Plan: General Fund 137,000 136,935 177,614 182,055 182,058 182,058 Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals 137.000 136.935 177,614 182,055 182,058 182,058 18- Mar -96 03:47 PM 135 FY 1997 BUDGET NARRATIVE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS CEMETERY DIVISION Mission Statement . The Cemetery Division's prime mission is to insure the Town of Reading's compliance with Chapter 114 of the Massachusetts General Laws by Providing burial space for all those citizens who die within its borders. the Cemetery Division strives not only to fulfill it's legal responsibilities but also to preserve the aesthetic quality of the Town's heritage by keeping these green spaces neat and attractive. Commentary - FY 1996 During FY 1996 'the Cemetery Division planted 26 shrubs and trees in the Charles Lawn Cemetery. The Division also started the initial phase of land clearing and filling at the new WOOD END CEMETERY. Commentary -1997 During FY 1997 development will continue at'WooD END CEMETERY. The Division plans to replace a small dump truck used for the internment process. REVENUES AND STAFFING 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 Fees $83,226 $75,569 $106,09 $107,572 $113,000 $113,000 Interest used $77,020 $77,000 $ 53,000 $ 66,883 $ 82,000 $ 88,389 Permanent Staff 5 5 5 5 5 5 Seasonal Staff 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.3 1.3 136 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget Summary (Form A) Department Public WOKS Division: Cemetery (481) Financing Plan: Summary: H16 & H17 General Fund 4,641 2,486 Annual 3,800 4,386 4,386 Water Fund Adopted Town Finance Sewer Fund Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Budget (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Summary FY - 1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY - 1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 Bequest Income 66,883 66,883 82,000 88,108 88,108 88,108 Personal Services 30,000 30,000 20,000 22,000 22,000 22,000 (Form B) 179,777 173,509 187,394 195,133 195,859 195,859 Totals 214,077 Nonpersonal Expenses: 215,869 .226,908 227,494 227,494 Purchase of Services (Form C) 1,550 1,964 1,550 2,050 2,050 2,050 Supplies (Form D) 32,750 31,468 26,925 27,725 27,585 27,585 Other Charges (Form E) 2,000 2,000 2,000 Total Nonpersonal Expenses 34,300 33,432 28,475 31,775 31,635 31,635 Totals 214,077 206,941 215,869 226,908 227,494 227,494 Financing Plan: 18- Mar -96 03:35 PM 137 t �r �r i General Fund 4,641 2,486 869 3,800 4,386 4,386 Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Fees 112,553 107,572 113,000 113,000 113,000 113,000 Bequest Income 66,883 66,883 82,000 88,108 88,108 88,108 Sale of Lots 30,000 30,000 20,000 22,000 22,000 22,000 Totals 214,077 206,941 215,869 .226,908 227,494 227,494 18- Mar -96 03:35 PM 137 t �r �r i Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Depaftent Pullft Works Personal Services (Form B) Division: Cemetery (481) Summary: H16 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Personal Services (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Classification # FY -1995 FY -1995 # FY -1996 # FY -1997 # FY -1997 FY -1997 Salaries: 142,680 Director 1.0 43,718 1.0 45,492 1.0 46,608 1.0 46,608 46,608 Crewaster 1.0 31,430 1.0 32,215 1.0 33,698 1.0 33,698 33,698 Hvy. Equip. Operator 1.0 29,889 1.0 30,336 1.0 31,090 1.0- 31,090 31,090 Sidlied Laborer 1.0 27,005 - 1.0 27,998 1.0 27,998 27,998 Semi- skilled Laborer 1.0 25,722 Laborer 1.0 21,569 1.0 23,714 1.0 25,409 1.0 25,409 25,409 Seasonal Laborer 1.3 22,973 24,980 1.3 22,973 1.3 23,547 1.3 24,136 24,136 Overtime 5,237 5,474 5,359 5,493 5,630 5,630 'Longevity 1,050 375 650 650 650 650 Grade Adustments 906 933 640 640 640 Revisions (4,000) $ $ Totals 6.3 179,777 173,509 6.3 187,394 6.3 195,133 6.3 195,859 195,859 18-Mar-96 03:35 PM 138 READING READING9 MASSACHUSETTS 1996-1997 Wm Tricwwo"L� Dennis Richard Foley Elizabeth Klepeis 0 116110 &3 139 Superintendent of School' Associate Superintendent Town Accounta ®t Town Treasurer PR O READING PUBLIC SCHOOLS Harry K. Harutunian, Ph.D. Superintendent Post Office Box 180 Reading, Massachusetts 01867 -0280 TO: Town Meeting Members FROM: Matthew Cummings DATE: 18 March 1996 TOPIC: Reading School Committee Approved Budget Readine School Committee Matthew Cummings, chair Susan Cavicchi, vice chair Roberta C. D'Antona Robert L. Spadafora, Jr. Thomas J. Stohlman Timothy R. Twomey The Reading School Committee acknowledges that this Approved Budget does not satisfy all the needs enumerated rated by. the community; however, it is based on reasonable needs of the Reading Public Schools for the 1996-1997 school year. This budget provides for the maintenance of existing levels .of services. The School Committee has been careful to make sure that the Recommended Budget reflects: • negotiated salary increases, • known increases in utilities and insurances, • inflationary rate increase, • enrollment increases, • the redistricting of Coolidge and Parker Middle Schools, and • realistic funding for Special Needs. The Reading School Committee's Budget for 1996-1997 requests $19,508,006 which represents an increase of $1,460,931 or a little more than 8% over the Annual Adopted Budget (Revised) for 1995-1996 of $18,047,075. As you know the Budget Council and Finance Committee have endorsed and will be recommending to Town Meeting that you approve our FY97 budget request. This budget represents a continued increase of the student population in the Reading Public Schools. The School Department projects that the Reading Public Schools will see a K-12 enrollment of approximately four thousand students in the fall of 1996. IN Town Meeting Members Reading School Committee's Recommended Budget 18 March 1996 Page 2 Guidelines: The administration used the following guidelines to develop this budget: • maintain reasonable pupil /teacher ratio in accordance with educational research, • redistrict elementary students to fully utilize the space provided among all elementary schools, • provide equal educational opportunities for all students, • maintain the middle school philosophy and structure, • maintain reasonable levels of service in all programs, • maintain a reasonable level of support services in all schools, • fund curriculum initiatives to allow textbook adoptions to proceed with predictability, • to begin implementing a three year program to redistrict the Coolidge and Parker Middle Schools. Taken as a whole, the effect of these measures is to continue to provide basic levels of service to our students. There is little room for unanticipated expenses such as those associated with a large building program, special education, residential placements, overruns in heat, C electricity, etc. As always, Special Education continues to be the largest area of unknown expense. Highlights: The initial budget requests received from the building principals and directors to the Superintendent of Schools recommended over $700,000 worth of new positions. This budget represents new positions costing $369,400. These positions, specifically identified, are necessary to implement redistricting; handle the increased enrollment in our schools; or address specific problem areas, i.e., larger class sizes. The cost of $369,400 represents the salary portion, benefits have been taken into account in the municipal sections.of the budget. The 1996 - 1997 Budget Highlights are in the following areas: Reading Memorial Part-time Science Teacher. High School Part-time English Teacher Part-time Social Studies Teacher 1.2 Full -time equivalency teacher total = $36,000 Assistant volleyball coach $ 1,600 C Freshman soccer coach $ 1,300 Vernal Pool Advisor (Differential) $ 1,500 141 Town Meeting Members Reading School Committee's Recommended Budget 18 March 1996 Page 3 Coolidge .5 Mathematics Teacher (Grade 6) $15,000 .5 Science Teacher (Grade 6) $15,000 .5 Social Studies Teacher (Grade 6) $15,000 Parker l English Teacher (Grade 6) 1 Math Teacher (Grade 6) 1 Science Teacher (Grade 6) 1 Social Studies Teacher (Grade 6) Teacher Total = $120,000 Barrows 1 Grade 5 Teacher $30,000 1 Educational Assistant (Grade 3) $12,000 Birch Meadow 2 Educational Assistants (Grade 4) $24,000 District -wide Positions 1 Custodian $24,000 1 Nurse $24,000 1 Technology Coordinator $50,000 It is also important to note that this budget reflects a $10.00 per -pupil increase for new textbooks. This includes at the elementary school the continued implementation at Grade 4 of the University of Chicago Math Series which was introduced in Grades K -3 over the past few years. Technology is a very high priority for the Reading Public Schools and to respond to that priority, a Technology Coordinator position has been recommended K -12 to begin addressing that issue. This individual will work in all seven schools as well as working with town officials to be sure that technology goes beyond the schools into the community. The School Committee in its Capital Improvement Plan has requested a portable classroom to house an additional fifth grade next year at the Barrows Elementary School. I would also want to note that our FYI 996 Medicaid reimbursement to the General Fund is up from an FYI 995 amount of $25,287 to a current six month amount of $54,474. 142 Town Meeting Members Reading School Committee's Recommended Budget 18 March 1996 Page 4 Summary: A reduction in this proposed budget will have serious impact on the most basic level of programs and services students receive in the Reading Public Schools. To further reduce the staff request, wages, textbook purchases and equipment purchases would seriously impact the schools as we know them today. Student enrollment is increasing and is anticipated to continue to rise steadily at least for several more years. The process of analyzing how the town and the school departmbnt can collaborate to find a means to provide the educational services that this community requires must continue. All options must be examined. The Reading School Department is prepared to discuss with Town Meeting members any questions they may have regarding our request. MC/dfw 143 Reading Public Schools Budget Summary Fiscal Year 1997 144 14- Mar -96 Annual School Adopted Committee Budget Actual Budget Recommended (Revised) FF-1 95 Expenditures FY -1� (Revised) FY_1996 Budget. FY -1997 Administration 459,612 420,490 522,594 613,293 Regular Day 11,429,740 11,364,455 12,019,419 12,789,465 Special Needs 2,878,691 2,996,268 3,299,535 3,877,021 Other School Services 447,850 . 433,074 438,474 501,256 Custodial / Maintenance 1,635,000 1,646,789 1,767,053 1,726,971 Totals 16,850,893 16,861,076 18,047,075 19,508,006 144 14- Mar -96 Reading Public Schools FY -1997 Budget iemgram: Administration Budget Summary (Form A) 13- Mar -96 145 Annual School Adopted Committee Budget Actual Budget Recommended Budget Detail on (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget mm ry Form FY _199,5 EY - 1995 FY -1996 EY - 1997 Personal Services B 309,130 246,428 277,942 307,976 Nonpersonal Expenses: Administration C 35,750 55,526 48,660 59,000 Professional development C 59,432 67,692 89,675 130,000 Utilities ' C 55,300 50,844 50,000 60,000 Retirement programs. C 56,317 56,317 Total Nonpersonal Expenses 150,482 174,062 244,652 305,317 Totals 459,612 420,490 522,594 613,293 13- Mar -96 145 Reading Public Schools ••- ft•C: 11 : Administrato '"tUt- i ► /!' •111 Totals 309,130 246,428 5.5 277,942 6.5 307,976 ' salary adjustments subject to negotiation 13- Mar -96 146 Annual School Adopted Committee Budget Actual Budget Recommended Personal Services (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Classification # FY .1 99,5 EY -1995 # 1=Y -1996 # FY -1997 Administration 145,900 157,819 2.0 153,891 2.0 160,047 ' Clerical 86,200 88,609 15 91,491 3.5 93,779 ' Overtime _ 3,000 Longevity 1,150 1,150 Unallocated 77,030 31,410 Technology coordinator 1.0 50,000 Totals 309,130 246,428 5.5 277,942 6.5 307,976 ' salary adjustments subject to negotiation 13- Mar -96 146 Reading Public Schools FY -1997 Budget Program: Administration Non al Ex�ses (Form 1 Annual School Adopted Committee Budget Actual Budget Recommended Code (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Administration FY -1995 EL 19995 FY- 1996 FY -1997 Maintenance of office equipment 5242 -000 5,000 9,000 Professional services 5300 -221, 1,000 6,578 1,000 1,000 Advertising 5301 -000 3,500 10,731 3,500 4,000 Medical services 5303-000 4,000 3,957 .4,500 6,000 Labor / special needs counsel 5304-000 10,000 16,692 17,000 15,000 Computer contract 5323 -000 1,000 1,000 Postage 5342 -000 2,200 2,619 2,800 3,000 Office supplies 5420 -000 5,030 5,916 6,200 8,000 Printing 5434 -M 1,500 3,019 3,000 4,000 In state travel 5710 -000 700 1,031 1,200 1,500 Automobile allowance 5715 -000 2,700 34 Dues and memberships: School committee 5730 -000 2,750 2,645 2,860 3,000 Administration 5730.221 870 1,678 1,500 3,000 Reference books 5733-000 500 626 100 500 Totals 35,750 55,526 48,660 59,000' Professional Development Professional development 5711 -000 24,432 23,178 39,675 75,000 Tuition reimbursement 5717 -000 35,000 44,514 50,000 55,000 $ $ $ $ Totals 59,432 67,692 8905 130,000 F,,.. Telephone 5341 -000 55,300 50,844 50,000 60,000 $ $ $ $ Totals 55,300 50,844 50,000 60,000 Retirement Programs Early retirement assessment 5671-000 56,317. 56,317 Totals 56,317 56,317 13- Mar -96 14.7 Program Regular Day •�' itli,► •fit Annual School Adopted Committee Budget Actual Budget Recommended Budget Detail on (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Summary Form FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1999§ F' - 199_7 Personal Services B 10,812,072 10,799,169 11,420,292 12,108,095 Nonpersonal Expenses: Instructional services: Principal office expenses C Instructional supplies C Understanding handicaps Instructional equipment (maintenance) D Textbooks D Library materials E Audio visual materials E Guidance E Instructional equipment (new) F Instructional equipment (replacement) F Other student services: Student transportation services Total Nonpersonal Expenses Totals 104,993 95,451 121,173 110,647 202,225 194,081 206,373 229,753 15,000 15,000 40,275 22,389 23,696 23,850 60,990 59,830 75,182 107,833 28,269 27,299 31,484 39,645 16,655 13,806 17,305 20,365 3,825 3,272 4,120 5,517 '24,821 23,782 23,499 27,870 74,615 70,436 23,795 35,890 61,000 54,940 57,500 65,000 617,668 565,286 599,127 681,370 11,429,740 11,364,455 12,019,419 12,789,465 148 13- Mar -96 1 own of H@adipg EY -1997 Personal ,services (Form Budget 61 P.MUM, Regular Day Annual School Adopted Committee Budget Actual Budget Recommended Personal Services (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget # pL-1995 EY - 1995 ,. # FY -1996 # FY -1997 S S S S Principal 11.0 678,525 656,182 11.0 696,234 11.0 718,640 ' Teachers 234.5 9,507,122 _ 9,471,031 240.9 10,044,672 240.9 10,379,555 Differentials 75,000 67,449 68,411 72,506 Substitute teachers 85,000 154,705 • 130,000 174,000 Educational assts. 251,400 250,009 21.8 255,890 21.8 262,288 Clerical - 11.0 225,826 229,743 11.0 232,298 11.0 238,106 Longevity 83,200 76,550 87,017 90,000 Sick leave buyback 24,000 23,770 4.0 24,000 Revenue offset (118,000) (106,500) (118,000) (118,000) Teachers 7.7 231,0011 Educational assts. . 3.0 36,000 S S S S Totals 256.5 10,812,072 10,799,169 284.7 11,420,292 299.4 12.108,095 ' salary adjustments subject to negotiation 13 -Mar-96 149 i Town of Reading FY -19W Budget Program: Regular Day Nonoersonal Exposes (Fuim CICI Annual School Adopted Committee Budget Actual Budget Recommended Code (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Principal Office Expenses FY -1995 EY 1995 EY - 19 FY -19.� Maintenance of office equipment 5242.000 29,130 30,126 20,750 21,822 Postage 5342 -000 5,821 6,218 6,310 7,050 Office supplies 5420-000 6,700 5,217 5,975 6,375 Computer supplies 5425 -000 6,250 5,647 9,700 7,450 Printing 5434-000 2,850 2,537 3,275 4,050 Professional development 5711 -000 47,532 36,424 66,495 54,500 Dues and membership 5730 4000 2,950 2,973 3,100 2,950 Other expenses 5780 -M 460 291 498 2,200 Awards 5783 -M 1,000 1,204 1,170 1,300 Graduation 5784000 2,300 2,782 2,500 2,500 Accreditation 53214M 100 Automobile allowance 5715 -000 2,032 Telephone 5341-000 1,300 450 $ $ $ $ Totals. 104,993 .95,451 121,173 110,647 Instructional Sup IM General 5511.000 57,700 53,626 53,143 66,423 .Art 5511 -231 20,500 19,860 21,450 25,155 Business education 5511 -249 6,095 7,554 6,500 6,500 Computers 5511 -253 4,850 3,984 5,900 11,185 Foreign language 5511 -235 _ 1,925 1,832 1,500 1,650 Home economics 5511 -251 2,710 1,495 2,400 3,300 Language arts 5511 -233 10,365 10,354 9,800 11,115 Mathematics 5511 -237 19,995 19,811 27,245 25,445 Music 5511 -239 6,490 6,094 5,710 6,730 Physical education 5511 -257 6,360 5,866 6,060 6,500 Reading 5511.241 22,400 25,302 23,750 21,350 Science 5511 -243 18,725 18,933 18,225 19,850 Social studies 5511 -245 6,620 5,610 8,415 9,400 Technical education 5511 -255 4,940 4,450 4,500 3,400 Project achieve (focus) 5511 -259 2,050 801 2,075 2,100 Field trips . 5511 -261 500 363 700 650 System wide testing 10,000 7,964 8,000 8,000 MCET contract 1,000 1,000 Bilingual education 5316-000 182 Totals 202,225 194,081 206,373 229,753 13 -Mar -96 150 � 1 Town of Reading FY -1997 8u�gg1 Nonaersonal Expenses (Form Ol Textbooks Annual School Adopted Committee Art 5515 -231 Budget Actual Budget Recommended Instructional Equipment Code (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget (Maintenance and Repair) # FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY - 1997 Foreign language 5515 -235 7,725 7,476 4,950 4,400 Art 5243 -231 550 428 550 850 Audio / visual 5243 -263 6,250 4,562 6,081 5,600 Business education 5243 -249 2,500 2,430 2,500 2,500 Computers 5243 -253 5,730 7,823 5,730 5,370 Foreign language 5243 -235 200 99 600 750 Home economics 5243 -251 850 1,000 850 850 Language arts 5243 -233 3,100 3,264 3,300 450 Mathematics 5243 -237 8,800 11,206 3,360 _ Media center 5243 -265 500 482 300 500 Music 5243 -239 4,250 3,728 4,450 4,880 Physical education 5243 -257 1,200 395 1,200 1,250 Reading 5243 -241 17,500 Science 5243 -243 1,350 1,208 1,350 1,100 Social studies 5243 -245 (337) Technical education 5243 -255 800 333 685 500 Undistributed (211) 16,295 59,830 75,182 107,833_ 40,275 22,389 23,696 23,850 Textbooks Art 5515 -231 200 Business education 5515 -249 700 823 720 1,000 Computers 5515 -253 500. Foreign language 5515 -235 7,725 7,476 4,950 4,400 Home economics 5515 -251 Language arts 5515 -233 .8,940 7,134 12,530 13,980 Mathematics 5515 -237 14,900 15,601 15,442 _ 16,375 Music 5515 -239 700 672 550 800 Physical education 5515 -257 200 99 600 750 Reading 5515 -241 7,000 5,106 10,100 6,848 Rebinds 5515 -271 3,100 3,264 3,300 3,600 Science 5515 -243 8,800 11,206 3,360 3,100 Social studies 5515 -245 8,500 8,686 6,130 16,190 Technical education 5515 -255 100 100 90 Project achieve (focus) 5515 -259 125 200 Undistributed 5515.000 17,500 New allocation 5515.000 40,000 Lost books (337) Totals 60,990 59,830 75,182 107,833_ 151 13 -Mar -96 Town of Ijeading FY - 1997 Budget Nonpersonal Expenses (Form E) Library Materials Prcgram; Regular Day Annual School Adopted Committee Budget Actual Budget Recommended Code (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget # FY -1995 FY - 1995 FY - 1996 FY - 1997 2,650 3,200 Books, magazines and periodicals 5517 -273 24,794 23,859 26,019 31,420 Computer materials 5517 -253 1,410 1,620 2,650 3,200 On line service 5517 -276 2,150 1,720 500 2,600 Rebinds 5517 -271 100 817 100 1,100 Supplies 5517 -267 1,965 1,820 2,215 2,425 Language arts 5519 -233 $ $ 400 $ Mathematics $ 175 Totals 1,300 28,269 27,299 31,484 39,645 Audio Visual Materials Art 5519 -231 200 300 Business education 55.19 -249 500. 551 500 500 Computers 5519 -253 2,150 1,720 2,800 2,600 Foreign language 5519 -235 790 817 900 1,100 Home economics 5519 -251 230 37 1,700 550 Language arts 5519 -233 590 603 400 700 Mathematics 5519 -237 175 165 1,300 800 Music 5519 -239 525 490 75 515 Physical education 5519 -257 150 158 150 200 Reading 5519 -241 300 467 300 350 Science 5519 -243 1,865 1,183 1,200 2,300 Social studies 5519 -245 3,680 3,113 3,800 4;250 Supplies 5519 -267 5,500 4,302 5,515 5,750 Technical education 5519 -255 200 200 165 300 Project achieve (focus) 5519 -259 150 $ $ $ $ Totals 16,655 13,806 17,305 20,365 CGuidance Audio visual 5521 -263 200 103 210 300 Books 5521 -273 1,650 1,443 1,700 2,350 Postage 5521 -279 500 500 510 550 Supplies 5521 -267 1,475 1,226 1,700 2,317 Totals 3',825 3,272 , 120 5,517 13- Mar -96 152 j. 1 C Town of Reading F`( -1927 R&M Pr lr r Regular Day t Nonoersonal Expenses (Form Fl Annual School Adopted Committee Budget Actual Budget Recommended Instructional Equipment Code (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget New # FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 Art 5853 -231 1,500 1,485 1,500 2,200 Audio visual 5853 -263 2,721 1,929 4,052 1,800 Business education 5853 -249 1,000 646 1,365 1,400. Computers 5853 -253 3,500 3,788 3,302 3,720 Foreign language 5853 -235 300 317 340 2,705 Home economics 5853 -251 Language arts 5853 -233 340 1,375 Library 5853 -265 2,050 2,050 1,900 1,550 Mathematics 5853 -237 750 749 1,200 3,185 Music 5853 -239 1,610 1,805 2,910 2,950 Physical educabon 5853- 257 770 478 600 685 Reading 5853 -241 1,900 Science 5853 -243 1,400 1,498 1,750 1,800 Social studies 5853 -245 1,350 1,054 840 3,000 Technical education 5853 -255 1,500 1,500 j� Photocopy equipment 5853-000 7,870 7,983 Totals 24,821 23,782 23,499 27,870 Instructional Equipment (Reolacemenll Art. 5858 -231 200 200 600 Audio visual 5858 -263 510 465 1,350 3,375 Business education 5858 -249 400 Computers 5858 -253 57,500 55,498 Foreign language 5858 -235 450 200 Home economics 5858 -251 400 Language arts 5858 -233 Library 585&265 395 376 875 1,300 Mathematics 585 &237 Music 5858 -239 130 65 1,650 Physical education 5858-257 250 1,830 Reading 585 8-241 Science 5858 -243 500 800 Social studies 5858 -245 1,000 2,110 Technical education 5858 -255 _ 800 Photocopy equipment 5343 -000 15,880 13,897 19,305 22,425 / $ $ $ $ Totals 74,615 70,436 23,795 35,890 13- Mar -96 153 Reading Public School FY -1997 ¢udoC Budget Summary (Form A) Budget Summary Personal Services Nonpersonal Expenses: Administration Itinerant services Textbooks and equipment Consultation and evaluation Transportation Tuition Total Nonpersonal Expenses Totals Pr r am Special Needs 1,257,140 1,322,812 1,498,889 1,962,152 2,878,691 2,996,268 3,299,535 3,877,021 (a) This amount does not reflect a projected shortfall that the School Committee will present to Town Meeting in the spring. The current projected shortfall is available upon request. 154 14- filar Annual Annual Adopted Adopted Budget Actual Budget Budget Detail on (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) (Revised) Form FY -_1995 FY -14995 FY -199 FY -1996 B 1,621,551 1,673,456 1,800,646 (a) 1,914,869 C 18,622 8,780 10,610 13,475 C 43,697 79,853 46,766 (a) 127,070 D 16,600 16,792 2,200 (a)' 29,000 D 40,000 57,613 47,000 (a) 68,000 D 439,221 466,358 384,300 (a) 532,233 D 699,000 693,416 1,008,013 (a) 1,192'1374 1,257,140 1,322,812 1,498,889 1,962,152 2,878,691 2,996,268 3,299,535 3,877,021 (a) This amount does not reflect a projected shortfall that the School Committee will present to Town Meeting in the spring. The current projected shortfall is available upon request. 154 14- filar l Reading Public School FY -1997 Budget Program: Special Needs Personal Services (Form BI Annual School Adopted Committee Budget Actual Budget Recommended Personal Services (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Classification # FY -1995 FY -1995 # FY - 1996 FY -1997 Director 64,776 59,353 1.0 62,331 1.0 65,000 (b) Teachers 920,000 929,099 28.2 1,071,256 (a) 28.2 1,152,919. Differentials Substitute Teachers 26,000 22,225 11,000 15,000 Nurse 18,000 9,552 16,000 18,000 Educational Assts 436,275 493,456 38.7 481,868 38.7 493,915 Tutors 97,400 107,824 6.8 104,452 6.8 107,064 (b) Home I Hospital 18,000 10,177 9,922 10,170 Clerical 39,600 39,970 2.0 40,781 2.0 41,801 Longevity 1,500 1,800 3,036 5,000 Sick leave buyback 1.0 6,000 Totals 1,621,551 1,673,456 76.7 1,800,646 77.7 1,914,869 (a) This amount does not reflect a projected shortfall that the School Committee Wil present to Town Meeting in the spring. The current projected shortfall is available upon request. (b) salary adjustments subject to negotiation 155 14- Mar -96 Reading Public School FY -1997 Budget Program: Special Needs Nonpersonal Expgngs (Form Q Administration Maintenance of office equipment Medicaid program Postage Office supplies Printing Professional development In state travel Travel reimbursement Tuition Dues and membership Other expenses Totals Itinerant services Physical theraphy Occupational theraphy Speech theraphy Vision services Deaf services Contracted services Occupational theraphy supplies Physical theraphy supplies Speech theraphy supplies Instructional supplies (schools) Audio visual expenses 5355 -000 32,000 5357 -000 Annual School 15,000 5373 -000 (a) Adopted Committee 5380-000 Budget Actual Budget Recommended Code (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) _ Budget ar FY -1995 FY -1995 FY - 1996 FY - 1997 2,000 2,000 6,196 7,216 14,670 5242 -000 2,000 941 1,500 1,000 5315 -000 2,529 2,529 3,500 5342 -000 950 337 950 650 5420 -000 3,293 1,689 3,500 3,200 5434 -000 760 188 500 500 5711 -000 400 508 660 1,500 5710 -000 500 489 600 400 5713 -000 2,200 1,523 .2,200 2,475 5717 -000 5,000 5730 -000 350 310 450 250 5780 - 000 640 266 250 18,622 8,780 10,610 13,475 5355 -000 32,000 5357 -000 5371 -000 15,000 5373 -000 (a) 5375 -000 5380-000 34,500 5427 -000 750 5428 -000 5429-000 1,500 5511 -000 9,150 5519-000 297 72,254 35,000 (a) 40,000 (a) 15,000 (a) 11,500 (a) 34,500 (a) 1,500 (a) 5,600 711 750 '1,000 1,500 1,000 413 2,000 2,000 6,196 7,216 14,670 279 300 300 Totals 43,697 79,853 46,766 127,070 a) This amount does not reflect a projected shortfall that the School Committee will present to Town Meeting in the spring. The current projected shortfall is available upon request 14- Mar -96 156 Reading Public School FY - 1997 Budget Program; SFeci:�i NeedF Nonpersonal Expenses (Form D) Totals 16,600 j 2,200 29,000 Annual School Adopted Committee Budget Actual Budget Recommended " Code (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Textbooks and E ui m n # FY 1995 FY - 1995 FY -1996 FY 1997 19,366 22,000 (a) $ $ $ $ Equipment 5858-000 10,600 10,907 2,200 (a) 29,000. Chair lifts 5865 -000 6,000 5,885 14- Mar -96 157 Totals 16,600 16,792 2,200 29,000 Consultation and evaluation $ $ $ $ Behavior consultants 5356 -000 15,000 19,366 22,000 (a) 28,000 ,Psychological exams 5358 -000 25,000 38,247 25,000 (a) 40,000 Totals 40,000 57,613 47,000 68,000 Transportation Transportation - public schools 5332 -000 195,000 205,006 164,600 (a) 187,193 Transportation - private schools 5333 -000 208,012 223,892 219,700 (a) 300,040 Transportation - nursing care 5339 -000 36,209 37,460 (a) 45,000 Totals 439,221 466,358 384,300 532,233 $ $ $ $ Tuition - public schools 5352 -000 110,500 103,797 179,947 203,634 Tuition - private schools 5353 -000 541,000 542,202 770,074 826,715 Collaboratives 5673 -000 47,500 47,417 57,992 (a) 162,025 Totals 699,000 693,416 1,008,013 1,192,374 (a) This amount does not reflect a projected shortfall that the School, Committee will present to Town Meeting in the spring. The current projected shortfall is available upon request 14- Mar -96 157 Reading Public Schools FY -1997 Budget Program: Other School �:srvices Budget Summary ( rm AJ Annual School Adopted Committee Budget Actual Budget Recommended Budget Detail on (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Summary Form FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 $ $ $ 5 Personal Services B 344,290 336,530 336,883 374,196 Nonpersonal Expenses: Health Services C 6,600 7,953 5,750 7,060 Athletic Services C 95,960 87,630 94,341 120,000 Other Student Activities C 1,000 961 1,500 Total Nonpersonal Expenses 103,560 _ 96,544 101,591 127,060 Totals 447,850 433,074 438,474 501,256 13- Mar -96 158 Town of Reading FY - 1997 Budget Program: Other School Services Personal Services (Form B) Annual School Adopted Committee Budget Actual Budget Recommended Personal Services (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Classification # FY -1995 FY -1 # FY -1996 # FY -1997 Health Services: Physician 8,500 6,295 9,824 7,000 Nurses 96,100 99,046 4.0 98,269 4.0 100,726 Clerical 8,300 7,111 0.5 7,136 0.5 7,315 Nurse 1.0 24,000 Athlectic Services: Director 38,590 36,045 0.7 37,735 0.7 38,679 Coaches 175,000 170,464 175,000 184,000 Clerical 8,300 7,089 0.5 7,136 0.5 7,315 Custodial 3,077 Budget Offset (Revenue) (20,000) (20,000) (25,000) (20,000) Other Student Activities: Extra Curricula 29,500 27,403 26,783 25,161 Totals 344,290 336,530 5.7 336,883 6.7 374,196 . salary adjustments subject to negotiation 13-Mar-96 159 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Program: Other School Services Nonoersonal Expenses (Form C� Annual School Adopted Committee Budget Actual Budget Recommended Code (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Health Services # FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 Postage 203- 5342 -000 _ 500 Office Supplies 203- 5420 -000 200 Medical Supplies 203 - 5451 -000 5,000 4,984 5,250 3,000 Professional Development 203 - 5711 -000 500 Dues and Membership 203 - 5730 -M 600 Other Expenses 203 - 5780 -000 35 Computer Equipment 203 - 5857-000 1,550 Vision Testing Equipment 203 - 5880 -000 1,600 1,419 1,450 Equipment 203 - 5853-000 500 775 Totals 6,600 7,953 5,750 7,060 Athletic Services Maintenance of Equipment 205 - 5241-000 6,092 6,043 4,892 5,500 _ Maintenance of Fields 205- 5246,000 4,000 Equipment Rental 205- 5271 -000 15,320 15,855 15,320 15,600 Transportation 205- 5330 -M 26,565 21,229 26,680 29,000 Athletic Officials 205 - 5361 -000 25,185 21,909 22,198 28,300 Crowd Monitors 205- 5363-000 3,650 2,035 3,650 3,900 Supplies 205 - 5400400 11,283 16,034 12,838 18,686 Medical Supplies 205 - 5451 -000 2,296 3,000 3,000 Dues and Memberships 205 - 5730400 430 1,552 1,587 1,787 Awards 205 - 5783 -000 2,108 614 1,298 2,393 Equipment 205 -5853 -000 3,031 2,359 2,878 7,834 _ Totals 95,960 87,630 94;341. _ 120,000 Other Student Activities Transportation - Band 1,000 961 1,500 Totals 1,000 961 1,500 13- Mar-96 160 � troaLam: Custodial Maintenance , Budget Summary (Form A) ' ( \ Annual School Adopted Committee Budget Actual Budget Recommended Budget Detail on (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Summa Form FY -1g95 FY-19{5 FY - 1996 FY -iggT Personal- Services B 726,700 735,411 858,944 829,057 Nonpomonal Heating of Buildings C 205,000 200,497 224,900 251.000 Utilities C 287.050 321.540 300.550 320.000 Maintenance ofBuildings C 331.008 310,002 298,144 270.934 Custodial Services C 50.300 38.038 37.440 55.980 Acquisition, improvement and replacement of fixed assets C 44,95O 38O � 47,075 ' Tota|Nnnpersonal Expenses- 908300 911,378 908109 D87Q14 . Totals 1.635,000 1,646,789 1,767,053 1,726,971 iE.15A�� 161 Reading. Public Sc;ioc s FY -1997 Budge Pro ram• Custodial / Maintenance Persona Services (Form 61 Annual School Adopted Committee Budget Actual Budget Recommended Personal Services (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Classification # FY -1995 FY -19, 95 # FY -1996 # FY - 1997 $ $ $ 5 Director 40,000 40,014 1.0. 40,005 1.0 41.006 ' Custodians 647,000 651,342 25.8 694,767 25.8 712,137 ' Custodians (temporary) 14,339 14,697 Clerical 14,200 14,451 0.6 14,333 0.6 14,692 Overtime — 45,000 40,387 50,000 43,750 Agency 10,500 9,217 10,500 10,775 Budget Offset (Revenue) (30,000) (20,000) (32,000) (32,000) Fiscal year 1995 retroactive 67,000 Custodian 1.0 24,000 Totals 726,700 735,411 27.4 858,944 28.4 829,057 salary adjustments subject to negotiation 162 14- Mar -96 Roading Public Schools FY _1997 Bu ' et Program: Custodial / Maintenance Nonoersonal ExExuses (Form C) l Annual School Adopted Committee Budget Actual Budget Recommended Code (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Heating of Buildings # FY - 1995 FY - 1995 FY - 1996 FY - 1997 Heating Oil 5212 -000 `200,000 196,657 203,000 201,000 Natural Gas 5213 -000 5,000 9,840 21,900 50,000 Totals 205,000 206,497 224,900 251,000 Utilities Water Supply/ Sewer-Disposal 5231 -000 45,000 47,199 44,850 45,000 Electricity 5211 -000 242,050 274,341 255,700 275,000 Totals 287,050 321,540 300,550 320,000 Maintenance of Buildings Maintenance of Buildings 5245 -000 317,000 305,913 294,144 266,059 Equipment Rentals 5271 -000 4,000 4,089 4,000 4,875 Totals 321,000 310,002 298,144 270,934 Custodial Services Custodial Supplies 5450 -000 45,000 .35,080 32;000 50,000 Clothing Allowance 5477 -000 4,000 3,959 4,140 4,680 In State Travel 5710 -000 800 800 800 Travel Reimbursement 5713 -000 500 500 500 Totals 50,300 39,039 37,440 55,980 Plant Acquisitions & Improvements Track Improvements 23,950 23,920 Replacement of Doors 10,000 10,380 Portable Relocation 5859 -000 41,075 Equipment / chair lifts 5865 -000 11,000 6,000 _ $ $ $ $ Totals 44,950 34,300 47,075 14- Mar -96 163 Fr' 66 Personnel by School Reading Public Schools 1995-1996 FTE District Funded Personnel by School 111.70 FIVIHS 48.05 Coolidge Middle School 42.85 Parker Middle School 34.55 Barrows Elementary School 46.5 - Birch Meadow Elementary School 43.35 Joshua Eaton Elementary School 55.4 Killam Elementary School 17.65 Districtwide 400. 111.70 FIVIHS 90.9 Middle School 179.80 Elementary School 17.65 Districtwide 400.1 District Total Reading Menwrial High School High School Certified 86.30 Middle School Certified 68.7 Elementary Certified 128.10 Districtwide Certified 4.7 Certified Total 287.8 High School Non - certified 25.4 Middle School Non-candied 22.2 Elementary Non - certified 51.7 Districtwide Non - certified 12.95 Non-Certified Total 112.3 I 1 Principal 2 Assistant Principals 61.7 Classroom Teachers 5 Special Education Teachers 2 Art 1 music 4.3 Physical EducatiorVHsafth 5 Guidance/Psychologist 1 Librarian / Media Specialist 0.5 Reading 1 A-V Specialist I Nurss, RWO 0.8 Speech / Language Codified 86.30 5 Secretaries & Clarke Non-certif led 25.4 I Special Education Tutors Total 111.70 4.6 Regular Educational Assistants 5.8 Special Education Assistants 9 Custodians 111.70 RMHS Total Coolidge Middle School I Principal 0.8 Assistant Principals 165 (1-3-96) FY 96 Personnel by School 22.3 Classroom Teachers 2 Special Education Teachers 1 Art I Music 0.5 Instrumental 2 Physical Education/Heafth 1.35 Guidance/Psychologist I Librarian / Media Specialist 1 Reading 0.5 Nurse Coolidge 0.4 Speech/ Language Certified 34.85 I Secretaries & Clerks Non - certified 13.2 0.9 Special Education Tutors Total 48.05 1.4 Regular Educational Assistants 7.9 Special Education Assistants 2 Custodians 48.06 Coolidge Total Parker Middle School 1 Principal 0.8 Assistant Principals 21.3 Classroom Teachers 2 Special Education Teachers 1 Art I Music 0.5 Instrumental 2 Physical Education/Health 1.35 Guidance/Psychologist 1 Librarian / Media Specialist 1 Reading 0.5 Nurse 0.4 Speech/ Language I Secretaries & Clerks 1.9 Special Education Tutors Parker Co"Iflied 3 3.8 5 Non - certified 9 Total 42.85 1.4 Regular Educational Assistants 2.7 Special Education Assistants Middle School 2 Custodians C4rtffled 68.7 Non-certified 22.2 142.85 Parker Total Middle School Total 90.9 Barrows Elementary School I Principal is Classroom Teachers .2 Special Education Teachers 0.4 Art 0.5 Music OAS Physical Education/Heanh 1 Guidance/Psychologist (1-3-96) 166 FY 96 Personnel by $shcf 1 Librarian / Media Specialist 1 Reading 0.5 Nurse 0.3 Occupational Therapy Barrows 0 , Speech/Language Certified 23.55 1 Secretaries 3 Clerks Non - certified 1 1 1.6 Special Education Tutors Total 34.55 3 Regular Educational Assistants 3.4 Special Education Assistants 2 Custodians C34.55 Barrows Total Birch Meadow Elementary School 1 Principal 24 Classroom Teachers 2 Special Education Teachers 0.6 Art 0.6 Music 1.2 Physical Education/Heakh 1 Guidance/Psychologist 1 Librarian / Media Specialist 1 Reading 0.5 Nurse 0.3 Occupational Therapy 1 Speech/Language 1 Secretaries & Clerks 0.7 Special Education Tutors 3.9 Regular. Educational Assistants 4.7 Special Education Assistants 2 Custodians 48.5 Birch Meadow Total Joshua Eaton Elementary School 1 Principal 21 Classroom Teachers 2 Special Education Teachers 0.8 Art 0.7 Music 1.05 Physical Education/Heafth 1 Guidance/Psychologist 1 Librarian / Media Specialist 1 Reading 0.5 Nurse 0.5 Occupational Therapy 1 Speech/Languago 1 Secretaries b Clerks 0.7_ Special Education Tutors 167 Birch Meadow CertHlad 34.2 Non - certif ied 12:3 Total 46.5 Joshua Eaton Certified 31.36 Non- cortifl*d 12 Total 43.35 (1 -3 -96) FY 96 Personnel by School 0.3 ESL Tutor 3.3 Regular Educational Assistants 4.7 Special Education Assistants 2 Custodians 43.35' Joshua Eaton Total 0.7 Music 1.4 Physical Education/Heafth Killam Elementary School 1 Principal 24 Classroom Teachers 3 Special Education Teachers 2 RISE Pro-School Teachers 0.9 Art 0.7 Music 1.4 Physical Education/Heafth t Guidance/Psychologist 1 Librarian / Media Specialist 1 Reading 0.5 Nurse 0.5 Occupational Therapy 2 Speech/Language 1 Secretaries & Clerks 110 R ular Educational Assistants Killam Ced flsd 39 Non- cortNied 16.4 Total 55.4 eg 9.5 Special Education Assistants Elementary School 2 Custodians CartHied 128.10 Non- certified 51.7 55.4 Killam Total Elements Total 179.80 Districtwide Certified 1 Superintendent 1 Associate Superintendent 1 PPS Director 1 Supervising Psychologist Districtwide 0.7 Athletic Director Certifled 4.7 Non - certified Non- certif led 12.95 0.1 Physician Total 17.65 1 Director of Maintenance 4 Maintenance 0.75 Malt / Delivery Secretaries & Clwu 0.8 Maintenance 2 Pupil Personnel 3.5 Administration (.5 Facilities Rental paid from revolving fund.) 1 Health / Athletic 17.65 Districtwide Total (1- 3--56) FY 96 Personnel by Position Reading Public Schools 1995.1996 1'3.96 FTE District Fuaft0l Personnel by Position DISTRICT TOTAL. 4 0 0.1 Superintendent 1 Associate Superintendent 1 Principals 7 Assistant Principals 3.6 PPS Director 1 Athletic Director o.7 Director of Maintenance 1 Administration Total 15.3 R*S 6,1.7 Coolidge 22.3 Parker 21.3 Barrows 15 Birch Meadow 24 Joshua Eaton 21 Kiliam 24 Classroom Teachers . Total 189.3 Learning Disabled 2 Integration Specialist 1 Pre -voc (SEEM) 2 Pre - School 2 Resource Room 13 Speech/ Language 5.6 Occupational Therapy 1.6 Supervising Psychologist 1 S oci if Education Total 28.2 RMI-6 2 Middle Schools 2 Elementary 2.5 Art Total 8.S Ff*G 1 Middle Schools 2 Elementary 2.5 Instumental Middle Schools 1 Music Total e. s P! 4.3 Parker 2 Coolidge 2 Elementa 4.5 Physical Education /M *aith Total 12.8 Ff" 5 Parker 1.35 Coolidge 1.35 Elementary 4 Quidence /P' cholo lst Total 11.7 (1 -3 -96) 169 FY 96 Personnel by Position FM-6 0.5 Middle School 2 Elementa . 4 Reading Total 6. S Administrative 3.5 Pupil Personnel 2 High School 3 Guidance 1 Proj. Achieve/ Asst Principal 1 Middle Schools 2 Elementary 4 Health 0.5 Athletics 0.5 Maintenance 0.6 Secretaries & Clerks Total 15.1 Nurses 4 FM-8 i \. Middle Schools 2.8 Elementa 3.3 SP. ED. E ESL Tutors Total 7.1 PAIS 4.6 Middle Schools 2.8 Elementary 14.1 Regular Ed. Assistants Total 21. =5 RMHS 5.8 Middle Schools 10.6 Elements 22.3 jSggale i Education Assistants Total 3A:i Maintenance 4.75 R" 9 CMS 2 iU 2 Elementary_ e Custodiane / Maintenance Total 2S.7S L.DISTRICT TOTAL 400.1 (1 -3 -96) 170 1 Reading Public Schools Enrollment Data Birch High Glade Barrows XadM EAM Kill= Coolid Packet School Totals Elementary Schools K 62 l 59 2 54 3 61 4 67 5 51 Total Elementary Schools _354 :Middle Schools 6 7 8 Total Middle Schools Higb School 9 10 11 12 Total High School 87 86 88 323 90 65 107 321 105 94 94 347 107 91 93 352 100 85 88 340 99 87 98 335 588 508 568 2,018 156 151 146 135 145 145 447 431 307 281 2"90 878 262 262 274 274 236 236 241 241 1,013 1,013 Special Needs 11 16 3 18 48 Totals 365 588 508 584 450 431 1,031 3,957 Current Eero1L ent Compared With Prior Yes 1995 19" Over Over 1 10/63/+)4 1324 14 23 129 Elementary Schools 2,018 1,966 52 1,927 91 Middle Schools 878 839 39 836 42 High School 1,013 1,005 8 951 62 Special Education 48 33 15 43 5 3,957 3,843 114 3,757 200 171 Reading Public Schools Reading, :Massachusetts Programmatic Budget Regular Learning Programs a r 13NIZON ,. * This is the number of enrollees in our "gubstantia ft se Ml 11 Special Education classrooms. Five hundred students receive part -time services under Individual Educational Plans developed by Special Education Core Evaluation Teams. Reading students who receive full-time Special Education services outside Reading are no counted on these enrollment charts. 172 EY1293 FY1224 FY1225 EX 1996 Projected FY192 Elementary Schools K -S 1847 1927 1966 2018 2033 Middle Schools 6-8 814 836 839 878 929 High:. School 9 -12 984 95t 1005 1013 1032 *Special Education 49 43 33 48 31 3594 3757 3843 3957 4025 * This is the number of enrollees in our "gubstantia ft se Ml 11 Special Education classrooms. Five hundred students receive part -time services under Individual Educational Plans developed by Special Education Core Evaluation Teams. Reading students who receive full-time Special Education services outside Reading are no counted on these enrollment charts. 172 Reading Public Schools Enrollment Data Actual (1987 to 1996) and Projected (1997 to 200 1) 3 2 1 i 0 1967 1996 1909 1990 1991 1992 1993 1996 1996 1996 199x1 1990 1990 1400 2001 RwW Year ® Elementary ® High School Fiscal Elementary Middle High YON Schools Schools &11� Totals 1987 1,563 799 1,301 3,663 1988 1,634 784 1,182 3,600 1989 1,652 805 1,096 3,553 1990' 1,685 800 1,026 3,511 1991 1,730 826 974 3,530 1992 1,776 820 1,002 3,598 .1993 1,847 814 984 3,645 1994 1,927 836 951 3,714 1995 1,966 839 1,005 3,810 1996 2,018 878 1,013 3,909 1997 2,033 929 1,032 3,994 1998 1,989 980 1,048 4,017 1999 1,967 1,049 1,062 4,078 2000 1,931 1,059 1,115 4,105 2001 1,928 1,041 1,157 4,126 173 a q• i L • a A • a s a o1� 0 `s 0 U N 6:p QR Pi N.0 N d 8 w e0 1"1 pv 0� N n0Or1aOP � NSA M40NO as n a00� An, is v, b C'. O 0. to � of `OI of 61 i I i NI i of 71, fh 7T011 A -11 iA II ` c� 174 x • "'> N 0% r'^I ° r+'f Al V9 N in M ViOOD cc ..... N N M O J � Y NO ®O�aO ® e•1N s r• 00� N ® ®Oa � OSeA•1N �nM °PPz 0UT Ol Viet W'+ N 9 Gj Pi r f* (4— r N M N 6:p QR Pi N.0 N d 8 w e0 1"1 pv 0� N n0Or1aOP � NSA M40NO as n a00� An, is v, b C'. O 0. to � of `OI of 61 i I i NI i of 71, fh 7T011 A -11 iA II ` c� 174 Town of Reading FY -1997 Bud 4eA Budget Summary (Porn A) Budget Summary Personal Services (Form B) Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form. C) Supplies (Form C) Other Charges (Form C) Total Nonpersonal Expenses Totals Financing Plan: Annual Adopted Budget Actual Budget (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 Department Debt Service Division: Debt Service # 710 Summary: K-1 Town Finance Proposed Manager Committee Budget Recommended Recommended FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 2,378,227 .2,378,026 2,443,816 2,872,006 2,872,006 2,877,506 2,378,227 2,378,026 2,443,816 2,872,006 2,872,006 2,877,506 2,378,227 2,378,026 2,443,816 2,872,006 2,872,006 2,877,506 18-Mar-96 175 General Fund 1,529,348 1,529,147 1,622,723 1,788,363 1,788,363 1,788,363 Water Fund 55,654 55,654 55,971 47,691 47,691 47,691 Sewer Fund 33,091 33,091 33,280 28,367 28,357 28,357 Electric Fund 760,134 760,134 731,842 1,002,095 1,002,095 1,002,095 Cemetery Fund 5,500 5,500 5,500 $ $ $ $ $ Totals 2,378,227 2,378,026 2,443,816 2,872,006 2,872,006 2,872,006 18-Mar-96 175 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget Summn (Form A) Budget Summary Personal Services (Form B) Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) Supplies (Form C) Other Charges (Form C) Total Nonpersonal Expenses Totals Financing Plan: General Fund Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals Annual Adopted Budget Actual Budget (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 Department: Employee Benefits Division: Contribubry Retrement#811 Summer L1 Town Finance Proposed Manager Committee Budget. Recommended Recommended FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 26,622 26,622 27,288 28,220 28,220 28,220 4,000 4,000 8,025 2,300 2,300 2,300 500 500 500 500 500 500 2,388,980 2,388,980 2,505,607 2,567,636 2,567,636 2,567,636 2,393,480 2,393,480 2,514,132 2,570,436 2,570,436 2,570,436 2,420,102 2,420,102 2,541,420 2,598,656 2,598,656 2,598,656 176 15- Mar -96 1,737,297 1,737,297 1,824,396 1,906,300 1,906,300 1,906,300 53,910 53,910 56,596 52,718 52,718 52,718 2,635 2,635 2,783 5,685 5,685 5,685 626,260 626,260 657,645 633,953 633,953 633,953 2,420,102 2,420,102 2,541,420 2,598,656 2,598,656 2,598,656 176 15- Mar -96 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budges Department: Employee Benefits Personal Services (Form B) Division: Contributory Reliirerrment #811 Summary: L1 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Personal Services (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Classification # FY -1995 FY -1995 it FY -1996 # FY -1997 # FY -1997 FY -1997 Executive Secretary 1.0 26,622 26,622 1.0 27,288 1.0 28,220 1.0 28,220 28,220 Totals $ $ $ $ $ $ 1.0 26,622 26,622 1.0 27,288 1.0 28,220 1.0 28,220 28,220 177 15-Mar-96 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budge# Budget Summmy (Form A) Department Employee Benefits Division: Noncontributory Pensions #813 Summary: 12 Financing Plan: General Fund 115,039 102,968 88,822 88,823 88,823 88,823 Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund 28,568 28,568 28,568 24,582 24,582 24,582 Totals 143,607 131,536 117,390 113,405 113,405 113,405 15- Mar -96 178 C Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Budget (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Summary FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 Personal Services (Form B) Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) Supplies (Form C) Other Charges (Form C) 143,607 131,536 117,390 113,405 113,405 113,405 Total Nonpersonal Expenses 143,607 131,536 117,390 113,405 113,405 113,405 Totals 143,607 131,536 117,390 113,405 113,405 113,405 Financing Plan: General Fund 115,039 102,968 88,822 88,823 88,823 88,823 Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund 28,568 28,568 28,568 24,582 24,582 24,582 Totals 143,607 131,536 117,390 113,405 113,405 113,405 15- Mar -96 178 C Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget Summo (Form A) Department EMPLOYEE BENEFIT Division: Unemployment #815 Summary:. L3 Financing Plan: General Fund . 25,169 23,681 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals 25,169 23,681 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 15- Mar -96 179 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Budget (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Summary FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 Personal Services (Form B) Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) 25,169 23,681 20,000 " 20,000 20,000 20,000 Supplies (Form C) Other Charges (Form C) Total Nonpersonal Expenses 25,169 23,681 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 Totals i 25,169 23,681 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 Financing Plan: General Fund . 25,169 23,681 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals 25,169 23,681 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 15- Mar -96 179 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget Summmy (Form A) Budget Summary Personal Services (Form B) Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) Supplies (Form C) Other Charges (Form C) Total Nonpersonal Expenses Totals Financing Plan: General Fund Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Annual Adopted Budget Actual Budget (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 Department Employee Benefits Division: Health & t.ife Ins. # 817 Summary: L -4 Town Finance Proposed Manager Committee Budget Recommended Recommended FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 $ $ $ 2,988,138 2,948,945 2,932,122 2,941,628 2,916,628 .2,916,628 2,988,138 2,948,945 2,932,122 2,941,628 2,916,628 2,916,628 2,988,138 2,948,945 2,932,122 2,941,628 2,916,628 2,916,628 Totals 2,988,138 2,948,945 2,932,122 2,941,628 2,916,628 2,916,628 15- Mar -96 2,482,073 2,429,950 2,431,110 2,431,521 2,406,521 2,406,521 66,557 66,557 76,450 80,272 80,272 .80,272 22,389 22,389 22,389 23,509 23,509 23,509 417,119 430,049 402,173 406,326 406,326 406,326 Totals 2,988,138 2,948,945 2,932,122 2,941,628 2,916,628 2,916,628 15- Mar -96 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget Summary (Form A) Budget Summary Personal Services (Form B) Nonpersonal Expenses:. Purchase of Services (Form C) Supplies (Form C) Other Charges (Form C) Total Nonpersonal Expenses Totals C! Financing Plan: General Fund Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals Budget (Revised) FY -1995 $ 256,666 Employee Benefits Medicare/ Soc.Sec. # 815 Town Finance Department: Committee Recommended Division: FY -1997 FY - 1997. Summary 266,035 Annual 266,035 3,238 Adopted 3,335 Actual Budget Proposed Expenditures (Revised) Budget FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 32,343 32,343 27,493 34,000 34,000 34,000 239,326 262,493 303,800 Employee Benefits Medicare/ Soc.Sec. # 815 Town Finance Manager Committee Recommended Recommended FY -1997 FY - 1997. 231,329 266,035 303,800 303,800 256,666 239,326 262,493 303,800 303,800 303,800 256,666 239,326 262,493 303,800 303,800 303,800 256,666 239,326 262,493 303,800 303,800 303,800 1.81 15- Mar -96 220,759 203,419 231,329 266,035 266,035 266,035 3,238 3,238 3,335 3,420 3,420 3,420 326 326 336 345 345 345 32,343 32,343 27,493 34,000 34,000 34,000 256,666 239,326 262,493 303,800 303,800 303,800 1.81 15- Mar -96 FY 1997 BUDGET NARRATIVE EMPLOYEE BENEFITS C WORKER'S COMPENSATION MISSION STATEMENT: 'The Mission of the Worker's Compensation Program is to provide a cost effective manner of meeting the Town's statutory obligation of providing benefits in the case of injury on duty claims for all employees of the Town except for sworn Police Officers and Firefighters. COMMENTARY - FY 1996: During Fiscal Year 1996, the Worker's Compensation Program changed from a self insured program, with uncertain and escalating costs, to a program of fully insured Worker's Compensation with the pooled MIIA program. The result has been a decrease in costs on an annual . basis, and there will eventually be a return of the .remaining assets of the Worker's Compensation Trust fund which was established to fund the self insured program, once all outstanding claims from the self insured program have been met. CO1b NMNTARY - FY 1997: FY 1997 will be the second year of the fully insured program. The Town will attempt to settle out remaining self insured claims in order to be able to release the funds from the Worker's Compensation Trust Fund. There will be a continued focus on customer service, and on containing costs. 182 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budge Budget Summmy (Form A) Budget Summary Personal Services (Form B) Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) Supplies (Form C) Other Charges (Form C) Total Nonpersonal Expenses Totals Financing Plan: General Fund Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals Budget (Revised) FY -1995 415,984 Department EMPLOYEE BENEFIT Division: Workers Compensation #821 Summ@-Q(. L6 Annual Adopted Town Finance Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Expenditures (Revised) . Budget Recommended Recommended FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 415,984 415,984 333,871 333,871 333,871 415,984 415,984 415,984 333,871 333,871 333,871 415,984 415,984 415,984 333,871 333,871 333,871 300,000 300,000 300,000 237,316 237,316 237,316 41,412 41,412 41,412 19,765 19,765 19,765 11,752 11,752 11,752 74,572 74,572 74,572 65,038 65,038 65,038 415,984 415,984 415,984 333,871 333,871 333,871 183 15-Mar-96 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget Summe (Form A) Budget Summary Personal Services (Form B) Nonpersonal Expenses: Purchase of Services (Form C) Supplies (Form C) Other Charges (Form C) Total Nonpersonal Expenses Totals Financing Plan: General Fund Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Totals Department EMPLOYEE BENEFIT Division: Policefire Indem. #131 Summary: U Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997. 24,500 24,337 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 24,500 24,337 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 $ $ $ $ $ $ 24,500 24,337 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 24,500 24,337 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 24,500 24,337 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 184 15- Mar -96 �I W Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget Summmy.form A) Budget Summgy Personal Services (Form B) Nonpersonal Expenses: Employee Benefits (Form �C) Supplies & Services (Form D) Other Charges (Form E) Total Nonpersonal Expenses Totals Financing Plan: General Fund Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Water Reserve Totals Department Division: summgp,E Public Works Water (61-400 &405) IVII, M2, M3 160,418 165,117 Annual 156,175 156,175 156,175 722,555 693,264 Adopted 782,747 Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 516,991 511,609 510,647 562,923 562,923 562,923 160,418 165,117 177,896 156,175 156,175 156,175 722,555 693,264 753,916 782,747 795,240 795,240 55,654 55,654 55,971 47,690 47,690 47,690 938,627 914,035 987,783 986,612 999,105 999,105 1,455,618 1,425,644 1,498,430 1,549,535 1,562,028 1,562,028 1,355,618 1,325,644 1,045,430 1,402,367 1,414,860 1,414,860 100,000 100,000 453,000 147,168 147,168 147,168 1,455,618 1,425,644 1,498,430 1,549,535 1,562,028 1,562,028 185 19-Mar-96 Town of Reading _FY -. 1997 Budget DYSMuLnn Tiea#WntPknt 10,000 5,000 Department: 10,000 5,6160 Public Works 0.6 10,000 0.6 Personal Services (Form B) 10,6160 Division: Water (61400&405) Summary: M1 C Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Personal Services (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Classification # FY -1995 FY -1995 # FY -1996 # FY -1997 # FY -1997 FY -1997 WTP Supervisor 1.0 45,539 1.0 46,625 1.0 47,774 1.0 47,774 47,774 Chief Treat. Plant Op. 1.0 38,190 1.0 38,190 38,190 Treat. Pft. Oper. IV 1.0 34,614 2.0 70,960 2.0 74,876 2.0 74,876 74,876 Treat. PH. Oper. III 2.0 '64,729 2.0 66,347 1.0 34,995 1.0 34,995 34,995 Treat. PH. Oper. It 1.0 30,247 Overtime (below) 28,000 28,700 28,700 28,700 Grade Adjustments 145 145 145 Shift Differiential 2,440 2,545 2,545 2,545 TOTAL SALARIES 431,110 Total Overtime 46,214 77,096 Water Supervisor (1/2) 0.5 22,770 0.5 23,313 0.5 23,887 0.5 23,887 23,887 Foreman 1.0 34,964 1.0 35,827 1.0 37,373 1.0 37,373 37,373 Working Foreman 2.0 61,176 2.0 62,706 2.0 65,642 2.0 65,642 65,642 Hvy. Equip. Oper. 1.0 29,879 1.0 30,626 1.0 32,090 1.0 32,090 32,090 Lt.-Mad. Equip. Op. 2.0 56,125 2.0 57,528 2.0 61,550 2.0 61,550 61,550 1 Skilled Laborer 1.0 27,499 1'0 28,186 1.0 29,668 1.0 29,668 29,668 Semiskilled Lab. 1 A 24,912 Laborer 2.0 45,994 1.0 24,151 2.0 48,857 2.0 48,857 48,857 Clerk (1/2) 0.5 10,075 0.5 10,327 0.5 10,434 0.5 10,434 10,434 Snow & Ice Rem" (23,444) (24,151) (23,448) (23,448) (23,448) Seasonal Laborer Overtime (above) 15,336 1 15,826 1 15,826 15,825 On -call Premium 4,264 / 4,264/ 4,264 4,264 Longevity 4,900 3,403 3,250 3,825 3,825 3,825 Grade Adjustments 730 730 730 Revisions 34,000 Pay /CI Not Funded (8,280) OrrelffitB' DYSMuLnn Tiea#WntPknt 10,000 5,000 10,000 5,000 10,000 5,6160 seasonal Staff(m) 0.6 10,000 0.6 10,0010 10,6160 Totals 15.0 516,991 511,609 150 510,647 15.6 562,923 15.6 562,923 562,923 19-Mar-96 186 1 Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Budget Summary (Form A) Budget Summary Personal Services (Form B) Nonpersonal Expenses: Employee Benefits (Form C) Supplies & Services (Form D) Other Charges (Form E) Total Nonpersonal Expenses Totals Financing Pc) Ian: General Fund Water Fund Sewer Fund Electric Fund Sewer Reserve Totals Annual Adopted Budget Actual Budget (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) FY -1995 FY -1995 FY -1996 Department Public Works Division: Sewer (62 -430) Summary: N1, N2, N4 154,389 154,055 162,255 163,661 163,661 163,661 20,656 Town Finance Proposed Manager Committee Budget Recommended Recommended FY -1997 FY -1997 FY -1997 33,091 33,091 32,779 154,389 154,055 162,255 163,661 163,661 163,661 20,656 31,200 25,508 41,291 41,291 41,291 2,704,020 2,653,860 2,477,567 2,482,995 2,491,304 2,491,304 33,091 33,091 32,779 28,357 86,837 86,837 2,757,767 2,718,151 2,535,854 2,552,643 2,619,432 2,619,432 2,912,156 2,872,206 2,698,109 2,716,305 2,783,093 2,783,093. 2,812,156 2,772,206 2,526,270 2,263,305 2,330,093 2,330,093 100,000 100,000 171,839 453,000 453,000 453,000 2,912,156 2,872,206 2,698,109 2,716,305 2,783,093 2,783,093 187 19- Mar -96 10:14 AM Town of Reading FY -1997 Budget Department Public Works Personal Services (Form B) Division: Sewer (624130) Summary: N1 Annual Adopted Town Finance Budget Actual Budget Proposed Manager Committee Personal Services (Revised) Expenditures (Revised) Budget Recommended Recommended Classification # FY -1995 FY -1995 # FY -1996 # FY -1997 # FY -1997 FY -1997 Salaries: 136,313 Supervisor (112) 0.5 22,770 0.5 23,313 0.5 23,887 0.5 23,887 23,887 Working Foreman 1.0 30,588 1.0 31,353 1.0 32,821 1.0 32,821 32,821 Hvy. Equip. Oper. 1.0 29,879 1.0 30,626 1.0 32,090 1.0 32,090 32,090 Lt.-Med. Equip. Oper. Skilled Laborer 1.0 27,499 1.0 28,186 1.0 26,998 1.0 26,998 26,998 Semi - skilled Laborer 1.0 24,912 Laborer 1.0 22,550 1.0 23,448 1.0 23,448 23,448 Clerk (1/2) 0.5 10,075 0.5 10,327 0.5 10,434 0.5 10,434 10,434 Snow & Ice Removal _ Overtime 9,8351 16,679 10,081 1 10,3861 10,386 10,386 On -ca►.l Premium 2,1321 2,1321 2,1321 2,132 2,132 Longevity 1,525 1,072 1,325 1,325 1,325 1,325 Grade Adjustments 140 140 140 \_ Revisions Pay /Class Not Funded (2,464) Totals 5.0 154,389 154,055 5.0 162,255 5.0 163,661 5.0 163,661 163,661 19- Mar -96 10:13 AM C. :: TOWN MANAGER FAX: (617) 942 -9070 (617) 942 -9043 FY 1997 - FY 2006 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM TOWN OF READING, MASSACHUSETTS The attached FY 1997 - FY 2006 Capital Improvement Program and the Financing Plan is submitted for the review and approval of Town Meeting. This is the fourth year the development and submission of the long term ten year Capital Improvements Plan for the community, and each year the process and program has improved. This Program has been reviewed by the Board of Selectmen, the .School Committee, the RMLD Board, and has been recommended for approval by the Finance Committee and the Capital Improvement Advisory Subcommittee. The approval by Town Meeting of the Capital Improvement Program does not appropriate any funds for the program. However, no capital expenses can be made by the Town without the project being included in the Capital Program. Line Items included in the Capital Improvements Program for FY 1997, which are followed by an A, are also included in the FY 1997 Budget in the "K" section. This is the manner of implementation for such projects. Additionally, special articles for the Town Meeting Warrant may be used to implement some of the programs particularly those followed by a "D" and some of those followed by a "G ". Title Basic Guidelines and Assumptions: The Capital Improvement Program has been based on a number of guidelines and assumptions which have been developed over the past four years. These include the following: ® 6.53% of the total operating revenue of the Town, plus amounts being reimbursed from SBAB for school building projects and amounts being reimbursed by the cemetery for cemetery development projects, is devoted to the upkeep, renewal and enhancement of the capital plant of the community. This 6.53% includes both debt service and annual operating expenses for capital projects. • As a general rule, projects costing less than $100,000 will be paid for in cash or short term notes rather than through bonding. ® As a general rule, projects will not be bonded for more than ten years except for major projects such as the Parker Middle School project, the Birch Meadow and Joshua Eaton projects, and the water treatment plant project. 189 + The Capital Improvement Program is dependent upon use .of sale of real estate funds: An analysis of the current status of sale of real estate funds and its use as-projected is included; �. at the end of the blue pages of this book. + The Financing Plan is a guideline, and' it " may be modified from. time to time as' circumstances require. For example, it appears that the' climate is excellent right now for'; selling debt, and the Town is evaluating selling debt for the high school roof, Birch Meadow and Joshua Eaton renovation, and school boilers project this summer. 'If this is'done, it will require additional .funding in the FY 1997 budget through the `sale of real'' estate fund. Depending upon the rate of interest; the advantage to the Town could be significant - plus or minus $500,000 over the life of the bond. FY 1996 - Capital Projects Status The Town funded in FY 1996 slightly over $800,000 of capital projects. The following is a status of those projects: FN2 - Replaced data processing equipment - Completed. + LB 1 - Library Computers - This project is in progress currently and is related to the new, children's desk at the public library. • PSF8 Replace Ambulance The ambulance was delivered in February, 1.996. • PSF18 - Replace Fire Department Turn-Out Gear - This project was completed within budget, and these are the new "uniforms that the Fire Department is.wearing. • PWB2 = Reconstruct Library Parking Lot - This project is on hold. • PWB9 Remodel Police Station - Plans are being developed currently for a location and design of such a building.. It is proposed that thisproiect be done in FY 1997 in the amount of $3.5 million. • PWB I I - Building Improvements - Some of these improvements have been done - painting of the west side Fire Station. Additional improvements will be done this spring. • PWB 12 Exhaust System Fire Stations The vehicle exhaust system has been installed in both Fire Stations and is operating well. • PWB13 - Design and Construction Systems -Fire Station, Town Hall, and Library - The RFP for consultants will be advertised in April, 1996. • PWP3 - Field Court Playground Reconstruction - This project was primarily completed last fall and finishing touches will be done this spring. Washington Park and ,a portion of Joshua. Eaton fields were completed • PWE4, 7, 10, 16 - Four pieces of equipment in the Public Works Department, were replaced including the very popular sidewalk snow blower. • PWR1 - South Street and Upper Pearl Street have been reconstructed, both will require completion of the work this spring. Design work bri Lowell and Salem Street'is completed and the project should be bid this summer. Design'work on Summer Avenue from Brook to Main Street and on Walnut Street is being undertaken currently. ® PWR3 - Drainage Improvements.- The drainage structure on Haverhill Street at the North ' Reading line was replaced this winter. Saugus River drainage basin design work will be done this summer. 190 ® PWR6 - Sidewalk Construction This project has been largely completed in the King Street, Hancock Street, Mineral Street area. Additional work will be completed in the spring. • PWR7 - Curb Construction - This work related to sidewalk improvement has been largely completed and additional work will be done this spring. • PWL1 - Landfill Closure - Town Meeting appropriated funds from the "RESCO pass through costs refund" in the fall and a RFP has been developed. • Nine school projects were included in the Capital Program. Some technology has been purchased for the Coolidge Middle School. The remainder of the projects are on hold awaiting final disposition of Town Meeting and addressing the school budget shortfall. • PWS2 - Sewer Main Reconstruction - Walkers Brook Drive and Eaton Street are both on Town Meeting Warrant this April for approval. • PWW2 Water Treatment Plan - Improvements are underway and should be bid this spring. • PWW7- Power Supply Replacement is being done in conjunction with the School Department electrician. • PWW7 - Storage Tank Repair and Repainting will be underway this year. • PWW8 - Water Treatment Plant residuals removal is an ongoing process. Summary of Recommendations - FY 1997 Most of the projects are self explanatory in nature. The following is a summary by department: • Community Development Department -. This project will purchase open space land in accordance with Article 11 on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. A grant will be sought for 62% of the project and this will acquire a vital piece of open space in the Town. • Finance Department - This project will establish a local area network within the Town Hall and within the Library to be able to interlink computer systems. • Human Services Department - The replacement of the Elder Services van is postponed until the FY 1998. The Department of Public Works which maintains this vehicle indicates that it will hold up for another year. • Library Department - Continuing purchase of Library computers for public access, as well . as Library furnishings, will be done this year. • Public Safety Department - Fire - The department will replace the pick -up truck and replace badly needed radios. The current radios are 1970's vintage and are low frequency. The replacement will be a high frequency radio system. • Public Safety - Police - The Police Department will be replacing the breathalyzer, beginning a two year radio replacement program and purchasing data processing equipment and software to supplement the current system. • DPW Buildings The Police Station reconstruction will be on the warrant for next fall or next spring. This project will be done as a debt project, without need for an override. Building improvements include replacement of major elements including carpeting, repainting, etc. in Town building. In addition, work on the air systems of the Fire Department, Town Hall and; Library will be started in FY 1997. • DPW Parks and Forestry - A parks development program is proposed for FY 1997 which would require selling of debt. Although the Financing Plan assumes that there will be no grants, the Town will try to secure funding for portions of this project and offset part of the 191 costs. Additionally, the Pitman Bike Path will be funded through the states `open space bond issue. The Town may need to come with 20% funding for this project, but we may be able to use in kind services as part of that 20 % matching fund. The Shade Tree Nursery will be funded on an every other year basis. • DPW Equipment - Several pieces of equipment are proposed to be purchased this year. 'In addition, project PWE25 is a flexible account that is established under the direction of the Town Manager. Funds from this account can be used to purchase auction or surplus equipment or supplies that are consistent with the Capital Improvement Program. For example, if a pick up truck is available at auction for $6,000 and is included in the Capital Improvement Program over the next couple of years, the Town would go ahead and acquire that pick up truck and then remove that-project from the Capital Program -for futume years. • Public Works Streets and Roads - A number of projects are funded through grants: The primary grant source is Chapter 90 funding for local roads. However, the`.Lowelt and Salem Street grant is a separate one, as is the Lincoln Street grant including the depot parking lot. The Town will continue to do general drainage improvements at a modest level, and will continue with its curb and sidewalk program. PWR13 is an optical sensing system for traffic signals that will allow emergency equipment to trip, the signal in the direction that the emergency equipment is headed but without interfering with,other signals. This is a multi -year program with.the first phase being to. equip signals in the Square, and to equip all fire equipment. Additionally, project PWR14 for. downtown parking improvements is related to Article 8 on the Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting. • School Department' Two debt, projects - boiler and burner replacement, and classroom technology equipment are included as Articles 14 and 15 on the' Annual Warrant. The �. remainder of the projects are self - explanatory. The portable classroom will, at the Barrows School. • Public' Works Sewer The Town will continue its efforts` to reduce infiltration, and do sewer main construction on Washington Street and Orange Street.. Additionally, there is one pick up truck to be replaced: • Public Works Water - Ongoing improvements to the water treatment plant, repair and painting of the Bear Hill water storage tank, and water main reconstruction on several' local streets will be done in FY 1997. • Light Department - This project for distribution system improvements is being designed and may be ready for implementation in FY 1997 or FY 1998. Financing Plan The Financing Plan for the Capital Improvement Program is/important. The plan depends on: • use of all available sale of real estate funds, • a proposition 2 1/2 override in approximately 1999 for renovation of the Reading Memorial High School, and • a proposition 2 1/2 override to fund the difference between reconstructing an outdoor 'pool in 1999 and enclosing a pool at the same time. The Capital Improvements Program is very tightly financed and, although there is some flexibility, the flexibility is somewhat limited. 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