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CITY OF TAMARAC
CITY COMMISSION BUDGET WORKSHOP MEETING
THURSDAY, JULY 15, 1999
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Schreiber called the workshop to order on Thursda, July 15,
1999, at 2:35 p.m. in Conference Room #1 of Tamarac City Hall, 7525 NW 88"Avenue,
Tamarac, Florida.
PRESENT: Mayor Joe Schreiber, Vice Mayor Larry Mishkin, Commissioner Edward C.
Portner, Commissioner Karen L. Roberts and Commissioner Marc L. Sultanof.
ALSO PRESENT: Robert S. Noe, Jr., City Manager, Mitchell S. Kraft, City Attorney, Tim
Hemstreet, Assistant City Manager and Carol Gold, City Clerk.
SOCIAL SERVICES BUDGET: Social Services Coordinator Stadlen presented
an overview of her department siting accomplishments, goals and performance
measures. Ms. Stadlen explained her program modifications relevant to the
requested needs assessment and an Information and Referral Specialist
position. The program modification on the Transportation Program was
presented and there was lengthy discussion with Commissioners about this
issue. There was an expression of interest that this program should commence
as soon as possible.
RISK MANAGEMENT BUDGET: Risk Manager Sredzinski explained his
departmental budget. He spoke of the department's mission, goals and the
request for a consultant to produce a City safety manual. There was discussion
of replacing the Safety Coordinator position.
UTILITIES BUDGET: Utilities Director Woika presented his budget, giving an
overview of the department's structure, goals, major projects and necessary
capital outlays. He discussed program modifications including the demolition of
two buildings, the apprentice program and request for a Project Engineer
position. Mr. Woika stated that he plans for six capital projects.
Vice Mayor Mishkin requested reconsideration of a proposed window treatment
for the Commission Chambers. Mayor Schreiber said it was a waste of money.
Other Commissioners favored consideration.
Commissioner Roberts asked if matching funds were slated for the five Police
Officers partially funded through a grant. Mr. Ralston said the money was
budgeted.
ADJOURN: Mayor Schreiber adjourned the meeting at 4:25 p.m.
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Carol , CMC/AAE
City Clerk
07/16/99