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This was offset by eliminating a Field Superintendent position. The net cost of the four (4) additional <br />positions is $225,520. The budget as proposed does not contain any rate increases. However, a rate <br />study is currently underway and results will be brought to the Board for consideration prior to the <br />beginning of the new fiscal year. <br />Staff is also currently reviewing responses to a Request for Proposals (RFP) to implement an AMI meter <br />program. This is a long-term investment in technology to remotely read meters, improve customer <br />service, better identify system water loss due to leaks or line breaks, and identify faulty meters. i <br />GIS/Computer Services Fund <br />The total proposed budget for the GIS/Computer Services Fund is $2,128,515, reflecting an increase of <br />$352,636 or 19.9%. <br />The budget reflects a net increase of 2.5 positions at a cost of $178,985. These include a Cybersecupty <br />Technician position, a GIS analyst to meet the growing demand for additional mapping and layers of GIS <br />data, and an additional 0.5 Staff Assistant II position previously shared with Procurement. In addition, <br />there is $75,000 budgeted for a computer replacement program and $20,000 budgeted for a more secure <br />wireless network that is consistent with the cybersecurity recommendations to make the organization <br />more resilient against cyberattacks. <br />Prospective View <br />The growth in population, as evidenced by building permit activity and new construction levels, is a <br />testament to the various amenities that exist in Indian River County. The lower cost of living relative to <br />many Florida counties is certainly a factor in many relocation decisions. Maintaining the small town <br />atmosphere, while expanding services and infrastructure to meet the growing population, is a challenge <br />that we must all address as a governmental body. As noted previously, the potential $3 million impact of <br />Amendment 1 would add another challenge that must be overcome in the subsequent year's budget. <br />The proposed FY 18/19 budget has been developed with an eye toward addressing the potential loss of <br />revenue from Amendment 1 in FY 19/20. <br />The preceding is intended to provide the Board with a general overview of the most significant changes in <br />the proposed budget. A more detailed explanation will be provided during the workshop sessions. <br />Respkctfully submi ed <br />Jas n E. rown <br />CouhtvAdministrator <br />17 <br />