Ensure capital facilities are properly maintained . The Department of Emergency Services will add a new Maintenance Specialist. The Department of Public Works will be adding a Roads Operations Superintendent. In addition, since the recycling program is scheduled to double in FY 2001 and a new facility will be built, the new Equipment Operator and Laborer will be of assistance. Competitive compensation package for our work force .
Compensation is one key to good service.
I am convinced that if we are to continue to improve the quality and cost of the many public services local governments offer, and we expect our employees to do more with less, we must replace outmoded compensation systems that were designed years ago. Broadbanding is increasingly prevalent in the private sector. After many months of study, Lake County phased in a broadbanding pay plan to support today s flatter organization. Each job description is written to allow for increased responsibilities. For Fiscal Year 2001, current salaries below the minimum of the range have been brought in line with recommendations.