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Home My WebLink About8.a. Natural Resources Coordinator Improvement Packageg. a. Shakopee Parks and Recreation 2011 Budget Impr®vement Package Instructions -for any improvement that results in an increase of $5, 000 or more, the following information should be provided: Projectlimprovement: Natural Resources 0661 Natural Resources Coordinator Prepared by: Jamie Polley, Director of Parks, Recreation & Natural Resources Improvement Description: In November 2o0s the Natural Resources Coordinator left the City for another employment opportunity. The position has remained vacant. Staff is requesting to fill this vacancy with afull- time Natural Resources Coordinator. Description of Need: The City has made a large commitment to managing and protecting the City's natural resources. Many tasks that are important to managing and protecting the City's natural resources are completed with less knowledge and resources with the absence of this position. The Parks, Recreation & Natural Resources Director spends approximately 20% of her time on natural resource related tasks and responsibilities. The time commitment and limited abilities has impacted natural resource projects as well as recreation management. Costs: All costs to support the improvement (include salary, benefits, training, equipment, and any nthPr costs)_ Please identify costs t)v item: Budget Code Item Cost 0661-6002 Full Time Wa es $67,027 0661 Benefits (Approximate) $15,000 0661 Additional Expenses (Conference, Travel, Telephone, Operatin Supplies, etc) $2,200 TOTAL $$4,227 Anticipated Revenue/Existing Funds: Anticipated additional revenue as a result of the improvement. Please identify additional revenue by item: Providing natural resources programming could generate revenue however filling the position would provide a much needed service to the community and would eliminate the need to pay consultants for expert information. Impact on City Service Levels by Funding the Improvement: The City would be able to manage the urban forestry and natural resources in house using an employee who could communicate directly with the community. This employee is familiar with the goals and objectives of the City and is able to implement the City's vision in all projects. The City would also reduce costs of hiring consultants to complete the natural resources reviews and management.