Budget Committee Chair Don Harris and Council President Ken Sanchez sponsor a floor amendment to the Mayor's proposed budget that balances the City's general fund while minimizing the impact of wage decreases and maintains the current level of essential services. This resolution also includes the intent of the proposed public safety wage decreases to be realized by using unpaid holidays through an MOU in a City Council Statement of Intent . The IAFF Local 244 Executive Board has been working diligently in trying to achieve an MOU with the Administration since April 15, 2010, but were unsuccessful. We have continued to work hand in hand with City Councilors in addressing our current budget shortfall. This resolution focuses on economic issues and does impact other provisions in our Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Please refer to the attached resolution, specifically: Section 13. Statement of City Council Desire   (pgs. 18 & 19)

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