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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 12 Budget Committee AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY Meeting Date: 4/19/2021 Meeting Type: Regular Meeting Staff Contact/Dept.: Neil Obringer/Finance Staff Phone No: 541-736-1032 Estimated Time: 10 Minutes S P R I N G F I E L D C I T Y C O U N C I L Council Goals: Provide Financially Responsible and Innovative Government Services ITEM TITLE: BUDGET COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS ACTION REQUESTED: Appoint Darlene Raisch (Ward 3) and Steven Schmunk (Ward 4) to the Budget Committee with terms expiring December 31, 2023. ISSUE STATEMENT: Applicants are being sought to represent Wards 3 and 4 on the City’s Budget Committee due to vacancies resulting from a former Committee member being elected to the City Council and the other member completing two consecutive terms. Both applicants would be appointed to a three year term to expire December 31, 2023. ATTACHMENTS: Attachment 1 – Ward 3 Darlene Raisch Application Attachment 2 – Ward 4 Steven Schmunk Application DISCUSSION/ FINANCIAL IMPACT: On April 12th, the City Council interviewed five applicants for the Budget Committee vacancies in Wards 3 and 4. After discussion, the Council asked that Darlene Raisch’s name be brought back to Council in regular session for formal appointment to the Ward 3 vacancy and that Steven Schmunk’s name be brought back for formal appointment to the Ward 4 vacancy. Steven Schmunk is a resident of Ward 6 and though the Budget Committee Charge describes appointments by Ward, this is not a requirement of State Law and the Council may choose to appoint any individual from the list of applicants interviewed on April 12th. The City’s charge for the Budget Committee states as a qualifier that the Committee shall consist of 6 members from the Council and 6 citizens by Ward (Citizen members may not be officers, agents or employees of the City, per ORS 294.336(4). Application for a City of Springfield Citizen Advisory Board/Commission/Committee For more information please call the City Manager’s Office 541.726.3700 Return this application to the City Manager’s Office, 225 Fifth Street, Springfield Oregon 97477 Printed on Recycled Paper City Manager’s Office • 225 Fifth Street • Springfield, OR 97477 PLEASE NOTE: x When possible, council will not appoint people currently serving on another governing body to the Planning Commission or Budget Committee. x When appointing people to any of the other city boards, commissions or committees, the Council shall take into account whether that person is being reappointed for a subsequent term, is currently serving on another governing body or currently appointed to another city board, commission or committee. x When possible, the Council will appoint people to serve on one City board, commission or committee only. Board / Commission / Committee applying for: (A separate application must be completed for each board / commission / committee) Name: First Middle Initial Last Home addr Street City Zip Mailing address: Street City Zip Day Ph Evening ph Email Address: Preferred Form of Contact: Do you live within the Springfield city limits? Yes If yes, how long? No If no, do you live inside Springfield’s Urban Growth Boundary? Ward number (City residents only): Yes No Are you a Springfield property owner? Yes No Are you a Springfield business owner? Yes No Are you a registered voter? Yes No Occupation: Place of employment/School: Business address: Education: Are you currently serving on any other board, committee, or commission? If so, please list them here: How did you hear about the above vacancy? Newspaper ad Newspaper article Radio/TV Mail notice Word of mouth Board/Commission/Committee member Internet (Over, please) Received 02/15/2021 10:56 p.m. RFG Budget Committee - City Darlene R Raish Springfield 97477 Springfield 97477 Day Phone ✔12 1/2 years 3 ✔ ✔ ✔ Retired Thurston Senior High and Oregon State University Bachelor of Science, Div. Health, Physical Ed & Recreation no ✔ Attachment 2, Page 1 of 2 Application for a City of Springfield Citizen Advisory Board/Commission/Committee For more information please call the City Manager’s Office 541.726.3700 Return this application to the City Manager’s Office, 225 Fifth Street, Springfield Oregon 97477 Printed on Recycled Paper Please print or type: 1. What experiences / training / qualifications do you have for this particular board / commission / committee? 2. What specific contribution do you hope to make? 3. Briefly describe your involvement in relevant community groups and activities. (Lack of previous involvement will not necessarily disqualify you from consideration.) 4. What community topics concern you that relate to this board / commission / committee? Why do you want to become a member? 5. Most boards / commissions / committees meet monthly. Subcommittees may meet more frequently. Meetings generally last one and one-half hours.It is highly recommended you attend a meeting before submitting the application.Please read the news release for this position which contains the normal dates and times for these meetings and can be found at KWWSVZZZVSULQJILHOGRUJRYFLW\QHZVURRP. Are you available to attend meetings on the dates listed for this committee? Yes No Comments: I certify the information in this application and attachments are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that false or misleading statements or missing information is cause for rejection of application, removal of name from eligible list, or dismissal from the position. I hereby waive my rights to claims or damages against any employer and the City of Springfield, its officers, agents, and employees, in regard to this exchange of information. I hereby authorize to permit the City of Springfield and/or the Springfield Police Department to review my background information and if required my DMV records. I have reviewed the Advisory and meet the minimum requirements to serve/volunteer in the desired position. I also authorize to permit any materials listed above to be copied and retained by the City of Springfield. I authorize the use of my photograph. I will defend, indemnify and hold harmless the City of Springfield, its officers, employees, and agents from and against all liability or loss and against any and all claims, actions, causes of actions, proceedings or appeals based upon or arising out of or arising from or in connection with my conduct or performance as a volunteer with the City of Springfield including but not limited damage or injury to persons or property and including without limitation attorney fees and expenses; except for losses, claims or actions resulting from the sole negligence of the City of Springfield. Applicant Signature: Date: Maintained fiscal oversight of a small recreation department. Responsible for an annual budget in excess of $2M. Approved and consolidated annual operating budgets from activitiy managers. Reviewed monthly financial statements for accuracy. Monitored budget execution of subordinate managers taking corrective action when necessary. Implemented the new Navy-wide SAP accounting program. Trained managers on how to track income, purchaes, vendors and budget execution. Served on Willamalane Park & Recreation Budget Committee 2015-2019. I believe I have knowledge of the budgeting process and could be a liaison between the city and the residents of Ward 3. Since I am retired, I have the time to invest in furthering the goals and work of the Budget Committee. I am dedicated to maintaining the quality of life in Springfield and working with other concerned citizens. Serve as treasurer for local chapter and state National Association of Active & Retired Federal Employees (NARFE). Secretary and past president of Rubicon Society. I am concerned that the City is being fiscally responsible to its citizens in how it manages its resources. I would like to be involved in the review process and offer concerns in the formation and execution of the City's budget. I would like to help prioritize projects to be funded. 15 Feb 2021 Attachment 2, Page 2 of 2 Application for a City of Springfield Citizen Advisory Board/Commission/Committee Springfield Oregon 97477 Printed on Recycled Paper City Manager Office 225 Fifth Street Springfield, OR 97477 PLEASE NOTE: When possible, council will not appoint people currently serving on another governing body to the Planning Commission or Budget Committee. When appointing people to any of the other city boards, commissions or committees, the Council shall take into account whether that person is being reappointed for a subsequent term, is currently serving on another governing body or currently appointed to another city board, commission or committee. When possible, the Council will appoint people to serve on one City board, commission or committee only. Board / Commission / Committee applying for: (A separate application must be completed for each board / commission / committee) Name: First Middle Initial Last Home address: Street City Zip Mailing address: Street City Zip Day Phone: Evening phone: Email Address: Preferred Form of Contact: Do you live within the Springfield city limits? Yes If yes, how long? No Urban Growth Boundary? Ward number (City residents only): Yes No Are you a Springfield property owner? Yes No Are you a Springfield business owner? Yes No Are you a registered voter? Yes No Occupation: Place of employment/School: Business address: Education: Are you currently serving on any other board, committee, or commission? If so, please list them here: How did you hear about the above vacancy? Newspaper ad Newspaper article Radio/TV Mail notice Word of mouth Board/Commission/Committee member Internet (Over, please) Budget Committee - City Steven P Schmunk Springfield 97478 Same Day Phone 38 years 6 Retired Retired from SecureCom, Inc. A low voltage Retired from SecureCom, Inc. A low voltage electrical contractor and alarm monitoring company. 1940 Don Street, Suite 100, Springfield 97477 BS University of Oregon No Attachment 6, Page 1 of 2 Application for a City of Springfield Citizen Advisory Board/Commission/Committee Springfield Oregon 97477 Printed on Recycled Paper Please print or type: 1. What experiences / training / qualifications do you have for this particular board / commission / committee? 2. What specific contribution do you hope to make? 3. Briefly describe your involvement in relevant community groups and activities. (Lack of previous involvement will not necessarily disqualify you from consideration.) 4. What community topics concern you that relate to this board / commission / committee? Why do you want to become a member? 5. Most boards / commissions / committees meet monthly. Subcommittees may meet more frequently. Meetings generally last one and one-half hours.It is highly recommended you attend a meeting before submitting the application.Please read the news release for this position which contains the normal dates and times for these meetings and can be found at . Are you available to attend meetings on the dates listed for this committee? Yes No Comments: I certify the information in this application and attachments are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that false or misleading statements or missing information is cause for rejection of application, removal of name from eligible list, or dismissal from the position. I hereby waive my rights to claims or damages against any employer and the City of Springfield, its officers, agents, and employees, in regard to this exchange of information. I hereby authorize to permit the City of Springfield and/or the Springfield Police Department to review my background information and if required my DMV records. I have reviewed the Advisory and meet the minimum requirements to serve/volunteer in the desired position. I also authorize to permit any materials listed above to be copied and retained by the City of Springfield. I authorize the use of my photograph. I will defend, indemnify and hold harmless the City of Springfield, its officers, employees, and agents from and against all liability or loss and against any and all claims, actions, causes of actions, proceedings or appeals based upon or arising out of or arising from or in connection with my conduct or performance as a volunteer with the City of Springfield including but not limited damage or injury to persons or property and including without limitation attorney fees and expenses; except for losses, claims or actions resulting from the sole negligence of the City of Springfield. Applicant Signature: Date: Owned and managed businesses in Springfield for over 50 years. My businesses had from 30 to 60 employees. Annual revenue up to $10 Million. I am familiar with government accounting vs business accounting. Business as in government has to make strategic decisions. I have experience in the process of setting goals and working to achieve those goals while adjusting to challenges and road blocks to achieving intended goal. Bring a different perspective to city challenges. Help me understand city operations so I can help inform my family/friends/neighbors. Served on Springfield School District budget committee 2011-1015. 1) Concerned with the city's ability to help vulnerable citizens while balancing the need for taxation and regulation. Attachment 6, Page 2 of 2