2023 Ogdensburg Preliminary Budget
2023 Ogdensburg Preliminary Budget
2023 Ogdensburg Preliminary Budget
Jeffrey M. Skelly
Mayor
William B. Dillabough
Steven M. Fisher
Nichole L. Kennedy
Michael B. Powers
John Rishe
Daniel E. Skamperle
City Council
Stephen P. Jellie
City Manager
November 1, 2022
The 2023 Preliminary Budget is presented for acceptance in accordance with Article
XVII of the City Charter.
I considered the following courses of action to align the City’s expenditures within the
projected revenue for this fiscal year and future years.
1. Total elimination of the Police Department (No tax rate increase required)
2. Equal reduction of staff in Police, Fire and DPW (No tax rate increase required)
3. Lesser equal reduction of staff in Police, Fire and DPW (Tax increase required)
Course of Action #1 is the most efficient and would require the least reductions of
other city staff and services, without raising property taxes.
Course of Action #2 is much less efficient and requires equal staffing and program
reductions across all city departments, without raising property taxes. Every service in
the City will be impacted negatively and the prospect of revival for the City will be
diminished significantly.
Course of Action #3 is the least efficient and continues the avoidance of financial
reality and guarantees further annual staffing reductions as overall expenses continue to
exceed revenue projections.
Respectfully,
Stephen P. Jellie
City Manager
City of
Ogdensburg
Special City Council Meeting
2023 Budget Presentation
November 1, 2022
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2023 Budget Highlights
City of Ogdensurg
Tax Levy and Tax Rate, 2013 - 2023
6,000,000.00 $25.00
3,000,000.00
$10.00
2,000,000.00
$5.00
1,000,000.00
- $0.00
2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
90% 89.63%
87.28%
87.62%
80%
80.61%
70%
60%
50% 63.90%
40%
30%
45.85%
20%
10%
0%
LIMIT
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
Where Property Tax Dollars Go
2% ALL
OTHER 0.1% CULTUR
7% E
Non-Personnel Expenses
40%
Health Insurance
11%
Other
Taxes
20%
2%
Debt
12%
Retirement
7%
Salaries
28%
OUTSTANDING DEBT
30,000,000
25,000,000
20,000,000
34,353,208
15,000,000
10,000,000
5,000,000
Fire 29 29 28 21 18 13
Public Works 36 39 36 36 35 25
Recreation 4 4 4 1.75 1 1
TABLE OF CONTENTS
FUNCTION PROGRAM CODE PAGE
% Total $ % % Total
2022 2023 General Increase Increase City
Budget Budget Fund (Decrease) (Decrease) Budget
EXPENDITURE BY SERVICE
General Government Support Services 2,449,129 1,812,487 15.2% (636,642) -26.0% 15.2%
Public Safety 8,416,956 6,431,512 53.9% (1,985,444) -23.6% 53.9%
Public Works 2,996,523 1,873,713 15.7% (1,122,810) -37.5% 15.7%
Recreation 638,945 588,650 4.9% (50,295) -7.9% 4.9%
Non-Departmental Items
General Insurance 50,000 50,000 0.4% 0 0.0% 0.4%
Unemployment Insurance 25,000 260,000 2.2% 235,000 940.0% 2.2%
Unallocated Benefits 0 0 0.0% 0 0.0%
Contribution to Public Library
& Remington Museum 0 0 0.0% 0 0.0%
Debt Service 318,389 925,015 7.7% 606,626 190.5% 7.7%
Contingency 96,525 0 0.0% (96,525) -100.0% 0.0%
Capital Fund Transfer 817,195 0 0.0% (817,195) -100.0% 0.0%
TOTAL GENERAL FUND 15,808,662 11,941,377 100.0% (3,867,285) -24.5% 100.0%
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TAX LEVY & TAX RATE CALCULATION
ASSESSED VALUATION
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2023 TAX CAP CALCULATION
Tax Base Growth Factor (from NYS Dept. of Taxation and Finance) x 1.0004 1.0021
Subtotal $ 4,571,141 $ 5,134,197
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CITY OF OGDENSBURG
TAX AND DEBT LIMITATION
2023 CALCULATION
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CITY OF OGDENSBURG
CONSTITUTIONAL TAX LIMITATION DATA 2023
Constitutional Tax Limit (before exclusions) $5,752,421
B. Other Debts
WATER, GENERAL & LIBRARY FUNDS Principal Interest Total Prin & Int
2002 Serial Bond - Water $37,867 $590 $38,457
2019 Serial Bond - Water $22,880 $5,148 $28,028
2019 Lake Ontario Flooding Project BAN - General $73,750 $2,213 $75,963
2002 Serial Bond - General $21,037 $328 $21,365
2007 Serial Bond - General $150,000 $21,500 $171,500
2018 Serial Bond - General & Library $40,000 $14,850 $54,850
2019 Serial Bond - General $26,840 $6,039 $32,879
Total Other Debts $423,042
C. Budgetary Capital Equipment Exclusions Allowed by Section 11 of Local Finance Law (Schedule C) $317,000
Tax Levy Subject to Tax Limit = (2023 Tax Levy minus Total Exclusions) $2,637,556
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CITY OF OGDENSBURG
DEBT LIMITATION DATA 2023
Indebtedness
Exclusions
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CITY OF OGDENSBURG
PERSONNEL DISTRIBUTION
2022 v.
GENERAL FUND 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2023
A1010 Mayor/Council 7.2 7.2 7 7 7 0.0
A1230 City Manager 1.6 1.6 2 1 1 0.0
A1315 Comptroller 3 3 2 3 3 0.0
A1355 Assessments 1 1 1 1 1 0.0
A1410 Clerk 2 2 2 2 1 (1.0)
A1420 Law 0.2 0.2 0 0 0 0.0
A1440 Engineering 1 1 1 1 1 0.0
A1620 City Hall 1 1 1 1 1 0.0
A7510 Historian 1 1 1 1 1 0.0
A8020 Planning & Development 1 1 2 2 1 (1.0)
A3120 Police 33.5 33.5 28.5 22 12.5 (9.5)
A3122 Bingo 0 0 0 0 0 0.0
A3410 Fire 29 28 21 18 13 (5.0)
A3510 Animal Control 1 1 0 1 1 0.0
A8025 Code Enforcement 4 3 2 3 3 0.0
A1490 Public Works Administration 1.33 1.33 1.33 1.33 1.33 0.0
A5110 Street Maintenance 5.5 4.5 4.5 4.33 0.5 (3.8)
A5115 Street Cleaning 2.45 2.5 2.5 2.83 0.5 (2.3)
A5132 Public Works Garage 2.3 2 2 0.66 0.66 0.0
A5142 Snow Removal 4.1 4 4 3.83 0.5 (3.3)
A5410 Sidewalks 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 0.5 (1.0)
A8560 Shade Trees 0.6 0 0 0 0 0.0
A7020 Recreation Administration 2 2 0.75 1 1 0.0
A7110 Parks 2 2 1 1 1 0.0
A7180 Pool 0 0 0 0 0.0
A7181 Arena 0 0 0 2 2 0.0
TOTAL GENERAL FUND 108.28 104.33 88.08 81.48 54.49 (27.0)
WATER FUND
F8310 Administration 2.32 2.36 2.35 2.35 2.35 0.0
F8320 Pumping & Supply 4 4 3 3 3.5 0.5
F8340 Trans. & Distrib. 2.9 3.5 3.5 5.2 5.2 0.0
TOTAL WATER FUND 9.22 9.86 8.85 10.55 11.05 0.5
SEWER FUND
G8110 Administration 2.36 2.32 2.32 1.32 1.32 0.0
G8120 Sewer Maintenance 3.9 4.5 5 4.65 4.65 0.0
G8130 Water Pollution 5.75 4 4 3 3 0.0
TOTAL SEWER FUND 12.01 10.82 11.32 8.97 8.97 0.0
0.0
TOTAL CITY PERSONNEL 129.51 125.01 108.25 101 74.51 (26.5)
LIBRARY
L7410 Full Time Personnel 7 7 2 0 0
Part Time Personnel 3 3 6 0 0
Pages 0 0 0 0 0
TOTAL LIBRARY 10 10 8 0 0
REMINGTON
L7411 Full Time Personnel 6 6 1 0 0
Part Time & Seasonal 5 5 0 0 0
TOTAL REMINGTON 11 11 1 0 0
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CITY OF OGDENSBURG
EXPLANATION OF FRINGE BENEFITS
SOCIAL SECURITY
Budgeted at 6.2% for Social Security and 1.45% for Medicare.
RETIREMENT
The New York State Retirement System Yearly Bill Amounts are as follows: In year 2002 the amount paid was $38,917; year 2003, $290,367; year 2004, $840,842; year 2005, $736,293;
year 2006, $832,518; year 2007, $739,481; year 2008, $702,952; year 2009, $667,445; year 2010, $932,961; year 2011, $1,014,300; year 2012, $1,064,197; year 2013, $1,202,065; year
2014, $1,358,143; year 2015, $1,666,460; year 2016, $1,569,294; year 2017, $1,662,531; year 2018, $1,457,550, year 2019, $1,496,346; year 2020, $1,542,450; year 2021, $1,789,250. In
2023 and 2022 the City budgeted $1,382,730 and $1,683,560 for retirement costs, respectively.
HOSPITALIZATION
In year 2018 the City switched off of a self-funded plan to a fully-insured plan for Active City Employees, their Dependents and Retired Employees. A Medicare supplement plan is
also offered to those Retired Employees who are Medicare eligible.
Budgeted at $ 2,413,517 and $2,227,382 for 2021 and 2022, respectively. In 2023, health benefits are budgeted at $2,309,911, which includes a 19% increase in premiums
compared to 2022
UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE
Statutory State Unemployment Benefit Program.
The City has opted for the reimbursement method of financing. We have budgeted $260,000 for 2023 and $25,000 for 2022
WORKERS COMPENSATION
Beginning in 1994 St. Lawrence County bills the taxpayers directly on the City/County tax bill.
For 2018 St. Lawrence County changed the method of allocation to local jurisdictions, thus resulting in a significant increase for the City of Ogdensburg.
DISABILITY INSURANCE
Each employee contributes $.60 per pay which the City matches. The plan offers a percentage of continued wages upon depletion of all accrued time.
This benefit is available only to non-uniformed personnel.
LONGEVITY INCENTIVE
Paid in the .150 budget lines to eligible Employees who meet the longevity criteria to qualify.
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COMPARATIVE TAX RATES (In dollars per thousand)
SCHOOL
YEAR CITY % DISTRICT % COUNTY % LIBRARY % TOTAL
2000 16.49 38 17.93 42 8.56 20 n/a 42.98
2001 16.60 38 18.76 43 8.30 19 n/a 43.66
2002 16.98 38 18.56 42 9.06 20 n/a 44.60
2003 16.98 38 18.72 42 9.08 20 n/a 44.78
2004 17.36 37 19.99 42 10.04 21 n/a 47.39
2005 17.07 35 21.50 43 10.90 22 n/a 49.47
2006 16.90 34 21.55 44 10.63 22 n/a 49.08
2007 16.09 33 22.26 46 9.74 20 n/a 48.09
2008 14.61 31 23.65 50 9.22 19 n/a 47.48
2009 14.61 31 23.02 49 9.41 20 n/a 47.04
2010 15.76 32 23.79 49 9.43 19 n/a 48.98
2011 16.24 33 23.78 48 9.44 19 n/a 49.46
2012 16.21 32 24.61 48 10.04 20 n/a 50.86
2013 16.74 31 25.85 48 11.23 21 n/a 53.82
2014 16.74 32 25.66 49 9.74 19 n/a 52.14
2015 17.21 32 26.20 50 9.70 18 n/a 53.11
2016 17.36 32 26.43 49 9.99 19 n/a 53.78
2017 19.67 35 26.38 47 9.78 18 0.13 0 55.96
2018 19.77 34 26.67 47 10.50 18 0.33 1 57.27
2019 19.86 34 26.53 47 10.21 18 0.32 1 56.92
2020 19.86 35 27.04 47 9.84 17 0.32 1 57.06
2021 17.87 33 27.04 49 9.41 17 0.32 1 54.64
2022 15.88 30 26.98 50 9.33 18 0.89 2 53.08
2023 15.88 TBD 27.06 TBD TBD TBD 0.89 TBD 43.83
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GENERAL FUND APPROPRIATION SUMMARY
EXPENDITURE BY SERVICE
General Government Support Services 2,659,799.16 2,089,576.66 2,449,128.90 2,020,941.21 1,812,488.06
Public Safety 8,192,182.68 7,987,094.78 8,416,956.43 6,729,734.63 6,431,511.85
Public Works 2,202,949.82 2,775,197.57 2,996,523.20 2,271,228.08 1,873,712.55
Recreation 453,359.46 431,569.27 638,944.90 375,052.70 588,649.62
Non-Departmental Items 764,757.17 651,888.26 1,307,109.00 273,056.06 1,235,015.00
TOTAL 14,273,048.29 13,935,326.54 15,808,662.44 11,670,012.68 11,941,377.09
EXPENDITURE BY OBJECT
.1 Personal Service 6,508,353.05 6,080,694.85 6,145,852.49 4,344,533.45 4,367,881.39
.2 Equipment 955,677.00 43,883.01 158,737.00 147,421.87 75,000.00
.3 Capital Outlay 511,531.19 1,094,062.26 1,155,547.31 1,812,007.56 770,100.40
.4 Other Contractual Exp. 2,137,386.22 2,617,457.16 4,211,175.29 2,383,468.46 2,154,346.00
.6 Debt Service 320,161.98 316,606.26 318,389.00 268,545.60 925,015.00
.8 Fringe Benefits 3,839,938.85 3,782,623.00 3,818,961.35 2,714,035.74 3,649,034.31
TOTAL 14,273,048.29 13,935,326.54 15,808,662.44 11,670,012.68 11,941,377.09
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CITY OF OGDENSBURG
GENERAL FUND APPROPRIATION SUMMARY BY OBJECT DETAIL
A.400 Bad Debt: Uncollected Taxes 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
A.410 Travel 1,164.60 455.60 6,050.00 3,350.04 6,550.00
A.415 Computer Expense 13,303.96 37,246.14 25,000.00 33,806.49 35,000.00
A.420 Office Expense 74,601.12 70,439.16 76,800.00 76,013.30 61,800.00
A.421 Medical Expense 12,237.02 6,986.83 15,500.00 4,926.62 11,000.00
A.425 Telephone 49,930.82 54,398.00 51,000.00 41,030.91 59,000.00
A.430 Printing & Advertising 9,155.40 7,603.24 16,750.00 47,144.96 15,850.00
A.440 Equipment Maintenance 273,116.32 320,028.63 326,710.00 283,974.34 331,710.00
A.450 Building Maintenance 28,898.70 46,913.27 76,000.00 61,974.16 97,000.00
A.460 Heat, Lights & Power 229,634.60 327,253.71 340,100.00 252,239.71 334,100.00
A.461 Traffic Lights 2,407.04 2,434.69 3,000.00 1,858.16 3,000.00
A.463 Rescue Squad Support 0.00 78,000.00 78,000.00 78,000.00 0.00
A.470 Rentals 4,611.32 5,516.82 10,000.00 2,677.94 3,500.00
A.471 SPCA 20,000.00 20,000.00 16,000.00 16,000.00 16,000.00
A.472 Tree Removal 600.00 0.00 5,000.00 0.00 7,500.00
A.474 Pest Control 0.00 50.00 500.00 0.00 500.00
A.480 Gasoline/Propane 97,052.37 93,946.93 181,950.00 128,047.68 139,950.00
A.490 Materials & Supplies 206,847.12 216,244.10 259,200.00 179,930.92 250,800.00
A.491 Materials & Supplies: Marina 1,733.15 426.50 8,000.00 8,074.55 9,000.00
A.498 Other Contractual Expense 360,954.99 492,900.68 482,825.00 370,995.13 116,300.00
TOTAL CONTR., MAT. & SUPPLIES 1,386,248.53 1,780,844.30 1,978,385.00 1,590,044.91 1,498,560.00 -24.25%
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CITY OF OGDENSBURG
GENERAL FUND APPROPRIATION SUMMARY BY OBJECT DETAIL
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Activity: General Fund
Department: General Fund Revenues
Revenues
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Activity: General Fund
Department: General Fund Revenues
Revenues
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GENERAL GOVERNMENT SUPPORT SERVICES APPROPRIATION SUMMARY
EXPENDITURE BY PROGRAM
A1010 Mayor/Council 39,274.65 44,206.01 41,354.00 27,482.75 31,277.00
A1230 City Manager 177,730.05 183,737.16 178,775.00 173,833.04 188,417.00
A1315 Comptroller 344,599.10 364,062.50 478,711.79 344,120.17 456,040.55
A1355 Assessments 101,692.06 94,722.26 365,226.00 233,433.39 124,272.00
A1364 Property Acquired for Taxes 935,821.26 241,647.74 280,000.00 199,298.06 40,000.00
A1410 City Clerk 172,919.53 176,759.23 191,433.14 145,885.32 136,792.92
A1420 Law 162,498.00 204,373.36 175,000.00 147,727.83 175,000.00
A1440 Engineering 104,949.68 139,070.88 112,684.10 82,134.10 118,762.00
A1620 City Hall Building 71,243.04 92,611.02 124,739.07 113,234.97 113,649.83
A1670 Central Services 98,323.24 168,824.58 180,500.00 221,852.25 186,000.00
A1964 Refund/Write off Real Prop. Taxes298,449.57 75,494.19 50,000.00 0.00 50,000.00
A6410 Economic Development 18,459.14 158,616.49 0.00 138,797.95 0.00
A7510 Historian 3,313.88 4,877.15 12,800.00 10,438.97 8,494.00
A8020 Planning & Development 130,525.96 140,574.09 247,905.81 172,702.41 173,782.76
A8989 Home & Community Services 0.00 0.00 10,000.00 10,000.00 10,000.00
TOTAL 2,659,799.16 2,089,576.66 2,449,128.90 2,020,941.21 1,812,488.06
EXPENDITURE BY OBJECT
.1 Personal Service 675,652.64 554,166.06 740,051.00 520,717.91 682,576.00
.2 Equipment 894,147.38 35.40 5,600.00 5,102.37 2,600.00
.3 Capital Outlay 4,749.50 0.00 5,000.00 2,325.14 9,000.00
.4 Other Contractual Exp. 774,531.75 1,217,052.71 1,307,740.00 1,253,135.42 764,870.00
.8 Fringe Benefits 310,717.89 318,322.49 390,737.90 239,660.37 353,442.06
TOTAL 2,659,799.16 2,089,576.66 2,449,128.90 2,020,941.21 1,812,488.06
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Activity: General Government
Department: Mayor/Council
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The City Council is the legislative body of the City. The Council establishes policy, approves contracts, and engages in other activities required by the Charter. The
Council enacts local laws, ordinances, passes resolutions, acts on petitions, and holds hearings as necessary for the general welfare of the community.
The Council is composed of a Mayor and six (6) Councilors elected at large for four (4) year terms. The Mayor serves as the presiding officer of the Council and as the
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Activity: General Government
Department: Mayor/Council
Appropriations
A1010.210 Furniture 0 0 0 0 0
A1010.220 Office Equipment 0 0 0 0 0
.2 Subtotals: 0 0 0 0 0
A1010.410 Travel 0 0 0 0 0
A1010.420 Office Expense 12,979 18,223 10,000 4,932 0
A1010.425 Telephone 631 0 0 0 0
A1010.430 Printing & Advertisement 0 0 0 0 0
A1010.440 Equipment Maintenance 2,212 220 0 157 0
A1010.490 Materials & Supplies 0 0 0 0 0
.4 Subtotals: 15,822 18,443 10,000 5,089 0
Revenues
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Activity: General Government
Department: City Manager
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The City Manager is appointed by and is directly responsible to the City Council. This position is the Chief Executive Officer of the
City. The City Manager is responsible for all administrative affairs of the City, for keeping the Council advised on administrative and
fiscal matters, for properly executing all policies established by the Council, and for enforcing all laws and ordinances.
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Activity: General Government
Department: City Manager
Appropriations
Revenues
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Activity: General Government
Department: Comptroller
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Comptroller's office is responsible for the administration of all of the City's financial affairs, and is the custodian of all City funds.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, investments, debt administration, bonds and note sales, and financial management of
state and federal grants. The Comptroller (a contracted position), in conjunction with the Finance Supervisor, oversees the following
major office functions: Accounting, Payroll, Billing, Receipting and Payables.
The staff includes two account clerks. In 2022, the account clerks were no longer included as a direct expenses of Water/Sewer
Funds Administrative budgets.
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Activity: General Government
Department: Comptroller
Appropriations
Revenues
A1240+A1241 Comptroller Fees 46,170.61 31,753.68 40,300.00 21,234.49 25,300.00
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Activity: General Government
Department: Assessments
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Department of Assessments is the Code Enforcement for Real Property Tax Laws and Computer Center for the documentation of
Real Property for the City of Ogdensburg. The constant changing of State and Federal laws requires this department to have updated
information pertaining to every aspect of Real Property.
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Activity: General Government
Department: Assessments
Appropriations
Revenues
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Activity: General Government
Department: City Clerk
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The City Clerk serves as the Clerk of the Council and is responsible for maintaining all Council records, proceedings, and keeping all
other financial records of the City including the maintenance of ordinances and local laws. Other activities under this program include
the issuing of licenses and permits, collection of fees, answering inquiries from other City departments, posting notices, vital statistics,
reports, public relations and information. The City Clerk's Office is staffed by the Clerk and a Deputy Clerk.
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Activity: General Government
Department: City Clerk
Appropriations
Revenues
A1255 Clerk Fees 20,004.37 25,588.01 25,000.00 20,700.38 25,000.00
A1256 Marriage Fees 850.00 450.00 750.00 400.00 750.00
A2540 Bingo Licenses 30.00 375.00 150.00 0.00 150.00
A2544 Dog Licenses 10,712.00 9,312.00 10,000.00 6,898.00 8,000.00
A2545 Other Licenses 1,085.00 1,172.50 1,500.00 1,120.00 1,500.00
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Activity: General Government
Department: Law
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The City contracts with a law firm to assist with all legal matters.
Appropriations
Revenues
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Activity: General Government
Department: Engineering
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
Create and advance engineering solutions that improve the quality of life for the citizens related to the City's drainage, utilities and
other infrastructure.
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Activity: General Government
Department: Engineering
Appropriations
Revenues
Received from Water/Sewer Funds 88,370.00 77,816.00 76,690.00 0.00 81,204.00
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Activity: General Government
Department: City Hall Building
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program provides custodial and maintenance services for the City Hall Building, including the cost of all utilities. One full-time
Custodian is responsible for building cleaning and providing building accessibility.
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Activity: General Government
Department: City Hall Building
Appropriations
Revenues
A3021 State Aid Court Facilities 15,484.00 21,910.00 25,000.00 39,529.00 50,000.00
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Activity: General Government
Department: Central Services
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Central Services provides unallocated services to all City Departments. It is administered by the City Comptroller. Services provided
include postal expenses, legal advertisements, copying expenses, general office supplies, central telephone/communication expenses,
computer network expenses, and trash removal expenses.
Appropriations
Revenues
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Activity: General Government
Department: Refund of Real Property Tax and Taxes Written Off
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program provides for the repayment of erroneously paid property taxes and any tax certiorari settlements during the year.
Appropriations
Revenues
Misc. State Aid (FRB) 0.00
Total Department Revenues: 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
LOCAL EFFORT REQUIRED 298,449.57 75,494.19 50,000.00 0.00 50,000.00
Agray
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Activity: General Government
Department: Historian
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The part-time Historian is responsible for maintaining an up-to-date chronicle of Ogdensburg's history.
Appropriations
Revenues
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Activity: General Government
Department: Planning & Development
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
Create and advance community plans that contribute to the long term betterment of the community, reflect community vision, and can
become reality by focusing and committing time and resources to implementation.
MISSION STATEMENT
In order to further the City's goals of a desirable, safe city in which all residents can live, work, study, worship, play and have
opportunities to improve the quality of their lives, the Department of Planning (DPD) is committed to a progressive vision of building and
strengthening a diverse community by providing government services that foster economic vitality, sustainable growth, civic engagement,
citizen participation and neighborhood stability.
In support of our mission, DPD works in partnership with citizens, stakeholders in the public and private sectors, and other city departments to:
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Activity: General Government
Department: Planning & Development
Appropriations
Revenues
A3089 Zombie Property Grant Admin 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Misc. State Aid 40,000.00 0.00 0.00
A4089 Ogd. Growth Fund Reimb. 17,000.00 0.00 18,000.00 0.00 0.00
Total Department Revenues: 17,000.00 0.00 58,000.00 0.00 0.00
LOCAL EFFORT REQUIRED 113,525.96 140,574.09 189,905.81 172,702.41 173,782.76
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PUBLIC SAFETY APPROPRIATION SUMMARY
EXPENDITURE BY PROGRAM
A3120 Police 4,053,615.87 3,850,393.93 3,777,455.39 2,729,698.97 3,004,833.25
A3410 Fire 3,841,034.54 3,746,451.07 3,603,816.08 3,469,968.09 2,953,170.19
A3510 Animal Control 34,720.78 36,053.63 33,147.50 27,821.01 33,147.50
A3625 Rescue Squad 0.00 78,000.00 78,000.00 78,000.00 0.00
A3620 Code Enforcement 262,811.49 276,196.15 924,537.46 424,246.56 440,360.91
TOTAL 8,192,182.68 7,987,094.78 8,416,956.43 6,729,734.63 6,431,511.85
EXPENDITURE BY OBJECT
.1 Personal Service 4,742,057.12 4,473,444.43 4,294,989.00 2,969,754.41 3,143,732.00
.2 Equipment 47,958.87 39,438.40 122,337.00 128,897.98 35,550.00
.3 Capital Outlay 78,316.71 173,921.67 120,922.85 1,009,185.86 103,915.43
.4 Other Contractual Exp. 370,957.54 372,558.45 1,051,685.29 551,880.45 497,236.00
.8 Fringe Benefits 2,952,892.44 2,927,731.83 2,827,022.29 2,070,015.93 2,651,078.43
TOTAL 8,192,182.68 7,987,094.78 8,416,956.43 6,729,734.63 6,431,511.85
D-1
Activity: Public Safety
Department: Police
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
POLICE DEPT.
The functions of the Police Department of the City of Ogdensburg are multi-faceted. The activities and programs and procedures are dedicated to enforcement of all laws
(Federal, State and municipal):
Part of these duties are also identified to a Dog Control Officer and Bingo Inspector.
Specialized assignments in the Police Department include a Detective Division, Narcotics Enforcement Unit, K-9 Unit, Dive Team, Bicycle Patrol, Arson Investigation Team,
Haz-Mat Response Team and an Accident Investigation Team.
JUVENILE DIVISION
In 1995 the Department began using a more proactive approach in dealing with juvenile matters. The focus in 1995 was on prevention through the building of lasting
relationships between juveniles and the police. The DARE program was the major portion of this effort and still is today. The program is given to all fifth grade students on a
yearly basis. Along with this program there is still a continuing enforcement effort utilized to reduce juvenile crime. The enforcement effort is coordinated with a General
Investigator with Juvenile Aid Officer training. In August 1999, a full time Juvenile Aid Officer position was re-established. The JAO continues to offer the DARE Program as
part of his duties, while consolidating enforcement and youth services through one entity. The JAO works with the schools, and youth services providers.
Since 2007 the Department has increased focus on the illegal narcotics use and trafficking in and around the City. This problem is at the root of the majority of our major
crimes and most other petty offenses, all of which impact the quality of life in our community. The Department is partnered with other Local, State & Federal agencies to
combat this problem. Combining our efforts through specialized Task Forces and other Enforcement Program participation, the Department has been able to make a direct
impact on the volume of activity and those involved in such conduct. We continue our efforts with the goal of ridding our community of this type of activity and making
Ogdensburg a safer place to live and raise our families. In 2014 the Department, with the help of Asset Seizure Monies, contributed from the St. Lawrence County District
Attorney's Office, instituted a K-9 Program. This K-9 Unit plays a major role in enhancing our efforts and positive results.
D-2
Activity: Public Safety
Department: Police
D-3
Activity: Public Safety
Department: Police
Appropriations
D-4
Activity: Public Safety
Department: Police
Appropriations
Revenues
A1520 Police Fees 324.00 96.00 250.00 300.00 300.00
A1521 Traffic Violations 5,250.00 3,842.00 5,250.00 2,490.00 4,000.00
A2260 Airport Security 160,779.00 227,386.92 253,050.00 197,258.51 245,000.00
A2261 School Resource Officer 75,000.00 42,500.00 96,525.00 0.00 83,328.00
A2265 County Hazmat Reimbursement 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
A2610 Fines And Forfeitures 12,695.00 8,937.00 15,000.00 5,173.97 12,000.00
A2625 DA Asset Forfeiture 344.69 146.78 500.00 0.00 500.00
A2627 K-9 Program 0.00 0.00 0.00 500.00 0.00
A2705 Gifts And Donations/DARE 655.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
A4104 Operation Stonegarden 145,472.94 63,345.77 108,992.00 9,424.06 60,000.00
A3089 Misc. State Aid - SAM Grant 0.00 125,000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
A3089 Misc.State Aid-Bryne Jag Grant 0.00 0.00 30,000.00 60,200.02 0.00
A3089 Misc. State Aid - FRB Grant 0.00 0.00 19,992.00 22,950.00 75,000.00
Total Department Revenues: 400,520.63 471,254.47 529,559.00 315,842.19 480,128.00
LOCAL EFFORT REQUIRED 3,653,095.24 3,379,139.46 3,247,896.39 2,413,856.78 2,524,705.25
D-5
Activity: Public Safety
Department: Fire
D-9
Activity: Public Safety
Department: Fire
Appropriations
Revenues
A3089 Misc. State Aid - FRB Grant 0 14,913 16,056 0 0
A4089 Misc. Federal Aid-USDA Grant 0 50,000 0 0 0
A4091 Fire Act Grant 0 0 0 0 0
A4960 Federal Aid Emergency Disaster 0 0 0 0 0
D-9
Activity: Public Safety
Department: Animal Control
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program covers the cost of the contract of a part-time dog control officer, his travel expenses and the contribution to the SPCA for the maintenance
of an animal shelter. The budget supports the SPCA's requested contribution of $16,000.
Appropriations
Revenues
D-11
Activity: Public Safety
Department: Code Enforcement
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Office of Code Enforcement enforces all provisions of the Building Code, Property Maintenance Code, Plumbing Code, Fuel Gas
Code, Mechanical Code and Energy Code of New York State. This office is also responsibile for ensuring certain aspects of the New
York State Environmental Conservation Law, New York State Labor Law and OSHA requirements regarding regulations that are
applicable to construction alterations, repair, removal, demolition, use occupancy, safety, sanitary conditions, mechanical and plumbing
equipment and inspections of buildings, structures or premises. The Office of Code Enforcement is also responsible for implementing
the Rental Housing Inspection Program, weed ordinance, sidewalk snow removal, Ogdensburg Zoning Code and water/sewer change
order records. The office is staffed with (2) Code Enforcement Officers, and (1) Senior Clerk.
D-12
Activity: Public Safety
Department: Code Enforcement
Appropriations
Revenues
A1560 Code Enforcement 29,770.83 27,739.17 20,000.00 50,498.72 35,000.00
A2555 Building Permits 33,057.70 62,756.20 35,000.00 22,383.20 35,000.00
A3089 Misc. State Aid- 0.00 4,047.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Received from Water/Sewer Funds 176,926.00 174,568.00 0.00 0.00 174,568.00
D-13
PUBLIC WORKS APPROPRIATION SUMMARY
EXPENDITURE BY PROGRAM
A1490 Public Works Administration 142,402.50 124,426.92 148,508.24 91,628.95 125,598.22
A5110 Street Maintenance 797,728.16 1,282,075.45 1,322,778.74 1,130,670.87 740,340.45
A5115 Street Cleaning 191,467.17 192,850.92 261,474.74 194,833.34 106,029.91
A5132 Public Works Garage 359,950.21 357,952.04 380,744.04 251,031.59 312,714.91
A5142 Snow Removal 428,259.10 434,096.74 454,064.25 304,364.17 259,344.59
A5182 Street Lighting 115,346.79 197,624.34 207,000.00 153,511.18 187,000.00
A5410 Sidewalks 164,174.54 182,988.44 209,853.20 140,268.30 129,584.46
A8510 Community Beautification 0.00 0.00 2,000.00 1,203.83 0.00
A8560 Shade Trees 3,621.35 3,182.72 10,100.00 1,029.48 13,100.00
TOTAL 2,202,949.82 2,775,197.57 2,996,523.20 2,268,541.71 1,873,712.55
EXPENDITURE BY OBJECT
.1 Personal Service 871,569.10 895,238.03 893,493.49 694,007.29 338,008.39
.2 Equipment 7,080.04 3,053.97 10,500.00 4,720.45 11,000.00
.3 Capital Outlay 418,715.98 868,644.14 891,746.46 773,161.37 570,408.52
.4 Other Contractual Exp. 453,950.27 552,211.95 684,980.00 433,920.71 603,840.00
.8 Fringe Benefits 451,634.43 456,049.48 515,803.25 362,731.89 350,455.64
TOTAL 2,202,949.82 2,775,197.57 2,996,523.20 2,268,541.71 1,873,712.55
E-1
Activity: Public Works
Department: Public Works Administration
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program is responsible for the administration of all public works functions charged to the General Fund. One-third of the
salaries of the Director of Public Works, the DPW Supervisor and the Admininstrative Assistant have been allocated to this
program. The balance of their salaries are charged to the Water and Sewer funds.
E-2
Activity: Public Works
Department: Public Works Administration
Appropriations
E-3
Activity: Public Works
Department: Street Maintenance
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program provides for all street maintenance activities (other than snow removal) on the City's 73 miles of streets and 5 miles of
Primary activities: street patching, street cleaning, catch basin cleaning and repairs, traffic signs, street striping, sign replacement
and special maintenance tasks as required.
Contractual expenses include funds for the purchase of crushed stone, cold patch, asphalt plant mix, sand, gravel, and street sign
replacement.
E-4
Activity: Public Works
Department: Street Maintenance
Appropriations
A5110.550 Uniforms & Clothing Allowance 900.00 900.00 900.00 834.77 900.00
.5 Subtotals: 900.00 900.00 900.00 834.77 900.00
Revenues
A1712 Public Work Services-Weed Removal 7,356.38 12,915.61 8,000.00 10,464.86 8,000.00
A3501 Consolidated Highway Aid 369,179.63 775,824.87 789,837.94 0.00 500,000.00
A3089 Misc. State Aid - FRB Grant 0.00 23,998.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Total Department Revenues: 376,536.01 812,738.48 797,837.94 10,464.86 508,000.00
LOCAL EFFORT REQUIRED 421,192.15 469,336.97 524,940.80 1,120,206.01 232,340.45
E-5
Activity: Public Works
Department: Street Cleaning
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Street Cleaning Program, which has previously been included within the Street Maintenance Program, encompasses mechanical
street sweeping and special curbside refuse collection. The City uses one mechanical street sweeper to clean the 125 lane miles of
paved streets within the City. In addition, a three-man crew, using a front end loader and dump truck, pick up tree and brush cuttings
once a week on a special call basis.
E-6
Activity: Public Works
Department: Street Cleaning
Appropriations
Revenues
E-7
Activity: Public Works
Department: Public Works Garage
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program is responsible for servicing, maintaining, and repair of City-owned motor driven equipment. Activities include preventive
maintenance and break down repairs on the City's fleet of light trucks and automobiles, dump trucks, and light construction vehicles
such as graders, front end loaders, and dozers.
Contractual expenses include gasoline, vehicle repair parts, and utility and maintenance expenses for the Public Works garage
E-8
Activity: Public Works
Department: Public Works Garage
Appropriations
Revenues
Received from Water/Sewer Funds 339,330.00 290,254.00 291,850.00 0.00 290,254.00
E-9
Activity: Public Works
Department: Snow Removal
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program provides for all snow removal activities. All streets within the City receive attention on a priority basis, with the most
heavily traveled streets receiving first attention. Primary activities are plowing, salting, snow removal and intersection clearance.
E-10
Activity: Public Works
Department: Snow Removal
Appropriations
Revenues
A1730 Sidewalk Snow Removal 1,098.40 100.47 1,000.00 1,546.84 1,500.00
A2302 Snow Removal 60,730.15 57,768.98 70,000.00 62,072.66 65,000.00
A3089 Misc. State Aid-FRB Grant 0.00 15,573.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Total Department Revenues: 61,828.55 73,442.45 71,000.00 63,619.50 66,500.00
LOCAL EFFORT REQUIRED 366,430.55 360,654.29 383,064.25 240,744.67 192,844.59
E-11
Activity: Public Works
Department: Street Lighting
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program provides for the operations and maintenance of all City street lights under a contract with National Grid or owned by the
City and maintained under private service contracts. The City's street lighting program is administered by the DPW Director.
Appropriations
Revenues
E-12
Activity: Public Works
Department: Sidewalks
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program is responsible for the repair of existing sidewalks and placement of new sidewalks on City property as well as adjacent to
private residential property.
E-13
Activity: Public Works
Department: Sidewalks
Appropriations
Revenues
A1711 PW Services - Sidewalks 5,209.00 10,921.98 3,500.00 0.00 3,500.00
A3089 Misc. State Aid-FRB Grant 0.00 0.00 7,730.00 0.00 0.00
Total Department Revenues: 5,209.00 10,921.98 11,230.00 0.00 3,500.00
LOCAL EFFORT REQUIRED 158,965.54 172,066.46 198,623.20 140,268.30 126,084.46
E-14
Activity: Public Works
Department: Shade Trees
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program is responsible for the removal and trimming of trees in the right-of-way.
TOTALS 0 0 0 0 0
E-15
Activity: Public Works
Department: Shade Trees
Appropriations
Revenues
A2007 Tree Grants, Other 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
E-16
Activity: Economic Development
Department: Economic Development
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program covers expenses associated with the general promotion of the community as a tourist area and as a site for econmic development. It includes the cost of
various brochures. This program is administered by the Ogdensburg Chamber of Commerce under a contractual agreement with the City. In 2022, expenses related to
these organizations were budgeted in other categories in accordance with the NYS OSC.
Appropriations
Revenues
A2706 Joint Economic Dev. Com. 894,147.38 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Federal Aid 138,797.95
Total Department Revenues: 894,147.38 0.00 0.00 138,797.95 0.00 0.00 0.00
LOCAL EFFORT REQUIRED (875,688.24) 158,616.49 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
F-1
Activity: Celebrations
Department: Celebrations
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Funds designated to support celebrations with in the City of Ogdenbsurg such as the annual Seaway Festival.
Appropriations
Revenues
F-2
Activity: Other Culture and Recreation Activities
Department: Other Culture and Recreation Activities
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Funds allocated to support major cultural and recreational events hosted in the City of Ogdensburg such as major fishing tournaments.
Appropriations
Revenues
F-3
Activity: Community Beautification
Department: Community Beautification
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The City's Pride & Beautification commission is created by the City Charter for the purpose of encouraging beautifucation of the City of
Ogdensburg. The objective is to work with businesses and residents to improve the aesthetic quality of the City. They also encourage
preservation of historic structures.
Appropriations
Revenues
F-4
Activity: Home and Community Support
Department: Misc. Home and Community Services
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This department supports activity which provides home and community based services to include, but not limited to: congregate meal
sites, home delivered meal programs, transportation and access, and home repairs/modifications. In the current year, this appropriation
represents funding for St. Lawrence County Community Development Program and the Ogdensburg Snack Pack Program for youth.
Appropriations
Revenues
F-5
RECREATION APPROPRIATION SUMMARY
EXPENDITURE BY PROGRAM
A7020 Recreation Administration 108,879.06 86,307.76 116,901.33 62,096.09 120,551.40
A7110 Parks 219,312.86 149,892.71 191,760.20 144,271.78 201,408.50
A7140 Recreation Activities 12,160.48 45,870.98 45,987.54 18,884.59 0.00
A7180 Pool 39,021.54 41,640.73 82,391.07 54,165.95 125,006.45
A7181 Arena 73,985.52 107,857.09 130,838.75 80,634.29 141,683.28
A7182 Beach 0.00 0.00 58,066.00 5,000.00 0.00
A7550 Celebrations 0.00 0.00 10,000.00 10,000.00 0.00
A7989 Other Culture & Recreation 0.00 0.00 3,000.00 0.00 0.00
TOTAL 453,359.46 431,569.27 638,944.90 375,052.70 588,649.62
EXPENDITURE BY OBJECT
.1 Personal Services 219,074.19 157,846.33 217,319.00 160,053.84 203,565.00
.2 Equipment 6,490.71 1,355.24 20,300.00 8,701.07 25,850.00
.3 Capital Outlay 9,749.00 51,496.45 137,878.00 24,648.82 86,776.45
.4 Other Contractual Exp. 118,453.66 158,634.05 203,050.00 144,531.88 238,400.00
.8 Fringe Benefits 99,591.90 62,237.20 60,397.90 37,117.09 34,058.17
TOTAL 453,359.46 431,569.27 638,944.90 375,052.70 588,649.62
G-1
Activity: Recreation
Department: Recreation Administration
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program encompasses the coordination of the City's diversified recreation program. It includes administrative expenses for the
operation of the municipal pool, marina, playgrounds, public ice skating, community center, summer and winter recreation programs
for residents of all ages, programs for at-risk youth, and special events.
G-2
Activity: Recreation
Department: Recreation Administration
Appropriations
Revenues
G-3
Activity: Recreation
Department: Parks
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program includes the maintenance of all City parks, parkways, mall, etc. A total of over 65 acres is maintained. All City weed
areas are also maintained. Park and Playground improvements and renovations are also included. Several special projects,
throughout the summer, are correlated within our park programs.
This program also covers the operation and maintenance of the Dobisky Community Center, the Greenbelt Recreational Area and
Marina, the State Arterial Parkway, Crescent Park, Maple City Trail, the Ogdensburg Mall and Montroy, Father Martin, and Champlain
fields.
G-4
Activity: Recreation
Department: Parks
Appropriations
Revenues
A2006 Marina Dock Rental 43,622.50 43,375.10 47,300.00 46,628.48 45,000.00
A3089 Misc. State Aid - FRB Grant 0.00 24,384.00 29,568.00 0.00 0.00
Total Department Revenues: 43,622.50 67,759.10 76,868.00 46,628.48 45,000.00
LOCAL EFFORT REQUIRED 175,690.36 82,133.61 114,892.20 97,643.30 156,408.50
G-5
Activity: Recreation
Department: Recreation Activities
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program includes all city recreation summer and winter programs and activities, for residents of all ages, throughout the year.
PERSONNEL DETAIL
SUMMER PROGRAMS
WINTER PROGRAMS
G-6
Activity: Recreation
Department: Recreation Activities
Appropriations
Revenues
A2001 Park & Recreation Charges 1,118.61 22,674.86 20,000.00 22,598.14 0.00
A3820 Youth Programs Recreation 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Total Department Revenues: 1,118.61 22,674.86 20,000.00 22,598.14 0.00
LOCAL EFFORT REQUIRED 11,041.87 16,178.04 25,987.54 (3,713.55) 0.00
G-7
Activity: Recreation
Department: Pool
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Elsa M. Luksich Municipal Pool opened to the public in 1994. Weather permitting the pool opens for weekends and special activities around the third week in June and
closes in mid-August. Daily operations begin with the close of the school year. Swimming lessons, infant-toddler swim, early bird swim, adult and family swim highlight pool
activities.
PERSONNEL DETAIL
TOTAL 43,268.00
G-8
Activity: Recreation
Department: Pool
Appropriations
Revenues
A2004 Pool Revenues 9,128.20 276.40 500.00 2,501.40 10,000.00
G-9
Activity: Recreation
Department: Arena
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Richard G. Lockwood Civic Center is a year round, multi-purpose recreation center that supplements existing facilities. The
center enables the City to expand public recreation programs, hours of operation especially during the ice season, provide space for
special events and promote tourism related activities.
G-10
Activity: Recreation
Department: Arena
Appropriations
Revenues
A2005 Arena 55,353.11 87,205.55 66,000.00 35,473.15 70,000.00
G-11
Activity: Recreation
Department: Beach
Appropriations
Revenues
G-12
NON-DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS APPROPRIATION SUMMARY
EXPENDITURE BY PROGRAM
A1910 General Insurance 85,000.00 85,000.00 50,000.00 0.00 50,000.00
A9050 Unemployment Insurance 25,102.19 18,282.00 25,000.00 4,510.46 260,000.00
A9512 Contribution to Public Library
& Remington Museum 334,493.00 232,000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
A9700 Debt Service 320,161.98 316,606.26 318,389.00 268,545.60 925,015.00
A1990 Contingency 0.00 0.00 96,525.00 0.00 0.00
A9950 Transfers to Capital Fund 0.00 0.00 817,195.00 0.00 0.00
TOTAL 764,757.17 651,888.26 1,307,109.00 273,056.06 1,235,015.00
EXPENDITURE BY OBJECT
.1 Personal Service 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
.2 Equipment 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
.3 Capital Outlay 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
.4 Other Contractual Exp. 419,493.00 317,000.00 963,720.00 0.00 50,000.00
.6 Debt Service 320,161.98 316,606.26 318,389.00 268,545.60 925,015.00
.8 Fringe Benefits 25,102.19 18,282.00 25,000.00 4,510.46 260,000.00
TOTAL 764,757.17 651,888.26 1,307,109.00 273,056.06 1,235,015.00
H-1
Activity: Non-Departmental Items
Department: General Insurance
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This account covers general City liability, auto, property damage & other insurance not charged directly to the fund or activity covered, i. e. Water & Sewer Fund.
Appropriations
Revenues
H-2
Activity: Non-Departmental Items
Department: Unemployment Insurance
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The City is self-insured for Unemployment Insurance. The City maintains a separate savings account to pay unemployment claims.
When actual expenses are less than the budgeted amount, the surplus is put into the savings account. When expenses are greater
than the budgeted amount, money is transferred out of the savings account.
Appropriations
Revenues
H-3
Activity: Non-Departmental Items
Department: Contribution to Library/Remington
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program represents the City's (General Fund) financial contribution towards the operation and maintenance of the Ogdensburg Public
Library and the Remington Museum of Western Art.
Appropriations
Revenues
H-4
Activity: Non-Departmental Items
Department: Debt Service
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program is for the annual principal and interest payments due on all of the City's General Fund debt obligations.
In 2002 the City borrowed $3,565,000, of which $300,000 is attributable to the General Fund. In 2012 we refinanced the 2002 borrowing
and lowered the interest rate. This borrowing is due to be paid off in 2023.
In 2007 the City converted a $3,240,000 Bond Anticipation Note to a Serial Bond for $2,490,000 that is all attributable to the General Fund.
In 2016 we refinanced the bond and reduced the interest rate. This borrowing is due to be paid off in 2027.
In 2018 the City converted a $550,000 Bond Anticipation Note to a Serial Bond, of which $447,550 is attributable to the General Fund.
This borrowing is due to be paid off in 2028.
In 2019 the City converted a $1,179,000 Bond Anticipation Note to a Serial Bond, of which $283,491 is attributable to the General Fund.
This borrowing is due to be paid off in 2029.
In 2018 the City applied for FEMA and DSHES Grants for the Lake Ontario Flooding Region to repair City owned property damaged along
the waterfront areas; a $950,000 BAN was issued to start the project. The BAN was renewed in 2019 for $2,000,000 and in 2020 the BAN
was renewed for $1,700,000. We will reduce the BAN when we receive the funds for the FEMA and DSHES grants.
Appropriations
Revenues
H-5
Activity: Non-Departmental Items
Department: Contingency
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The City's Contingent Account is established every year to pay for unanticipated expenditures.
Appropriations
Revenues
H-6
WATER FUND APPROPRIATION SUMMARY
EXPENDITURE BY PROGRAM
F8310 Water Dept. Administration * 183,577 135,034 277,516 133,978 301,750
F8320 Water Supply, Power & Pumping 648,736 630,799 630,059 451,271 757,503
F8340 Water Transmission & Distribution 578,203 401,577 966,596 347,727 812,492
F1910 General Insurance 85,000 85,000 50,000 0 50,000
F1931 Property Loss 0 667 1,000 0 1,000
F9050 Unemployment Insurance 0 0 0 0 0
F9710 Debt Service 68,779 67,239 68,327 63,471 68,273
F9901 Transfer Other Funds * 540,889 514,471 428,332 321,246 385,499
TOTAL 2,105,184 1,834,788 2,421,830 1,317,693 2,376,517
EXPENDITURE BY OBJECT
.1 Personal Service 565,841 557,965 622,300 473,776 671,996
.2 Equipment 54,837 12,397 3,500 660 11,000
.3 Capital Outlay 228,703 26,535 454,120 5,000 302,000
.4 Other Contractual Exp.* 302,523 332,164 538,439 249,962 581,122
.6 Debt Service 68,779 67,239 68,327 63,471 68,273
.8 Fringe Benefits 343,612 324,018 306,812 203,578 356,627
.9 Transfers* 540,889 514,471 428,332 321,246 385,499
TOTAL 2,105,184 1,834,788 2,421,830 1,317,693 2,376,517
I-1
WATER FUND APPROPRIATION SUMMARY BY OBJECT DETAIL
I-2
WATER FUND APPROPRIATION SUMMARY BY OBJECT DETAIL
I-3
Activity: Water Fund
Department: Water Department Revenues Proposed Rate Increase: 4%
Revenues
I-4
Activity: Water Fund
Department: Water Department Administration
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program encompasses the administration of the City's Water Division, including water intake and pumping facilities, water
treatment facilities, water storage tanks and reservoir, and water mains and hydrants. The salaries of those individuals responsible
for the administration of these facilities is apportioned to this program. In addition, 33% of the City Engineering Office is apportioned
to this program for engineering services devoted to the Water Department.
I-5
Activity: Water Fund
Department: Water Department Administration
Appropriations
Revenues
I-6
Activity: Water Fund
Department: Water Supply, Power, & Pumping
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program is a 24-hour per day, 365 day program that involves pumping raw water from the St. Lawrence River to the City's water
treatment facility on Ogden Street; filtering, treating, and testing the water, and pumping the treated water to the water towers and
underground water reservoir. In addition to the salary expense for the program's seven full-time employees, major expense items include
electrical energy consumed in water pumping and chemicals used in water treatment.
I-7
Activity: Water Fund
Department: Water Supply, Power, & Pumping
Appropriations
Revenues
F4991 Rural Dev PrePlan Grant 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program encompasses the maintenance and operation of all water mains, service laterals, water valves and fire hydrants in the City. It is
staffed by five full-time employees under the supervision of the Director of Public Works.
I-9
Activity: Water Fund
Department: Water Transmission & Distribution
Appropriations
Revenues
F3089 Misc. State Aid: SAM Grant 0.00 123,000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
I-10
Activity: Water Fund
Department: Water General Insurance
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This account covers all general City liability, auto, property damage & other insurance not charged directly to the fund or activity
covered, i. e. General & Sewer Funds.
Appropriations
Revenues
I-11
Activity: Water Fund
Department: Property Loss
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This account covers all bad debts written off within the water fund.
Appropriations
Revenues
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Activity: Water Fund
Department: Water Debt Service
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program is for the annual principal and interest payments which are due on all the City's Water Fund debt obligations.
In 2002 the City borrowed $3,565,000 of which $540,000 is attributable to the Water Fund. In 2012 we refinanced the 2002 borrowing and reduced the interest rate.
This borrowing is due to be paid off in 2023.
In 2019 the City converted a $1,179,000 Bond Anticipation Note to a Serial Bond, of which $241,117 is attributable to the Water Fund. This borrowing is due to be
paid off in 2029.
Appropriations
F9710.700 Interest on Indebtedness 15,754.03 9,098.27 7,580.00 2,723.81 7,580.00 0.00 7,580.00
.7 Subtotals: 15,754.03 9,098.27 7,580.00 2,723.81 7,580.00 0.00 7,580.00
Total Department Appropriations: 68,779.03 67,239.27 68,327.00 63,470.81 68,273.00 0.00 68,273.00
Total Department Revenues: 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
LOCAL EFFORT REQUIRED 68,779.03 67,239.27 68,327.00 63,470.81 68,273.00 0.00 68,273.00
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Activity: Water Fund
Department: Transfer Other Funds
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Money transferred to the general fund to offset general fund costs allocated to water fund.
Appropriations
Total Department Appropriations: 0.00 0.00 0.00 321,246.00 385,498.80 0.00 385,498.80
Revenues
Total Department Revenues: 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
LOCAL EFFORT REQUIRED 0.00 0.00 0.00 321,246.00 385,498.80 0.00 385,498.80
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SEWER FUND APPROPRIATION SUMMARY
EXPENDITURE BY PROGRAM
G8110 Sewer Dept. Administration 212,191 247,288 210,364 134,948 400,077
G8120 Sewer Maintenance 428,524 462,982 539,801 331,252 2,594,667
G8130 Water Pollution Control 839,829 899,384 984,490 595,089 1,054,732
G1911 General Insurance 85,000 85,000 50,000 0 50,000
G1931 Bad Debt 0 430 1,000 0 1,000
G9050 Unemployment Insurance 0 0 0 0 0
G9711 Debt Service 277,517 272,424 760,001 662,247 1,416,915
G9901 Transfer to Other Funds* 541,149 409,579 406,947 341,973 366,252
TOTAL 2,384,211 2,377,086 2,952,602 2,065,510 5,883,643
EXPENDITURE BY OBJECT
.1 Personal Service 574,638 601,896 606,116 407,809 596,015
.2 Equipment 850 2,928 6,000 660 21,000
.3 Capital Outlay 65,630 16,371 79,119 8,933 2,123,800
.4 Other Contractual Exp. 612,835 755,102 791,800 447,271 1,041,455
.6 Debt Service 277,517 272,424 760,001 662,247 1,416,915
.8 Fringe Benefits 311,592 318,785 302,619 196,616 318,206
.9 Transfer to Other Funds 541,149 409,579 406,947 341,973 366,252
TOTAL 2,384,211 2,377,086 2,952,602 2,065,510 5,883,643
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SEWER FUND APPROPRIATION SUMMARY BY OBJECT DETAIL
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SEWER FUND APPROPRIATION SUMMARY BY OBJECT DETAIL
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Activity: Sewer Fund
Department: Sewer Department Revenues Proposed Rate Increase: 25%
Revenues
125.0%
Budget Account 2020 2021 2022 2022 2023
Actual Actual Budget Actual Expend. Proposed
Account Description Expenditures Expenditures as of 9/30/22 Budget
G2120 Sewer Rents (Flat) 1,744,660 1,797,930 1,892,625 1,868,398 2,365,781
G2121 Sewer Rents (Metered) 806,959 777,279 839,128 472,456 1,048,909
G2122 Sewer Charges (Miscellaneous) 814 1,440 1,000 189 1,250
G2123 Service Charges-Unplug Sewers 88 0 0 0 0
G2124 Service Charges-New Sewers 18,409 18,331 15,450 15,504 19,313
G2125 Heuvelton 0 0 0 0 31,390
G2126 St Law Psy Center 208,119 161,940 174,000 193,701 217,500
G2128 Interest & Penalties On Sewer Accounts 22,507 21,839 22,000 19,455 26,000
G2200 Industrial Waste Recovery 0 0 0 0 0
G2300 Industrial Pretreatment 0 0 0 0 0
G2389 Misc. Sewer - Other Governments 0 9,000 8,400 1,800 5,000
G2401 Interest Earnings 0 0 0 0 0
G2701 Refund of Prior Year Expenses 0 0 0 0 0
G2770 Miscellaneous Receipts 0 0 0 0 0
G2812 Transfer From Fund Balance 0 0 0 0 1,168,500
G3089 Misc. State Aid 0 0 0 0 1,000,000
G4089 Federal Reimbursement 0 0 0 0 0
Grand Totals: 2,801,556 2,787,759 2,952,603 2,571,503 5,883,643
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Activity: Sewer Fund
Department: Sewer Department Administration
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program encompasses the administration of the City's Water Pollution Control facilities, including sewer mains and storm drains,
trunk collectors, storm overflows, pump stations, and the Water Pollution Control Plant. The salaries of those individuals responsible
for the administration of these facilities are apportioned to this program. In addition, 33% of the cost of the City Engineering Office is
apportioned to this program for engineering services devoted to the water pollution control function.
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Activity: Sewer Fund
Department: Sewer Department Administration
Appropriations
Revenues
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program involves the maintenance of the City's sanitary and storm sewer system. The equivalent of five full-time employees are assigned
to this program. Three positions are assigned to major sewer cleaning jobs, sewer repair and construction, and two positions respond to sewer
lateral cleaning requests on a cost reimbursement basis. Contractual expenses cover the cost of such materials and supplies as drop inlets,
sewer grates and frames, pre-cast manholes and backfill material.
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Activity: Sewer Fund
Department: Sewer Maintenance
Appropriations
Revenues
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Activity: Sewer Fund
Department: Water Pollution Control
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program covers the cost of operating the water pollution control plant and the four lift stations. A chief plant operator, water treatment plant
maintenance mechanic, two operators, and a laborer are assigned to this program. The major non-salary costs have increased dramatically as
a result of operating the secondary sewage treatment plant for the first time in 1980 and the first full year of operation in 1981. 1982 was the first
full year the City's water pollution control plant was treating the sewage effluent from the St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center.
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Activity: Sewer Fund
Department: Water Pollution Control
Appropriations
Revenues
G3089 Misc. State Aid 0 0 0 0 1,000,000
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This account covers all general City liability, auto, property damage & other insurance that is not charged directly to the fund or activity
covered, i. e. Water Fund & General Fund.
Appropriations
Revenues
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Activity: Sewer Fund
Department: Sewer Debt Service
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program is for the annual principal and interest payments which are due on all the City's Sewer Fund debt obligations.
In 2002 the City borrowed $3,565,000 of which $2,725,000 is attributable to the Sewer Fund. In 2012 we refinanced the 2002 borrowing
and reduced the interest rate. This borrowing is due to be paid off in 2023.
In 2019 the City converted a $1,179,000 Bond Anticipation Note to a Serial Bond, of which $653,942 is attributable to the Sewer Fund.
This borrowing is due to be paid off in 2029.
Appropriations
Revenues
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Activity: Sewer Fund
Department: Transfer Other Funds
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Money transferred to the general fund to offset general fund costs allocated to sewer fund.
Appropriations
Revenues
* In 2020-2022 the transfer to general fund were budget/charged directly to expenditures in the sewer fund
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PUBLIC LIBRARY & REMINGTON MUSEUM APPROPRIATION SUMMARY
EXPENDITURE BY PROGRAM
L7410 Public Library 508,850.04 314,338.07 96153.32 65,225.91 61,589.92
EXPENDITURE BY OBJECT
.1 Personal Service 612,242.06 250,481.53 0.00 0.00 0.00
.2 Equipment 7,265.77 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
.3 Capital Outlay 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
.4 Other Contractual Exp. 29,813.06 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
.6 Debt Service 10,728.75 10,365.00 8,539.00 8,539.00 9,525.00
.8 Fringe Benefits 285,492.53 208,334.56 96,019.22 96,019.22 78,443.52
K-1
Activity: Library Fund
Department: Public Library
Revenues
K-2
Activity: Library Fund
Department: Public Library
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program, under the direction of the Library Board, is responsible for the operation of the Ogdensburg Public Library. Library services
are provided for all from pre-school age to senior citizens, including the blind and handicapped.
K-3
Activity: Library Fund
Department: Public Library
Appropriations
K-4
Activity: Library Fund
Department: Public Library
Appropriations
Revenues
L1001 Library Taxes - School District 125,000.00 110,500.00 96,153.32 70,280.08 61,589.92
L2082 Library Charges 2,022.05 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
L2765 NCL System and Other 2,781.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
L2800-7410 Library Endowment Income 33,000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
L5031-7410 Library Contribution From City 265,000.00 162,000.00 - 0.00 -
L2812 Appropriated Fund Balance 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Total Department Revenues: 427,803.05 272,500.00 96,153.32 70,280.08 61,589.92
LOCAL EFFORT REQUIRED 81,046.99 41,838.07 0.00 (5,054.17) 0.00
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Activity: Remington Fund
Department: Remington Museum
Revenues
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Activity: Remington Fund
Department: Remington Museum
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Frederic Remington Art Museum operates under the direction of the State chartered Remington Board of Trustees. This world-famous
collection of Western Art has as its nucleus the art and memorabilia of Frederic Remington, which was bequeathed to the Ogdensburg Public
Library by Remington's widow and is now on loan to the Frederic Remington Art Museum for preservation, exhibition, interpretation and
promotion. The Museum contains one of the world's finest collections of the works of Frederic Remington. Visitors last year represented all
fifty states, eight Canadian Provinces and over forty foreign Countries.
TOTALS 1 0 0 54,664 0 0
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Activity: Remington Fund
Department: Remington Museum
Appropriations
Revenues
L2762 Grants - Remington 236,087.00 0.00 61,574.52 0.00 0.00
L2770 Gift Shop 89,000.00 88,555.02 0.00 0.00 26,378.60
L2800-7411 Remington Endowment Income 43,531.23 70,000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Total Department Revenues: 368,618.23 158,555.02 61,574.52 0.00 26,378.60
LOCAL EFFORT REQUIRED 68,073.90 (3,712.00) 0.00 39,332.31 0.00
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