HomeMy WebLinkAboutDecember 11, 1986 COW Committee of the Whole Meeting
December 11, 1986
A Special Committee of the Whole Meeting was called to order
at 6 : 10 p.m. Members present : Councilmen Andersen, Gilliam,
Moylan, Shales , Van De Voorde, Waters and Mayor Verbic. Absent :
None .
Review of the proposed 1987 budget material.
The City Manager reviewed with the Council the Revenue Fund, General
Fund, and the following departmental budgets :
Mayor, Council and City Clerk.
City Manager
Purchasing
Personnel
Legal
Human Relations Commission
Economic Development Commission - Edward Kelly and Frank Pratt
reviewed the 1985 and 1986 economical development accomplishments.
Mr. Kelly requested a 5% increase for a total of $35 ,175 . The
main reason for the increase is a 30% jump in health and dental
premiums , and rent which includes dthe impact of moving to new
quarters plus remodeling.
Convention and Visitors Bureau Diane Ramsey- gave a 1985-86 progress
report and a 1986-87 marketing plan. Mrs. Ramsey requested a
budget of $60 , 500 for 1987 .
Elgin Heritage Commission - Heather Hunt , Chairman of this Commission
reviewed a request for an additional $6 , 700 for this Commission,
which represents three new programs , a plaquing program, landmark
program, and surveying and planning. The total request would amount
to $9 , 000 .
Greater Downtown Elgin Commission - Mark Herzog reviewed the
Commissions budget . Several Council members questions the amount
appropriated for Christmas decorations.
Adjournment
Councilman Andersen made a motion, seconded by Councilman Gilliam
to adjourn the meeting. Yeas : Councilmen Andersen, Gilliam, Moylan,
Shales , Van De Voorde , Waters and Mayor Verbic. Nays : None.
Marie Yearm , City Clerk