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LOCAL GOVERNMENTAL REVIEW COMMISSION
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
APRIL 25, 1995
7:35 P.M.
MEMBERS PRESENT: OTHERS PRESENT:
Steve Cosner, chairman Don Hackmann
Joe Bradley Jim Flisrand
Bud Johnson
Ron Marshall
Steve Cosner opened the public hearing as had been
advertised in the Laurel Outlook. Since no one appeared the
public hearing was closed.
Minutes of the March 28, 1995, meeting were read and
approved. Ron Marshall reported the expenditure of $15.75,
to the National Civic League for a booklet on Model City
Charters
Jim Flisrand. Public Works Director, for the City of
Laurel, gave an overview of his Department and the areas he
deals with. He stated the he supervises a total Budget of
2,300,000 with 18.9% of that money coming from Public Revenue.
He stated that his biggest concerns with his job are
Environmental Regulation, Solid Waste Rules and Regulations,
Sewer Treatment quality being questioned, and new Storm Treatment
policies on the horizon.
He spoke of incremental salary increases, employee benefits,
and equipment replacement as major budgetary concerns of his
department. He mentioned that he is also concerned about
maintaining a better level of service with decreased monies.
His main goals are to create a public awareness of the
Public Utilities Department and address all the environmental
concerns that will be forthcoming.
At present he indicated that he is working on monthly and
yearly work schedules for better organization.
Next Jim reported his involvement in building code
inspections. He recommended that the City's building and fire
inspection positions be combined for better efficiency.
Discussion was held on the creation of special utility districts
to help with city finances.
Commission discussed agenda for next meeting on May 9,
1995. Don Hackmann will give a presentation.
Respectfully submitted,
Steve Cosner, chairman