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Annual Budget
For Calendar Year
2016
Vision
Service and Leadership that enriches the community.
Mission
To provide quality service and leadership that maximizes resources and responds to our community’s present and future needs.
Shared Goals
Cooperation and Teamwork Honesty & Integrity Responsiveness and Reliability
These values demonstrate our commitment to professionalism.
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City of Omaha Elected Officials
Pete Festersen District 1
City Council President
Ben Gray District 2
City Council President
Jean Stothert Mayor
Chris Jerram District 3 City Council Vice President
Pete Festersen District 1 City Council Member
Garry Gernandt District 4 City Council Member
Rich Pahls District 5 City Council Member
Franklin Thompson District 6
City Council Member
Aimee Melton District 7
City Council Member 2
DEPARTMENT DIRECTORS
MAYOR'S EXECUTIVE STAFF
Allen Herink, City Comptroller
Andrew Brott, Budget Manager
BUDGET CONTRIBUTORS
Lisa Baker, Al Herink, Don Drazdys, Amy Hicks, Setareh Makinejad, Andrew Brott, Amy Bell Scott Winkler, Scott Crites, Veronica Banks, Virginia Lerch, Donna Waller, Nicole Sweeney
Deb Sander, Gabe McGrath, Bobbie King, Kyungae Jun, Todd Thorsheim, Tyler Leimer, Jane Hartig
PRODUCTION STAFF
Jack Morine, Steve Driscoll, and Nancy Hess
Buster Brown, City Clerk
Department Officials
Vacant……....…..….….…………………………………………………………………….…………Library Director
Marty Bilek…….…….……….…...…………....………………………………………………..………Chief of Staff
Cassie Seagren……………………………….….……………...Deputy Chief of Staff - Economic Development
Carrie Murphy……………………………….….…………….…………..Deputy Chief of Staff - Communications
Paul Kratz.….……………………………………………………………………………….…………....City Attorney
Mikki Frost……………………….………..……………………………………………..Human Resources Director
Stephen Curtiss….…………………………………..………….……..….………………………... Finance Director
Brook Bench……………………..……………………...……….….Parks, Recreation & Public Property Director
Keith Backsen…….…………………….…………….…………………………..…Convention & Tourism Director
James Thele…………........…….…….…………………………………………………………….Planning Director
Bernard Kanger….…….….……………………….……………………………………….....……………..Fire Chief
Robert Stubbe…….………………………………….………………………………...………Public Works Director
Spencer Danner…………….…..……………………………………………...Human Rights & Relations Director
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SECTION A
City Overview ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Revenues and Appropriations - All Funds ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 122016 Recommended Budget Summary ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 13Revenue and Appropriations - General Fund ............................................................................................................................................................................... 15General Fund Transactions and Year-end Balances ................................................................................................................................................. 16
Statement of Bonded Indebtedness by Maturities ................................................................................................................................................. 19General Obligation Debt Ratios ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 20General Obligation Debt Margin ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 20Historical Graphs of General Obligation Debt ................................................................................................................................................................ 21Historical Graphs of Debt Service and Redevelopment Funds ............................................................................................... 21
SECTION B - CITY FUNDS - Summarizes transactions in each separate City fund 23
Table of Contents ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 24
SECTION C - GRANT FUNDS - Briefly describes Federally financed projects 91
Descriptions and Expenditure Schedules .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 92
SECTION D - REVENUE ESTIMATES - Details estimated revenues for 2016 with
comparative information
101
Revenue Policies ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 102Detail of Property and In Lieu of Tax Revenue .................................................................................................................................................D-0 106Summary of Source of Revenue - All City Funds .................................................................................................................................................D-1 107General Funds - Source of Revenues ........................................................................................................................................................................................................D-2 108Special Revenue .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................D-3 111Debt Service Revenue ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................D-4 112Capital Projects Fund Revenue .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................D-5 113Utility and Enterprise Fund Revenue ........................................................................................................................................................................................................D-6 114Supplemental Notes to 2016 Revenue Projections ................................................................................................................................................. 115State of Nebraska Budget Form CV Schedule A - Restricted Funds ............................................................ 122State of Nebraska Budget Form CV Schedule B - Lid Exceptions ...................................................................... 123Lid Computations Supporting Schedules ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 125Municipal Levy Limit Form ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 127Certificate of Taxable Value ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
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SECTION E - BUDGET RECOMMENDED 129
Summary of Budget Expenditures and Appropriations - All Funds ...........................................................................E-0 132
Executive and Legislative: Mayor's Office ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 164City Council, Legislative and Administrative Offices .................................................................................................................................. 169City Clerk ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 174
City Departments:
Law ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 179Human Resources ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 185Human Rights and Relations ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 193
Administration ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 229Housing and Community Development ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 232Urban Planning ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 236Building and Development ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 240
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Police: 245Office of the Police Chief ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 247Criminal Investigations Bureau ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 249Executive Officer Bureau .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 251Police Services Bureau .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 252Uniform Patrol Bureau ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 254
Convention and Tourism………………………………...................................................................... 305
Public Works: 311
General Services ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 316Construction ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 320Design ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 324Street Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 328Major Street Resurfacing .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 333Residential Street Rehabilitation & Surface Restoration ............................................................................................... 335Bridge Maintenance and Rehabilitation .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 337Street Improvement ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 339Special Assessments ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 341Street and Highway General Expense .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 343Vehicle Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 345Traffic Engineering ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 350Street and Traffic Electrical Service ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 356Parking .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 358Facilities Management .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 361Flood Control & Water Quality ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 365Solid Waste ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 368Sewer Maintenance .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 372Sewer Revenue General Expense ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 376Wastewater Treatment .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 378Environmental Quality Control ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 383Air Quality Control ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 388Sewer Revenue Improvement ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 392Interceptor ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 394Household Chemical Disposal ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 396Transportation Bonds ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 400Environmental Bonds ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 402
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Public Library ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 405
Other Budgetary Accounts - Benefits Dept: 415Retiree Supplemental Pension ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 417Retiree Health Insurance .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 418Workers' Compensation/Unemployment ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 419
Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc Dept: 421Omaha Convention Hotel .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 424Community Service Programs ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 426County Jail and Election Expense ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 427County Emergency 911 Center ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 428Downtown Stadium ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 429Metropolitan Entertainment Convention Authority (MECA) .............................................................................................................. 430County Treasurer ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 431General Expense Insurance Surety ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 432Douglas-Omaha Technology Commission (DOT.Comm) ...................................................................................................................................................... 433Purchasing / Printing / Graphics ......................................................................................................................................................a 434Judgment ......................................................................................................................................................a 435Wage Adjustment Account ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 436Contingency Liability ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 437Cash Reserve Fund ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 438Turnback Tax ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 439
Other Budgetary Accounts - Debt Service Dept: 441Lease Purchase Agreements ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 443Debt Service ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 444Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality (NDEQ) ................................................................................................................... 445
SECTION G - APPENDIXES
Glossary - Directory of budget terms with appropriate meanings ............................................................ 447
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City of Omaha, Nebraska
2016 Summary
● Cooperation and Teamwork
● Honesty and Integrity
● Responsiveness and Reliability
OUR CITY
GOVERNMENT
CURRENT DEMOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
City
Median Home Price - Omaha $133,500Median Home Price - US $176,700Median Household Income - Omaha $48,052Median Household Income - US $53,046Average Household Income - Omaha $66,713Average Household Income - US $70,833Per Capita Income - Omaha $27,165Median Age 34Geographical area - sq miles 136.79
Omaha, founded in 1854, is thelargest city in the State ofNebraska. According to Indianlegend, the name means"upstream" or "against thecurrent". The U.S. CensusBureau estimates that Omahahas a population of 446,599.The eight-county MetropolitanStatistical Area (MSA) has apopulation of 895,151 andcovers nearly 4,400 squaremiles. The Greater Omaha MSAgrew by 17% between 2000 and2013. In addition, there are over1 million people that live within a60-minute drive of Omaha.
Omaha operates with a Mayor-Council form of government.The Mayor and seven-memberCity Council are both elected tofour-year terms. The executiveand administrative powers of theCity are vested in the Mayor,who is popularly elected on anon-partisan basis. Agreementswith Douglas County provide forthe sharing of library, informationtechnology, parks, purchasing,printing, mail and 911 servicesbetween city and countyresidents.
SHARED GOALS
VISION Service and leadership that enriches the community
MISSION
To provide quality service and leadership that maximizes resources and responds to our community's present and future needs.
Photo courtesy of the Omaha Convention & Visitors Bureau
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CITY OF OMAHA
Cash Management and Investment Policies
2. The City maintains a Cash Reserve Fund whichshall not exceed 4% of General Fund appropriationsfor the purpose of meeting emergencies arisingfrom: (a) the loss or partial loss of a revenuesource; (b) unanticipated expenditures due to anatural disaster or casualty loss; (c) expenditures forthe satisfaction of judgments and litigation when theJudgment Levy Fund balance is inadequate; and (d)conditions wherein serious loss of life, health orproperty is threatened or has occurred. Ordinance#38790, adopted August 24, 2010, requires anappropriation to the Cash Reserve Fund sufficient toincrease the end-of-the-year fund balance by 4%.
Financial Policies
Reserves and Contingencies
3. The banking relationships shall be maintained inan environment such that the lowest cost forbanking services is provided to the taxpayers.
1. The Cash flow forecast shall, with reasonableaccuracy, identify the funds available to pay thecosts of government and investable funds remainingthereafter.
The Cash Management and Investment Policies aredivided into four major components of cashmanagement systems. They are: Cash FlowForecasting; Cash Mobilization; Bank Relations; andInvestment of Idle Surplus Funds.
1. The City will include in each annual budget aContingency Reserve Account for expenditures dueto unforeseen circumstances. This account will befunded by the City's primary operating funds: theGeneral Fund, Sewer Revenue Fund and the Streetand Highway Allocation Fund.
4. The City maintains a Contingent Liability Fund.The purpose of this fund is to accumulate resourcesto provide financial assistance in cases of uninsuredor under insured casualty losses and settlement ofCity lawsuits prior to a court judgment. TheContingent Liability Fund is funded by yearlyappropriations from the General and SewerRevenue Funds and transfers from year-endGeneral Fund balances when available.
4. The investment of idle surplus funds shall be inaccordance with the Investment Policy adopted bythe City Council and with authorized state statutesand provide reasonable liquidity in connection withthe least default risk and highest rate of return oninvestments.
2. The cash mobilization shall identify andaccelerate deposit flows into the bank coupled withmaximizing the disbursement float and minimizingthe average daily bank cash balance.
3. The City's objective for the year-end GeneralFund budget balance will be a minimum of 1% ofannual General Fund revenues carried forward twoyears.
5. The investment and management of the City'sidle surplus funds shall be monitored and reviewedby the City of Omaha Investment AdvisoryCommittee. The Committee is formed by ExecutiveOrder of the Mayor for the City of Omaha.
6. In May 2010, the voters of the City of Omahaapproved an amendment to the City Charterauthorizing the position of City Treasurer. On June1, 2010 all treasurer duties that were previouslyperformed by the Douglas County Treasurer weretransferred to the City of Omaha FinanceDepartment's Revenue Division.
5. In 1995, the City established the Keno/LotteryReserve Fund. A $3 million balance plus 25% ofinterest earnings annually will be maintained as anappropriation reserve for utilization if the ConventionCenter Hotel revenues are inadequate to supportcorresponding debt service.
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1. An independent audit of all City funds andaccounts will be performed annually by a qualifiedpublic accounting firm.
1. The City will confine long-term borrowing tocapital improvements with a useful life of 15 years orgreater.
5. Revenue bonds and interest are payable solelyfrom the revenues of the facility or enterprise forwhich the bonds were issued and are not generalobligation debt of the City.
CITY OF OMAHA
2. Budgets are prepared using the accrual basis ofaccounting. Revenues are recognized in theaccounting period in which they become availableand measurable. Expenditures are recognized inthe accounting period in which the fund liability isincurred. The City will maintain a budgetary controlsystem and produce quarterly financial reports. Forbudgetary purposes, the City employs encumbranceaccounting which reserves a portion of theapplicable appropriation for purchase orders,contracts and other commitments.
3. The City will continue to implement accountingprocedures which will provide annual financialreports in accordance with Generally AcceptedAccounting Principles (GAAP) as outlined inGovernmental Accounting, Auditing and FinancialReporting (GAAFR) guidelines.
Accounting, Auditing and Financial Reporting
Financial Policies
3. The City will maintain cash reserves for generalobligation debt and annexation debt of 2% of theoutstanding debt or $2 million, whichever is less. Allrevenue bonds shall maintain reserves inaccordance with the respective bond resolution.
9. The City will forecast annually the cash balanceof the Debt Service Fund for a period of 20 years.
6. Tax increment debt will be paid solely from theCommunity Development project tax receipts. Thedebt repayment schedule shall not exceed 15 yearsfrom the date of the initial City Council approval.The debt shall be the obligation and responsibility ofthe developer and not the City.
7. The City will limit the Redevelopment DebtService Levy to a maximum of $.026 per $100 ofvaluation as required by State Law.
4. The total amount of general obligation bondsoutstanding at any time shall not exceed 3.5% of thetotal actual value of taxable real and personalproperty in the City.
Debt Management Policies
2. The City will issue bonds as proposed in theCapital Improvement Program (CIP) only.
8. The City will not use derivative products for anytype of speculative purpose.
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2016 2015
Revenue Sources Budget Budget
Property Tax $ 145,726,156 $ 140,866,730
Sales Tax 148,646,988 143,762,322
Bond Sales 192,323,596 210,406,590
Sewer Charges 124,723,278 114,963,723
Vehicle User Taxes 19,155,598 19,865,525
Services, Rents & Misc. 61,925,983 63,186,683
Occupation & In Lieu of Tax 61,713,311 57,933,368
Licenses and Permits 11,560,946 10,913,533
Restaurant Tax 29,047,463 29,167,606
Intergovernmental Revenues 51,559,834 49,061,366
Motor Vehicle Tax 10,000,000 9,900,000
Interest 1,604,192 1,509,728
Initial Credit 9,000,000 11,757,311
$ 866,987,345 $ 863,294,485
Departmental Appropriations
2016 2015
Departments Budget Budget
General Government * $ 15,002,643 $ 14,314,712
Planning 10,374,280 9,426,773
Parks, Rec & Public Property 32,921,961 30,260,101
Fire 97,098,593 93,775,218
Police 132,675,153 130,745,162
Public Works 314,206,788 326,785,097
Convention & Tourism 6,008,460 5,454,499
Library 14,332,664 13,959,541
Other Budgetary Accounts 65,035,335 66,631,658
Debt Service 129,531,586 127,683,598
$ 817,187,463 $ 819,036,359
Sources of Revenue
CITY OF OMAHA
All Funds
Revenues and Appropriations
* Mayor's Office, City Council, City Clerk, Law, Human Resources,
Human Rights & Relations and Finance
General Government *
1.8%
Planning 1.3%
Parks, Rec & Public Property
4.0%
Fire 11.9%
Police 16.2%
Public Works 38.4% Convention &
Tourism 0.7%
Library 1.8%
Other Budgetary Accounts
8.0%
Debt Service 15.9%
2016 Appropriations
Property Tax 16.9%
Sales Tax 17.1%
Bond Sales 22.2%
Sewer Charges 14.4%
Vehicle User Taxes 2.2%
Services, Rents & Misc.
7.1%
Occupation & In Lieu of Tax
7.1%
Licenses and Permits
1.3%
Restaurant Tax 3.4%
Inter-governmental
Revenues 5.9%
Motor Vehicle Tax
1.2% Interest
.2%
Initial Credit 1.0%
2016 Revenues Sources
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City of Omaha
Positions Funding
By Department2015 Appropriated 2016 Recommended $ Change % Change2015 2016
The General Fund surplus as of the close of any particular fiscal year shall be applied as General Fund revenue in thebudget for the fiscal year two years subsequent to that fiscal year.
No increase in the property tax levy is included for 2016. In 2010, the property tax levy for the General Fund was increased by 1.8 cents, the Debt Service Fund was increased by 1.7 cents, and the Redevelopment Debt Service Fund was increased by 0.7 cents. In 2011 the property tax levy increased 2.335 cents for the General Fund. In 2015 there is a one cent decrease in the General Fund property tax levy.
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City of OmahaSales Tax Receipts
The City sales tax rate is 1.5 percent. LB775 refunds are the result of state-legislated tax incentives businesses receive by meeting minimum thresholds for employment and investment.
Total general obligation bonds (1) 501,765,000 157,446,089 659,211,089 490,030,000
Revenue bonds: (2) Special Tax Revenue Bonds (3) 34,685,000 10,497,924 45,182,924 37,450,000 Special Obligation Bonds (4) 70,715,000 32,727,386 103,442,386 73,940,000 Highway Allocation Bonds 1,295,000 429,610 1,724,610 1,490,000 Convention Center Hotel Bonds 142,825,000 114,821,953 257,646,953 144,165,000 Sanitary Sewer System Revenue Bonds 413,640,000 293,106,168 706,746,168 293,560,000
663,160,000 451,583,041 1,114,743,041 550,605,000
Total bonded indebtedness $ 1,164,925,000 609,029,130 1,773,954,130 1,040,635,000
(3) These Bonds are supported from a Special Redevelopment Property Tax Levy.
(2) Revenue bonds, together with the interest thereon, are payable solely from the revenues of the facility or municipal enterprise for which the bonds were issued and are neither general obligations nor general debt of the City.
(4) These Bonds are supported by a variety of revenue sources including Property Tax Revenue, Tax Allocation Revenue, State Cigarette Tax, NRD Miller Park Construction, Douglas County Miller Park Contribution and Land Sales.
CITY OF OMAHA
STATEMENT OF BONDED INDEBTEDNESS BY MATURITIES
DECEMBER 31, 2014 AND 2013
(1) As of December 31, 2014, the City Of Omaha has $126,945,000 general obligation bonds authorized but unissued.
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Year
Net Direct General
Obligation Bonded Debt (2) Valuation (1)
% of Net Direct General
Obligation Bonded Debt to Actual Valuation Population (3)
(1) Source: Office of the Douglas County Clerk/Comptroller
(3) Source: U. S. Census Bureau estimates.
Article V, Section 5.27, City Charter of Omaha, as amended, provides:
Computation of the general obligation debt as defined in the City Charter, based upon 2014valuations, is as follows:
Maximum debt limit (3.5% of total actual valuation) $ 1,013,640,748
General obligation bonds outstanding $ 501,765,000
Less balance in General Obligation Debt Service Fund, December 31, 2014 14,696,034 487,068,966
General obligation debt margin (1) $ 526,571,782
GENERAL OBLIGATION DEBT RATIOS
AS OF DECEMBER 31
(2) Amounts shown above as Direct General Obligation Bonded Debt are net of the fund balance in the Debt Service Fund.
GENERAL OBLIGATION DEBT MARGIN
CITY OF OMAHA
December 31, 2014
"The total amount of general obligation indebtedness outstanding at any time, which shall include bonds issued but shall not include bonds authorized until they are issued, shall not exceed 3.5 percent of the total actual value of taxable real and personal property in the City."
(1) Revenue bond indebtedness, general obligation notes and lease-purchase agreements are not chargeableagainst the general obligation debt margin. The City of Omaha has no general obligation notes outstanding.Revenue bond indebtedness is set forth on the schedule above and lease-purchase agreements are set forthin the "Debt Service" of Section F.
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The City maintains two funds which function as designated debt service funds. The Debt Service Fund servicesthe City's General Obligation Debt and the Redevelopment Debt Service Fund services the City's Special TaxRevenue and Special Obligation Debt. Annually the City forecasts year-end balances in these funds for a periodof 20 years. The current forecast includes the following parameters:
1. Annual valuation growth of 3% in 2016, 2% in 2017 and thereafter.
2. A tax collection factor of 100% including prior years collections.
3. The 2015 issuance interest rate at 4%, 2016 at 4.25%, 2017 at 4.5%, 2018 at 4.75%, 2019 and beyond at 5%.
4. Principal amounts issued are projected to be as follows:
Debt Service and Redevelopment Funds 2014 Actual and 2015 - 2024 Projected Year-End Balances
Debt Service Fund Redevelopment Fund Combined
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General Obligation Debt 2014 Actual and 2015 - 2024 Projected
Debt Margin Net General Debt
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SECTION B
City Funds
The schedules contained in this section summarize the revenue and expenditure transactions and balances
of the various City funds. Information shown for 2013 and 2014 is in accord with City records which have
been examined by independent Certified Public Accountants as required by the City Charter. By including
data for two historical years, the current and the subsequent year, the schedules match the requirements of
State of Nebraska budgeting statutes for fund accounting.
Transactions for the years 2015 and 2016 represent anticipated operations. Projections for the years are
based on the 2015 Adopted and 2016 Recommended Budgets. Deviations from the original 2015 budget
document projections, as indicated by more recent estimates, are shown as revised projections for this
particular year.
Fund Structure
The Home Rule Charter of 1956 sets out the financial fund structure in Section 5.03. The term “fund” as
defined by the charter means a sum of money or other resources that is segregated for the purpose of
carrying on specific activities or attaining certain objectives in accordance with special regulations,
restrictions, or limitations, and that constitutes an independent fiscal and accounting entity. The following
types of funds have been established for the purposes and types of operations as outlined in the charter:
“General Funds” are used to finance the City’s normal governmental operations and ordinary services.
“Special Revenue Funds” are used to account for taxes and other revenues, except special assessments, set
aside for a particular purpose.
“Internal Service Funds” are used to account for the financing activities carried on by one department or
division for other departments and agencies of the City.
“Special Assessment Funds” are used to account for special street, sewer and sidewalk construction
projects that are requested by property owners.
“Capital Project Funds” are used to account for the receipt and disbursement of proceeds of bond issues,
except for those payable from special assessment, utility, and enterprise funds.
“Debt Service Funds” are used to accumulate money for the payment of interest on, and the retirement of
general obligation bonds of the City, redevelopment bonds and tax increment financing.
“Fiduciary Funds” are used to account for the cash or other assets held by the City trustee, custodian, or
agent.
“Enterprise Funds” are used to reflect operations of the City that are designated as self supporting.
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City of Omaha
City Funds
Table of Contents
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No. Fund No. Type/ Fund Name Page No.
General Funds
B-1 11111 General ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 26B-2 11112 Stadium Revenue ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 28B-3 11113 Cash Reserve Fund ............................................................................ 29B-4 11114 Contingent Liability Fund ............................................................................ 30
Special Revenue Funds
B-5 12111 Judgment ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 31B-6 12129 City Street Maintenance ........................................................................................................................................................... 32B-7 12131 Street and Highway Allocation ........................................................................................................................ 34B-8 15113 Keno Lottery Reserve Fund ..................................................................................................................................................................... 36B-9 12133 Interceptor Sewer Construction ...................................................................... 37B-10 12118 Keno/Lottery Proceeds ............................................................................................................................................................................... 38B-11 12115 Library Fines and Fees ........................................................................................................................................................... 39B-12 12124 SID Administrative Fee Revenue ........................................................................................................................................................... 40B-13 12116 Douglas County Library Supplement .................................................................................................... 41B-14 12193 State Turnback Revenue ................................................................................................................................................................ 42B-15 15112 Western Heritage Special Revenue ............................................................... 43B-16 12135 Community Park Development ....................................................................................................................................... 44B-17 21109 Greater Omaha Convention & Visitors ........................................................................................................................................................... 45B-18 12128 Storm Water Fee Revenue ...................................................................................................................................................... 46B-19 21129 Household Hazardous Waste Facility ................................................................. 47B-20 13419 Pedestrian Trail Bridge-Joint Use ............................................................................ 48B-21 21216 Development Revenue ............................................................................ 49B-22 21217 Technology and Training ............................................................................ 50B-22-1 12209 Ballpark Revenue .............................................................................. 51
Debt Service Funds
B-23 14111 Debt Service ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 52B-24 14112 Redevelopment Debt Service ....................................................................................................................................... 53
Capital Project Funds
B-25-1 13182 2006 Transportation Bond ............................................................................................................................. 54B-25-2 13183 2010 Transportation Bond ……............................................................................................................................... 55B-25-3 13184 2014 Transportation Bond …….......................................................... 56B-26-1 13122 2006 Environment Bond .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 57B-26-2 13123 2010 Environment Bond …............................................................................................................................................................................................... 58B-26-3 13124 2014 Environment Bond …................................................................ 59B-28-2 13354 2006 Park and Recreation Bond ........................................................................................................................ 60B-28-3 13355 2010 Park and Recreation Bond ........................................................................................................................ 61B-28-4 13356 2014 Park and Recreation Bond ...................................................... 62B-30-1 13297 2006 Public Safety Bond ...................................................................................................................................................... 63B-30-2 13298 2010 Public Safety Bond …....................................................................................................................................................... 64B-30-3 13299 2014 Public Safety Bond …....................................................................................................................................................... 65B-32-1 13244 2006 Public Facilities Bond ............................................................................................................................................ 66B-32-2 13245 2010 Public Facilities Bond .................................................................... 68B-32-3 13246 2014 Public Facilities Bond .................................................................... 70B-33 13112 City Capital Improvement ..................................................................................................................................................................... 72B-34 13111 Advanced Acquisition ............................................................................................................................................................................... 74B-35 13418 Downtown Stadium & Companion Project .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 75B-40-1 13573 Capital Special Assessment ..................................................................................................................................... 76B-40-2 13574 Service Special Assessment ................................................................................... 77
Utility And Enterprise Funds
B-41 ......................................................................................................................21121 / 21124 Sewer Revenue ................................................................................. 78B-42 21127 Air Quality Fund .................................................................................................... 80B-43 21128 Compost ....................................................................................................................................... 81B-44 21111 Marinas ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 82B-45 21215 Lewis and Clark Landing ........................................................................................................................................................... 83B-46-1 21114 Golf Operations….................................................................................................................................................. 84B-47 21113 Tennis Operations ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 85B-48 21116 Parking Revenue ............................................................................................................. 86B-49 21211 Printing Services and Graphics ................................................................................................................... 88B-50 21119 Omaha Convention Hotel Fund .............................................................................................................. 89B-51 21108 City Wide Sports Revenue ................................................................................................................................................. 90
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SUMMARY OF FUND TRANSACTIONS
14,009,774 24,081,693 11,757,311 26,139,023 9,000,000Beginning Fund Balance
Other Budgetary Accounts - Benefits 18,929,279 20,222,737 21,921,322 21,921,322 20,570,242
Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc 21,310,322 21,045,624 31,125,298 30,434,168 29,511,118
Other Budgetary Accounts - Debt Service 4,428,862 6,415,904 5,419,631 5,419,631 4,539,341
Total Expenditures 309,052,071 330,607,977 350,254,923 352,472,786 356,737,779
Other Financing Sources
Transfer to Fund 11113 (1,000,000) (1,200,000) - - -
Transfer to Fund 11114 (500,000) (3,294,136) - - -
Transfer to Fund 13112 - (500,000) - - -
Transfer to Fund 13419 (130,000) (130,000) - - -
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Total Other Financing Sources (1,630,000) (5,124,136) - - -
Fund balance, end of year
Reserve for Encumbrance 2,964,064 5,381,712 - - -
Undesignated fund balance - - - 5,276,472 -
Fund Balance Designated for 2014 9,360,318 - - - -
Fund Balance Designated for 2015 11,757,311 11,757,311 - - -
Fund Balance Designated for 2016 - 9,000,000 - 9,000,000 -
The General Fund is used to account for revenue not allocated for specific purposes by law or contractual agreement. This fund is sustained by a tax levy on tangible properties within the City, a City Sales and Use Tax and by a variety of other revenue sources as detailed in the "Revenues" section.
The major portion of the City's day-to-day operations, some annual capital improvements, and various lease-purchase agreements are financed by the General Fund. Appropriations are also made from the fund for operating the Public Library System. Further appropriations are provided for the City's contribution to employee benefit plans including pension systems, hospitalization, life insurance and social security taxes.
The 2015 revised column has been adjusted to reflect the most recent revenue and expense estimates.
The Administration continually scrutinizes spending which includes steps such as hiring only essential personnel and restricting equipment purchases to critical needs only. Management steps will be taken as necessary to provide adequate reductions to balance the 2015 fiscal year.
24,081,693 26,139,023 - 14,276,472Ending Fund Balance
0
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747,561 853,191 368,203 889,911 384,754Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
11112
Fund
Stadium Revenue
Schedule No.
B-2
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Revenues
Business Tax 3,766,739 3,817,657 4,109,496 4,109,496 4,230,852
Investment Income 11 - - - -
Total Revenues 3,766,750 3,817,657 4,109,496 4,109,496 4,230,852
Expenditures
Prior Year Encumbrances - - - 889,911 -
Other Budgetary Accounts - Debt Service 3,601,137 3,630,789 3,664,742 3,664,742 3,703,134
Total Expenditures 3,601,137 3,630,789 3,664,742 4,554,653 3,703,134
Other Financing Sources
Transfer to Fund 12209 (59,983) (150,148) (60,000) (60,000) -
Total Other Financing Sources (59,983) (150,148) (60,000) (60,000) -
Fund balance, end of year
Reserve for Encumbrance 853,191 889,911 - - -
Undesignated fund balance - - 752,957 384,754 912,472
On June 10, 2008, City Council approved agreements authorizing the construction of a new downtown baseball stadium (Ordinances #38123 and 38124). The NCAA and College World Series, Inc. entered into an agreement to hold the Men's College World Series in the new stadium for 26 years, commencing with its 2011 opening. The Stadium was financed by private donations and the issuance of lease-purchase bonds.
This fund will account for the accumulation of resources for, and the payment of, debt service on the City bonds. The hotel/motel occupation tax was increased effective August 1, 2008 (Ordinance #38119); of the City's 5.5% tax, 1% will be used for the new stadium. The rental car occupation tax was increased from $6 to $8 per rental effective July 1, 2008 (Ordinance #38120), with the increase dedicated to the stadium. Other public funding sources will include Keno funds, and amounts currently used to pay debt on Rosenblatt Stadium. Stadium-related revenue sources will also be used for debt service, to the extent required.
853,191 889,911 752,957 384,754 912,472Ending Fund Balance
0
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4,044,945 5,004,436 5,242,436 6,287,300 7,075,300Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
11113
Fund
Cash Reserve Fund
Schedule No.
B-3
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Revenues
Investment Income (40,509) 82,864 38,000 38,000 38,000
Total Revenues (40,509) 82,864 38,000 38,000 38,000
Expenditures
Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc - - (750,000) (750,000) (350,000)
Total Expenditures - - (750,000) (750,000) (350,000)
Other Financing Sources
Transfer from Fund 11111 1,000,000 1,200,000 - - -
Total Other Financing Sources 1,000,000 1,200,000 - - -
Fund balance, end of year
Undesignated fund balance 5,004,436 6,287,300 6,030,436 7,075,300 7,463,300
To reserve money for meeting various City financial emergencies which may arise. The Cash Reserve Fund is sustained by appropriation of General Fund year-end surplus at the close of any fiscal year. Interest earnings are credited to the fund from short-term investment of the cash balance available during the year. Ordinance 38790 indicates that "…there shall be an appropriation to the Cash Reserve Fund sufficient to increase the end-of-the-year fund balance by four percent (4%)." It also states that "…the appropriations required by this ordinance shall end or be reduced when, at the time an annual budget is adopted, the Cash Reserve Fund has a balance equal to or greater than four percent (4%) of General Fund appropriations for that budget year."
5,004,436 6,287,300 6,030,436 7,075,300 7,463,300Ending Fund Balance
-2,000,000
0
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7,254,018 2,342,204 1,888,054 5,000,199 5,034,158Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
11114
Fund
Contingent Liability Fund
Schedule No.
B-4
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Revenues
Miscellaneous - 382,530 - - -
Total Revenues - 382,530 - - -
Expenditures
Prior Year Encumbrances - - - 16,041 -
Fire 5,297,891 - - - -
Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc 274,113 1,168,671 600,000 600,000 500,000
Total Expenditures 5,572,004 1,168,671 600,000 616,041 500,000
Other Financing Sources
Transfer from Fund 11111 500,000 3,294,136 500,000 500,000 -
Transfer from Fund 12131 110,190 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000
Transfer from Fund 21121 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000
Total Other Financing Sources 660,190 3,444,136 650,000 650,000 150,000
Fund balance, end of year
Reserve for Encumbrance 4,150 16,041 - - -
Undesignated fund balance 2,338,054 4,984,158 1,938,054 5,034,158 4,684,158
The purpose of this fund is to accumulate resources that provide financial assistance in cases of uninsured or under-insured casualty losses and other liabilities. This fund provides monies for settlement of claims filed against the City if the City decides to settle a case prior to being issued court judgments.
2,342,204 5,000,199 1,938,054 5,034,158 4,684,158Ending Fund Balance
0
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2,640,286 3,255,877 3,308,930 3,783,135 3,623,568Beginning Fund Balance
Total Revenues 1,691,420 1,662,687 1,757,819 1,757,819 1,814,965
Expenditures
Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc 1,075,829 1,135,429 1,917,386 1,917,386 1,918,081
Total Expenditures 1,075,829 1,135,429 1,917,386 1,917,386 1,918,081
Fund balance, end of year
Undesignated fund balance 3,255,877 3,783,135 3,149,363 3,623,568 3,520,452
This Special Revenue Fund was established by the Charter for the purpose of providing a means to satisfy judgments, damage claims and related litigation expenses against the City. It is sustained by a Judgment Fund tax levy upon tangible property. The actual and projected revenues are derived from a levy of 0.6 cents per one hundred dollars in 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2016.
3,255,877 3,783,135 3,149,363 3,623,568 3,520,452Ending Fund Balance
0
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SUMMARY OF FUND TRANSACTIONS
3,303,761 2,907,113 4,101,961 6,539,018 (3,224,153)Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
12129
Fund
City Street Maintenance
Schedule No.
B-6
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Revenues
Business Tax 19,659,390 19,943,831 19,865,525 19,865,525 19,155,598
Total Revenues 26,410,661 27,285,916 24,615,525 24,615,525 24,155,598
Expenditures
Prior Year Encumbrances - - - 5,831,482 -
Parks, Recreation and Public Property 151,949 455,291 292,731 292,731 292,731
Public Works 31,536,347 22,803,757 27,837,983 27,837,983 20,074,522
Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc 394,707 394,963 416,500 416,500 408,812
Total Expenditures 32,083,003 23,654,011 28,547,214 34,378,696 20,776,065
Other Financing Sources
Transfer from Fund 12131 5,275,694 - - - -
Total Other Financing Sources 5,275,694 - - - -
Fund balance, end of year
Reserve for Encumbrance 5,563,264 5,831,482 - - -
Undesignated fund balance (2,656,151) 707,536 170,272 (3,224,153) 155,380
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The special revenue fund accounts for usage of City motor vehicle registration fees and street cut fees. The City Motor Vehicle Registration Fee is $50 with a graduated schedule for larger vehicles. In 2011, the City Motor Vehicle Registration Fee increased $15 per vehicle from the 2010 rate of $35 per vehicle. The boundary of Wheel Tax authority was expanded during 2007 to include residents living outside the city limits but within the 3 mile development zone. The street cut fee, derived from local utilities and contractors, is based upon the size of the street cut.
In 2011, a Commuter Fee of $50 was enacted on individuals who use a vehicle to travel to work in the city more than 30 days per year. This fee was repealed by the State Legislature in 2010, which also repealed the 3 mile development zone effective January 1, 2013.
Usage of funds is restricted to street maintenance and repair purposes and their related costs. These funds are also used as a part of the City's pro-rata matching shares of State shared vehicle user taxes allocated to the City. (See Street and Highway Allocation Fund).
In 2013 the Nebraska Department of Roads allocated an additional 6.45 million to fund two segments of state highways within the City of Omaha and Ralston. The City of Omaha will manage construction within Ralston's jurisdiction.
2,907,113 6,539,018 170,272 (3,224,153) 155,380Ending Fund Balance
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SUMMARY OF FUND TRANSACTIONS
9,741,317 9,246,683 3,611,835 11,498,486 8,712,105Beginning Fund Balance
Total Revenues 35,482,091 38,876,671 36,374,018 37,674,018 39,674,018
Expenditures
Prior Year Encumbrances - - - 3,208,449 -
Human Resources - - - - 91,169
Public Works 27,372,340 32,933,714 33,138,509 33,138,509 43,306,098
Other Budgetary Accounts - Benefits 1,900,143 1,977,627 1,944,887 1,944,887 2,330,681
Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc 1,250,929 1,148,151 1,527,349 1,527,349 1,295,701
Other Budgetary Accounts - Debt Service 392,429 356,731 641,205 641,205 514,455
Total Expenditures 30,915,841 36,416,223 37,251,950 40,460,399 47,538,104
Other Financing Sources
Transfer to Fund 12129 (5,275,694) - - - -
Transfer to Fund 13112 - (108,645) - - -
Transfer from Fund 13182 325,000 - - - -
Transfer to Fund 11114 (110,190) (100,000) - - -
Total Other Financing Sources (5,060,884) (208,645) - - -
Fund balance, end of year
Reserve for Encumbrance 1,328,239 3,208,449 - - -
Undesignated fund balance 7,918,444 8,290,037 2,733,903 8,712,105 848,019
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SUMMARY OF FUND TRANSACTIONS
This fund was created by State Statute to account for usage of State shared vehicle user taxes allocated to the City. Usage of fund proceeds is restricted to street maintenance, improvements and related purposes. In addition to the state gasoline tax portion, cities and counties divide an additional 2 cents per gallon.
Effective October 1, 2007, sales tax from the sale of leased motor vehicles formerly allocated to the State General Fund was allocated to the Highway Trust fund.
In 2009 LB 846 passed which lowered the allocation the city receives based on the wholesale price of gasoline.
9,246,683 11,498,486 2,733,903 8,712,105 848,019Ending Fund Balance
0
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3,331,576 3,360,773 3,409,772 3,375,762 3,435,762Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
15113
Fund
Keno Lottery Reserve Fund
Schedule No.
B-8
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Revenues
Investment Income 104,197 44,989 90,000 90,000 100,000
Total Revenues 104,197 44,989 90,000 90,000 100,000
Expenditures
Library 75,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 40,000
Total Expenditures 75,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 40,000
Fund balance, end of year
Reserve for Bond Payments 3,000,000 3,000,000 3,000,000 3,000,000 3,000,000
Designated Fund Balance 312,246 312,246 350,947 350,947 350,947
Undesignated fund balance 48,527 63,516 118,825 84,815 144,815
This Reserve Fund was established in 1995 by City Ordinance No. 33494. In 1998 City Ordinance No. 34688 was passed by the City Council. This ordinance established new conditions by which this reserve fund will operate. Twenty-five percent (25%) of all net Keno revenue was credited to this fund until the fund balance reached $ 2,370,000. After this reserve fund reached $3,000,000 with its interest income, twenty-five(25%) of the interest earned on funds in this reserve fund shall remain in the fund while seventy-five (75%) of the interest may be appropriated as follows: among non-profit organizations not receiving revenues from the General Fund, public parks or public libraries. It is estimated the reserve will generate the interest income shown above. Ordinance #35896, passed March 26, 2002 authorized a $3 million bond reserve to the Convention Center Hotel Revenue Bonds.
3,360,773 3,375,762 3,469,772 3,435,762 3,495,762Ending Fund Balance
0
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SUMMARY OF FUND TRANSACTIONS
3,345,397 4,731,295 4,611,112 6,202,796 6,202,796Beginning Fund Balance
Total Revenues 1,428,670 1,591,685 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,400,000
Expenditures
Capital - - 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,600,000
Total Expenditures - - 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,600,000
Other Financing Sources
Transfer to Sewer Revenue Fund (42,772) (120,184) - - -
Total Other Financing Sources (42,772) (120,184) - - -
Fund balance, end of year
Reserve for Encumbrance 120,184 - - - -
Undesignated fund balance 4,611,111 6,202,796 4,611,112 6,202,796 6,002,796
This fund was established to accumulate resources from the Special Sewer Connection Fees charged to development within the Papillion Creek Watershed and existing platted lots as they are developed. These fees are used to finance the extension and/or relief of existing interceptor sanitary sewers in the Papillion Creek Watershed Basin. In 2009 the plan was updated and adopted. The plan provided for fee increases to pay for projects, some in installments and some on a cash basis.
4,731,295 6,202,796 4,611,112 6,202,796 6,002,796Ending Fund Balance
0
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SUMMARY OF FUND TRANSACTIONS
(338,192) (237,006) 2,764 185,741 377,739Beginning Fund Balance
Total Revenues 5,537,010 5,614,489 5,518,900 5,518,900 5,820,000
Expenditures
Police 476,000 476,000 476,000 476,000 476,000
Parks, Recreation and Public Property 1,550,000 1,635,250 1,725,200 1,725,200 1,820,100
Public Works - 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000
Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc 1,193,655 700,000 700,000 700,000 700,000
Other Budgetary Accounts - Debt Service 2,216,169 2,260,492 2,305,702 2,305,702 2,351,816
Total Expenditures 5,435,824 5,191,742 5,326,902 5,326,902 5,467,916
Fund balance, end of year
Undesignated fund balance (237,006) 185,741 194,762 377,739 729,823
This fund was created upon receipt of $194,013 from the Douglas County Lucky Rainbow Lottery proceeds. Authorization for city lotteries was granted by the state legislature upon passage of the Nebraska County and City Lottery Act. In 2016 there are city-wide keno gross handles of $59 million budgeted. The revenues in this fund have been reduced by 2% for State of Nebraska taxes and by 1% for a City of Omaha admin fee that goes into the General Fund. At present the City has one contractual agreement.
The following appropriations are in the 2016 budget:
Omaha Zoological Society $ 1,820,100Downtown Stadium Lease Purchase $ 2,351,816Humane Society $ 700,000Police Cruisers $ 476,000Clean Up Omaha $ 120,000
(237,006) 185,741 194,762 377,739 729,823Ending Fund Balance
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2,661 7,353 (6,684) (75,301) (61,846)Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
12115
Fund
Library Fines And Fees
Schedule No.
B-11
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Revenues
Charges for Service 432,418 394,838 463,455 463,455 422,455
Total Revenues 432,418 394,838 463,455 463,455 422,455
Expenditures
Library 427,726 477,492 450,000 450,000 250,000
Total Expenditures 427,726 477,492 450,000 450,000 250,000
Fund balance, end of year
Undesignated fund balance 7,353 (75,301) 6,771 (61,846) 110,609
Ordinance #33788 dated January 9, 1996, with an effective date of January 1, 1996, authorizes the revenue generated through fees and fines collected by the Library to be recorded and collected into this Special Revenue Fund.
7,353 (75,301) 6,771 (61,846) 110,609Ending Fund Balance
-200,000
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- 7,764 42,764 153,086 153,086Beginning Fund Balance
Undesignated fund balance 7,764 153,086 42,764 153,086 153,086
City Ordinance # 36247, passed April 29, 2003 authorized the City of Omaha to collect a 1% fee (1% of final construction costs) from subdivision applications using Sanitary and Improvement District financing. The fee is collected when the final plat application is approved by the City Engineer. The fee revenue is used to offset costs of City personnel in the Planning and Public Works Departments.
7,764 153,086 42,764 153,086 153,086Ending Fund Balance
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SUMMARY OF FUND TRANSACTIONS
1,178,240 519,685 (24,315) (734,894) 305,106Beginning Fund Balance
Total Expenditures 3,553,790 2,444,000 2,548,980 2,548,980 2,100,000
Fund balance, end of year
Undesignated fund balance 519,685 (734,894) 15,685 305,106 55,106
In 1995 this Special Revenue Fund was created to account for the revenue generated by a property tax levy assessed on Douglas County residents living in unincorporated areas. The Douglas County board passed this levy for the purpose of providing county-wide funding for the Omaha Public Library System. Library services are provided to County residents in these areas and until this action was taken no property tax support from outside the City for the Library System was received.
519,685 (734,894) 15,685 305,106 55,106Ending Fund Balance
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SUMMARY OF FUND TRANSACTIONS
40,342 31,023 47,386 40,908 47,814Beginning Fund Balance
Total Revenues 233,422 258,094 265,000 265,000 265,000
Expenditures
State Turnback Revenue 242,741 248,209 258,094 258,094 245,188
Total Expenditures 242,741 248,209 258,094 258,094 245,188
Fund balance, end of year
Undesignated fund balance 31,023 40,908 54,292 47,814 67,626
This special revenue fund was created upon adoption of LB 551 by the State Legislature and amended in 2008 by LB 754 and LB 912, and by LB 63 in 2009.
The City receives 70% of the state sales tax collected through the Century Link Center Omaha and the Hilton hotel. Ninety percent of the funds the City receives are used to repay the Century Link Center debt (see Schedule B-23). The remaining 10% of the City's revenue from this source is to be distributed for tourism-related purposes or to assist with the reduction of street and gang violence in the areas of the City with high concentrations of poverty. Use of the funds is determined by a three-person committee in the area, including the City Council Member, County Board Member, and a third member selected by the other two.
31,023 40,908 54,292 47,814 67,626Ending Fund Balance
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3,116,071 2,990,873 2,922,374 2,948,670 2,880,170Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
15112
Fund
Western Heritage Special Revenue
Schedule No.
B-15
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Revenues
Investment Income (25,198) 57,797 31,500 31,500 31,500
Total Revenues (25,198) 57,797 31,500 31,500 31,500
Expenditures
Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 75,000
Total Expenditures 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 75,000
Fund balance, end of year
Designated Reserve for Collection Endowment 2,717,918 2,717,918 2,717,918 2,717,918 2,717,918
Undesignated fund balance 272,955 230,752 135,956 162,252 118,752
This fund was established in accordance with City Ordinance #33472 passed January 31, 1995 whereby the City agreed to contribute monies toward the renovation and construction at the Western Heritage Museum. These funds were realized from the sale of a portion of the Byron Reed coin and manuscript collection held in October, 1996. Ordinance # 34792, passed December 22, 1998 amended the original Redevelopment Agreement creating a separate "Endowment" and "Expenditure" account which provides funding for the care, professional consultation, display, preservation and enhancement of the coin collection.
2,990,873 2,948,670 2,853,874 2,880,170 2,836,670Ending Fund Balance
-1,000,000
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SUMMARY OF FUND TRANSACTIONS
(2,422,708) (1,972,005) (1,722,005) (1,606,308) (723,037)Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
12135
Fund
Community Park Development
Schedule No.
B-16
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Revenues
Charges for Service 450,703 396,717 250,000 950,000 350,000
Total Revenues 450,703 396,717 250,000 950,000 350,000
Expenditures
Prior Year Encumbrances - - - 66,729 -
Parks, Recreation and Public Property - 31,020 - - -
Total Expenditures - 31,020 - 66,729 -
Fund balance, end of year
Reserve for Encumbrance - 66,729 - - -
Undesignated fund balance (1,972,005) (1,673,037) (1,472,005) (723,037) (373,037)
This special revenue fund was established to provide a funding source for future park and trail development in newly developed neighborhoods. Land and new housing developers are charged a fee to be used to purchase and develop land for park purposes.
In 2010, the Omaha Suburban Park System Master Plan was revised. Fees are collected with the approval of the final plat and during the building permit review.
(1,972,005) (1,606,308) (1,472,005) (723,037) (373,037)Ending Fund Balance
-3,000,000
-2,000,000
-1,000,000
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SUMMARY OF FUND TRANSACTIONS
1,685,208 2,486,651 1,828,751 1,821,813 1,409,074Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
21109
Fund
Omaha Convention & Visitors
Schedule No.
B-17
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Revenues
Business Tax 3,670,355 3,167,844 3,749,511 4,581,033 3,905,705
Charges for Service 168,198 145,406 153,000 153,000 153,000
Miscellaneous 38,878 13,445 35,000 35,000 35,000
Total Revenues 3,877,431 3,326,695 3,937,511 4,769,033 4,093,705
Other Budgetary Accounts - Benefits - - - - 117,092
Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc 69,030 63,955 78,397 78,397 89,641
Total Expenditures 3,075,988 3,991,533 4,932,896 5,181,772 5,415,193
Fund balance, end of year
Reserve for Encumbrance 321,268 248,876 - - -
Undesignated fund balance 2,165,383 1,572,937 833,366 1,409,074 87,586
The fund accounts for the operations of the Greater Omaha Convention and Visitors Bureau. The Bureau was formerly a function of Douglas County government. Since April 1, 2002, the Bureau is directed by the City of Omaha. The fund is self-supporting with revenues primarily from hotel/motel tax levied by the State for Douglas County. Effective August 1, 2008, the City levied a 1/2% hotel/motel tax to support operations of the Bureau.
2,486,651 1,821,813 833,366 1,409,074 87,586Ending Fund Balance
0
2,000,000
4,000,000
6,000,000
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SUMMARY OF FUND TRANSACTIONS
1,882,297 2,194,357 2,729,205 2,367,832 2,061,390Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
12128
Fund
Storm Water Fee Revenue
Schedule No.
B-18
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Revenues
Charges for Service 1,485,656 1,291,041 1,900,000 1,900,000 1,900,000
Total Revenues 1,485,656 1,291,041 1,900,000 1,900,000 1,900,000
Expenditures
Prior Year Encumbrances - - - 98,306 -
Public Works 1,125,424 1,133,973 2,104,017 2,104,017 1,633,044
Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc - - 4,119 4,119 -
Total Expenditures 1,125,424 1,133,973 2,108,136 2,206,442 1,633,044
Other Financing Sources
Transfers out (48,172) - - - -
Transfers in - 16,407 - - -
Total Other Financing Sources (48,172) 16,407 - - -
Fund balance, end of year
Reserve for Encumbrance 108,170 98,306 - - -
Undesignated fund balance 2,086,187 2,269,526 2,521,069 2,061,390 2,328,346
This special revenue fund was established to account for revenues collected from a fee charged to all residential, industrial, and commercial Metropolitan Utilities District customers. The funds are used to implement administrative requirements of the NPDES Stormwater Permit issued in 2005. This function is mandated by the Environmental Protection Agency of the Federal Government. These fees were initiated in 2004 upon passage by the City Council in 2003.
2,194,357 2,367,832 2,521,069 2,061,390 2,328,346Ending Fund Balance
0
1,000,000
2,000,000
3,000,000
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SUMMARY OF FUND TRANSACTIONS
(77,060) (27,556) (30,894) (115,286) (166,818)Beginning Fund Balance
Total Revenues 430,894 318,706 450,000 550,000 550,000
Expenditures
Prior Year Encumbrances - - - 142,978 -
Public Works 413,155 406,436 451,317 451,317 483,837
Other Budgetary Accounts - Benefits - - - - 23,419
Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc - - 7,237 7,237 -
Total Expenditures 413,155 406,436 458,554 601,532 507,256
Other financing Sources
Transfer from Sewer Revenue Fund 31,765 - - - -
Total Other financing Sources 31,765 - - - -
Fund balance, end of year
Reserve for Encumbrance 9,300 142,978 - - -
Undesignated fund balance (36,856) (258,264) (39,448) (166,818) (124,074)
In August of 2001, an Interlocal Agreement between Omaha, Douglas and Sarpy counties was executed to establish a regional collection center for household hazardous waste. Under the terms of the Agreement, Omaha is responsible for providing the site for construction of the facility, for submitting grant applications to fund construction and operation, and for operating the facility. Douglas and Sarpy counties are responsible for supplementing grant funds as needed to cover the operating costs. This facility opened in the spring of 2005.
(27,556) (115,286) (39,448) (166,818) (124,074)Ending Fund Balance
-400,000
-200,000
0
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800,000
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SUMMARY OF FUND TRANSACTIONS
187,429 256,983 399,952 399,688 560,020Beginning Fund Balance
Total Revenues 130,000 130,000 130,000 130,000 130,000
Expenditures
Parks, Recreation and Public Property 190,446 117,295 99,668 99,668 125,000
Total Expenditures 190,446 117,295 99,668 99,668 125,000
Other Financing Sources
Transfers In 130,000 130,000 130,000 130,000 130,000
Total Other Financing Sources 130,000 130,000 130,000 130,000 130,000
Fund balance, end of year
Reserve for Encumbrance 116 - - - -
Undesignated fund balance 256,867 399,688 560,284 560,020 695,020
This fund was created to carry out the operation and maintenance requirements for the Missouri River Pedestrian Bridge as set forth in ordinance 35356 Section IV paragraph B Operation and Maintenance Funding; adopted October 10, 2000.
This agreement requires the cities of Omaha, Nebraska and Council Bluffs, Iowa to each contribute by March 1st of each year $130,000 to the fund. The annual appropriation amount may be adjusted as necessary to provide amounts necessary to maintain the trail crossing bridge in good working order, in a safe condition suitable for pedestrian use, and in accordance with applicable state, local and federal standards for bridges.
Funds may be used for inspection, operation and maintenance of the bridge.
256,983 399,688 560,284 560,020 695,020Ending Fund Balance
0
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800,000
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SUMMARY OF FUND TRANSACTIONS
422,320 650,683 749,338 784,475 859,078Beginning Fund Balance
Total Revenues 356,962 339,269 300,000 300,000 325,000
Expenditures
Prior Year Encumbrances - - - (313) -
Finance - 23,482 25,000 25,000 20,000
Planning 128,599 181,995 200,710 200,710 248,518
Total Expenditures 128,599 205,477 225,710 225,397 268,518
Fund balance, end of year
Reserve for Encumbrance (313) (313) - - -
Undesignated fund balance 650,996 784,788 823,628 859,078 915,560
To account for the revenues received, and the expenditures for a City Planner in the Planning Department. This special revenue fund was created to record fees collected on TIF projects in accordance with the City of Omaha Municipal Code, Section 24-150, Fees: Tax Increment Financing Applications, Processing and Administration. Funds received will be used to fund additional staff required to administer the processing of TIF applications.
650,683 784,475 823,628 859,078 915,560Ending Fund Balance
0
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800,000
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SUMMARY OF FUND TRANSACTIONS
254,797 448,529 279,415 450,770 329,351Beginning Fund Balance
Total Revenues 595,831 461,463 500,000 500,000 500,000
Expenditures
Prior Year Encumbrances - - - 94,819 -
Planning 402,099 459,222 526,600 526,600 591,450
Total Expenditures 402,099 459,222 526,600 621,419 591,450
Fund balance, end of year
Reserve for Encumbrance 240,614 94,819 - - -
Undesignated fund balance 207,915 355,951 252,815 329,351 237,901
To account for technology and training fees from any permit, inspection, zoning approval, subdivision approval, board application or other item sought from or performed by the Planning Department. Fees collected will be used to defray the costs of enhancing the technological resources and training of the Planning Department. This is City Council ordinance number 39121.
448,529 450,770 252,815 329,351 237,901Ending Fund Balance
0
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600,000
800,000
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SUMMARY OF FUND TRANSACTIONS
130,845 477,920 - 997,634 1,372,634Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
12209
Fund
Ballpark Revenue Fund
Schedule No.
B-22-1
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Revenues
Charges for Service 317,092 369,567 - 375,000 400,000
Total Revenues 317,092 369,567 - 375,000 400,000
Expenditures
Parks, Recreation and Public Property 30,000 - - - -
Total Expenditures 30,000 - - - -
Other Financing Sources
Transfer from Fund 11112 59,983 150,147 - - -
Total Other Financing Sources 59,983 150,147 - - -
Fund balance, end of year
Undesignated fund balance 477,920 997,634 - 1,372,634 1,772,634
With the passage of City Ordinance #68123 dated June 1, 2008, the City Council established the Ballpark Revenue Fund. The purpose of this special revenue fund is to accumulate excess College World Series revenues for any purpose related to the New Stadium or itsoperations. The annual excess of Public Funds that exceed the stadium debt service or the Variable Funds that exceed planned projections are to be deposited into this fund. The City's portion of the College World Series revenue shall also be deposited into this fund. The City may retain all Public Surplus Funds in the event the fund balance of this fund exceeds $10,000,000.
477,920 997,634 - 1,372,634 1,772,634Ending Fund Balance
0
500,000
1,000,000
1,500,000
2,000,000
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51
SUMMARY OF FUND TRANSACTIONS
18,689,053 15,246,819 10,758,715 14,696,034 11,948,055Beginning Fund Balance
Charges for Service 1,466,842 1,350,528 1,725,000 1,725,000 1,725,000
Investment Income 351,007 181,031 275,000 275,000 275,000
Miscellaneous 1,431,859 6,575,654 - - -
Total Revenues 60,822,104 65,209,556 63,830,470 63,830,470 65,780,797
Expenditures
Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc 538,386 518,701 583,133 583,133 606,646
Other Budgetary Accounts - Debt Service 75,114,658 76,766,432 65,995,316 65,995,316 63,338,123
Total Expenditures 75,653,044 77,285,133 66,578,449 66,578,449 63,944,769
Other Financing Sources
Proceeds from Bond Sales 11,388,706 11,524,792 - - -
Total Other Financing Sources 11,388,706 11,524,792 - - -
Fund balance, end of year
Undesignated fund balance 15,246,819 14,696,034 8,010,736 11,948,055 13,784,083
This fund was created by the City Charter and is sustained by a separate debt service fund property tax levy. Its purpose is to accumulate resources for servicing the general obligation bonded debt of the City. The levy provides the revenues for retirement of bonds and interest payments on general obligation bonds issued by the City and assumed by the City in connection with annexations. The actual and projected property tax revenues above are derived from a levy of 19.281 cents per one hundred dollars in 2013 & 2014, & 20.131 cents in 2015 & 2016.
In 2000, to help fund the $198 million issue for the Convention Center, several additional revenue sources were identified. The additional revenue sources include Seat Tax, Parking Revenue, and State Turnback Revenue. These revenues along with the property tax levy are required in order to maintain at least a two million dollar cash balance throughout the life of currently issued and projected future bond issues.
15,246,819 14,696,034 8,010,736 11,948,055 13,784,083Ending Fund Balance
0
20,000,000
40,000,000
60,000,000
80,000,000
100,000,000
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SUMMARY OF FUND TRANSACTIONS
3,799,690 3,289,853 3,067,040 3,037,093 4,210,333Beginning Fund Balance
Total Revenues 9,045,248 9,263,172 9,490,137 9,490,137 9,592,939
Expenditures
Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc 43,190 42,650 46,185 46,185 48,035
Other Budgetary Accounts - Debt Service 9,511,895 9,473,282 8,270,712 8,270,712 8,573,625
Total Expenditures 9,555,085 9,515,932 8,316,897 8,316,897 8,621,660
Fund balance, end of year
Undesignated fund balance 3,289,853 3,037,093 4,240,280 4,210,333 2,181,612
This fund was established to accumulate revenues and pay bond and interest obligations on Redevelopment Bonds. These bonds are serviced by a variety of revenue sources including Property Tax Revenue, Tax Allocation Revenue, State Cigarette Tax Revenue, Douglas County Miller Park Contributions, Century Link Naming Rights and Land Sales. The property tax levy for 2013 through 2016 is 1.594 cents per $100 of taxable valuation.
3,289,853 3,037,093 4,240,280 4,210,333 5,181,612Ending Fund Balance
0
2,500,000
5,000,000
7,500,000
10,000,000
12,500,000
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SUMMARY OF FUND TRANSACTIONS
3,812,113 507,745 - 52,783 - Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
13182
Fund
2006 Transportation
Schedule No.
B-25-1
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Revenues
Miscellaneous 1,194,372 401,371 - - -
Total Revenues 1,194,372 401,371 - - -
Expenditures
Prior Year Encumbrances - - - 260,987 -
Capital 4,102,248 856,333 - - -
Public Works 396,492 - - - -
Total Expenditures 4,498,740 856,333 - 260,987 -
Other Financing Sources
Transfer from Fund 13183 - - - 208,204 -
Total Other Financing Sources - - - 208,204 -
Fund balance, end of year
Reserve for Encumbrance 596,887 260,987 - - -
Undesignated fund balance (89,142) (208,204) - - -
This bond fund was established upon voter authorization for issuance of $58,066,000 of General Obligation Bonds in the May 2006 Primary Election. Proceeds from the sale of these bonds are being expended for the cost of construction and improvement of streets, expressways, freeways and various bridge improvements throughout the City. The last bonds were issued in 2012.
507,745 52,783 - - - Ending Fund Balance
0
1,000,000
2,000,000
3,000,000
4,000,000
5,000,000
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SUMMARY OF FUND TRANSACTIONS
101,684 (2,150,469) - 3,798,384 - Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
13183
Fund
2010 Transportation
Schedule No.
B-25-2
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Revenues
Miscellaneous 2,795,693 2,517,453 - - -
Total Revenues 2,795,693 2,517,453 - - -
Expenditures
Prior Year Encumbrances - - - 5,461,625 -
Capital 13,987,448 11,289,032 14,139,000 12,267,555 5,169,000
Total Expenditures 13,987,448 11,289,032 14,139,000 17,729,180 5,169,000
Other Financing Sources
Transfer to Fund 13182 - - - (208,204) -
Proceeds from Bond Sales 9,089,000 14,955,688 14,139,000 14,139,000 5,169,000
Transfer from Fund 12128 16,407 (16,407) - - -
Transfer to Fund 13112 - (218,849) - - -
Transfer to Fund 13123 (165,805) - - - -
Total Other Financing Sources 8,939,602 14,720,432 14,139,000 13,930,796 5,169,000
Fund balance, end of year
Reserve for Encumbrance 2,842,604 5,461,625 - - -
Undesignated fund balance (4,993,073) (1,663,241) - - -
This bond fund was established upon voter authorization for issuance of $44,280,000 of General Obligation Bonds in the May 2010 Primary Election. Proceeds from the sale of these bonds are being expended for the cost of construction and improvement of streets, expressways, freeways, and various bridge improvements throughout the City.
(2,150,469) 3,798,384 - - - Ending Fund Balance
-5,000,000
0
5,000,000
10,000,000
15,000,000
20,000,000
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SUMMARY OF FUND TRANSACTIONS
- - - - - Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
13184
Fund
2014 Transportation
Schedule No.
B-25-3
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Expenditures
Public Works - - - - 11,293,000
Total Expenditures - - - - 11,293,000
Other Financing Sources
Proceeds from Bond Sales - - - - 11,293,000
Total Other Financing Sources - - - - 11,293,000
This bond fund was established upon voter authorization for issuance of $44,7375,000 of General Obligation Bonds in the May 2014 Primary Election. Proceeds from the sale of these bonds are being expended for the cost of construction and improvement of streets, expressways, freeways, and various bridge improvements throughout the City.
- - - - - Ending Fund Balance
0
2,500,000
5,000,000
7,500,000
10,000,000
12,500,000
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SUMMARY OF FUND TRANSACTIONS
349,084 148,273 - - - Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
13122
Fund
2006 Environment
Schedule No.
B-26-1
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Expenditures
Capital 200,811 210,408 - - -
Total Expenditures 200,811 210,408 - - -
Other Financing Sources
Transfer from Fund 13123 - 62,135 - - -
Total Other Financing Sources - 62,135 - - -
Fund balance, end of year
Reserve for Encumbrance 210,408 - - - -
Undesignated fund balance (62,135) - - - -
This bond fund was established upon voter authorization for issuance of $4,150,000 of General Obligation Bonds in the May 2006 Primary Election. Proceeds from the sale of these bonds are being expended for the cost of construction and improvement of storm, sanitary and interceptor sewers throughout the City. The last of the bonds were issued in 2012.
148,273 - - - - Ending Fund Balance
0
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SUMMARY OF FUND TRANSACTIONS
1,990,585 867,933 - 89,534 - Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
13123
Fund
2010 Environment
Schedule No.
B-26-2
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Revenues
Miscellaneous 265,966 1,013,014 - - -
Total Revenues 265,966 1,013,014 - - -
Expenditures
Prior Year Encumbrances - - - 1,868,908 -
Capital 2,746,423 2,229,278 3,885,000 2,449,626 -
Total Expenditures 2,746,423 2,229,278 3,885,000 4,318,534 -
Other Financing Sources
Premium on Bond Sales 46,000 39,700 - - -
Proceeds from Bond Sales 1,146,000 460,300 3,885,000 4,229,000 -
Transfer to Fund 13122 - (62,135) - - -
Transfer from Fund 13183 165,805 - - - -
Total Other Financing Sources 1,357,805 437,865 3,885,000 4,229,000 -
Fund balance, end of year
Reserve for Encumbrance 1,689,368 1,868,908 - - -
Undesignated fund balance (821,435) (1,779,374) - - -
This bond fund was established upon voter authorization for issuance of $7,875,000 of General Obligation Bonds in the May 2010 Primary Election. Proceeds from the sale of these bonds are being expended for the cost of construction and improvement of storm, sanitary and interceptor sewers throughout the City. The last bond will be issued in 2015.
867,933 89,534 - - - Ending Fund Balance
0
1,000,000
2,000,000
3,000,000
4,000,000
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58
SUMMARY OF FUND TRANSACTIONS
- - - - - Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
13124
Fund
2014 Environment
Schedule No.
B-26-3
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Expenditures
Public Works - - 1,020,000 1,119,000 3,484,000
Total Expenditures - - 1,020,000 1,119,000 3,484,000
Other Financing Sources
Proceeds from Bond Sales - - 1,020,000 1,119,000 3,484,000
Total Other Financing Sources - - 1,020,000 1,119,000 3,484,000
This bond fund was established upon voter authorization for issuance of $13,616,000 of General Obligation Bonds in the May 2014 Primary Election. Proceeds from the sale of these bonds are being expended for the cost of construction and improvement of storm, sanitary and interceptor sewers throughout the City.
- - - - - Ending Fund Balance
0
1,000,000
2,000,000
3,000,000
4,000,000
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SUMMARY OF FUND TRANSACTIONS
1,116,154 1,195,105 - - - Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
13354
Fund
2006 Parks And Recreation
Schedule No.
B-28-2
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Revenues
Miscellaneous - 11,414 - - -
Total Revenues - 11,414 - - -
Expenditures
Capital (78,951) 2,873 - - -
Total Expenditures (78,951) 2,873 - - -
Other Financing Sources
Transfer to Fund 13355 - (1,203,646) - - -
Total Other Financing Sources - (1,203,646) - - -
Fund balance, end of year
Reserve for Encumbrance 10,631 - - - -
Undesignated fund balance 1,184,474 - - - -
This bond fund was established upon voter authorization for issuance of $16,930,000 of General Obligation Bonds in May 2006. Proceeds from the sale are being expended for the construction and rehabilitation of recreational and cultural facilities and the development and redevelopment of parks throughout the City. The last bonds were issued in 2012.
1,195,105 - - - - Ending Fund Balance
-2,000,000
-1,000,000
0
1,000,000
2,000,000
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60
SUMMARY OF FUND TRANSACTIONS
2,399,541 (360,143) - 1,100,103 - Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
13355
Fund
2010 Parks And Recreation
Schedule No.
B-28-3
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Revenues
Miscellaneous 291,905 1,507,424 - 3,952,854 -
Total Revenues 291,905 1,507,424 - 3,952,854 -
Expenditures
Prior Year Encumbrances - - - 6,271,957 -
Capital 5,591,903 3,650,824 3,260,000 3,260,000 1,498,000
Total Expenditures 5,591,903 3,650,824 3,260,000 9,531,957 1,498,000
Other Financing Sources
Proceeds from Bond Sales 1,937,000 2,400,000 3,260,000 4,479,000 1,498,000
Transfers in 603,314 1,203,646 - - -
Total Other Financing Sources 2,540,314 3,603,646 3,260,000 4,479,000 1,498,000
Fund balance, end of year
Reserve for Encumbrance 2,250,447 6,271,957 - - -
Undesignated fund balance (2,610,590) (5,171,854) - - -
This bond fund was established upon voter authorization for issuance of $14,410,000 of General Obligation Bonds in May 2010. Proceeds from the sale are being expended for the construction and rehabilitation of recreational and cultural facilities and the development and redevelopment of parks throughout the City. The last bonds will be issued in 2016.
(360,143) 1,100,103 - - - Ending Fund Balance
-2,500,000
0
2,500,000
5,000,000
7,500,000
10,000,000
12,500,000
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SUMMARY OF FUND TRANSACTIONS
- - - - - Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
13356
Fund
2014 Parks and Recreation
Schedule No.
B-28-4
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Expenditures
Parks, Recreation and Public Property - - - - 1,896,000
Total Expenditures - - - - 1,896,000
Other Financing Sources
Proceeds from Bond Sales - - - - 1,896,000
Total Other Financing Sources - - - - 1,896,000
- - - - - Ending Fund Balance
0
500,000
1,000,000
1,500,000
2,000,000
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SUMMARY OF FUND TRANSACTIONS
334,557 - - - - Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
13297
Fund
2006 Public Safety
Schedule No.
B-30-1
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Expenditures
Capital 275,000 - - - -
Total Expenditures 275,000 - - - -
Other Financing Sources
Transfer to Fund 13298 (59,557) - - - -
Total Other Financing Sources (59,557) - - - -
At the May 2006 Primary Election, the voters authorized the issuance of $7,260,000 of General Obligation Bonds. Proceeds from the sale of these bonds will be used for the various Public Safety capital expenditures including the purchase of aerials, pumpers and emergency vehicle preemption system equipment. The last bonds were issued in 2012.
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-100,000
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271,676 612,255 - 575,931 - Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
13298
Fund
2010 Public Safety
Schedule No.
B-30-2
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Expenditures
Prior Year Encumbrances - - - 775,787 -
Capital 383,998 82,684 - 831,144 -
Fire 973,980 620,862 1,469,000 1,469,000 -
Total Expenditures 1,357,978 703,546 1,469,000 3,075,931 -
Other Financing Sources
Proceeds from Bond Sales 1,639,000 650,000 1,469,000 2,500,000 -
Transfer from Fund 11111 - 17,222 - - -
Transfer from Fund 13297 59,557 - - - -
Total Other Financing Sources 1,698,557 667,222 1,469,000 2,500,000 -
Fund balance, end of year
Reserve for Encumbrance 577,632 775,682 - - -
Undesignated fund balance 34,623 (199,751) - - -
At the May 2010 Primary Election, the voters authorized the issuance of $4,710,000 of General Obligation Bonds. Proceeds from the sale of these bonds will be used for the various Public Safety capital expenditures including the purchase of aerials, pumpers and emergency vehicle preemption system equipment. The last bonds will be issued in 2015.
612,255 575,931 - - - Ending Fund Balance
0
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- - - - - Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
13299
Fund
2014 Public Safety
Schedule No.
B-30-3
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Expenditures
Fire - - 345,000 153,000 2,000,000
Total Expenditures - - 345,000 153,000 2,000,000
Other Financing Sources
Proceeds from Bond Sales - - 345,000 153,000 2,000,000
Total Other Financing Sources - - 345,000 153,000 2,000,000
This Capital Project fund was created in the 2014 Primary Election when the voters authorized the issuance of $6,250,000 of General Obligation Bonds. Proceeds from the sale of these bonds will be used for the various Public Safety capital expenditures, including but not limited to, aerials, pumpers, and emergency vehicle preemption system equipment. The first issue of the bonds will be issued in 2015 for $345,000.
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0
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1,132,706 592,529 - - - Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
13244
Fund
2006 Public Facilities
Schedule No.
B-32-1
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Expenditures
Capital 40,586 69,276 - - -
Fire 449 - - - -
Public Works 174,142 - - - -
Total Expenditures 215,177 69,276 - - -
Other Financing Sources
Transfer to Fund 12131 (325,000) - - - -
Transfer to Fund 13245 - (523,253) - - -
Total Other Financing Sources (325,000) (523,253) - - -
Fund balance, end of year
Reserve for Encumbrance 71,601 - - - -
Undesignated fund balance 520,928 - - - -
At the May 2006 Primary Election, the voters authorized the issuance of $16,540,000 of General Obligation Bonds. Proceeds from the sale of these bonds will be used for the replacement and rehabilitation of public buildings. The last bonds were issued in 2012.
592,529 - - - - Ending Fund Balance
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1,384,580 (759,609) - (191,205) - Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
13245
Fund
2010 Public Facilities
Schedule No.
B-32-2
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Revenues
Miscellaneous 40,000 - - - -
Total Revenues 40,000 - - - -
Expenditures
Prior Year Encumbrances - - - 854,140 -
Capital 2,753,714 566,812 598,000 1,858,655 -
Fire 358,274 579,783 - - -
Parks, Recreation and Public Property (100,023) 669,007 - - -
Public Works 79,343 262,675 - - -
Library - 176,572 - - -
Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc (14,237) - - - -
Total Expenditures 3,077,071 2,254,849 598,000 2,712,795 -
Other Financing Sources
Proceeds from Bond Sales 1,002,750 2,117,600 598,000 2,904,000 -
Premium on Bond Sales 40,250 182,400 - - -
Transfers in 207 544,732 - - -
Transfers out (150,325) (21,479) - - -
Total Other Financing Sources 892,882 2,823,253 598,000 2,904,000 -
Fund balance, end of year
Reserve for Encumbrance 1,326,029 854,140 - - -
Undesignated fund balance (2,085,638) (1,045,345) - - -
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SUMMARY OF FUND TRANSACTIONS
At the May 2010 Primary Election, the voters authorized the issuance of $8,025,000 of General Obligation Bonds. Proceeds from the sale of these bonds will be used for the replacement and rehabilitation of public buildings. The last bonds will be issued in 2015.
(759,609) (191,205) - - - Ending Fund Balance
-1,000,000
0
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- - - - - Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
13246
Fund
2014 Public Facilities
Schedule No.
B-32-3
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Expenditures
Planning - - - - 250,000
Police - - 2,097,000 2,097,000 1,775,000
Public Works - - 552,000 375,000 1,100,000
Total Expenditures - - 2,649,000 2,472,000 3,125,000
Other Financing Sources
Proceeds from Bond Sales - - 2,649,000 2,472,000 3,125,000
Total Other Financing Sources - - 2,649,000 2,472,000 3,125,000
This Capital Projects Fund was established to account for the construction of projects funded with proceeds from the 2014 Public Facility Bond Authorization. The Bond Authorization amount is $10,272,000.
- - - - - Ending Fund Balance
0
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5,827,235 3,164,051 - 400,146 (1,125,596)Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
13112
Fund
City Capital Improvement
Schedule No.
B-33
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Revenues
Miscellaneous 140,414 2,877,652 - - -
Total Revenues 140,414 2,877,652 - - -
Expenditures
Prior Year Encumbrances - - - 1,525,742 -
Capital 3,795,738 7,038,039 - - -
Parks - - - - 2,000,000
Public Works - - 5,000,000 5,000,000 -
Total Expenditures 3,795,738 7,038,039 5,000,000 6,525,742 2,000,000
Other Financing Sources
Transfer from Fund 13183 - 218,849 - - -
Transfer from Fund 13573 - 78,000 - - -
Transfer from Fund 11111 - 990,844 - - -
Transfer from Fund 12131 - 108,645 - - -
Transfer from Fund 13245 150,325 - - - -
Premium on Bond Sales 5,945 - - - -
Proceeds from Bond Sales 835,000 - 5,000,000 5,000,000 3,125,596
Interest from Bond Proceeds 870 144 - - -
Total Other Financing Sources 992,140 1,396,482 5,000,000 5,000,000 3,125,596
Fund balance, end of year
Reserve for Encumbrance 710,527 1,525,742 - - -
Undesignated fund balance 2,453,524 (1,125,596) - (1,125,596) -
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This capital project fund was created in 1981 and is supplemented by General Fund appropriations and grants for capital improvements. The current and projected expenditures of these funds are outlined above.
3,164,051 400,146 - (1,125,596) - Ending Fund Balance
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2,850,694 3,287,040 2,106,605 3,339,906 1,414,906Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
13111
Fund
Advanced Acquisition
Schedule No.
B-34
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Revenues
Miscellaneous 478,529 1,575,285 - - -
Total Revenues 478,529 1,575,285 - - -
Expenditures
Capital 42,183 1,522,419 1,400,000 1,400,000 -
Public Works - - 500,000 500,000 -
Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc - - 25,000 25,000 -
Total Expenditures 42,183 1,522,419 1,925,000 1,925,000 -
Fund balance, end of year
Undesignated fund balance 3,287,040 3,339,906 181,605 1,414,906 1,414,906
The Advance Acquisition Fund was established by Section 5.20 of the Home Rule Charter. The net proceeds from the sale or exchange of real property not needed for public purposes is to be credited to this fund. Section 5.03 permits usage of available funds to facilitate the orderly and timely acquisition of real estate for public purposes as proposed in the master plan.
3,287,040 3,339,906 181,605 1,414,906 1,414,906Ending Fund Balance
0
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(10,130,922) 1,295,320 1,565,318 1,715,241 1,835,241Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
13418
Fund
Downtown Stadium & Companion Proj
Schedule No.
B-35
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Revenues
Charges for Service 11,794,415 852,028 750,000 750,000 750,000
Total Revenues 11,794,415 852,028 750,000 750,000 750,000
Expenditures
Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc 611,956 565,119 630,000 630,000 630,000
Total Expenditures 611,956 565,119 630,000 630,000 630,000
Other Financing Sources
Proceeds from Bond Sales 243,783 133,012 - - -
Total Other Financing Sources 243,783 133,012 - - -
Fund balance, end of year
Undesignated fund balance 1,295,320 1,715,241 1,685,318 1,835,241 1,955,241
On June 10, 2008, City Council approved agreements authorizing the construction of a new downtown baseball stadium (Ordinances #38123 and 38124). The NCAA and College World Series, Inc. entered into an agreement to hold the Men's College World Series in the new stadium for 26 years, commencing with its 2011 opening. The Stadium was financed by private donations and the issuance of lease-purchase bonds. This fund accounts for the debt issuance and construction costs for the project.
See Schedule B-2, Stadium Revenue Fund, which will account for the revenues and expenditures related to the stadium debt repayment.
There is an annual allocation of $500,000 that represents a capital requirement set forth in the agreement between the NCAA, MECA, CWS and the City of Omaha. These funds cannot exceed $5 million, and are used to fund capital repairs and replacements to the TD Ameritrade Stadium.
1,295,320 1,715,241 1,685,318 1,835,241 1,955,241Ending Fund Balance
0
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85,733 - - - - Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
13573
Fund
Capital Special Assessment
Schedule No.
B-40-1
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Revenues
Charges for Service 525,051 423,836 465,000 465,000 465,000
Investment Income 34,100 7,576 30,000 30,000 30,000
Miscellaneous 1,197,003 1,046,661 - - -
Total Revenues 1,756,154 1,478,073 495,000 495,000 495,000
Expenditures
Prior Year Encumbrances - - - 9,867 -
Finance 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000
Planning 300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000
Parks, Recreation and Public Property 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 40,000
Public Works 1,594,836 1,400,118 865,000 865,000 865,000
Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc 1,128 1,880 3,000 3,000 3,000
Total Expenditures 1,940,964 1,746,998 1,213,000 1,222,867 1,228,000
Other Financing Sources
Proceeds from Bond Sales - - 355,932 355,932 733,000
Transfer from Fund 13574 99,077 268,925 362,068 371,935 -
Total Other Financing Sources 99,077 268,925 718,000 727,867 733,000
Fund balance, end of year
Reserve for Encumbrance 233,281 9,867 - - -
Undesignated fund balance (233,281) (9,867) - - -
This fund operates as a revolving fund and is used to account for financing of public improvements within the special assessment improvement districts. Specific and compulsory levies are made against benefited properties to recover the cost of the improvements. Improvement district property owners are permitted to repay the levy on an amortized basis over a period of up to 10 years.
Section 5.27 of the Home Rule Charter of the City of Omaha, 1956, as amended, provides for borrowing of up to 90% of the outstanding assessments receivable plus the amount paid on project spending assessment and in progress.
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680,347 858,348 135,068 785,231 640,296Beginning Fund Balance
Fund No.
13574
Fund
Service Special Assessment
Schedule No.
B-40-2
P - R - O - J - E - C - T - E - D
2013Actual
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2015Revised
2016Recommended
Revenues
Charges for Service 239,501 167,770 200,000 200,000 200,000
Investment Income 38,666 31,242 35,000 35,000 35,000
Miscellaneous Revenue 3,423 - - - -
Total Revenues 281,590 199,012 235,000 235,000 235,000
Expenditures
Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc 4,512 3,204 8,000 8,000 8,000
Total Expenditures 4,512 3,204 8,000 8,000 8,000
Other Financing Sources
Transfer to Fund 13573 (99,077) (268,925) (362,068) (371,935) -
Total Other Financing Sources (99,077) (268,925) (362,068) (371,935) -
Fund balance, end of year
Undesignated fund balance 858,348 785,231 - 640,296 867,296
This fund operates as a revolving fund and is used to account for financing of public improvements within the special assessment improvement districts. Specific and compulsory levies are made against benefited properties to recover the cost of the improvements. Improvement district property owners are permitted to repay the levy on an amortized basis over a period of up to 10 years.
Section 5.27 of the Home Rule Charter of the City of Omaha, 1956, as amended, provides for borrowing of up to 90% of the outstanding assessments receivable plus the amount paid on project spending assessment and in progress.
858,348 785,231 - 640,296 867,296Ending Fund Balance
Total Revenues 89,242,292 114,717,813 116,141,179 115,104,442 125,886,141
Expenditures
Prior Year Encumbrances - - - 155,722,357 -
Law 70,550 70,550 70,550 70,550 70,550
Public Works 136,241,104 151,128,504 209,517,220 209,517,220 201,107,968
Other Budgetary Accounts - Benefits 1,078,837 1,180,673 960,536 960,536 1,378,799
Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc 620,790 602,592 848,849 848,849 650,286
Other Budgetary Accounts - Debt Service 13,021,361 13,754,833 28,269,144 28,269,144 32,774,849
Total Expenditures 151,032,642 166,737,152 239,666,299 395,388,656 235,982,452
Other Financing Sources
Proceeds from Bond Sales - 138,376,811 174,185,658 105,000,000 160,000,000
Contingent Liability (50,000) (50,000) - - -
Total Other Financing Sources (50,000) 138,326,811 174,185,658 105,000,000 160,000,000
Fund balance, end of year
Designated Reserve for Debt Service 21,042,077 27,948,116 50,733,951 27,948,116 31,000,000
Reserve for Encumbrance 146,822,163 155,722,357 - - -
Undesignated fund balance (77,363,234) (6,861,995) 2,253,658 (26,423,852) 20,427,953
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The Sewer Revenue Fund is an enterprise fund which was established to account for income from sewer charges for operation, maintenance and capital improvements of the sanitary sewer service and wastewater treatment plants.
The sewer revenue bonds and notes outstanding at December 31, 2014 totaled $429,005,595. These bonds and notes mature serially with the last maturity in 2044. The interest rates range from 3.50% to 5.25%.
The Sewer Use Fee rate for 2016 includes a 7% increase over 2015. Anticipated future rate increases are intended to fund the Combined Sewer Overflow Compliance Project.
Charges for Service 778,047 769,538 772,500 772,500 780,000
Total Revenues 778,047 769,538 772,500 772,500 780,000
Expenditures
Prior Year Designated Reserve - - - 2,000 -
Public Works 475,168 531,429 607,595 607,595 634,610
Other Budgetary Accounts - Benefits 41,761 36,896 39,692 39,692 39,030
Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc 16,298 14,605 29,934 29,934 12,307
Total Expenditures 533,227 582,930 677,221 679,221 685,947
Fund balance, end of year
Designated reserve for Payables/Warrants 9,289 2,000 - - -
Undesignated fund balance 523,344 717,241 731,982 812,520 906,573
This fund was created to account for the Title V federal funding and the applicable City ordinance authorized fees. These funds provide the City the necessary resources to monitor the air quality and enforce the health and environmental laws relating to clean air.
Other Budgetary Accounts - Benefits 34,801 - - - -
Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc 18,691 - - - -
Other Budgetary Accounts - Debt Service 39,983 - - - -
Total Expenditures 747,653 - - - -
Other Financing Sources
Transfers in - 14,208 - - -
Total Other Financing Sources - 14,208 - - -
Fund balance, end of year
Designated reserve for Payables/Warrants 45,793 - - - -
Undesignated fund balance (60,001) - - - -
This fund was created to account for the contract between the City of Omaha and the Quality Control Division of the City of Omaha to operate the compost facility located adjacent to the Papillion Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant. Beginning in 2014, the Compost revenues and expenditures are assumed by the General Fund.
Business Tax 111,975 96,909 100,000 100,000 100,000
Rents and Royalties 607,929 485,076 500,000 500,000 500,000
Total Revenues 719,904 581,985 600,000 600,000 600,000
Expenditures
Prior Year Designated Reserve - - - 4,604 -
Parks, Recreation and Public Property 615,160 480,388 494,641 494,641 450,952
Other Budgetary Accounts - Benefits - - - - 7,806
Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc - - 22 22 -
Total Expenditures 615,160 480,388 494,663 499,267 458,758
Other Financing Sources
Transfer to Fund 21112 (4,000) (29,000) - - -
Depreciation and Amortization (non-cash) 78,161 82,793 - - -
Total Other Financing Sources 74,161 53,793 - - -
Fund balance, end of year
Designated reserve for Payables/Warrants 17,650 4,604 - - -
Undesignated fund balance 1,220,786 1,389,222 1,361,894 1,494,559 1,635,801
This enterprise fund accounts for receipts generated through the leasing of boat stalls at the Dodge Park Marina, Cunningham Lake Marina, and the Riverfront Marina.
Parks, Recreation and Public Property 68,339 58,730 45,108 45,108 65,467
Total Expenditures 68,339 58,730 45,108 57,716 65,467
Fund balance, end of year
Designated reserve for Payables/Warrants - 12,608 - - -
Undesignated fund balance 100,046 88,218 95,901 83,110 67,643
The 23 acre public use area is the old Asarco site, and includes an area leased to Storz Trophy Room Grill & Brewery. The plaza is available for rent to private groups with reservations made through the Parks office.
This facility was partially funded by the USFWS Sports Fish Restoration, Boating Infrastructure Grant Program.
Charges for Service 3,826,154 4,085,491 4,745,000 4,745,000 4,450,000
Total Revenues 3,826,154 4,085,491 4,745,000 4,745,000 4,450,000
Expenditures
Prior Year Designated Reserve - - - 116,436 -
Parks, Recreation and Public Property 3,798,050 4,237,279 4,150,976 4,150,976 4,350,694
Other Budgetary Accounts - Benefits 118,325 125,446 158,766 158,766 156,826
Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc 85,147 77,335 103,785 103,785 80,202
Total Expenditures 4,001,522 4,440,060 4,413,527 4,529,963 4,587,722
Fund balance, end of year
Undesignated fund balance (973,713) (1,392,036) (607,421) (1,060,563) (1,198,285)
Designated reserve for Payables/Warrants 52,682 116,436 - - -
In 1993 golf course operations, formerly in the General Fund, was combined with the Golf Concession Revenue Fund to form a self supporting enterprise fund which accounts for the operations and concessions at all Municipal Golf Courses. It also provides maintenance of the City's four 18 hole golf courses and four 9 hole golf courses and funds necessary capital improvements. Plans are being developed to eliminate the negative cash balance.
Charges for Service 269,595 266,099 270,000 270,000 285,000
Total Revenues 269,595 266,099 270,000 270,000 285,000
Expenditures
Prior Year Designated Reserve - - - 10,856 -
Parks, Recreation and Public Property 260,955 262,226 266,577 260,000 271,275
Other Budgetary Accounts - Benefits 6,961 7,379 7,938 7,938 7,806
Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc 6,002 5,404 9,456 9,456 5,161
Total Expenditures 273,918 275,009 283,971 288,250 284,242
Fund balance, end of year
Undesignated fund balance 17,725 7,490 4,169 96 854
Designated reserve for Payables/Warrants 9,531 10,856 - - -
Beginning in 1997 the Tennis Division, formerly in the General Fund, formed an enterprise fund which provides for the operation of one 8-court indoor tennis center and one 15-court tennis center. Management responsibility began in 1997 for the new Tranquility Park Tennis Complex. This division provides the citizens with the opportunity of leisure, league and tournament tennis play. In 1997, the functions of the City's tennis operation were combined with those of the Omaha Tennis Association (OTA). This consolidated structure provides the public with the City's management functions and OTA's public tennis programming activities within a coordinated City operation.
Charges for Service 6,266,863 7,285,311 6,710,000 6,710,000 6,895,000
Total Revenues 6,266,863 7,285,311 6,935,000 6,935,000 7,145,000
Expenditures
Prior Year Designated Reserve - - - 401,712 -
Finance 44,344 49,344 49,344 49,344 58,816
Parks, Recreation and Public Property 1,195,702 (777,106) - - -
Public Works 4,570,718 6,278,705 5,903,517 5,903,517 2,922,255
Other Budgetary Accounts - Benefits - - - - 16,471
Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc 130 - 9,559 9,559 183,380
Other Budgetary Accounts - Debt Service 1,823,840 1,704,734 4,128,942 4,128,942 3,922,730
Total Expenditures 7,634,734 7,255,677 10,091,362 10,493,074 7,103,652
Other Financing Sources
Proceeds from Bond Sales - - 3,500,000 3,500,000 -
Transfer from Fund 13448 16,698 1,404 - - -
Transfer from Fund 11111 506,731 1,214,579 - - -
Proceeds from Bonds (1,184) - - - -
Total Other Financing Sources 522,245 1,215,983 3,500,000 3,500,000 -
Fund balance, end of year
Undesignated fund balance 133,435 1,086,811 702,725 1,430,449 1,471,797
Designated reserve for Payables/Warrants 109,471 401,712 - - -
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SUMMARY OF FUND TRANSACTIONS
This Enterprise fund was established to account for revenues and expenditures associated with eight parking garages and seven surface parking facilities.
Charges for Service 113,655 118,604 150,000 150,000 125,000
Total Revenues 412,301 356,682 450,000 450,000 425,000
Expenditures
Prior Year Designated Reserve - - - 29,789 -
Other Budgetary Accounts - Benefits 3,836 124,727 - - 7,806
Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc 391,439 359,305 452,264 452,264 429,468
Total Expenditures 395,275 484,032 452,264 482,053 437,274
Fund balance, end of year
Designated reserve for Payables/Warrants 49,316 29,789 - - -
Undesignated fund balance 132,847 25,024 144,238 22,760 10,486
This fund operates as an enterprise fund. It is sustained by charges to various City and Douglas County departments, agencies and grant fund projects for printing services.
Investment Income 23,548 25,172 20,000 20,000 20,000
Total Revenues 11,915,885 12,242,867 13,114,482 13,114,482 13,000,000
Expenditures
Omaha Convention Hotel 2,387,286 2,894,280 2,864,950 2,864,950 3,321,525
Omaha Convention Hotel Construction 1,256,093 214,405 - - -
Other Budgetary Accounts - Debt Service 8,730,434 8,860,434 8,988,204 8,988,204 9,813,513
Total Expenditures 12,373,813 11,969,119 11,853,154 11,853,154 13,135,038
Fund balance, end of year
Designated for Debt Service 9,905,314 9,879,249 9,940,000 9,940,000 9,980,000
Undesignated fund balance 11,856,689 12,156,502 14,408,093 13,357,079 13,182,041
The Hotel, the Garage and the Skywalk were constructed on approximately 5.5 acres of land directly across 10th Street from the Convention Center. The project includes a full service hotel with 600 guest rooms, a full service restaurant, a lobby bar and approximately 24,500 gross square feet of meeting space including a ball room. The Hotel opened in the spring of 2004.
The City of Omaha formed a non-profit corporation to oversee construction and manage the Hotel. The Corporation contracted with Hilton Hotels Corporation to provide day-to-day management of the Hotel.
The cash balance shown above is in addition to the $3 million appropriation account referred to on the Keno/Lottery Reserve schedule B-8. It is projected that 2016 Hotel revenues will be sufficient to cover debt service, taxes and related hotel expenses.
Charges for Service 344,704 363,431 344,000 360,000 400,000
Total Revenues 344,704 363,431 344,000 360,000 400,000
Expenditures
Prior Year Designated Reserve - - - 6,433 -
Parks, Recreation and Public Property 221,460 510,556 370,689 370,689 399,948
Other Budgetary Accounts - Benefits - - - - 7,806
Total Expenditures 221,460 510,556 370,689 377,122 407,754
Fund balance, end of year
Undesignated fund balance 166,617 19,492 142,169 8,803 1,049
Designated reserve for Payables/Warrants 6,433 6,433 - - -
This Enterprise Fund was established with the adoption of the 2003 Budget. The fund is maintained through revenues collected from fees charged to participants for the adult sport leagues operated by the Parks Recreation and Public Property Department. Competitive leagues are formed for sports of football, volleyball, trap and skeet, and basketball. Additional sports may be added as interest develops.
Separate accounting records are maintained for each individual grant program to comply withsponsoring agency directives and to facilitate required reporting thereto. These records are subjectto examination by the City's independent auditors and also by those of the sponsoring agency. TheCity is in compliance with all requirements of the "A133 Single Audit Act, as amended, June 1996".
SECTION C
GRANT FUNDS
Grant monies financing the programs in this section are not merged into other schedules appearingin the budget document with the exception of direct grant reimbursements to the participating Citydepartment. Therefore, grant receipts related to the programs are not reflected in schedulespertaining to the City's actual receipts of 2014 or those estimated in 2015 and 2016. Receiptscollected from grant funds for indirect costs are included as revenue.
All applications for grants are to be approved by the Executive Grant/Gift Review Committee. In thecase of the major HUD grants, such as the CDBG and HOME programs, public hearings must alsobe held. After approval, the grants are submitted by the Mayor's Office to the City Council.
Revenues classified as "Federal and State Grants" in the City Revenue Estimates Section of thisdocument represent only such grants as may be forthcoming in connection with regular Cityoperations, or in instances where specific grant programs are charged for services rendered on theirbehalf by various regular City departments.
This section briefly describes active programs financed in whole or in part by Federal and Stategrants. The purpose and funding source of each program is outlined.
Generally, various City Departments will be charged with implementing grant activities. The City'sFinance Department has financial oversight of the grants except for the Nebraska Affordable HousingTrust.
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Grant Name Award 2014 Total Award Award RemainingDescription Year Grant Number Amount Expenditures Expended Balance
*Program income from the sale of the homes will cover this overage.
This is an award under Title I of the National Affordable Housing Act to provide more affordable housingin Omaha. The Grant awards are for January 1 to December 31 each year.
Funds are obtained from the above project through a letter-of-credit arrangement with the U.S.Department of Housing and Urban Development.
The City of Omaha, Human Rights and Relations Department, receives an award from the U.S.Department of Housing and Urban Development for the purpose of designing and developing a FairHousing Assistance Program Training Module. The primary objective is the refinement of theestablished method through which the Human Rights and Relations Department can process all housingdiscrimination complaints arising within the City of Omaha.
This is an award from the Homeless Assistance Act. The purpose is to provide shelter for homeless andtemporarily displaced families. The Grant periods are from January 1 to December 31 each year.
City of Omaha
Active Grants
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT SPONSORED
PROGRAMS
This block grant program provides funds to be used for a broad range of community developmentactivities. Such activities were previously funded by various categorical Grant-in-Aid Programs. Thereis no local match required. Entitlement is awarded each year.
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Grant Name Award 2014 Total Award Award RemainingDescription Year Grant Number Amount Expenditures Expended Balance
*Program income from the sale of the homes will cover this overage.
This program utilizes its funds to assist with the purchase of foreclosed homes, and finds local buyers who qualify under the low/moderate income housing standards.
This Nebraska State Grant is awarded to address the problem of childhood lead poisoning. The DouglasCounty Health Department is a participant in this grant.
This Federal Grant is awarded to address the problem of lead poisoning in soil, homes, paint, etc. TheDouglas County Health Department is a participant in this grant.
City of Omaha
Active Grants
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT SPONSORED
PROGRAMS (CONT'D)
NEBRASKA DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
The grant award(s) are made for the purpose of assisting the City of Omaha with First Time Home Buyer Down Payment support and also closing costs, new construction, as well as Lead Hazard Control.
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Grant Name Award 2014 Total Award Award RemainingDescription Year Grant Number Amount Expenditures Expended Balance
The grant periods for these awards are October 1 through September 30 for each year.
A grant was received from the Nebraska Crime Commission to promote greater accountability in thejuvenile justice system by holding juveniles accountable for criminal offenses. This grant is acooperative effort among the City of Omaha, Douglas County and the University of Nebraska at Omaha.
The Omaha Gang Violence Prevention Grant provides funding for violence prevention and intervention programs at the Omaha Police Department, Douglas County Attorney's Office, Urban League of Nebraska, Boys and Girls Club of the Midlands, and Impact One Community Connection over the term of the project period. All grant programs will be externally evaluated throughout the project.
The Crime Commission provided $280,000 in Federal funds and the agencies provided $93,334 as in-kind match.
City of Omaha
Active Grants
The grant awards are for the period October 1 through September 30 for each year.
NEBRASKA COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE
SPONSORED PROGRAMS
A grant award was received from the Nebraska Crime Commission to continue a cooperative effort ofmultiple law enforcement agencies for effective enforcement against drug trafficking and related crime.
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Grant Name Award 2014 Total Award Award RemainingDescription Year Grant Number Amount Expenditures Expended Balance
2013 & 2014 Juvenile Services / 2013 Title II Grants
Funding may be used for a variety of activities that includes procedures for emergency responseactions and remediation of environmental and health risks.
U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY SPONSORED PROGRAMS
The grant periods for these awards are July 1, 2013 through June 30, 2015.
A grant was received from the Nebraska Crime Commission to provide partial funding for a Domsetic Violence Investigating Sergeant at the Omaha Police Department. This grant is passed through the Domestic Violence Council.
City of Omaha
Active Grants
NEBRASKA COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE
SPONSORED PROGRAMS (CONT'D)
The Nebraska Crime Commission 2013 & 2014 Juvenile Services / 2013 Title II Grants will provide program support to six youth -service agencies during the grant period July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2015.
The subcontracted agencies are: Completely Kids, Eastern Nebraska Community Action Partnership, GOALS, Hope Center for Kids, Nebraska Children's Home Society, Latino Center of the Midlands, and Center for Holistic Development. All of the agencies will be providing matching funds for their programs.
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Grant Name Award 2014 Total Award Award RemainingDescription Year Grant Number Amount Expenditures Expended Balance
A grant was received for the period October 1, 2011 through September 30, 2013. Supplements to this grant in the amount $617,500 have been received extending the end date to September 30, 2016.
The U.S. Office of Justice Programs awarded the City of Omaha a grant to continue its services ofcombating domestic violence and related victim services through educational programs, technologydevelopments, equipment funding and strengthened advocacy domestic violence services.
City of Omaha
Active Grants
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE SPONSORED PROGRAMS
The Bureau of Justice Assistance has awarded the City of Omaha four grants covering a four-year period each beginning October 1 of the award year.
The Justice Assistance Grant provides funding to enhance the Omaha Police Department's crime labtraining, community-based prevention programs, officer overtime, Metro Drug Task Force and DouglasCounty Community Corrections and Drug Treatment Programs. (This grant was previously known as theLocal Law Enforcement Block Grant).
The award extends over a project period of July 1,2012 through September 30, 2016.
The Project Safe Neighborhoods Grant provides funding for gun enforcement notification and intervention meetings, nightlife operations and ceasefire operations. The operations are an ongoing effort to reduce and prosecute gun violence.
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Grant Name Award 2014 Total Award Award RemainingDescription Year Grant Number Amount Expenditures Expended Balance
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE SPONSORED PROGRAMS (CONT'D)
The 2011 grant covers the period September 1, 2011 through August 31, 2014 and has been extended through September 30, 2015. The 2014 grant covers the period August 31, 2014 through August 31, 2017.
A grant was received from the U.S. Department of Justice Office of Community Oriented PolicingServices, to provide for the base wage and benefits for ten (2011) and two (2014) new OPD officers.The grant will cover the first three years and requires the city to maintain the officers for one yearfollowing the end of the grant.
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Grant Name Award 2014 Total Award Award RemainingDescription Year Grant Number Amount Expenditures Expended Balance
Grants received from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to assist the Omaha FireDepartment to obtain equipment and materials. The grant period for these awards is August 11, 2014through September 26, 2015.
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
Grants received from the Nebraska Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to ensure the region'scapabilities and capacity to prevent, respond to, recover and mitigate natural disasters, threats or acts ofterrorism, through an all-hazards approach. The grant period for these awards is September 1, 2011through January 31, 2016.
City of Omaha Active Grants
EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT - OFFICE OF NATIONAL DRUG
The grant award period is two years begining January 1 and supplemental funds are received to supportTask Force activities.
Grants are received from the Midwest High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) to further the efforts ofthe Metro Area Drug Task Force in combating drug trafficking. This task force is made up of the OmahaPolice Department, Douglas County Sheriff's Office, Bellevue Police Department and the U.S. Marshals'Office. Funding is also provided to support participation in Task Forces with DEA, FBI and ATF.
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Grant Name Award 2014 Total Award Award RemainingDescription Year Grant Number Amount Expenditures Expended Balance
Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response (ASPR) grants are funds associated with the Metropolitan Medical Response System (MMRS) received from the Department of Health and Human Services passed through Nebraska Health and Human Services. This grant funds local preparedness for health and medical consequences of a nuclear, biological, or chemical terrorist incident.
Nebraska Emergency Management Agency awards for the Citizen Corps program focuses on volunteer education and planning for disaster preparedness.
Homeland Security Transportation Safety Administration provide partial funding for four explosive detection canine teams at Eppley Airfield. The contract runs through September 30, 2019.
City of Omaha Active Grants
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY (CONT'D)
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Section D
Revenue Estimates
For the 2015 budget, certain revenues were regrouped to better align with the City's Comprehensive AnnualFinancial Report. For consistency, the presentation of revenues estimated for 2016 are presented accordingly.
Included in this section are schedules "A" and "B" detailing restricted fund revenues and lid exceptions and theState of Nebraska City/Village Lid Computation Forms as required by the State Statutes.
The City revenues summarized in this section may be termed "normal course" revenues. Not reflected in thesummations are trust and agency fund receipts and possible gross revenue receipts associated with categoricalFederal or State financial aid grant programs. In instances where such revenues finance a portion of normallystructured budgetary account operations, the amount so financed by aid programs is reflected in the revenuesummations and is classified as "Federal, State and Other Participating Grants."
Included in this section is a summary of revenue from all sources with fund distribution schedule presentations.This schedule also contains references to other schedules in this section which detail the distribution of taxrevenue and other revenue components of each city fund. The revenues estimated for 2016 are set forth incomparison with actual 2014 receipts and with those initially estimated for 2015 budget purposes along with amore recent estimate for the 2015 revenues.
Supplemental notes supporting the 2016 revenue projections are included immediately following the financialschedules included in this section.
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Local Property and Sales Tax:
Occupation Taxes and "In Lieu of Tax" Receipts:
Vehicle and State Replacement Taxes:
The City will aggressively enforce regulations as they apply to vehicle licensing andregistration.
The City will attempt to maintain a stable tax base.
The local taxing effort of other cities as well as the demand and need for local public serviceswill be major considerations in determining tax rates.
The City will continue lobbying efforts to protect current revenue sources which are allowed byState and Federal legislation.
Overall Revenue Policy Objectives
The City will, after having considered all possible cost reduction alternatives, explore the possibility of obtaining new or expanded revenue sources as a way to help ensure a balanced budget.expanded revenue sources as a way to help ensure a balanced budget.
Cost recovery revenue sources will be analyzed on an annual basis and modified as necessary to ensure that revenue collections reflect the cost of providing associated City services.
The City will follow an aggressive policy of enforcement of revenue regulations and collection of revenues.
collections reflect the cost of providing associated City services.
The City will actively oppose State and/or Federal legislation which would mandate costs to the City of Omaha without providing or increasing a revenue source to offset those mandated costs. The City will continue lobbying efforts to protect current revenues received from State and Federal sources.
A diversified yet stable revenue system will be utilized by the City to protect it from possible short-term fluctuations in any of its revenue sources
Revenue Policies
In the City of Omaha's fiscal system, the monitoring and control of revenues is a primary concern.The City's primary revenue policy goal is to maintain a diversified revenue system to protect it frompossible short-term fluctuations in any of its various revenue sources. To accomplish this, revenuesare monitored on a continuous basis to insure that receipts from each revenue source are at maximumlevels. An understanding of the economic and legal factors which directly and indirectly affect the levelof revenue collections is an important part of the City's revenue policy. The following policies are thosewhich have been utilized throughout this budget document, as they pertain to revenues.
Specific Revenue Policy Objectives
The City will at all times attempt to ensure that it receives its fair share of all State sharedrevenues.
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Municipal Enterprises, Cost Recoveries and Other Charges for Services:
Federal, State and Local Grants:
projects.
Utility and Enterprise Funds
The City will aggressively seek Federal and State matching funds for City projects.
The support of private, community and corporate foundation matching funds will be actively solicitedfor City project.
The Sewer Revenue, Air Quality, Compost, Marina, Lewis & Clark Landing, Golf Operations, TennisOperations, Parking Facilities, Printing Services & Graphics, Omaha Convention Hotel, and CityWide Sports Revenue Funds will be operated as enterprise funds with the objective of being orbecoming self-supporting.
The rate structure will provide a cost recovery of 100% of the full cost (operating and indirectexpenses) of providing the service unless additional City subsidies are required to provide theservice to youth, disadvantaged or handicapped groups or to provide economic development.
The demand and need for fees and charges for services will be analyzed to determine if theintended purpose of the service is being accomplished.
In the determination of rates charged for specific services, rates charged by other public and privateorganizations for similar services will be a major consideration.
The City sales tax rate of 1.5% authorized under the provisions of the Nebraska Revenue Act of 1967, has remained unchanged since July 1, 1978. It is anticipated that the economy for the balance of 2014 will exhibit cautious expansion. The sales tax receipts for 2014 and 2015 are projected to be $136,404,522 and $143,188,586 respectively, net of LB 775 and LB 312 sales tax refunds. The 2015 projection is 6.6% higher than actual 2013 receipts due to expected expansion of the economy.
2015
2016
SUPPLEMENTAL NOTES TO2016 REVENUE PROJECTIONS
The 2016 Budget provides for a total property tax levy of 48.922 cents per $100 of assessedvaluation.
Tangible property valuations shown below are the basis for calculating probable 2015 property taxreceipts. Comparative valuation figures shown in Schedule D for the year 2014 and as revised for2015 reflect the valuations upon which tangible taxes for these years were based. Actual tangibleproperty tax receipts for 2014 and those estimated for 2015 and 2016 are based on the followingtax rates:
Certified Preliminary
Redevelopment
Revenue sources include state shared vehicle registration fees, motor vehicle fees, vehicle salestax and gasoline tax. In addition to the state gasoline tax, cities and counties divide an additional 2cents per gallon. During 2007, the Legislature passed LB 305 which allocates sales tax from thesale of leased motor vehicles previously allocated to the state's general fund to the Street andHighway Trust Fund. However, LB 846 passed in 2008 is expected to result in lower futureallocations to cities and counties.
Under provisions of LB271 passed by the Nebraska Legislature during its 1997 Session, beginning in1998 motor vehicles are being taxed on the basis of age rather than value. Revenues from motorvehicle taxes for 2016 are projected to be $10 million.
The City sales tax rate of 1.5% authorized under the provisions of the Nebraska Revenue Act of 1967,has remained unchanged since July 1, 1978. It is anticipated that the economy for the balance of 2015will exhibit cautious expansion. The sales tax receipts for 2015 and 2016 are projected to be$145,324,945 and $148,646,988 respectively, net of LB 775 and LB 312 sales tax refunds. The 2016projection is 4.1% higher than actual 2014 receipts due to expected expansion of the economy.
The cable television franchise fee rate is 5% of gross receipts generated from the operation ofcable television systems within the City of Omaha. Cable price increases are expected to resultin franchise fee increases of 2.5% over 2014 actual revenue.
SUPPLEMENTAL NOTES TO2016 REVENUE PROJECTIONS
The telephone company occupation tax rate is 6.25%. This tax is based on the sales ofcommunications services within the corporate limits of the City of Omaha. Receipts are projectedat $ 15,100,000 for 2016, which is a 5.9% increase over actual revenues for 2014.
The O. P. P. D. occupation tax rate is 5% of revenues resulting from the sale of electricity withinthe corporate limits of the City of Omaha. This estimate is based upon the assumption that 2016weather conditions will be normal.
Hotel/Motel Occupation Tax:The Hotel/Motel Occupation Tax rate was increased from 4% to 5 1/2% as of August 1, 2008.The Stadium receives a portion of the revenue and the Convention and Visitors' Bureaureceives .5% of the revenue collected. Projections for the General Fund for 2016 are at appx.5.6 million dollars.
Beginning July 1, 2008, the Vehicle Occupation Tax increased from $6 to $8 per rental. Theadditional revenue generated is being used to fund the new stadium that opened in 2011.Revenue for the stadium from vehicle rentals is projected to be $950,910 for 2015 and$767,902 for 2015. This incremental revenue will be credited to the Stadium Fund. Revenuefor the General Fund is projected at $2,303,707.
This tax started in the fall of 2010 and is a 2.5% occupation tax charged on food and beverages atrestaurants, bars, and caterers in the City of Omaha. Businesses collect the 2.5% from the customerand remit the tax to the City on a monthly or quarterly basis. Estimates for 2016 indicate that the taxwould generate approximately $29 million for the General Fund.
Revenue sources include state shared vehicle registration fees, motor vehicle fees, vehicle sales taxand gasoline tax. In addition to the state gasoline tax, cities and counties divide an additional 2cents per gallon. During 2007, the Legislature passed LB 305 which allocates sales tax from thesale of leased motor vehicles previously allocated to the state's general fund to the Street andHighway Trust Fund. However, LB 846 passed in 2008 is expected to result in lower futureallocations to cities and counties.
The revenue budget for 2016 assumes a rate of return of appx 0.50% on an average daily balanceavailable for investment of $100,000,000. The revenue estimates and the rate of return are bothdependent upon market conditions. When market conditions are uncertain as they have been in the pastfew years, interest income is difficult to predict.
Revenue estimates for sewer service charges are developed by rates set by City ordinanceapplied to the number of customers and projected flow and loadings. Annual rate increaseshave been approved through 2018. The revenue increase for 2016 is estimated at approx.15.7% over the actual 2014 revenues and appx. 9.3% over 2015 revised projections.
This revenue source is the City of Omaha's estimated share of the property tax levy assessedon Douglas County residents living in unincorporated areas to provide county-wide funding forthe Omaha Public Library System. The 2016 receipts from this revenue are estimated to be$1,850,000.
Revenue sources include state shared vehicle registration fees, motor vehicle fees, vehiclesales tax and gasoline tax. In addition to the state gasoline tax, cities and counties divide anadditional 2 cents per gallon. During 2007, the Legislature passed LB 305 which allocatessales tax from the sale of leased motor vehicles previously allocated to the state's generalfund to the Street and Highway Trust Fund. However, LB 846 passed in 2008 is expected toresult in lower future allocations to cities and counties.
Revenue sources include street cut fees and the Wheel Tax which is currently $50.00 perpassenger vehicle with a graduated schedule for larger vehicles. The boundary of Wheel Taxauthority was expanded during 2007 to include residents living outside the city limits but withinthe three mile development zone. In 2011, a Commuter Fee of $50 was enacted onindividuals who use a vehicle to travel to work in the city more than 30 days per year. This feewas repealed by the State Legislature in 2010, which also repealed the 3 mile developmentzone effective January 1, 2013. The three mile development zone legislature action resultedin the loss of approximately 3.2 million dollars in revenue. Total revenue for 2016 is projectedat $24,155,198. Included in these revenues is a Wheel Tax Late Fee.
Revenue estimates in this fund represent the City of Omaha's share of keno revenuesexpected to be generated under the 2011 amended agreement entered into by the City withBig Red Keno (EHPV Lottery Services LLC). Revenue estimates project city-wide keno grosshandle receipts of $58.2 million for 2016. Required statutory and contractual payments havebeen deducted from the revenue amounts reflected on Schedules D-3 and B-10 beforedistribution to the City's selected projects. The City's portion of gross receipts is 10.75% ofCity locations and 2% of Douglas County locations. Douglas County will receive 8.75% ofCounty locations gross receipts. The interlocal agreement with Douglas County expires May14, 2016.
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2014 2015 2015 2016Calculation of Restricted Funds Budget Budget Revised Budget Total Property Tax Requirements: General Fund 77,906,084 76,583,795 76,583,795 79,225,677 Judgment Fund 1,643,184 1,727,649 1,727,649 1,787,247 Debt Service Fund 52,803,712 57,965,499 57,965,499 59,965,113 Redevelopment Debt Service Fund 4,365,392 4,589,787 4,589,787 4,748,119
Total Property Tax Requirements 136,718,372 140,866,730 140,866,730 145,726,156
Homestead Exemption: General Fund Inc. Above Inc. Above Inc. Above Inc. Above Judgment Fund Inc. Above Inc. Above Inc. Above Inc. Above Debt Service Fund Inc. Above Inc. Above Inc. Above Inc. Above Redevelopment Debt Service Fund Inc. Above Inc. Above Inc. Above Inc. Above Total Homestead Exemption - - - -
Motor Vehicle Taxes: General Fund 9,750,000 9,900,000 10,450,000 10,000,000
Pro Rata Motor Vehicle Taxes: General Fund Inc. Above Inc. Above Inc. Above Inc. Above
In Lieu of Tax Payments: General Fund: Metropolitan Utilities District 4,400,000 4,666,038 4,666,038 4,700,000 Omaha Public Power District 290,000 314,180 314,180 314,180 Judgment Fund:
Omaha Public Power District 6,090 6,868 6,868 6,868
Debt Service Fund: Omaha Public Power District 196,330 220,706 220,706 220,706 Redevelopment Debt Service Fund: Omaha Public Power District 15,950 18,246 18,246 18,246
Total In Lieu of Tax Payments 4,908,370 5,226,038 5,226,038 5,260,000
Local Option Sales Tax: General Fund 135,404,522 143,762,322 145,324,945 148,646,988
Highway Allocation: Street & Highway Allocation 33,763,074 35,481,001 35,481,001 36,781,001
Net Total Restricted Funds 320,544,338$ 335,236,091$ 337,348,714$ 346,414,145$
CITY OF OMAHA IN DOUGLAS COUNTYBUDGET FORM CV SCHEDULE A
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Lid Exceptions
2015 Amount Budgeted to Spend
2016 Amount Budgeted to Spend
Capital Improvements:Planning Department:
Housing and Community Development - - Street & Highway Allocation Fund:
Traffic Signals 200,000 200,000 Street Construction 500,000 638,000 Traffic Calming Program 200,000 200,000
Facility Improvements - -
Total Capital Improvements 900,000 1,038,000
Bond Indebtedness:
Bond Principal:Debt Service 43,567,500 42,970,000
Redevelopment Debt Service 3,862,020 4,447,615
Street and Highway Allocation 195,000 75,000 General Fund 2,200,000 1,909,602
Total Bond Principal 49,824,520 49,402,217
Bond Interest:Debt Service 22,402,816 20,268,123 Redevelopment Debt Service 4,402,092 4,119,010 Street and Highway Allocation 60,305 53,555 General Fund 848,193 513,360
Total Bond Interest 27,713,406 24,954,048
Total Bond Indebtedness 77,537,926 74,356,265
CITY OF OMAHA IN DOUGLAS COUNTY
BUDGET FORM CV SCHEDULE B
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Lid Exceptions
2015 Amount Budgetedto Spend
2016 Amount Budgetedto Spend
lnterlocal Cooperative Service Agreements:City of Omaha / Douglas County:
Sheriff Interlocal Agreement 4,777,596 4,920,923 City of Omaha / Sarpy County / Ralston / Papillion / Washington County:
Sheriff Interlocal Agreements 3,222,099 3,318,762
City of Omaha / Douglas County: E911 Center Agreement 4,774,000 5,384,874
City of Omaha / Millard Suburban Fire Protection: Fire Protection District Number 1 Agreement 4,630,530 5,130,530
City of Omaha / Elkhorn Rural Fire DistrictFire Protection Agreement 4,547,681 4,047,681
City of Omaha / Douglas County: Library Agreement 10,930,561 11,942,664
City of Omaha / Douglas County: Juvenile Detention 100,000 100,000
City of Omaha / Douglas County: Jail Services 4,500,000 3,650,000
City of Omaha / Douglas County / DOT.Comm:DOT.Comm 5,439,954 5,900,283
City of Omaha / Douglas County: Parks Division 387,110 398,723
City of Omaha / Douglas County / Omaha-Douglas Public Building Commission:Omaha-Douglas Public Building Commission 1,823,638 1,857,880
City of Omaha / Omaha Public Power District (OPPD):OPPD Street Lighting 12,390,633 12,812,667
City of Omaha / Elkhorn Public Schools:Common Ground Community Center 773,874 686,248
City of Omaha / Omaha Public Schools:Saddlebrook Library / Community Center / School 634,590 658,673
City of Omaha / Douglas County / Sarpy CountySolid Waste Landfill 2,852,270 3,075,289
City of Omaha / Omaha Housing Authority (OHA):OHA Vehicle Maintenance 157,000 164,000
City of Omaha /Metro Convention Authority / Civic: Auditorium/Ballpark 450,000 100,000
Total lnterlocal Agreements 62,391,535 64,149,197
Judgments:Judgments, Claims and Court Costs 1,900,000 1,900,000
CITY OF OMAHA IN DOUGLAS COUNTY
BUDGET FORM CV SCHEDULE B (Continued)
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(1) 145,726,156$ (3) -$ (2) 5,260,000$
Prior Year 2014-2015 Capital Improvements Excluded from Restricted Funds (From 2014-2015 LC-3 Lid Exceptions, Line (17)) $ 900,000 (4)
LESS: Amount Spent During 2014-2015 $ 900,000 (5)
LESS: Amount Expected to be Spent in Future Budget Years $ - (6)
Capital Improvements (Real Property and Improvements on Real Property) 900,000$ (17)
LESS: Amount of prior year capital improvements that were excluded from previous lid calculations but were not spent and now budgeted this fiscal year (cannot exclude same capital
Calculated Levy for Interlocal Agreements 0.050000
(Box 3)5 Cents or LESS
Calculated Levy For Levy Limit Compliance 0.180886 (Box 5) (Box 4)
(Box 6)
* State Statute Section 86-416 allows for a special tax to fund public safety communication projects. The tax has the same status as bonded indebtedness. State Statute 72-2301 through 72-2308 allows bonds to be issued for Public Facilities Construction Projects. Amounts should be included in Bonded Indebtedness above. Please indicate the amount specifically used for the communication project in Box 5 and the Construction Projects in Box 6. Board minutes documenting the approval of the taxes must be included.
Calculated Levy for Off-Street Parking District = (Column F) DIVIDED BY (Column G) MULTIPLIED BY 100 MULTIPLIED BY (Column G) DIVIDED BY (Column G {City/Village Line}) -
Total Calculated Levy
[Total of (Column H)]
Tax Request to Support Interlocal Agreements
*Tax Request to Support Public Facilities Construction Projects
[(Box 2) DIVIDED BY (Column G {City/Village Line})MULTIPLIED BY 100]
Municipality Levy Limit is 45 cents plus 5 cents for interlocal agreements. (77-3442)
Total Calculated Levy can ONLY be greater than 45 cents if there is Interlocal Agreements.
The Calculated Levy for Interlocal Agreements should be the maximum of 5 cents OR LESS.
Others subject to allocation may include airport authorities, community redevelopment authorities, off-street parking districts, and transit authorities.
*Tax Request to Support Public Safety Communication Projects
[(Box 1) MINUS (Box 3)]
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SECTION E
Budget Recommended
The lead schedule in this section summarizes by departments, agency and other budgetary accounts the
overall budget for 2016. The total appropriations are classified in the schedule as amounts for operating
purposes, debt service and capital improvements. These amounts are shown in comparison with actual
2014 expenditures and the 2015 appropriations.
The lead schedule is followed by those reflecting a further summarization of the budget. These schedules
reflect the 2016 operating appropriations for Employee Compensation (wage payments and employee
benefits), Non-Personal Services, Debt Service, and Capital items for each of the departments, agencies,
and accounts. Amounts proposed for these purposes are also shown in comparison with 2014 actual
expenditures and 2015 appropriations. In every instance, the fund from which appropriations were made
is shown on each schedule.
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2016 % of 2015 % of
Departments Budget Total Budget Total
General Government * $ 15,002,643 1.8% $ 14,314,712 1.7%
Planning 10,374,280 1.3% 9,426,773 1.2%
Parks, Rec & Public Property 32,921,961 4.0% 30,260,101 3.7%
All executive and public affairs inquiries, decisions, needs assessment, policy development and general City management are handled by this organization.
This organization, required by the City Charter, Section 3.18, is the focal point for receiving and investigating approximately 40,000 inquiries, suggestions and complaints, related to City matters each year.
This organization is charged with working closely with neighborhood and community groups to implement the Administration's emphasis on neighborhood and community cultural and recreational enhancement.
34,959 21,086 48,150 - Total Non-Personal Services
Capital
- - - -
- - - - Total Capital
1,100,208 1,160,212 1,181,798 - Department Total
Source of Funds
General (Ref. B-1) 1,100,208 1,160,212 1,181,798 -
1,100,208 1,160,212 1,181,798 -
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City of Omaha
City Council Department
169
City of Omaha
2016 City Council Department Budget
Appropriated Summary
Positions Funding
By Organization 2016
Appropriated
2016
Recommended
2015
Appropriated2015 2016
Council Direct Cost 463,380 463,294 - Council Administrative Cost 598,722 627,179 - City Legislative Support 160,045 164,720 - Cable T.V. Admin Costs 13,857 13,959 -
The City Council was established by the Home Rule Charter of the City of Omaha in 1956 as the legislative branch of City government. The Council has the vested power to pass, amend or repeal any and all ordinances and resolutions necessary or the power to execute and carry into effect the provisions of the Charter. In addition to exercising its general legislative duties, it is the responsibility of the Council to provide for public hearings, make or confirm appointments, adopt the annual budget, undertake necessary investigations, provide for an independent audit and take such other actions as it deems necessary and consistent with the Charter.
The Council Administrative Cost organization informs and assists the City Council on all aspects of City business including budget and financial issues, research, weekly agenda review and scheduling activities. The employees also assist in resolving citizen complaints, provide general support for Council activities, and serve as a liaison with the Office of the Mayor and City departments. This office is staffed by the Chief of Staff and a support staff of City Council Staff Assistants and clerical personnel.
The City Legislative Support organization supports the City Council and the Mayor on City, State, and National Legislative matters. The City Lobbyist is the official City of Omaha representative at State Legislative sessions and committee meetings.
The City Council monitors the compliance of Cox Communications and CenturyLink of Omaha, with the respective cable television franchises granted by the City.
Administrative Typist II 1 1 1 41,1963010 - - City Council Chief of Staff 1 1 1 109,1584002 - - City Council Member 6 6 6 225,1329502 - - City Council President 1 1 1 45,0279501 - - City Lobbyist 1 1 1 104,8214003 - - Council Staff Assistant 2 3 3 199,3694006 - - Secretary to the City Council 1 1 1 62,5804001 - - Longevity 4,374 - Overtime 2,979 - Part-Time and Seasonal 4,316 - Speciality Pay 1,425 -
The City Clerk is charged with records management and retention of all documents pertaining to the City Council.
The Clerk provides required information to city officials, departments, governmental agencies and the general public. The office prepares agendas for the City Council, the Board of Equalization, and various Council Committees. In conjunction with the agenda, the Clerk's office prepares an informational packet consisting of the pertinent information for each agenda item. This same information is linked to each agenda item and made available on the City of Omaha’s Website. The City Clerk is responsible for legally required publication of City Council documents, public hearing notifications, and courtesy notifications. The City Clerk conducts City Council and Board of Equalization meetings. A journal record, tape-recordings and/or disc, and summarized minutes are maintained for all public meetings as required by law. It is the City Clerk's responsibility to present required documents to the Mayor for signature, attest the Mayor's signature, and refer and legally file certified copies.
The City Clerk is a member of the Bid Opening Committee and receives bids, requests for proposals and sale of city property proposals for the City of Omaha. The office maintains bid bond security files and deposits bid security checks.
The City Clerk's office issues liquor licenses and maintains records for the following: liquor licenses, Keno operations, firework applications, lobbyist registrations, Sanitary and Improvement Districts, claims filed against the City, proofs of publications, and surety bonds as well as oaths of elected officials, city employees, and appointed board members.
The City Clerk issues the “Proclamation” and “Notice to the Public” for election issues pertaining to the City of Omaha.
The City Clerk's office prepares bond issue transcripts and participates in the signing and closing of municipal bond sales for the City of Omaha.
22,252 26,643 20,196 - Total Non-Personal Services
Capital
- - - -
- - - - Total Capital
667,591 696,807 713,459 - Department Total
Source of Funds
General (Ref. B-1) 667,591 696,807 713,459 -
667,591 696,807 713,459 -
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City of Omaha
Law Department
Mission Statement
The Law Department serves the Mayor, the City Council and all City departments. It advises the Mayor and Council on legal matters and represents the City in litigation. The Law Department is responsible for drafting ordinances, resolutions, contracts, franchises and other documents. In addition, it conducts outside investigations and handles all matters of claims or complaints against / for the City and prosecutes all violations designated as misdemeanors, traffic infractions, and criminal appeals.
Goals and Objectives
1. To continue to provide outstanding service to the City of Omaha.
2. To improve productivity through the modernization and computerization of procedures and practices.
3. To continue reducing the number of pending cases.
General 4,162,377 4,252,616 - Sewer Revenue 70,550 70,550 -
4,232,927 4,323,166 - Total
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Department Law
Division Law 104000
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Department No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Civil Law 104011
Members of the Law Department advise the Mayor and the City Council on legal matters, represent the City in litigations, provide written legal opinions on official matters when requested to do so by the Mayor, City Council or other City Officials; draft and review ordinances, contracts, resolutions and other documents for legal correctness; and perform such other duties as assigned by the Mayor or the City Council.
1,899,879 2,026,290 2,067,411 - Organization Total
Claims & Investigation 104012
The Law Department routinely handles all claims filed against the City, its employees or agents where there is potential liability. This activity includes locating and interviewing witnesses, taking photographs, seeking out evidence, taking statements, and generally providing support assistance in litigation. Other activities include conducting internal investigations and other special investigations as administratively assigned by the Mayor or City Council.
Members of the Law Department prosecute all violations designated as misdemeanors or traffic infractions. Additionally, they interview, investigate and issue private warrants, handle all appeals of municipal convictions to the District Court, enforce provisions of the City Code, advise the Police Department on search and seizure, and handle appeals on issues of law to the District and State Supreme Court.
1,722,250 2,007,108 2,049,788 - Organization Total
3,800,870 4,232,927 4,323,166 - Department Total
181
Department Law
Division Law
Performance Summary By Division
104000Department No
Performance Measures 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
% of Class I, Routine Claims, Answered Within 30 Days 43% 90% 75%% of Class II, Non-Routine Claims, Answered Within 60 Days 64% 90% 75%% of Log book Assignments Answered within 15 days 78% 85% 85%% of Log Book Assignments Answered within 30 days 94% 100% 100%Case-to-Prosecutor Ratios 10,000 to 1 10,000 to 1 10,000 to 1
Program Outputs 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
Civil Active Cases 259 175 175Civil Cases Closed 49 150 150Civil New Lawsuits 83 120 120Claims Against City - Non Litigated 408 500 500Claims by City - Non Litigated 156 150 150Litigated Judgments Against City $103,640 $750,000 $750,000Litigation Settlements paid by City $603,398 $750,000 $750,000Paid in Claims Against City $486,688 $500,000 $500,000Prosecution Complaints Handled 100,000 100,000 100,000Recovered in Claims by City $924,492 $300,000 $300,000Requests Made by Other City Departments 174 200 200
The City of Omaha Human Resources Department's mission is to provide effective human resources services to the operating departments, city employees, and to citizens of Omaha. Direct or core services are provided by the department to our customers through the following divisions: Administration, Labor Relations, Employment, Benefits, Compensation, Safety, Training, and Human Resource Information Systems.
Goals and Objectives
The Human Resources Department strives to:
1. Attract a wide variety of job applicants.
2. Identify and hire the best qualified applicants.
3. Help City departments to provide a safe work environment.
4. Motivate and retain valuable employees by ensuring adequate training and development as well as equitable wages and benefits.
5. Provide administrative support for two employee pension systems and the City of Omaha Personnel Board, a quasi-judicial entity which hears appeals of employee disciplinary actions.
6. Assist supervisors in resolving employee performance problems.
7. Represent City interests in contract negotiations with employee unions.
8. Foster a work environment that allows for equal opportunity/access to all areas of employment.
9. Maintain effective Human Resource Information Systems to benefit employees and supervisors.
Goals for the Human Resources Department include:
1. Control Healthcare costs in teamwork with the Police, Fire, and Civilian unions.
2. Enhance and streamline the recruiting, testing, and staffing process.
3. Enhance the wellness program for all City employees.
4. Implement targeted injury prevention and treatment programs for injuries at work.
5. Implement a management training program for new supervisors.
6. Comprehensive review of all Human Resources Policies and Procedures.
7. Comprehensive review of all job specifications.
8. Implement a Human Resource Information System to manage employee data, benefits, compensation, pension calculations, performance data, and payroll.
General 2,419,525 2,449,411 - Street And Highway Allocation - 91,169 -
2,419,525 2,540,580 - Total
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Department Human Resources
Division Human Resources 105000
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Department No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Human Resources Administration 105011
The Administration organization is responsible for the management of the functional activities of the Human Resources Department and enforcement of the Omaha Municipal Code, Labor Agreements, and State and Federal laws regarding employment. The Administration organization also provides administrative and secretarial support for the Personnel Board. The necessary administrative functions for the Police and Fire Retirement System Board, and the Civilian Employee Pension Board are also assigned to this organization.
HRIS
This function is responsible for Human Resource Information Systems and reporting. HRIS works closely with payroll to assure accurate data reporting for internal and external customers. HRIS maintains applicant tracking software, HR databases, department telephones, computers, and printers, as well as works to improve the efficiency of each HR function.
This organization is responsible for assuring that all applicants for City positions, whether for open or promotional appointments, are evaluated based on qualifications and fitness for employment into the City service. This encompasses interviewing, testing, and referral to operational departments for selection.
This organization is responsible for the establishment and maintenance of City employee records, payroll verification, and state unemployment compensation under the general supervision of the Director of Human Resources, as well as providing support services for the clerical functions of the department.
This organization is responsible for administering and coordinating the City's health care program. Additional projects include pre-retirement counseling and review and coordination of all medical data relating to pension applications. This organization also administers all aspects of Injured-on-Duty/Worker's Compensation cases and the Employee Assistance Program.
This organization is responsible for all activities to include contract preparation and negotiation, contract administration, preparation of all arbitration personnel cases and the administration of the grievance procedure for the City.
This organization is also responsible for coordinating inter-departmental efforts regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act, Career Development Programs with activities including conducting classes or seminars for all City employees, as well as orientation and career development seminars. This organization administers the City-wide Safety Program and the Commercial Driver's License function.
The compensation function is responsible for the administration of the City of Omaha classification program including class specifications, conducting job audits, and conducting salary and fringe benefit surveys.
This organization is responsible for planning and maintaining the Safety and Management Training Programs for all City departments. In addition, they manage the CDL certification and Training Program as well as all hearing, drug, and alcohol testing for all City employees.
Performance Measures 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
% change in medical only/indemnity split for workers compensation claims 43% 2% 2%% of employees satisfied with healthcare administration 99% 99% 99%No. of employees who participate in monthly safety committees 150 150 150No. of employees who participate in periodic classroom safety programs 718 760 800
Program Outputs 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
No. of applications received 875 1000 1250No. of benefits customer service inquiries 17350 15350 10350No. of city employees who take the Commercial Driver's License test 65 70 75No. of employment candidate testing 109 100 90No. of labor relations resolved - discipline 192 200 200No. of labor relations resolved - grievances 17 20 20No. of new hire orientation 25 25 25No. of personnel action (P-19 Form) N/M 3500 3500No. of requisitions 346 400 300No. of retirement requests processed 542 480 400No. of revised job specifications 16 50 75No. of training seminars provided 10 300 300No. of wellness participants 484 600 720Total number of OSHA recordable injuries 299 285 271
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Department Human Resources
Division Human Resources
Division Summary of Personal Services
105000Department No
Class Title
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Class Code
2016Appropriated
2016Recommended
2015Auth.
2014Actual
Administrative Clerk - 1 - - 3020 - - Executive Secretary - Human Resources 1 1 1 53,0844011 - - HRIS Senior Analyst - 1 1 85,0884055 - - Human Resources Director 1 1 1 150,0269503 - - Human Resources Specialist 3 2 3 156,1834051 - - Human Resources Technician I 4 4 4 259,0144052 - - Human Resources Technician II 3 3 3 229,4734053 - - Human Resources Technician III 1 1 1 83,9504054 - - Human Resources Technician IV 2 2 1 103,6394056 - - Safety & Training Coordinator 1 1 1 75,9404060 - - Safety Inspector - - 1 59,5704057 - - Senior Attorney - - 1 76,7864082 - - Longevity 5,760 - Part-Time and Seasonal 118,205 -
415,117 461,618 436,104 - Total Non-Personal Services
Capital
- - - -
- - - - Total Capital
2,133,259 2,419,525 2,540,580 - Department Total
Source of Funds
General (Ref. B-1) 2,133,259 2,419,525 2,449,411 - Street And Highway Allocation (Ref. B-7) - - 91,169 -
2,133,259 2,419,525 2,540,580 -
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City of Omaha
Human Rights & Relations Department
Mission Statement
The Human Rights and Relations Department is charged with three major responsibilities for the City of Omaha; Human Relations and Economic Inclusion Administration, Civil Rights Investigations and Enforcement Support Services, and Community Relations and Contract Compliance. It is responsible for the investigation, elimination, and prevention of all forms of socioeconomic disparities and prohibited discrimination, including that based on race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other form of discrimination proscribed by ordinance or resolution. Towards its goal of ensuring equal opportunity and equitable access to those opportunities for all citizens of the city, this department oversees the operation of two appointed boards: the Human Rights and Relations Board and the Civil Rights Hearing Board, and one appointed council: the Economic Inclusion Council.
Goals and Objectives
1. Expand education and outreach programs relative to civil rights in the areas of housing, public accommodations and employment, and to increase knowledge of individual human rights to the citizens of Omaha and eliminate the potential for exploitation.
2. Actively accept and investigate charges of discrimination from the citizens of Omaha to eliminate prejudice from the Omaha community.
3. Provide technical assistance and guidance to ensure contractors have optimum opportunity to meet their minimum goals for equal employment and treatment practices, this includes monitoring Title VI.
4. Streamline reporting procedures and automate processes to redirect staff efforts toward more advanced, in-depth investigations and improved public awareness programs.
5. Work with departments to develop and plan implementation of new ADA Compliance transition plan.
6. Build collaborative community partnerships that enhance job growth in and for individuals of disadvantaged communities in Omaha.
7. Expand the number of certified Small and Emerging Businesses and promote greater access for small and disadvantaged businesses that propose and bid on contracts/projects initiated by the City of Omaha.
8. Partner with community stakeholders that assist and assess certified Small and Emerging Businesses that are qualified to propose and bid on contracts/projects initiated by the City of Omaha.
9. Actively engage and partner with community stakeholders for sustainable economic inclusion practices for all contracting and procurement activities within the City of Omaha.
10. Perform outreach to inform City of Omaha internal departments and third party affiliates, community individuals and stakeholders, non profit and for profit business organizations, and local and national government municipalities of the City of Omaha HRR programs.
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2016 Human Rights & Relations Department Budget
Appropriated Summary
Positions Funding
By Organization 2016
Appropriated
2016
Recommended
2015
Appropriated2015 2016
Human Relations Administration 88,570 - - Civil Rights Investigation 272,972 - - Community Relations 1,370 - - Contract Compliance 95,179 - - Enforcement & Support Service 84,344 - - Human Relations/Economic Inclusion - 419,642 - Civ Rights Inv/Enf Support Services - 324,421 - Com Relations/Contract Compliance - 130,816 -
This organization provides the administrative support to ensure that the department implements Ordinance No. 28920, the Civil Rights: Anti-trust Discrimination Ordinance and Ordinance No. 28885, the Contract Compliance Ordinance. These two ordinances establish the department's goals - identifying, preventing and remedying discrimination and inter-group conflict and ensuring equal opportunity for all persons within the City of Omaha. These responsibilities include: establishing objectives, organizations, priorities, policies and rules and regulations, determining expenditures, assisting the Human Relations Board and Civil Rights Hearing Board, and coordinating the department's organizations and activities with state, regional and national civil rights enforcement agencies.
This organization mediates and/or investigates charges of discrimination alleging a violation of the Omaha Municipal Code, Chapter 13 Article III entitled Civil Rights Anti-Discrimination. In addition, this organization monitors settlement agreements and assists on special projects as needed.
This organization prevents discrimination and inter-group conflict through education and provides other assistance to individuals and organizations. The activities include: developing and distributing education/informational materials, planning and presenting discrimination prevention and Human Relations seminars and presentations. Also, the funding provides support and coordination for special events which include the City/County Martin Luther King Celebration, Black History Month, the Hispanic Heritage event, and the Native American Tribute.
Contract Compliance implements Ordinance No. 28885, the Contract Compliance Ordinance which promotes equal opportunity in connection with contracts awarded by the City. This organization ensures that contractors and vendors comply with the equal opportunity requirements of the Ordinance and the Rules and Regulations based thereon. The activities include: conducting compliance reviews (i.e. equal opportunity audits), investigating contract compliance complaints, assisting contractors and conducting discrimination prevention seminars for City contractors. Contract Compliance also monitors Title VI and ADA Compliance.
This organization provides operational support for the department. This organization includes the following activities: tracking and reporting the Department's performance, screening and interviewing persons wanting to make a complaint, maintaining files, recording all information for the Contract Compliance, Civil Rights Investigation and Community Relations/Discrimination Prevention and assisting on special projects.
This is a new organization in 2016. This uses organization 106011 and adds an Economic Inclusion component.
Human Relations:
This organization provides the administrative support to ensure that the department implements Ordinance No. 28920, the Civil Rights: Anti-trust Discrimination Ordinance and Ordinance No. 28885, the Contract Compliance Ordinance. These two ordinances establish the department's goals - identifying, preventing and remedying discrimination and inter-group conflict and ensuring equal opportunity for all persons within the City of Omaha. These responsibilities include: establishing objectives, organizations, priorities, policies and rules and regulations, determining expenditures, assisting the Human Relations Board and Civil Rights Hearing Board, and coordinating the department's organizations and activities with state, regional and national civil rights enforcement agencies.
Economic Inclusion:
This organization will be a catalyst in creating a community culture of economic prosperity by cultivating small business growth potential through the oversight of the City of Omaha Small and Emerging Small Business (SEB) Program and promoting workforce development and training opportunities in partnership with community stakeholders in areas of high unemployment and below median income areas of Omaha. In doing so, the Human Rights and Relations Department is committed to indirectly assist the City in identifying and maximizing job growth opportunities for individuals from socially disadvantaged areas, assist local small businesses in expanding business capacity to bid and be awarded City contracts in a fair and equitable way, and build collaborative community partnerships that sustain long term success for the Small and Emerging Business Program and workforce development solutions.
This is a new organization in 2016. This combines organizations 106012 and 106015.
Civil Rights Investigations:
This organization mediates and/or investigates charges of discrimination alleging a violation of the Omaha Municipal Code, Chapter 13 Article III entitled Civil Rights Anti-Discrimination. In addition, this organization monitors settlement agreements and assists on special projects as needed.
Enforcement Support Services:
This organization provides operational support for the department. This organization includes the following activities: tracking and reporting the Department's performance, screening and interviewing persons wanting to make a complaint, maintaining files, recording all information for the Contract Compliance, Civil Rights Investigation and Community Relations/Discrimination Prevention and assisting on special projects.
This is a new organization in 2016. This combines organizations 106013 and 106014.
Community Relations:
This organization prevents discrimination and inter-group conflict through education and provides other assistance to individuals and organizations. The activities include: developing and distributing education/informational materials, planning and presenting discrimination prevention and Human Relations seminars and presentations. Also, the funding provides support and coordination for special events which include the City/County Martin Luther King Celebration, Black History Month, the Hispanic Heritage event, and the Native American Tribute.
Contract Compliance:
Contract Compliance implements Ordinance No. 28885, the Contract Compliance Ordinance which promotes equal opportunity in connection with contracts awarded by the City. This organization ensures that contractors and vendors comply with the equal opportunity requirements of the Ordinance and the Rules and Regulations based thereon. The activities include: conducting compliance reviews (i.e. equal opportunity audits), investigating contract compliance complaints, assisting contractors and conducting discrimination prevention seminars for City contractors. Contract Compliance also monitors Title VI and ADA Compliance.
Performance Measures 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
% of Complainants / Respondents Notified within 10 Working Days of Receipt
100% 100% 100%
% of Intakes / Complaints Completed within 10 days of Inquiry 100% 100% 95%% of Investigations Accepted for Pay't by EEOC&HUD on first Submittal 98% 100% 100%% of Investigations Completed within 180 Days 90% 90% 90%% of Requests and Complaints Addressed within 3 Days 95% 95% 95%
Program Outputs 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
*Includes all inquiries including preliminary contacts,referrals,questions,etc.Cases Pending 34 100 60Cases Resolved 113 155 155Charges Taken 96 225 150Number of days to Resolve Charge from Receipt of Response to Closure 177 120 180Outreach Initiatives 122 100 60Small Businesses Approved 52 75 75Total Contacts* 22,135 24,000 23,000
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Department Human Rights & Relations
Division Human Rights & Relations
Division Summary of Personal Services
106000Department No
Class Title
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Class Code
2016Appropriated
2016Recommended
2015Auth.
2014Actual
Assistant Director - Human Rights & Relations 1 1 - - 4065 - - Executive Secretary - - 1 50,5090030 - - Human Relations Director - - 1 117,3009504 - - Human Relations Representative I 4 5 4 244,8760620 - - Human Relations Representative II - - 1 68,6820630 - - Human Relations Representative III - - 1 88,6294064 - - Human Relations Specialist - - 1 44,0480610 - - Longevity 2,520 - Part-Time and Seasonal 29,364 - Reimbursements (90,500) -
Explanatory Comments:
The Human Rights and Relations Department receives reimbursement through work share agreements for work performed from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Department of Housing and Urban Development that reimburse a portion of expenses related to data and information systems, salary, and other administrative costs associated with the administration and enforcement of a substantially equivalent fair housing law and equal employment opportunity law.
20,246 13,713 13,256 - Total Non-Personal Services
Capital
- - - -
- - - - Total Capital
468,047 542,435 874,879 - Department Total
Source of Funds
General (Ref. B-1) 468,047 542,435 874,879 -
468,047 542,435 874,879 -
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City of Omaha
Finance Department
Mission Statement
The Finance Department plans, controls, maintains, and reports the receipts, commitments, and disbursements of all City funds. Finance staff manage the City's debt and property insurance, monitor the Keno contract, administer the two defined-benefit pension systems, and oversee the operations of the City-owned Convention Center Hotel. The Department serves as support to the other departments in the areas of budgeting, accounting, billing, employee timekeeping, payroll, and property control. The Department strives to identify cost effective improvements throughout all City operations and to maximize revenue collections and investments.
Goals and Objectives
1. To provide timely, accurate and useful financial data to the Mayor, City Council and department managers.
2. Coordinate the preparation, implementation and monitoring of the annual City budget. The budget itself should serve as a policy document, as an operations guide, as a financial plan and as a communications medium.
3. Maintain a diversified and stable revenue system to protect the City from possible short-term fluctuations in any of its various revenue source.
4. To provide City departments timely and accurate service.
5. Provide effective cash management and timely investment of City funds.
6. Maintain an unqualified opinion on the City's annual audit.
Development Revenue 25,000 20,000 - Parking Revenue 49,344 58,816 - Capital Special Assessment 20,000 20,000 - General 3,932,458 4,000,793 -
4,026,802 4,099,609 - Total
202
Department Finance
Division Finance - Administration 107010
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Finance - Administration 107011
The Finance Administration organization provides support for the various organizations within the Finance Department and is responsible for fiscal administration and management of the City. Personnel in this organization manage the City's debt and insurance policies, administer the Civilian and Police/Fire Pension Systems, and oversee the operations of the City-owned Convention Center Hotel.
Performance Measures 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
City Employees Retirement System (Rate of Return) 6% 8% 8%City General Obligation Bond Rating: Moody's AA2 AAA AA2City General Obligation Bond Rating: Standard & Poor's AA+ AAA AACity Police and Fire Retirement System (Rate of Return) 4.9% 8% 8%
29,407 29,569 52,632 - Total Non-Personal Services
Capital
- - - -
- - - - Total Capital
400,040 466,583 557,220 - Division Total
Source of Funds
General (Ref. B-1) 400,040 466,583 557,220 -
400,040 466,583 557,220 -
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Department Finance
Division Finance - Accounting 107020
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Enterprise & Agency 107023
Municipal Enterprise Funds consist of accounts which are in many cases self-supporting entities: Sewer Revenue, Air Quality Control Revenue, Tennis Revenue, City Wide Sports, Parking Facility Revenue, Marina Revenue, Lewis and Clark Landing Fund, Golf Revenue, Compost Revenue, Storm Water Fee Revenue, Household Hazardous Waste Revenue, and the Convention Center Hotel Revenue. Trust and Agency accounts include those in which the City acts in a fiduciary capacity or disburses funds in accordance with donor stipulations. Functional objectives include accounting and auditing procedures, preparation of financial statements, rates and fee studies, and contract negotiations.
Accounting & Reporting
Responsibilities of this organization are maintenance and control of general accounting records, preparation and issuance of all checks, pre-audit of all purchase orders, invoices and disbursements charged against the City. The maintenance and retention of all disbursements reports for the City departmental budgetary accounts are maintained and distributed. Functional responsibilities include a quarterly summary and analysis of expenses against appropriations, pre-audit of contracts and purchase orders, application of accounting disciplines, and preparation of information for bond sale official statements. This organization is also responsible for the year-end closing of funds, preparation of annual financial statements and assisting the independent auditors. This organization is also responsible for inventory control and accountability for all City owned real and personal properties.
Functional responsibilities include a quarterly summary and analysis of revenue, investment of temporarily idle funds, preparation of annual financial statements and the revenue section of the annual budget. This activity also includes the continuous monitoring and internal control of revenue against budget appropriations, and administration of the entire Revenue Division.
Audits
Internal audit includes reviewing the processes associated with the receipt and payment of funds. Special attention is given to the review of the handling of cash throughout the City. Internal audits and operational contract audits are completed as needed. With the addition of the Restaurant and Drinking Places Occupational Privilege Tax and the Tobacco Tax there are two accountants assigned to the audit function.
Billing
Responsible for the coordination of the City's centralized billing procedures. Duties include the maintenance of billing records, preparation of summary outstanding balances and receipt reports, and the resolution of billed customer inquiries.
Cashier
Collects, records, and deposits all monies pertaining to permits, fees, licenses, various taxes and other miscellaneous revenues which are not assigned to the Douglas County Treasurer by law. This responsibility includes the safekeeping of such funds and the timely deposit thereof with the banks used by the City. In addition, the Cashier Section has the custodial responsibility for the centralized city petty cash fund and the collection of returned checks, delinquent accounts and occupation taxes.
Violations Bureau
Responsible for the collection of and the accounting for all monies paid by persons who are alleged to have violated any of the non-moving provisions of the Traffic Code. The City's administrative fee for parking violations is $9 of the $16 ticket to recover the cost of collections. The remaining $7 per ticket is paid to the Omaha Public Schools as directed by State Statute.
Keno Administration
Provides for the administration of the Keno-Lottery game. Keno operates at one main and one mini-main location and approximately 173 satellite locations; each are being monitored by this section.
Performance Measures 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
Revenue
Hotel/Motel Revenue Remitted via Online Payment System $4,220,916 $4,400,000 $4,500,000Restaurant Revenue Remitted via Online Payment System $14,448,006 $14,750,000 $15,000,000Tobacco Business Revenue Remitted via Online Payment System $1,486,392 $1,530,000 $1,575,000
Program Outputs 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
General (Ref. B-1) 726,904 821,991 851,844 - Development Revenue (Ref. B-21) 23,482 25,000 20,000 - Capital Special Assessment (Ref. B-40-1) 20,000 20,000 20,000 - Parking Revenue (Ref. B-48) 49,344 49,344 58,816 -
819,730 916,335 950,660 -
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Department Finance
Division Finance - Payroll 107040
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Payroll Processing 107041
Payroll provides for wage payments to employees, pension to retirees, and disbursements of deductions from these payments. This organization is also responsible for preparation and custody of federal, state, and local wage related documents and other numerous reporting requirements.
This Organization includes the Payables function of the City of Omaha.
Budget Preparation
The preparation of an annual budget, under the Mayor's direction, is an assigned responsibility of the Finance Department according to Sections 5.01, 5.04, and 5.05 of the City Charter. Preparation involves the presentation of revenue and cost data for at least the current and immediate past fiscal years as well as a financial plan for the next budget year for all funds, departments, organizations, capital accounts, agencies, and other budgetary accounts. This organization also includes budget format design and setting up electronic line item organizational budgets.
To serve the public and improve their quality of life by preparing and implementing plans and programs which alleviate blight and deterioration and which guide the orderly growth, development, conservation, rehabilitation and sustainability of the community. To be responsive to the expressed health, safety, welfare and development needs of the public through the timely and adequate enforcement and administration of city codes and ordinances.
Goals and Objectives
Housing and Community Development
1. Promote dramatically visible concentrated improvement in neighborhoods with the greatest economic and housing needs.
2. Assist the creation of jobs for low/moderate income persons in economically distressed areas.
3. Expand affordable housing opportunities through the rehabilitation of housing, the construction of new housing and the provision of below-market rate financing.
4. Efficiently and effectively administer funds provided to the city by EPA for the testing and clean up of soil at properties located in the focus area of the Lead Superfund Site. Urban Planning
1. Continue to evaluate and update Chapter 55 to conform to Master Plan updates, including those changes as recommended by the Technical Advisory Group.
2. Continue to implement goals of the Urban Design Master Plan as available such as amending or revising ACI Corridors.
3. Study amendments to or update of the land use plan associated with adopted sewer plan, transportation plan, etc.
4. Continue to strengthen and define Omaha's historic preservation program in cooperation with the State Preservation Office.
5. Initiate the development of an alternative form-based zoning code for the city.
6. Implementation of the Transportation Master Plan by continuing coordination with MAPA on transit alternatives analysis, regional plan and by coordinating with PW on a complete streets policy.
7. Coordinate with County Health to forward transportation plan goals and refine newly adopted HIA processes.
8. Continue the multi-year Green Street Implementation Program to develop new standards, collect data and develop policies related to street trees.
Building and Development
1. Expand, improve and increase the Citizen Access to code enforcement cases and online permitting, allowing registered users to apply for, pay for, and print permits from their home (Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical and some Building Permits).
2. Move forward with online Plan review to facilitate faster review turn around.
3. Improve the quality of life through enforcement of the City's Property Maintenance, Nuisance, and Zoning Ordinances.
4. Increase field staff and trained counter staff to ensure better customer service and to provide proper life safety inspections.
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City of Omaha
2016 Planning Department Budget
Appropriated Summary
Positions Funding
By Division 2016
Appropriated
2016
Recommended
2015
Appropriated2015 2016
Administration 602,836 663,690 - 5 5Housing and Community Development 507,700 677,007 - 29 30Urban Planning 1,992,765 2,143,208 - 20 21Building and Development 6,323,472 6,890,375 - 59 67
Technology and Training 526,600 591,450 - 2014 Public Facilities - 250,000 - Capital Special Assessment 300,000 300,000 - General 8,299,463 8,984,312 - SID Administrative Fee Revenue 100,000 - - Development Revenue 200,710 248,518 -
9,426,773 10,374,280 - Total
228
Department Planning
Division Administration 109010
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Planning - Administration 109011
This organization provides direction for the Planning Department Division Managers, supports and maintains documentation for finances, personnel, policies and procedures.
115,753 150,250 155,025 - Total Non-Personal Services
Capital
- - - -
- - - - Total Capital
455,597 602,836 663,690 - Division Total
Source of Funds
General (Ref. B-1) 446,398 363,626 376,672 - Development Revenue (Ref. B-21) 3,820 200,710 248,518 - Technology and Training (Ref. B-22) 5,379 38,500 38,500 -
455,597 602,836 663,690 -
231
Department Planning
Division Housing and Community Development 109020
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Community Development & Rehab 109021
The Community Development Organization administers programs to assist the construction or rehabilitation of single and multi-family homes, provide emergency and handyman repairs, assemble property for redevelopment, construct public infrastructure and assist homeless programs. The Organization works with community and neighborhood groups and governmental agencies in planning, preparation and implantation of housing and community development activities as annually approved by the City of Omaha. The Organization prepares and implements economic development programs to create jobs and support business development.
In 2016 there is $250,000 from the Capital Improvement Program appropriated from the Public Facilities bond fund for a Homeless Day Shelter.
General (Ref. B-1) (70,396) 198,200 417,507 - Development Revenue (Ref. B-21) 178,176 - - - Technology and Training (Ref. B-22) 6,070 9,500 9,500 - 2014 Public Facilities (Ref. B-32-3) - - 250,000 - Capital Special Assessment (Ref. B-40-1) 300,000 300,000 - -
413,850 507,700 677,007 -
235
Department Planning
Division Urban Planning 109030
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Urban Planning Admin 109031
The Urban Planning Administration manages three sections of the Urban Planning Division: Long Range Planning, Current Planning, and Urban Design. This Division also provides GIS support to Planning and other City Departments.
The Current Planning organization is responsible for: development review for building permits (zoning compliance), administration of the Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals, flood plain regulations, as well as the general administration of subdivision and development activity.
The Long Range Planning organization is responsible for: transportation planning, development of the Capital Improvement Plan, annexation, environmental reviews and plans, as well as the general administration of the City’s master plan.
The Urban Design/ Historical Preservation organization is responsible for: administration of urban design code and the urban design element of the master plan, as well as overseeing the Urban Design Review Board and the Landmarks Heritage Preservation Commission.
110,897 72,000 104,900 - Total Non-Personal Services
Capital
- - - -
- - - - Total Capital
1,745,609 1,992,765 2,143,208 - Division Total
Source of Funds
General (Ref. B-1) 1,716,857 1,862,765 2,073,758 - SID Administrative Fee Revenue (Ref. B-12) - 100,000 - - Technology and Training (Ref. B-22) 28,752 30,000 69,450 -
1,745,609 1,992,765 2,143,208 -
239
Department Planning
Division Building and Development 109040
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Administration 109041
This organization provides administrative support for the inspectors in the five organizations of the Building and Development Division and the 11 advisory and examining boards of these organizations. Administrative responsibilities include operation of data processing terminals, maintenance of complaint records and microfilm files. Services also include the enforcement of Chapter 19, Occupation Taxes, of the Omaha Municipal Code; collection of permit and license fees; and the processing of applications for Certificates of Occupancy.
1,141,398 1,334,056 1,440,536 - Organization Total
Plans Examination 109042
The Plans Examination organization has the responsibility to review and approve for compliance with the various chapters of the Omaha Municipal Code related to building construction. In addition, it is responsible for coordinating plan reviews by other City departments. This organization is comprised of three Plan Examiners. This organization also serves as advisor to the Building Board of Review.
The Building organization has the responsibility to enforce Chapters 43, Building; 51, Signs; and 55, Zoning; of the Omaha Municipal Code, and administration of the Sign Examining Board. This organization is comprised of one Chief Building Inspector and nine Building Inspectors.
The Electrical organization has the responsibility to enforce Chapter 44, Electricity, of the Omaha Municipal Code and administration of the Electrical Board. This organization is comprised of one Chief Electrical Inspector and eight Electrical Inspectors. This organization provides examinations and issues licenses for Master and Journeyman Electricians and also reviews plans for electrical installations.
This organization is responsible for enforcement of Chapter 49, Plumbing and related organizations of the Omaha Municipal Code. This organization provides examinations and issues licenses for Master and Journeyman Plumbers. Plans will be reviewed for plumbing installations. In addition, this organization is responsible for the administration of the Plumbing Board and the City's Plumbing Apprenticeship Program.
The Mechanical organization has the responsibility to enforce Chapter 40 of the Omaha Municipal Code. This organization is responsible for the administration of the Air Conditioning; Boilers and Pressure Vessels; Hoisting and Portable Engineers; Operating Engineers and the Steamfitters Boards. This organization provides examinations and issues licenses for Journeyman and Master Mechanical Tradesman and reviews plans for mechanical installations.
This Code Enforcement Organization enforces the City’s Property Maintenance Ordinance. The Organization inspects property to ensure structures are safe, sanitary and fit for occupancy and use. The Organization has the responsibility to enforce the condemnation of structures unfit for human occupancy and order the demolition of such structures. In addition, the Organization enforces the City’s Nuisance and Zoning Ordinances.
1,530,490 1,593,499 1,634,863 - Organization Total
5,557,692 6,323,472 6,890,375 - Division Total
241
Department Planning
Division Building and Development
Performance Summary By Division
109040Division No
Performance Measures 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
Application time processing 5 min 7 min 7 minComplaints Handled per Inspector 4,270 1,900 1,900Inspections per Day per Inspector 10.5 14 14Notices Sent per Inspector 940 1,200 1,200Time for Plan Review (Business days) - Commercial 14 14 14Time for Plan Review (Business days) - Residential 10 8 8Time per inspection 23 min 30 min 30 min
Program Outputs 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
1,094,102 1,243,400 1,287,025 - Total Non-Personal Services
Capital
- - - -
- - - - Total Capital
5,557,692 6,323,472 6,890,375 - Division Total
Source of Funds
General (Ref. B-1) 5,283,508 5,874,872 6,116,375 - Technology and Training (Ref. B-22) 274,184 448,600 474,000 - Capital Special Assessment (Ref. B-40-1) - - 300,000 -
5,557,692 6,323,472 6,890,375 -
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City of Omaha
Police Department
Mission Statement
The Omaha Police Department, in partnership with our community, provides impartial, ethical and professional law enforcement services and protection. We strive to maintain the trust and confidence of our citizens while working to improve the quality of life.
Goals and Objectives
1. Reduction of Crime a. Reduction of Violent Crime b. Reduction of Property Crime
2. Modernize the Department a. Technology b. Maximize Efficiency via best practices
3. Police / Community Relatons a. Community Policing b. Improve Public Confidence c. Enhance witness cooperation
4. Quality Police Service a. Professional growth for employees (i.e. training) b. Well-being for employees (physical and mental well-being)
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City of Omaha
2016 Police Department Budget
Appropriated Summary
Positions Funding
2016
Appropriated
2016
Recommended
2015
Appropriated2015 2016By Department
Office of the Police Chief 6,862,093 5,567,104 - - - Criminal Investigations Bureau 31,639,081 30,031,109 - - - Executive Officer Bureau 9,609,687 7,108,037 - - - Police Services Bureau 22,420,702 23,739,112 - - - Uniform Patrol Bureau 60,213,599 66,229,791 - - -
Advanced Acquisition 1,400,000 - - General 126,772,162 130,424,153 - 2014 Public Facilities 2,097,000 1,775,000 - Keno/Lottery Proceeds 476,000 476,000 -
130,745,162 132,675,153 - Total
246
Department Police
Division Office of the Police Chief 111000
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Chief Administrative Functions 111111
The Chief of Police commands the overall operations of the Department and receives support from the Professional Standards Section, the Public Information Office, the Internal Affairs Unit, and the Executive Officer Bureau. The Chief of Police has the responsibility of determining Departmental policies and for ensuring the complete discharge of all duties imposed upon him/her. The Chief of Police is a Department Head under Sections 3.07, 3.11 of the Omaha Charter and reports directly to the Mayor.
Internal Affairs
The Internal Affairs Unit reports directly to the Chief of Police and investigates citizen and internal complaints.
Public Information Office
The Public Information Office coordinates dissemination of information to the news media and manages the Crime Stoppers Program.
Professional Standards Admin
The Professional Standards Section includes the Inspection Unit and the Internal Affairs Unit. A Captain commands the Professional Standards Section and reports directly to the Chief of Police.
Calls for Service per Day 620 630 635Community Precinct Meetings per Precinct 191 150 150Officer initiated Traffic Stops 37,638 40,000 42,000
Response to Priority 1 Citizen Calls
Average Response Time 6:26 6:00 5:35
Telephone Response Unit (TRS)
% of Low Priority Calls Received by 911 and Diverted to TRS 2% 5% 5%Reports Taken per Police Information Operator I 3,147 3,000 3,200Time per Report (mins.) 52 min 50 min 42 min
248
Department Police
Division Criminal Investigations Bureau 111500
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
CIB Administrative Functions 114231
The Criminal Investigations Bureau (CIB) is commanded by a Deputy Chief and conducts 24 hour investigations into crimes. The Criminal Investigations Bureau is comprised of (1) the Criminal Investigations Section, and (2) the Special Operations Section. A Captain commands each of the Sections.
Criminal Investigations Section The Criminal Investigations Section (CIS) is comprised of the Auto Theft Unit, Burglary Unit, Crime Analysis Squad, Criminal Investigations Unit, Homicide Unit, Operations Squad, Robbery Unit, and Special Victims Unit. A Captain commands this Section. All Units within this Section are commanded by a Lieutenant.
Special Operations SectionThe Special Operations Section (SOS) is comprised of the Narcotics Unit and Gang Unit. This Section provides 24-hour services to police field operations. A Captain commands this Section. All Units within this Section are commanded by a Lieutenant.
Auto Theft Unit
The Auto Theft Unit is responsible for investigating all motor vehicle thefts, thefts from motor vehicles, destruction of property to vehicles, and “gas drive offs”. The Pawn Squad is part of the Auto Theft Unit.
Burglary Unit
The Burglary Unit is responsible for investigating all Burglaries, Attempted Burglaries, Shopliftings, Thefts, Destruction of Property (not involving motor vehicles), and Criminal Trespass. This also includes the recovery of all stolen property in cases assigned to the unit. The Fraud Squad is part of the Burglary Unit.
Homicide Unit
The Homicide Unit investigates all criminal homicides, as well as felony assaults. The Homicide Unit also maintains a cold case file of unsolved homicides requiring additional information. The Cold Case/Felony Assault Squad is part of the Homicide Unit
Special Victims Unit
The Special Victims Unit is comprised of the Child Victim/Sexual Assault Squad, the Domestic Violence Squad, and the Missing Persons Squad. This Unit provides services to victims.
Gang Unit
The Gang Unit is comprised of North Gang Suppression Squad, South Gang Suppression Squad, Gang Intelligence Squad, Fugitive Squad, Safe Street Task Force Squad, and the Firearms Squad.
Narcotics Unit
The Narcotics Unit conducts specialized investigations. This unit is comprised of the Narcotics Squad, Intelligence Squad, and Special Operations/Vice Squad.
Operations Squad
The Operations Squad provides support and assistance to the Crime Investigations Section. The Operations Squad includes a polygraph officer and administrative personnel who provide clerical support to CIS detectives. The Operations Squad is commanded by an Administrative Sergeant.
Crime Analysis Squad
The Crime Analysis Squad provides crime data and trends to the department and provides crime data for weekly CompStat meetings. This unit also investigates high profile trends in crimes.
Robbery Unit
The Robbery Unit is responsible for investigating all person, commercial and bank robberies. This includes, but is not limited to, car jackings, home invasions, strong arm robberies, abduction, ransoms, convenience store robberies and bank and credit union robberies. The Digital Forensics Squad is part of the Robbery Unit.
249
Department Police
Division Criminal Investigations Bureau 111500
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Criminal Investigation Unit
The Criminal Investigations Unit is comprised of the Field Investigations Squad. The Criminal Investigations Unit is responsible for preliminary investigations an all crimes against persons. This includes, but is not limited to, felony assaults, robberies, and other felony cases when Criminal Investigations Section personnel are not available.
28,370,265 31,639,081 30,031,109 - Organization Total
28,370,265 31,639,081 30,031,109 - Division Total
250
Department Police
Division Executive Officer Bureau 112000
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Exec Officer Admin Function 112111
The Executive Officer Bureau (EOB) is commanded by a Deputy Chief who serves as the senior staff administrative officer, assisting the Office of the Chief of Police. The Executive Officer Bureau includes the Professional Standards Section.
Neighborhood Services Unit
The Neighborhood Services Unit provides assistance to the public on problem resolution and prevention programs. A Lieutenant commands the Neighborhood Services Unit.
Backgrounds Unit
The Backgrounds Unit is responsible for conducting background investigations on police applicants and verifying their qualifications in order to forecast future job performance. Other background investigations may be conducted for other units or departments as ordered by the Executive Officer. Volunteer Services is also assigned to the Backgrounds Unit and is responsible for coordinating Department-wide volunteer and intern activities. A Lieutenant commands the Backgrounds Unit.
Training Unit
The Training Unit provides both a Basic Recruit Academy for new recruit officers, maintains continuing education courses for all sworn officers, and coordinates all training for non-sworn members of the Department. A Lieutenant commands the Training Unit.
Research & Planning
Research and Planning (R&P) is responsible for updating the Standard Operating Procedures of the Department, the compilation of the Annual Report, and the drafting of General Orders. R&P is also responsible for policy and legislative research for policy review, grant writing and grant management, representation at community policy meetings and steering committees, and the coordination of the accreditation process. Research and Planning reports to the Deputy Chief of the Executive Officer Bureau.
6,701,700 9,609,687 7,108,037 - Organization Total
6,701,700 9,609,687 7,108,037 - Division Total
251
Department Police
Division Police Services Bureau 113000
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
PSB Admin Functions 113111
The Police Services Bureau (PSB) is commanded by a Deputy Chief and provides support services to the Department. The Police Services Bureau is comprised of (1) the Administrative Information Section; (2) the Support Services Section; (3) the Information Technology Office; and (4) the Crime Lab. The functions of Fiscal Affairs, which include the responsibility for monitoring Departmental expenditures and for managing the fiscal affairs of the Department through annual strategic budgeting processes, falls directly under the PSB Deputy Chief. The Sections and Crime Lab are commanded by Captains and report directly to the PSB Deputy Chief. The Information Technology Office also reports directly to the PSB Deputy Chief.
Human Resources
Human Resources provides a variety of service and support functions, including coordinating hiring and personnel actions, applying rules of labor contracts and the Omaha Municipal Code in areas relevant to human resources, and managing payroll and timekeeping functions. Human Resources is managed by an Office Manager.
Administrative Information Section
The Administrative Information Section (AIS) provides specialized support services to the Department. This Section consists of Human Resources, Data Center, Records, Air Support Unit, Evidence/Property Unit, Emergency Response Unit/Bomb Response Squad. A Captain commands the Administrative Information Section.
Data Center
The Data Center provides information, via radio, to police personnel and is responsible for inputting crime reports, citations, and NCIC entries into the appropriate systems. The Telephone Report Squad also reports to the Data Center. The Telephone Report Squad is responsible for taking reports from the public and entering them into the Department’s computer system. The Data Center is managed by an Office Manager.
Support Services Section
Provides informational and specific support services to the Department. This Section consists of the Customer Services Unit, Police Supply, Impound Lot, and Fleet/Facilities. A Captain commands the Support Services Section.
Police Supply
Police Supply manages the Department’s Quartermaster System, along with the requisition, storage, and distribution of office supplies. Police Supply also coordinates the repair of damaged equipment, administers a petty cash fund, and processes invoices and payment vouchers. Police Supply reports directly to the Support Services Section.
Fleet/Facilities
The Fleet/Facilities function procures services and maintains the Department’s vehicles and facilities. These activities are managed by the Fleet/Facilities Coordinator.
Vehicle Impound Facility
The Vehicle Impound Facility provides for towing and disposal of abandoned and wrecked vehicles. After the proper holding period, unclaimed vehicles are auctioned to private entities. It also administers the contract with the accident and violations tow vendor. The Vehicle Impound Facility is managed by the Vehicle Impound Lot Manager.
Records
Records maintains the Department’s Central Records System, to include scanning, filing, and disseminating of reports and criminal history information. Records is managed by the Administrative Information Manager.
Customer Service Unit
The Customer Service Unit provides a variety of services and support functions, to include the receiving and processing of incoming telephone calls, handling inquiries from the public, and taking walk-in reports. The Court Liaison Squad falls under this Unit. The Customer Services Unit is commanded by a Lieutenant.
252
Department Police
Division Police Services Bureau 113000
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Air Support Unit
The Air Support Unit provides aerial surveillance support. The use of aircraft provides enhanced officer safety, hastened response times, and a powerful level of observation that is augmented by thermal-imaging capability. The Air Support Unit is commanded by a Lieutenant.
Crime Lab
The Crime Lab provides evidence collection and preservation support to police field operations. The Crime Lab is commanded by a Captain.
Evidence/Property
Evidence/Property provides secure storage for evidence recovered during the investigation of crimes/crime scenes.
Emergency Response Unit
The Emergency Response Unit (ERU) provides services requiring special equipment, weapons, tactics, and training. This unit is deployed for hostage/barricade situations, high-risk warrant service, and dignitary protection. This unit consists of the Bomb Response Squad, which handles all called-for-services involving actual or suspected explosive devices, and the Bomb Dog Squad.
Information Technology Office
Information Technology Office (ITO) ensures proper maintenance and new development of the Department’s Information Technology Systems, including the Records Management System (RMS), Mobile Data Computers, IT infrastructure, and all WEB-based applications. The ITO also acts as the Department Liaison with all outside technology vendors and Douglas County 911. The Information Technology Office reports directly to the PSB Deputy Chief.
23,157,335 22,420,702 23,739,112 - Organization Total
23,157,335 22,420,702 23,739,112 - Division Total
253
Department Police
Division Uniform Patrol Bureau 114200
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
UPB Administrative Functions 114211
The Uniform Patrol Bureau (UPB) is commanded by a Deputy Chief and is divided into four Uniform Patrol Precincts: Northwest, Northeast, Southeast, and Southwest. The Uniform Patrol Bureau provides 24-hour general police services to the public. These services include uniform patrol, response to calls-for-service, law enforcement, and problem resolution. A Captain commands each Precinct.
Northwest Precinct
.
Northeast Precinct
.
Southeast Precinct
.
Southwest Precinct
The Traffic Unit falls under the Southwest Precinct.
Traffic Unit
The Traffic Unit provides 24-hour specialized traffic accident investigation, selective traffic enforcement, special event services, and dual-purpose canine and equestrian patrol services. The Canine Squad and Mounted Patrol Squad are assigned to the Traffic Unit under the command of the Traffic Unit Lieutenant, assigned to the Southwest Precinct.
Canine Squad
The Canine Squad assists in calls for service, investigations, traffic enforcement, criminal interdiction, narcotics detection, evidence recovery, building searches, patrol routes, radio calls, traffic control and public appearances.
Mounted Patrol Squad
The Mounted Patrol Squad assists with calls for service, traffic and crowd control, traffic enforcement, dignitary and security escorts, search and rescue missions, and public relations.
124,633,014 130,745,162 132,675,153 - Department Total
Source of Funds
General (Ref. B-1) 121,798,632 126,772,162 130,424,153 - Keno/Lottery Proceeds (Ref. B-10) 476,000 476,000 476,000 - 2010 Public Safety (Ref. B-30-2) 94,269 - - - 2010 Public Facilities (Ref. B-32-2) 185,672 - - - 2014 Public Facilities (Ref. B-32-3) - 2,097,000 1,775,000 - City Capital Improvement (Ref. B-33) 2,078,441 - - - Advanced Acquisition (Ref. B-34) - 1,400,000 - -
124,633,014 130,745,162 132,675,153 -
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City of Omaha
Fire Department
Mission Statement
It is the mission of the Omaha Fire Department to protect the lives, property, and environment of our community through preparation, prevention, and protection in a competent and courteous manner. The members of our department hold themselves and each other to a high ethical standard, with integrity, professionalism, and compassion being at the core of every decision we make.
Goals and Objectives
1. Life safety is our number one priority.
2. Reduce fire loss throughout our response territory.
3. Mitigate all types of emergency situations including hazardous materials incidents, confined space rescues, high angle rescues, fires and emergency medical problems.
4. Continue to provide proactive training to members of the department.
5. Serve with kindness and compassion, be ready, and do what's right to create excellent outcomes.
2014 Public Safety 345,000 2,000,000 - General 91,961,218 95,098,593 - 2010 Public Safety 1,469,000 - -
93,775,218 97,098,593 - Total
260
Department Fire
Division Fire Administration 114510
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Fire Chief Administration 114511
The purpose of Fire Chief Administration is to provide administrative support to the various organizations of the Omaha Fire Department. The personnel in this organization manage and maintain department policies, procedures, personnel records and other support services to ensure a consistent and efficient delivery of service.
1,198,192 2,162,284 2,455,079 - Organization Total
Fire Capital 114512
The purpose of Fire Capital is to provide financial monitoring of capital fund services to the Omaha Fire Department so it can efficiently allocate resources to ensure a high level of service is delivered to our customers.
1,458,509 1,881,000 2,184,000 - Organization Total
Fire Recruitment 114513
The purpose of Recruitment is to develop a workforce that represents the community being served by attracting quality recruits and creating opportunities for success.
The purpose of performing Financial Management is to provide fiscal monitoring services to the Omaha Fire Department so it can effectively deliver services to the community.
The purpose of Information Technology is to provide IT/data support to the Omaha Fire Department to better manage and evaluate the needs of the community; to assure services are sufficient and adequate; to help identify areas of growth and change; provide insight into new services or sources of revenue to stimulate growth and allow efficient response operations.
The purpose of Fire Facilities and Vehicle Management is to provide facility and vehicle oversight and support within the Omaha Fire Department, so it can effectively and securely meet the community's public safety needs.
3,093,896 3,304,777 3,070,714 - Organization Total
6,377,650 8,018,426 8,494,822 - Division Total
262
Department Fire
Division Fire Investigation Unit 114520
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Fire Investigation Unit 114523
The purpose of the Fire Investigation Unit is to conduct sound and legal fire investigations, determine the cause and origin of fires, and to conduct criminal investigations when fires are determined to be incendiary in nature. The goal of the Fire Investigation Unit is to deter the crime of arson, by collecting evidence, interviewing/interrogating suspects, arresting suspects and testifying in court to convict arson suspects.
The purpose of Firefighter Safety is to ensure industry-standard annual safety testing, evaluations, and tracking services are performed on Omaha Fire Department personnel and equipment so employees can perform their duties in a safe manner to minimize and prevent injuries.
This Bureau is also responsible for compiling information on new equipment, internal investigations, accident investigations, citizen complaints, liaison to other Douglas County Fire Rescue Departments and the Douglas County 911 Communication Center, Human Resources Department IOD/sick leave, Tri-Mutual Aid, purchases and maintenance of communications equipment and coordinating the activities of light duty personnel. Other RDA's involvement: City annexation committee, forms committee, Fire Department response territories, grant research and application and Homeland Security.
The purpose of Firefighter Health and Wellness is to provide a comprehensive medical and fitness program including education, awareness, monitoring and tracking to ensure our most valuable resource is able to maintain a level of health and wellness that enhances career-long job performance, productivity and efficiency, while preventing injury and illness.
Program Outputs 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
Total number of on-the-job injuries 93 90 85
266
Department Fire
Division Fire & Life Safety Education & Prevention 114550
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Life Safety Public Education 114551
The purpose of Life Safety Public Education is to minimize the risk of life and property loss resulting from fire and medical emergencies through education and the promotion of public awareness.
The purpose of Fire Code Enforcement is to minimize the risk of life and property loss resulting from fire by observing, enforcing, and eliminating hazardous conditions.
2,705,823 1,504,796 1,659,929 - Organization Total
4,107,173 1,841,288 2,284,644 - Division Total
267
Department Fire
Division Fire & Life Safety Education & Prevention
Performance Summary By Division
114550Division No
Performance Measures 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
% of fires caused by children .04% 1% 1%% of occupancies inspected by Certified Fire Inspectors 58% 65% 70%
Program Outputs 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
# of building familiarization inspections conducted 5,015 7,200 7,200# of occupancies inspected by Certified Fire Inspectors 11,076 12,500 12,500# of public presentations provided 1,501 1,700 1,700
268
Department Fire
Division Technical Services 114560
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Maintenance & Repair 114561
The purpose of Fire Maintenance and Repair is to provide fire department building and apparatus repair, and coordination of those services, including equipment and personal protective equipment repair and maintenance services to the personnel of the department.
The purpose of Fire Supplies and Logistics is to provide all the necessary supplies and equipment to support the operation of the fire department including new equipment, repair, and delivery services to the department's personnel.
Fire Operations Training provides entry level, continuing education and specialized training opportunities for Department members. Training is responsible for establishing curriculums, developing courses, formulating and delivering lesson plans and providing hands on training to Department personnel. Training insures that members meet or exceed nationally recognized certification levels and are prepared to reduce loss from fire, prevent - protect lives and property from fire and are prepared to respond to hazardous materials and emergency medical incidents.
The purpose of Emergency Medical Services Training is to provide initial and continuing education training to all Omaha Fire Department personnel, so they can acquire the knowledge, skills, and abilities to positively affect patient care and initiate their return to a quality of life they enjoyed before the medical or traumatic emergency.
The purpose of Special Operations Training is to provide entry level technical, continuing and advanced special operations training services to special operations personnel so they can have the skills to meet and exceed nationally recognized certification levels and provide a legal, effective, safe and timely response to specialized hazardous condition incidents.
Performance Measures 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
% of civilians in cardiac arrest who are successfully resuscitated and leave the hospital neurologically intact, compared to the national average of 8%
8.40% 17% 17%
% of fires contained to the room of origin 58% 56% 56%% of special operations personnel with technician level certification in all specialty areas who received continuing education training
100% 100% 100%
271
Department Fire
Division Fire Emergency Response Operations 114580
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Fire Operations Response 114581
The purpose of Fire Response is to provide emergency and non-emergency services to residents and visitors in the Greater Omaha Metropolitan Area so they can receive the benefit of professional, timely, safe and effective fire and medical emergency services.
14,879,437 19,662,915 20,545,045 - Organization Total
Emergency Medical Response 114582
The purpose of Emergency Medical Response is to provide pre-hospital basic and advanced medical care and transportation services to the sick and injured in the Omaha metropolitan area so they can receive rapid and effective medical care of the highest quality.
53,817,264 56,302,129 56,595,204 - Organization Total
Special Operations Response 114583
The purpose of Special Operations Response is to provide hazardous material and specialty rescue services to the citizens of the Omaha Metropolitan and regional areas so they can survive rescue incidents and benefit from a stabilized environment with minimal impact.
3,012,472 3,955,252 4,064,198 - Organization Total
71,709,173 79,920,296 81,204,447 - Division Total
272
Department Fire
Division Fire Emergency Response Operations
Performance Summary By Division
114580Division No
Performance Measures 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
Average Response Time to Emergency Medical Calls 4:28 4:20 4:00Average Response Time to Fire Calls 4:43 4:30 4:10Average Response Time to Special Operations Calls 4:59 5:00 5:00
Program Outputs 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
# of Fire Calls 1,754 1,600 1,600# of Mutual Aide Calls 401 280 280# of Rescue Squad Calls 34,361 35,000 36,000# of Special Operations Calls 493 800 800
273
Department Fire
Division Fire Sworn
Division Summary of Personal Services
114500Department No
Class Title
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Class Code
2016Appropriated
2016Recommended
2015Auth.
2014Actual
Assistant Fire Chief 3 4 3 401,8652610 - - Assistant Fire Chief - Drop - - 1 136,3172610D - - Assistant Fire Marshal 1 1 - - 8130 - - Assistant Fire Marshal - Drop - - 1 105,0308130D - - Battalion Fire Chief 27 27 24 2,700,8158150 - - Battalion Fire Chief - Drop - - 3 338,2448150D - - EMS Shift Supervisor 3 3 3 296,6768120 - - Fire Apparatus Engineer 105 106 106 8,188,5768030 - - Fire Captain 129 128 124 10,984,6618070 - - Fire Captain - Drop - 2 6 533,7188070D - - Fire Chief 1 1 1 157,1292620 - - Firefighter 364 365 380 26,475,7418010 - - College Incentive 1,732 - Compensated Time Payoff 500,000 - Court Pay 5,860 - FLSA Pay 867,000 - Holiday Pay 1,915,542 - Longevity 1,180,251 - Overtime 200,000 - Speciality Pay 3,118,603 -
93,073,120 93,775,218 97,098,593 - Department Total
Source of Funds
General (Ref. B-1) 91,631,833 91,961,218 95,098,593 - 2010 Public Safety (Ref. B-30-2) 807,222 1,469,000 - - 2014 Public Safety (Ref. B-30-3) - 345,000 2,000,000 - 2010 Public Facilities (Ref. B-32-2) 532,445 - - - City Capital Improvement (Ref. B-33) 101,620 - - -
93,073,120 93,775,218 97,098,593 -
276
City of Omaha
Parks Department
Mission Statement
The mission of the Parks, Recreation, and Public Property Department is to provide and maintain a comprehensive park system, manage public property, and offer recreational opportunities for the citizens and visitors of the Omaha community to encourage a healthy, positive lifestyle that is essential to the quality of life.
Goals and Objectives
1. The Citizens of Omaha will receive services from the Parks, Recreation, and Public Property Department that maintain and improve their quality of life.
2. The Citizens of Omaha will receive improved services and programs from the Parks, Recreation, and Public Property Department through the identification and receipt of other funding sources outside of the General Fund.
3. The Citizens of Omaha will be more aware of the value and scope of the essential services the department provide.
4. The Citizens of Omaha will have improved communication, customer service, efficiency, resource management, and transparency through the implementation of new technology within the Parks, Recreation, and Public Property Department.
5. The Citizens of Omaha will have increased safety, reduction of facility and equipment downtime, and long-term savings from the Parks, Recreation, and Public Property Department by maintaining and systematically replacing outdated and aging equipment and facilities.
6. The Citizens of Omaha will experience increased security of parks, recreation, and public property facilities and reduced destruction of city property.
Golf Operations 4,150,976 4,350,694 - Tennis Operations 266,577 271,275 - 2010 Parks And Recreation 3,260,000 1,498,000 - 2014 Parks and Recreation - 1,896,000 - City Wide Sports Revenue 370,689 399,948 - City Street Maintenance 292,731 292,731 - Keno/Lottery Proceeds 1,725,200 1,820,100 - Capital Special Assessment 25,000 40,000 - City Capital Improvement - 2,000,000 - General 19,529,511 19,711,794 - Lewis and Clark Landing 45,108 65,467 - Marinas 494,641 450,952 - Pedestrian Trail Bridge - Joint Use 99,668 125,000 -
30,260,101 32,921,961 - Total
278
Department Parks
Division Park Administration Division 115011
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Executive Administration 115015
The purpose of Executive Administrative is to provide administrative support services to departments so they can efficiently deliver results for customers.
The purpose of the Financial Management Activity is to provide financial monitoring services to the Parks, Recreation, and Public Property Department so it can efficiently deliver results for customers.
The purpose of the Employment & Benefits Activity is to provide employment products to department employees so they can receive their benefits and compensation equitably and accurately.
The purpose of Information Technology is to provide information technology support, including the purchase and installation of hardware and software, to the Parks, Recreation, and Public Property Department so it can efficiently deliver results for customers.
33,569 27,327 17,615 - Total Non-Personal Services
Capital
- - - -
- - - - Total Capital
525,892 568,213 507,756 - Division Total
Source of Funds
General (Ref. B-1) 525,892 568,213 507,756 -
525,892 568,213 507,756 -
281
Department Parks
Division Parks & Facilities Division 115020
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Planning & Construction 115012
The purpose of Planning and Construction is to provide professional and economical design, planning, and construction management services to the citizens and visitors of the Omaha Community so they can experience safe, enjoyable, and well-designed Parks, Recreational, and Public Property facilities.
10,418,647 4,206,861 5,866,332 - Organization Total
Machinery & Equipment Repair 115021
The purpose of Equipment Maintenance and Repair is to economically repair and maintain licensed and unlicensed vehicles, tractors, and equipment for the Parks, Recreation, and Public Property Department to ensure equipment is available for use and in safe operating condition.
In the 2016 budget there is $500,000 allocated for equipment purchases from the City Capital Improvement Fund.
1,042,845 1,113,760 1,655,078 - Organization Total
Grounds Maintenance & Repairs 115025
This includes Grounds Maintenance & Repairs and Right of Way Maintenance. The responsibility is to administer and monitor 10 grounds maintenance contracts at 6 park locations and 4 Right-of-Ways throughout the City. Two business improvement district contracts are also monitored for compliance.
7,218,237 7,502,954 7,372,032 - Organization Total
Code Enforcement 115027
Code Enforcement investigates citizens' complaints concerning weeds, trees, and litter on private property. Where violations of the Omaha Municipal Code exist, notices are sent to property owners. Property owners who do not satisfy complaints are subject to special assessment.
1,161,048 1,097,824 1,125,484 - Organization Total
282
Department Parks
Division Parks & Facilities Division 115020
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Forestry 115028
Forestry is responsible for the care of all trees within the City. This includes trees in parks, rights-of-way, and private property. Forestry promotes sound tree management, tree care, and tree planting. Licensing of the arborists working within the City is an important component of the total forestry function. Two (2) three member crews perform tree maintenance work as well as hazardous tree limb removal on a call out basis. Tree maintenance contracts include tree removal, pruning, disease control, and stump removal.
The purpose of Park Facilities Services is to provide timely, reliable, and cost-effective maintenance and repairs to the Facilities and Infrastructures of the Parks, Recreation, and Public Property Department so they can minimize the disruption of services and increase customer satisfaction.
4,651,559 4,066,749 3,968,888 - Organization Total
Park Maint Split Employees 115035
Employee Compensation - 207,243 529,150 -
- 207,243 529,150 - Organization Total
Sports Turf Maintenance 115543
Sports Turf is responsible for the maintenance of special sports type turf areas. In addition, this activity is responsible for maintenance of the turf and irrigation systems at the following city soccer complexes: Tranquility Park and Seymour Smith Park.
Program Outputs 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
Code Enforcement (Weeds, Litter, and Trees)
# of complaints resolved within 30 days. 8,578 9,000 9,000# of violations 9,781 10,500 10,500# of work orders produced for City employees 1,643 2,000 2,000Program expenditure per inspection provided $77 $73 $73Total number of complaints 14,339 14,000 14,000
Equipment Repair & Maintenance
# of licensed equipment 60 60 60# of repairs completed 614 650 650# of unlicensed equipment 1,170 1,170 1,170# of work orders processed per FTE 88 93 93
Facilities & Infrastructure Maint & Repair
# of preventative maintenance scheduled 600 650 650# of repairs requested 3,150 3,400 3,500
Forestry
# of hazardous trees removed 1,486 1,500 1,500# of residential tree complaints 2,831 3,000 3,100# of trees planted 444 450 450# of trees trimmed 2,027 2,050 2,050
Grounds Maintenance & Repair
# of all park land acres 8,534 8,600 8,600# of days between mowing 9 9 8# of flower beds maintained 145 135 135# of maintainable acres 3,655 3,700 3,700Program expenditure per maintainable acre $1,472 $1,479 $1,479
Planning & Development
# of outside entity plans reviewed 130 120 120# of parks renovated 5 6 6# of projects completed annually 68 50 60# of projects completed per FTE 11 8 10# of structures renovated 12 10 10# of trail miles constructed 0 2 3
285
Department Parks
Division Parks & Facilities Division
Division Summary of Personal Services
115020Division No
Class Title
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Class Code
2016Appropriated
2016Recommended
2015Auth.
2014Actual
Accountant I - - 1 64,8780390 - - Automotive Equipment Operator I 2 2 2 80,4726310 - - Automotive Equipment Operator III 3 3 3 140,8826330 - - Automotive Mechanic 6 6 6 298,9206390 - - Automotive Repair Foreman 1 1 1 59,2472180 - - Chief Field Inspector 1 1 1 64,6131810 - - City Maintenance Foreman I 4 2 3 143,7552100 - - City Maintenance Foreman II 7 8 8 465,9942110 - - City Maintenance Foreman III 1 1 1 64,6792120 - - City Maintenance Superintendent 1 1 1 76,3322140 - - City Maintenance Supervisor 1 1 1 68,1302130 - - Clerk Typist II 2 1 1 35,7885080 - - Electrician 3 3 3 160,7866230 - - Engineering Technician I 1 1 1 68,7321360 - - Engineering Technician II 1 1 1 75,5721370 - - Environmental Inspector 4 4 4 213,8655920 - - Fabrication Mechanic II 1 2 1 49,1056561 - - Forester 1 1 1 70,0382350 - - GIS Technician II - - 1 57,2735850 - - Golf Course Superintendent 1 1 1 60,4022410 - - Landscape Gardener 22 24 22 930,6316910 - - Maintenance Repairer II 10 10 10 480,6456210 - - Master Plumber - 1 1 53,9126260 - - Office Supervisor 1 1 1 56,6490050 - - Painter 1 1 1 48,7346810 - - Park Caretaker II 8 7 8 302,3746990 - - Park Maintenance Manager 1 1 1 85,1732550 - - Parks & Recreation Planner II 3 3 3 236,2962440 - - Partskeeper II 1 1 1 45,8945420 - - Plumber 2 2 2 117,7646240 - - Power Systems Mechanic II 2 2 2 99,4876566 - - Secretary I - 1 - - 5110 - - Semi-Skilled Laborer 1 2 2 76,8386120 - - Tree Trimmer I 1 1 1 42,4706950 - - Tree Trimmer II 5 5 5 226,2416960 - - Union Officer 1 1 1 54,3306525U - - Inter/Intra-Departmental Charge (61,967) - Longevity 31,865 - Overtime 50,750 - Part-Time and Seasonal 870,750 -
General (Ref. B-1)City Street Maintenance (Ref. B-6)Keno/Lottery Proceeds (Ref. B-10) Pedestrian Trail Bridge - Joint Use (Ref. B-20) 2006 Parks And Recreation (Ref. B-28-2) 2014 Parks and Recreation (Ref. B-28-4) 2010 Parks And Recreation (Ref. B-28-3) 2010 Public Facilities (Ref. B-32-2)City Capital Improvement (Ref. B-33) Capital Special Assessment (Ref. B-40-1) 25,000 25,000 40,000 -
25,678,173 19,216,095 21,683,498 -
288
Department Parks
Division Public Awareness Division 115050
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Public Awareness 115051
The purpose of Public Awareness is to reach and inform the citizens and visitors of the Omaha Community about the breadth, depth, and scope of the services provided by the Parks, Recreation, and Public Property Department that encourage a healthy, positive lifestyle essential to the quality of life.
Program Outputs 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
Public Awareness
# of Newsletter Subscribers 17,330 18,000 19,000# of PRPP web visits 450,614 460,000 470,000# of Social Media Subscribers 5,597 10,000 11,000Program expenditure per public interaction $0.23 $0.21 $0.21
21,622 23,080 25,000 - Total Non-Personal Services
Capital
- - - -
- - - - Total Capital
114,225 111,372 199,907 - Division Total
Source of Funds
General (Ref. B-1) 114,225 111,372 199,907 -
114,225 111,372 199,907 -
292
Department Parks
Division Security Division 115060
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Security 115061
The purpose of Security is to provide an improved safe and secure environment to citizens, visitors, and staff so they can comfortably participate in the Parks, Recreation, and Public Property services and facilities.
Non-Personal Services 153,079 180,000 - -
In 2016 the Security Division is no longer being used because the security expenses have been put back into the appropriate divisions.
153,079 180,000 - - Organization Total
153,079 180,000 - - Division Total
293
Department Parks
Division Security Division
Performance Summary By Division
115060Division No
Program Outputs 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
Security
# of alarm systems in PRPP facilities 91 99 99# of cameras at PRPP parks & facilities 73 112 164# of contracted security hours for PRPP facilities/events 5,439 5,500 3,800# of gates at parks 598 598 598
In 2016 the Security Division is no longer being used because the security expenses have been put back into the appropriate divisions.
Division Total
Source of Funds
General (Ref. B-1) 153,079 180,000 - -
153,079 180,000 - -
295
Department Parks
Division Community Recreation Division 115100
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Programmed Facilities 115111
Provides citizens of all ages a variety of classes and activities in 14 community centers throughout the City. This includes city Ice Arenas, Swimming Pools, Rec's Kids Club and Hummel Nature Center. The Ice Arena is responsible for the operation of Motto McLean Ice Arena as a year round operation. The objective and goals are to provide public facilities for those citizens interested in recreational as well as competitive skating. The Swimming Pools provide for the operation of the City's 15 pools, including eight traditional pools. This activity emphasizes instructional programs for swimming and water safety skills. Rec's is an out of school neighborhood recreation program designed to provide a variety of activities for children between the ages of 6 and 12. There are 14 different sites throughout the city. Hummel is a year round facility offering summer day camp and fall/winter programming for youth.
4,814,174 4,745,191 4,860,552 - Organization Total
Rentals and Reservations 115341
The purpose of Rentals and Reservations is to sell, reserve, rent, and permit Parks, Recreation, and Public Property goods, services, and facilities to citizens and visitors of the Omaha Community so that they may enjoy affordable, accessible leisure activities that enhance their quality of life.
The purpose of Special Events is to plan and implement an array of no-cost entertainment, educational, and socially-based events that will enhance the quality of life for families, visitors, and members of the Omaha Community.
The purpose of Open Use & Cultural Resources is to provide unique outdoor recreational, educational, and cultural opportunities to the citizens and visitors of the Omaha Community so they can enhance their physical and emotional well-being and to meet the ever evolving interests of the community.
Program Outputs 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
Programmed Facilities
# of attendees at ice rinks 96,288 100,000 105,000# of attendees at Nature Center 20,340 21,000 22,000# of attendees at pools 149,865 150,000 155,000# of participants in recreational centers programs/classes 712,223 750,000 775,000Program expenditure per attendee $4.82 $4.49 $4.34
Reservations & Rentals
# of campgrounds rented 5,055 5,400 5,400# of hours outdoor pools rented 223 225 230# of hours rented at Community Centers (includes indoor pools) 8,279 8,700 9,100# of pavilion rentals 264 290 300# of permits issued at Community Centers 12 15 20# of shelter/wedding permits issued 459/179 480/200 500/225Activity expenditure per rental $2.26 $2.01 $1.95
General (Ref. B-1) 4,861,823 4,856,430 4,992,464 -
4,861,823 4,856,430 4,992,464 -
299
Department Parks
Division Enterprise Divisions 115400
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Citywide Sports 115351
Citywide Sports offers several adult basketball, volleyball, and baseball leagues throughout the City. City Wide Sports utilizes reciprocal agreements between the Omaha Public Schools, Millard Public Schools and Westside Community Schools, and holds leagues in their facilities. CWS holds contracts with area sports clubs to oversee field usage and maintenance. The Trap and Skeet Facility offers programs and classes in the trap and skeet sport.
The Tennis Enterprise operates one 8-court indoor tennis center, one 9-court tennis center, and the 27-court Tranquility Park Tennis Complex. This offers citizens the opportunity of leisure, league, and tournament tennis play.
Marinas is comprised of the N.P. Dodge Park Marina, the Cunningham Lake Marina, and the Riverfront Marina. Since 1978 the N. P. Dodge Park Marina has been a City owned and operated Enterprise Fund. The facility has 326 boat slips and is funded by a combination of rental fees, concessions, and gasoline sales. The Cunningham Lake Marina started construction in the Spring of 2009. The construction was completed and the marina operational in 2010. The Cunningham Lake Marina has 40 boat slips for the recreational enjoyment of area sail boat enthusiasts. Adjacent to the Lewis and Clark Landing, the Riverfront Marina provides 31 boat slips for hourly rental by boaters attending activities at the Plaza, Qwest Center, Old Market and surrounding areas.
Golf provides for the operation and maintenance of four 18-hole golf courses and four 9-hole golf courses. The courses are open during the spring, summer and fall months. The minimum goals of the maintenance program are to water the greens and tees daily and mow four times a week, mow the fairways twice a week and the roughs every other week. In the preventative maintenance program, it is the goal to spray each course with weed killer and pesticides every seven to ten days. In all approximately 792 acres of golf course land are maintained.
4,283,484 4,150,976 4,350,694 - Organization Total
Lewis & Clark Landing 115545
Lewis and Clark Landing is an Enterprise Fund. The 23-acre public use area is the old Asarco site. It includes an area leased to the Storz Brewing Company. In addition, the plaza is available for private groups to rent. It has hosted a variety of concerts and other revenue producing events.
Non-Personal Services 65,888 45,108 65,467 -
65,888 45,108 65,467 - Organization Total
Parking Facilities 115551
Employee Compensation 936 - - -
This organization is no longer used. The City Parking Facilities are now under the Public Works department.
936 - - - Organization Total
5,577,209 5,327,991 5,538,336 - Division Total
301
Department Parks
Division Enterprise Divisions
Performance Summary By Division
115400Division No
Program Outputs 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
Citywide Sports
# of fields available 254 254 254# of special use permits provided 8,245 8,500 9,000# of teams participated 423 425 425
Golf
# of carts rented 54,766 55,000 60,000# of rounds played 168,086 200,000 200,000$ of concessions sold $703,266 $700,000 $750,000$ of rounds played $3,360,098 $3,300,000 $3,650,000Expenditure per round of golf played $25.37 $20.00 $20.00Revenue per round of golf played $24.24 $20.00 $22.00
Marinas
# of gallons of fuel sold 24,000 25,000 25,000# of slips rented 365 366 365$ of concessions generated $96,466 $100,000 $100,000$ of revenue generated from slip sales $484,936 $446,000 $460,000Expenditure per slip rented $1,244 $1,318 $1,318Revenue per slip rented $1,593 $1,492 $1,534
Tennis
# of court hours available for play 81,878 81,878 81,878# of court hours played 29,515 35,416 32,465# of participants in the Learn to Play program 463 550 509Expenditure per court hours played $11.59 $7.23 $7.88Revenue per court hours played $8.86 $7.62 $8.32
Trap & Skeet
# of rounds at trap & skeet range 32,746 49,000 50,000$ of revenue at trap & skeet range $154,712 $232,000 $237,000*Trap & Skeet began operations in May 2014
The mission of the Omaha Convention and Visitors Bureau is to strengthen the positive awareness of the City of Omaha as a convention and visitors destination to increase revenues and stimulate economic development and growth for the community.
Goals and Objectives
Convention Sales and Services
1. Implement joint sales goals for the sales/marketing team at the CVB and CenturyLink Center.2. Hire a Washington DC Sales representative. 3. Host two client events in Omaha for clients that have qualified convention business for the Midwest. 4. Partner with Louisville and Spokane and host two client events - one in Washington DC and one in Chicago. The goal is to increase the amount of convention center sales leads.
Marketing
1. Implement a 10-month advertising campaign targeting Kansas, Missouri, Iowa and South Dakota utilizing both traditional and new media. 2. Redesign VisitOmaha.com and add responsive technology so the user experience will be consistent across multiple platforms, i.e., desktop, mobile and tablet. 3. Launch an interactive instagram component to the VisitOmaha website that showcases real time user-generated photography throughout the City via an Insta Weekend map.4. Expand the Now Serving Omaha web series to increase awareness of Omaha as a culinary destination by producing 12 additional dining videos and sharing via online and social media platforms. 5. Create a multi-media blog that includes video and map components. Blog content will focus on food, family activities and entertainment and will be shared via media network of websites.6. Develop a Twitter and Instagram campaign highlighting a countdown to summer and major events, i.e., College World Series and US Olympic Swim Trials.
Visitor Center
1. To create a welcoming environment for visitors to feel comfortable about creating one-of-a kind personalized experiences which in turn drive revenue to Omaha businesses.2. Implement an Ambassador training and communication program to ensure a consistent experience when a visitor walks through the door - consistent on how we offer hospitality, create personalized experiences, engage visitors and tell our story.3. Develop an “insider’s guide” which features the key tourism categories of Omaha top attractions and builds a foundation on what each Ambassador must know.
305
City of Omaha
2016 Convention and Tourism Department Budget
Appropriated Summary
Positions Funding
By Division 2016
Appropriated
2016
Recommended
2015
Appropriated2015 2016
Convention and Tourism 5,454,499 6,008,460 - 19 20
This organization is responsible for directing and leading the department toward its mission and works directly with the Advisory Board on policy-making and strategy. This organization also acts as the primary spokesperson for the CVB department and oversees all administration, operating, and marketing functions of the department.
The purpose of Destination Sales and Development is to influence business with prospective clients by educating, consulting, and cultivating relationships so they select Omaha as their destination for conventions, meetings, tours, and events.
1,285,483 1,632,586 2,016,282 - Organization Total
Meeting and Event Services 115922
The purpose of Meeting and Event Services is to provide customized meeting and event coordination and exclusive professional expertise to the Planners so they can have a successful event and experience Omaha hospitality.
The purpose of Retail Services is to provide amenities for visitors and residents of Omaha so they have an enhanced experience at the Omaha Visitor Center.
The purpose of Visitor Information is to provide hospitality, information, and customer service to Omaha visitors so they can plan their experience and explore the various opportunities Omaha has to offer.
The purpose of Promotion and Advertising is to develop, create, and distribute the Omaha tourism message to potential meeting, business, and leisure visitors so they can plan an overnight visit to Omaha and enjoy the experience the City has to offer.
It is the mission of the Omaha Public Works Department to maintain and enhance the City's quality of life, and through innovation, teamwork and vision, provide dependable transportation and environmental services, consistent with community values at reasonable costs.
Goals and Objectives
1. Maintain the City roadway system in the best possible condition by using appropriate strategies of pavement, repair, resurfacing and rehabilitation.
2. Prepare and react effectively for snow conditions or other emergencies that may confront Omaha.
3. Manage all City capital projects providing design and project management services that monitor quality, time lines and costs appropriate to the task.
4. Provide timely and responsive waste collection and recycling services.
5. Maintain and operate the wastewater collection system and treatment plants at the highest level of operational potential.
6. Provide fleet management services that allow City departments to complete their respective assignments.
7. Oversee the design, construction and maintenance of City-owned facilities that provide benefit to the citizens of Omaha.
8. Manage our financial and physical resources in a responsible manner and develop fiscal strategies appropriate for future City needs.
2010 Environment 3,885,000 - - 2014 Public Facilities 552,000 1,100,000 - City Capital Improvement 5,000,000 - - City Street Maintenance 27,837,983 20,074,522 - Keno/Lottery Proceeds 120,000 120,000 - Parking Revenue 5,903,517 2,922,255 - Sewer Revenue 37,585,220 39,536,968 - Advanced Acquisition 500,000 - - Air Quality Fund 607,595 634,610 - Capital Special Assessment 865,000 865,000 - General 19,545,939 20,413,454 - Street And Highway Allocation 33,138,509 43,306,098 -
326,785,097 314,206,788 - Total
315
Department Public Works
Division General Services 116100
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Administration - Public Works 116111
The Administrative organization provides line and staff leadership through managerial supervision and coordination of all activities and services performed within the Public Works Department. This includes provisions for liaison services with citizens, City Clerk and City Council and other departments, divisions and agencies of City government. The program also provides for department personnel administration, accounting and budgeting and data processing support services.
1,868,703 2,322,018 2,462,051 - Organization Total
1,868,703 2,322,018 2,462,051 - Division Total
316
Department Public Works
Division General Services
Performance Summary By Division
116100Division No
Program Outputs 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
*These numbers do not reflect contracts processed by General Services for projects where either the City Planning Department or the NE Dept of Roads served as the Lead Agency.Contract Value of Public Improvement Projs Bid, Awarded & Administered* $115,783,676 $154,000,000 $52,500,000Neighborhood Improvement Projects Processed 0 2 2Public Improvement Projects Bid, Awarded & Administered 70 40 32
317
Department Public Works
Division General Services
Division Summary of Personal Services
116100Division No
Class Title
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Class Code
2016Appropriated
2016Recommended
2015Auth.
2014Actual
Accountant II 2 2 2 143,0070400 - - City Engineer 1 1 1 116,8994151 - - Civil Engineer II - 1 1 72,1751470 - - Clerk Typist II 1 - - - 5080 - - Environmental Services Manager 1 1 1 116,8994169 - - Executive Secretary 1 1 1 57,2020030 - - General Services Div Manager 1 1 1 92,6701390 - - Office Supervisor 1 1 - - 0050 - - Public Works Director 1 1 1 168,9139508 - - Public Works Specialist 2 3 3 141,4361410 - - Right of Way Agent I 2 2 2 109,1155830 - - Right of Way Agent II 2 2 2 129,7731330 - - Right of Way Manager 1 1 1 81,2121320 - - Secretary II - 2 2 69,3845120 - - Longevity 5,719 - Overtime 15,000 - Part-Time and Seasonal 23,000 -
The Construction organization provides construction management, inspection, survey and liaison services for contracted projects within the public right-of-way. These projects include: street construction, reconstruction, widening, rehabilitation, resurfacing, storm sewer construction and renovation, bridge construction and rehabilitation, and sidewalk construction and repair.
3,921,168 4,127,783 4,225,888 - Organization Total
Residential Brick Street Repair 116122
This organization provides for the repair of residential brick streets to maintain and extend the life of the pavement before rehabilitation or reconstruction become necessary.
Street And Highway Allocation (Ref. B-7) 2,613,011 2,915,910 3,113,751 - Capital Special Assessment (Ref. B-40-1) 50,000 50,000 50,000 - Sewer Revenue (Ref. B-41) 1,403,999 1,461,873 1,462,137 -
4,067,010 4,427,783 4,625,888 -
323
Department Public Works
Division Design 116130
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Engineering 116132
This organization consists of completion of designs and preparation of detailed construction drawings, specifications, cost estimates for street improvement districts, major thoroughfares, sanitary and storm sewers, bridges and special improvement projects. This also involves review and analysis of similar work submitted by consulting engineers and project management of consultants on capital projects. This program also provides for the updating of a mapping system of the City of Omaha detailing all public storm and sanitary sewer improvements and all public right of ways.
This work includes street sweeping and mowing of the right of way. This organization provides for the collection of all materials generated by street litter, tree and brush debris from storms, illegally dumped debris on the right-of-way and illegally placed political signs.
3,142,716 3,427,650 3,408,955 - Organization Total
Snow & Ice Control 116154
The snow and ice control organization provides for the spreading of de-icing materials, plowing, loading and removing snow from the City rights-of-way. The goal of the program is to provide streets that are as safe and navigable as possible under specific adverse winter conditions.
4,660,794 5,934,436 6,839,694 - Organization Total
Offender To Work Program 116155
This organization provides an opportunity for individuals to work in lieu of paying fines to the courts. The participants in the program, under the supervision of a City Maintenance Foreman, perform a variety of work (e.g. building maintenance, snow shoveling, weeding, and culvert cleaning).
This organization provides for the removal of graffiti from public and private property. This program enforces the portions of Omaha Municipal Code, Chapter 18 concerning graffiti.
This organization includes maintenance of all concrete and asphalt road surfaces. Additional functions include: utility cut repair, concrete panel contracting, crack sealing, mud jacking, guardrail maintenance and unimproved street maintenance.
General (Ref. B-1) 658,752 533,176 500,000 - City Street Maintenance (Ref. B-6) 13,800,000 20,400,000 11,297,265 - Street And Highway Allocation (Ref. B-7) 10,752,375 7,633,959 15,951,113 - City Capital Improvement (Ref. B-33) - 5,000,000 - -
25,211,127 33,567,135 27,748,378 -
332
Department Public Works
Division Major Street Resurfacing 116159
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Major Street Resurfacing 116159
This organization provides for asphalt overlays on selected major streets and is intended to extend the life of the pavement and reduce the cost of chuck hole patching.
In 2010, the City implemented a plan to move street light funding from the City Street Maintenance Fund to the General Fund. The purpose of this plan is to increase the amount of funds available for street resurfacing.
Division Total
Source of Funds
City Street Maintenance (Ref. B-6) 6,173,984 3,700,000 4,200,000 - Street And Highway Allocation (Ref. B-7) 108,645 - - -
6,282,629 3,700,000 4,200,000 -
334
Department Public Works
Division Residential St Rehab & Surface Restoration 116160
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Residential Street Rehab 116161
The Residential Street Rehabilitation program is a cost effective effort designed to restore selected street pavements for an additional fifteen or more years of useful life. The program includes resurfacing, curb replacement, concrete panel replacement and the upgrading of storm inlets to the extent necessary and warranted from a cost benefit viewpoint.
3,390,121 1,800,000 2,100,000 - Organization Total
Surface Restoration 116162
The Surface Restoration Program is a cost effective effort to extend the life of road surfaces six to ten years longer before reconstruction becomes necessary. This program addresses the street conditions that fall in between the criteria of routine maintenance and rehabilitation.
Non-Personal Services - 1,800,000 2,100,000 -
- 1,800,000 2,100,000 - Organization Total
3,390,121 3,600,000 4,200,000 - Division Total
335
Department Public Works
Division Residential St Rehab & Surface Restoration 116160
3,390,121 3,600,000 4,200,000 - Total Non-Personal Services
Capital
- - - -
- - - - Total Capital
3,390,121 3,600,000 4,200,000 - Division Total
Source of Funds
City Street Maintenance (Ref. B-6) 3,390,121 3,400,000 4,200,000 - Street And Highway Allocation (Ref. B-7) - 200,000 - -
3,390,121 3,600,000 4,200,000 -
336
Department Public Works
Division Bridge Maintenance and Rehabilitation 116164
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Bridge Mntce & Rehabilitation 116164
This organization provides for the maintenance of more than 140 structures. This includes: welding repair, rust removal, painting and spot painting, channel improvement, deck rehabilitation and deck end replacement.
In the 2016 budget the Capital Improvement Program includes $850,000 funded by the Street & Highway Fund for the 72nd Street Bridge at "D" Street.
Street And Highway Allocation (Ref. B-7) 49,536 500,000 638,000 -
49,536 500,000 638,000 -
340
Department Public Works
Division Special Assessments 116168
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Special Assessments 116168
The appropriation provides for the continuation of existing and planned capital projects. These expenditures, recovered through special assessments, provide for the construction of sidewalks, street paving, sanitary sewers and associated engineering and testing.
Capital Special Assessment (Ref. B-40-1) 1,153,554 815,000 815,000 - Service Special Assessment (Ref. B-40-2) 268,925 - - -
1,422,479 815,000 815,000 -
342
Department Public Works
Division Street and Highway General Expense 116169
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Street & Highway General Expense 116169
The Street and Highway Fund and the City Street Maintenance Fund are charged an indirect cost by the General Fund based on the 2013 Central Services Cost Allocation Plan prepared in 2014 for the City by Maguire & Associates of Virginia, Inc. There are no direct expenditures associated with this division.
General (Ref. B-1) (1,018,241) (1,177,017) (1,081,375) - City Street Maintenance (Ref. B-6) 370,779 337,983 377,257 - Street And Highway Allocation (Ref. B-7) 647,462 839,034 704,118 -
- - - -
344
Department Public Works
Division Vehicle Maintenance 116170
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Preventive Maintenance 116171
This organization provides routine preventive maintenance services on vehicles. Services performed include oil and lubrication, filter cleaning and replacement, battery services, hydraulic fluid service, tire repairs, safety inspections and other miscellaneous services to equipment. The objective is to prolong expected useful life and minimize required mechanical repairs. All expenses are reimbursed by other departments.
Appropriations for this organization provide for parts and personnel to complete requested work orders for repairs on approximately 2,629 pieces of equipment owned by various City departments. These repairs are for mechanical and equipment failures. All expenses are reimbursed by other departments.
This organization provides for the ordering, receiving, inventorying, and issuing of parts and supplies necessary for the mechanical repair and preventive maintenance programs. All expenses are reimbursed by other departments.
The appropriation for this organization provides for the ordering, receiving, inventorying and issuing of various fuels and oils used at different locations within the City limits. All expenses are reimbursed by other departments.
Barricading is completed by a private contractor. This appropriation provides administration and funding for this contract, and the cost to barricade for special traffic events. This organization also provides administration of other agencies' barricading contracts.
These projects include: street widening, constructing left turn lanes, making pre-timed traffic signals traffic activated, installing larger signal heads, pedestrian indicators and left turn arrows.
This organization includes striping collector and arterial streets with center lines and lane lines. Four and six lane arterial streets are striped twice a year and two lane streets striped once. Crosswalks around business districts and schools are marked and "arrow", "only", “bump” and "railroad crossing" locations are marked with cold plastic tape.
This organization includes maintaining traffic counts, informing the public on traffic conditions, conducting traffic engineering studies, designing traffic control devices, approving access onto streets and coordinating construction projects within the street system. The public is notified daily regarding the status of street construction projects. Street closing reports and street construction maps are issued weekly during the construction season. Requests for street closing or street restriction are processed for firms or agencies doing work in the streets. Traffic engineering studies to be completed will include: intersection delay studies, traffic counts, parking studies, left turn arrows and signal timing changes. Speed studies will be completed for speed bump studies and enforcement. Driveway access permits will be reviewed.
Also included are: setting standards for street lights and approving plans prepared by Omaha Public Power District, reviewing citizens' requests for street lights, maintaining the decorative street lights, and overseeing the adequacy of maintenance performed by the Omaha Public Power District on the City's street lights.
This organization handles intersection design and maintenance of the system. Engineers design signals at new and existing locations, and make signal timing changes. The signal maintenance personnel will make emergency controller repairs, perform routine preventive maintenance on controllers, change light bulbs and adjust and straighten signal heads. This program includes keeping the traffic signals in time.
2,169,850 2,607,819 2,630,801 - Organization Total
Traffic Control Signs 116188
Citizen requests are received for sign installations and for modifications which are field investigated by Engineering Technicians. All streets are checked yearly, utilizing the computerized traffic sign inventory, for the replacement of vandalized and missing signs. The sign shop fabricates signs. Field personnel install signs, replace signs, and repair and straighten signs and remove signs.
1,111,314 1,178,751 1,337,302 - Organization Total
Capital (Traffic) 116189
Appropriated capital items are for new traffic signal construction and traffic signal reconstruction at intersections that do not meet current City standards.
Performance Measures 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
% of Four-Lane Streets Painted Twice a Year 100% 100% 100%% of Two-Lane Arterial Streets Painted Twice a Year 100% 100% 100%Cost per Foot of Line Applied $0.10 $0.10 $0.10Number of Signs Replaced per Crew per Day 24 25 25Percent of Actual Preventative Actions Performed to Target 100% 100% 100%
Program Outputs 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
This organization includes seven parking garages and five surface lots which provide over 4,900 stalls for daily, monthly and special event parking for the citizens of Omaha.
Street And Highway Allocation (Ref. B-7) 9,650 - - - Parking Revenue (Ref. B-48) 3,203,840 5,903,517 2,892,437 -
3,213,490 5,903,517 2,892,437 -
360
Department Public Works
Division Facilities Management 116260
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Contract Administration 116261
This organization is responsible for the coordination of divisional activities, program operation, policy determination, bid specifications, issuing contracts, overseeing construction projects and the administration of the daily maintenance activities of carpentry, electrical, plumbing and HVAC. Facilities Management performs these responsibilities for Police, Fire, Library and other public facilities.
1,848,140 1,888,740 1,990,347 - Organization Total
Capital 116262
The capital projects are funded by Public Facility Bonds. These projects will not materially affect the operating budget due to the fact the funding is for improvements and modifications to existing facilities.
The organization provides for the costs necessary to maintain 19 pumping stations and 13 miles of levee and appurtenances to provide flood protection for Omaha residents and property located adjacent to or nearby the Missouri River. In addition, this activity provides the maintenance requirements for all storm water pumping facilities not included in the Sewer Revenue funded accounts. This activity is not included in the jurisdiction of the Papio Natural Resources District. This maintenance activity is the responsibility of the City.
The organization provides for the costs necessary to comply with the requirements of the State issued permit for Omaha's storm sewer system. Permit requirements include public education, storm water monitoring, illicit discharge control, industrial inspections, construction site erosion control and pollution prevention.
312,158 1,017,881 658,456 - Total Non-Personal Services
Capital
- - - -
- - - - Total Capital
1,133,230 2,004,017 1,533,044 - Division Total
Source of Funds
Storm Water Fee Revenue (Ref. B-18) 1,133,230 2,004,017 1,533,044 -
1,133,230 2,004,017 1,533,044 -
367
Department Public Works
Division Solid Waste 116321
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Solid Waste - Collect & Disposal 116321
Included within this organization is funding for the collection and disposal of bulky items and the contract with Keep Omaha Beautiful to coordinate the Cleanup Omaha campaign. The money allotted for these programs provides the citizens of Omaha access to significant City resources enabling them to regain pride in and spruce up their communities.
This activity provides for contract management of the recycling contracts. Included in this organization are program administration, recycling material and yard waste collection, public education and Christmas tree recycling.
17,162,216 17,419,675 18,353,205 - Organization Total
Compost Operations 116331
The operating facility is located on City property adjacent to the Papillion Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant in Sarpy County. The facility processes the yard waste collected throughout Omaha into organic compost for application to parks and other facilities, as well as marketing it to commercial growers and the general public.
Performance Measures 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
Actual Administrative Monthly Cost per Customer $3.60 $3.56 $3.66
Program Outputs 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
Number of Daily Stops 133,579 136,288 136,288Tons of Material Diverted from Landfill 34,710 45,000 45,000Tons of Waste Collected 153,958 154,000 154,000
This organization has ongoing preventive maintenance programs to ensure efficient system operation. Preventive maintenance includes cleaning sewers and related structures using jets, combination jet-vacs, and other equipment. Investigation and handling of specific complaints is conducted by the maintenance crews. Problems encountered on complaints include plugged sewers, backups into homes or other buildings, cave-ins, sewer overflows and rodents.
Within this organization is the program to reimburse sewer customers who have damage claims due to non-storm related sewer backups. The City reimburses sewer customers for damages related to a sanitary sewer backup. This program does not include overland flow problems or rain related sewer backups.
The organization also repairs defects in the sewer infrastructure including manholes, inlets and sewer pipes. A fleet of heavy construction equipment including dump trucks, backhoes and tracked excavators is employed by the division to make such repairs. Both the maintenance and construction operations are included in the Sewer Maintenance Division budget.
6,695,249 6,748,901 6,987,111 - Organization Total
Sewer Planning Unit 116512
This organization is responsible for developing a Long Term Control Plan (LTCP) for compliance with the City's Combined Sewer Overflow permit. The LTCP will reduce the number of combined sewer overflows into the Missouri River and Papillion Creek with expected completion by 2027. Typical activities include flow monitoring and sewer modeling, infrastructure investigation, and project planning, design, and liaison work with consultants working on the City's LTCP.
The 2016 budget provides for the annual cost for the Metropolitan Utilities District to process, bill, collect and remit the Omaha Regional Sewer Use Fee to the City and payment of the cost of insurance coverage on the Wastewater Treatment Plant Facilities.
The Sewer Fund is charged an indirect cost by the General Fund based on the 2013 Central Services Cost Allocation Plan prepared in 2014 for the City by Maguire & Associates of Virginia, Inc.
The budget also includes funding for a residential ratepayer assistance program for low-income households.
This facility is located near the Missouri River, south of Bellevue, NE along the drainage system of the Papio Watershed, and processes collected wastewater from the western two-thirds of the City of Omaha, Sanitary and Improvement Districts, and the communities of Gretna, Papillion, LaVista, Ralston, Bellevue, and Offutt Air Force Base.
3,830,249 4,288,023 4,312,583 - Organization Total
Missouri River WW Treatment 116612
This facility is located next to the Missouri River near 10th Street and Missouri Avenue and processes collected wastewater from the eastern third of the City and Carter Lake, Iowa.
5,367,780 4,305,460 4,483,500 - Organization Total
Missouri Treatment Plant Main 116613
Plant maintenance protects the City's investment, ensures effective wastewater treatment and protection of public health and the environment. The plant contains many types of equipment including pumps, clarifiers, grit basins, sludge digesters, sludge presses, and disinfecting equipment. Much of this equipment is specific to the industry, and requires highly trained personnel to maintain and preserve its operation.
2,646,890 2,511,736 2,558,033 - Organization Total
Papio Creek Plant Mtce 116614
Plant maintenance protects the City's investment, ensures effective wastewater treatment and protection of public health and the environment. The plant contains many types of equipment including pumps, clarifiers, grit basins, sludge digesters, sludge presses, and disinfecting equipment. Much of this equipment is specific to the industry, and requires highly trained personnel to maintain and preserve its operation.
2,353,949 2,375,112 2,489,294 - Organization Total
378
Department Public Works
Division Wastewater Treatment 116600
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Elkhorn Treatment Plant 116617
The Elkhorn Treatment Plant operates an oxidation ditch facility for Elkhorn's wastewater. This facility is located near 196th and Old Lincoln Highway and processes wastewater for a portion of the Elkhorn area not currently in the Omaha wastewater collection system.
The Elkhorn Plant Maintenance organization maintains the Elkhorn Treatment Plant and lift stations for the Elkhorn area not currently in the Omaha wastewater collection system.
Performance Measures 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
% Predictive per total maintenance 60% 60% 60%% Preventative per total maintenance 10% 10% 10%Cost per 1,000 gallons treated $0.40NTE Median Value of Peer CitiesNTE Median Value of Peer CitiesRatio of overtime hours to total hours worked 8.3% < 5% < 5%
Program Outputs 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
This organization provides the resources to effectively administer the monthly billing in accordance with Omaha's Sewer Use Fee Ordinance. This includes hand billing of bulk and some commercial customers and providing M.U.D. with updated billing information. It also includes preparing and administering wastewater service agreements and special billing resolutions.
This organization provides for the inspection and monitoring of commercial and industrial discharges to the sanitary sewer system to gather samples and information to establish equitable user charges and to insure that discharges comply with the requirements of Chapter 31 of the Municipal Code.
Under this organization, the 85,000 cubic yards of sewage sludge Omaha generates each year is delivered to area farms where it is applied in accordance with EPA regulations as fertilizer and soil amendment.
This organization oversees the City's efforts to comply with State issued permits that require management of discharges from combined sewers to reduce pollution impacts on area lakes, streams, and rivers. This includes public education, pollution prevention, and erosion control.
This organization provides for the coordination of the Environmental Services program to reduce costs and achieve the financial goals established in an earlier competitive assessment. This includes the coordination of safety and skills training for the Environmental Services Divisions.
The interceptor collection system consists of forced main sewers into the Missouri River Plant and separate and combined gravity flow sewers into the Papillion Creek Plant. Maintenance funds are expended to maintain pump stations, diversion gates, grit removal facilities and sanitary and storm flow lift stations along these main sewer lines. The two normally carry 80 million gallons of raw sewage into the two plants.
1,779,770 2,600,155 2,468,710 - Organization Total
Laboratory Services 116718
This organization performs laboratory testing on wastewater samples to provide process control information for treatment plant operations and to meet state requirements for monitoring pollutant concentration in discharges to the river. Samples from industrial discharges are also analyzed to allow equitable assessment of user charges and to determine industrial compliance with discharge limits.
Performance Measures 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
% of Compliance with Local, State and Federal Requirements 100% 100% 100%
Program Outputs 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
% of Residuals Reused 92% 93% 93%Enforcement Actions Taken 9 15 15Inspections Performed 277 250 250Number of Bulk User Agreements/Hand Billings 1,025 1,050 1,075Number of Farm Sites Enrolled 26 26 26Number of Industries Sampled 28 30 30Number of Wastewater Service Accounts 1,964,643 1,965,000 1,970,000Tons of Sludge Hauled and Spread 65,565 66,000 67,000
This organization provides the ongoing comprehensive inspection and permitting of industrial operations as required by Federal and State regulations and effective air pollution management.
This organization provides the ongoing comprehensive inspection and permitting of industrial operations as required by Federal and State regulations and effective air pollution management. This organization also includes inspection of asbestos removal operations to insure safety and compliance with Federal and State regulations.
3,474,276 3,106,000 3,189,000 - Organization Total
Sewer Separation 116912
These projects involve separating storm and sanitary sewers in the Missouri River Watershed area to avoid residential sewer backups during rainy periods.
15,107,379 8,248,000 8,504,000 - Organization Total
Capital Asset Replacement Prgm 116913
The purpose of the program is to replace those plant assets that are beyond their useful life at a pace that will keep the plant components in efficient working condition. This appropriation will fluctuate year by year as the treatment plant components age. These improvements are items that are outside the scope of routine maintenance. The projects may involve studies to introduce technology changes and/or efficiency improvements.
4,366,059 10,052,000 8,504,000 - Organization Total
CSO Control Implementation 116918
This organization will fund Omaha's implementation of a federally mandated long term control plan to reduce overflows from its combined sewer system. Pursuant to a consent agreement with the State of Nebraska, construction of the projects that constitute the plan must be completed by 2024.
119,917,368 171,932,000 161,571,000 - Total Capital
120,591,152 171,932,000 161,571,000 -
Sewer Revenue Bonds have been issued and sewer rates continue to rise to fund the Capital expenditures related to the Combined Sewer Overflow Compliance Project mandate from the Federal Government.
Interceptor Sewer Construction (Ref. B-9) - 1,000,000 1,600,000 -
- 1,000,000 1,600,000 -
395
Department Public Works
Division Household Chemical Disposal 116925
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Household Chemical Disposal 116925
An Interlocal Agreement between the City of Omaha, Douglas, and Sarpy Counties was executed to establish a regional collection center for household hazardous waste. Under the terms of the Agreement, the City of Omaha is responsible for operating the facility. Douglas and Sarpy Counties are responsible for supplementing grant funds as needed to cover the operating costs.
Omaha is a vital and vibrant City, with Omaha Public Library as an essential catalyst, collaborator, and connector. Omaha Public Library strengthens our communities by connecting people with ideas, information and innovative services.
Goals and Objectives
Library Goals:
• The library is a nexus organization, working in collaboration with organizations throughout the area to build a better Omaha.
• The library strategically aligns its services and resources to target the most critical issues facing the growth of our City, including the socioeconomic divide, community and civic engagement, inclusiveness and leadership development.
• The library continuously expands its reach to have a greater impact on the lives of more people in our service area.
• OPL staff design and deliver customized and personalized experiences, content and services tailored at each library, through the virtual library, and throughout our communities.
• Library staff and trustees ensure that each resident has access to the very best library buildings, with innovative and flexible spaces that meet changing community needs.
• Library trustees work towards stable and secure funding through both public and private support to ensure the ability to serve our growing population.
Library Objectives:
1. Build a strong Community of Readers2. Lead the Advancement of Learning3. Engage and Enable Innovators, Entrepreneur and Creative and Critical Thinkers4. Create a Culture of Community Engagement and Awareness5. Strengthen Organizational Performance6. Increase Community Involvement
General 10,930,561 11,942,664 - Library Fines And Fees 450,000 250,000 - Douglas County Library Supplement 2,548,980 2,100,000 - Keno Lottery Reserve Fund 30,000 40,000 -
13,959,541 14,332,664 - Total
406
Department Library
Division Library 117000
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Department No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Administration & Support 117011
This organization is responsible for developing and implementing the Library Board’s vision for library services. It plans, programs, budgets and administers the resources, services and facilities of the Omaha Public Library system. It is responsible for development and oversight of library policies and implementation of the strategic plan. It is also responsible for tracking the volunteers who provide many hours of service to the library.
This organization keeps the public informed of activities, services, events and resources available through the library system through marketing materials, brochures and information provided to media. It provides library materials to nursing homes, hospitals and senior citizen residents, as well as to those confined to their homes. This organization also makes available conference and meeting rooms and manages program and events registration for all locations.
1. Lending library materials to customers. It lends items in a variety of formats to the public. In addition to checking library materials in and out, it collects fines and fees, sends out notices to tell customers that library materials are overdue or informs them that items they have requested are ready to borrow at the locations of their choice. This organization keeps up the database of library customers. It also provides for a van that moves library materials, supplies, equipment, donated library materials and inter-office mail to and between all the library facilities.
2. Providing information and reader services. It receives and answers reference questions, many of which require doing in-depth research and providing instruction on the use of library resources. It also helps customers who request assistance with using computers, and teaches public computer classes. It provides readers advisory services to customers and assists them in finding the resources and information they need. Staff provides assistance, instruction and resources to job seekers throughout the City of Omaha and Douglas County using print and electronic resources and making appropriate referrals.
This organization plans for and makes purchases of furniture, fixtures, equipment, security, grounds maintenance, cleaning, preventive maintenance contracts, snow removal, pest control and other contracts for the 12 library facilities. This organization also works with Facilities Management to plan and oversee library capital projects and is responsible for developing the library’s capital improvement program.
This organization provides services and programs for Omaha's youth, including story hours for school-age, pre-school, toddlers and infants to develop and foster literacy and a love for reading; provides activities year-round, but particularly during the summer for the Summer Reading Program to keep youth learning.
It provides library tours and instruction for school groups in the use of the library. Throughout the year youth librarians provide programs for young people. It also supports visits to schools, preschools and daycare centers to promote literacy and reading.
2,609,960 2,259,127 2,178,062 - Organization Total
408
Department Library
Division Library 117000
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Department No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Technology 117017
This organization supports technology central to the Library's core business function including administration of the Horizon automation system. It researches new products and services and analyzes their usefulness to the Library. This organization makes it possible for customers to perform searches of the Library's catalog from inside libraries, execute searches of the Library's catalog, databases, and website from customers' schools, homes or offices. This organization is also responsible for leasing copiers for all facilities, purchasing all equipment with electronic components and their maintenance and repair. This organization negotiates service-level agreements with DOT.Comm, assuring that the Library’s needs are met. This organization works with DOT.Comm in writing specifications for purchases and in providing support for computers used in the Library; loads or supervises loading of all programs or software; and develops specifications and tracks licenses for all software and databases. Members of the Technology office provide training to all staff and provide outreach to area businesses instructing on the use of electronic resources. It creates and maintains the Library's website, adding new information and public services and links on a daily basis and is responsible for developing and maintaining the library intranet available to all library staff 24/7. This organization also manages, maintains and deploys the library’s summer reading software which allows for registration and tracking of participants.
13,742,563 13,959,541 14,332,664 - Department Total
411
Department Library
Division Library
Performance Summary By Division
117000Department No
Performance Measures 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
% of Self-Check Usage 23.30% 26.00% 28.00%Annual Visits per Capita 4.43 5 5.2Cardholders as % of Service Population (active during past three years) 58.60% 60.00% 62.00%Circulation per Cardholder 9.85 12 14Number of Items Checked Out per Capita 6.02 7 7.2Use of Computer Workstations per Capita 1.42 1.7 2
Program Outputs 2014 Actual 2015 Planned 2016 Goal
Number of Customers Coming to the Libraries 2,316,521 2,500,000 2,600,000Number of Customers using Library Workstations 744,790 800,000 850,000Number of Items Checked Out by the Public 3,021,207 3,250,000 3,500,000Number of Remote Database Visits 198,491 200,000 225,000Number of Youth in Programs 85,429 87,000 89,000
Tennis Operations 7,938 7,806 - Air Quality Fund 39,692 39,030 - General 21,921,322 20,570,242 - Sewer Revenue 960,536 1,378,799 - Street And Highway Allocation 1,944,887 2,330,681 - Household Hazardous Waste Facility - 23,419 - Marinas - 7,806 - Omaha Convention & Visitors - 117,092 - Printing Services And Graphics - 7,806 - City Wide Sports Revenue - 7,806 - Golf Operations 158,766 156,826 - Parking Revenue - 16,471 -
25,033,141 24,663,784 - Total
416
Department Other Budgetary Accounts - Benefits
Division Retiree Supplemental Pension 900010
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
2014Actual
2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
Fire/Police Pension Unfunded 118011
The appropriation is for payment of original pension benefits to retired and disabled Firefighters and Police Officers and their widows or dependents who became eligible pension recipients prior to the establishment of the funded plan on July 1, 1961. Supplemental pension payments to these retirees and their dependents are accounted for in the Retiree Supplemental Pension Account. The allocation for non-personal professional services is for medical fees related to two particular disability recipients.
Employee Compensation 29,295 52,600 5,400 -
29,295 52,600 5,400 - Organization Total
Retiree Supplemental 118013
Supplemental benefits are provided to pensioners after a period of time has elapsed since their retirement from the City of Omaha. Pensioners of the Police and Fire System who retired prior to June 21, 1989 receive supplemental benefits paid through the City Other Budgetary Account. Other Pension payments are paid from the Police, Fire, and Civilian Pension Systems.
Workers' Compensation provides for the estimated 2014 liability for compensation payments to City employees sustaining personal injury by accidents or occupational diseases arising out of or in the course of his or her employment. Unemployment Insurance provides for quarterly payments on a reimbursement basis to the State Unemployment Trust Fund under Section 48-649 of the Nebraska Employment Security law which became effective on January 1, 1978.
Various funds, as indicated below, contribute to the budgeted appropriation. The fund allocation is based on the number of employees within the respective funds.
65,000 65,000 70,000 - Women Against Violence 12601548,750 65,000 65,000 - Protective Custody 126017
700,000 700,000 700,000 - Nebraska Humane Society 126021125,000 150,000 150,000 - Greater Omaha Econ Dev Partnership 126028
- 50,000 50,000 - Omaha By Design 126037100,000 100,000 100,000 - Western Heritage Society 126038100,000 100,000 100,000 - Homeless Day Services 12604528,436 20,000 20,000 - Community Development Support 1260469,825 50,000 50,000 - Neighborhood Alliance Support 126054
185,000 150,000 150,000 - Truancy Prevention Program 12605770,000 50,000 - - National Safety Council 126058
3,461,132 3,500,000 3,500,000 - University of Nebraska Med Center 126061 - 37,500 37,500 - MAPA 126062 - 150,000 150,000 - Land Bank 126063 - 200,000 200,000 - Summer Jobs Program 126064
The Jail Expense is the cost of reimbursing Douglas County for housing City prisoners committed to the County Jail.
The 2016 budget includes a Jail Expense of $3,750,000 and no Election Expense.
3,618,243 4,600,000 3,750,000 - Organization Total
3,618,243 4,600,000 3,750,000 - Division Total
Source of Funds
General (Ref. B-1) 3,618,243 4,600,000 3,750,000 -
3,618,243 4,600,000 3,750,000 -
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Department Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc
Division County Emergency 911 Center 910030
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
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Organization Description and Major Object Summary
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Douglas County Emergency 911 119013
On March 19, 1996, City Ordinance No. 33845 was passed which established by interlocal agreement a county-wide communications center. The joint Douglas County and City of Omaha communications center is managed by Douglas County and a County-wide Advisory Board provides general oversight. The Chief of Communications manages and directs the department in providing 911 emergency services to the citizens of Omaha and Douglas County.
City and County funding for the Merged Center is based on proportional population with both the City and County approving the annual budget.
The Emergency Operations Center operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week to facilitate Law Enforcement, including Fire and Rescue response to the emergencies identified by the public through the utilization of the 911 system.
The City of Omaha in collaboration with the Metropolitan Entertainment and Convention Authority, College World Series, Inc. and the National Collegiate Athletic Association constructed a new 24,000 seat downtown stadium which was built on two parking lots northwest of the Centurylink Center Omaha. This state-of-the-art stadium is funded with a combination of public money, private donations, concessionaire agreements and revenue generated by the stadium. The stadium provides a home for the NCAA baseball College World Series under an unprecedented 25 year agreement between the NCAA and College World Series, Inc. The stadium opened for the 2011 baseball season.
565,118 630,000 630,000 - Organization Total
565,118 630,000 630,000 - Division Total
Source of Funds
Downtown Stadium & Companion Proj (Ref. B-35)
565,118 630,000 630,000 -
565,118 630,000 630,000 -
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Department Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc
Division Metro Ent Convention Authority (MECA) 910050
Expenditure Summary by Organization
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Convention Center Management 119012
Non-Personal Services (99,299) 450,000 100,000 -
Effective January 1, 2011, MECA took over operation of the TD Ameritrade Ballpark. In 2016 the City anticipates there will be no payments to MECA for the operation of the facility due to any losses.
The City (Parks Department) took over responsibilities of the Civic Auditorium mid 2014. The Civic Auditorium no longer host events, and the City is considering alternative uses for the property. There are still costs associated with the Civic Auditorium such as security and maintenance, however. Therefore, the City has budgeted up to $100,000 for these expenses. These expenses are incurred by the City and are no longer related to MECA.
(99,299) 450,000 100,000 - Organization Total
(99,299) 450,000 100,000 - Division Total
Source of Funds
General (Ref. B-1) (122,082) 450,000 100,000 - 2010 Public Facilities (Ref. B-32-2) 22,783 - - -
The budget appropriation provides reimbursement to the County Treasurer as required by State Statutes for various tax collections, detailed above, made on behalf of the City. Various funds, on behalf of which collections are made through the County Treasurer's Office contribute to the overall appropriation. The proportionate amounts from contributing funds are indicated below.
1,836,286 1,971,748 1,994,073 - Organization Total
1,836,286 1,971,748 1,994,073 - Division Total
Source of Funds
General (Ref. B-1) 858,833 897,544 901,499 - Judgment (Ref. B-5) 16,054 17,386 18,081 - City Street Maintenance (Ref. B-6) 394,963 416,500 408,812 - Debt Service (Ref. B-23) 518,701 583,133 606,646 - Redevelopment Debt Service (Ref. B-24) 42,650 46,185 48,035 - Capital Special Assessment (Ref. B-40-1) 1,880 3,000 3,000 - Service Special Assessment (Ref. B-40-2) 3,205 8,000 8,000 -
1,836,286 1,971,748 1,994,073 -
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Department Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc
Division General Expense Insurance Surety 910080
Expenditure Summary by Organization
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Organization Description and Major Object Summary
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General Expense/Insurance 119014
This program is established to provide a means of meeting necessary expenditures of a general nature where it is impractical to allocate costs to specific departments.
DOT.Comm was created in 2002 by the City of Omaha and Douglas County through an interlocal agreement. DOT.Comm provides information technology services, both voice and data, to the city and county.
The Purchasing Organization is established by the City Charter. The Organization's responsibilities consist of purchasing all materials, parts, supplies and equipment; contracting for services required by all departments and agencies of the City; and conducting procedures as specified by law.
The objective of the Purchasing Organization is to purchase services, supplies, and equipment at the lowest possible cost, consistent with the quality needed to maintain the proper level of service. A further objective is to aggressively carry out the policies concerning the inclusion of minority and female businesses in purchases made by the City. Douglas County started reimbursing the City for all purchasing costs in 2010.
Employee Compensation 95,191 - - -
95,191 - - - Organization Total
Printing Services 107061
The Printing and Graphics Organization operates through the Intergovernmental Cooperative Agreement with Douglas County to provide all City/County Departments, Federal Grant programs and other agencies with copying, printing and bindery services.
The Purchasing and Printing and Graphics functions were formerly located in the Finance Department. Pursuant to an interlocal merger agreement, Douglas County now manages these activities.
347,440 444,833 429,468 - Organization Total
442,631 444,833 429,468 - Division Total
Source of Funds
General (Ref. B-1) 95,191 - - - Printing Services And Graphics (Ref. B-49) 347,440 444,833 429,468 -
The Judgment Levy Fund is provided for in Section 5.07 of the Home Rule Charter of the City of Omaha, 1956. The proceeds of this segregated tax levy are restricted for satisfaction of judgments, claims and related litigation expenses against the City.
1,119,435 1,900,000 1,900,000 - Organization Total
In the 2016 budget there is $0 appropriated from the contingency reserve account from the General Fund. There are $150,000 in fund transfers from the Street & Hwy Allocation Fund ($100,000) and the Sewer Revenue Fund ($50,000) into the Contingent Liability Fund.
150,000 269,855 150,000 - Organization Total
Contingent Liability Reserve 122101
This organization is used for uninsured or under-insured losses and other liabilities.
Non-Personal Services 685,838 1,250,000 500,000 -
685,838 1,250,000 500,000 - Organization Total
835,838 1,519,855 650,000 - Division Total
Source of Funds
General (Ref. B-1) 859 769,855 - - Contingent Liability Fund (Ref. B-4) 684,979 600,000 500,000 - Street And Highway Allocation (Ref. B-7) 100,000 100,000 100,000 - Sewer Revenue (Ref. B-41) 50,000 50,000 50,000 -
835,838 1,519,855 650,000 -
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Department Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc
Division Cash Reserve Fund 910150
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
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2015Appropriated
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Organization Description and Major Object Summary
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Cash Reserve 119021
Non-Personal Services 200,000 - - -
This budget represents transfers directly into the Cash Reserve Fund from the General Fund. Ordinance 38790 indicates that "…there shall be an appropriation to the Cash Reserve Fund sufficient to increase the end-of-the-year fund balance by four percent (4%)." It also states that "…the appropriations required by this ordinance shall end or be reduced when, at the time an annual budget is adopted, the Cash Reserve Fund has a balance equal to or greater than four percent (4%) of General Fund appropriations for that budget year."
200,000 - - - Organization Total
200,000 - - - Division Total
Source of Funds
General (Ref. B-1) 200,000 750,000 350,000 - Cash Reserve Fund (Ref. B-3) - (750,000) (350,000) -
200,000 - - -
438
Department Other Budgetary Accounts - Misc
Division Turnback Tax 910160
Expenditure Summary by Organization
Division No
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2015Appropriated
2016Recommended
2016Appropriated
Organization Description and Major Object Summary
Comparative Budget Appropriations
North Omaha Turnback Tax 129162
Non-Personal Services 120,025 129,047 122,594 -
120,025 129,047 122,594 - Organization Total
South Omaha Turnback Tax 129163
Non-Personal Services 128,184 129,047 122,594 -
128,184 129,047 122,594 - Organization Total
248,209 258,094 245,188 - Division Total
Source of Funds
State Turnback Revenue (Ref. B-14) 248,209 258,094 245,188 -
248,209 258,094 245,188 -
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Department Other Budgetary Accounts - Debt Service
Division Debt Service 920020
Expenditure Summary by Organization
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Debt Service 120025
DEBT SERVICE FUND: The Debt Service Fund is primarily responsible for payment of General Obligation Bonds and interest maturities. In May of 2014, the voters authorized the issuance of $92,089,000 of General Obligation Bonds. As of Dec 31, 2014 the City has $126,945,000 of general obligation bonds authorized but unissued. These bonds will be issued in varying amounts through 2016 to fund the City's Capital Improvement Program. It is anticipated that $21 million will be issued annually through 2020. General Obligation Bonds outstanding as of December 31, 2014 were $501,765,000.
SEWER REVENUE FUND: In the fall of 2006, $53,170,000 of Sewer Revenue Bonds were issued. This was the first issue by the City to fund its' multiyear Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) Control Program. The total cost of the program, which the City anticipates will extend over approximately 20 years, is expected to be between $2 billion and $3 billion, based on the experience of other cities with comparable CSO programs. Bonds outstanding funded by the Sewer Revenue Fund as of December 31, 2014 were $413,640,000.
REDEVELOPMENT DEBT SERVICE: The Redevelopment Debt Service Fund was established to account for the servicing of Redevelopment Bonds. The Community Development law permits the City to levy for community redevelopment purposes a tax not to exceed 2.6 cents on each $100 upon actual value of all taxable property in the City. These bonds constitute a binding special limited obligation of the City. Bonds outstanding funded by the Redevelopment Debt Service Fund as of December 31, 2014 were $90,034,405.
CONVENTION CENTER HOTEL: In April 2002 Revenue Bonds were issued to fund construction of the hotel, parking garage and connecting skywalk to the convention center. In 2010 a 150 room hotel expansion began and was completed in 2011. To fund this addition, $37 million of additional Revenue Bonds were issued in 2010. The outstanding balance on December 31, 2014 was $142,825,000.
STREET & HIGHWAY ALLOCATION: Upon annexation of the City of Elkhorn, the City of Omaha assumed the liability of three Street and Highway bond issues. These issues funded street projects throughout Elkhorn. Street and Highway Allocation revenues were pledged as the repayment source for this debt. The outstanding balance as of December 31, 2014 was $1,295,000.
Contingency A budgetary reserve amount set aside for emergencies of unforeseenexpenditures not otherwise known at the time the budget is adopted.
Budget Message A general discussion of the proposed budget as presented in writing by thebudget-making authority to the legislative body. The message shouldoutline the proposed budget plan and its main points of interest.
Bureau An organizational component of the Omaha Police Department commandingSections and Units.
Capital Expenditures The non-recurring outlay of funds to acquire an asset having a useful life ofover 15 years. Includes the cost of land, buildings, permanentimprovements, and large equipment and machinery.
Capital Improvement Program A plan for capital expenditures to be incurred each year over a fixed periodof years setting forth each capital project, identifying the expected beginningand ending date for each project, the amount to be expended in each year,and the method of financing those expenditures.
Balanced Budget A budget in which estimated revenues equal estimated expenditures.
Bond A written promise to pay a specified sum of money on a specific date at aspecified or variable stated interest rate. The most common type of bondsare general obligation and revenue bonds. Bonds are typically used as long-term debt to pay specific capital expenditures.
Budget A plan of financial operation embodying an estimate of proposed revenueand expenditures for a given period of time. It is the primary means bywhich most of the expenditures and service activities of the City arecontrolled.
Assets Resources owned by the City which have monetary value.
Attrition Estimated savings from temporarily unfilled positions.
Balance Sheet A basic financial statement that discloses the assets, liabilities, reserves andequity of specific governmental funds as of a specific date.
Glossary of Budget Terms
Appropriation Unit An accumulation of appropriations in a fund usually grouped by adepartment, division or organization.
Assessed Valuation The valuation placed upon real and certain personal property by the CountyAssessor as the basis for levying property taxes.
Ad Valorem Tax A tax levied on the assessed value of both real and personal property inproportion to the value of the property (also known as "property taxes").
Appropriation An authorization made by the City Council which permits officials to incurobligations against and to make expenditures of governments resources.Appropriations are usually made for fixed amounts and are typically grantedfor a one year period.
A basis of accounting in which transactions are recognized at the time they are incurred, as opposed to when cash is received or spent.
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Fund
Fiscal Year
A unit or organization within a department which has functional responsibility forrelated activities within that department. For example: Finance Administration,Budget and Accounting, Payroll and Revenue are divisions within the FinanceDepartment.
Enterprise Funds
Equipment
Expenditures The outflow of funds paid or to be paid for assets, goods, or services obtainedregardless of when the expense is actually paid.
Tangible property having a useful life of more than one year but less than fifteen years used by employees in the performance of work activities.
A government accounting fund used to account for operations that are financedand operated similarly to those of a private business where the intent is that thecosts of providing the goods or services are recovered through direct usercharges.
The time period designated by the City signifying the beginning and the endingperiod for recording financial transactions. The City of Omaha has specified thecalendar year as its fiscal year.
An accounting entity with a self-balancing set of accounts that records all financialtransactions which are segregated for specific activities or for attaining certainobjectives.
Glossary of Terms (Continued)
Expenditures relating to compensating City of Omaha employees, includingsalaries, wages, shift differential, holiday pay, longevity pay and employeebenefits.
Current Taxes Taxes levied and becoming due within one year. City of Omaha taxes are levied inSeptember and due December 31. Payment dates are 1/2 April 1 and 1/2 August1 of the following year before the levy is considered delinquent.
Encumbrances
Debt Service
An organizational unit of the City which is responsible for overall management of agroup of related major governmental functions, such as Police or Public Works.
The commitment of appropriated funds to purchase goods or services to bedelivered or performed at a future date.
Employee Compensation
Division
The City's obligation to pay the interest and repay the principal of all bonds andother debt instruments according to a pre-determined payment schedule.
Department
Fund Balance The difference between an entity's assets and its liabilities.
Grant A contribution or contract by a government or other organization to support aspecific function. Grants may be classified as either categorical or blockdepending upon the amount of discretion allowed the grantee.
General Fund The fund used to account for all of the financial resources of the City except thoserequired to be accounted for in another fund.
General Obligation Bonds Bonds that finance a variety of public projects such as streets, buildings, andimprovements and which are backed by the full faith and credit of the City.
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Those services requiring labor and material from outside the entity's organizationalstructure to provide an end product such as: medical services, insurancecoverage, electrical service and contracted repairs of buildings and equipment.
A quantitative measure of production or outputs to be compared to the amount ofinputs (dollars) for a given department, division, function or work duty.
Property Tax Ad valorem taxes levied on both real and personal property according to theassessed valuation and the tax rate.
Performance Measures
Purchased Services
Reserve (1) An account used to earmark a portion of fund balance to indicate that it is notappropriated for expenditures at the time the budget is adopted; or (2) an accountused to earmark a portion of fund equity as legally segregated for a specific futureuse.
Revenue All money that the government receives as income. It includes such items as taxpayments, fees from specific services, receipts from other governments, fines,forfeitures, grants, shared revenues and interest income.
Redevelopment Bonds Bonds that constitute a binding special limited obligation of the City authorizedunder the Community Development Law. The Community Development Lawpermits the City to levy for community redevelopment purposes a tax not toexceed 2.6 cents on each $100 upon actual value of all taxable property in theCity.
Glossary of Terms (Continued)
Internal Service A fund used to account for the financing of goods or services provided by onedepartment or agency to other departments or agencies of the City, or to othergovernments, on a cost-reimbursement basis.
Liability Debt or other legal obligations arising out of transactions in the past which must beliquidated, renewed or refunded at some future date. This term does not includeencumbrances.
In Lieu of Taxes Payments made by tax exempt quasi-public entities to local government in placeof property taxes.
Longevity
A numeric and alpha system developed by the Human Resources Department toidentify a job classification by rate of pay and bargaining group.
Employee compensation payments made in recognition of a certain minimumnumber of years employed full time with the same entity.
Pay Range
Operating Budget The portion of the budget that pertains to daily operations that provide basicgovernmental services within a set period of time. The operating budget containsappropriations for such expenditures as personnel, commodities and services.
Organization A particular operating program assigned to a department or division. For example:Community Centers, Ice Arenas, Swimming Pools, Other Recreation Activities andSummer Youth programs are Organizations within the Recreation Division of theParks, Recreation and Public Property Department.
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Revenue Bonds Bonds usually sold for constructing a project that will produce revenue for anEnterprise Fund of the government. Revenue from operation of the EnterpriseFund is used to pay the principal and interest of the bond. These bonds havelimited liability and do not carry the full faith and credit of the City.
Revenue Estimate A formal estimate of how much revenue will be earned from a specific revenuesource for some future period; typically a future fiscal year.
Bonds that are special limited obligations of the City authorized under theCommunity Development Law or the Convention Center Act. The City haspledged a variety or revenue streams including sales tax to finance theacquisition and construction of several projects within the riverfrontredevelopment area.
Special Revenue A fund used to account for specific taxes and revenues mandated by law orcontract for a separate accounting. These funds generally have a specificpurpose such as the Keno/Lottery, Library Fines and Fees and Douglas CountySupplement Funds.
Special Obligation Bonds
Source of Revenue The classification of revenues according to their source or point of origin.
A compulsory levy made against certain properties to defray part or all of the costof a specific improvement or service deemed to primarily benefit those properties.
Special Assessment
Tax Levy (1) To impose taxes for the support of governmental activities; and (2) the totalamount of taxes imposed for operating, debt service and judgment purposes.
Tax Lid An act passed by the Nebraska State Legislature that places a limit on specificbudgeted tax receipts. Exclusions are allowable for bonded debt requirements,property tax reimbursement, capital improvements, judgments, interlocalagreements and valuation growth.
Tax Certification The legislative body (City Council) adopts a resolution certifying to the CountyClerk a specified tax rate on property within the boundaries of the City.
A method of financing redevelopment projects which allows the property taxesproduced from the incremental value of the improved property to be used to pay aportion of the development costs.
Tax Increment Financing
User Charges The payment of fees for direct receipt of a public service by the party benefitingfrom the service.
Utility Occupation Tax A tax levied by the City on utility company revenues resulting from the sales ofcommunications services and electricity for all purposes within the corporatelimits of the City.
Tax Rate The unit of taxation stated as a multiplier of the tax base, for example: theamount of property tax levied for each $100 of assessed valuation, or the amountof sales tax as a percentage of sales.
Tax Rate Limit The maximum legal rate at which a government may levy a tax. The limit mayapply to taxes raised for a particular purpose or for general purposes.