HomeMy WebLinkAboutC.054.93011_0774 (2)It was the consensus of the board to direct Mrs. Turner to seek a "firm" cost for
the equipment. (Mrs. Turner said she would try to have the information available for
the July 19 board meeting.)
Chief Dowdle said he would ask the Sheriff about the possible usage of the
federal equity funds.
Request from the Chief Animal Control Officer for an In -Range Pay
Incentive for Employees Achieving the title of "Official Rabies Vaccinator":
Chief Animal Control Officer Robb Tatham said the state offered a class for animal
control officers interested in achieving the designation of "Official Rabies Vaccinator."
He said the public would benefit because animals adopted or reclaimed could be
vaccinated prior to leaving the shelter. Tatham said in addition, the monthly rabies
clinic could be conducted without a veterinarian.
Commissioner Robertson asked if the increase would be on top of the COLA
and merit increase.
Tatham said yes.
Department heads in attendance then explained incentive programs available to
their employees. Code Enforcement Director Lynn Niblock said his inspectors could
take a state exam and achieve certifications that would entitle them to more pay. He
said an inspector could actually be certified in all four levels of work (building,
electrical, plumbing and mechanical) but starting from level one, it would take several
years.
Chief Deputy Dowdle said incentive programs were helpful because they helped
retain employees. He said law enforcement used an incentive program based upon the
state's point system for certifications or degrees (Associates, Bachelors and Masters).
Tatham was asked how many employees would be eligible, and he said the
kennel and office staff -- five people. He said two people were already eligible.
It was the consensus of the board to delay action until additional information
could be obtained. Specifically, what precedent would be established by approving the
request. The board expressed a desire to maintain fairness and consistency while at the
same time being mindful of the financial impact the incentives might have on the
county.
Request from the Health Department for Approval of a Budget Amendment
for Two Environmental Health Specialist Positions and for Related Equipment:
Health Director Donna Campbell reported that in Statesville there was an eight to nine
week septic tank permit backlog, and in Mooresville, the waiting period was between six
to seven weeks. She said the Fast Track Program had not "taken off as fast" as once
anticipated. Campbell said the state had conducted a manpower study and the results
were shared with the board of health on June 9. Mrs. Campbell said the state's personnel
evaluation contained the following conclusions regarding the activities of the Iredell
County's Environmental Department.
alredell ranks 2nd in the Top 5 NC Permit Producers in productivity.
alredell ranks P out of nine contiguous counties in productivity.
alredell maintains high productivity despite the demands for septic
systems of higher complexity than those issued in most Top 5 or contiguous
counties.
aIredell ranks a close 4`h in statewide permit production.
alredell operates without a staff soils scientist and with a minimum of non -field
staff.
elredell works with a majority of challenging sites compared to neighboring
counties along with big permit producers, but the legal track record is excellent.