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Facilities director asks for two positions, proposes lease/vehicle changes and fairgrounds supplemental pay
Summary
Facilities director Casey asked the court to consider two new county positions (a mail/vinyl clerk and a shop/tech), reviewed vehicle-lease options to reduce capital expense, and proposed a $2,000 annual supplemental pay for the fairgrounds clerk who handles weekend bookings.
Casey, presenting the facilities budget, told commissioners he tried to trim line items while maintaining service levels and said vehicle purchases and ending leases remain a significant cost driver. He said buying in bulk to save on repairs and stock items is hampered by storage constraints.
To free janitorial staff used for signage and fairgrounds duties, Casey asked the court to create two positions: a mail/vinyl clerk (tech) and a shop technician to keep lawn crews focused on core duties. He said the fairgrounds grew bookings and revenue and asked for a $2,000 annual supplemental pay for the staff member who handles weekend operations and renting responsibilities.
Casey also said the county is evaluating lease-versus-buy options for vehicles and will coordinate with purchasing to reduce the net cost; he urged commissioners to consider shifting some vehicle costs into operating leases to spread payments in the next budget year. Commissioners requested documentation to support the new positions and additional cost estimates before a decision.
