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Adopt a Resolution to:
a. Authorize the Auditor-Controller to amend the FY 2016-17 Adopted Budget by increasing appropriations by $17,000 in County Counsel, Fund 001, Appropriation COU005 offset by a decrease of appropriations of $17,000 in County Counsel, Fund 001, appropriation COU001 (4/5ths vote required); and
b. Authorize the Auditor-Controller to amend the FY 2016-17 Adopted Budget by increasing appropriations by $41,000 in Risk Enterprise, Fund 001, Appropriation COU006 offset by a decrease of appropriations of $41,000 in County Counsel, Fund 001, COU001 (4/5ths vote required).
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended the Board of Supervisors adopt a resolution to:
a. Authorize the Auditor-Controller to amend the FY 2016-17 Adopted Budget by increasing appropriations by $17,000 in County Counsel, Fund 001, Appropriation COU005 offset by a decrease of appropriations of $17,000 in County Counsel, Fund 001, appropriation COU001 (4/5ths vote required); and
b. Authorize the Auditor-Controller to amend the FY 2016-17 Adopted Budget by increasing appropriations by $41,000 in Risk Enterprise, Fund 001, Appropriation COU006 offset by a decrease of appropriations of $41,000 in County Counsel, Fund 001, COU001 (4/5ths vote required).
SUMMARY:
The Risk Enterprise and the Grand Jury appropriation units in the County Counsel's Office (Appropriations Units COU006 and COU005, respectively) are projected to experience a budget shortfall for Fiscal Year 2016 - 2017, and an appropriation transfer is needed to balance the budgets for those appropriations units this Fiscal Year.
DISCUSSION:
Grand Jury
The current projected budget shortfall in the Grand Jury (COU005) is due to a one-time, unanticipated budget impact through the cost allocation program from a roof repair 2 years ago at the Marina facility which the Grand Jury partially occupies. It is recommended that the budget shortfall (estimated at $17,000) be funded with a transfer of appropriations from County Counsel (COU001).
Measure Z
The current projected budget shortfall in the Risk Enterprise Unit (COU006) is due to the need to fund litigation concerning Measure Z. The Board of Supervisors previously created a new fund balance assignment named “Non-Recoverable Costs” that was funded by a transfer of $3,875,000 from the Strategic Reserve (BSA 3111). The County Counsel’s Office budget (COU001) was increased by $750,000 through a transfer-in from the “Non-Recoverable Costs” assignment to cover costs associated with the defense of Measure Z on a reimbursement basis. Expenses for the defense of the litigation however are currently paid out of the Risk Enterprise Unit (COU006) and a transfer of a portion of appropriations is necessary to fund expenses through the end of the fiscal year (estimated at $41,000).
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
N/A
FINANCING:
There is no impact to the General Fund requiring additional funding as this action reallocates appropriations and transfer-in within the County Counsel department.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS STRATEGIC INITIATIVES:
Check the related Board of Supervisors Strategic Initiatives:
___ Economic Development - Through collaboration, strengthen economic development to ensure a diversified and healthy economy.
X Administration - Promote an organization that practices efficient and effective resource management and is recognized for responsiveness, strong customer orientation, accountability and transparency.
___ Health & Human Services - Improve health and quality of life through County supported policies, programs, and services; promoting access to equitable opportunities for health choices and healthy environments in collaboration with communities.
___ Infrastructure - Plan and develop a sustainable, physical infrastructure that improves the quality of life for County residents and supports economic development results.
___ Public Safety - Create a safe environment for people to achieve their potential, leading business and communities to thrive and grow by reducing violent crimes as well as crimes in general.
Prepared by:
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Leslie J. Girard, Chief Assistant County Counsel, x. 5365
Approved by:
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Charles McKee, County Counsel, x. 5312