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CITY OF SAN LEANDRO MEMORANDUM DATE: August 30, 2006 TO: Finance Committee VIA: John Jermanis, City Manager FROM: Jesse Baloca, Finance Directg~~ SUBJECT: Recommendation on the Use of FY 2006-07 Reserves and the Restoration of Positions and Community Activities As directed by the City Council during the FY 2006-07 Budget Adoption process, Staff is bringing forward proposed budget amendments that include the restoration of certain General Fund City services and programs for Finance Committee review and recommendation. The following needs have been identified as a Council priority and are recommended for Finance Committee approval: School Resource Officer (SRO) -Currently, two SRO positions are funded through the City's General Fund. One SRO is stationed at the San Leandro High School while the other SRO rotates between the two middle schools. The proposed budget amendment of $160k will provide a third SRO and increase the number of budgeted Sworn Officers positions from 90 to 91. Cherry Festival - In FY 2003-04, the Cherry Festival had a net cost of approximately $57k ($43k in revenues were used to offset the overall cost of $ l OOk). For FY 2006-07, staff and the Recreation & Parks Commission are recommending aone-day festival and a proposed budget of $90k, which excludes any revenues that may offset the overall cost. Sunda~Library Service -The cost of opening the Main Library for four hours (12prn to 4pm) on Sunday's is estimated at approximate $63k annually. The estimate includes afull-time Librarian, three part-time positions, security, and utilities. Community-Based Organizations -The FY 2006-07 budget includes $342,500 for community assistance funding and $25k for various community benefits. Although the General Funds contribution remains the same as FY 2005-06, overall funding decreased by $41,500 (CDBG $12,500 and gun tax $29k). As a result, staff is proposing a FY 2006-07 budget amendment of $41,500 for Community Assistance funding. In addition to the above, staff is also proposing that $36k be added to support the cost of holiday lighting and decorations for the Civic Center and downtown areas. The preliminary cost estimate includes installation, takedown and storage for the following: