During the calendar year, the Building & Life Safety Department contracted with TPI Building Code Consultants for their expertise in government building department temporary services.  The services staff receives are for data entry, permit technician, and plumbing inspection support.

The original budget for 2019 was $2,500 and increased by $24,000 for a total of $26,500. The $24,000 was transferred from the Temporary Help (101-4501-523-1801) to Professional Services (101-4501-523-2005). During the course of the year, as workloads became high, additional services were needed through the high volume season to assist with duties needed by the Building Department. To date the expenses have reached $85,700 with an additional $10,000 needed until year end.  This brings the total of services needed to $95,700, which exceeds the current budget by $69,200.    

Recommendation

Staff is recommending that the Village Board approve expenditures for TPI Consultants for an additional $69,200 for temporary services. It is also recommended the Village Board amend the 2019 Budget for account 101-4501-523-20-05 by transferring $69,200 from the General Fund contingency account.