FY2021 Budget

Town Manager Requests

Council Approved

Onetime Operating or Capital Impacts (Non-Routine)

MPD Traffic Unit Equipment: Equipment to support the initiation of Traffic Unit. Equipment can also be used to support town special events and EOC operations . Connect Morrisville > Public safety readiness and Engaged, inclusive community Multiple Objectives. • Mobile Camera – Mobile surveillance unit that will aid in intersection traffic assessment/monitoring, crime prevention and on the ground monitoring of special events. The mobile unit will provide officers with additional resources in which to monitor traffic patterns and driver behavior at some of our busiest intersections. • Unmanned Aircraft System (Drone) & Crash Reconstruction Training – Replace outdated reconstruction equipment and improve overall job task efficiency. Unmanned aircraft system technology will provide a more efficient way in which to improve service to the community as well as work collaboratively with other town departments. • Speed Trailer – Enhanced communication public safety responsiveness and awareness. Speed trailers are commonly used for speed deterrence and awareness and can be used to measure traffic patterns and data and assist in planning enforcement operations for optimal outcomes. The old trailer is no longer functioning. Expense will be offset by recognized DOJ forfeiture proceeds. Bond Referendum Ballot Costs: Bond referendum community outreach plan to inform and educate residents about the needs of the town and the proposed solutions presented in the referendum. Following identification of stakeholder priorities, a diverse platform of communications tools, including social media, video, website, e- newsletters, print flyers/brochures yard signs, mailers, information open houses, presentation board and posters, frequently asked questions and an e-mail address where the public can submit questions, will be launched. Tools will be implemented into an overall calendar that will organize the communications plans . Connect Morrisville > Engaged, inclusive community Objective 3.4: Provide opportunities for meaningful public engagement and collaboration. Succession Planning: External consultant to provide comprehensive facilitation and assessment of a Town-wide succession planning program. An independent, subject matter expert can aide in evaluating current status and future needs to guide professional development and future recruitment and retention efforts to avoid program and project delays in the absence of a key managers and department/division heads . Connect Morrisville > Operational excellence Multiple Objectives. Smart City Initiative – Cedar Fork District Park : Inaugural Smart City initiative to provide automation in the management of Cedar Fork District Park and a management solution related to flooding issues. The initiative includes a flood sensor, moister sensors, digital signage and an electric gate. The flood sensor will monitor flooding and once a threshold is reached, will send a notification alert to Public Works staff, activate digital signage and close the front gate. Moisture sensors will allow for remote monitoring of field conditions to know when to reopen the park. This project will significantly reduce the trips to the park unnecessarily and allow for quicker decision making. Connect Morrisville > Engaged inclusive community and Operational excellence. Electric Vehicle Charging Stations : Installation of electric vehicle charging stations at MAFC and replacement of the outdated charging stations in front of the Public Safety building. This request supports the town’s Smart City initiative development and provides infrastructure necessary for the Town to purchase electric vehicles for business use. Expense will be offset by seeking a Clean Fuel Grant. Connect Morrisville > Engaged, Inclusive Community Multiple Objectives.

66,000

66,000

26,500

26,500

25,000

- (Use of Available Lapse Salary)

25,000

25,000

24,100

24,100

TOTAL

$2,881,200

$2,009,300

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