The recommendation — equal to 2.2 percent of the total budget — was made by the finance committee following the closeout of the 2009 books last month.
The board caucuses at 5 p.m. and starts its regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. in City Hall, 601 Broad St. Both meetings are open to the public.
City Manager John Bennett told the committee that he and Finance Director Sheree Shore determined a need for reductions after comparing the actual 2009 receipts to revenue projections used for the 2010 budget.
Plans call for continuing the city’s hiring freeze, “including several management positions,” according to the committee’s report. Reductions to the police and fire department have been limited to administration and training positions.
“Public safety and vital services will remain a priority,” Bennett said.
All departments are in line for some cuts, primarily in their budgets for training, fuel and supplies. The committee also is proposing a 50-percent cut in the amount the city will match when employees contribute to their retirement plans.
Commissioners also could award the bid tonight for renovations to the former Marine Armory on Shorter Avenue.
The 2006 SPLOST contains $1.6 million to transform the city-owned building into a recreation headquarters and sports center.
Seven firms submitted proposals by the deadline Tuesday, with Rome-based Pinson’s Inc. the apparent low-bidder. Officials said at the time it could take several weeks to compare the detailed bid packages, but the award is listed on the board’s agenda.
Also on the agenda are several proclamations and first readings of proposed ordinance or zoning changes.
Commissioners are slated to proclaim Crime Victims Rights Week and Parkinson Disease Awareness Month. Hearings and votes on the other items will take place at the board’s April 19 meeting.
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