Radnor Issues
Radnor Budget
June 2011 YTD Numbers In July of 2011, we received the financials for the first half of 2011 with a comparison of the budget vs. actual for that period. Click here to see this financial report: http://www.radnor.com/egov/docs/1311257957_584625.pdf
2011 Budget On 12/13/10, we adopted our 2011 budget. You can see the final document by clicking here: http://www.radnor.com/egov/docs/1292299615_658569.pdf The budget contains significant cuts in spending (including a salary freeze, the elimination of 3 positions, increased staff contributions to health care costs, and all around belt-tightening in each department) , a 10% reduction in our funding to non-profits, and a 9 % tax increase. Nevertheless, you will notice that the budget still reflects an operating deficit, which is a serious, enduring issue that we are making progress on, but have not yet solved. On a more positive note, we have restored our fund balance to the required minimum. In addition, we have received restitution in the amount of $55,000 and an insurance payment of $500,000 for the losses we suffered due to the actions of our prior Manager, Dave Bashore. I want to note that our new staff, led by Manager Bob Zienkowski and Finance Director Bill White, did an extraordinary job in putting this budget together under extremely challenging circumstances. I have been tremendously impressed by their level of professionalism and expertise and look forward to their continued leadership in re-establishing our long term financial stability.
Citizens Audit Review & Financial Advisory Committee Appointed In the Township's efforts to continue to bring citizen participation in developing methods and techniques for success, the Board of Commissioners created the Citizens' Audit Review & Financial Advisory Committee (CARFAC) on February 14, 2011 (Resolution 2011-01). It is the expectation of the Board that members of the CARFAC share their expertise and serve as a network for educating the public on the Township's financial practices and objectives, while continuing to foster the trust and stable accountability between the Township and its stakeholders. The group will:
•Review the annual unaudited financial report submitted by the Administration
•Periodically review the process used to prepare interim financial information submitted to the Board of Commissioners
•Publicly review audit results (to include annual financial audits, pension audits, and any other mandated audit performed on the Township's finances)
•Assure that audit recommendations are appropriately addressed
•Report at least once annually to the Board of Commissioners in accordance with their responsibilities
The Citizens' Audit Review & Financial Advisory Committee is an additional layer to enhance the Township's effort to promote transparency in financial accountability and to ensure the appropriate and proper expenditure of taxpayer dollars.
For more information about the CARFAC and to see the current members, click here: http://www.radnor.com/department/board.php?fDD=10-314
Stormwater Study Report Now Available:
The consultants we hired to assess our significant flooding and stormwater problems in Radnor have submitted their final report. It contains a plethora of recommendations along with corresponding estimated price tags. If you are interested, you can access it by clicking on this link: http://www.radnor.com/egov/docs/1311956792_445831.pdf
Home Rule Charter Update:
We have appointed a citizen committee to take on the very important task of updating our Home Rule Charter. The committee is soliciting resident input, and I would encourage you to send in your thoughts and suggestions. The e-mail address for comments is: charter@radnor.org. The text of the existing Home Rule Charter can be found here: http://www.radnor.com/egov/docs/1304018685_894226.pdf
New Public Works Director Hired:
We have hired a new Director of Public Works, Steve Norcini. Steve comes to us highly recommended from Tredyffrin Township, where he has served as Director of Public works since 2005. He is a licensed civil engineer with a degree from Temple. Steve was born and raised in Radnor (a graduate of Archbishop Carroll) and is thrilled to come back and serve in his hometown. If you’d like to see his full resume, salary and benefits package, click here and go to page 17: http://www.radnor.com/egov/docs/1305921447_599731.pdf
New Police Superintendent: In early 2011, we hired a new Superintendent of Police, William Colarulo. Mr. Colarulo is coming to us from a distinguished 30+ year career in the Philadelphia police force, in which he rose to the level of Chief Inspector (the highest civil service rank). With a truly impressive record, references and reputation, we are confident that he will be a superb leader for our police force during this time of cutbacks and tight funding.