Board of Commissioners Budget Work Session
The board meeting focused on the presentation of the Fiscal Year 2017 proposed budget for the Department of Community Services. The Community Budget Advisory Committee presented their recommendations, emphasizing the importance of management assistant and land use planner positions to enhance customer service, as well as support for animal services, including shelter reconfigurations and increased staffing. The committee also advocated for funding for a voter education and outreach specialist to promote equity, a new position in the office of research and evaluation to improve efficiency, and the installation of rapid flashing beacons to increase safety for school children. Additionally, officials discussed budget requirements for the upcoming presidential election, noting the need for increased support functions such as security, traffic maintenance, and temporary staffing.