City of Gonzales
CITY MANAGER DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor Rios and City Council
DATE: November 20, 2023
FROM: Carmen Gil, City Manager
THROUGH: Carmen Gil, City Manager
SUBJECT: Resolution No. 2023-68 - Public Works Lead Worker
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council Adopt Resolution No. 2023-68, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gonzales establishing the Job Classification for a Public Works Lead Worker focused on utilities, and adding it to the Organizational Chart.
BACKGROUND
In preparation for the Wastewater expansion, there is a need to provide staffing for the new and existing plant. This Lead Worker position will allow for resources to be allocated to utilities until there is need for a separate Utility Department. This position will allow for specialization and better attention to utilities in the meantime.
REVIEW & ANALYSIS
With regulators constantly requiring more stringent records and reporting, utilities are requiring more attention. Stormwater, Wastewater and Water need considerable attention and programming and planning. The existing Lead Worker position can do the same for Streets, Parks and Buildings.
How Recommendation Supports the Vision
Gonzales will continue to be a safe, clean, family-friendly community, diverse in its heritage, and committed to working collaboratively to preserve and retain its small town charm.
Explain: By providing a Lead Worker for utilities, the focus on utilities will provide for a safer community.
AGENDA
ITEM
16 Explain how the Recommendation Directly Implements the Mission The City Council and Staff of the City of Gonzales will realize our Vision by providing the leadership, commitment and resources necessary to provide excellent services that enhance the quality of life of our diverse community. X Yes ____ No____ N/A
Explain: Expanding utility maintenance will allow for more processes to be performed by City staff, therefore saving the City money, and will show our commitment to safer water and utilities.
City services will be delivered in a cost-effective, respectful and friendly manner to insure the safety and well being of the residents and the promotion of business, recreational, housing and employment opportunities in an environmentally sustainable manner. X Yes ____No ____ N/A Explain: See Vision explanation above.
Strong fiscal policies allow us to provide appropriate infrastructure for:
• Public Safety X Yes No N/A
• Housing X Yes No N/A
• Recreation X Yes No N/A
• Environment X Yes No N/A
• Education X Yes No N/A
Explain: See Vision above.
ALTERNATIVES
Continue without a Lead Worker focused on utilities and be impacted when the new plant goes online.
BUDGET IMPACT
The anticipated cost increase to the budget would be approximately $5,550 for six months, due to the reclassification of an existing Public Works position to a Public Works Lead Worker Position.
CONCLUSION
It is recommended that the City Council Adopt Resolution No. 2023-68, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gonzales establishing the Job Classification for a Public Works Lead Worker focused on utilities, and adding it to the Organizational Chart.
Attachments:
1. Resolution No. 2023-68
2. PW Lead Worker Job Description
3. Organizational Chart