2026 PROPOSED BUDGET NARRATIVE MAYOR MATT TUERK FINANCE DIRECTOR BINA PATEL
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The 2026 Proposed Budget Narrative, presented by Mayor Matt Tuerk and Finance Director Bina Patel, outlines the municipality's General Fund revenues across multiple tax and fee categories. Key revenue sources include Earned Income Tax ($47.6 million), Current Year City Real Estate Tax ($40.7 million), Business Privilege Tax ($13.1 million), and Deed Transfer Tax ($3.1 million), along with various permits, licenses, and service fees totaling hundreds of thousands of dollars. The document provides a comprehensive breakdown of anticipated revenue sources to support the 2026 fiscal year budget.
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2026 PROPOSED BUDGET NARRATIVE MAYOR MATT TUERK FINANCE DIRECTOR BINA PATEL -- 1 of 339 -- 1 Table of Contents General Fund Revenues (000) ...................................................................................................... 42 (000-42900 & 000-42906) Earned Income Tax ($4,600,000 + $43,000,000 = $47,600,000) ............................................................................................................................................... 42 (000-42901) Current Year City Real Estate (CRE) Tax ($40,681,514) ............................... 43 (000-42903) Prior Year City Real Estate Taxes ($1,050,000).............................................. 43 (000-42905) Local Services Tax ($1,840,000) ..................................................................... 44 (000-42907) Deed Transfer Tax ($3,100,000) ...................................................................... 44 (000-42909) Business Privilege Tax (BPT) ($13,072,000) .................................................. 44 (000-42911) Per Cap Tax (Prior Year) ($5,000) .................................................................. 46 (000-42913) Business License Fees (BL) ($430,000) .......................................................... 46 (000-42914) Liquor License Revenue ($40,000).................................................................. 47 (000-42924) Zoning Permits and Fees ($280,000) ............................................................... 47 (000-42926) Health Bureau Permits/Licenses ($260,000) ................................................... 47 (000-42928) Fire Department Inspection Fees ($115,000)................................................... 47 (000-42930) Other Permits & Licenses ($260,000) ............................................................. 47 (000-42931) CATV Franchise Fees ($700,000) ................................................................... 47 (000-42935) SCA Permits ($1,000) ...................................................................................... 47 (000-42937) Presales Inspection ($125,000) ........................................................................ 48 (000-43101) Tax Certification Fees ($100,000) ................................................................... 48 (000-43102) Municipal Certifications ($10,000) .................................................................. 48 (000-43106) Printer / Copier Fees ($75,000) ........................................................................ 48 (000-43204) Street Excavations & Restoration ($118,000) ................................................. 48 (000-43205) Warrants of Survey ($10,000).......................................................................... 48 (000-43208) Towing Agreements ($360,000) ...................................................................... 48 -- 2 of 339 -- 2 (000-43410) Health Bureau Services ($96,520) ................................................................... 49 (000-43417) EMS Transit Fees ($7,100,000) ....................................................................... 49 (000-43418) EMS-Miscellaneous ($45,000) ........................................................................ 49 (000-43430) Swimming Pool Fees ($260,000) ..................................................................... 49 (000-43435) Recreation ($85,000)........................................................................................ 50 (000-43440) Credit Card Fees ($10,000) .............................................................................. 50 (000-43490) General Fund Service Charges ($3,761,259) ................................................... 50 (000-43495) Other Charges for Service ($80,000) ............................................................... 50 (000-43497) Police Extra Duty Jobs ($250,000) .................................................................. 50 (000-43999) Prior Year Water & Sewer Claims ($23,000) .................................................. 51 (000-44110) District Court ($200,000) ................................................................................. 51 (000-44112) Fines & Restitution ($150,000)........................................................................ 51 (000-44113) Allentown Parking Authority Reimbursement ($1,000) .................................. 51 (000-45213) 3rd Party Reimbursements ($500) ................................................................... 51 (000-45215) Health Categorical Grant ($2,530,483) ............................................................ 51 (000-45216) Opioid Lawsuit Settlement ($87,000) .............................................................. 52 (000-45219) Health Covid Grants ($881,654) ...................................................................... 52 (000-45225) Workforce Development Grant ($600,000) ..................................................... 52 (000-45229) Fire Training ($96,000) .................................................................................... 52 (000-45230) Police Training ($300,000) .............................................................................. 52 (000-45231) Police Grants ($905,000) ................................................................................. 53 (000-45233) Police Overtime Reimbursement ($625,000) .................................................. 53 (000-45234) Police Miscellaneous ($132,000) ..................................................................... 53 (000-45240) Other Grants and Misc ($2,601,190) ............................................................... 53 (000-45241) State Aid for Pension ($6,447,489).................................................................. 53 -- 3 of 339 -- 3 (000-45245) Fire Dept Hiring Grant ($1,413,492) ............................................................... 54 (000-46100) Utility Realty Tax (PURTA) ($80,000) ........................................................... 54 (000-46110) PILOT ($160,000)............................................................................................ 55 (000-46130) Rental of City Property ($125,000) ................................................................. 55 (000-46141) Investment Interest Income ($2,983,273) ........................................................ 55 (000-46143) PLGIT Investment Income ($900,000) ............................................................ 56 (000-46144) Advertising Revenue ($100,000) ..................................................................... 56 (000-46147) Act 205 Interest ($100,000) ............................................................................. 56 (000-46148) AO Loan Interest Income ($26,945) ................................................................ 56 (000-46155) ANIZDA ($134,010)........................................................................................ 56 (000-46161) Sale of City Property ($750,000) ..................................................................... 57 (000-46165) Health Violation Tickets ($19,200) ................................................................. 57 (000-46170) Miscellaneous (Gen Misc) ($500,000) ............................................................ 57 (000-46172) Municipal Claim Recovery ($253,000) ........................................................... 57 (000-46176) Fire Cost Recovery ($10,000) .......................................................................... 58 (000-46177) Fire Dept Misc ($15,000) ................................................................................. 58 (000-46191) Lights in the Parkway – Admissions ($250,000) ............................................. 58 (000-46192) Lights in the Parkway – Sponsors ($50,000) ................................................... 58 (000-46193) Recreation/ Special Events ($28,000) .............................................................. 58 (000-46195) Casino Fee ($4,100,000) .................................................................................. 58 (000-47120) Water/Sewer Lease ($1,150,715) ..................................................................... 60 Liquid Fuels Revenue (004)...................................................................................................... 60 (004-45211) PA Liquid Fuels Tax - Act 655 ($3,119,462.76) ............................................. 61 (004-45241) State Aid Pension ($267,290) .......................................................................... 61 (004-46141) Interest Income ($10,785) ................................................................................ 61 -- 4 of 339 -- 4 (004-46143) PLGIT Income ($27,715)................................................................................. 61 (004-46170) Miscellaneous ($127,859.36) ........................................................................... 61 (004-47100) Revenue Payback - Audit 2016-2020 ($567,951.31)....................................... 61 Trexler Memorial Fund Revenues (006)....................................................................................... 61 (006-45241) State Aid Pension ($96,225) ............................................................................ 61 (006-46141) Interest Income ($1,500) .................................................................................. 61 (006-46688) Romper Day Grant ($2,000) ............................................................................ 61 (006-46689) Trexler Maintenance Grant ($1,800,000) ........................................................ 61 (006-47100) Transfer from Other Funds ($108,000) ............................................................ 61 Lease / Administrative Order (AO) Fund Revenues (080) ........................................................... 61 (080-43330) A.O. Service Charge Fee Collection ($860,000) ............................................. 61 (000-46141) Interest Income ($15,000) ................................................................................ 61 Risk Fund Revenues (081) ............................................................................................................ 62 (081-45241) State Aid Pension ($26,729) ............................................................................ 62 (081-46141) Interest Income ($50,000) ................................................................................ 62 (081-46197) Risk Fund-Wellness Program ($10,000).......................................................... 62 (081-46200) Retiree Health Benefit Reimbursement ($1,251,900)...................................... 62 (081-46210) Active Employee Benefit Reimbursement ($1,063,900) ................................. 62 (081-46220) Inactive Employee Benefit Reimbursement ($6,500) ...................................... 62 (081-46610) Stop Loss Reimbursement ($550,000) ............................................................. 62 (081-46615) Claims Paid Reimbursement Risk ($60,000) ................................................... 63 (081-47005) Transfer from Grant Fund ($93,376) ............................................................... 63 (081-47100) Transfer from General Fund ($23,312,279) ..................................................... 63 (081-47104) Transfer from Liquid Fuels Fund ($861,930) .................................................. 63 (081-47105) Transfer from Rental Fund ($735,145) ............................................................ 63 -- 5 of 339 -- 5 (081-47106) Transfer from Trexler Fund ($310,295)........................................................... 63 (081-47115) Transfer from Building Code Fund ($542,877) ............................................... 63 (081-47181) Transfer from Risk Management ($86,193) .................................................... 63 (081-47185) Transfer from Solid Waste ($1,373,349) ......................................................... 63 (081-47186) Transfer from Stormwater Fund ($1,288,826) ................................................. 63 (081-47191) Transfer from Golf Fund ($190,653) ............................................................... 63 (081-47700) Transfer from CDBG Fund ($203,990) ........................................................... 64 Debt Service Revenues (082)........................................................................................................ 64 (082-47130) General Fund Transfer In ($8,303,808) ........................................................... 64 (082-47133) Liquid Fuels Fund Transfer In ($62,405) ........................................................ 64 Equipment Fund Revenues (083).................................................................................................. 64 (083-46143) PLGIT Investment Income ($30,000) .............................................................. 64 (083-46413) City Auction Proceeds ($25,000) ..................................................................... 64 (083-47100) Transfer from Other Funds ($1,246,000) ......................................................... 64 Solid Waste Fund Revenues (085) ................................................................................................ 65 (085-42915) Freon Fees ($8,000) ......................................................................................... 65 (085-42925) Sweep Tickets ($350,000) ............................................................................... 65 (085-42927) Dog License ($4,000)....................................................................................... 65 (085-42950) Grants ($505,000) ............................................................................................ 66 (085-42985) Recycling/Sponsors ($1,000) ........................................................................... 66 (085-42990) Trash Collection ($27,188,340.00) .................................................................. 66 (085-42991) Recyclable Materials ($100,000) ..................................................................... 67 (085-42992) Tub Grinder/Mulch Loading ($8,000) ............................................................. 67 (085-42995) Commercial Trash Collection ($419,580.00) .................................................. 67 (085-45241) State Aid for Pension ($378,661)..................................................................... 68 -- 6 of 339 -- 6 (085-46141) Interest Income ($7,353.00) ............................................................................. 68 (085-46143) PLGIT Income ($97,647.00)............................................................................ 68 (085-46145) Gain/Loss on Disposal of Fixed Assets ($10,000)........................................... 68 (085-46170) Miscellaneous ($40,000) .................................................................................. 68 Stormwater Fund Revenues (086) ................................................................................................ 68 (086-43630) Stormwater Fee ($5,687,684) .......................................................................... 69 (086-43631) Stormwater Fee – Previous Year ($150,000) ................................................... 69 (086-45241) State Aide Pension ($351,932) ........................................................................ 69 (086-46141) Interest Income ($15,000) ................................................................................ 69 (086-46143) PLGIT Investment Income ($5,000) ................................................................ 70 (086-46300) Collection Fee – Prior Year ($5,000) ............................................................... 70 Golf Fund Revenues (091) ............................................................................................................ 70 (091-43182) Cart Rentals ($685,000) ................................................................................... 70 (091-43183) Greens Fees ($1,475,000) ................................................................................ 70 (091-43184) Driving range ($435,000)................................................................................. 70 (091-43186) Pro Shop Rental/Miscellaneous ($95,000) ...................................................... 70 (091-43187) Golf Course Bar & Restaurant Rent ($60,000) ................................................ 70 (091-45241) State Aid Pension ($52,567) ............................................................................ 70 (091-46141) Interest Income ($20,000) ................................................................................ 70 Rental Fund Revenues (105) ......................................................................................................... 71 (105-42932) Rental Registration & Licensing Fees ($2,350,750) ........................................ 71 (105-42933) Rental Presales Revenue ($100,000) ............................................................... 71 (105-42934) Vacant Property Registration ($50,000) .......................................................... 71 (105-44112) Rental Fines & Restitution ($5,000) ................................................................ 71 (105-45241) State Aid Pension ($202,695) .......................................................................... 71 -- 7 of 339 -- 7 (105-46170) Miscellaneous ($1,000) .................................................................................... 71 Building Code Fund Revenues (115) ............................................................................................ 71 (115-42916) Building Permits and Fees ($2,567,000).......................................................... 71 (115-42918) Plumbing License Fees ($15,000).................................................................... 71 (115-42920) Electrical Licensing Fees ($60,000) ................................................................ 71 (115-42921) Sheet Metal Technician License Fees ($15,000) ............................................. 71 (115-45241) State Aid Pension ($149,683) .......................................................................... 72 (115-46170) Miscellaneous ($25,000) .................................................................................. 72 General Fund Expenses (000) ....................................................................................................... 73 Non-Departmental Department (000-01) ...................................................................................... 73 City Council Bureau (000-01-0101) ......................................................................................... 73 Legislation & Recordkeeping Program Expenses (000-01-0101-0001) ................................... 74 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................... 74 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($500) .............................................................................. 74 (50032) Publications & Memberships ($485)....................................................................... 74 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($8,000) .................................................. 74 (50040) Civic Expenses ($25,000) ....................................................................................... 74 (50044) Legal Services ($75,000)......................................................................................... 74 (50046) Other Contract Services ($460,500) ........................................................................ 74 (50050) Other Services & Charges ($15,000) ...................................................................... 75 (50056) Uniforms ($1,890) ................................................................................................... 75 (50068) Operating Materials & Supplies ($1,700) ............................................................... 75 Office of the Mayor Bureau (000-01-0201).............................................................................. 76 Mayor’s Executive Management Program Expenses (000-01-0201-0002).............................. 77 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................... 77 -- 8 of 339 -- 8 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($400) .............................................................................. 77 (50032) Publications and Memberships ($51,149) ............................................................... 78 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($22,000) ................................................ 78 (50040) Civic Expenses ($70,000) ....................................................................................... 78 (50046) Other Contract Services ($10,000) .......................................................................... 78 (50050) Other Services and Charges ($5,000) ...................................................................... 78 (50056) Uniforms ($1,000) ................................................................................................... 78 (50068) Operating Materials & Supplies ($3,500) ............................................................... 78 Mayor’s Civic Innovations Program Expenses (000-01-0201-0004) ....................................... 79 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................... 79 (50030) Rentals ($1,000) ...................................................................................................... 79 (50032) Publications and Memberships ($250) .................................................................... 79 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($500) ..................................................... 79 (50046) Other Contract Services ($15,000) .......................................................................... 79 (50068) Operating Materials & Supplies ($10,000) ............................................................. 79 City Controller Bureau (000-01-0301) ..................................................................................... 80 Audit & Compliance Program Expenses (000-01-0301-0005) ................................................ 81 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................... 81 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($100) .............................................................................. 81 (50032) Publications & Memberships ($850)....................................................................... 81 (50034) Training & Professional Development ($5,392) ..................................................... 81 (50040) Civic Expenses ($100) ............................................................................................ 82 (50050) Other Services and Charges ($100) ......................................................................... 82 (50056) Uniforms ($150) ...................................................................................................... 82 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($600)................................................................ 82 -- 9 of 339 -- 9 Law Bureau (000-01-0501)....................................................................................................... 83 Legal Services Program Expenses (000-01-0501-0006) .......................................................... 89 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................... 89 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($750) .............................................................................. 89 (50032) Publications and Memberships ($21,848) ............................................................... 89 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($9,993) .................................................. 90 (50040) Civic Expenses ($100) ............................................................................................ 90 (50044) Legal Services ($445,000)....................................................................................... 90 (50050) Other Services & Charges ($25,000) ...................................................................... 93 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($1,000)............................................................. 93 Finance Department (000-02) ................................................................................................... 94 Finance Bureau (000-02-0602) ................................................................................................. 94 Revenue and Audit Program (000-02-0602-0008) ................................................................... 94 Revenue and Audit Program Expenses (000-02-0602-0008) ................................................... 95 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................... 95 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($150) .............................................................................. 96 (50032) Publications and Membership ($2,000) .................................................................. 96 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($5,000) .................................................. 96 (50050) Other Services and Charges ($33,809) .................................................................... 97 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($1,500)............................................................. 98 (50090) Refunds ($275,000) ................................................................................................. 98 Finance and Budget Administration Program (000-02-0602-0009) ....................................... 100 Finance and Budget Administration Program Expenses (000-02-0602-0009) ....................... 100 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 100 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($200) ............................................................................ 100 -- 10 of 339 -- 10 (50032) Publications and Membership ($2,210) ................................................................ 101 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($7,200) ................................................ 101 (50040) Civic Expenses ($59) ............................................................................................ 101 (50046) Other Contract Services ($43,000) ........................................................................ 102 (50050) Other Services and Charges ($266,280) ................................................................ 102 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($700).............................................................. 102 (50088) Interfund Transfer ($12,811,496) .......................................................................... 102 Accounting & Financial Management Program (000-02-0602-0010).................................... 104 Accounting & Financial Management Program Expenses (000-02-0602-0010) ................... 105 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 105 (50032) Publication and Membership ($875) ..................................................................... 105 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($5,500) ................................................ 105 (50042) Repairs and maintenance ($1,000) ........................................................................ 106 (50046) Other Contract Services ($72,000) ........................................................................ 106 (50056) Uniforms ($500) .................................................................................................... 106 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($2,400)........................................................... 106 Purchasing Program (000-02-0602-0011) .............................................................................. 107 Purchasing Program Expenses (000-02-0602-0011) .............................................................. 108 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 108 (50032) Publications and Memberships ($1,895) ............................................................... 108 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($7,000) ................................................ 109 (50050) Other Services and Charges ($200) ....................................................................... 109 (50056) Uniforms ($250) .................................................................................................... 109 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($500).............................................................. 109 Public Works Department (000-03) ............................................................................................ 110 -- 11 of 339 -- 11 Public Works Director’s Bureau (000-03-0701)......................................................................... 110 Administration Program Expenses (000-03-0701-0013) ........................................................ 110 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 110 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($50) .............................................................................. 110 (50032) Publications & Memberships ($715)..................................................................... 110 (50034) Training & Professional Development ($10,250) ................................................. 110 (50040) Civic Expenses ($259) .......................................................................................... 111 Office of Compliance Program (000-03-0701-0014) ............................................................. 111 Office of Compliance Program Expenses (000-03-0701-0014) ............................................. 111 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 111 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($50) .............................................................................. 111 (50032) Publications & Memberships ($445)..................................................................... 111 (50034) Training & Professional Development ($1,750) ................................................... 111 (50046) Other Contracted Services ($40,000) .................................................................... 112 (50056) Uniforms ($460) .................................................................................................... 112 (50068) Operating Materials & Supplies ($112) ................................................................ 112 (50090) Refunds ($5,000) ................................................................................................... 112 Engineering Bureau (000-03-0702) ........................................................................................ 113 Design, Permits & Inspection Program Expenses (000-03-0702-0015) ................................. 113 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 113 (50026) Printing ($13,328) ................................................................................................. 113 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($100) ............................................................................ 114 (50030) Rentals ($3,000) .................................................................................................... 114 (50032) Publications & Memberships ($1,830).................................................................. 114 (50034) Training & Professional Development ($9,750) ................................................... 114 -- 12 of 339 -- 12 (50042) Repairs & Maintenance ($4,350) .......................................................................... 114 (50046) Other Contracted Services ($105,000) .................................................................. 114 (50050) Other Services & Charges ($3,000) ...................................................................... 114 (50054) Repairs & Maintenance Supplies ($2,550) ........................................................... 115 (50056) Uniforms ($3,040) ................................................................................................. 115 (50068) Operating Materials & Supplies ($16,625) ........................................................... 115 (50073) Equipment Over $5,000 ($6,283) .......................................................................... 115 (50090) Refunds ($500) ...................................................................................................... 115 Fleet Maintenance Operations Bureau (000-03-0704) ........................................................... 116 Fleet Service & Repair Program Expenses (000-03-0704-0016) ........................................... 116 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 116 (50026) Printing ($4,000) ................................................................................................... 116 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($1,050) ......................................................................... 116 (50030) Rentals ($168,252) ................................................................................................ 116 (50032) Publications & Memberships ($4,465).................................................................. 117 (50034) Training & Professional Development ($7,635) ................................................... 117 (50042) Repairs & Maintenance ($381,500) ...................................................................... 117 (50046) Other Contracted Services ($57,300) .................................................................... 117 (50050) Other Services & Charges ($1,227) ...................................................................... 117 (50054) Repairs & Maintenance Supplies ($1,648,500) .................................................... 117 (50056) Uniforms ($12,050) ............................................................................................... 117 (50062) Fuels, Oils & Lubricants ($1,280,000) .................................................................. 118 (50066) Chemicals ($15,540) ............................................................................................. 118 (50068) Operating Materials & Supplies ($9,250) ............................................................. 118 (50072) Equipment ($20,000) ............................................................................................. 118 -- 13 of 339 -- 13 Building Maintenance Bureau (000-03-0707) ........................................................................ 119 Building Maintenance Program Expenses (000-03-0707-0017) ............................................ 119 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 119 (50020) Power ($1,200,660) ............................................................................................... 119 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($50) .............................................................................. 120 (50030) Rentals ($10,000) .................................................................................................. 120 (50032) Publications & Memberships ($835)..................................................................... 120 (50034) Training & Prof. Develop ($5,200) ....................................................................... 120 (50042) Repairs & Maintenance ($220,462) ...................................................................... 120 (50046) Other Contracted Services ($16,800) .................................................................... 121 (50050) Other Services & Charges ($3,475) ...................................................................... 121 (50054) Repairs & Maintenance Supplies ($168,800) ....................................................... 122 (50055) Property Repairs ($224,225) ................................................................................. 122 (50056) Uniforms ($11,345) ............................................................................................... 122 (50062) Fuels, Oils & Lubricants ($264,077) ..................................................................... 123 (50066) Chemicals ($6,200) ............................................................................................... 123 (50068) Operating Materials & Supplies ($16,000) ........................................................... 123 (50072) Equipment ($27,500) ............................................................................................. 123 Streets Bureau (000-03-0716) ................................................................................................. 124 Streets Maintenance Program Expenses (000-03-0716-0017) ............................................... 124 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 124 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($100) ............................................................................ 124 (50032) Publications & Memberships ($1,170).................................................................. 124 (50034) Training & Prof. Develop ($3,500) ....................................................................... 124 (50042) Repairs & Maintenance ($2,240) .......................................................................... 125 -- 14 of 339 -- 14 (50046) Other Contracted Services ($3,587) ...................................................................... 125 (50054) Repairs & Maintenance Supplies ($493,950) ....................................................... 125 (50056) Uniforms ($19,480) ............................................................................................... 125 (50066) Chemicals ($210,160) ........................................................................................... 125 (50068) Operating Materials & Supplies ($20,300) ........................................................... 126 (50072) Equipment ($5,000) ............................................................................................... 126 Traffic Planning & Control Bureau (000-03-0807) ................................................................ 127 Traffic Planning & Control Program Expenses (000-03-0807-0018) .................................... 127 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 127 (50026) Printing ($9,700) ................................................................................................... 127 (50030) Rentals ($3,000) .................................................................................................... 127 (50032) Publications & Memberships ($2,535).................................................................. 127 (50034) Training & Prof. Development ($5,100) ............................................................... 128 (50042) Repairs & Maintenance ($3,500) .......................................................................... 128 (50046) Other Contracted Services ($191,333) .................................................................. 128 (50050) Other Services & Charges ($2,100) ...................................................................... 128 (50054) Repairs & Maintenance Supplies ($92,475) ......................................................... 128 (50056) Uniforms ($4,700) ................................................................................................. 129 (50066) Chemicals ($3,500) ............................................................................................... 129 (50068) Operating Materials & Supplies ($182,470) ......................................................... 130 (50073) Equipment Over $5,000 ($108,400) ...................................................................... 130 (50076) Construction Contracts ($90,000) ......................................................................... 130 Police Department (000-04)........................................................................................................ 131 Police Bureau (000-04-0802) ...................................................................................................... 131 Police Operations Program Expenses (000-04-0802-0021) ................................................... 131 -- 15 of 339 -- 15 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 131 (50017) New Hire Incentive ($100,000) ............................................................................. 132 (50022) Telephone ($4,200) ............................................................................................... 132 (50026) Printing ($3,195) ................................................................................................... 132 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($1,700) ......................................................................... 132 (50030) Rental Expenses ($249,600) .................................................................................. 132 (50032) Publications & Membership ($8,195) ................................................................... 132 (50034) Training & Professional Development ($80,000) ................................................. 133 (50040) Civic Expenses ($700) .......................................................................................... 133 (50042) Repairs & Maintenance ($48,989) ........................................................................ 133 (50046) Contract Service Fees ($1,084,444) ...................................................................... 134 (50050) Other Services & Charges ($15,900) .................................................................... 134 (50054) Repair and Maintenance Supplies ($16,425) ........................................................ 134 (50056) Uniforms ($302,318) ............................................................................................. 134 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($264,117)....................................................... 134 (50071) Police IT Equipment ($200,000) ........................................................................... 135 (50072) Equipment ($96,250) ............................................................................................. 135 (50073) Equipment Over $5,000 ($10,000) ........................................................................ 135 Police Academy Program Expenses (000-04-0802-0023) ...................................................... 136 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 136 (50032) Publications & Membership ($215) ...................................................................... 136 (50034) Training & Professional Development ($15,150) ................................................. 136 (50042) Repairs & Maintenance ($1,530) .......................................................................... 136 (50054) Repair and Maintenance Supplies ($200) ............................................................. 137 (50056) Uniforms ($24,850) ............................................................................................... 137 -- 16 of 339 -- 16 (50062) Fuels, Oils & Lubricants ($17,000) ....................................................................... 137 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($256,272)....................................................... 137 (50072) Equipment ($20,000) ............................................................................................. 137 (50090) Refunds ($12,000) ................................................................................................. 137 Police Operation Technology Program Expenses (000-04-0802-0026) ................................. 137 (50072) Equipment ($786,995) ........................................................................................... 137 Technical Services Program Expenses (000-04-0808-0019) .................................................. 139 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 139 (50022) Telephone ($73,200) ............................................................................................. 139 (50026) Printing ($600) ...................................................................................................... 140 (50030) Rentals ($490,267) ................................................................................................ 140 (50032) Publications and Membership ($300) ................................................................... 140 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($11,600) .............................................. 140 (50042) Repairs & Maintenance ($156,000) ...................................................................... 140 (50046) Other Contract Services ($151,500) ...................................................................... 141 (50054) Repairs and Maintenance Supplies ($88,650) ....................................................... 142 (50056) Uniforms ($2,850) ................................................................................................. 142 (50062) Fuels, Oils and Lubricants ($1,880) ...................................................................... 143 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($15,500)......................................................... 143 (50072) Equipment ($104,300) ........................................................................................... 143 Fire Department (000-05) ........................................................................................................... 145 Emergency Medical Services Bureau (000-05-0605) ............................................................. 145 Emergency Medical Services Program Expenses (000-05-0605-0027) ................................. 147 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 147 (50022) Telephone ($5,000) ............................................................................................... 148 -- 17 of 339 -- 17 (50024) Postage & Shipping ($100) ................................................................................... 148 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($100) ............................................................................ 148 (50030) Rentals ($2,000) .................................................................................................... 148 (50032) Publications and Membership ($1,950) ................................................................ 148 (50034) Training and Professional Development EMS ($25,000) ..................................... 149 (50040) Civic Expenses ($950) .......................................................................................... 150 (50042) Repairs and Maintenance ($73,825)...................................................................... 150 (50046) Other Contract Services ($750) ............................................................................. 150 (50054) Repair and Maintenance Supplies ($6,500) .......................................................... 150 (50056) Uniforms ($61,244) ............................................................................................... 150 (50066) Chemicals ($13,000) ............................................................................................. 151 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($109,000)....................................................... 151 (50072) Equipment ($8,963) ............................................................................................... 152 (50073) Equipment over $5,000 ($50,100)......................................................................... 152 (50090) Refunds ($15,000) ................................................................................................. 152 Fire Bureau (000-05-0803) ..................................................................................................... 153 Fire Administration & Operations Program Expenses (000-05-0803-0028) .......................... 153 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 153 (50004) Temporary Wages ($30,000)................................................................................. 153 (50028) Mileage/Tolls Reimbursement ($1,200) ............................................................... 154 (50030) Rentals ($1,025,113) ............................................................................................. 154 (50032) Publications and Membership ($7,957) ................................................................ 154 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($59,430) .............................................. 155 (50040) Civic Expenses ($135) .......................................................................................... 155 (50042) Repairs and Maintenance ($110,580).................................................................... 155 -- 18 of 339 -- 18 (50046) Other Contract Services ($15,600) ........................................................................ 156 (50054) Repair and Maintenance Supplies ($30,125) ........................................................ 156 (50056) Uniforms ($310,000) ............................................................................................. 157 (50062) Fuels, Oils, and Lubricants ($6,900) ..................................................................... 158 (50066) Chemicals ($3,500) ............................................................................................... 158 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($51,200)......................................................... 158 (50072) Equipment ($9,100) ............................................................................................... 159 (50073) Equipment Over $5,000 ($122,500) ...................................................................... 159 Fire Academy Training Program Expenses (000-05-0803-0088) .......................................... 160 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 160 (50030) Rentals ($25,300) .................................................................................................. 160 (50032) Publications and Memberships ($25,000) ............................................................. 160 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($26,450) .............................................. 160 (50068) Operating Materials & Supplies ($2,000) ............................................................. 160 (50072) Equipment ($2,500) ............................................................................................... 160 Human Resources Department (000-06) ................................................................................ 161 Human Resources Bureau (000-06-0603) .............................................................................. 161 Equity & Inclusion Initiatives Program Expenses (000-06-0603-0003) ................................ 162 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 162 (50032) Publications and Memberships ($500) .................................................................. 162 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($8,000) ................................................ 163 (50046) Other Contract Services ($25,000) ........................................................................ 163 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($1,000)........................................................... 163 Personnel Administration Program Expenses (000-06-0603-0029) ....................................... 163 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 163 -- 19 of 339 -- 19 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($400) ............................................................................ 164 (50030) Rentals ($1,000) .................................................................................................... 164 (50032) Publications and Memberships ($3,608) ............................................................... 164 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($185,900) ........................................... 164 (50046) Other Contract Services ($559,600) ...................................................................... 165 (50050) Other Services and Charges ($86,083) .................................................................. 165 (50056) Uniforms ($1,200) ................................................................................................. 165 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($35,000)......................................................... 165 (50072) Equipment ($6,000) ............................................................................................... 165 Management Systems Department (000-07) .............................................................................. 166 Management Director & IT Bureau (000-07-0604)................................................................ 166 Systems Management Program Expenses (000-07-0604-0030) ............................................. 168 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 168 (50022) Telephone ($317,000) ........................................................................................... 169 (50026) Printing ($29,987) ................................................................................................. 169 (50031) Software ($2,347,752) ........................................................................................... 170 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($37,000) .............................................. 172 (50040) Civic Expenses ($60) ............................................................................................ 172 (50042) Repairs and Maintenance ($392,340).................................................................... 173 (50046) Other Contract Services ($414,921) ...................................................................... 173 (50050) Other Services & Charges ($7,500) ...................................................................... 173 (50054) Repair and Maintenance Supplies ($500) ............................................................. 173 (50068) Operating Materials & Supplies ($2,000) ............................................................. 174 (50072) Equipment ($180,000) ........................................................................................... 174 (50073) Equipment Over $5,000 ($180,000) ...................................................................... 174 -- 20 of 339 -- 20 Mail & Print Services Program Expenses (000-07-0604-0082) ............................................. 175 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 175 (50024) Postage and Shipping ($200,000).......................................................................... 175 (50026) Printing ($85,000) ................................................................................................. 175 (50030) Rentals ($1,750) .................................................................................................... 176 (50042) Repairs and Maintenance ($8,500)........................................................................ 176 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($45,750)......................................................... 176 Parks and Recreation Department (000-08) ................................................................................ 177 Parks Maintenance Bureau (000-08-0709) ............................................................................. 180 Grounds Maintenance Program Expenses (000-08-0709-0031)............................................. 180 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 180 (50026) Printing ($6,000) ................................................................................................... 180 (50030) Rentals ($13,700) .................................................................................................. 180 (50032) Publications & Memberships ($3,675).................................................................. 181 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($9,700) ................................................ 181 (50042) Repairs and Maintenance ($4,900)........................................................................ 182 (50046) Other Contract Services ($211,575) ...................................................................... 182 (50050) Other Contract Services and Charges ($900) ........................................................ 183 (50054) Repair and Maintenance Supplies ($110,000) ...................................................... 183 (50056) Uniforms ($15,400) ............................................................................................... 184 (50062) Fuels, Oils and Lubricants ($25,000) .................................................................... 185 (50066) Chemicals ($88,000) ............................................................................................. 185 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($54,000)......................................................... 185 (50072) Equipment ($24,500) ............................................................................................. 186 (50073) Equipment Over $5,000 ($40,500) ........................................................................ 186 -- 21 of 339 -- 21 Special Events Program (000-08-0709-0032) ........................................................................ 187 Special Events Program Expenses (000-08-0709-0032) ........................................................ 187 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 187 (50026) Printing ($1,500) ................................................................................................... 187 (50030) Rentals ($19,500) .................................................................................................. 187 (50032) Publications and Memberships ($510) .................................................................. 188 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($3,500) ................................................ 188 (50046) Other Contract Services ($386,286) ...................................................................... 188 (50050) Other Services and Charges ($20,000) .................................................................. 188 (50054) Repair and Maintenance Supplies ($1,000) .......................................................... 189 (50056) Uniforms ($1,500) ................................................................................................. 189 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($25,000)......................................................... 189 (50090) Refunds ($20,500) ................................................................................................. 189 Lights in the Parkway Program (000-08-0709-0033) ............................................................. 189 Lights in the Parkway Program Expenses (000-08-0709-0033) ............................................. 189 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 189 (50030) Rentals ($18,825) .................................................................................................. 190 (50040) Civic Expenses ($15,200) ..................................................................................... 190 (50046) Other Contract Services ($8,000) .......................................................................... 190 (50050) Other Services and Charges ($45,000) .................................................................. 190 (50054) Repair and Maintenance Supplies ($25,000) ........................................................ 190 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($24,000)......................................................... 190 (50072) Equipment ($15,000) ............................................................................................. 191 (50073) Equipment Over $5,000 ($40,000) ........................................................................ 191 Sustainability Program (000-08-0709-0083) .......................................................................... 191 -- 22 of 339 -- 22 Sustainability Program Expenses (000-08-0709-0083) .......................................................... 191 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 191 (50026) Printing ($500) ...................................................................................................... 192 (50032) Publications and Memberships ($6,840) ............................................................... 192 (50034) Training & Professional Development ($3,250) ................................................... 192 (50068) Operating Materials & Supplies ($500) ................................................................ 192 Recreation Bureau (000-08-0905) .......................................................................................... 193 Organized Sports & Activities Program Expenses (000-08-0905-0034) ............................... 193 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 193 (50022) Telephone ($450)................................................................................................... 195 (50030) Rentals ($41,975) .................................................................................................. 195 (50032) Publications & Memberships ($725) ..................................................................... 195 (50034) Training & Professional Development ($10,610) ................................................. 196 (50042) Repairs & Maintenance ($800) ............................................................................. 196 (50046) Other Contracted Services ($225,901) .................................................................. 196 (50050) Other Services & Charges ($38,000)..................................................................... 198 (50056) Uniforms ($2,500) ................................................................................................. 198 (50068) Operating Materials & Supplies ($15,700) ........................................................... 198 (50072) Equipment ($3,240) ............................................................................................... 198 (50090) Refunds ($1,000) ................................................................................................... 199 Swimming Pools Bureau (000-08-0906) ................................................................................ 200 Aquatics Program Expenses (000-08-0906-0035) .................................................................. 200 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 200 (50026) Printing ($1,175) ................................................................................................... 203 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($10,900) .............................................. 203 -- 23 of 339 -- 23 (50042) Repairs and Maintenance ($2,050)........................................................................ 203 (50046) Other Contract Services ($4,000) .......................................................................... 203 (50056) Uniforms ($3,150) ................................................................................................. 203 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($70,450)......................................................... 204 (50072) Equipment ($4,100) ............................................................................................... 204 (50073) Equipment Over $5,000 ($11,000) ........................................................................ 204 Community and Economic Development (CED) Department (000-09) .................................... 205 CED Director Bureau (000-09-0901) ..................................................................................... 205 Administration Program Expenses (000-09-0901-0013) ........................................................ 206 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 206 (50026) Printing ($8,000) ................................................................................................... 207 (50028) Mileage reimbursement ($52) ............................................................................... 207 (50030) Rentals ($5,000) .................................................................................................... 207 (50032) Publications and Membership ($1,664) ................................................................ 207 (50034) Training & Professional Development ($2,397) ................................................... 207 (50040) Civic Expenses ($26,000) ..................................................................................... 208 (50046) Other Contract Services ($24,000) ........................................................................ 208 (50056) Uniforms ($1,000) ................................................................................................. 208 (50068) Operating materials and supplies ($1,500) ............................................................ 208 Business Expansion Attraction & Retention (BEAR) Program (09-0901-0038) ................... 209 BEAR Program Expenses (000-09-0901-0038) ..................................................................... 210 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 210 (50026) Printing ($1,250) ................................................................................................... 210 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($1,022) ......................................................................... 210 (50032) Publications & Membership ($1,035) ................................................................... 210 -- 24 of 339 -- 24 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($8,500) ................................................ 210 (50046) Other Contract Services ($105,000) ...................................................................... 211 (50050) Other Services & Charges ($1,000) ...................................................................... 211 (50068) Operating Material and Supplies ($2,000) ............................................................ 211 Planning & Zoning Bureau (000-09-0902) ............................................................................. 212 Community Planning Program Expenses (000-09-0902-0039) .............................................. 213 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 213 (50026) Printing ($17,500) ................................................................................................. 214 (50028) Mileage reimbursement ($800) ............................................................................. 214 (50030) Rentals ($2,000) .................................................................................................... 214 (50032) Publications and Membership ($7,425) ................................................................ 214 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($14,068) .............................................. 214 (50046) Other Contract Services ($191,000) ...................................................................... 215 (50050) Other Services and Charges ($99,050) .................................................................. 215 (50054) Repairs & Maintenance ($500) ............................................................................. 215 (50056) Uniforms ($1,500) ................................................................................................. 215 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($6,000)........................................................... 215 (50090) Refunds ($3,000) ................................................................................................... 215 Building Standards & Safety Bureau (000-09-0903).............................................................. 216 Presale Program (000-09-0903-0045)..................................................................................... 216 Presale Program Expenses (000-09-0903-0045) .................................................................... 216 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 216 (50032) Publications and Memberships ($435) .................................................................. 216 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($760) ................................................... 216 (50054) Repairs and Maintenance ($500)........................................................................... 217 -- 25 of 339 -- 25 (50056) Uniforms ($840) .................................................................................................... 217 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($300).............................................................. 217 Community Housing Healthy Home Program (000-09-0903-0081) ...................................... 218 Community Housing Healthy Home Program Expenses (000-09-0903-0081) ...................... 219 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 219 (50026) Printing ($600) ...................................................................................................... 219 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($500) ............................................................................ 219 (50031) Software ($1,200) .................................................................................................. 219 (50034) Training & Professional Develop ($9,000) ........................................................... 219 (50046) Other Contract Services ($794,250) ...................................................................... 220 (50050) Other Services & Charges ($1,000) ...................................................................... 220 (50068) Operating Materials & Supplies ($5,500) ............................................................. 220 Community Housing -Lead Program (000-09-0903-0086) .................................................... 221 Community Housing – Lead Program Expenses (000-09-0903-0086) .................................. 221 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 221 (50026) Printing ($600) ...................................................................................................... 221 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($500) ............................................................................ 221 (50031) Other Contract Services ($800) ............................................................................. 221 (50032) Publications and Memberships ($1,200) ............................................................... 221 (50034) Training & Professional Develop ($18,450) ......................................................... 221 (50046) Other Contract Services ($1,462,550) ................................................................... 222 (50050) Other Services & Charges ($1,600) ...................................................................... 222 (50054) Repairs & Maintenance ($1,000) .......................................................................... 222 (50056) Uniforms ($1,850) ................................................................................................. 222 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($13,890)......................................................... 222 -- 26 of 339 -- 26 Health Bureau (000-09-0908) ................................................................................................. 224 Administration Program (000-09-0908-0013) ........................................................................ 224 Administration Program Expenses (000-09-0908-0013) ........................................................ 225 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 225 (50024) Postage and Shipping ($250)................................................................................. 226 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($350) ............................................................................ 226 (50030) Rentals ($72,068) .................................................................................................. 226 (50032) Publications and Membership ($1,865) ................................................................ 226 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($4,000) ................................................ 226 (50042) Repairs and Maintenance ($4,650)........................................................................ 226 (50046) Other Contract Services ($10,695) ........................................................................ 226 (50050) Other Services and Charges ($670) ....................................................................... 226 (50054) Repairs and Maintenance Supplies ($2,000) ......................................................... 227 (50056) Uniforms ($3,000) ................................................................................................. 227 (50062) Fuels, Oils & Lubricants ($300) ............................................................................ 227 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($3,000)........................................................... 227 (50072) Equipment Expenses ($3,000)............................................................................... 227 Injury Prevention Program (000-09-0908-0046) .................................................................... 228 Injury Prevention Program Expenses (000-09-0908-0046) .................................................... 229 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 229 (50028) Mileage ($1,000) ................................................................................................... 230 (50031) Software ($600) ..................................................................................................... 230 (50032) Publications and Memberships ($650) .................................................................. 230 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($5,680) ................................................ 230 (50046) Other Contract Services ($5,000) .......................................................................... 230 -- 27 of 339 -- 27 (50050) Other Services and Charges ($15,000) .................................................................. 230 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($31,193)......................................................... 230 (50072) Equipment ($2,000) ............................................................................................... 230 Nutrition & Physical Activity Program (000-09-0908-0047)................................................. 231 Nutrition & Physical Activity Program Expenses (000-09-0908-0047)................................. 232 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 232 (50024) Postage and Shipping ($500)................................................................................. 233 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($200) ............................................................................ 233 (50031) Software ($5,485) .................................................................................................. 233 (50032) Publications and Memberships ($750) .................................................................. 233 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($1,500) ................................................ 233 (50050) Other Services and Charges ($500) ....................................................................... 233 (50054) Repairs & Maintenance Supplies ($1,000) ........................................................... 233 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($12,500)......................................................... 234 Communicable Disease Program (000-09-0908-0048) .......................................................... 235 Communicable Disease Program Expenses (000-09-0908-0048) .......................................... 237 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 237 (50026) Printing ($500) ...................................................................................................... 237 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($500) ............................................................................ 237 (50032) Publications and Memberships ($1,400) ............................................................... 237 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($3,500) ................................................ 238 (50040) Civic Expenses (500) ............................................................................................ 238 (50042) Repairs and Maintenance ($1,000)........................................................................ 238 (50046) Other Contract Services ($30,000) ........................................................................ 238 (50066) Chemicals ($3,000) ............................................................................................... 238 -- 28 of 339 -- 28 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($40,000)......................................................... 238 Child & Family Health Services Program (000-09-0908-0049)............................................. 239 Child & Family Health Services Program Expenses (000-09-0908-0049) ............................ 241 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 241 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($500) ............................................................................ 241 (50032) Publications & Memberships ($1,950).................................................................. 241 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($5,700) ................................................ 241 (50042) Repairs and Maintenance ($50)............................................................................. 242 (50050) Other Services and Charges ($250) ....................................................................... 242 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($12,000)......................................................... 242 (50072) Equipment ($3,095) ............................................................................................... 242 Food Service Sanitation Program (000-09-0908-0050).......................................................... 243 Food Service Sanitation Program Expenses (000-09-0908-0050).......................................... 245 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 245 (50032) Publications and Memberships ($380) .................................................................. 245 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($700) ................................................... 246 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($5,500)........................................................... 246 (90) Refunds ($600) ............................................................................................................ 246 Environmental Protection/Control Program (000-09-0908-0051).......................................... 247 Environmental Protection/Control Program Expenses (000-09-0908-0051) ......................... 249 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 249 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($100) ............................................................................ 249 (50032) Publications and Memberships ($300) .................................................................. 249 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($6,260) ................................................ 249 (50042) Repairs and Maintenance ($900)........................................................................... 250 -- 29 of 339 -- 29 (50046) Other Contract Services ($400) ............................................................................. 250 (50056) Uniforms ($2,100) ................................................................................................. 250 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($725).............................................................. 250 (50072) Equipment ($750) .................................................................................................. 250 Institution Sanitation & Safety Program (000-09-0908-0052) ............................................... 251 Institution Sanitation & Safety Program Expenses (000-09-0908-0052) ............................... 252 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 252 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($700) ................................................... 253 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($1,440)........................................................... 253 AIDS Prevention Program (000-09-0908-0053) .................................................................... 254 AIDS Prevention Program Expenses (000-09-0908-0053) .................................................... 255 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 255 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($250) ............................................................................ 255 (50032) Publications and Memberships ($1,500) ............................................................... 256 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($5,000) ................................................ 256 (50046) Other Contract Services ($150) ............................................................................. 256 (50050) Other Services and Charges ($500) ....................................................................... 256 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($14,000)......................................................... 256 (50072) Equipment ($4,000) ............................................................................................... 257 Maternal Child Health Program (000-09-0908-0055) ............................................................ 257 Maternal Child Health Program Expenses (000-09-0908-0055) ............................................ 259 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 259 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($600) ............................................................................ 259 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($8,000) ................................................ 259 (50046) Other Contract Services ($6,000) .......................................................................... 260 -- 30 of 339 -- 30 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($13,500)......................................................... 260 (50072) Equipment ($1,000) ............................................................................................... 260 Immunization Program (000-09-0908-0056) .......................................................................... 261 Immunization Program Expenses (000-09-0908-0056).......................................................... 262 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 262 (50008) Longevity Wages ($970) ........................................................................................... 262 (50022) Telephone ($1,000) ............................................................................................... 262 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($500) ............................................................................ 262 (50030) Rentals ($500) ....................................................................................................... 263 (50031) Software ($2,460) .................................................................................................. 263 (50032) Publications and Memberships ($1,500) ............................................................... 263 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($2,000) ................................................ 263 (50042) Repairs and Maintenance ($2,000)........................................................................ 263 (50046) Other Contract Services ($20,000) ........................................................................ 263 (50050) Other Services and Charges ($1,000) .................................................................... 263 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($12,500)......................................................... 263 (50072) Equipment ($10,000) ............................................................................................. 263 Public Health Emergency Preparedness Program (000-09-0908-0057) ................................. 264 Public Health Emergency Preparedness Program Expenses (000-09-0908-0057) ................. 266 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 266 (50024) Postage and Shipping ($20,000)............................................................................ 267 (50026) Printing ($2,000) ................................................................................................... 267 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($500) ............................................................................ 267 (50030) Rentals ($17,500) .................................................................................................. 267 (50031) Software ($25,000) ................................................................................................ 267 -- 31 of 339 -- 31 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($10,000) .............................................. 268 (50042) Repairs & Maintenance ($20,000) ........................................................................ 268 (50046) Other Contract Services ($20,000) ........................................................................ 268 (50050) Other Services and Charges ($60,000) .................................................................. 268 (50056) Uniforms ($5,000) ................................................................................................. 268 (50062) Fuels, Oils & Lubricants ($1,000) ......................................................................... 269 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($62,000)......................................................... 269 (50072) Equipment ($25,000) ............................................................................................. 269 Unhoused Coordination Services Program (000-09-0908-0091) ........................................... 270 Unhoused Coordination Services Program Expenses (000-09-0908-0091) ........................... 271 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 271 (50030) Rentals ($1,500) .................................................................................................... 271 (50031) Software ($10,000) ................................................................................................ 271 (50034) Training & Prof Development ($7,110) ................................................................ 271 (50046) Other Contract Services ($15,000) ........................................................................ 271 Liquid Fuels Fund (004) ............................................................................................................. 272 Public Works Department (004-03) ........................................................................................ 272 Liquid Fuels Bureau (004-03-4741) ....................................................................................... 272 Maintenance & Resurfacing Program Expenses (004-03-4741-0058) ................................... 272 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 272 (50030) Rentals ($179,468) ................................................................................................ 272 (50054) Repairs & Maintenance Supplies ($385,000) ....................................................... 273 (50066) Chemicals ($380,320) ........................................................................................... 273 (50073) Equipment Over $5,000 ($85,000) ........................................................................ 273 (50088) Interfund Transfers ($62,405) ............................................................................... 273 -- 32 of 339 -- 32 Trexler Memorial Fund (006) ..................................................................................................... 274 Parks & Recreation Bureau (006-08) ...................................................................................... 274 Trexler Memorial Park Bureau (006-08-6761) ....................................................................... 274 Grounds Maintenance Program Expenses (006-08-6761-0031)............................................. 274 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 274 (50030) Rentals ($8,200) .................................................................................................... 274 (50032) Publications & Memberships ($775)..................................................................... 275 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($12,000) .............................................. 275 (50042) Repairs and Maintenance ($4,500)........................................................................ 275 (50054) Repairs and Maintenance Supplies ($30,000) ....................................................... 275 (50066) Chemicals ($12,000) ............................................................................................. 276 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($38,500)......................................................... 276 (50084) Capital Fund Contribution ($540,000) .................................................................. 277 Springwood Trust Program Expenses (006-08-6761-0075) ................................................... 277 (50046) Other Contract Services ($25,000) ........................................................................ 277 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($5,000)........................................................... 277 Lease/Administrative Order Fund (080) ..................................................................................... 278 Finance Department (080-02) ................................................................................................. 278 Finance Bureau (080-02-8000) ............................................................................................... 278 A.O. Special Revenue Program Expenses (080-02-8000-0060) ............................................ 278 (50044) Legal Services ($1,780)......................................................................................... 278 (50082) Interest Expense ($223,240) .................................................................................. 278 (50088) Interfund Transfers ($250,000) ............................................................................. 278 (50098) Debt Principal ($643,000) ..................................................................................... 278 Risk Fund (081) ...................................................................................................................... 279 -- 33 of 339 -- 33 Human Resources Department (081-06) ................................................................................ 279 Risk Management Bureau (081-06-8001) .............................................................................. 279 Risk Property and Casualty Program Expenses (081-06-8001-0061) .................................... 280 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 280 (50026) Printing ($780) ...................................................................................................... 280 (50030) Rentals ($1,800) .................................................................................................... 280 (50032) Publications and Memberships ($1,500) ............................................................... 280 (50036) Insurance- Property and Casualty ($850,000) ....................................................... 280 (50044) Legal Services ($550,000)..................................................................................... 285 (50046) Other Contract Services ($261,000) ...................................................................... 285 (50050) Other Services and Charges ($5,000) .................................................................... 286 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($20,000)......................................................... 286 (50072) Equipment ($10,000) ............................................................................................. 286 (50080) Self-Insured Losses ($100,000)............................................................................. 286 (50081) Property Losses ($150,000)................................................................................... 286 (50085) Auto Losses ($150,000) ........................................................................................ 286 (50086) General City Charges ($257,191).......................................................................... 286 (50087) Professional Losses ($1,100,000).......................................................................... 286 Worker’s Compensation Program Expenses (081-06-8001-0062) ......................................... 287 (50032) Publications and Membership ($2,000) ................................................................ 287 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($2,500) ................................................ 287 (50036) Insurance- Property and Casualty ($172,000) ....................................................... 287 (50038) Insurance- Other Employee ($25,000) .................................................................. 288 (50046) Other Contract Services ($72,000) ........................................................................ 288 (50072) Equipment ($7,000) ............................................................................................... 288 -- 34 of 339 -- 34 (50080) Self-Insured Losses- Worker’s Comp ($600,000) ................................................ 288 Employee Health Benefits Program Expenses (081-06-8001-0063) ...................................... 289 (50037) Insurance- Dental, Life, Drug ($28,196,000) ........................................................ 289 (50046) - Broker Fee for Insurance and Healthcare Services ($160,000) .......................... 289 (50053) Risk Fund - Wellness ($10,000)............................................................................ 289 Debt Service Fund (082) ............................................................................................................. 290 Finance Department (082-02) ................................................................................................. 290 Debt Service Bureau (082-02-8002) ....................................................................................... 290 Debt Service Program Expenses (082-02-8002-0064) ........................................................... 290 (50082) Interest Expense ($4,361,906) ................................................................................... 290 (50098) Debt Principal ($4,004,307) ...................................................................................... 290 Equipment Fund (083) ................................................................................................................ 291 Public Works Department (083-03) ........................................................................................ 291 Equipment Replacement Bureau (083-03-8003) .................................................................... 291 Rolling Stock Program (083-03-8003-0065) .......................................................................... 291 Rolling Stock Program Expenses (083-03-8003-0065) .......................................................... 291 Solid Waste Fund (085) .............................................................................................................. 294 Public Works Department (085-03) ........................................................................................ 294 Recycling & Solid Waste Bureau (085-03-8005) ................................................................... 294 Collection/Disposal/Recycling Program Expenses (085-03-8005-0067) ............................... 295 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 295 (50020) Power ($13,440) .................................................................................................... 295 (50022) Telephone ($1,080) ............................................................................................... 295 (50024) Postage and Shipping ($29,800)............................................................................ 296 (50026) Printing ($10,200) ................................................................................................. 296 -- 35 of 339 -- 35 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($2,050) ......................................................................... 296 (50030) Rentals ($154,469) ................................................................................................ 296 (50031) Software ($14,372) ................................................................................................ 296 (50032) Publications and Memberships ($2,780) ............................................................... 296 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($11,550) .............................................. 296 (50040) Civic Expenses ($50) ............................................................................................ 297 (50042) Repairs and Maintenance ($28,660)...................................................................... 297 (50046) Other Contracted Services ($21,158,179) ............................................................. 297 (50050) Other Services and Charges ($23,025) .................................................................. 298 (50054) Repairs and Maintenance Supplies ($41,600) ....................................................... 299 (50056) Uniforms ($10,928) ............................................................................................... 299 (50062) Fuels, Oils and Lubricants ($127,000) .................................................................. 299 (50066) Chemicals ($1,260) ............................................................................................... 299 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($26,650)......................................................... 299 (50072) Equipment ($172,460) ........................................................................................... 300 (50073) Equipment Over $5,000 ($30,000) ........................................................................ 300 (50086) General City Charges ($1,357,011) (50088) Interfund Transfers ($152,281) ..... 300 (50090) Refunds ($115,000) ............................................................................................... 300 SWEEP Program Expenses (085-03-8005-0068) ................................................................... 301 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 301 (50026) Printing ($1,925) ................................................................................................... 301 (50031) Software ($1,512) .................................................................................................. 301 (50046) Other Contracted Services ($35,000) .................................................................... 301 (50050) Other Services and Charges ($3,400) .................................................................... 301 (50056) Uniforms ($2,500) ................................................................................................. 301 -- 36 of 339 -- 36 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($250).............................................................. 301 (50073) Equipment Over $5,000 ($30,000) ........................................................................ 301 (50090) Refunds ($1,000) ................................................................................................... 302 Street Cleaning Program Expenses (085-03-8005-0069) ....................................................... 302 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 302 (50026) Printing ($8,250) ................................................................................................... 302 (50031) Software ($8,261) .................................................................................................. 302 (50032) Publications and Memberships ($585) .................................................................. 302 (50042) Repairs and Maintenance ($2,700)........................................................................ 302 (50046) Other Contracted Services ($23,500) .................................................................... 302 (50050) Other Services and Charges ($200) ....................................................................... 302 (50056) Uniforms ($8,080) ................................................................................................. 303 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($3,000)........................................................... 303 Animal Control Program Expenses (085-03-8005-0070) ....................................................... 303 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 303 (50031) Software ($4,075) .................................................................................................. 303 (50046) Other Contracted Services ($328,124) .................................................................. 303 (50047) Dog Licenses ($6,000) .......................................................................................... 304 (50056) Uniforms ($693) .................................................................................................... 304 Stormwater Fund (086) ........................................................................................................... 305 Public Works Department (086-03) ........................................................................................ 305 Stormwater Bureau (086-03-0815) ......................................................................................... 305 Regulatory Compliance Program Expenses (086-03-0815-0071) .......................................... 305 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 305 (50026) Printing ($4,950) ................................................................................................... 306 -- 37 of 339 -- 37 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($100) ............................................................................ 306 (50032) Publications and Memberships ($1,060) ............................................................... 306 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($9,330) ................................................ 306 (50044) Legal Services ($96,800)....................................................................................... 306 (50046) Other Contracted Services ($293,000) .................................................................. 307 (50050) Other Services and Charges ($7,700) .................................................................... 307 (50054) Repairs and Maintenance Supplies ($5,380) ......................................................... 307 (50056) Uniforms ($1,444) ................................................................................................. 307 (50066) Chemicals ($4,123) ............................................................................................... 308 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($12,886)......................................................... 308 (50072) Equipment ($4,095) ............................................................................................... 308 (50073) Equipment Over $5,000 ($7,525) .......................................................................... 308 (50086) General City Charges ($698,400).......................................................................... 309 (50088) Interfund Transfers ($141,532) ............................................................................. 309 (50090) Refunds ($34,800) ................................................................................................. 309 Stormwater Maintenance Program Expenses (086-03-0815-0072) ........................................ 309 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 309 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($75) .............................................................................. 310 (50030) Rentals ($94,734) .................................................................................................. 310 (50031) Software ($11,871) ................................................................................................ 310 (50032) Publications and Membership ($985) ................................................................... 310 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($21,815) .............................................. 310 (50042) Repairs and Maintenance ($4,000)........................................................................ 310 (50046) Other Contracted Services ($23,587) .................................................................... 311 (50054) Repairs and Maintenance Supplies ($150,550) ..................................................... 311 -- 38 of 339 -- 38 (50056) Uniforms ($14,240) ............................................................................................... 311 (50062) Fuels, Oils & Lubricants ($80,000) ....................................................................... 312 (50066) Chemicals ($4,200) ............................................................................................... 312 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($25,650)......................................................... 312 Golf Fund (091) .......................................................................................................................... 313 Parks & Recreation Department (091-08) .............................................................................. 313 Municipal Golf Course Bureau (091-08-9001)....................................................................... 313 Golf Administration Program Expenses (091-08-9001-0013) ............................................... 314 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 314 (50006) Premium Pay ($2,500)........................................................................................... 314 (50022) Telephone ($250) .................................................................................................. 314 (50026) Printing ($9,900) ................................................................................................... 314 (50031) Software ($10,000) ................................................................................................ 314 (50032) Publications and Memberships ($1,350) ............................................................... 315 (50042) Repairs and Maintenance ($12,800)...................................................................... 315 (50046) Other Contract Services ($37,300) ........................................................................ 315 (50050) Other Services ($79,200)....................................................................................... 315 (50054) Repair and Maintenance Supplies ($4,500) .......................................................... 315 (50056) Uniforms ($3,500) ................................................................................................. 315 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($33,250)......................................................... 316 (50070) Pro Shop Inventory ($96,000) ............................................................................... 316 (50072) Equipment ($9,000) ............................................................................................... 316 (50086) General City Charges ($382,964).......................................................................... 316 (50088) Interfund transfers ($21,140)................................................................................. 316 Golf Grounds Maintenance Program Expenses (091-08-9001-0031) .................................... 317 -- 39 of 339 -- 39 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 317 (50022) Telephone ($1,150) ............................................................................................... 317 (50030) Rentals ($242,711) ................................................................................................ 317 (50031) Software ($9,938) .................................................................................................. 318 (50032) Publications and Membership ($4,620) ................................................................ 318 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($8,500) ................................................ 318 (50042) Repairs and Maintenance ($27,000)...................................................................... 319 (50046) Other Contract Services ($10,762) ........................................................................ 319 (50050) Other Services ($142)............................................................................................ 319 (50054) Repairs and Maintenance Supplies ($42,000) ....................................................... 319 (50056) Uniforms ($2,500) ................................................................................................. 319 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($63,345)......................................................... 320 (50073) Equipment Over $5,000 ($60,000) ........................................................................ 321 Golf Capital Improvements Program Expenses (091-08-9001-0073) .................................... 321 (50046) Other Contract Services ($400,000) ...................................................................... 321 Housing Fund (100) .................................................................................................................... 322 CED Department (100-09)...................................................................................................... 322 CED Director Bureau (100-09-0901) ..................................................................................... 322 Rental Unit Fund (105) ............................................................................................................... 323 CED Department (105-09)...................................................................................................... 323 Building Standards & Safety Bureau (105-09-0903).............................................................. 323 Rental Unit Inspection Program Expenses (105-09-0903-0044) ............................................ 324 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 324 (50026) Printing ($2,400) ................................................................................................... 324 (50031) Software ($5,200) .................................................................................................. 324 -- 40 of 339 -- 40 (50032) Publications and Membership ($1,205) ................................................................ 324 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($3,075) ................................................ 324 (50046) Other Contract Services ($24,000) ........................................................................ 324 (50050) Other Services & Charges ($16,050) .................................................................... 324 (50054) Repairs & Maintenance ($1,500) .......................................................................... 325 (50056) Uniforms ($4,040) ................................................................................................. 325 (50062) Fuels ($30,000)...................................................................................................... 325 (50068) Operating and Supplies ($2,000) ........................................................................... 325 (50086) General City Charges ($383,456).......................................................................... 325 (50088) Interfund Transfers ($81,515) ............................................................................... 325 (50090) Refunds ($2,000) ................................................................................................... 325 Building Code Fund (115) ...................................................................................................... 326 CED Department (115-09)...................................................................................................... 326 Building Standards & Safety Bureau (115-09-0903).............................................................. 326 Building, Plumbing Electrical Enforcement Program Expenses (115-09-0903-0042) .......... 326 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 326 (50026) Printing ($1,650) ................................................................................................... 327 (50030) Rentals ($2,200) .................................................................................................... 327 (50031) Software ($2,240) .................................................................................................. 327 (50032) Publications and Memberships ($ 5,565) .............................................................. 327 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($14,100) .............................................. 327 (50042) Repairs & Maintenance ($500) ............................................................................. 327 (50046) Other Contract Services ($329,000) ...................................................................... 327 (50050) Other Services and Charges ($4,854) .................................................................... 328 (50054) Repairs and Maintenance ($500)........................................................................... 328 -- 41 of 339 -- 41 (50056) Uniforms ($2,680) ................................................................................................. 328 (50062) Fuels, Oils & Lubricants ($20,000) ....................................................................... 328 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($1,500)........................................................... 329 (50072) Equipment ($280) .................................................................................................. 329 (50086) General City Charges ($682,233).......................................................................... 329 (50088) Interfund Transfers ($60,196) ............................................................................... 329 (50090) Refunds ($2,000) ................................................................................................... 329 Federal Grants ............................................................................................................................. 330 Grant Fund (005)..................................................................................................................... 330 Planning and Zoning Bureau, Recompete Program (005-09-0902-0089) .............................. 330 Recompete Program Expenses (005-09-0902-0089) .............................................................. 331 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 332 (50034) Training & Professional Development ($3,250) ................................................... 332 (50046) Other Contract Services ($6,275,000) ................................................................... 332 Health Bureau, Recompete Program (005-09-0908-0089) ..................................................... 333 Recompete Program Expenses (005-09-0908-0089) .............................................................. 333 Personnel Expenses ............................................................................................................. 333 Housing & Urban Development Fund (700) .......................................................................... 334 Capital Projects Fund (001) ........................................................................................................ 337 Five Year Plan............................................................................................................................. 338 -- 42 of 339 -- 42 General Fund Revenues (000) (000-42900 & 000-42906) Earned Income Tax ($4,600,000 + $43,000,000 = $47,600,000) The imposition of earned income tax (EIT) is authorized by the Local Tax Enabling Act of Dec. 31, 1965, P.L. 1257, No. 511, (LTEA). The tax is measured by the amount of Medicare/State wages and net profits of residents and non-residents working in the City, largely without any deduction therefrom. More than 95% of City EIT is collected and remitted by the payroll of wage earners’ employers at the site of employment. The employer remits the withholdings to the tax collector in their host jurisdiction, which, in turn, must distribute it to the wage earner’s residence municipality. The tax is levied under §570-45 et seq. of the City’s taxation code. In response to significant breakdown in this process, the General Assembly passed the Act of July 2, 2008, P.L. 197, No. 32 (Act 32), which, among other things, created Chapter 5 of the LTEA (53 P.S. §6924.501517). This section required all jurisdictions levying EIT to contract a single tax collector at the County level, which would collect and administer the distribution process for all taxing authorities in the County. The Tax Collection District relevant to the City is coextensive with Lehigh County. The tax collector for the district is Berkheimer Tax Innovations, Inc. (Berkheimer). Notwithstanding the rate of EIT taxation being capped at 1% in the LTEA, this restriction does not apply to Home Rule Municipalities with respect to taxation on its residents (53 Pa. C.S. §2962(b)). The rate of EIT on Allentown residents is 1.975%. Notwithstanding the rate of EIT taxation being capped at 1% in the LTEA, and the restriction in the Home Rule Charter and Optional Plans Law, 53 Pa. C.S. §§2901-2983, from raising rates above statutory limits for non-residents, nevertheless, the Municipal Pension Plan Funding Standard and Recovery Act of Dec. 18, 1984, P.L. 1005, No. 205 (Act 205), in 53 P.S. §895.607(f), permits a distressed pension system in the Commonwealth to raise its EIT rates above statutory limits to meet its minimum municipal obligation, or to pay debt service on pension obligation bonds. The rate of EIT on Allentown non-residents is 1.28%. In the case of non-residents, 1% is distributed back to the non-resident’s resident/home taxing jurisdiction, and the City keeps 0.28%. The Allentown School District receives 0.5% of the resident collection. Act 32 requires employers to remit the EIT withholdings quarterly. As a result, the revenue is not spread evenly over the course of the year. The City receives the withholdings from earnings -- 43 of 339 -- 43 collected within the Tax Collection District in the 4th quarter of a given year in February of the subsequent year, the 1st quarter in May, the second quarter in August, and the 3rd quarter in November. In March, June, September, and December, the City receives the collections withheld in non-Lehigh County Tax Collection Districts that remit the tax distributions from Allentown resident earnings back to Berkheimer, which is then remitted to the City. Based on the YTD performance of EIT revenue, we anticipate that the collections will end the year to be roughly in line with our anticipated projection. (000-42901) Current Year City Real Estate (CRE) Tax ($40,681,514) The City levies property taxes for general revenue purposes on all taxable real estate located within its borders. The bifurcated rate taxes land at 24.4705 mills, and 4.5293 mills for buildings and improvements. We anticipate the taxable assessment in January of 2026 for land will be $800,698,200 and for buildings $4,780,682,400. We arrived at the estimated assessment values by applying the county’s assessment information with available construction data that has an expected completion date of 2025 or 2026. All taxes paid in full by April 5 are subject to a 2% discount; after July 15, a 10% penalty is assessed. There are also numerous interim reassessments throughout the year. About 3.0% of taxpayers do not pay the CRE in the current year. Considering all these factors, the City expects to collect 97% of the amount billed. The average collection rate of the prior two complete years was 97.11%. We expect that high recovery rate to be sustained in 2026. (000-42903) Prior Year City Real Estate Taxes ($1,050,000) Approximately 3% of taxpayers do not pay CRE during the current year. As of December 31, 2024, $652,535 was receivable at the tax claim bureau for unpaid CRE Taxes and Penalties for the years 2013 through 2023. The City forwarded $1,402,069 in 2024 delinquencies in 2025, making the total accounts receivable (AR) in 2025 $2,054,604. The Bureau expects to recover 52% of these outstanding claims in 2025, or $1,075,000. This leaves $979,600 in 2013-2024 delinquent AR. We expect to add $1,275,000 in delinquent collections in January of 2025, making the possible AR $2,254,600. If we expect to collect 50% of this in 2026, that makes our revenue estimate $1,000,000. -- 44 of 339 -- 44 (000-42905) Local Services Tax ($1,840,000) The Local Services Tax (LST) is a tax on the privilege of engaging in an occupation in the City. The LST replaced the former Occupational Privilege Tax (OPT) and Emergency and Municipal Services Tax (EMST) in the Act of Oct. 15, 2008, P.L. 1615, No. 130. The Act required that if an LST should exceed $10 per year, it must be assessed on a pro rata share of the tax in each payroll period and allowed for an exemption for income under $12,000 in the aggregate, and for taxes paid to a previous employer during the tax year. See 53 P.S. §6294.301.1(f)(9). The tax is levied under §570-31 et seq. of the City’s taxation code. The City’s Local Services Tax is assessed at a rate of $1 per week, $52 per year. The tax is collected at the site of the taxpayer’s place of employment. (000-42907) Deed Transfer Tax ($3,100,000) The Local Tax Enabling Act of Dec. 31, 1965, P.L. 1257, No. 511 (LTEA) specifically authorizes local tax levies “upon the transfer of real property” (53 P.S. §6924.301.1). 72 P.S. §8101-D of the Tax Reform Code of 1971 also specifically authorizes the levy of such a tax by political subdivisions. The Recorder of Deeds of each county is the collection and disbursement agent for Deed Transfer Taxes (DTT) throughout the Commonwealth. This agent is directed to pay the tax to the taxing authorities within 30 days of stamping the document. The DTT rate for properties conveyed in the City is 2% on the documented value of the real estate at the time of the transactions, with 1% payable to the PA Department of Revenue, 0.5% paid to the City of Allentown, and 0.5% paid to the Allentown School District. The DTT is levied under §570-10 et seq. of the City’s taxation code. There are a host of exemptions to the DTT outlined in the LTEA, §301.1(f)(1). In 2026, the City expects to collect $2,700,000. We have opted for a conservative budget approach for this account due to the various factors influencing the housing market. Economic growth and fluctuations in interest rates play a crucial role in mortgage affordability. Given the anticipation of a decline in interest rates in the upcoming months, we expect this to positively affect the housing market in the City. (000-42909) Business Privilege Tax (BPT) ($13,072,000) Historically, Business Privilege Tax was non-specifically authorized by the Act of December 31, 1965, P.L. 1257, No. 511, known as the Local Tax Enabling Act (“LTEA” or “Act 511”). In 1988, the legislature enacted the "Local Tax Reform Act," of December 13, 1988, P.L. 1121, No. -- 45 of 339 -- 45 145. Section 533 of that Act, 72 P.S. §4750.533, prohibited municipalities from levying new business privilege taxes on the gross receipts of businesses after November 30, 1988; however, it preserved the business privilege taxes which municipalities had already enacted, but capped their rates to those which were in effect on that date. In response to the decision in V.L. Rendina v. City of Harrisburg, 938 A.2d 988, 995 (Pa. 2007), the General Assembly passed the Act of May 6, 2014, P.L. 642, No. 42 (Act 42), which was codified in the LTEA in 53 P.S. §6294.301.1(a.1)(1). The purpose of the Act was to restrict local taxing authorities from levying Business Privilege Tax on both the privilege of maintaining a base of operations, and the privilege of engaging in transactions in the taxing jurisdiction, in accordance with the distinction made clear in Rendina. The City taxes transactions within its jurisdiction, irrespective of the base of operations. Effective January 1, 2021, the City issued new regulations, including guidance on paying tax on gains from the sale of assets (taxed at the retail rate), and establishing an Economic Nexus for remote transactions without physical presence. The BPT rates are: Rental: 0.0030 Service: 0.0030 Retail: 0.0015 Wholesale: 0.0010 Analyses of BPT collections break down into on-time, voluntary remittances (“on-time”), and involuntary collections from audits and enforcement on non-payment (“delinquent or deficiency collections”). The current revenue estimate for 2026 BPT depends on the sales made and services rendered by in-city, including the Neighborhood Improvement Zone (NIZ), out-of-city (with substantial in-city presence), and rental gross volume in 2025. We believe we will continue to see a rise in rental receipts; we estimate roughly $1,773,900 in tax paid on rental transactions. A 3.5% increase over the prior year. We estimate Retail and Service receipts will increase by 3.0%, totaling $2,993,335 and $7,069,185, respectively. Created by state law in 2011, the Neighborhood Improvement Zone (NIZ) is a special taxing district consisting of approximately 128 acres in the Downtown Allentown and Waterfront area, that encourages development and revitalization. Taxes, including BPT, generated from these areas are used to pay debt service to the developers for any improvements within the NIZ. We expect the NIZ to generate roughly $2,500,000 in BPT receipts. As per legislation, these receipts get redistributed back to the developers. Adding all categories of classifications for estimated 2025 BPT collection plus our estimate of $1,400,000 from prior year assessments, our total BPT -- 46 of 339 -- 46 collection for 2026 is estimated to be $13,072`,000. Removing $2,500,000 of NIZ BPT, our 2026 Business Privilege Tax revenue estimate is $10,600,00. (000-42911) Per Cap Tax (Prior Year) ($5,000) (000-42913) Business License Fees (BL) ($430,000) Chapter 196 of City of Allentown’s ordinance code requires all persons, partnerships, or corporations trading for profit within the City to obtain an annual Business License in the amount of $35.00 per year. Business Licenses are valid for one calendar year and expire on December 31. Renewal invoices are issued in November, and they carry a January 1 due date. The City expects to bill approximately 13,000 2025 BL renewals, totaling $455,000. General ledger data suggests that roughly 52% of the invoices are paid in November and December ($236,000); however, this number also includes prior outstanding license years and is not strictly limited to 2026 BL renewals. Even though we continue to collect prior outstanding BL fees, our statistics are leveraged against 2026’s estimated BL AR. Historically, 15% of BL renewals go unpaid each year. Using 2026’s estimated BL AR as our baseline, we have found that 40% of 2026’s AR ($182,000) will be paid in the 2026 calendar year. Again, this number includes BL fees outside of the 2026 invoice. We must also account for new business applications that register in 2026. Based on prior years, we can expect to open around 500 new in-city business accounts in 2026, accounting for $17,500 in additional revenue. Adding those to what we expect to collect in November and December for the 2026 calendar year BL our revenue estimation for BL’s in 2026 is $430,000. -- 47 of 339 -- 47 (000-42914) Liquor License Revenue ($40,000) (000-42924) Zoning Permits and Fees ($280,000) (000-42926) Health Bureau Permits/Licenses ($260,000) Food and Child Care Fees FOOD FACILITY FEES CHILD CARE FACILITY FEES Annual License Fees $160,000 Annual Operational Certificate Fees $14,600 Late Fees $7,200 Late Fees $1,400 Conditional Fees $14,400 Conditional Fees $3,000 Plan Review Fees $26,800 Plan Review Fees $1,000 Temporary License Fees $31,600 (000-42928) Fire Department Inspection Fees ($115,000) Inspection fees charged by the fire prevention office. (000-42930) Other Permits & Licenses ($260,000) Engineering Permits & Licenses such as excavation permits, warrants of survey, crossover permits, encroachments, underground and overhead utility permits, etc. (000-42931) CATV Franchise Fees ($700,000) Originally enacted January 22, 1963, in §202(1-16) of the General City Code, the City requires written agreement between the Mayor and the operators of a cable television system for the privilege of providing such services with the City. The City reserves the right to impose a license or franchise fee upon such operations. As amended in 1979 and 1991, the City currently imposes a duty upon the operators of cable television systems in the amount of five percent (5%) of the gross revenues of the television providers. The sum is in consideration of the operator exercising the privilege of using “streets, sidewalks, lanes, avenues, alleys, bridges, and [any other property used to carry out their business].” Cable TV operators pay the franchise fee quarterly in January, April, July & October. The cable TV revenues upon which the franchise fee is based is as follows: “Basic Revenue,” FCC Fees, Pay TV, Pay Per-View, Installation, Miscellaneous, and Other Revenue. We estimate $175,000 per quarter in Cable TV Franchise Revenue. (000-42935) SCA Permits ($1,000) SCA (Small Cell Antenna) Permits are required for the placement of small cell antennas for wireless communication in the right-of-way within the City. The antenna's are used for the purpose of transmitting, receiving, distributing, providing, or accommodating wireless communications services from utilities. -- 48 of 339 -- 48 (000-42937) Presales Inspection ($125,000) The program’s revenue is generated by fees associated with the registration, enforcement, and inspection requirements of owner-occupied properties listed for sale. We anticipate our revenue to remain about the same as last year. (000-43101) Tax Certification Fees ($100,000) The City charges a $30 fee for every tax certification processed by Revenue & Audit clerks. This document certifies everything outstanding and payable to the City of Allentown on a specific parcel of real estate. In 2024, the City collected $101,610 (3,387 certs) in tax cert revenues and is expected to collect roughly $100,000 (3,333 certs) in 2025. Tax Certifications are pulled for property owners looking to refinance their home or prospective buyers looking to purchase a new home. We expect to collect $100,000 which is roughly 3,333 tax certifications processed in 2026. (000-43102) Municipal Certifications ($10,000) (000-43106) Printer / Copier Fees ($75,000) When involved parties or insurance agencies wish to obtain copies of police or accident reports, the City charged $15 for the cost of producing them. In 2025, the City expects to process 5,000 reports. (000-43204) Street Excavations & Restoration ($118,000) Permits to dig any trench or excavation through or under the roadway or sidewalk or to cut into or open and remove any of the pavement surfaces on any Street within the City. Also includes $3,000 for PA1 Call excavation refunds to the City. (000-43205) Warrants of Survey ($10,000) A warrant of Survey is received when fixing the line and grade for setting or resetting of curbing, the laying or relaying of sidewalks, crossovers, and handicap ramps. (000-43208) Towing Agreements ($360,000) Contract # C19-000097 for towing, storage and impounding services for the City of Allentown. This contract is per Towing Bid 2022-47 which commenced on 1/1/2023 and expires 12/31/2025. The annual revenue for the duration is 2023: $ 303,600; 2024: $318,718; 2025: $334,800. A new RFP is pending for fiscal year 2026, the $360,000 represents the minimum amount we expect to receive under the new contract. -- 49 of 339 -- 49 (000-43410) Health Bureau Services ($96,520) STD/TB/MA/Misc/ - $250 miscellaneous clinic services fees Lehigh County Bed Risk Reduction – Provides for safe sleep infant bed risk services $6,270 Lehigh County Drug & Alcohol STD/MCH Education $90,000: Provides for communicable disease and safer sex focused presentations to Lehigh County Drug and Alcohol center program participants. (000-43417) EMS Transit Fees ($7,100,000) Approximately 93% of our operational expenses are recovered through our billing department. The goal of the Bureau of EMS is to become neutral revenue, but at greater than 93% recovery, our bureau remains the only City Emergency Service with a nominal impact on the tax base through revenue generation. Further, Allentown EMS responds to more than 18,500 calls a year. For the last two years, there has been a marked increase of approximately 2-5% per year in call volume with no addition to our staff or resources. Currently Allentown EMS staffs three 24-hour ambulances and two 12- hour ambulances each day. There are many methods to calculate the need for additional resources, but it is important to consider that the NFPA 1710 states that Advanced Life Support (ALS) needs to be on-scene of a call within eight minutes, 90% of the time. We achieve this benchmark with limited impact on neighboring EMS agencies who provide mutual aid support. 2024 Income: $6,431,000 2025 Projected Income: $6,900,000 The 2026 revenue projection is based on current billing and anticipated future billing based on previous years call volume and income. Current trends offer an educated assessment of our future and is the basis for this projection. (000-43418) EMS-Miscellaneous ($45,000) This is where we recoup costs for special event coverage, classes we hold, and miscellaneous sources of revenue. (000-43430) Swimming Pool Fees ($260,000) The 2026 Pool Revenue Assumptions include daily admission, season pass, and concessions sales. • Season pass Sales (resident/Non-Resident Individuals and Families) - $15,000 • Daily Admission Sales (Resident/Non-Resident Individuals at Cedar Mack, & Irving Pools) - $195,000 -- 50 of 339 -- 50 • Concessions Sales (Cedar Mack Pools) - $49,000 (000-43435) Recreation ($85,000) The 2026 Recreation revenue assumption includes pavilion, field and court and band trailer rental fees as well as youth basketball and adult volleyball league registration fees. Reduction in revenue due to band trailer no longer taken out of the city and a change in league registration numbers. (000-43440) Credit Card Fees ($10,000) Credit Card fees received by Recreation from use of their online reservation software. This revenue will offset the expenses budgeted in 000-08-0905-0034-50050. (000-43490) General Fund Service Charges ($3,761,259) General Fund service costs are charged to operating funds outside of the General Fund (GF) to recover the administrative costs of providing services to these funds. For example, employees in the Risk Fund, Solid Waste fund, Rental Unit Fund, Building Code Fund, Golf Fund, and Stormwater fund receive the same HR and IT services as GF employees. But HR and IT costs are borne by the GF. Also, these funds receive significant support from Finance, in the form of accounting, budgeting, and payroll, to name a few. All legal matters arising from non-GF operations are supported by the Solicitor’s Officer, whose cost is also sustained by the GF. (000-43495) Other Charges for Service ($80,000) The City performs various services to properties that are not classified elsewhere. The service charges are billed to property owners through the AR module in Eden. The AR module is a catch-all for miscellaneous billings that do not financially justify their own separate billing module. The primary charges captured in this category are for securing and boarding properties, demolition, clean-up, weed cutting, and junk removal. All these service charges, if unpaid, can be perfected by municipal lien. The City needed a dedicated professional qualified to quantify and manage our AR, and to ensure best practices with billing collection and enforcement. We budgeted for an additional Financial Analyst position in our 2024 budget to assist with this function. Our best estimate for 2025 revenue is $70,000. (000-43497) Police Extra Duty Jobs ($250,000) Extra Duty employment for members of the Allentown Police Department that does not apply to working overtime for City of Allentown. The officers are paid a set rate through police payroll, -- 51 of 339 -- 51 and the vendor is invoiced for the actual time worked plus an administrative fee for each hour worked. For 2025, we estimate 10 different vendors will be requested to work monthly with various times and shifts with approximately 8 vendors who will utilize us for a single job. (000-43999) Prior Year Water & Sewer Claims ($23,000) Due to the City’s lease agreement with Lehigh County Authority (LCA) for the water distribution and sanitary sewer systems, the City issues its final bills to ratepayers in August 2013, after which billing responsibilities transitioned to LCA. Unter the terms of the lease, any water and sewer consumption charges and daily fees accrued prior to the transition remain the City’s accounts receivable (AR). Currently, there are 415 outstanding accounts totaling $237,000 in water and sewer claims, all secured by municipal liens. If these liens are not settled voluntarily, they will be satisfied upon property sales or by execution of final judgments. Based on prior data, we expect to collect 10% of the outstanding AR, totaling $23,000 in 2026. (000-44110) District Court ($200,000) These revenues are for fines and restitution issued by local Magisterial District Courts for summary and traffic offenses. (000-44112) Fines & Restitution ($150,000) Fines and restitution received from Lehigh County Court (000-44113) Allentown Parking Authority Reimbursement ($1,000) (000-45213) 3rd Party Reimbursements ($500) Insurance Payments (Health Bureau)-Services to insured payments (000-45215) Health Categorical Grant ($2,530,483) -- 52 of 339 -- 52 Health-TB Prevention Activities $16,011 Food inspection standardization $18,500 Basic Public health subsidies Act 315/12 $939,520 Promote blood pressure self-care $40,100 Maternal Child Health program activities $268,800 Chronic Disease program $65,000 Immunization program activities $307,617 Emergency Preparedness activities $245,990 HIV Prevention activities $370,000 Lead poisoning prevention activities $41,000 PA immunization coalition activities $5,445 Primary injury prevention activities $150,000 Asthma Project $25,000 Preventing Injuries in Children $37,500 (000-45216) Opioid Lawsuit Settlement ($87,000) Opioid Lawsuit Settlement, Supports Opioid Prevention Manager salary, opioid programming (000-45219) Health Covid Grants ($881,654) ELC Cares - COVID response $10,958 ELC Cares – Covid surveillance/detection $420,000 ELC Expansion - Enhance public health workforce capacity $450,696 (000-45225) Workforce Development Grant ($600,000) Public Health Workforce Development PA DOH, Support and expand public health workforce Capability. Support salaries - $588,500; Training/Education - $11,500 (000-45229) Fire Training ($96,000) Training fees paid by other fire departments who send their fire recruits to be trained at the Allentown Fire Academy. (000-45230) Police Training ($300,000) Cost of individual officers to attend the Police Certification (Act 120) training. The number of individuals who attend each class varies by enrollment from City hired officers, outside agencies, and self-enrolled cadets. The training revenue also includes MPOETC (Municipal Police Officers’ Education and Training Commission) mandatory update training for non-sworn -- 53 of 339 -- 53 personnel (colleges, school districts, etc.). MPOETC reimburses the city for all employees who attend the Act 120 class and mandatory updated. (000-45231) Police Grants ($905,000) Reimbursement for expenditures set by grant guidelines. The Police Department currently has 5 current grants and 2 potential grants for fiscal year 2025. Some of the items purchased with these grants will be license plate readers, gunshot detection software and equipment, city-wide cameras and a recruitment grant/signing bonus. (000-45233) Police Overtime Reimbursement ($625,000) Reimbursement for officer overtime when assigned to other entities, DUI, BUPA, aggressive driving overtime, ASD school coverage, Uniform Services (arena events; city special events and additional miscellaneous invoicing). (000-45234) Police Miscellaneous ($132,000) This revenue account is for miscellaneous police funds received and technical services invoicing for repairs of radios for outside agencies - $1,000 Additionally, revenue from Bus Patrol will be added to Police Miscellaneous - $131,000 (000-45240) Other Grants and Misc ($2,601,190) The revenue generated in this account is part of a reimbursable 2-million-dollar U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Healthy Homes Production grant (PAHHP0110-23) funds the administration of the Healthy Homes Production Program (HHP). Additional funding for specific projects is provided by DCED HUD Grants/CDBG. $816,100 The revenue generated in this account is part of a reimbursable 5.7-million-dollar U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Lead Hazard and Healthy Homes grant (PALHD0533-24) and is the primary funding for the administration of the Lead Hazard Reduction Program (LHRP). Additional funding for specific projects is provided by DCED HUD Grants/CDBG. $1,785,090 (000-45241) State Aid for Pension ($6,447,489) 53 P.S. §895.402(a) et seq. establishes a General Municipal Pension System State Aid Program (“State Aid”). The program allocates the entire proceeds of the 2% State insurance premium tax on foreign casualty insurance companies. The revenues from this tax are distributed back to the Commonwealth’s General Fund in accordance with the formula outlined in 72 P.S. §2263.1(b). -- 54 of 339 -- 54 Any City employing at least one pensionable employee is eligible to receive a share of the State Aid. The amount of State Aid is based on the number of units attributable to each active employee who was employed on a full-time basis at least six months before December 31 of any given certification period. In the City’s case, police officers and firefighters are worth 2 units, and any other employee 1 unit. The final allocation amount is determined by dividing the total amount of State Aid by the number of units certified by each municipality, subject to limitations (See 53 P.S. §895.402) (e) & (f)). The City is required to deposit the annual State Aid allocation into its three pension funds within 30 days of receiving such aid. Because the allocation is contingent upon many different variables at both the State and City level, it is difficult to predict the amount with certainty. Nonetheless, we foresee State foreign casualty tax revenues increasing in the near term, and, therefore, suspect the tax amount will remain stable or increase in 2026. (000-45245) Fire Dept Hiring Grant ($1,413,492) The City was awarded a SAFER grant in September 2023 to be effective January 2024, 2025, 2026 will be the third year that the City has this grant money available. This reimbursable grant covers the cost of 12 new Firefighters for three years. (000-46100) Utility Realty Tax (PURTA) ($80,000) In response to a Pennsylvania Constitutional amendment ratified in 1968 which explicitly subjected public utilities to real estate taxation, the General Assembly enacted the Public Utility Realty Tax Act of March 7, 1971, P.L. 6, No. 2, replaced by the Act of May 12, 1999, P.L. 26, No. 4. Rather than subject property owned by utilities to the various local real estate millage rates, the Constitution authorized the legislature to provide the equivalent revenue to municipalities by levying a tax collected on the State Taxable Value of utility realty. The tax is collected by the State Department of Revenue (DOR) and is in lieu of local real estate taxation. The DOR then distributes the tax equivalent to local taxing authorities (LTA) annually by October 1 of each year. 72 P.S. §§ 8101-A – 8108-A. Each year, the City Department of Finance files the RCT-900 report to the State before April 1, setting forth the assessed value of public utility realty in the City, as well as reporting the amount of all other taxes for general revenue purposes collected in the previous year (Current and Prior Year Real Estate Taxes, Earned Income Tax, Local Services Tax, Realty Transfer Tax, and Business Privilege Tax). The City’s LTA ID is 39001. -- 55 of 339 -- 55 If the net book value of the utility’s state taxable value does not produce the sufficient revenue to remunerate local taxing authorities, the DOR can levy a Supplemental Tax (“Suptax”). The Suptax kicks in to make sure the LTA’s receive their tax equivalent of assessed utility realty value annually. Public Utilities exempt under PURTA are designated with the Land Use Code 9966 in Lehigh County. The exempt land and billing assessments under that use code as of the Tax Year 2021 report was $3,811,900. As a result, the DOR distributed $85,000 in PURTA tax proceeds to the City in 2022. As of today, the assessed value of all exempt properties designated as 9966 is $4,500,000, a 15% increase. Considering the complex nature of the taxation formula under PURTA, it is difficult to forecast how this change in assessment will affect the revenue account. Therefore, we anticipate $80,000 in revenue. (000-46110) PILOT ($160,000) PILOT stands for Payment in Lieu of Taxes. A PILOT is usually formed between a local taxing authority and a property owner, organization, or association, which might otherwise be tax exempt, but has agreed to contribute a certain sum to defray the cost of the municipal services provided to the property or organization. Sometimes a PILOT is court ordered to settle a dispute over whether a property is legally taxable or exempt. The City currently has four PILOTs of any long standing—with Alliance for Building Communities, the Allentown Housing Authority, Overlook Park, and the Episcopal House. All the agreements have different conditions which could subject the agreements to variable rates of contribution annually under the PILOTs. We expect $160,000 in PILOT revenue for 2025 and the same for 2026. (000-46130) Rental of City Property ($125,000) Rent received from city-owned property and reimbursements for county and school taxes paid on behalf of these properties (000-46141) Investment Interest Income ($2,983,273) This account includes interest realized on the bank deposits in the City’s Central Treasury account. This TD bank account is the source of all pooled cash. The current yield on the deposits in this account averages around 4.25% APY in 2054. The net investment income considers the TD bank charges for general account services, depository services, ACH and WIRE transfers, paper disbursement, account reconcilement, EDI services, information reporting and lockbox to process City Real Estate Tax payments. -- 56 of 339 -- 56 (000-46143) PLGIT Investment Income ($900,000) This source of GF investment income is realized by investing surplus cash reserves in the Pennsylvania Local Government Investment Trust (PLGIT). The Act of March 25, 2016, P.L. 72, No. 10 (Act 10) amended the Commonwealth’s Municipal Finance Code, 53, P.S. §5410.1(a), to allow for broader investment strategies of public moneys. Previously commercial paper had been the only authorized investment. Since the Federal Reserve has been hiking interest rates during 2022, 2023, and mid-2024, PLGIT’s Term investment product has become an attractive place to realize yield on excess cash in the General Fund. The Series 2024 and 2025 Term portfolio is a composite of marketable securities, such as certificates of deposit, treasury bills, repos, and secured and unsecured commercial paper. When the investments mature, the cash returns to the General Fund balance, and the interest yield is booked as revenue in this account. In 2026, the City plans to purchase PLGIT shares with a mix of fixed TERM and Money Market investments based on expected market conditions. Total projected income from these investments in PLGIT is expected to be $900,000. (000-46144) Advertising Revenue ($100,000) From the creation of ten (10) perpetual easements for Adams billboards on City property at the locations of ten (10) terminated billboard ground leases for consideration in the amount of Two Million Two Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars and No Cents ($2,250,000.00). These funds are invested with Pennsylvania Local Government Investment Trust (PLGIT). In 2026, the City plans to purchase PLGIT shares with a mix of fixed TERM and Money Market investments based on expected market conditions. Total projected income from these investments in PLIGIT is expected to be $100,000. (000-46147) Act 205 Interest ($100,000) (000-46148) AO Loan Interest Income ($26,945) (000-46155) ANIZDA ($134,010) The “Facility Complex Fund Payment” required to be paid to the City by BDH Development LLC per the 2011 lease agreement between the ACIDA and BDH for the Arena Site. BDH leases and operates the PPL Arena and pays the City a fixed annual amount in lieu of taxes. The lease agreement is for 30 years, terminating in August 2044. The payment increases by 5% on each -- 57 of 339 -- 57 even lease year and is to be paid in monthly installments. The 2024 payment is $129,755.28. (000-46161) Sale of City Property ($750,000) We are anticipating selling city property that will generate $750,000 of one-time revenue for the City. (000-46165) Health Violation Tickets ($19,200) Tickets are issued for operating a food facility or childcare facility without a license and for egregious and repeat violations of the Food Code or Childcare Ordinance respectively. License violations comprise 70% of tickets issued to food facilities while 30% are issued for violations of the Food Code. Approximately 5% of food violation tickets go unpaid or are withdrawn due to compliance. For childcare facilities, 93% of tickets are issued for operating without a license and the other 7% for violations of the Childcare Ordinance. Approximately 8% of childcare violation tickets go unpaid or are withdrawn due to compliance. 2026 Food Enforcement Projected Total: $16,000 2026 Childcare Enforcement Projected Total: $3,200 (000-46170) Miscellaneous (Gen Misc) ($500,000) This revenue includes payments for penalties assessed on miscellaneous accounts receivable. These bills were issued by the City in this miscellaneous AR account, because they do not have their own dedicated billing module. These bills include, but are not limited to curb & sidewalk invoices, weed cutting, retiree health invoices, and demolition or boarding of abandoned properties. The revenue collected on the principal amount of the bill does not get credited to this revenue account—only the penalty gets booked into Gen Misc. Other items that appear in Gen Misc. include Duplicate Bill Fees, Firefighter Application Fees, Police Application Fees, Rebates, Paymode-X revenue, old EIT claims, Solicitor’s Permits, Unclaimed Property, Street Vacation, SCA Permits, Shade Tree Permits, Streets Misc., and LCA Reimbursement for work. The second source of revenue for this account—penalties on old miscellaneous AR’s—should continue to dwindle, as the City improves its AR recovery standards. Correcting transactions net out, and the other miscellaneous revenues are nominal. (000-46172) Municipal Claim Recovery ($253,000) The City may recover incurred costs (lien fees and court costs) associated with legal filings. In addition to recovered costs, Section 7143 of the Municipal Claims and Tax Lien Act allows the City to recover interest as determined by the municipality, not to exceed 10% per year. -- 58 of 339 -- 58 Currently, we process lien interest payments from liens filed by the City, the Lehigh County Tax Claim Bureau, and Portnoff Law Associates. Civil procedure allows for the recovery of paid court costs on a Magisterial or Common Pleas Civil Complaint. Revenue & Audit is responsible for notifying taxpayers of any checks that have not been honored by the bank and charge a returned check fee according to Section 270-68 of Allentown’s Code. Our totals are based on prior-year data, and we can expect to collect $253,000 in Municipal Claim Recovery. (000-46176) Fire Cost Recovery ($10,000) (000-46177) Fire Dept Misc ($15,000) Miscellaneous funds received. (000-46191) Lights in the Parkway – Admissions ($250,000) Revenue for 2026 for the Lights in the Parkway program is based on collecting admission fees from vehicles. (000-46192) Lights in the Parkway – Sponsors ($50,000) Obtaining sponsorships from area businesses. (000-46193) Recreation/ Special Events ($28,000) Every application that is received is required to pay an application fee. As the permitting process moves along, additional fees are collected, which are also included in this estimate. (000-46195) Casino Fee ($4,100,000) Title 4 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in various enactments, currently permits, regulates, licenses, and taxes the following activities for amusement: Fantasy Contests, Slot Machines, Table Games, Multi-Use Gaming-Devices, Interactive Gaming, Sports Wagering, Casino Simulcasting, and Video Gaming. Most of the taxes generated from these activities provide for a local share assessment to be distributed to host and non-host counties, host and non-host cities, and townships (Table Games, 4 Pa. C.S. §13A63, Multi-Use Gaming Devices, 4 -- 59 of 339 -- 59 Pa. C.S. §13B20.5, Interactive Gaming, 4 Pa C.S. §13B53, Sports Wagering, 4 Pa C.S. §13C63, Video Gaming, 4 Pa. C.S. §4103). With respect to table gaming, the holder of such a license pays a 2% tax on its table gaming revenue for the local share assessment. In the case of the casino hosted by Northampton County, and the City of Bethlehem, the City of Allentown receives a non-host share of the local share assessment. Specifically, 50% of the local share is allocated to the municipalities, of which 20% is collected by the City (20% of 50% of 2%). See 4 Pa. C.S. §13A63(c)(3)(ii). For the City to receive $400,000 per quarter in table gaming local assessment share the tables must produce $200,000,000 per quarter. Among other things, the Act of Oct. 30, 2017, P.L. 419, No. 42, authorized interactive gaming through websites and other forums. Since that enactment, 4 Pa. C.S. §13B53(b)(2) provides for a local share assessment of the tax on the interactive gaming revenue to be distributed to non-host facilities using a formula determined by the Department of Revenue. 2021 was the first time the City received such a distribution. Finally, the City receives a share of the host fee collected by the Casino’s hosts in the amount of $500,000 per calendar quarter, which is a fixed amount. We are estimating table gaming revenue of $200,000,000 per quarter, and annual interactive gaming revenue of $500,000. -- 60 of 339 -- 60 Host Table Games Interactive Total Table Game Rev. 2026 Est 2,000,000 1,600,000 500,000 4,100,000 800,000,000 Q42025 500,000 400,000 900,000 200,000,000 Q12026 500,000 400,000 900,000 200,000,000 Q22026 500,000 400,000 500,000 1,400,000 200,000,000 Q32026 500,000 400,000 900,000 200,000,000 (000-47120) Water/Sewer Lease ($1,150,715) Water/Sewer Lease Annual Receipt per Lease Agreement - $659,756 LCA 2020 Settlement - $490,959 Liquid Fuels Revenue (004) -- 61 of 339 -- 61 (004-45211) PA Liquid Fuels Tax - Act 655 ($3,119,462.76) (004-45241) State Aid Pension ($267,290) (004-46141) Interest Income ($10,785) (004-46143) PLGIT Income ($27,715) (004-46170) Miscellaneous ($127,859.36) 1. Winter Maintenance Turnback (Agreement 3900039222 through 2025) - $123,139.36 2. Maintenance Turnback (Act 32) - $4,720 (004-47100) Revenue Payback - Audit 2016-2020 ($567,951.31) Trexler Memorial Fund Revenues (006) The Trexler Trust was established in 1935 and continued General Trexler’s legacy for supporting the City of Allentown’s Park system. The funds are awarded annually by the Trexler Trust and used to assist with personnel and maintenance costs. (006-45241) State Aid Pension ($96,225) (006-46141) Interest Income ($1,500) (006-46688) Romper Day Grant ($2,000) Per General Trexler’s will, the sum of $2,000 is to be used annually to purchase supplies for the annual Romper Day celebration. (006-46689) Trexler Maintenance Grant ($1,800,000) Estimated awarded grant from the Trexler Trust based on 2024-2025 Trexler Trust Fiscal Year award. (006-46690) Springwood Trust ($30,000) These funds are used specifically in Trexler Park to address maintenance needs annually. (006-47100) Transfer from Other Funds ($108,000) This is the general fund capital match that is required by the court ordered agreement between the City of Allentown and the Trexler Trust. Lease / Administrative Order (AO) Fund Revenues (080) (080-43330) A.O. Service Charge Fee Collection ($860,000) (000-46141) Interest Income ($15,000) -- 62 of 339 -- 62 Risk Fund Revenues (081) (081-45241) State Aid Pension ($26,729) (081-46141) Interest Income ($50,000) (081-46197) Risk Fund-Wellness Program ($10,000) This revenue fund is used to account for the Capital Blue Wellness Reimbursement program that provides up to $10,000 per year in reimbursable health and wellness related expenses. This account recovers funds expended under the Risk Wellness 53 account. (081-46200) Retiree Health Benefit Reimbursement ($1,251,900) This revenue input sees deposits from invoiced and pension deductions from retired city employees. City employees who elect retirement medical are eligible up to age 65. The revenue projections for 2026 are computed using the historical reimbursement trends and adding a 6.5% increase in healthcare premiums. This healthcare cost trend is published each year by Price Waterhouse Coopers. (081-46210) Active Employee Benefit Reimbursement ($1,063,900) This revenue input is funded by deposits from the active employee payroll deductions for individual and family healthcare monthly premiums. The methodology used for the baseline reviews historical data and adds the same conservative increase for the retiree health benefits reimbursement. (081-46220) Inactive Employee Benefit Reimbursement ($6,500) This revenue input is provided to account for the Continuation of Health Coverage (COBRA) reimbursements received. (081-46610) Stop Loss Reimbursement ($550,000) This revenue is provided to account for our excess medical cost insurance reimbursements, known as Stop Loss. The City is responsible for the first $255,000 of a high dollar claim after which Stop Loss insurance will reimburse the City for future medical expenses. There are no lasers or aggregate corridors in the current Stop Loss agreement. The contract with our provider expires annually. This revenue is dependent on medical expenses for individual claims exceeding the $255k deductible during the award year. Forecasting revenue is difficult and based primarily on prior year(s) trends. -- 63 of 339 -- 63 (081-46615) Claims Paid Reimbursement Risk ($60,000) This reimbursement accounts for the payments made to the City that result from aggressive subrogation and restitution actions performed primarily by Risk Management but in close coordination with the Solicitor’s office. This revenue fund uses historical trends to provide a conservative expectation of reimbursements from subrogation and restitution claims initiated by Risk Management. (081-47005) Transfer from Grant Fund ($93,376) (081-47100) Transfer from General Fund ($23,312,279) General Fund (000-*-16) Insurance Employee Group - $20,726,543 Property & Casualty - $2,585,735.84 (081-47104) Transfer from Liquid Fuels Fund ($861,930) Liquid Fuels Fund (004-*-16) Insurance Employee Group - $861,930 (081-47105) Transfer from Rental Fund ($735,145) Rental Unit Fund (105-*-16) Insurance Employee Group - $653,630 Property & Casualty - $8,515 (081-47106) Transfer from Trexler Fund ($310,295) Trexler Fund (006-*-16) Insurance Employee Group $310,295 (081-47115) Transfer from Building Code Fund ($542,877) Building Code Fund (115-*-16) Insurance Employee Group - $482,681 Property & Casualty - $60,196 (081-47181) Transfer from Risk Management ($86,193) Risk Fund (081-*-16) Insurance Employee Group - $86,193 (081-47185) Transfer from Solid Waste ($1,373,349) Solid Waste Fund (085-*-16) Insurance Employee Group - $1,221,068 Property & Casualty - $152,281 (081-47186) Transfer from Stormwater Fund ($1,288,826) Stormwater Fund (086-*-16) Insurance Employee Group - $1,134,875 Property & Casualty - $141,532 (081-47191) Transfer from Golf Fund ($190,653) Golf Fund (091-*-16) Insurance Employee Group - $169,513 Property & Casualty - $21,140 -- 64 of 339 -- 64 (081-47700) Transfer from CDBG Fund ($203,990) Housing & Urban Development (HUD) Fund (700-*-16) Insurance Employee Group - $203,990 Debt Service Revenues (082) (082-47130) General Fund Transfer In ($8,303,808) The principal and interest on all general and pension obligation bonds transferred out of the General Fund to cover our annual debt service. Expensed from Finance Budget Admin account 000-02-0602-0003-50088 Interfund Transfers. (082-47133) Liquid Fuels Fund Transfer In ($62,405) Pennsylvania Liquid Fuels (PALF) repayment for the 2015 Long Term Bond Issuance which allowed for the funding of CIP 2009 “Public Works Large Equipment” purchases. Payments will continue through 2045 (2016-2045). Expensed from Liquid Fuels 004-03-4741-0001-50088 Interfund Transfers. Equipment Fund Revenues (083) (083-46143) PLGIT Investment Income ($30,000) (083-46413) City Auction Proceeds ($25,000) This account is used for the tracking of proceeds generated through the disposal of vehicles and equipment once they have reached the end of their useful lives. During normal operations, vehicles and equipment deteriorate and depreciate. Once these units reach a threshold set by the City for age, mileage, or engine hours, they are then sold at public auction. Equipment may also be auctioned due to mechanical and safety defects such as severe rust damage or mechanical failure (when cost of such repairs exceeds the value of such units). (083-47100) Transfer from Other Funds ($1,246,000) This account is used to capture the transfer of monies from the General Fund (Finance - Budget Administration) which are used to pay for the proposed equipment to include: 1. Purchases of new rolling stock equipment $1,246,000 -- 65 of 339 -- 65 Solid Waste Fund Revenues (085) In 2025, the trash and recycling collection fee, as annually adopted by City Council Ordinance, was set at $605. This fee applies to residential curbside collection and to small businesses approved for city collection services. A proposed fee increase of $135, raising the total fee to $740, is proposed for 2026. This proposed increase is driven by the new trash and recycling collection contract that began in June 2025. The year 2026 will represent the first full fiscal year under the terms of this new contract, necessitating the updated fee to ensure continued service quality and financial sustainability. (085-42915) Freon Fees ($8,000) A $20 fee is charged to residents to recycle an appliance that contains freon or refrigerant. The appliance can be taken to the Recycling Drop Off Center located at 1400 Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. or a scheduled pick up at the residence. (085-42925) Sweep Tickets ($350,000) For 2026, revenue to be received is projected at $350,000. This revenue is coming from all SWEEP violation tickets issued against the Solid Waste and Recycling Ordinance and Public (085-42927) Dog License ($4,000) The Bureau of Recycling & Solid Waste is a location authorized to sell yearly Dog Licenses for Lehigh County. -- 66 of 339 -- 66 (085-42950) Grants ($505,000) Other revenue sources include grant funding allowed under state law, Act 101 of 1988, and administered by the PA Department of Environmental Protection. For every ton of trash landfilled in PA, a $2 per ton tipping fee is charged which is sent to the State Recycling Fund for these grants. The City can apply for Section 902 Reimbursable Grants to help fund recycling equipment, bins and containers, education, and program development. The City is eligible to apply for this grant every other year which accounts for the decrease in 2025. The City can also apply for Section 904 Performance Grants which are based on the City’s overall residential and commercial recycling performance data reported citywide. (085-42985) Recycling/Sponsors ($1,000) This is a newly created revenue account, to accept donations for events such as Earth Day in the Park. (085-42990) Trash Collection ($27,188,340.00) In 2025, a total of 36,659 residential units and 247 rooming units were billed at a rate of $605 per unit per year for trash and recycling collection services. This fee, adopted annually by City Council Ordinance, applied to residential curbside collection and select small businesses approved for city service. Beginning in 2026, the annual fee will increase to $740 per unit, reflecting the cost of new collection and disposal contracts that began in June 2025. The upcoming fiscal year will mark the first full year under these new contract terms, necessitating the fee adjustment to support the associated service costs. The Bureau of Revenue and Audit is responsible for administering all aspects of the fee, including invoicing, auditing, and delinquent collections. The charge appears as a line item on the Real Estate Tax Bill. Revenue generated from the billing of these residential and rooming units is the primary funding source for the Solid Waste Fund (SWF) and is critical to maintaining core waste collection and disposal operations. Also passed by City Council in 2025 was an update to the Rebate program for eligible senior citizens for payment of the trash fee. All bona fide residents of the City of Allentown who are 65 years of age or over shall be eligible for partial rebate of the fee paid on their principal place of residence provided that: -- 67 of 339 -- 67 i. Such residence is a single-family dwelling, owned and occupied by the claimant. ii. A request for a rebate shall be filed with the Department of Finance on such form as prescribed by that Department for such purpose. The request for rebate shall be filed by June 30 of the current year for a partial rebate of the municipal waste and recycling fee paid for the previous calendar year. iii. The total household income from all sources shall not exceed the amounts specified in the table below. The amount of rebate for the payment of the municipal waste and recycling fee will be determined in accordance with the following schedule. (085-42991) Recyclable Materials ($100,000) The City owns and markets its recyclable materials which include the single stream materials collected curbside, and the recyclable materials collected at the Recycling Drop Off Center. The value of the recyclable materials is market driven and a reflection of the economy. As a result of the economic downturn and supply and demand, the value of the recyclable materials has decreased. The single stream processing costs receive an annual CPI increase. (085-42992) Tub Grinder/Mulch Loading ($8,000) The Bureau of Recycling & Solid Waste collects yard waste materials at the curb and accepts yard waste at the Yard Waste Center located at 1401 Oxford Dr. The material received is ground down to mulch for City residents. A resident may load the mulch on their own at no charge or pay a $12 loading fee for the Recycling staff to load their trailer/truck. (085-42995) Commercial Trash Collection ($419,580.00) For 2025, 567 small businesses were billed $4605 per year for trash and recycling collection services. By ordinance, the fee amount for commercial entities in city collection shall equal the residential collection fee. Therefore, the proposed residential trash fee increase of $135 to $740 shall also apply to commercial businesses in city collection. -- 68 of 339 -- 68 (085-45241) State Aid for Pension ($378,661) (085-46141) Interest Income ($7,353.00) The amount of Interest received for this fund is determined by Finance. (085-46143) PLGIT Income ($97,647.00) The amount of Interest received for this fund is determined by Finance. (085-46145) Gain/Loss on Disposal of Fixed Assets ($10,000) (085-46170) Miscellaneous ($40,000) Revenue received not otherwise noted in other revenue accounts and the late penalty charged to residents that have not paid the trash and recycling collection fee. Stormwater Fund Revenues (086) The Stormwater Utility cost of service and rate model was completed in 2017. The Rate Model is the foundation of the financial management strategy for the Utility. The Rate Model projected a steady rate of $20/billing unit (500 square feet of impervious area) for the first four years of the Utility with a rate increase in Year 5 to provide sufficient funding for a bond issuance. Key to a bond issue was completion of a citywide drainage system study for both water quality and water quantity capacity and protection practices. These studies are currently underway. It is assumed no increase in rates is required for 2026 baseline services. In addition to the projection of programmatic services covered by the Utility, the 2017 Model assumed a contribution to reserves would occur each fiscal year to prepare for small capital project cash-funding and to create a bond reserve and revenue history for the issuance of bonded debt for large capital projects identified in the citywide drainage study. Starting Fund Balance for 2025 was $3,090,769.10 with a projected fund ending balance of $1,480,949.34. -- 69 of 339 -- 69 It is assumed that the reserves in Fund Balance can be appropriated in an emergency such as a pipe failure/sink hole opening in a roadway or public property that requires immediate action for major repair expenditures. (086-43630) Stormwater Fee ($5,687,684) (086-43631) Stormwater Fee – Previous Year ($150,000) The City typically recovers 96% of the total stormwater fee billed each year. The remaining 4% (approximately $200,000) of stormwater fees not paid in the year in which they were due are sent to a third-party collection agency (PCC) to pursue. This balance includes the outstanding principal and 10% penalty. Once the account is placed with PCC, the outstanding balance incurs a 15% collection fee. The collection agency processes payments for fees/claims placed with them, and they subsequently remit the principal and penalty back to the City. According to our contract, PCC keeps the collection fee on payments made directly to them and taxpayers are advised to directly pay PCC for open claims. PCC will pursue claims for roughly 18 months. After the 18-month period, the claims are returned to the City for Revenue & Audit to pursue. Using our collection data, it is expected that the City will collect approximately $150,000 in prior year stormwater payments. (086-45241) State Aide Pension ($351,932) (086-46141) Interest Income ($15,000) The stormwater fee is a charge for service. It provides primary revenue for the operation and maintenance of the City’s drainage system, including compliance with Federal and State mandates for the protection of water quality. The impervious surface on a property serves as the meter for distributing costs for stormwater management services. Impervious area (development on properties) creates the need for a publicly operated drainage network. It is common to all properties regardless of the use for business, religion, school, government, industry, or residence. All properties in the City with over 250 square feet of impervious surface are required to pay the fee. Two exceptions are the impervious area in public roadways (City and PennDOT) and railway ballast (tracks). The annual stormwater fee is $20 per 500 square feet of impervious area. Rates are set by City Council during the annual budget process. The fee is a line item on the City’s real estate (CRE) bill distributed prior to February 1st of each year. The City bills approximately 34,000 CRE invoices and 33,500 include a stormwater fee. The City can accurately expect to collect 96% of the total stormwater fee billed each year. -- 70 of 339 -- 70 (086-46143) PLGIT Investment Income ($5,000) (086-46300) Collection Fee – Prior Year ($5,000) The description of the 15% collection fee is detailed under Account 086-00-0000-0000-43631. It is applied to all claims (principal + penalty) placed with the third-party collection agency. When the collection agency processes payments for open claims it is pursuing (anything within the 18- month window), the collection agency keeps the collection fee. The collection agency will close a claim if it is unable to collect the claim within 18 months and return it to the City for pursuit by Revenue & Audit. When the City processes payments for claims which have been closed by the collection agency and returned to the City, the City is allowed to retain these collections fees per the contract. Golf Fund Revenues (091) The Golf Course’s revenue is generated in the following areas: (091-43182) Cart Rentals ($685,000) Cart fees are collected if patrons choose to rent a cart for their round of golf. (091-43183) Greens Fees ($1,475,000) Greens fees are collected from patrons to play 9 or 18 holes of golf. (091-43184) Driving range ($435,000) Driving range revenue is generated from the automated ball machines located at the range. Patrons have a choice of small, large or jumbo size baskets. (091-43186) Pro Shop Rental/Miscellaneous ($95,000) Revenue is generated by sales of apparel, golf balls, gloves and other accessories that are offered for sale in the Pro Shop. (091-43187) Golf Course Bar & Restaurant Rent ($60,000) The restaurant space adjacent to the Pro Shop is rented out on an annual basis and rent is collected monthly. (091-45241) State Aid Pension ($52,567) (091-46141) Interest Income ($20,000) -- 71 of 339 -- 71 Rental Fund Revenues (105) (105-42932) Rental Registration & Licensing Fees ($2,350,750) The Rental Unit Inspections program generates revenue by fees associated with the registration, enforcement, and inspection requirements of all rentals. We anticipate that our rental revenue will remain about the same for the 2026 budget year. (105-42933) Rental Presales Revenue ($100,000) The Rental Presale revenue is part of the bureau’s enterprise fund and is generated by fees associated with the registration, enforcement, and inspection requirements of rental properties listed for sale. (105-42934) Vacant Property Registration ($50,000) The revenue from this fund is for the registration of all properties in the city that are in danger of foreclosure or considered “at-risk” of becoming vacant. (105-44112) Rental Fines & Restitution ($5,000) This revenue is generated by fees associated with the enforcement of non-compliant rental properties. (105-45241) State Aid Pension ($202,695) (105-46170) Miscellaneous ($1,000) The miscellaneous fund is set up to capture any payments or reimbursements for liens. Building Code Fund Revenues (115) (115-42916) Building Permits and Fees ($2,567,000) General Fund Bureau of Building Standards & Safety program 0001 Building Plumbing & Electrical Enforcement moved to its own Fund, the Building Code Fund in 2025. This revenue is generated by fees associated with the permitting of all construction related inspections, plan review and enforcement. (115-42918) Plumbing License Fees ($15,000) This revenue account is for the yearly licensing requirements of all Plumbing contractors. (115-42920) Electrical Licensing Fees ($60,000) This revenue account is for the yearly licensing requirements of all Electrical contractors. (115-42921) Sheet Metal Technician License Fees ($15,000) This revenue account is for the bi-annual licensing requirements of all Sheet Metal contractors. -- 72 of 339 -- 72 (115-45241) State Aid Pension ($149,683) (115-46170) Miscellaneous ($25,000) Revenue is generated through contract with an emergency board up company to be the on-call board up company for after-hour emergencies. -- 73 of 339 -- 73 General Fund Expenses (000) Non-Departmental Department (000-01) City Council Bureau (000-01-0101) This program carries out the legislative function of government and performs activities related to record keeping. Legislative functions include conducting public meetings, maintaining lines of communication with citizens, developing and evaluating policy, and providing legislative oversight. Record Management includes record keeping, as mandated by law, including keeping of minutes, preparing and retaining legislation, meeting advertising requirements and maintaining the City’s Code. Goal(s): 1. To work and support the administrative staff to ensure that public funds are used to deliver quality services in the most cost-effective and efficient manner which will make the City of Allentown a better place in which to live, work and play. 2. Conduct strategy and goal setting targets in each major committee. 3. To assist in the facilitation, development, and evaluation of city policy. 4. To foster citizen awareness, understanding and participation in government. 5. To improve communication with other local government agencies representing the City’s interest. Measurable Budget Year Objectives and Long-Range Targets: 1. To conduct and give oversight to City business through preparation and attendance of 40 city council meetings (including budget meetings), 100 committee meetings. 2. To evaluate/develop/facilitate city policy in each of council’s standing committees – Public Safety, Community and Economic Development, Parks and Recreation, and Public Works. 3. To work with two interns to review legislation and make recommendations regarding two major policy areas such as residential parking and administrative procedures as determined by council. 4. To review and respond to an average of 150 constituent complaints and attend 50 constituent/neighborhood meetings. 5. To process and file 100 ordinances, 200 resolutions and 100 sets of minutes. 6. To organize, prepare and attend 40 city council meetings and 100 committee meetings. -- 74 of 339 -- 74 7. Conduct the Annual Audit. Legislation & Recordkeeping Program Expenses (000-01-0101-0001) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($401,044) (50004) Temporary Wages ($5,400) Two interns paid at $15 per hour working 15 hours per week for 12 weeks. (50008) Longevity ($3,688) (50012) FICA Expenses ($31,375) (50014) Pension Expenses ($32,880) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($86,193) (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($500) Council mileage reimbursement for travel on behalf of the City. Round trip mileage from City Hall to PA Capitol is 170 miles. IRS mileage rate is $0.70. Cost per vehicle would be $119.00. (50032) Publications & Memberships ($485) For miscellaneous publication costs requested by City Council. (50034) Training and Professional Development ($8,000) City Council will attend sessions as determined by their interests and approval by the Council President. (50040) Civic Expenses ($25,000) To fund civic and cultural events. (50044) Legal Services ($75,000) Council’s Solicitor to attend all city council meetings, review agenda and conduct legal review of items pursuant to a majority of council approval. Resolution #30649. Legal Services (44) needs to be adjusted for $75,000.00 for Payment of Council’s Solicitor ($55,000.00) and extra ($20,000.00) for additional legal advice. (50046) Other Contract Services ($460,500) 1. Contingency funds for legal & other consulting services and/or audits $300,000 2. Municipal Code Solutions & Services Platform $55,000 3. Photography services for Council $500 4. Annual City Financial Audit, contract #C190 $105,000 -- 75 of 339 -- 75 (50050) Other Services & Charges ($15,000) Legal Ads for Council/Committee meetings, street vacations, rezonings, liquor license hearings, etc. (50056) Uniforms ($1,890) Council Polo shirts $30 and sweaters $75 -18 each, as requested. (50068) Operating Materials & Supplies ($1,700) 1. City pins and miscellaneous items not covered under general supplies $700. 2. Food costs for various meetings $1,000. -- 76 of 339 -- 76 Office of the Mayor Bureau (000-01-0201) The Mayor of Allentown, as outlined by the City’s Home Rule Charter, serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the city. The Mayor’s Office leads, supervises, and coordinates the operations and service delivery for all city departments. Key responsibilities include shaping and implementing city-wide policies, ensuring efficient and responsive public services, overseeing city communications, managing fiscal policies, addressing constituent and media inquiries, enhancing residents’ quality of life, guiding city boards, authorities, and commissions, and collaborating with City Council and the City Controller to execute contracts, bonds, and other official agreements. Programs and Personnel The Mayor’s Office consists of seven non-bargaining staff: Mayor, Special Assistant to the Mayor, Executive Assistant, Communications Manager, Video Content Manager, Civic Innovation Manager, and Graphic Designer. The Special Assistant to the Mayor manages the Mayor's calendar and daily activities, and assists with a wide range of administrative, strategic, and operational task including the supervision of constituent services. The Executive Assistant acts as a key liaison between the Mayor’s Office, city departments, the public, and stakeholders, while also managing the legislative process on behalf of the Administration. The Communications Manager oversees all internal and external communications, developing impactful messaging and communication strategies. This role engages with various media formats, including press releases, digital campaigns, print materials, social media, audio, and video content. Additionally, the Communications Manager supervises the Video Content Manager, Graphic Designer, and communications-related internships. The Video Content Manager oversees the creation and production of all video content for the City of Allentown’s branding efforts. The Graphic Designer utilizes art, design, and layout skills to develop visually compelling concepts, including logos, promotional and branding materials, communication media, and various print and digital assets. -- 77 of 339 -- 77 Civic Innovation (0006) This program, overseen by the Civic Innovation Manager, is designed to promote civic engagement both within city departments and among the residents of the City of Allentown. Reporting to the Mayor, the Civic Innovation Manager collaborates across all City departments to lead projects focused on interdepartmental coordination, community engagement, and innovative prototypes. Mayor’s Executive Management Program Expenses (000-01-0201-0002) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($487,374) (50004) Temporary Wages ($19,500) Interns (25 hours a week at $15/hour year-round) To continue to best serve the needs of the constituents and City employees, the Mayor’s team will also activate three interns for communications. One communications intern will be assigned to work with the departments of Parks and Recreation, Public Works, and CED to draft press releases and help coordinate messaging around the services they provide. This intern will work to prioritize the departments following their “busy” seasons (i.e. Public Works in the fall and winter, Parks and Recreation in the spring and summer). This intern will report to the Communications Manager. The Constituent Services Specialist (part-time) will be advancing the office’s quality of service by helping residents via phone, email and the 311 platform, as well as utilizing the new Tyler 311 system to collect data on the daily needs of residents and better prioritize the City’s services and communications around their concerns. (50008) Longevity Wages ($1,654) (50012) FICA Expenses ($41,329) (50014) Pension Expenses ($65,760) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($172,386) (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($400) The Mayor’s Office attends significant events such as but not limited to community meetings and press conferences that require staff to use their own vehicles. For every 150 miles each staff member drives, approximately $100 is needed in Mileage Reimbursement. -- 78 of 339 -- 78 (50032) Publications and Memberships ($51,149) The Mayor’s Office needs access to media outlets in print and in electronic forms. The following is the list of publications and memberships needed: 1. Pennsylvania Municipal League annual membership dues - $38,000 2. US Conference of Mayors annual membership dues - $10,099 3. Policy Commons-Cities - $2,500 4. Periodical subscriptions - $550 5. The Morning Call, Lehigh Valley Business, Lehigh Valley Live, The Wall Street Journal & The New York Times (50034) Training and Professional Development ($22,000) The Mayor’s Office needs access to various experiences and trainings to develop their careers in the City, while also providing quality service and skills to both employees and residents. The following is the list of training and professional development needed: 1. Management and Leadership MIT program $3,000 2. US Conference of Mayors $15,000 3. Professional Courses (Communications) $4,000 The Mayor and staff members will attend both Mayor’s conferences in the spring and fall. (50040) Civic Expenses ($70,000) Contributions to local non-profit civic organizations. (50046) Other Contract Services ($10,000) Communications Consultant (50050) Other Services and Charges ($5,000) This account will be used for advertising as follows: Social media and advertising services. (50056) Uniforms ($1,000) Jackets and outerwear: Each member of the team will need at least one item to purchase from a vendor to represent the City at external events. (50068) Operating Materials & Supplies ($3,500) The following is the list of operating materials and supplies needed for the Mayor’s Office: 1. Refreshments for meetings with external stakeholder groups and Authorities, Boards, Commissions and visitors of the Mayor and the Mayor’s Office $500 -- 79 of 339 -- 79 2. Welcome gifts for employees, visitors, and interns (Pens, Notepads, Mousepads, etc.) $2,000 3. Office Supplies not provided by Central Supply $1,000 Mayor’s Civic Innovations Program Expenses (000-01-0201-0004) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($84,786) (50004) Temporary Wages ($19,500) Civic Engagement Intern, $15 per hour, approximately 25-30 hours per week. Community Engagement Coordinator, $30 per hours, approximately 30-32 hours per week. These roles advance our data-driven projects and community initiatives, helping to bring fresh perspectives and specialized skills that drive forward our mission of transforming civic processes. (50008) Longevity ($112) (50012) FICA Expenses ($10,128) (50014) Pension Expenses ($10,960) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($28,731) (50030) Rentals ($1,000) Space rental for community events (CHATT, Free State of the City, and ideation sessions with community partners). Rentals range around $500 per event. (50032) Publications and Memberships ($250) Books on topics related to data strategy, public policy, community engagement, etc. (50034) Training and Professional Development ($500) Certifications with regards to data management (CJIS, GLBA, DPRA, etc.) (50046) Other Contract Services ($15,000) An allocation of $15,000 to seek a vendor to translate content on the City of Allentown website. (50068) Operating Materials & Supplies ($10,000) This budget will cover the costs of food and meeting materials, supporting 1-2 meetings each month. Allentown Shows Up and CHATT (City Hall at the Table) $10,000. -- 80 of 339 -- 80 City Controller Bureau (000-01-0301) Per the City Charter, the City Controller’s responsibilities include: 1. Financial oversight of City finances, independent of the Executive and Legislative branches and shall review all expenditures of the Mayor, City Council and City Boards, Commissions and Agencies. 2. Review the Annual Budget before approval by City Council and make nonbinding recommendations to the Mayor and to City Council for consideration if he or she deems it necessary. 3. Be present or represented at all Council meetings and furnish to City Council, the Mayor, and others, as appropriate, periodic reports of audits conducted. 4. Perform audits, including performance audits, of the City and any City department, office, authority, board, or commission. 5. Direct internal financial security and loss investigation activities. With one full-time employee, the Controller’s office works diligently to fulfill its Charter responsibilities. In 2022, the office issued 70 audits and reviews of City operations. This included 3 Performance Audits. Highlights of the findings included: 1. Over $32 thousand in overpayments which were identified prior to release of final payments. 2. Identified numerous deficiencies in the Retirement Process and Payroll changes in EDEN. 3. Provided Administration with flow charts that illustrated what a Citizen must do to establish a business in the City. In 2023, 33 audits and reviews have been conducted. These audits and reviews contribute to efficient and effective City operation. The Controller’s Office provides a summer internship program for college students. The Program is project based and provides students with real world audit experience while providing Administration with insight into the departmental functions through process flowcharts, narratives, and audit reports. The Controller’s office administratively supports the City’s $344 million pension funds, is the official repository for all City Contracts and continuously monitors and requests the City’s escheat property. -- 81 of 339 -- 81 Audit & Compliance Program Expenses (000-01-0301-0005) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($179,386) (50004) Temporary Wages ($35,969) Temporary wages include resources for our very part time Admin Assist and summer interns. In addition to providing a true learning internship experience for the students, the program provides valuable insights into the operations of the audited programs. (50008) Longevity Wages ($1,160) (50012) FICA Expenses ($16,483) (50014) Pension Expenses ($21,920) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($57,462) (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($100) Off-site auditing mileage reimbursement. (50032) Publications & Memberships ($850) Publications and Memberships expenditures support the Auditor’s professional development: 1. Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) $200 2. Association of Local Government Auditors (ALGA) $ 260 3. Lehigh Valley Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (LV ACFE) $50 4. Government Finance Officers Association of PA (GFOA-PA) $90 5. National Association of Certified Fraud Examiner (ACFE) $250 (50034) Training & Professional Development ($5,392) Training and Professional Development pays for the Auditor’s CPEs. Some of this professional development is needed to maintain the certified fraud examiner certification while others, in such categories as Accounting and Auditing, Municipal Service Delivery, and Financial Planning and Budgeting, keep the Auditor’s knowledge base current. 1. ERP Tyler Conference & Training 2. Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Seminars & training $2,500 3. Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) Webinar $20 4. Microsoft Excel training in data analytics, local Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and an additional course as needed to maintain 20 CPE credits as required by the ACFE (minimum required 10 in Fraud, 2 in Ethics). -- 82 of 339 -- 82 5. Conference at DeSales plus mileage 6. County/City Controller’s Office Conference, no mileage $400 (50040) Civic Expenses ($100) State of the City and other non-profit events. (50050) Other Services and Charges ($100) The cost of advertising for the internship program. (50056) Uniforms ($150) (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($600) Office operating supplies as needed not provided by central supply and the intern program luncheon and reception. -- 83 of 339 -- 83 Law Bureau (000-01-0501) The City Solicitor’s Office serves as the Legal Department for the City of Allentown. The Office is the legal advisor to the Mayor, the Controller, and all City departments and agencies. It represents the City in all legal proceedings to which the City is a party. The mission of the Solicitor’s Office is to provide efficient, timely, and ethical legal services in a cost-effective manner to government, so that the City Administration and all City Departments can achieve their policy and operational goals while advancing the public’s trust. Per the City Charter the Solicitor’s Officer is the legal advisor for the City of Allentown. We review past, present, and future actions of the City considering the law. We advise as to what the law provides. We assist in trying to reach resolutions of issues before those issues get into the Courts. When resolution cannot be achieved outside the Court system, we advocate within the Court system for the City’s interests. Multiple City Departments depend upon the Solicitor’s office to advance or defend their interests through litigation in the Pennsylvania Court System. Solicitors advocate on behalf of the City for liability defense, property damage collection, tax collection, compliance with municipal codes (property maintenance, building, zoning, business privilege tax), compliance with the Right to Know Law and RTKL Appeals. On most issues, the law allows for a wide latitude in how the issue can be resolved. The Solicitor’s Office works to keep the debate, discussion, and ultimate action within the boundaries of what the law allows. DUTIES OF THE SOLICTOR’S OFFICE Litigation Outside Counsel for Civil Rights and Employment Discrimination Cases – The City has insurance for Civil Rights litigation and employment discrimination litigation. Under the terms of the insurance, these types of cases must be handled by outside counsel approved by the insurance company. The City has had the civil rights insurance for quite some time; the employment discrimination insurance was just purchased within the last few years. Prior to the City having the employment litigation insurance, employment cases were handled by outside -- 84 of 339 -- 84 counsel. These cases will continue to require outside counsel because of our insurance requirements. The Solicitor’s Office Litigation Paralegal handles scheduling and discovery responses and preparation at the request of outside counsel. Union Grievance and General Employment Matters – City insurance does not cover union grievance matters and general employment matters. The Solicitor’s Office, through both in- house counsel and outside council, is involved in these matters. The Solicitor’s Office Litigation Paralegal handles scheduling and discovery responses and preparation at the request of both the Solicitor’s Office and outside counsel. Negligence (Tort Defense) and Property Damage Collection – Cases where people sue the City claiming to have been hurt physically by City property or personnel, are not covered by insurance. These claims are distinct from those where individuals allege that their Constitutional rights have been violated. In some instances of negligence, the City’s liability is secondary, or a plaintiff cannot produce enough evidence to pierce the City’s immunity. In those instances, the City is in a good position to win on motions or settle the case with little to no contribution from the City. Litigating those cases in-house saves the City significant outside counsel expenditures. Likewise, City initiated property damage collection cases are performed in-house and provide significant savings on outside counsel expenses. The Solicitor’s Office Litigation Paralegal handles scheduling and discovery responses and preparation. Eminent Domain Actions – The Solicitor’s Office handles all City initiated eminent domain actions in Common Pleas Court. The Legal Administrator Paralegal handles scheduling and discovery responses and preparation. Business Privilege Tax recoveries. The Solicitor’s Office handles all filings and litigation for Business Privilege Tax recoveries for amounts over $12,000. Amounts under $12,000 are filed in District Court by revenue and audit inspectors; the Solicitor’s Office assists in these actions upon request of revenue and audit. The Legal Administrator Paralegal handles scheduling and discovery responses and preparation. Property Maintenance Code, Building Code, Zoning Code, SWEEP Prosecutions – The Solicitor’s Office has increased its involvement in these matters in the last several years, appearing before District Magistrate when requested by departments and all Common Pleas -- 85 of 339 -- 85 Court Summary Appeals trials. The Contract Paralegal handles scheduling and discovery responses and preparation. Municipal Board Actions – For those boards with independent legal counsel (Civil Service Board, Zoning Hearing Board, Nuisance Abatement Board, etc.) the Solicitor’s Office represents the City and prosecutes on behalf of the City’s interests. The Legal Administrator Paralegal handles scheduling and discovery responses and preparation. Statutory Appeals – The Solicitor’s Office represents the City in all appeals of Municipal Board decisions where the City is an interested party. These actions are initiated in Common Pleas court and could proceed to Commonwealth and Supreme Court appeals. The Legal Administrator Paralegal handles scheduling and discovery responses and preparation. Office of Open Records (OOR) Appeals – The Solicitor’s Office represents the City in all appeals of OOR Right-to-Know decisions where the City is an interested party. These actions are initiated in Common Pleas court and could proceed to Commonwealth and Supreme Court appeals. Municipal Board Assistance The City of Allentown has multiple review and appeal boards and commissions (Tax Appeal Board, Property Maintenance Appeal Board, Planning Commission, Pension Review Board, etc.). The Solicitor’s Office acts as legal counsel for several of these boards, providing legal advice and preparing the written final adjudication decisions. Departmental Requests for Legal Assistance The Solicitor’s Office reviews and responds to all legal questions from City Departments. It is anticipated that City Departments will increasingly use the Solicitor’s Office with requests for review on intended departmental actions. In 2023, a total of 93 LSRs were received. In 2024, this number increased to 104. This year, it is anticipated that the City will receive over 140 LSRs. -- 86 of 339 -- 86 Contract Preparation/Drafting/Review/Negotiation The Solicitor’s Office provides legal assistance in the drafting of City Contracts, Memos of Understanding, Leases, and Grants for City departments. The Office reviews all finalized City Contracts, Memos of Understanding, Leases, and Grants and approves as to sufficient legal form before the matter is executed. Compliance Recent changes in Federal Law and Policy have necessitated that the Solicitor’s Office provide review and guidance to all Departments to ensure compliance with all Federal contract and grant requirements. In 2026 our Office expects this type of legal service to increase and expand. Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) Negotiations CBA Negotiations – City employees are members of three (3) unions, Service Employees (SEIU), Police (FOP), and Fire (IAFF). The Solicitor’s Office, working with outside counsel, conducts the negotiations with the Union representatives regarding new CBAs, memorandum of understanding (MOU) changes to existing CBAs, and interpretation of CBAs for implementation by City Departments. Ordinance and Resolution Drafting/Review The Solicitor’s Office provides legal assistance in the drafting and review of ordinances and resolutions intended for introduction at City Council meetings. Right to Know The City is a public agency responsible for responding to Right-to-Know requests. The Right-to- Know Law requires a presumption of openness that all records are presumed to be public records unless disclosure is exempted by law. The burden is on the government agency to establish why the record is not available. In 2023, a total of 1,265 RTKs were received. In 2024, this number increased to 1,361. This year, it is anticipated that the City will receive over 1,400 RTK requests. The Solicitor’s Office is proud of their commitment to government openness that is performed everyday through the Right-to-Know process. -- 87 of 339 -- 87 ACT 22 The City is a public agency responsible for responding to Act 22 requests. Act 22 applies to individuals seeking "any audio recording or video recording made by a law enforcement agency." The Right-to-Know Law does not apply to requests for these recordings. In 2023, a total of 33 Act 22 requests were received. In 2024, this number increased to 65. This year, it is anticipated that the City will receive over 100 Act 22 requests. CURRENT STRUCTURE OF THE SOLICITOR’S OFFICE SOLICITOR STAFFING HISTORY The Solicitor’s office consists of one (1) part-time attorney serving as City Solicitor and three (3) non-bargaining full-time attorneys (Deputy Solicitor, and two (2) Assistant Solicitors.) As of October of 2019, the City of Allentown Solicitor’s Office consisted of a full-time Solicitor, a full-time Associate Solicitor, and two (2) full-time Assistant Solicitors. The four (4) full time positions enabled the office to handle an increased number of tax and enforcement litigation actions in-house as well as begin to bring tort defense litigations in-house. In March of 2021, the vacant part-time Assistant Solicitor was made a full-time Assistant Solicitor position bringing the total number of Assistant Solicitors to three (3) and bringing the office to five (5) full-time solicitors. In 2022 the Associate Solicitor retired and one of the Assistant Solicitors was elevated to the Associate Solicitor Position and then re-classified as the Deputy Solicitor. In 2023 the full-time Solicitor resigned and was replaced with a part-time solicitor bringing the office to the current Attorney levels of one (1) part-time City Solicitor, one (1) full-time Deputy City Solicitor, and two (2) Assistant City Solicitors. Two (2) part-time Assistant City Solicitor positions remained vacant. In 2024, the attorney levels remained the same except for reducing the part-time Assistant City Solicitors from two (2) to one (1) position. In 2026, the office will continue with the current attorney levels. -- 88 of 339 -- 88 PARALEGAL STAFFING HISTORY The Solicitor’s Office consists of 4 (four) full-time staff members, all of which are experienced paralegals: the Contract Paralegal, the Litigation Paralegal, the Legal Office Administrator, and the Right-to-Know Officer. In 2017, a Litigation Paralegal position was added to the full-time staff, bringing the Solicitor Office paralegal staff to three (3), the Litigation Paralegal and two (2) Legal Administrative Assistants. Under the 2020 Budget, one of the Legal Administrative Assistants was re-classified as an Executive Legal Administrative Assistant. In March of 2020, the RTKL officer was added as an additional staff member, however, the individual hired was a licensed attorney. When the RTKL officer was promoted to full-time Assistant Solicitor, the RTKL position remained vacant. In 2021 the other Legal Administrative Assistant was re-classified as Legal Administrative Manager. In 2022, the office functioned with three (3) paralegal staff members, the Executive Legal Administrative Assistant, the Litigation Paralegal, and the Legal Administrative Manager. In 2023, the Executive Legal Administrative Assistant was reclassified as the Contract Paralegal, the Legal Administrative Manager was reclassified as the Legal Office Administrator, and the office added the Right-to-Know Officer, bringing the office to the current paralegal staff levels with four (4) full-time paralegals. In 2024, office staffing levels remained the same. During the year, the office implemented a policy of cross training all paralegal staff. All paralegals currently handle a portion of litigation support while providing back-up of the other paralegal responsibilities. In 2026, the Office will continue with the current staffing levels. SUMMER INTERN The Solicitor’s Office employed a first-year law student as a summer intern from May through August of 2024. The program was a success, the intern provided valuable legal support to the attorneys while gaining significant experience in the legal aspects of municipal government. The Solicitor’s Office will continue the program and consider candidates for a summer legal intern position for the summer of 2026. This Internship Program will provide legal research and legal -- 89 of 339 -- 89 writing assistance to attorneys and staff as well as providing municipal legal experience for local law school students. CHALLENGES FOR THE SOLICITOR’S OFFICE Moving Forward with Current Staffing Levels: In 2022, the Solicitors’ Office consisted of five (5) full-time attorneys, including the full-time Solicitor, and three (3) full-time staff members. Presently the office operates with three (3) full- time attorneys, one (1) part-time Solicitor, and four (4) staff members. The Solicitor’s office is currently at its lowest level of full-time attorneys since 2019 while maintaining increased legal responsibilities from what the office covered with five (5) full-time solicitors. Moving forward, the Office will continue to evaluate if the current staffing is sufficient to meet the legal needs of the City. Legal Services Program Expenses (000-01-0501-0006) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($690,195) (50004) Temporary Wages ($9,600) Salary for one (1) paid Intern at $9,600 (50008) Longevity Wages ($2,092) (50012) FICA Expenses ($52,960) (50014) Pension Expenses ($76,720) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($201,117) (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($750) The Law Department anticipates that it will spend $750 for mileage reimbursement. 1. Three trips to the Commonwealth Court of Harrisburg for City litigation matters. Approximately 504 miles @ $.70/mile totaling $353 2. Miscellaneous mileage reimbursements $397 (50032) Publications and Memberships ($21,848) The Law Department anticipates that it will spend $21,848.28 for Publications and Memberships. 1. Thomson Reuters West Subscription @ $905.60 monthly totaling $10,867.20 per year 2. Bar Association Membership 3 staff @ $523.00 totaling $1,569 -- 90 of 339 -- 90 3. PA Attorney License Fees 3 staff @ $275.00 totaling $825 4. Lehigh County System Access $300 per year 5. Pacer $200 per year 6. Thomson Reuters West Law Library Plan @ $109.10 monthly totaling $1,309.20 per year 7. IMLA Membership $1,274 per year 8. The Legal Intelligencer @ $503.88 per year 9. Book purchases/renewals @ $5,000 per year (50034) Training and Professional Development ($9,993) The Law Department anticipates that it will spend $9,993 for Training and Professional Development. 1. National Association of Legal Assistants Conference for 3 Paralegals @ $629 totaling $1,887 2. IMLA Conference registration $750, lodging $1,518, travel $500, meals $385 for 2 attorneys @ $3,153 totaling $6,306 3. Pennsylvania Bar Institute – ProPass Online 4 staff @ $450 totaling $1,800 (50040) Civic Expenses ($100) The Law Department estimates $100 for one (1) ticket to attend State of the City Address. (50044) Legal Services ($445,000) The Law Department estimates that it will pay outside counsel $445,000.00 in legal fees. We anticipate expenses for 2026 to be similar to 2025. The Solicitor’s salary will remain at $80,000 and will be paid out as outside legal services. The Finance Department fees increased by $15,000 to provide for contract review services for capital projects and bond counsel costs. The Department is budgeting an additional $10,000 for the Department of Community and Economic Development, for outside solicitor expenses for the Nuisance Abatement Hearing Board. Finally, in 2026 the City will be negotiating a new CBA deal with the FOP, which will require outside counsel fees to Eckert, Seamans, Cherin & Mellott, LLC. 2025 OUTSIDE COUNSEL LEGAL FEES FOR OTHER CITY OF ALLENTOWN DEPARTMENTS DEPARTMENT EXPENDITURES Finance $40,000 Zoning Hearing Board $35,000 Nuisance Abatement Board $10,000 -- 91 of 339 -- 91 Compliance $90,000 Human Resources $70,000 Human Resources (CBA Labor Negotiations) $120,000 TOTAL: $365,000 LAW DEPARTMENT 2025 PAID OUTSIDE COUNSEL FEES AS OF 6/30/25 VENDOR MATTER EXPENDITURES Jared N. Kasher, Esquire Arbitration matters $11,150.08 Robert M. Knauer, Esquire Zoning Hearing Board $4,232.50 and Davison & McCarthy PC decisions Bingaman Hess Employment Investigations $11,566.30 Eckert, Seamans, Cherin Special labor Counsel/General $15,310.50 & Mellott, LLC Labor Matters/2024-2025 IAFF, FOP & SEIU Contract Negotiations/ CBA Interpretation Assistance Joshua Mazin, Esquire Police & Fire Civil Service $8,141.02 Duane Morris, LLP Act 205/Employment $141,131.00 Investigation Hoffman & Hlavac Grievances $42,277.49 MacMain Leinhauser, PC Investigation $3,975.24 Dilworth Paxon, LLP Concession Lease $7,043.10 Agreement Issues TOTAL: $244,827.23 LAW DEPARTMENT 2024 PAID OUTSIDE COUNSEL FEES VENDOR MATTER EXPENDITURES American Arbitration Arbitration matters $13,514.77 Association, Inc. Robert M. Knauer, Esquire Zoning Hearing Board $47,685.10 Davison & McCarthy, PC Decisions Bingaman Hess Employment Investigations $28,009.59 -- 92 of 339 -- 92 Eckert, Seamans, Cherin Special Labor Counsel/General $59,591.77 & Mellott, LLC Labor Matters/2024-2025 IAFF, FOP & SEIU Contract Negotiations/CBA Interpretation Assistance Joshua Mazin, Esquire Police & Fire Civic Service $41,696.37 Duane Morris, LLP Act 205 $12,880.00 Hoffman & Hlavac Grievances $42,855.65 Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, Contract Dispute $6,147.00 P.C. Steve Nolan Consulting Internal Investigation $23,195.00 Plunkett & Graver, P.C. Construction Contract Review $270.00 Dilworth Paxon, LLP DaVinci Science Center $2,456.49 Low Income Housing TOTAL: $278,301.74 LAW DEPARTMENT 2023 PAID OUTSIDE COUNSEL FEES VENDOR MATTER EXPENDITURES American Arbitration Arbitration matters $975.00 Association, Inc. Robert M. Knauer, Esquire Zoning Hearing Board $16,180.00 David Vaida, Esquire Decisions Bingaman Hess Employment Investigations $22,758.61 Eckert, Seamans, Cherin Special Labor Counsel/ $41,250.20 & Mellott, LLC General labor Matters/ Campbell Durrant, P.C. SEIU Negotiations/2023 Police Contract Negotiations Joshua Mazin, Esquire Police & Fire Civil Service $8,568.00 Greenberg Traurig, LLP Ballot Initiative $38,121.10 -- 93 of 339 -- 93 Florio Perrucci Steinhardt Mediation $240.00 Hamburg Rubin Mullin Acquisition of Property $5,940.00 Maxwell & Lupin, PC TOTAL: $134,032.91 (50050) Other Services & Charges ($25,000) The Law Department anticipates that it will spend $25,000 on filing fees, recording fees, deposition transcription fees, transcripts/records from court depositions and court hearings, and court reporting services. In prior years, most of these fees would have been included in the Risk budget’s payment to outside counsel for negligence matters. With an increase in the number of cases being handled in-house, these costs have had to be shifted to the Solicitor’s Office budget. (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($1,000) The Law Department has an existing inventory of office supplies that will need to be replenished throughout 2026. The estimated cost is $1,000. -- 94 of 339 -- 94 Finance Department (000-02) Finance Bureau (000-02-0602) Revenue and Audit Program (000-02-0602-0008) Revenue and Audit administers the billing policy and procedures for City Real Estate, Residential Trash assessments, Stormwater Utility assessments, Business Licenses and Business Privilege Tax. The program manages the appropriate customer service, cashiering, tax certifications, business applications and account maintenance for both the real estate and business database files, as well as the central source for processing bankruptcy claims, filing municipal liens and providing payoff amounts for claims levied for the benefit of the Solid Waste and Stormwater enterprise funds. Revenue and Audit is comprised of 16 professionals: the Bureau Manager, Operations Manager, 1 Senior Tax Examiner, 5 Tax Examiners and 8 Revenue Specialists. The Bureau Manager and Operations Manager have different responsibilities overseeing the functions, staff, and day-to-day tasks of the Bureau. The tax examiners act as the City’s in-house enforcement mechanism for delinquent, general fund tax claims and municipal claims for the above-mentioned funds. Enforcement includes filing civil complaints, obtaining judgments and executing thereupon to levy the personal property of the debtor for recovery of the delinquent amounts. They are also tasked with engaging in intensive discovery of unregistered business accounts, researching all current and prior case law to ensure tax deficiency assessments are sustainable in court and to detect new sources of revenue relevant to evolving case law. Our Revenue Specialists are pivotal to the day-to-day functionality of this office and are tasked primarily with customer service, payment processing, creating new business accounts, processing tax certifications, data entry, and administrative record keeping. Revenue and Audit issues approximately 34,000 City Real Estate invoices each January, generating roughly $39,000,000 in General Fund tax revenue annually. The City also levies a Business Privilege Tax on the gross volume of business transacted within the City of Allentown. Revenue and Audit issues approximately 13,000 Business Privilege Tax invoices, generating approximately $13,000,000 in General Fund tax revenue annually. Revenue and Audit is also responsible for processing prior years city real estate remittances from the Lehigh County Tax Claim Bureau, business license fees, tax certification fees, prior water and sewer claims, -- 95 of 339 -- 95 municipal claim recoveries, and the PA Utility Realty Tax. Our primary focus is to provide quality customer service to the City of Allentown’s taxpayers. Our goal is to continually increase the recovery rate of all duly assessed taxes and municipal claims. To do this, we need to repeatedly provide new policies and procedures to automate and increase efficiency, ensuring that we are equitably enforcing regulations. Revenue and Audit Program Expenses (000-02-0602-0008) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($877,349) (50006) Premium Pay ($5,952) To meet the continuing needs of the City, there are times when our bargaining unit staff will need to work overtime to maintain our compliance efforts. The budget will cover voluntary staff overtime. We expect to offer approximately 24 hours of overtime throughout the year. If every team member elected overtime pay each time we offered overtime, the rate per hour would be $496 for the entire team. At 24 hours, that would be an expected expense of $11,895; however, we have found that roughly half of our team members elect compensation time instead of overtime pay, significantly reducing our premium pay expense. We estimate a cost of roughly $6,000 in premium pay. (50008) Longevity ($3,329) (50011) Shift Differential ($1,100) Bargaining unit team members are compensated for shift differential when working more than 8 hours in one workday. Team members are paid $1.50 per each additional hour worked more than -- 96 of 339 -- 96 their normal 8-hour workday. This $1,000 will cover the shift differential pay for overtime hours anticipated in 2026. (50012) FICA ($67,911) (50014) Pension Expenses ($153,440) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($402,234) (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($150) There may be a time when the Bureau Manager and Operations Manager are required to travel to Harrisburg to attend legislative sessions that are relevant to any business affecting the City of Allentown, specifically Revenue & Audit. Although this is a rare occurrence, we need to prepare for this to happen one time in 2026. The distance between Allentown and Harrisburg is roughly 90 miles. Considering the IRS increased the mileage reimbursement rate in 2025 to $.70 per mile, we expect the reimbursement expenses to be $150. (50032) Publications and Membership ($2,000) Some Revenue & Audit staff are members of the Pennsylvania Business Privilege and Mercantile Tax Collectors Association - an organization formed to discuss mutual problems, share experiences, and work toward uniform standards in the administration, enforcement and collection of Business Privilege and Mercantile Taxes. The dues are $50 per year for active members, which include the Bureau Manager, Operations Manager, and our 6 tax examiners. Together, this totals $400. Our staff must be members to attend the yearly Business Privilege Tax Conference to network and learn from other members who also collect business privilege tax. Wolters Kluwer – CCH AnswerConnect is a subscription service that catalogs Federal and State legal cases. This online database is continually updated with cases and legal opinions which set precedent for our collection actions and is critical for the success of Revenue & Audit. The current list price is $1,600, which gets invoiced in November; however, the price of the subscription may increase. (50034) Training and Professional Development ($5,000) The above-mentioned Pennsylvania Business Privilege and Mercantile Tax Collectors Association holds a conference each year at a different location within Pennsylvania. The cost to register is $150 per person and each one of our tax examiners as well as the managers attend. This conference is beneficial because we learn what other municipalities are doing in terms of collections and discovery of new businesses. Any new laws or regulations coming from the state -- 97 of 339 -- 97 are discussed, and it is a great opportunity to network with other jurisdictions so we can collaborate or help each other out with tax issues that arise. The total cost for registration is $900 (6 at $150 each). Along with the registration costs, there are travel costs in which we should budget for a round trip of at least 243 miles because the conference location varies, and the location is not announced until the following year. In the past, the furthest we have traveled was to Penn State which is 175 miles. This brings our mileage budget to $170 (243 at $0.70 per mile). Depending on the conference location, hotel accommodation may be necessary. We will need to budget for 6 rooms and 3 nights. Our estimate is a $150.00 room charge per night, totaling $2,700. The conference includes some but not all meals. Estimating $30 per person, per meal, for 4 meals, we are budgeting $720 for food. Each conference includes an additional networking activity. The estimated cost of this activity is $85 per person, totaling $510. All estimated costs for 2026’s Business Privilege Tax Conference bring the total budget for Training and Professional Development to $5,000. (50050) Other Services and Charges ($33,809) The General Fund court costs in this account are used almost exclusively to file civil complaints against businesses that have failed to pay BPT, after having been duly assessed according to the Local Taxpayer Bill of Rights Act 53 Pa. C.S. §§ 8421-8438. Most complaints are filed in the Magisterial District Courts (average cost $205.00). When the City obtains judgment, it transcribes the judgment from District Court to the Court of Common Pleas (cost $80.90). If the taxpayer fails to settle the judgment at this stage, execution on the judgment is filed with the prothonotary ($12.50) and service is requested from the Sheriff’s Office to levy the taxpayer’s personal property ($200.00), either tangible or intangible. Costs are recoverable and booked as revenue in account 000-46172 when recovered. We can determine expected costs by setting a performance goal for the tax examiners to issue 550 assessments in the year 2026. We will also include assessments that carry over from 2025, approximately 100. We can assume 12% of these assessments, for various reasons, will be uncollectable. After removing the uncollectable assessments, history has shown we will need to pursue 13% of outstanding assessments with legal action, starting with a civil complaint, costing -- 98 of 339 -- 98 $17,625. We can expect 87% of filed civil complaints will be paid due to this action. We will need to continue to pursue legal action in the Court of Common Pleas for the remaining 13%, costing $2,934. We need to increase our 50050 (Other Services & Charges) accounts to accommodate compliance efforts of exposing severely delinquent properties to a Real Property Sheriff’s Sale. We believe publicly notifying and pursuing this type of action will in turn bring compliance in a timely manner. The sheriff’s office and court fees associated with these sales are $1,600 per property. Advertising costs equate to $1,200 per property. Additional services are needed to begin the process of exposing four properties that are severely delinquent to a Real Property Sheriff’s Sale. A title search is required at a cost of $200 per property. The department expects to list four properties in 2026, that equals $800. Also projected for 2026 would be to retain a stenographer for any Tax Appeal Board hearings. We estimate this to happen no more than 5 times in 2026. The cost to obtain stenographer services is $150, if we hire one 5 times, that is $750. In the event we need the transcript, we incur a $5 per page fee, assuming a transcript is around 100 pages, that equals $500. (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($1,500) Revenue & Audit needs to maintain daily work function with a variety of office supplies including, counterfeit bill pens, batteries, printer cartridges, calculators, water cooler filters, among other things. We are estimating costs to be $1,000. An additional $500 for small office accessories and equipment. (50090) Refunds ($275,000) Revenue & Audit is tasked with processing refunds for overpaid General Fund taxes & fees (City Real Estate Tax, Business Privilege Tax, and Business License Fee). It is nearly impossible to assume the volume of overpaid accounts each year. A contributing factor to our expense increase was the implementation of the lockbox processing center. The City processes City Real Estate payments in 3 ways, directly processed by City Hall staff, through a mortgage upload, or through TD Bank’s lockbox feature. Removing the mortgage upload from our calculation, which is responsible for 31% of all City Real Estate transactions, lockbox has significantly decreased processing times and is responsible for processing 57% of the remaining City’s Real Estate payments. However, because the lockbox processing center is automated and focuses on expediting the payment process turnover time, payments that the processing center receives are -- 99 of 339 -- 99 processed without being able to review whether the account has already been paid. This has resulted in an increase in overpayments for City Real Estate. As of August 2025, the City’s overpaid balance on City Real Estate is rounded to $206,000. We estimate an additional $14,000 of business privilege tax to be added to this tally totaling $220,000. Assuming we expend the total 90 account, which is currently $96,000 in 2025, that will draw down our expected overpayments to $124,000. While we are working with TD to find a solution to eliminate this issue, we input an expected 2026 CRE overpayment balance of $200,000. The expected overpaid Business Privilege Tax figure totals $15,000. With total estimated overpayments of $339,000 in 2026, we are budgeting for refund expenditures of $275,000. -- 100 of 339 -- 100 Finance and Budget Administration Program (000-02-0602-0009) The Finance and Budget Administration Bureau is composed of 6 individuals: the Director of Finance, the Deputy Director of Finance, and four financial analysts, each with their own area of focus. The Bureau is tasked with the oversight of all financial affairs of the City, but mainly focuses on creating and supporting the budget, the various funds, bank reconciliations, financial reporting, cash and debt strategies, pension administration, and investments. The Finance Director is the main liaison for financial affairs for the Mayor, the Cabinet, City Council, the Controller, and the public. The Deputy Director oversees personnel matters and operations. The Financial Analysts support the departmental budgets and internal departmental functions. The objective of the bureau for the remainder of 2025 and 2026 is to hit our goal of 98% accuracy in revenue estimation and 94% accuracy in expenditure estimation in the General Fund. The shift to Zero-Based Budgeting methodology in 2023 increased accuracy in expenditure and revenue predictions. We will continue the implementation of our new ERP system called Munis, a Tyler product. The project started in October 2023 and will take 18-24 months. It begins with the General Ledger financials and Payroll in the Treasury bureau. The monthly cash balance reporting, quarterly capital and budget proposal process will also migrate to Munis. The second phase will be Human Resource Management and the third is Property & Business tax collection primarily in the Revenue & Audit bureau. The Financial Analysts will be heavily involved with all three phases as part of our oversight of the Pension & NIZ tax reporting roles. Finance and Budget Administration Program Expenses (000-02-0602-0009) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($573,124) (50008) Longevity ($2,522) (50012) FICA Expenses ($44,433) (50014) Pension Expenses ($72,760) (50016) Insurance – Employee Group ($172,386) (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($200) Travel cost reimbursement for professional events and work trips that are not for Training & Professional Development. -- 101 of 339 -- 101 (50032) Publications and Membership ($2,210) The various memberships allow for discounted educational opportunities, professional publications, networking opportunities, regional events, and other resources. 1. National Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) – ($1,290) - Base Membership for (4) individuals is $840 based on population for: Internal Audit Manager, Finance Director, Deputy Finance Director, and 1 Budget Analyst. Add-on memberships are billed at a rate of $150/each for (3) Financial Analysts Membership period runs 5/1/26 - 4/30/2027. 2. Regional Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA-PA)- ($450) - Government memberships are billed at a rate of $75/each: Finance Director, Deputy Director and (4) Financial Analysts 3. Institute for Public Procurement (NIGP) membership - ($95) - Individual membership for Deputy Director for Purchasing oversight. 4. PA Association of Public Employee Retirement Systems (PAPERS) membership ($375) - Director, Pension Financial Analyst, and either the Deputy Director or another financial analyst $125/each. (50034) Training and Professional Development ($7,200) Training & professional development to ensure that staff has access to the latest information on the industry’s best practices. Inclusive of conferences, online forum, online roundtable discussions and educational webinars: 1. GFOA webinars and other Finance/Budget online training programs for (6) Budget staff. ($1,100) 2. GFOA-PA Regional Conferences - ($3,000) - We would like to send (2) individuals to the PA GFOA conference in 2026. Average total cost for the conference is about $1,500/per attendee: registration, lodging, travel & meals. 3. GFOA National Conferences - ($2,500) - We would like to send (1) individual to the National GFOA conference in 2026. Average total cost for the conference is about $2,500/per attendee. 4. PAPERS Pension Certification program - (1) Analyst, $600/each ($600) (50040) Civic Expenses ($59) Attendance at the annual State of the City address. Tickets are $59/person, Director only. -- 102 of 339 -- 102 (50046) Other Contract Services ($43,000) 1. Financial Management Consulting Services - ($25,000) - NW Financial Group, (Eden Contract:C07-000050), to establish short-term and long-term financial and managerial objectives that strengthen the fiscal capacity of Allentown's government to administer essential public services. Current 3-year contract commenced January 1, 2022. 2. NIZ Electronic Reporting Portal annual maintenance. ($18,000) - Renewal of contract for any additional enhancements and support costs. (50050) Other Services and Charges ($266,280) 1. County & School taxes for City-owned properties; $1,400 is reimbursed by the tenants. ($5,000) 2. Stormwater fee for City-owned properties; previously Eden: 000-02-0602-0003-88. ($259,840) 3. PMRS pension plan enrollment fee ($1,440) - The city’s non-uniformed full-time and part- time permanent employees are members of the Pennsylvania Municipal Retirement System (PMRS) pension plan. At the close of a 4-month eligibility period, new hires are enrolled in the state pension plan and the city pays a $20 per person enrollment fee to the state on a quarterly basis. The budget for prior years has been $2,000 per year. Based on actual expenses from 2023 and 2024, this budget is being reduced to $1,440 for 2026. (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($700) Office supplies not provided by central supply. (50088) Interfund Transfer ($12,811,496) 1. Transfer to Equipment Fund for fleet purchases $1,246,000 2. Transfer to Risk Fund for Property & Casualty program cost $2,585,736 3. Transfer to Debt Fund for 2026 debt payments $8,303,808 $8,303,808 for General and Pension Obligation Bond Debt Service. An additional $62,405 will come from Liquid Fuels. Revenue reported under (082-7130). 4. Transfer for Trexler Fund Capital Contribution 6% City match $108,000 Estimated Trexler fund contribution for 2026 is $1,800,000. General Fund has a 6% match of the contribution. 5. Transfer to Liquid Fuels Fund ($567,952) This is the final payment of a three-payment plan transfer of funds from the General Fund to the Liquid Fuels fund for FY 2024-2026 as the -- 103 of 339 -- 103 result of an audit recommendation from the State. The auditors reviewed the Liquid Fuels funding for the years 2016-2020 and determined that paving more than one inch requires prior approval from the PA Department of Transportation. This prior approval requirement was not included in prior audits. The city has since taken steps to request this approval moving forward. The payments are not being returned to the State. The funding will remain in the Liquid Fund unappropriated balance for use on city projects. -- 104 of 339 -- 104 Accounting & Financial Management Program (000-02-0602-0010) Accounting and Financial management performs all activities necessary to ensure proper accounting for financial reporting of all City funds and account groups. Major activities include posting the books of accounts and the preparation of interim and annual financial reports in addition to a variety of special purpose reports. This program administers the City’s debt and the Fixed Asset Management systems, and monitors trustee investment activities for City- administered pension plans and invested Sinking Fund Debt Escrow Accounts. This program receives and invests all City funds and administers the City’s Cash Management Program. This program also manages the Accounts Payable system for all funds. Additionally, after January 1, 1997, the Home Rule Charter mandates that the payroll functions shall be part of the budgetary structure of the Finance Department. This program is responsible for the payment of all City wages and pension payments for the three City administered pension plans. Accounting functions are managed by two (2) Accountants, two (2) Senior Accountants, the Payroll & Treasury Coordinator and the Treasury & Accounting Manager. We record all funds coming into the City according to the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB). We produce the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) that meets the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) standards required to receive the Certificate of achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from GFOA. ACFR provides a picture of the City’s financial position and results of operations. We also comply with the annual single audit requirements. We compute the annual Minimum Municipal Obligation amounts, make the required debt payments, and complete all required filing by all agencies for all city funds. Furthermore, this program manages the Accounts Payable system for all funds. This is managed by two (2) Accounts Payable Specialists. They process vendor payments on a weekly basis and respond to the Controller Office’s inquiries. Accounts Payable Clerks also perform daily cash register deposits from the previous day’s activity and reconcile monthly P-Card activities. Every two weeks we process payrolls for all active and retired employees. This is carried out by a Payroll Administrator and Payroll & Treasury Coordinator. They perform the entire payroll/pension function for active and retired employees. They file quarterly retirement reports for the Pennsylvania Municipal Retirement System (PMRS), provide information for filing of various state, federal, local, unemployment taxes, and process and file W2s and 1099R Forms. -- 105 of 339 -- 105 Our goal is to provide excellent customer service to internal (all employees) and external (vendors) customers. We take pride in keeping updated on current changes in accounting policies and tax law changes related to Payroll. Accounting & Financial Management Program Expenses (000-02-0602-0010) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($744,429) (50004) Temporary Wages ($20,000) The Treasury Bureau will need assistance with payroll and capital assets module implementation for MUNIS, in 2026. We plan to hire a part-time position calculated at ($20/hour x 1,000 hours) (50006) Premium Pay ($1,000) Overtime pay estimated at $1,000. (50008) Longevity ($5,882) (50012) FICA Expenses ($59,160) (50014) Pension Expenses ($98,640) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($258,579) (50032) Publication and Membership ($875) 1. Government Finance Officers Association of PA (GFOA-PA) ($375) (4) Accountant (1) Manager, $75 2. National Government Finance Officers Association Membership x2 (GFOA) ($300) 3. CPA license renewal fee for two accountants ($200) (50034) Training and Professional Development ($5,500) 1. GFOA-PA Conference attendance for two employees: this four-day conference provides current information and training in the field, provides leadership and networking opportunities, and satisfies some continuing education requirement. ($3,000) 2. Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountant (PICPA): The PICPA Government Conference is a two-day virtual conference that has all the latest updates and changes, for the world of government accounting. It also gives networking opportunity for any future questions that may arise involving any of the updates and changes. The attendee will receive 16 credits for attending the conference which goes towards the 80 credits needed every two years to maintain their CPA certification. ($1,500) -- 106 of 339 -- 106 3. Other virtual conferences and trainings to keep up with the changes in the industry and requirements, attended by all available accountants. ($1,000) (50042) Repairs and Maintenance ($1,000) Repairs and maintenance of the Treasury safe including new cash drawer locks. (50046) Other Contract Services ($72,000) 1. Cheiron contractual services for OPEB ($15,000) 2. GASB 67/68 Reports ($10,000) 3. ACT 205 Forms ($7,000) 4. Other actuarial services ($40,000) (50056) Uniforms ($500) New pullovers or jackets for 9 team members. (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($2,400) 1. Checks: payroll, pension payroll, versa checks, accounts payable ($1,000) 2. Office Supplies ($300) 3. Forms: W2, 1099R, 1099NEC, 1099MISC ($1,000) 4. Calendars ($100) -- 107 of 339 -- 107 Purchasing Program (000-02-0602-0011) The Purchasing Program is a key operating function for the City of Allentown. The Purchasing team ensures that all the departments and bureaus are following the proper purchasing procedures. In 2024 we had 50 formal solicitations, 1158 purchase orders, 220 blanket PO’s, and 7,167 P-card transactions. In 2025 so far, we have had 32 formal solicitations, 508 purchase orders, 355 blanket PO’s and 4,340 P-card transactions. The Purchasing Program consists of 5 full-time non-bargaining staff. The Purchasing Agent oversees four (4) Procurement Sourcing Specialist. The Purchasing Agent attends Council meetings to get contracts approved, manage purchasing staff and processes, serves as the P-card administrator, processes solicitations, PO’s, approves all invoices/contracts/PO’s and updates/writes new policies. The Procurement Sourcing Specialists each have their own departments that they purchase for. Currently our first Procurement Sourcing Specialist oversees HR, Parks, Golf Course, Recreation and Special Events. The second Procurement Sourcing Specialist oversees Public Works, Engineering, Streets, Recycling, Building Maintenance, Traffic, Storm Sewer and Fleet. The third Procurement Sourcing Specialist oversees Building Standards, CED, Planning & Zoning, Health, Finance, IT. The fourth Procurement Sourcing Specialist oversees City Council, Mayor’s Office, Controller, Solicitor’s, Police, Police Communications, Fire and EMS. Procurement Sourcing Specialist conduct quotes, bids, rfps, submits solicitations to Council for approval, drafting resolutions, contracts, change orders, amendments, closing out contracts and sending out reminders for expiring contracts and processes purchase orders based on their department’s needs. They are also responsible for conducting vendor outreaches, surplus, maintaining vendor information, and updating/reconciliation of P-cards. The Purchasing Office will be further investing in the knowledge of their staff and will budget for trainings and conferences. Our primary goal in Purchasing is to ensure that all the staff know and understand the rules and regulations that the City must follow. As a result, the Purchasing Department’s biggest expenditure is training and development to invest in our staff. It is our intent to not only provide staff with the necessary knowledge they need to perform the core functions of their job effectively and efficiently, but to ensure the Purchasing Office productivity level will increase. This is due to staff knowing and understanding the policies and -- 108 of 339 -- 108 procedures and being able to efficiently and accurately deal with issues that arise. While doing so we hope to decrease the time it takes to process all items within the department. The Purchasing Office is continuously looking on ways to improve. We will be researching Pennbid a different Online Bid Management system. We are hoping this will allow us to reach more vendors to respond to our solicitations. Finally, the Purchasing Office is looking to ensure we conduct at least 2 vendor outreach events for the year. This will help the Purchasing team to expand the City’ vendor resources to ensure we obtain best price and services. We hope in doing so that we receive more responses to our solicitations and increase the number of vendors that are registered with Public Purchase. In 2026, Purchasing must budget on a zero-basis budget. Based on the above, the Purchasing Office’s 2026 performance objectives are, ranked in order: 1. Research Pennbid and whether it would be beneficial to the city and reach more vendors. 2. Increase Productivity; currently it takes 2-3 weeks to process most items. We are looking to have a maximum duration of 2 weeks or less. Since the garage has come back under City management, we were able to move some of their purchases to the P-card to increase productivity. We also hope to increase the P-card revenue by putting smaller purchases on them instead of processing purchase orders, to take it from our previous $11,223.54 in 2023, $36,961.55 in 2024 and $32,730.32 in 2025 to $35,000.00 in 2026. 3. Conduct at least 2 Vendor Outreaches. Purchasing Program Expenses (000-02-0602-0011) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($415,468) (50008) Longevity ($2,978) (50012) FICA Expenses ($32,011) (50014) Pension Expenses ($54,800) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($143,655) (50032) Publications and Memberships ($1,895) The Purchasing Office has memberships that are crucial for the positions. Those include: 1. PAPPA (5) staff dues at $20 per person totaling $100. 2. NIGP Agency dues (1) staff at $195, (4) staff at $100 totaling $400 -- 109 of 339 -- 109 3. Centralizing the General Fund expenditure for the City’s Amazon Prime business account: Building Maintenance, Streets, Police, Communications, Fire, IT Department, Parks & Recreation, Health Department, CED, EMS, Park Maintenance & Risk Management $1,200 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($7,000) 1. Various Workshops: These are crucial for the Purchasing Office to ensure that they learn more about the processes and procedures on public procurement. The estimated cost is $1,000. 2. NIGP Forum: (2 staff members) This conference allows staff to learn how other entities conduct public procurement in their sector. While also taking courses to ensure we are staying up to date on new information and trainings. The estimated cost is $4,000. 3. Area 2 Conference: (2 staff members) This conference allows staff to learn how other entities conduct public procurement in their sector. While also taking courses to ensure we are staying up to date on new information and trainings. The estimated cost is $2,000. (50050) Other Services and Charges ($200) Federally Funded Bid/RFPs: In the event we need to put a solicitation in the paper we allot a small dollar amount to cover the expense. (50056) Uniforms ($250) For staff to wear to conferences, procurement events and vendor outreaches. (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($500) 1. Office-type supplies: The purchasing office has an existing inventory of specific pens, notebooks and other miscellaneous office supplies that will need to be replenished throughout 2026. The estimated cost is $300. 2. Air Purifier: The purchasing office needs to maintain their air purifier by purchasing filters and the estimated cost is $100. 3. Water Machine: The purchasing office splits the cost of filters for the water machine with Finance and Revenue and Audit. We estimate that we will need to purchase 1 set of filters the estimated cost is $100. -- 110 of 339 -- 110 Public Works Department (000-03) Public Works Director’s Bureau (000-03-0701) The Director’s Budget consists of the personnel costs for the Director of Public Works and the Deputy Director of Public Works. It also includes mileage, memberships, training, and civic expenses. Administration Program Expenses (000-03-0701-0013) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($77,685) (50008) Longevity ($772) (50012) FICA Expenses ($6,002) (50014) Pension Expenses ($6,576) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($17,239) (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($50) Provides for the mileage reimbursement for any meetings, normally through the turnpike fees. (50032) Publications & Memberships ($715) Provides for both the Director & Deputy Director to maintain professional memberships through PennDOT Publications, (2) memberships for the Director and Deputy Director for the American Public Works Association (APWA) membership at $185 each and (1) American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) registry for the Deputy Director at $245 per year. This account also pays for our PennDOT Publications $100. (50034) Training & Professional Development ($10,250) Provides for training at the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) National Convention for the Deputy Director, American Public Works Association (APWA) Annual Congress & Expo being held in Houston Texas and APWA Snow Conference Training for the administrative staff. Additional training to allow professional development for both the Director and the Deputy Director or for other staff within Public Works as the Director sees fit. • ASCE National Convention $1,750.00 • Professional Development Courses $5,000.00 • APWA Annual Congress & Expo $1,750.00 • APWA Snow Conference Training $1,750.00 -- 111 of 339 -- 111 (50040) Civic Expenses ($259) Attendance at State of the City ($59) and the LVPC Traffic Symposium ($200). Office of Compliance Program (000-03-0701-0014) The Office of Compliance is responsible for administering, overseeing, evaluating, and enforcing the compliance of the Allentown Water and (Sanitary) Sewer Utility System Concession and Lease Agreement (CLA) and the Operating Standards (OS) policies and procedures set forth from the City. The Office of Compliance advocates fairness, serves as a source of information and support, and acts as a conduit between Lehigh County Authority (LCA) and the City. Office of Compliance Program Expenses (000-03-0701-0014) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($219,878) (50004) Temporary Wages ($51,027) This expenditure is for (1) Summer intern to work with the compliance staff to continue the records archive program. Also included is (1) Part Time Clerk 3 to provide administrative support budgeted at the appropriate pay for a full year. (50008) Longevity ($4,518) (50012) FICA Expenses ($21,070) (50014) Pension Expenses ($24,112) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($63,208) (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($50) Provides for the mileage reimbursement for any meetings, normally through the turnpike fees. (50032) Publications & Memberships ($445) Provides for both Compliance Officers to maintain professional memberships for (2) American Public Works Association (APWA) ($370) and (1) membership for a Compliance Auditor for the Eastern Operators Association ($75). (50034) Training & Professional Development ($1,750) Provides for the training of (2) Compliance Auditors for the Treatment Plant Operator (TPO) Certification ($1,300) and training and for (3) to attend the American Water Works Association (AWWA) Northeast District semi-annual conferences held 2 times per year ($450). -- 112 of 339 -- 112 (50046) Other Contracted Services ($40,000) Consulting engineering and strategic planning services to meet the on-going requirements of the EPA Administrative Orders and the PaDEP, represents the City’s position in Act 537 planning for system-wide solutions, and to provide services, tasks, and concerns relating to the Concession Lease Agreement with Lehigh County Authority. • Consultation for LCA Lease $30,000 • Engineering Consultant $10,000 (50056) Uniforms ($460) This account covers the cost of replacement uniforms for the Compliance Office staff. (50068) Operating Materials & Supplies ($112) Provides for the purchase of lignin-free and acid-free boxes and paper in support of the records archive program. (50090) Refunds ($5,000) Provides for refunds through the Water Sewer rebate program. • Water Sewer Rebate Program (Water) $2,500 • Water Sewer Rebate Program (Sewer) $2,500 -- 113 of 339 -- 113 Engineering Bureau (000-03-0702) The primary functions of the Engineering Bureau are to provide: professional services including infrastructure capital project design and construction administration; subdivision and land development review and public improvements security administration; public improvements inspection services, design drafting, professional surveying capabilities to support the development and construction of the numerous infrastructure projects undertaken by the City and private development within public rights of ways; review of private development building permits for compliance with City Ordinances and Codes; and maintenance of permanent records of the City's infrastructure as required by state law under the Third-Class City Code. Engineering activities include survey, design, contract document preparation, construction administration, inspection of all city streets, curbing, sidewalk, and ADA handicap ramp work, utilities, bridges, bridge rehabilitation, review of subdivisions and land developments and public improvements cost estimates, drafting all city as-built plans, curb grade plans, and block plan updates reflecting infrastructure improvements within the City. Maintain and update the official city maps and multiple layers of the City GIS mapping system. Design, Permits & Inspection Program Expenses (000-03-0702-0015) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($945,888) (50006) Premium Pay ($6,000) Provides for the overtime for (8) Engineering staff to survey, assist with tree plantings, or assist with snow operations in the winter months. (50008) Longevity ($10,000) (50011) Shift Differential ($1,000) (50012) FICA Expenses ($74,158) (50014) Pension Expenses ($133,712) (50015) Employee Health Insurance Opt Out ($1,500) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($350,518) (50026) Printing ($13,328) OCE plotter lease with Canon ($12,848) and print services for other printers ($480). -- 114 of 339 -- 114 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($100) Provides for the mileage reimbursement for any meetings, normally through the turnpike fees. (50030) Rentals ($3,000) Account includes the City’s lease agreement for access to the Hamilton St Dam. (50032) Publications & Memberships ($1,830) Provides for the membership to various Engineering entities including (4) American Public Works Association (APWA) membership for the City Engineer, two Project Managers and one Administrative Manager ($740). Also includes (2) Sewage Enforcement Officer for the Chief Designer/Chief Surveyor and Deputy Director ($100), (1) International Society of Arboriculture Recertification for the Tree Inspector ($200), (1) American Society of Civil Engineers for the City Engineer ($265), (1) Professional Engineering licenses for the City Engineer ($100), (1) Professional Land Surveyor License ($100), (1) CDL reimbursement, and (1) ISA Membership ($150) and Chapter dues for the City’s Tree Inspector ($75). (50034) Training & Professional Development ($9,750) Includes training for the Bureau of Engineering including (1) Professional Engineer (PE) for the City Engineer ($850), (2) Sewage Enforcement Officer (SEO) Training for the Deputy Director and the Chief Designer/Surveyor ($900), and for (1) ISA Arborist continuing education courses to obtain credits required for staff to be able to renew their professional licenses and certifications ($3,000). Also includes training for one employee to attend the Public Works Conference ($2,000), training for one construction inspector to obtain certification from the American Concrete Institute (ACI) ($500) and one employee to attend the APWA Construction Inspection Seminar ($300). Lastly, training includes costs associated with a staff member attending the APWA Snow Conference ($1,200), and E&S PCSM Inspection Training ($1,000). (50042) Repairs & Maintenance ($4,350) Provides for microfiche maintenance ($3,600) and survey equipment calibration maintenance ($750). (50046) Other Contracted Services ($105,000) Provides for a consultant for survey service on an as needed basis for $55,000 and the land development reviews pertaining to traffic and stormwater for $50,000. (50050) Other Services & Charges ($3,000) Provides for the cost of liens placed when the City completes curb and sidewalk replacement at properties and the owners fail to pay for services. -- 115 of 339 -- 115 (50054) Repairs & Maintenance Supplies ($2,550) Provides for the purchase of various supplies such as paint ($150), survey stakes, etc. for survey employees ($200) as well as Risk Management claims of $500 or less ($2,000), and inspector tools/supplies ($200). (50056) Uniforms ($3,040) This account covers the cost of replacement uniforms for both bargaining & non-bargaining staff. 1. Uniforms for Survey Staff $750 2. Safety Shoes $800 3. Supervisory Fleece $450 4. Supervisory Polo Shirts $720 5. Inspector Polo Shirts $320 (50068) Operating Materials & Supplies ($16,625) Provides for the purchase of field books ($375) and plotter paper ($1,250), batteries ($1,000) and other office supplies not furnished by the mailroom ($1,000), PA One Call activity fees ($13,000). (50073) Equipment Over $5,000 ($6,283) Purchase of a new Microfiche machine to replace the old aging machine. (50090) Refunds ($500) Refunds for curbing & sidewalk billing and excavation. -- 116 of 339 -- 116 Fleet Maintenance Operations Bureau (000-03-0704) This program provides for the service and repair of all City owned/leased motorized vehicles and equipment done in-house. It includes a computerized fleet management system and accountability/acquisition of fuels. This bureau performs state inspections, road service, lubes, painting, and rebuilding of component parts for vehicles and equipment. It also stocks and issues computer-tracked parts, makes repairs due to accidents, and performs welding for the fleet. This program performs intensive preventative maintenance on over 680 vehicles and extensive rebuilding/refurbishing of select vehicles, while providing 24-hour standby support. Fleet Service & Repair Program Expenses (000-03-0704-0016) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($1,175,349) (50004) Temporary Wages ($32,000) Provides for (1) part time Clerk 3 to assist with entering invoices and requisitions and ordering parts when needed. (50006) Premium Pay ($40,000) Provides overtime for (13) employees, call outs of emergency vehicles, and snow operations. (50008) Longevity ($7,611) (50011) Shift Differential ($12,506) (50012) FICA Expenses ($98,376) (50014) Pension Expenses ($164,400) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($430,965) (50026) Printing ($4,000) Provides for the purchase of City seals, fleet numbers for all city vehicles (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($1,050) Provides for the purchase of EZ-Passes to be used by various city personnel. (50030) Rentals ($168,252) Municipal garage rental Contract C12-000048 (Munis Contract # 361) with Lehigh Northampton Airport Authority. 1. January-October 2026 @ $13,111.21 mo. 2. November-December 2026 @ $13,570.10 mo. Machine rental of air compressor for nitrogen system, hoist, etc. $10,000 -- 117 of 339 -- 117 (50032) Publications & Memberships ($4,465) Provides for (4) CDL reimbursements ($400) and provides for the membership of (1) for the America Public Works Association (APWA) ($185). State Inspection renewals ($1,080), Emissions renewals ($960), Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) ($1,700) and Emergency Vehicle (EV) renewal ($140). (50034) Training & Professional Development ($7,635) Provides for Motor Vehicle Agent Service course for the Fleet Manager ($200) and Notary Card Agent Insurance Bond ($350). Professional development for management staff ($1,100), (4) State Inspection Training ($920), (4) Emissions Training ($940), (45) Automotive Service Excellence Training (ASE) ($4,050) and (1) EVT Certification at $75 each are included. (50042) Repairs & Maintenance ($381,500) Provides for FuelMaster system ($1,500), vehicle lift repairs ($5,000), and vehicle repairs not able to be done in house ($375,000). (50046) Other Contracted Services ($57,300) This account provides for the underground storage tank inspections at the Golf Course ($2,800) and above ground storage tank as needed ($500). It also provides for the Cintas’ agreement for mats & rugs ($3,000), car wash service ($6,000), the towing contract ($15,000) and the installation of a drive on lift ($30,000). (50050) Other Services & Charges ($1,227) Provides for the above ground storage tank registration fee at the city garage ($400). Provides for the emissions test fees ($502). Also provides for the Underground Storage Tank - Registration Fee ($200), Underground Storage Tank - Capacity Fee (Golf Course) ($100), and Annual Card Agent Background Check ($25). (50054) Repairs & Maintenance Supplies ($1,648,500) Provides for various fleet supplies including vehicle parts ($1,600,000), paint ($18,720) and welding supplies ($13,520), vehicle repair parts/supplies ($5,460), and risk claims paid by the Fleet Bureau ($3,000). Also includes reimbursement for tools under $200 for employees per the MOU ($6,500) and tools for shop ($1,300). (50056) Uniforms ($12,050) 1. Cintas uniform agreement & safety shoes ($5,600) 2. Safety Shoes ($3,000) 3. Supervisor Uniforms (Polo/Fleece) ($750) -- 118 of 339 -- 118 4. Specialty Welding Uniform ($2,400) 5. Specialty Welding Boots ($300) (50062) Fuels, Oils & Lubricants ($1,280,000) This includes fuel (gasoline & diesel) to operate city vehicles and equipment year-round. Provides for motor oil, hydraulic fluid, and grease. • 254,000 gallons unleaded gasoline, estimated at $3.50 per gallon, $890,000. • 144,000 gallons diesel gasoline estimated $3.25 per gallon, $467,500. • 10,000 gallons winter fuel reserve estimated $3.25 per gallon, $32,500. • $50,000 for lubricants and grease Recycling and Stormwater Contribution -$160,000 (50066) Chemicals ($15,540) Provides for welding gas ($5,500), DEF Fluid ($8,040), and propane ($2,000). (50068) Operating Materials & Supplies ($9,250) Provides for office supplies ($1,000), PPE ($1,000), reimbursement for tools over $200 for employees per the MOU ($6,500), and fire extinguisher replacement ($750). (50072) Equipment ($20,000) Provides for the purchase of miscellaneous tools for the garage. -- 119 of 339 -- 119 Building Maintenance Bureau (000-03-0707) This program is responsible for the preventative maintenance, repairs, and construction of all city owned buildings. Building Maintenance functions include general housekeeping and provisions for the health and safety of the public and employees. In addition to the warehousing and distribution of janitorial supplies and copy paper, this program is also responsible for the issuance of keys to all city facilities. Building Maintenance Program Expenses (000-03-0707-0017) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($1,176,005) (50004) Temporary Wages ($145,408) (3) Part Time MWI Custodians, each work approximately 29 hours per week. (1) Part Time Clerk 3, and (1) Summer Laborer at $15/hour, budgeted for 640 hours to assist with simple office tasks and preparing the documents from various city departments to be shredded. (50006) Premium Pay ($45,000) Provides for overtime for call outs and other scheduled work within Building Maintenance, (16) bargaining and (2) non-bargaining overtime eligible positions. (50008) Longevity ($11,335) (50011) Shift Differential ($14,885) (50012) FICA Expenses ($108,174) (50014) Pension Expenses ($197,280) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($517,158) (50020) Power ($1,200,660) In 2023, the City moved to centralize its electric power under Building Maintenance. The costs per building are as follows: Electric - City Hall $171,000 Electric – Bridgeworks $18,000 Electric - Bridgeworks, Suite F $12,000 Electric - Bridgeworks, Suite G $7,200 Electric - 10th St $10,308 Electric - 1001 Hamilton St (APD) $11,400 -- 120 of 339 -- 120 Electric - 7th St Fountain $600 Electric - City Rentals $2,000 Electric - Communications Building $10,200 Electric - Police Academy & Barn $15,000 Electric - Streets Dept & Garage Complex $42,408 Electric - 2100 Linden St $1,200 Electric - Streets Fuel Island $3,000 Electric - 6 Fire Stations $51,600 Electric - New Fire Academy/EOC Center $17,244 Electric - Savercool Radio Tower Site $4,500 Electric - Parks Restrooms, Lighting, Parks, Office, Poolhouse, etc.$75,000 Electric - Lights in the Parkway $3,000 Power for Traffic Signals, Flashing School Signs and Pedestrian Poles $120,000 Power for Street Lighting $500,000 Statewide electric 20% increase $125,000 (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($50) Provides for the mileage reimbursement for any meetings, normally through the turnpike fees. (50030) Rentals ($10,000) Provides for a crane rental for the HVAC replacements and snow equipment. (50032) Publications & Memberships ($835) Provides for American Public Works Association (APWA) membership for the Facilities Manager at $185, (3) Master license reimbursements at $150 each, and (2) CDL reimbursements at $100 each (50034) Training & Prof. Develop ($5,200) Provides for (4) HVAC Training at $3,600 and (1) electrician training at $1,600 to remain current with new procedures and advancements in their field. (50042) Repairs & Maintenance ($220,462) Provides for the service calls for generators, fees charged on emergency callouts for the elevators, and emergency callouts for garage door repairs at both Fire and Police and other city properties. -- 121 of 339 -- 121 1. Contracted repairs to HVAC systems, boiler, air quality test & mold remediation and permits $24,432 2. HVAC maintenance & service calls $9,000 3. Generator PM $5,791 4. Elevator maintenance / call outs $18,725 5. Elevator emergency service calls $3,900 6. Primary data center generator maint (transfer switch-yearly testing) moved from IT budget $5,000 7. Generator service calls $6,600 8. Fire protection maintenance and service calls $6,080 9. UPS system PM (City Hall & PSB) $6,000 10. PSB emergency cell block cleaning $1,000 11. Automation system PM - City Hall & PSB Building $30,475 12. Fire alarm maintenance - under contract (City Hall, PSB, Bridgeworks, Keck) $19,116 13. Fire alarm monitoring - Mack South $705 14. Fire alarm annual service call - Keck Park $800 15. Water treatment - City Hall & PSB Building $8,038 16. Pest control $2,100 17. Floor drain cleaning / emergency plumbing $8,000 18. Fall protection inspection $2,500 19. Furnace PMs$ 5,000 20. Garage door repairs $50,000 21. Annual service to chemical dispensers $7,200 (50046) Other Contracted Services ($16,800) Provides for the monthly cost for window cleaning contract for City buildings ($16,800). LWC Services (Window Cleaning) contract # 16 is a 3-year base term contract from 9/28/2022- 9/28/2025 with (2) two additional one (1) year terms. Cost each year is $16,800. (50050) Other Services & Charges ($3,475) Provides for elevator ($400) and boiler ($700) certifications and miscellaneous permits as needed for repairs ($375). This account also provides for the payment of water bills for vacant city properties ($2,000). -- 122 of 339 -- 122 (50054) Repairs & Maintenance Supplies ($168,800) Provides for maintenance supplies such as: 1. Repair parts ($8,000) 2. Paint ($4,000) 3. Filters ($12,000) 4. Supplies and materials ($5,000) 5. Paper towels & toilet paper ($30,000) 6. Custodial supplies ($20,000) 7. Carpet ($6,000) 8. Lumber ($6,000) 9. Ceiling and floor tiles ($7,000) 10. Interior renovation, etc. ($5,000) 11. Lamps, Wire, breakers & Other Electrical Supplies ($15,000) 12. Fasteners ($2,000) 13. Pipes and fittings ($8,000) 14. Risk Management Claims under $500: ($1,500) 15. 10th St Patrol Cleaning Supplies ($3,500) 16. In-house repairs to: HVAC Systems, boiler, air quality test, and permits ($20,000) 17. Police Academy Cleaning, Paper Supplies, Trash Bags ($5,800) Also provides $10,000 to purchase Smart thermostats for City buildings to bring down electric costs. (50055) Property Repairs ($224,225) Used to maintain City owned rental properties (50056) Uniforms ($11,345) This account covers the cost of replacement uniforms for both bargaining & non-bargaining staff. 1. Bargaining employee uniforms $5,780 2. Safety shoes $3,400 3. Supervisor polo shirts $90 4. Supervisor fleece jackets $75 5. Specialized electrician uniforms $2,000 -- 123 of 339 -- 123 (50062) Fuels, Oils & Lubricants ($264,077) This account includes UGI gas billings for city properties and for vacant city rental properties. 1. City Hall/PSB $70,000 2. Bridgeworks $60,000 3. 10th St Police Station $3,600 4. Heating Oil - Vacant City Rentals $2,000 5. UGI - Municipal Garage $63,654 6. UGI - Garage Backup Generator $2,546 7. UGI - Streets Bldg $1,582 8. UGI – Communications $6,600 9. UGI - Fire Houses $54,095 (50066) Chemicals ($6,200) Provides for the purchase of salt for City properties and sidewalks ($3,200), chemicals for the HVAC units ($1,000) and propane ($2,000). (50068) Operating Materials & Supplies ($16,000) Provides for the purchase of office supplies not supplied by the mail room ($2,500), PPE ($1,500), flags ($1,000), tools ($9,000), batteries ($1,000) and engraving desk/door plates ($1,000). (50072) Equipment ($27,500) Provides for the purchase of tools over $1,000 for $7,500 and $20,000 for emergency equipment replacement for the HVAC units, boilers, hot water heaters, etc. -- 124 of 339 -- 124 Streets Bureau (000-03-0716) This bureau is responsible for the paving and reconstruction of streets, alleys, and the restoration of utility cuts and trenches, repair of sinkholes, frost boils and potholes, crack-sealing, shaping unimproved streets, and minor maintenance of bridges. Coverage is also provided for a variety of civic service projects and for any emergency situations. This bureau incorporates all phases of salting, pre-wetting of city streets prior to a snowstorm event, and plowing and snow removal with 24-hour coverage during the winter season (November to April). This bureau includes hand sweeping by city crews of city streets, alleys and certain posted areas which are not a part of the automatic sweeping program. The Streets Bureau is responsible for the entire removal of leaves from the city streets. Streets Maintenance Program Expenses (000-03-0716-0017) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($269,430) (50006) Premium Pay ($31,500) Provides for overtime for both (3) bargaining and (1) non-bargaining employees for street work, PPL & Special Events, and $15,000 for extra winter operations assistance. (50008) Longevity ($5,259) (50011) Shift Differential ($5,230) (50012) FICA Expenses ($23,747) (50014) Pension Expenses ($43,840) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($114,924) (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($100) Provides for the mileage reimbursement for any meetings, normally through the turnpike fees. (50032) Publications & Memberships ($1,170) Provides for (2) memberships to American Public Works Association (APWA) at $185 totaling ($370) and (8) CDL reimbursements at $100 each ($800). (50034) Training & Prof. Develop ($3,500) Provides for paving technician training at $500, snow and ice control training at $1,000, and management level training for $2,000 for supervisors. -- 125 of 339 -- 125 (50042) Repairs & Maintenance ($2,240) Includes pest control for the Streets Bureau building at 1825 Grammes Road ($240) and removal & disposal sludge oil separator ($2,000). (50046) Other Contracted Services ($3,587) Provides for the (2) weather services Accu Weather ($2,087) and Weatherworks ($1,500). (50054) Repairs & Maintenance Supplies ($493,950) This account provides for: 1. Various materials for street maintenance $300,000 2. Street maintenance seal coating $50,000 3. Material for LCA water cuts $70,000 4. Rubberized crack seal $31,750 5. Equipment parts - in house repairs $6,000 6. Hand tools $8,000 7. Mason twine, large dark trash bags for animal pick up, etc. $2,300 8. Vehicle poly-cotton wiping rags $2,000 9. Transport chain $3,000 10. Large concrete saw blades $1,500 11. Small concrete saw blades $2,400 12. Dead end barricade replacements $2,000 13. Risk management claims $15,000 (50056) Uniforms ($19,480) This account covers the cost of replacement uniforms for both bargaining & non-bargaining staff. 1. Bargaining uniforms $12,000 2. Safety shoes $7,000 3. Supervisor polo shirts $480 (50066) Chemicals ($210,160) Pricing for rock salt has increased from $85.92/ton to $91.08/ton on the cooperative purchasing agreement. In 2026 we will purchase 2,000 ton at $91.08 Also includes propane ($6,000) and (2) deliveries of liquid calcium for up to 16,000 gallons ($16,000), and asphalt release agent ($6,000). -- 126 of 339 -- 126 (50068) Operating Materials & Supplies ($21,300) This account provides for: 1. Office supplies not supplied by the mailroom $300 2. Safety and First Aid supplies $500 3. PPE $5,000 4. Dietz Flashers $1,500 5. Safety Equipment $500 6. Roadway Safety Signs $5,500 7. Plastic Barricades/Cones $5,000 8. Safety Audit Items $1,000 9. RX Safety Glasses $1,000 10. Batteries $1,000 (50072) Equipment ($5,000) Provides for the purchase of a backpack blower and jumping jack. -- 127 of 339 -- 127 Traffic Planning & Control Bureau (000-03-0807) The Bureau of Traffic Planning and Control handles the City of Allentown’s roadway signs, streetlights, traffic signals, and flashing warning devices. Currently we have 200 active traffic signals, 60 flashing warning devices, 8,000 streetlights, and over 33,500 street signs. Additionally, the Traffic Bureau is tasked with all pavement markings and other related items which serve the public by providing safe and efficient movement of vehicles and pedestrians on city streets. Traffic Planning & Control Program Expenses (000-03-0807-0018) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($852,936) (50004) Temporary Wages ($19,200) (2) Summer Laborers $15/hour, budgeted for 640 hrs., to assist with curb painting, street sign maintenance, etc. (50006) Premium Pay ($85,000) Overtime, standby, and callouts (bargaining), overtime for special events and PPL events. (50008) Longevity ($5,910) (50011) Shift Differential ($2,925) (50012) FICA Expenses ($76,104) (50014) Pension Expenses ($131,520) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($344,772) (50026) Printing ($9,700) Provides for the purchase of temporary “No Parking” signs ($200) & stickers for street signs ($250), printer maintenance ($250), and sign fabrication ($9,000). (50030) Rentals ($3,000) Provides for rental of traffic control devices, such as a traffic counter, on an as needed basis. (50032) Publications & Memberships ($2,535) Provides for (2) memberships to American Public Works Association (APWA) for the Traffic Superintendent and Project Manager ($370), (1) Institute of Transportation Engineers Membership (ITE) and magazine for the Traffic Superintendent ($350), ITE Journal ($150), (9) International Municipal Signal Association Membership (IMSA) for the Traffic Signal Techs, and managers ($765), and (9) CDL reimbursements at $100 each ($900). -- 128 of 339 -- 128 (50034) Training & Prof. Development ($5,100) Provides for the International Municipal Signal Association Membership (IMSA) training for (6) Traffic Signal Technicians to become fully IMSA Certified Traffic Signal Technicians. (50042) Repairs & Maintenance ($3,500) Provides for the repairs of the paint and thermo machines. (50046) Other Contracted Services ($191,333) The line painting contract ($120,000), grant preparation/submission assistance ($12,833), and Traffic/Engineering consultant services ($24,500). Also included are the concrete foundation replacements ($9,000), wood pole installations ($10,000), and tree trimming contract ($15,000). (50050) Other Services & Charges ($2,100) Provides for grant application fees ($300) and advertising fees in The Morning Call at approximately $600 per ad total ($1,800). (50054) Repairs & Maintenance Supplies ($92,475) Provides for various supplies to be purchased to support the traffic functions such as junction boxes, cable & wire, traffic markings & paint supplies, electrical cleaning products, hand tools, as well as Risk Claims at $500. Also includes supplies such as house shield, splicing material, LED fixtures, and solar batteries, etc. With the recent grants the City is working on, funding will be needed for additional pedestrian and traffic safety improvements. This account includes: 1. Signal line/junction box equipment $2,400 2. Signal control equipment batteries $1,000 3. Cable & wire $1,500 4. Electric tape, cable ties, wire nuts $700 5. Bandit products $1,000 6. Concrete saw blades $1,500 7. Loop sealant $2,000 8. Concrete bags (sign foundations) $300 9. Traffic marking, paint, brushes, trays, rollers $5,000 10. Traffic marking paint for PA one calls $2,500 11. Curb paint $3,000 12. Conduit, nipples, elbow $700 13. Electrical cleaning products & lubricants $400 -- 129 of 339 -- 129 14. Circuit breakers, fuses $300 15. Paint machine parts $1,000 16. Hardware nuts, bolts, washers $1,500 17. Twine (postings) $300 18. Drill bits $100 19. Hand tools $500 20. In house tool repairs (air hammer/drill) $600 21. Adaptive system replacement parts $11,000 22. Risk management claims $1,500 23. Lamps (high pressure sodium) $1,500 24. Lamps (metal halide) $1,250 25. Photo control (old - high pressure sodium) $1,000 26. Junction boxes $1,800 27. Splicing material $1,000 28. House shields $2,500 29. Mercury relays $675 30. Fuses/holders $4,000 31. LED fixtures / pedestrian lights $8,500 32. LED light fixture $9,000 33. Cable and wire $2,500 34. Telecell (New LED Photo Cell) $4,200 35. Breakaway street pole foundation $3,750 36. UPole bulk order (save on shipping) $12,000 (50056) Uniforms ($4,700) This account covers the cost of replacement uniforms for both bargaining & non-bargaining staff. 1. Bargaining employee uniforms $2,500 2. Safety shoes $2,200 (50066) Chemicals ($3,500) Provides for the purchase of propane ($1,500) and thermoplastic chemicals ($2,000). -- 130 of 339 -- 130 (50068) Operating Materials & Supplies ($182,470) Provides for the purchase of retro-reflective backplates for signal heads, flashers, solar batteries, traffic signal hardware, traffic signs and posts, thermoplastic traffic legends, thermoplastic compounds and reflective glass, timers, traffic lights, barricades, PPE, etc. Also includes street light arm and globes. With the recent grants the City is working on, funding will be needed for additional pedestrian and traffic safety improvements. (50073) Equipment Over $5,000 ($108,400) Provides for the purchase of an uninterrupted power supply for the new cabinets and a spare Gridsmart camera ($18,000). Also provides for the purchase of traffic signal mast arms and poles (20’ & 40’) ($15,000) and ($28,000), street light poles ($14,400), replacement of speed cushions ($5,000), and decorative poles ($20,000), and tools ($8,000). (50076) Construction Contracts ($90,000) Provides for construction assistance for MLK and Mack Blvd lighting projects. -- 131 of 339 -- 131 Police Department (000-04) Police Bureau (000-04-0802) Police Operations Program Expenses (000-04-0802-0021) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($22,995,678) (50003) Holiday Pay ($1,518,635) The bureau budget to pay for holiday pay for all employees. This includes a 3% increase per Collective Bargaining Agreement members. (50005) Education Pay ($140,000) The bureau budget to pay for education pay and annual military stipend per Collective Bargaining Agreement. This is a contractual increase starting January 2023. This figure is based on the compliment of 228. (50006) Premium Pay ($2,575,000) The bureau budget to pay for overtime for all employees. This also includes a 3% increase per Collective Bargaining Agreement members. Also included is arena OT, special events, pool OT, parks OT, DUI checkpoint, DUI rovers, aggressive driving, etc. (50007) Extra Duty Pay ($250,000) The bureau budget to pay officers who work Extra Duty jobs. (50008) Longevity ($313,355) (50009) Uniform Allowance ($185,400) The bureau budget to pay employees uniform allowances per Collective Bargaining Agreement and SEIU contracts. This is a contractual increase per the Collective Bargaining Agreement. (50011) Shift Differential ($150,000) The bureau budget to pay employees shift differential. This is a contractual increase per the Collective Bargaining Agreement. (50012) FICA Expenses ($586,150) (50014) Pension Expenses ($9,642,745) (50015) Employee Health Insurance Opt Out ($4,999) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($7,096,557) -- 132 of 339 -- 132 (50017) New Hire Incentive ($100,000) Fully grant funded hiring bonuses for police new hires who currently are Act 120 Certified or Officers graduating from the Police Academy. (50022) Telephone ($4,200) The bureau budget is to pay for internet services not on the City of Allentown network like confidential internet ($3,000) and SVU internet ($1,200). (50026) Printing ($3,195) The bureau budget to pay for ID unit printers ($780) as well as Traffic ($1,365) and non-traffic citations ($1,050). (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($1,700) The bureau budget to pay investigative costs for travel ($1,000) and non-training reimbursements for mileage ($700). (50030) Rental Expenses ($249,600) Police Temporary Headquarters Lease Agreement (50032) Publications & Membership ($8,195) The bureau budget to pay for memberships to several professional entities. The budget covers subscriptions for several online applications used by the department. Qty Unit Cost Amount PA Chiefs of Police - PCPA 3 $150 $450 International Chiefs of Police - IACP 3 $200 $600 FBI Leeda 4 $50 $200 FBI Academy 1 $110 $110 Lehigh County Chiefs of Police 1 $150 $150 MAGLOCLEN 1 $400 $400 PERF 1 $475 $475 PA Police Accreditation - PPAC 1 $200 $200 PLEAC 1 $1,250 $1,250 NTOA - ERT Team 1 $450 $450 DVNA - CNT Team 12 $25 $300 NAPWDA - K-9 Certification 5 $50 $250 AAPP - American Assoc Police Polygraphists 2 $125 $250 AAPP - American Assoc Police Polygraphists 1 $175 $175 Crime Prevention Officer Association 1 $25 $25 National Internal Affairs 1 $100 $100 -- 133 of 339 -- 133 Qty Unit Cost Amount PA DUI Association 1 $35 $35 Intl Assoc for Identifiers 6 $80 $480 ACTAR (Accred. Comm. For Traffic Accident Recon) 3 $300 $900 ACTAR (Accred. Comm. For Traffic Accident Recon) 1 $75 $75 National Association of School Resource Officers 6 $40 $240 IPMBA 10 $75 $750 National Notary Association (Garza) 1 $250 $250 Restaurant Store Membership 1 $60 $60 FAA Drones license 4 $5 $20 (50034) Training & Professional Development ($80,000) The bureau budget to pay for training, certifications, re-certifications, and professional development. The budget also covers mileage reimbursements for travel costs associated with attending trainings. Qty Unit Cost Amount Executive / Supervisor Trainings 1 $20,000 $20,000 Executive / Supervisor Trainings 1 $10,000 $10,000 Traffic Unit Training 1 $2,500 $2,500 Patrol Training 1 $7,500 $7,500 ERT Training 1 $8,000 $8,000 K-9 Training 1 $5,000 $5,000 Youth Officers Training 1 $5,000 $5,000 Identification Unit Training 1 $2,500 $2,500 Chief Training 1 $5,000 $5,000 PLEAC / Grants Training 1 $2,500 $2,500 Office of Professional Standards Training 1 $2,000 $2,000 Mileage Reimbursement 1 $10,000 $10,000 (50040) Civic Expenses ($700) The bureau budget to pay for attending State of the City ($400) and Crime Watch dinners ($300). (50042) Repairs & Maintenance ($48,989) The bureau budget to pay for calibrations ($3,400), alarm monitoring and repairs ($1,450), pest control ($480), and software and equipment maintenance and protections plans ($43,659). -- 134 of 339 -- 134 (50046) Contract Service Fees ($1,084,444) The bureau budget to pay fees for contracts such as: K-9 maintenance training ($12,500), K-9 veterinary bills ($5,000), towing and storage ($4,000) Fire Police compensation ($9,000), crossing guard contract ($761,654), specialized testing ($27,000), investigative pings ($1,250), Crisis Intervention Specialists ($200,000), Co-Responder Program evaluation ($35,000), Cedar Crest College contract ($20,000), fleet decontamination ($2,500), sharps disposal ($540), shredding services ($6,000), and any additional contract fees. (50050) Other Services & Charges ($15,900) The bureau budget to pay fees for state grant interest reimbursement ($700), background checks ($4,200), advertisement ($500), and job fair/recruiting registration fees ($2,000), drug testing ($8,500). (50054) Repair and Maintenance Supplies ($16,425) The bureau budget to pay for supplies to repair bicycles ($500), to clean motorcycles, ($500), to repair ERT items ($425), risk vehicle claims ($9,000), and to repair vehicles ($6,000). (50056) Uniforms ($302,318) The bureau budget to pay for new hire uniforms ($53,118), uniform replacements ($68,800), uniforms repairs ($4,000), uniform hats ($1,000), merit pins ($3,200), name tags ($2,000), ballistic vests and carriers ($90,000), ballistic helmets ($22,500), leg irons ($450), badges and collar insignia ($8,000), and specialty unit uniforms ($49,250). (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($264,117) The bureau budget to pay for office supplies ($7,500), ID file folders ($3,000), other folders and labels ($3,750), photo paper ($1,000), commendation items ($2,600), evidence boxes and supplies ($20,300), flares ($6,800), gloves and other PPE supplies ($13,410), ammunition ($127,455), weapon lights ($1,300), drug testing materials ($5,000), drying case supplies ($1,000), fuming chamber supplies ($1,500), crime scene tape ($1,800), emergency blankets ($5,000), IFAK Kits and supplies ($3,500), less-lethal supplies ($20,677), SRT/ERT/CNT supplies ($5,235), gas mask bags and canisters ($10,690), PBT tubes and intoximeters ($3,400), property supplies ($1,200), IPMBA books ($2,500), Civilian Police Academy supplies ($6,500), paper for electronic citations ($7,500), and Project Lifesaver bracelets and batteries ($1,500). -- 135 of 339 -- 135 (50071) Police IT Equipment ($200,000) Police, fire, EMS MDTs and modems ($150,000), electronic storage for police cameras (City- Wide cameras, BWC, LPR and In-Car Cameras). Also funding to purchase additional city-wide cameras ($50,000). (50072) Equipment ($96,250) The bureau budget to pay for replacement of In-Car and LPR camera equipment, crime scene equipment ($5,000), computers ($8,000), TRACS replacement printers ($1,500), bicycles ($7,500), replacement weapons ($30,000), chairs ($4,250), evidence DVD, flash drives and portable hard drives ($10,000), and data storage ($30,000). (50073) Equipment Over $5,000 ($10,000) Polygraph machine $10,000. -- 136 of 339 -- 136 Police Academy Program Expenses (000-04-0802-0023) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($418,132) (50003) Holiday Pay ($24,653) The bureau budget to pay for Holiday Pay for all employees. This includes a 3% increase per Collective Bargaining Agreement. (50005) Education Pay ($2,350) The bureau budget to pay for Education Pay and annual Military stipend per Collective Bargaining Agreement. (50006) Premium Pay ($27,318) The bureau budget to pay for overtime for all academy instructors. (50008) Longevity ($7,801) (50009) Uniform Allowance ($2,250) The bureau budget to pay employees uniform allowances per Collective Bargaining Agreement. (50011) Shift Differential ($670) The bureau budget to pay employees shift differential per Collective Bargaining Agreement. (50012) FICA Expenses ($17,553) (50014) Pension Expenses ($147,275) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($143,655) (50032) Publications & Membership ($215) The bureau budget to pay for memberships to MPOETC and to the NRA Range. 1. Municipal Training Directors Association – 1 @ $175 2. NRA Membership – 1 @ $40 (50034) Training & Professional Development ($15,150) The bureau budget to pay for certification and re-certifications for academy instructors (10 at $256 a piece totaling $2,560), Controlled Tactics Instructor Certifications (11 at $690 apiece totaling $7,590), and Use of Force Training ($5,000). (50042) Repairs & Maintenance ($1,530) The bureau budget to pay for pest control at academy/barn buildings ($680) and alarm contract fee ($850). -- 137 of 339 -- 137 (50054) Repair and Maintenance Supplies ($200) The bureau budget to pay for weapon replacement parts. (50056) Uniforms ($24,850) The bureau budget to pay for uniforms for maintenance workers ($350), recruits ($2,500), academy staff ($2,500). Also, the budget for handcuffs ($1,500), and department replacement gear ($18,000). (50062) Fuels, Oils & Lubricants ($17,000) The bureau budget to pay for academy building heating fuels ($10,000) and academy barn commercial gas ($7,000). (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($256,272) The bureau budget to pay for office supplies ($14,227), range supplies ($15,868), ammunition, less-lethal supplies ($202,292), training gear and supplies ($9760), department flashlights and any additional supplies needed for staff and Act 120 cadets ($14,125). (50072) Equipment ($20,000) The bureau budget to pay for replacement furniture and chairs for the classrooms ($5,000) and replacement weapons for Act 120 class ($15,000). (50090) Refunds ($12,000) The bureau budget to provide tuition reimbursement. Police Operation Technology Program Expenses (000-04-0802-0026) (50072) Equipment ($786,995) The bureau budget to pay for year 3 of a 5-year program for tasers ($137,295), and software for in-car Camera, body worn camera, and license plate readers not covered by PCCD grant ($446,055). Year 3 of a 5-year program for gunshot detection not covered by PCCD grant ($192,500). This program includes equipment, accessories, replacement equipment, storage, instructor school/course, warranty, etc. This budget will also pay for 2 drones with software ($11,145).Police Communications Bureau (000-04-0808) The baseline budget funds the personnel and services of the Communications Bureau: The Bureau has 7 employees: 1. Communications UPS Manager 2. Inventory Control Clerk 3. 5 Technicians -- 138 of 339 -- 138 Services include: 1. Installation of new emergency lighting, siren, radio, and computer equipment in new police, fire, and EMS vehicles 2. Installation of in-car vehicle cameras in police vehicles as needed 3. Installation and maintenance of vehicle traffic signal preemption equipment in emergency vehicles 4. Installation of any electronic equipment in public safety vehicles including but not limited to flashlight chargers, thermal imaging camera chargers, EMS Knox Vaults, etc. 5. Installation of radio equipment in new City fleet vehicles as needed. 6. Removal of the above equipment when vehicle exits City service 7. Partial removal of equipment and vehicle change over for police patrol vehicles to enter other police service 8. Installation and maintenance of all access control equipment (swipe cards) 9. Installation and maintenance of all police street camera equipment 10. Installation and maintenance of all building security cameras 11. Radio system maintenance and administration 12. Repairs to mobile portable radios in-house as needed 13. Repairs of any emergency lighting and siren equipment 14. Repairs to police in-car cameras as needed 15. Repairs to police, fire & EMS vehicle computer equipment 16. Managing cable TV wiring and running new as requested 17. Running new CAT5 wiring drops for IT when needed 18. Measurable Budget Year Objectives and Long-Range Targets: 19. Replace and install up to 150 police street cameras and equipment over the next few years. Cameras are part of a police grant received in 2023. Cameras being replaced were originally installed between 2010 and 2014. These cameras are no longer repairable, and new technologies exist for better quality and night operations. New cameras will be added in areas as needed 20. Continue to upgrade existing access control electronics that were originally installed from 2013 to 2015. -- 139 of 339 -- 139 21. Install radio and computer equipment in two new fire pickup trucks, one new EMS SUV and one new ambulance being received in 2026 22. Install emergency lighting, siren, radio and computer equipment in 9 police SUVs 23. Replacement of 15 Police MDTs due to CJIS Requirements for Multi-Factor Authentication. The MDTs being replaced were original purchased in 2017–2018-time frame and will not work for new requirements 24. Replacement of 15 Fire & EMS MDTs due to age and performance issues with newer software being used by Lehigh County Communications. MDTs being replaced are from 2015 & 2016. Technical Services Program Expenses (000-04-0808-0019) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($490,798) (50006) Premium Pay ($42,000) The bureau budget is to pay for overtime for all employees. (50008) Longevity ($7,733) (50011) Shift Differential ($2,400) The bureau budget to pay employees’ shift differential. (50012) FICA Expenses ($41,534) (50014) Pension Expenses ($76,720) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($201,117) (50022) Telephone ($73,200) Data for Police, Fire and EMS Mobile Computers along with modems for street cameras without available city backhaul are paid from this account. The average cost is $4,300 a month for 12 months. The cost fluctuation from month to month is due to modems being taken offline when not in use. These modems can be taken out of service and monies saved when vehicles are out of service for an extended periods of time for repairs. Modems are taken offline during police, fire & EMS fleet change out as needed. A broadband Circuit for radio system remote trouble shooting is paid at the cost of $120 per month for 12 months. This helps with remote diagnostics of radio issues when needed. -- 140 of 339 -- 140 Cable Broadband Circuits for Police Surveillance and recycling dumping cameras are paid for from this account $100 per modem per month for 12 months. Currently there are sixteen cameras that are in remote locations, and the modem is used for backhauling data. (50026) Printing ($600) The bureau budgets to pay for (1) IT managed print services. The printer average usage per month is $50 (50030) Rentals ($490,267) A lease agreement for space at a Non-City Owned property is paid for at the cost of $3,800 a month for 12 months. This agreement provides for space, HVAC, and electric power for radio equipment at one of two tower sites. This account also includes Emergency Services Radio Replacement payment 2 of 5. This is the second loan payment totaling $444,667 for the purchase of 450 radios for police, fire and EMS made in 2023. (50032) Publications and Membership ($300) The bureau budget of $300 is to pay for three personnel to be reimbursed for their CDL renewal per the collective bargaining contract. (50034) Training and Professional Development ($11,600) The bureau budget is to pay for Radio system and radio repair training as well as Genetec access control and camera maintenance training. The radio system training and radio repair training allows us to perform radios and maintenance in-house, which is cost-saving for the city. The Genetec access control and camera maintenance training will allow us to perform installations as well as maintenance on camera and access control systems. 1. Radio System Training (Radio/System Repair), 5@ $2,000 for a total cost of $10,000 2. Camera / Access control training, 2@ $800 for a total cost of $1,600 (50042) Repairs & Maintenance ($156,000) Access control repairs are budgeted from this account for 5 repairs at an estimated cost of $1,000. While Technical Services has been working to replace aging access control equipment, we still run into issues that require outside assistance and parts to repair equipment when access control is down for locations. Technical Services personnel make every effort to repair items prior to calling an outside source in but sometimes it is necessary. Factory repairs to police street surveillance cameras as well as city building security cameras are budgeted in this account. There are a total of 178 street cameras and 103 building cameras. While every attempt is made to repair all items in-house at times it requires units to be sent for factory -- 141 of 339 -- 141 repairs. The cost per camera is averaged at $1,500 with a total of five cameras estimated that will need to be sent out for repairs. With the addition of additional cameras more may be sent out for repairs moving forward. Radio system maintenance is budgeted for from this account at $115,000 per year. This maintenance includes preventative maintenance on two radios transmitter sites as well as emergency 24-hour support including response if needed for any radio system issues. Currently technicians in technical services are working toward becoming certified Harris Master Technicians. This requires numerous years of training which include hands-on training in Lynchburg, VA. This will allow us to perform all radio system maintenance in house. Currently we preform administrative maintenance on the system and some trouble shooting of equipment problems. Radio system repairs that are not covered under the above maintenance agreement at budgeted in this account at $3,000. Our current radio system is now seven years old from installation time and at times equipment fails that is no longer covered under warranty or maintenance agreement. The system is up for a hardware refresh in 2026. Factory repairs to city portable and mobile radios are budgeted for in this account. The average cost to repair a radio is $800 per radio. We have budgeted for ten radios needing to be sent for factory repair. Currently the City has approximately 1,800 portable, mobile, and base station radios in operations. All radios are repaired in-house by technicians however some radios require being sent to the factory. UPS maintenance agreement for maintenance on the radio room UPS (Battery backup) for $4,500 a year in this account. This included emergency after hours response should a unit fail. This is critical due to the radio system equipment used for the public safety radio operations. Factory repairs to police, fire and EMS mobile computers are budgeted at an average of $500 per unit. We estimate a need to send two units for factory repairs. Currently we have just over 100 mobile computers in police, fire, and EMS service. We are budgeting $3,000 for other miscellaneous repairs. (50046) Other Contract Services ($151,500) Backup radio circuits to two transmitter sites are paid at the cost of $2,200 a month for 12 months. Total cost of $26,400 for the year. Additionally, $100 is budgeted in this account for FCC coordination. -- 142 of 339 -- 142 Noise Camera Pilot Program (APD) $125,000 (50054) Repairs and Maintenance Supplies ($88,650) Parts to repair portable and mobile radios are budgeted at $25,000 this year. This allows us to repair approximately 1,800 radios in house when/if needed. The cost per year is based on previous years’ costs and parts usage. Camera repair parts are budgeted at $10,000 this year. These parts are used for repairing police street cameras and building cameras as needed. While we received 150 new police cameras via a grant in 2023, we still have over 100 building cameras to maintain and repair if/when needed. The cost budgeted is based on usage for the 2025 year. Parts to repair access control in-house are budgeted at $1,500 this year. This amount is based off repairs made in 2025. The cost is down overall as with newer equipment replacing older equipment we save money on repairs. Parts to repair mobile computers in the house are budgeted at $1,000 this year. This allows us to repair mobile computers as needed in-house. The cost is based on 2025 figures and the cost of parts used. With the replacement plan for MDTs this allows us to get newer units in service and spend less on parts and repairs. Vehicle installation parts are budgeted at $27,000 this year. These parts are used during the installation of emergency lighting, siren, radio and mobile computers in police, fire, and EMS vehicles as well as installation of radios and lighting on various other city vehicles across public works and parts. This amount is based on the parts needed in 2024 and 2025 and averaged. Parts to repair emergency lighting and siren equipment for police, fire and EMS are budgeted at $12,000 this year. This is based on 2024 and 2025 figures and cost of parts used. This allows for repairs to be done in-house and to get vehicles back on the street as quickly as possible. Police Vehicle Reflective Numbers are budgeted at $80 per vehicle. We anticipate the need to change numbers on 10 police vehicles in 2026. The vehicle numbers are changed when moving vehicles from front line patrol to spare or specialty units. Miscellaneous Parts is budgeted for $10,000 this year with another $1,350 budgeted for vehicle claims and other supplies. These are miscellaneous parts that do not fall in certain categories above. (50056) Uniforms ($2,850) The bureau budgets for uniforms and clothing items ($1,850) and safety shoes ($1,000) for staff members per the collective bargaining agreement. -- 143 of 339 -- 143 (50062) Fuels, Oils and Lubricants ($1,880) Fuel for the emergency generator. (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($15,500) The bureau budget to pay for labels, repair tags, and other miscellaneous items totaling $1,000. Portable radio battery replacement is budgeted at $100 per battery with a total of 100 batteries needing replacement. These batteries have a life span of 3 to 5 years depending on usage. We replace batteries yearly, so we are not making one big bulk purchase. Cost this year is $10,000. Batteries for police street cameras are budgeted at $4,500. These batteries are used in UPS units inside the camera boxes. This allows the camera to stay online during short power outages and surges. There are 178 street cameras that require battery backups. These batteries are replaced every two years on a rotating cycle. (50072) Equipment ($104,300) 1. New Police vehicle lightbars are budgeted at a cost of $3,700 per lightbar with a total cost of $7,400. This allows us to install lightbars with new technologies on the new police vehicles. We do reuse emergency lighting and siren equipment that is still in good working condition on new vehicles as available. It is predicted that we will be able to reuse two lightbars from vehicles being taken out of service in 2026. 2. New Police vehicle siren equipment for new police vehicles is budgeted at $2,300 per vehicle with a total cost of $4,600 this year. This allows for new siren equipment to be placed in all new Police vehicles which will be 2 in 2026. 3. New Police vehicle emergency body lighting is budgeted at $2,100 per vehicle with a total cost of $4,200. These emergency lights are used on the exterior body of the vehicle. 4. New Police vehicle graphics are budgeted at $750 per vehicle. With 2 new patrol vehicles being purchased in 2026 there is a total cost of $1,500. 5. New Police vehicle consoles are budgeted at $1,200 per unit. With 2 new patrol vehicles being purchased in 2026 there is a total cost of $2,400. 6. New Police prisoner partitions and transport seats are budgeted at $4,200 per police vehicle upfit. Every attempt is made to reuse older partitions and transport seats being taken from vehicles going out of service. In 2026 we will need to purchase new partitions and transport seats for two vehicles at a total cost of $8,400. -- 144 of 339 -- 144 7. Police storage boxes and radio trays are budged at $2,500 per police vehicle upfit. The boxes allow for storage of equipment in patrol vehicles, keeping it secure. The radio trays are included with this purchase, and they hold all the electronic equipment for the vehicle. Every attempt is made to reuse equipment from vehicles going out of service. In 2026 we will need to purchase equipment for two vehicles at a total cost of $5,000. 8. New Fire & EMS vehicle lightbars are budgeted at a cost of $4,000 per lightbar with a total cost of $4,000. This allows us to install lightbars with new technologies on one new Fire & EMS vehicles. We do reuse emergency lighting and siren equipment that is still in good working condition on new vehicles as available. However, given the age of the vehicles being replaced the equipment is outdated and no longer usable. 9. New Fire & EMS vehicle siren equipment for new Fire & EMS vehicles is budgeted at $2,300 per vehicle with a total cost of $2,300 this year. This allows for new siren equipment to be placed in all new Fire & EMS vehicles which will be 1 in 2026. 10. New Fire & EMS vehicle emergency body lighting is budgeted at $2,100 per vehicle with a total cost of $2,100. These emergency lights are used on the exterior body of the vehicle. 11. New Fire vehicle graphics are budgeted at $1,200 per vehicle. With one new Fire Pickup Truck being purchased in 2026 there is a total cost of $1,200. 12. New Fire vehicle consoles are budgeted at $1,200 per unit. With one new Fire & EMS vehicle being purchased in 2026 there is a total cost of $1,200 13. Amber lighting is budgeted at $1,200 per vehicle. With three current vehicles needing amber lighting in engineering as well as two additional parks vehicles needing lighting installed, the total cost for 2026 is $6,000 14. Mobile radio replacement for new police, fire and EMS vehicles is budgeted at $4,500 per unit for a total of $54,000. These radios are used for mutual aid operations when emergency vehicles assist county departments outside the city. Lehigh County Communications is switching to a new radio system in 2026 which significantly raises the cost of purchasing radios for use outside the city. The radios being replaced are from 2009 and will no longer be supported. -- 145 of 339 -- 145 Fire Department (000-05) Emergency Medical Services Bureau (000-05-0605) The purpose of this program is operations and administration of emergency medical services (EMS) for residents and visitors in Allentown. The current role of a paramedic is far more dynamic and complicated than previous, with more public scrutiny, increased demand, and rigorous requirements for training and professional development. In addition to providing basic transportation, paramedics provide advanced medical care, social services assistance, and serve as the bridge for many socially and economically challenged residents to access medical care. We also provide community outreach and education at no charge to the citizens. In 2020 through 2025, Allentown Paramedics vaccinated thousands of residents in partnership with the Allentown Health Bureau to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, and nationwide Influenza prevention. We also test at-risk expectant mothers for Syphilis and HIV due to the recent outbreak of congenital syphilis in the region, which results in the death of several infants annually. Allentown EMS works with the Pa DOH and the Allentown Health Bureau to reduce overdose fatalities through education and leave-behind Narcan. Further, our staff refer at-risk patients to the community paramedic specialists at the AHB on issues such as neglect, hoarding, frequent use of the 911 system, and many other areas of concern. This partnership bridges a gap between our most vulnerable population and the resources they need. Finally, Allentown EMS responds to more than 20,000 calls a year. For the last three years, there has been a marked increase of approximately 3-5% per year in call volume. This year we note an 11% increase in calls for service. Currently, Allentown EMS staffs three 24-hour ambulances and two 12-hour ambulances each day, a daily shift supervisor, an in-house billing staff, and a full- time training captain at the fire academy. Goal(s): 1. Embody our mission statement: “To help prevent loss of life and minimize the effect of injuries in emergency situations in a safe and compassionate manner.” 2. Continue partnerships with the American Heart Association and other organizations to provide community outreach and education at a minimal cost to the city. 3. Improve out-of-hospital cardiac arrest care to improve outcomes and survivability in our community. 4. Sustain revenue from billing to meet escalating operating costs. -- 146 of 339 -- 146 5. Develop a formal strategic plan to assist with succession planning and fulfill agency vision. 6. Drive progress statewide by participating in trials and pilot programs to enhance patient care. 7. Expand collaboration relationships with our regional health networks to enhance training with little fiscal impact to the general fund. 8. Partner with health and other stakeholders to reduce the impact of opioids and other drugs on our community. 9. Establish and maintain a whole blood administration program. 10. Maintain an in-house training academy to provide a revenue source, and to provide EMS education regionally. 11. To provide the best, most up to date tools and equipment for our staff. 12. To provide a safe, cohesive work environment. 13. Provide a competitive salary for full-time and per-diem staff. Measurable Budget Year Objectives and Long-Range Targets: 1. Strive to handle the increasing call volume expeditiously and professionally and utilize mutual aid less than 2% of the time. 2. Evaluate unit hour utilization metric for changes (indicative of our ability to handle call volume) and address staffing concerns. 3. Increase our public outreach, contract services, and education to become the sole source of CPR and First-Aid training to city employees, the Allentown School District, and expand to offer services to city elder and day care facilities. 4. Expansion of hands-only CPR program, including bilingual classes in CPR and AED use. 5. Improve patient and provider safety with the acquisition of new equipment for lifting and moving, the addition of new vehicles, and better equipment to perform our tasks. 6. Continue to partner with our health systems to develop and expand patient-centered initiatives (Direct to CT Program, Prehospital MI program). Metrics of efficacy are reviewed quarterly to determine AEMS’ involvement in improving patient outcomes. 7. Continue to meet performance metrics designed to improve EMS through NAEMT, NFPA. 8. Improve the survivability of trauma through use of whole blood. 9. Maximize revenue generation to reduce tax subsidy. -- 147 of 339 -- 147 10. Reduce overdoses and deaths by any margin through increased community involvement (PHAST, Overdose Fatality Review Board). 11. Continue our “leave behind” naloxone program. 12. Decrease chute and response times to 2 and 8 minutes respectively. 13. Add staff to provide more EMS coverage. 14. Develop a partnership with city bureaus to improve the quality of life for Allentonians. Revenue Input Assumptions: Billing: Approximately 101% of our operational expenses are recovered through our billing department. The goal of the Bureau of EMS is to remain revenue neutral, but at greater than 100% recovery, our bureau remains the only City Emergency Service with a nominal impact on the tax base through revenue generation. 2024 Total Income: 6,557,406.81 2025 YTD income: 3,998,112.34 2025 projected income: 7,100,000.00 The 2026 revenue projection is based on current billing and anticipated future billing based on previous year’s call volume and income. Current trends offer an educated assessment of our future and is the basis for this projection. Grants: The Allentown Bureau of EMS regularly applies for grants to replace or add items outside of our normal operating budget. Grants are used in addition to allocated funds, and not to reduce debt. We usually apply for the State Office of the Fire Commissioner Grant, and others as available. In 2024 we utilized approximately 15,000 in grant funds. Emergency Medical Services Program Expenses (000-05-0605-0027) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($3,608,400) (50004) Temp Wages ($110,000) Estimate based on previous use and current trends; this item reflects the actual amount needed. (50006) Premium Pay ($725,000) -- 148 of 339 -- 148 Injuries, illnesses, and earned time off cause overtime. Coupled with the increased demand for our services, and despite our best efforts to minimize, we need premium pay to fill vacant shifts and activities. (50008) Longevity ($23,768) (50009) Uniform Allowance ($9,000) Uniform items replaced due to wear and soiling, per the CBA. (50011) Shift Differential ($43,678) Differential for shift work on a designated night shift, or after 6PM on middle shift, per the CBA. (50012) FICA Expenses ($351,989.35) (50014) Pension Expenses ($482,240) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($1,264,164) (50022) Telephone ($5,000) Internet access package for iPads onboard ambulances to facilitate PCR completion and translation. Internet package for modems in cardiac monitors for EKG transmission. (50024) Postage & Shipping ($100) For incidental mailings outside of scope of the city mailroom. (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($100) For bureau management and essential travel. (50030) Rentals ($2,000) In the event of a catastrophic fleet issue, we have this fund as a reserve to rent an ambulance from our vendor. The Department of Health allows vehicle rental in case of mechanical issues, to keep units in service. (50032) Publications and Membership ($1,950) Yearly membership fees for the Ambulance Association of America, the International Police Mountain Bike Association, the National Emergency Medical Services Association, and various trade publications are noted here. 1. Ambulance Association of Pennsylvania Dues - $775 2. NEMSA - $235 3. IPMBA Training - $750 4. Trade Publications - $190 -- 149 of 339 -- 149 (50034) Training and Professional Development EMS ($25,000) The Bureau of EMS budgets training and professional development for our staff. EMS is ever- changing, and as such we must invest in our practitioners. Our training budget includes regulatory classes for Paramedic staff like CPR, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support. Also, enhanced classes for Paramedic staff like FEMA USAR Medical Specialist, Tactical Paramedic Training, and other specialty training for our members of the Emergency Response Team, Special Operations Team, Bomb Team, Dive Team, and Bicycle Team are budgeted. Our special teams are very active and provide the most advanced care in the region. This line item also allows for funding of enhanced certifications such as Tactical Paramedic Certified (TPC) and Flight Paramedic Certified (FPC) which are industry high marks for advanced providers operating on special teams. These classes require a test fee and yearly maintenance fee. Testing and administrative fees for Tactical Paramedic Certification and Flight Paramedic Certification for our special teams are also noted as an increase, which is a benefit to our special team’s staff. State Protocols recognize higher levels of certification (TPC / FPC) for advanced care protocols. The training and professional development category further supports our training academy, and the specific needs therein. Community CPR, Community First Aid, Stop the Bleed, and EMT classes for the AFD and the APD are some of our most popular classes. We also offer International Police Mountain Bike Association EMS Cyclist class, Emergency Vehicle Operations Course, and more. 1. ACLS and PALS classes for staff - $2,000 2. Required Paramedic Refresher for staff - $2,500 3. 2-week Tactical Paramedic Class - $3,800 4. Zoll Billing Conference for 2 billing staff members - $1,500 5. HIPAA compliance class - $1,500 6. EVOC training - $1,200 7. Dive Medicine - $1,500 8. EMS Instructor development - $1,000 9. AHA instructor development - $1,000 10. Tactical Paramedic Training - $4,000 -- 150 of 339 -- 150 11. IED training - $1,000 12. Medical Specialist - $4,000 (50040) Civic Expenses ($950) Expenses related to public appearances and specialty events. (50042) Repairs and Maintenance ($73,825) The Bureau of EMS maintains several contracts to support our service. 1. Stryker Maintenance (MONITOR-AED-LUCAS) - $67,825 2. Stair-chair Maintenance - $2,500 3. Out of Fleet (REPAIRS) - $3,500 The cost of these items is nominal compared to the out-of-pocket expense should we discontinue the maintenance agreements. For example, if a cardiac monitor fails, the repair for one visit could be thousands of dollars alone, plus components. Our cardiac monitors and other covered items are extensively used and are frequently in need of repair. This plan pays for itself. (50046) Other Contract Services ($750) Biohazardous waste removal is a yearly requirement in the category -$750. (50054) Repair and Maintenance Supplies ($6,500) 1. Repair and maintenance supplies for fleet and medical equipment. It covers parts, etc. - $3,500 2. Risk Management Claims (under $500) - $3,000 (50056) Uniforms ($61,244) Uniform costs have increased drastically across the board. Additionally, we have many pieces of outdated personal protective equipment that must be replaced, per NFPA 1981. The uniform account covers everyday uniforms, coats, and apparel for staff. Body Armor for Paramedic Staff (replaced every 5 years on a rotating basis per manufacturer recommendations). EMS Protective Turnout Gear (Replacing sets of issued gear and helmets from the early 2000’s per NFPA 1981). 1. Boots per the CBA - $4,900 2. EMS duty uniforms - $22,000 3. Body armor - $11,000 4. Issued turnout gear PPE for staff - $10,000 -- 151 of 339 -- 151 5. Helmets - $1,100 6. Gear bag - $594 7. Entry armor for tactical personnel - $9,400 8. Badges, patches, nameplates, etc. - $2,250 (50066) Chemicals ($13,000) 1. Blanket P.O for oxygen - $10,000 2. 30% peroxide for vehicle sanitation - $1,000 3. Cleaning supplies - $2,000 Medical Oxygen has continued to rise in price. Cleaning chemicals are also purchased through this account. These chemicals are used to wash the ambulances, sanitize the interior of the ambulances, utilize the bioquel system, and clean our work area. (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($109,000) EMS is required to keep supplies on our vehicles, and many of these supplies are not replaced by the hospitals. We also must keep our supplies in-date and in working order. Outside of our one for one exchange items, we utilize this account to purchase the following items. 1. Latex-free gloves (marked increase in price since COVID) - $30,000 2. Blood product - $25,000 3. Disposable blood delivery supplies - 5,000 4. Disposable medical supplies and one-time use PPE (marked increase in price since COVID) - $15,000 5. MCI supplies - $2,500 6. Active shooter supplies - $5,000 7. Bleeding control supplies - $5,000 8. Misc. bags, equipment storage - $2,500 9. Pharmaceuticals - $1,000 10. Oxygen delivery, CPAP - $2,000 11. Glucose Meterin - $2,000 12. Office supplies - $2,000 13. Training and outreach supplies (marked interest with more events planned) - $3,000 14. Rehab supplies - $2,500 -- 152 of 339 -- 152 15. Station supplies - $6,500 (50072) Equipment ($8,963) Some of our routine equipment is 20 years old and in need of replacement. These items are beyond their service life and require replacement. 1. Replace outdated and broken EMS equipment - $5,000 2. Training mannequin for anatomy - $1,009 3. Training mannequin for airway - $2,954 (50073) Equipment over $5,000 ($50,100) Some of our routine equipment is 20 years old and in need of replacement. We currently utilize stair chairs from 2008 and a LUCAS device from 2015. These items are beyond their service life and require replacement. Three (3) stair chairs and one (1) LUCAS 3 CPR device with service agreement and maintenance - $50,100 (50090) Refunds ($15,000) Refunds are occasionally required from our billing department to insurance companies based on eligibility of billed patients. -- 153 of 339 -- 153 Fire Bureau (000-05-0803) The Allentown Fire Department (AFD) consists of 143 firefighters manning six fire stations, one Fire Training Academy and EOC Center with seven engines and two ladder trucks. In 2024, AFD responded to 14,745 calls for service in the City of Allentown, 853 Fire inspections and 125 Fire investigations. Special Teams include Hazardous Materials, Bomb Squad, Underwater Recovery and Technical Rescue. All department members train extensively to ensure that our citizens have a safe place to live, work and play. Fire Administration & Operations Program Expenses (000-05-0803-0028) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($11,801,768) The Collective Bargaining Agreement calls for 3% wage increase for all positions. In addition, it mandates 29 suppression personnel are always on duty. (50003) Holiday Pay ($1,041,010) This projection is based on previous expenditures for Holiday Pay for Firefighters and Chiefs per CBA contract commitments. (50004) Temporary Wages ($30,000) This project continues to provide additional clerical support for fire administration and helps eliminate single points of error in fire department processes. (50006) Premium Pay ($2,600,000) The projection is based on previous expenditures for premium pay, the CBA contract commitments for minimum manning and increase demand for fire department participation in special events. (50008) Longevity ($221,761) (50009) Uniform Allowance ($42,300) The projection is based on CBA contract commitments. (50011) Shift Differential ($79,468) The projection is based on previous expenditures and covers the cost of night shift pay per the CBA contract commitments. (50012) FICA Expenses ($253,095) (50014) Pension Expenses ($3,699,880) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($4,165,995) -- 154 of 339 -- 154 (50028) Mileage/Tolls Reimbursement ($1,200) This account covers the cost of mileage and toll expenses incurred for department travel. (50030) Rentals ($1,025,113) Effective in 2026, all lease payments for Fire Department apparatus will be budgeted under Fire’s 30 Account rather than the Rolling Stock Equipment Fund. 1. Aerial C20-000009 (Lease payment 5 of 5) - $310,113 2. Pumper #2 C20-000015 (Lease payment 1 of 5) - $125,000 3. Pumper #3 C20-000024 (Lease payment 1 of 5) - $200,000 4. Aerial Tiller C20-000019 (Lease payment 1 of 5) - $390,000 (50032) Publications and Membership ($7,957) The fire department maintains several annual memberships for its fire and EMA employees including but not limited to: 1. PACFCA, International Association of Fire Chiefs, National Fire Protection Association for 4 members - $175 2. PAAI Membership for Asst Chief Fire Prevention for 2 members - $30 3. PA Boat Registrations to operate in PA waterways for 4 boats - $600 4. NAFI Annual Membership for 6 members - $360 5. IAFC Annual Membership for 2 members - $290 6. PENNBOC Certification for 6 members - $320 7. NFPA Annual Membership Subscription - $225 8. National Fire Code NFCSS All Access Subscription - $1,595 9. L&I UCC Certification for 6 members - $255 10. Annual State of PA License for Magazine Storage - $125 11. Annual State of PA License for X-ray machine - $625 12. IABTI annual membership for 11 members - $825 13. ICC Annual Membership for AC Fire Prevention - $240 14. IAEM Annual Membership for EMA - $597 15. NEMA Annual Membership for EMA - $240 16. Radar Omega Annual Subscription for EMA - $60 17. LCFA Annual Membership (Lancaster County Fireman’s Association) - $30 18. LCFCA Annual Membership (Lehigh County Fire Chiefs Association) - $80 -- 155 of 339 -- 155 19. IAAI Annual Membership (International Association of Arson Investigators) - $635 20. IBC (International Building Code) and IFC (International Fire Code) books - $650 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($59,430) This account covers trainings, certifications, and continuing education expenses that allows and helps us ensure that the fire department staff are knowledgeable with current best practices within the industry. Training opportunities vary from year to year based on availability. 1. Contractual Education Tuition Reimbursement per CBA - $30,000 2. Special Teams Education and Training Certification - $25,000 3. AC Fire Prevention and Fire Marshal Required Certification - $600 4. Fire Marshal Training/Certifications (CFEI Testing) - $1,000 5. 3M Scott Technician Certifications - $1,500 6. GEM Emergency BLS Certification - $330 7. Chief’s Conference and Quarterly Meetings - $1,000 8. Allentown Crime Watch - $65 (50040) Civic Expenses ($135) 1. Fire Chief participation with Chamber of Commerce - $70 2. Allentown Crime Watch - $65 (50042) Repairs and Maintenance ($110,580) During the year, unexpected repairs occur. Included in these repairs are inspection of the Kitchen Fire Suppression System and multiple maintenance contracts to cover upkeep and repairs on Fire Department equipment. 1. Hydrotest SCBA 30-minute air cylinders - $3,500 2. Annual inspect/clean kitchen exhaust - $1,450 3. Annual Posicheck equipment calibration - $1,185 4. Annual Portacount calibration - $890 5. Annual air testing on SCBA compressors - $950 6. Miscellaneous repair of Fire Department equipment - $2,200 7. Fire extinguisher annual inspections, testing, and repairs - $11,300 8. Chemical Meter Service Maintenance Agreement - $9,125 9. NFPA aerial and ground ladder service and testing - $5,500 10. GMI gas meter repairs - $6,000 -- 156 of 339 -- 156 11. Plymovent Maintenance Agreement and repairs - $10,550 12. First due reporting, scheduling, and records management license and support - $31,500 13. Compressor Service Maintenance Agreements and repairs - $5,700 14. Extractor repairs - $1,700 15. Appliance repairs - $2,900 16. MSA Gas Meter Service Maintenance Agreement and repairs - $5,350 17. Holmatro Service Maintenance Agreement and repairs - $7,500 18. Kitchen fire suppression system inspection - $1,380 19. Pest control at fire station buildings - $1,900 (50046) Other Contract Services ($15,600) Expenditures from this account would cover Medical Director fees, AFG Grant fees, and vehicle graphics. 1. Galleri blood screening for all bargaining unit members. This is required by the new CBA. We are seeking alternate funding sources to eliminate or reduce cost. 2. Professional Services - AFG Grant -$5,000 3. Professional Services - Audit Grants -$5,600 4. Vehicle graphics - $3,000 5. Civil Service Promotion Testing - $2,000 (50054) Repair and Maintenance Supplies ($30,125) This account covers expenses for equipment repair parts, batteries, small tools, janitorial cleaning supplies for seven buildings, saw blades and other miscellaneous maintenance supplies. 1. Custodial/janitorial supplies for fire stations - $5,500 2. Tools under $200 - $1,850 3. Risk Management Claims - $3,000 4. SCBA repair and maintenance parts - $4,400 5. Truck towels - $700 6. Miscellaneous fittings, nuts, bolts, etc. - $625 7. Miscellaneous flashlights, lanterns, spotlights, etc. - $1,025 8. Truck wash solution - $3,400 9. Miscellaneous repairs parts for saws, mowers, edgers, snow blowers, pumps, generators, etc. - $1,975 -- 157 of 339 -- 157 10. Saw blades - $1,450 11. Miscellaneous electrical cords, plugs, etc. - $850 12. Miscellaneous garden hose, nozzles, couplings and related fittings - $1,000 13. Miscellaneous lumber, plywood, nails, paint, etc. - $1,350 14. Hand sanitizer/disinfectant - $1,000 15. CitroSqueeze TOG gear cleaner - $2,000 (50056) Uniforms ($310,000) This account covers expenses for PPE gear to include turnout gear, gloves, boots, helmets, hoods, station and Class A uniforms, safety shoes and other miscellaneous PPE and uniform costs. 1. Turn out gear replacements/coat and pants - $185,250 2. Turn out gear cleaning and inspection - $10,000 3. Turn out gear repairs - $14,000 4. Bomb disposal suit (reimbursed from State of PA Fireworks Fund) - $25,000 5. Class A uniforms: New recruits - $2,000 6. Uniforms: Station wear - $7,500 7. Uniforms: Administration/instructors - $1,150 8. Class A uniform repairs and upgrades - $1,300 9. Safety shoes (increase in collective bargaining agreement) - $10,000 10. Special team uniforms and protective gear - $2,000 11. Fire gloves (extrication and firefighting) - $3,200 12. Fire particulate hoods - $4,200 13. Fire helmets with goggles - $5,000 14. Ballistic protection carriers and armor - $1,700 15. Uniform patches - $700 16. Name tag pins - $200 17. Miscellaneous repair parts for helmets, helmet fronts, shields, ratchet, etc. - $800 18. Badges, service Pins, bar Awards, collar insignia, bugles, hat shields, etc. - $2,000 19. Rubber fire boots - $2,800 20. RPI Bail-Out System - $31,000 21. Safety glasses - $200 -- 158 of 339 -- 158 (50062) Fuels, Oils, and Lubricants ($6,900) This account covers the heating oil expenditure for the HVAC at our fire stations. (50066) Chemicals ($3,500) This account covers firefighting foam and extinguishing agents. SPSI Versagard Concentrate Fluorine Free Foam $3,500 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($51,200) This account covers expenses for Fire Department facility, and operational supplies such as PPE supplies, hazmat absorbents, recuse ropes, special teams’ supplies, office supplies, SCBA, nozzles, ladders, O2 cylinders, fire extinguishers fire prevention educational materials, annual fire prevention awards and fire inspector supplies. 1. Fire stations and admins miscellaneous operating supplies - $1,200 2. Hand and power rescue tools - $3,500 3. Fire Extinguishers - $2,500 4. PPE and emergency medical supplies - $2,000 5. QRS supplies - $2,000 6. Hazmat one-time Supplies (booms, mats, socks, decon pools, spill kits, etc.) - $1,400 7. Office supplies - $800 8. Fire prevention educational promotional materials - $3,000 9. Annual Fire Prevention Awards - $900 10. Brass fittings for fire station equipment and fire apparatus - $2,500 11. Fire investigation and operating supplies - $2,500 12. Fire apparatus operating supplies - $2,000 13. SCBA breathing apparatus operating supplies - $9,750 14. Underwater recovery equipment and SCUBA/URT - $5,000 15. Rescue ropes and corresponding hardware/TRT - $3,750 16. Structural collapse supplies/TRT - $1,750 17. Bomb squad operating supplies - $3,500 18. HAZMAT team operating supplies - $1,000 19. Batteries (AA, AAA, C, D, Cell battery, etc.) - $950 20. TIC (thermal imaging camera) batteries, chargers, etc. - $1,200 -- 159 of 339 -- 159 (50072) Equipment ($9,100) This account covers equipment for the Fire Department that meets the guidelines established in the standard accounts for city owned assets. Equipment needed for fire suppression will be rescue saw, ventilation fans, generators, computer equipment, and vehicle rescue tools. 1. Appliances for fire stations - $1,500 2. Positive pressure ventilation fans battery operated - $4,600 3. Multipurpose or vent saw - $3,000 (50073) Equipment Over $5,000 ($122,500) This account covers equipment for the Fire Department that meets the guidelines established in the standard accounts for city owned assets greater than $5,000. Equipment needed for fire suppression will be fire hose, thermal imaging cameras, gas meters, AEDs, and vehicle rescue tools. 1. Scott SCBA air packs - $20,000 2. Fire hose for truck apparatus - $15,000 3. Paratech lift bag replacement - $16,500 4. Fireworks storage and disposal equipment (reimbursed from state of PA Fireworks Fund) - $20,000 5. Hydraulic rescue tool - $9,500 6. Low pressure fire nozzle replacement phase 1 of 3 - $5,000 7. Automatic external defibrillators (AEDs) - $10,000 8. Thermal imaging camera Argus or equivalent - $7,000 9. Thermal imaging cameras Bullard or equivalent - $6,000 10. GMI natural gas meter - $7,000 11. MSA or Draeger 5 gas meter - $6,500 -- 160 of 339 -- 160 Fire Academy Training Program Expenses (000-05-0803-0088) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($95,261) (50003) Holiday Pay ($8,093) (50006) Premium Pay ($6,000) (50008) Longevity ($1,968) (50009) Uniform Allowance ($700) (50012) FICA Expenses ($1,630) (50014) Pension Expenses ($25,720) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($28,731) (50030) Rentals ($25,300) Required rental of 15-passenger van for Fire Academy Class as well as rental of Turnout gear PPE for 20-week academy class, recruit turnout gear rental, and portable restrooms. 1. Rental of one 15-passenger van for Fire Academy Class - $16,500 2. Rental of portable restrooms - $1,800 3. Rental of 10 sets of turnout gear for fire recruits - $7,000 (50032) Publications and Memberships ($25,000) Required training texts and manuals for recruit academy. Fire Recruit Training class manuals (8 different manuals) - $25,000 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($26,450) This account covers trainings, certifications, continuing education, and accredited certifications. 1. Bucks County certification program for new and existing fire fighters - $20,000 2. EMT student access testing - $1,000 3. BLS Providers/CPR - $500 4. PA State water rescue certifications - $950 5. EMT examination certifications and remediation - $4,000 (50068) Operating Materials & Supplies ($2,000) This account supports fire academy operations with supplies for our training ground, training offices, and classrooms. (50072) Equipment ($2,500) Fast rescue board -- 161 of 339 -- 161 Human Resources Department (000-06) Human Resources Bureau (000-06-0603) The Human Resources Department is responsible for organizing, directing, and administering programs that directly involve the recruitment, development and retention of a highly qualified workforce across all City departments, with a focus on labor relations, Fire & Police Civil Service employment and organizational development. Providing daily support, the HR staff manage day-to-day operations, employee relations, recruitment, training, and labor negotiations. The HR team is vital in supporting over 850 employees and ensuring compliance with applicable laws, Civil Service rules, union contracts and internal policies. We also provide consultations and recommendations as needed to the Administration, Department Directors, Supervisors and employees of the City of Allentown. We aim to attract, develop, and retain a diverse and talented workforce that delivers exceptional public service to the residents of the City of Allentown. Through strategic partnerships and responsive service, we aim to make the City of Allentown an employer of choice and empower our employees to grow and succeed in their careers. The Human Resource Department’s performance objectives are: 1. Deliver training programs to employees that focus on leadership, technical skills, non- harassment, and diversity. 2. Support an annual employee satisfaction survey with a target of achieving at least a 75% participation rate. 3. Implement at least three new initiatives based on feedback from the employee engagement survey to improve workplace culture. 4. Continue building to our paperless HR environment by digitizing all retiree records and moving paper intensive processes to electronic coordination and approvals. 5. Implement the new HRIS system, Munis, which will completely revamp the talent acquisition process, new hire onboarding and employee self-service abilities. 6. Focus on employee recognition by creating an employee recognition program that acknowledges contributions of city employees. 7. Track the number of recognitions awarded and their effect on improving employee morale and job satisfaction. 8. Track the number of new training programs launched by Q3. -- 162 of 339 -- 162 9. We will continue to attract and retain the best workforce in the Lehigh Valley. 10. Assist leadership with creating a succession plan. Equity & Inclusion Initiatives Program Expenses (000-06-0603-0003) The objective of the 2026 initiative is to ensure that the City of Allentown operates in a way that delivers all services fairly and justly, while fostering a culture of welcome and accessibility for every resident and business. Staff (currently a staff or one) will collaborate with City departments and community members to develop and implement equitable and accessible policies, programs, procedures, and budget decisions, building Allentown as a community for all. This year’s budget is critical to support the continuation and expansion of these efforts to advance fairness, access, and inclusion throughout our city. This year’s budget is also committed to ensuring that the City of Allentown employees are working together more cohesively, collaboratively and are even more communicative within and across departments, so that they deliver productive, effective, efficient, sustainable and equitable services (clear deliverables) to the city residents and businesses. Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($76,518) (50012) FICA Expenses ($5,854) (50014) Pension Expenses ($10,960) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($28,731) (50032) Publications and Memberships ($500) LINC’s DEI Community is a resource designed to help you create meaningful change in your organization. We provide members with insightful features, news, diversity, equity, and inclusion research and best practices to help guide your organization in developing and implementing DEI strategies and practices. The Government Alliance on Race & Equity (GARE) works to advance racial equity and increase opportunities for all communities. GARE is building the field of practices to advance racial equity within and through government. GARE recognizes that racial inequities currently exist across all indicators for success, including in education, criminal justice, jobs, housing, public infrastructure, and health, regardless of intent, region of the country or size of jurisdiction. GARE also recognizes the reality that government played a central role in the creation and maintenance of racial equity and did so explicitly for centuries and has done so for 50+ years -- 163 of 339 -- 163 implicitly via policies and practices that perpetuate inequities, even when they are color-blind or race neutral. Welcoming America is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that leads a movement of inclusive communities becoming more prosperous by ensuring everyone belongs. Welcoming America believes that all people, including immigrants, are valued contributors and vital to the success of our communities and shared future. Through the Welcoming Network, we work to help communities develop the roadmap they need to create welcoming policies and share new approaches to inclusion to create an environment where everyone can truly thrive. (50034) Training and Professional Development ($8,000) Courageous Conversations Conference – 1 to staff at $8,000 The People and Culture Specialist will need necessary training and professional development in diversity and inclusion, as well as advancing knowledge of best practices or strategies in this specific scope of work. (50046) Other Contract Services ($25,000) 1. Covers the fees paid to training facilitators, instructors, or external consultants who lead training sessions across areas of equity, conflict resolution, de-escalation, executive and people leadership, and any work that can assist in the positive culture shift within and across the city ($10,000) 2. Vision and hearing-impaired access to ensure that all community members regardless of their language proficiency have equal opportunity to utilize information and services ($5,000) 3. Affinity groups ($10,000) (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($1,000) People and Culture initiative supplies and materials, employee resources, and celebrations ($1,000) Personnel Administration Program Expenses (000-06-0603-0029) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($733,936) (50008) Longevity ($935) (50012) FICA Expenses ($56,337) (50014) Pension Expenses ($98,640) (50015) Employee Health Insurance Opt Out ($2,499) -- 164 of 339 -- 164 (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($258,579) (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($400) Employee mileage reimbursement (50030) Rentals ($1,000) Rental for testing venue for Civil Service examinations Police quarterly testing – local schools utilized and charged maintenance fees. (50032) Publications and Memberships ($3,608) The Human Resource Department has memberships that are crucial for the positions. Those include: 1. SHRM (Society for Human Resources Management) 1 staff at $299 per person 2. PSHRA (Public Sector HR Association formerly IPMA) organizational membership for the HR team 9 staff at $175 totaling $1,575 3. Purchase publication materials related to personnel management $1,734 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($185,900) 1. Tuition reimbursement required per SEIU CBA - $20,000 2. PML PELRAS (Public Employer Labor Relations Advisory Service) conference located in Hershey, PA – 1 HR Employee - Hotel and Conference fees – $3,000 3. Collective Bargaining for Public Safety Employees- 1 HR employee- Total: $4,700 (Hotel, Flights and Conference fees- $1,800 for conference fees, airfare $1,532, hotel rooms for 3 nights $1,368) 4. SHRM (Society Human Resources Management) Lehigh Valley conference (once a year), 1 HR Employee - $1,000 5. PSHRA (formerly IPMA- HR) conference - 2 HR Employees- $3,200 (San Diego) Registration- $1,500, Hotel 3 nights $900, Flight $800 6. Continuing Education Credits for HR Employees, including education requirements for maintaining current HR certifications. - $2,500 Professional certifications each require annual credits such as workshops, webinars, seminars, and trainings – Average 120 credits per year. 7. PSHRA Certification – One (1) HR employee $1,500 8. Tuition Reimbursement for non-bargaining employees - $30,000 9. Training program for employees - CDL per Federal requirement - $90,000 -- 165 of 339 -- 165 $5,000 per employee for 18 employees 10. Professional Certification bonus for non- bargaining employees- $30,000 (50046) Other Contract Services ($559,600) 1. EAP Annual Costs - Counseling services for employees and their dependents. This is an annual flat amount based on quarterly headcount. Coordinated through LVHN. - $8,000 2. Shredding- Specialized crosscut shred for HR confidential documents - $1,600 3. Employee Training Delivery System- $20,000 4. City employee parking costs to APA $385,000 5. Alliance Hall parkers are budgeted in Health Administration 6. PA unemployment insurance benefits – to cover cost of each unemployment claim each year $107,000 7. PA unemployment insurance benefits – to cover cost of Third-Party Administrator $3,000 8. FMLA Third Party Administrator $35,000 (50050) Other Services and Charges ($86,083) 1. Background checks, Drug screening, Job advertisements, Medical Clearances $70,000 2. Civil Service Program Funding $11,000 3. Police will need three entry level testing material due to projected future retirements $5,083 (50056) Uniforms ($1,200) (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($35,000) 1. Miscellaneous office supplies, orientation and training supplies, lanyards, etc. - $3,700 2. Employee Recognition Event - $24,000 3. Job Fair Materials and expenses - $3,600 Tent, cart, promotional items, registration fees 4. Employee Lunch N Learn Sessions - $3,700 (50072) Equipment ($6,000) Purchase 4 new office desks and office chairs. -- 166 of 339 -- 166 Management Systems Department (000-07) Management Director & IT Bureau (000-07-0604) Customer Services Customer Services provides centralized technology support to all employees and elected officials of the City of Allentown. The department operates a dedicated service desk that serves as the single point of contact for all technical assistance, ensuring streamlined communication and efficient issue resolution. The service desk is responsible for logging and tracking incidents, researching and identifying appropriate solutions, triaging and escalating issues when necessary, and monitoring actions and outcomes to ensure successful resolution. In addition to its support functions, the service desk coordinates comprehensive technology training programs. These programs encompass enterprise-wide systems, departmental applications, and specialized software to meet the diverse needs of the organization. Infrastructure Services Infrastructure Services is responsible for the administration and management of core technology assets, including systems, networks, servers, and storage infrastructure. The team oversees the design, implementation, and troubleshooting of these assets to ensure operational stability and alignment with organizational objectives. This function also defines and enforces database maintenance protocols, implements comprehensive backup and disaster recovery strategies, and administers security policies and procedures to safeguard information systems and uphold regulatory compliance. Application Services Application Services is responsible for the strategic management and delivery of a broad range of technological solutions that support the City's operational and business needs. The division conducts in-depth business process analyses to identify improvement opportunities and develop tailored software programs and enhancements aligned with departmental requirements. This function oversees the testing and implementation of software modifications, provides ongoing support for existing applications, and resolves technical issues reported by end users. The team also applies major hardware and software updates to maintain optimal system performance and security. In addition to its technical functions, Application Services creates comprehensive training materials, conducts user training sessions, and develops technical and functional -- 167 of 339 -- 167 documentation to ensure consistent and informed use of technology resources throughout the organization. Administration Services Administrative Services is committed to delivering a comprehensive range of support functions essential to the City's operational efficiency. The division oversees budgeting, contract management, payroll administration, and the development and enforcement of standard policies and procedures. It also manages purchasing activities, record keeping, and reporting functions, while coordinating scheduling and staff training to enhance performance and service delivery. Through strategic planning, leadership, and teamwork, Administrative Services fosters a professional environment grounded in discipline and guided by a flexible and adaptive vision— one that evolves in response to changing organizational needs and conditions. Goals: 1. Business Alignment & Customer Focus a. Ensure all initiatives are aligned with business objectives b. Delivering exceptional customer experiences through proactive engagement 2. Agility & Adaptability a. Embrace flexible approaches and respond swiftly to change b. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation 3. Reliability & Resilience a. Maintain high system uptime and performance b. Design infrastructure and processes to withstand disruptions 4. Security & Stability a. Safeguard digital assets and data with robust protection b. Ensure stable environments for critical operations 5. Modernization & Mobility a. Leverage modern technologies to enable anytime, anywhere access b. Promote mobile solutions to enhance productivity and responsiveness 6. Operational Excellence a. Streamline processes to be efficient and effective b. Eliminate redundancies and optimize resource utilization -- 168 of 339 -- 168 Robust Network & Server Ecosystem a. Build and maintain reliable, secure infrastructure b. Support scalability and future growth 7. Application Integrity a. Ensure mission-critical applications are stable, secure, and performant b. Prioritize modernization to meet evolving business needs 8. Business Process Integration a. Align technology solutions with core business processes b. Support seamless workflows across departments 9. Customer Service Commitment a. Provide responsive and empathetic support b. Continuously improving service quality based on feedback 10. Infrastructure Modernization & Resiliency 1. Invest in future-ready infrastructure 2. Enhance systems to withstand evolving challenges and demands Measurable Objectives: 1. Training – Enhance cybersecurity readiness by ensuring that at least 80% of employees successfully complete monthly security awareness training modules. 2. Security – Resolve Zero-Day and Critical vulnerabilities within a 15-day window to minimize risk exposure and safeguard system integrity. 3. Run the business – Sustain current operational capabilities to meet the expectations of business unit leaders, executive leadership, and elected officials—ensuring consistent, reliable performance across all functions. 4. Change the Business – Advance and innovate business capabilities by expanding existing services and introducing new solutions that improve overall operations and drive measurable performance gains. Systems Management Program Expenses (000-07-0604-0030) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($1,620,808) (50008) Longevity ($11,541) (50012) FICA Expenses ($125,065.64) -- 169 of 339 -- 169 (50014) Pension Expenses ($197,280) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($517,158) (50022) Telephone ($317,000) 1. The IT department provides telephone service at all City locations - $72,000 2. The IT department provides cell phone services for the City of Allentown - $120,000 3. The IT department pays for the cost of internet services for the City of Allentown. This includes fiber connectivity along with cable modems at various locations - $125,000 (50026) Printing ($29,987) The IT department pays for the cost of managed printing services for all general fund departments in the City. The total cost for 2026 is expected to be $29,987.00: 1. City Council: $500 2. Mayor’s Office: $500 3. Controller’s Office: $200 4. Law Office: $800 5. Revenue & Audit: $1,450 6. Finance: $285 7. Treasury: $425 8. Purchasing: $50 9. Engineering: $2,277 10. Fleet Maintenance: $180 11. Building Maintenance: $260 12. Street Maintenance: $1,800 13. Traffic Planning & Control: $500 14. Police Department Patrol Operations: $5,600 15. Emergency Medical Services (EMS): $850 16. Fire Administration & Operations: $3,400 17. Human Resources: $600 18. Parks Maintenance: $210 19. Parks & Recreation (Organized Sports Activities): $850 20. Community & Economic Development, Admin, Planning, & BS&S Bureaus: $4,950 21. Health Bureau: $4,300 -- 170 of 339 -- 170 (50031) Software ($2,347,752) Community & Economic Development 1. ArcGIS Urban subscription - $13,350 2. Rehab spec writing software - $1,800 3. Sensaphone subscription for Health - $299 4. Data loggers for vaccine refrigerators at Health - $1,200 5. Cloud server licensing for the Health Bureau - $10,000 Fire 1. Zoll billing and usage - $62,225 2. Zoll Data Systems (EMS charts) - $25,200 3. E-Core software management (schedule) - $9,009 4. LogRX Narcotics software - $5,750 5. Camera software - $11,000 6. KnoxBox Narcotics control user interface software - $725 7. Translation software - $1,800 8. Fire dispatch reporting system - $6,265 Human Resources 1. Qualtrics - $10,000 Information Systems 1. Backup software licensing & support - $41,000 2. KoFax PDF software & maintenance - $9,000 3. Adobe software licensing for various departments – $7,500 4. Samsara vehicle GPS & Camera service - $87,390 5. Network security auditing - $70,000 6. Secure external file sharing software - $20,000 7. Email signature software & maintenance - $7,000 8. Help Desk ticketing software & maintenance - $7,500 9. Microsoft Enterprise Agreement (licensing) - $521,085 10. ADMINS annual software licensing & maintenance - $111,146 11. Tyler Technologies EP&L (EnerGov) annual software maintenance - $60,000 -- 171 of 339 -- 171 12. GIS software maintenance - $96,000 13. Network monitoring software (WUG, AD, PC, OG, ME) - $37,500 14. Non-Microsoft vulnerability patching software - $1,900 15. Secure remote access software & maintenance - $25,000 16. Virtualization platform software licensing & support - $85,000 17. Government cloud experience & meeting suite software & support - $104,051 18. Tyler Technologies ERP (Munis) financial software - $310,000 19. ArcGIS Urban, Hub, Workflow Manager, StreetMap Premium, GeoEvent, Data Interop and Business manager modules - $76,350 20. ESRI Velocity (allows for ingestion of data from our internal systems) - $41,715 21. Software 3rd party - $46,000 Non-Departmental 1. Digital Civic engagement software for governments - $40,000 2. Canva subscription - $125 3. Adobe Premiere subscription - $2,200 4. MIRO software licenses - $7,200 Parks 1. MyRec facility management software - $7,575 2. Time Trak GO software for timeclock used with aquatics and playground summer staff – $3,200 Police 1. Crash data retrieval software - $1,600 2. ESOPH (hiring software) - $15,000 3. PowerDMS - $10,081 4. Policeone.com - $15,000 5. AirData (drone) - $1,520 6. Squarespace (joinAPD.com) - $400 7. Input Ace (video) - $3,000 8. CI Technologies software (AI Pro) - $2,600 9. Blue Team annual maintenance (IA Pro) - $1,100 10. Easy Street Draw (works w/TRACS) - $20,000 -- 172 of 339 -- 172 11. Tip411 annual maintenance - $6,000 12. Records management system maintenance agreement (Mark43) – $103,753 13. Genetec Advantage maintenance - $25,938 14. All traffic solutions (traffic suite – speed signs) - $8,500 15. Greykey - $12,500 16. Magnet forensics - $7,000 17. IACP.net annual database fee - $1,750 18. When to Work (Act 120) - $750 19. Net motion maintenance (Police, Fire EMS MDT’s) - $15,000 20. ArcGIS Workflow Manager - $10,825 21. CellBright software license and maintenance - $35,425 Public Works 1. AutoCAD maintenance, support & license - $17,100 2. Licensing & software for vehicle tracking - $25,000 3. Time clock - $5,500 4. Autel car scanner subscription for updates - $2,000 5. JPro HD scanner subscription for updates - $2,200 6. ShopKey Pro membership (car & truck) - $6,000 7. Keynet GPS software for survey team - $3,150 8. Small Autel specific scanner updates - $1,000 9. Engineering cost estimating software - $2,500 10. ArcGIS Urban Subscription - $1,800 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($37,000) 1. The IT department pays for the cost of training all City of Allentown employees in cybersecurity awareness - $20,000 2. The IT department pays for the cost of certifications required for employees of the department - $2,000 3. The IT department pays for expenses related to attendance at certain approved conferences from Vendors we currently utilize in the City of Allentown - $15,000 (50040) Civic Expenses ($60) State of the City address -- 173 of 339 -- 173 (50042) Repairs and Maintenance ($392,340) Hardware Support & Maintenance 1. Maintenance of both data centers HVAC & UPS systems - $26,500 2. Maintenance of out-of-warranty data center switches - $20,000 3. Maintenance of servers and networking hardware after manufacturer warranty - $23,000 4. Maintenance of equipment used to provide redundant internet services - $6,500 5. Maintenance of hardware that provides audio and video services in council chambers - $4,000 6. Maintenance of networking hardware used to provide secure internet services for end users - $95,000 7. Maintenance of the City-wide work order system - $45,000 8. Maintenance & support of the phone services within the City of Allentown - $54,000 9. Maintenance & support for the city website - $29,590 10. Maintenance on the 3rd party software licensing and support - $28,750 11. ExaGrid storage hardware support and maintenance - $45,000 12. NetApp backup support and maintenance - $15,000 (50046) Other Contract Services ($414,921) 1. Microsoft Premier Support Agreement - $175,500 2. ESRI Advantage Program support (GIS services) - $119,400 3. Cost of contract and consulting services used to aid with configuration of the phone system within the City of Allentown - $7,500 4. Contract and consulting services used to aid with technology projects and future development regarding the current and future state of the City of Allentown - $82,521 5. Cost of cloud-based services used to provide infrastructure redundancy within the City of Allentown - $15,000 6. Contract to provide language translation services throughout the City - $15,000 (50050) Other Services & Charges ($7,500) The IT Department covers the cost for credit card processing fees within the City of Allentown. (50054) Repair and Maintenance Supplies ($500) Cost of equipment parts and supplies such as workbenches and tables to work on equipment throughout the City of Allentown. -- 174 of 339 -- 174 (50068) Operating Materials & Supplies ($2,000) Electronic cleaning supplies, laptop bags, iPad cases, cell phone chargers and cases (50072) Equipment ($180,000) 1. New and replacement Laptops, desktop computers and peripheral devices city-wide - $175,000 2. New wireless access points to enhance wireless network coverage at all city locations - $2,000 3. Digital billboard rollout in all city buildings - $3,000 (50073) Equipment Over $5,000 ($180,000) 1. Implementation of a New Uninterruptible Power Supply System for the Primary Data Center - $90,000 2. ExaGrid storage tray to expand backup capacity to meet the growing demand for data and video backups - $90,000 -- 175 of 339 -- 175 Mail & Print Services Program Expenses (000-07-0604-0082) This program supports the City and all its departments and affiliates by managing their mailing, printing, and office supply needs. It is operated by two dedicated union employees—a Print Shop Specialist and a Mailroom Specialist—who work collaboratively to deliver essential logistical services on a consistent basis. The team’s mission remains steadfast: to provide high-quality service to both the City and its residents while identifying smart, cost-effective solutions that protect taxpayer dollars. Through thoughtful design and efficient mailing practices, they optimize the use of paper, envelopes, toner, and postage—small adjustments that yield significant long-term impact. By meticulously maintaining equipment and supplies in-house, they reduce dependence on external vendors and keep the operation running smoothly. Personnel Expenses (50002 Permanent Wages) ($121,524) (50006) Premium Pay ($500) Overtime for bargaining employees as needed for coverage at peak billing and budget times (50008) Longevity ($949) (50012) FICA Expenses ($9,407.43) (50014) Pension Expenses ($21,920) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($57,462) (50024) Postage and Shipping ($200,000) Annual cost for City-wide mailing services, including package shipments through UPS, FedEx or USPS. (50026) Printing ($85,000) 1. City wide envelopes - $25,000 2. Lease agreements for production series copiers used to provide high-speed, high-quality print services for all departments in the City. There are 2 devices under separate lease agreements plus overage - $35,000 a. Canon Varioprint V115 high speed black and white copier - $15,000 b. Canon V810 high speed color copier - $20,000 c. Color copier overage - $25,000 -- 176 of 339 -- 176 (50030) Rentals ($1,750) Rental of postage machine (50042) Repairs and Maintenance ($8,500) 1. Mail machine - $1,900 2. Mail inserter/folder - $3,500 3. Envelope slicer repairs - $600 4. Cutter maintenance - $1,750 5. Cover bind repairs - $750 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($45,750) 1. City wide paper and binding supplies a. Paper - $14,500.00 b. Central supply of white copier paper - $25,000 c. Binding combs & thermos bind covers - $1,250 2. City wide office supplies - $5,000 -- 177 of 339 -- 177 Parks and Recreation Department (000-08) The inspiration to develop a park system in Allentown is traditionally accredited to Mayor Fred Lewis who realized the lack of available recreation areas. The result was the creation of West Park, Allentown’s first park, as well as the creation of the Allentown Parks Department in 1904. In 1924, under the direction of General Harry C. Trexler as the first President of the City Planning Commission, the Parks Department began planning for Allentown’s parks by purchasing property that is now the Lehigh Parkway, Cedar Creek Parkway and Jordan Park. From the 1930s onward park expansion continued with Works Progress Administration projects on the east and south sides, creation of the Allentown Municipal Golf Course and a myriad of parks. From those humble beginnings, Allentown’s Park system has grown, providing health and recreation benefits to the City’s expanding population. The National Recreation and Parks Association reports that cities similar in size offer 7 acres of parkland per 1,000 residents while Allentown boasts 16 acres of parkland per 1,000 residents. Allentown Parks and Recreation strives to manage those many acres with a small staff; 4.6 full time staff per 10,000 people versus the national average of 7.9 full time staff per 10,000 people in the National Average. The national median total park acreage is 1,273 acres and Allentown boasts over 2,000 acres of park land and 35 miles of trails; Allentown has an abundance of spectacular parks. The Parks Department consists of four bureaus: Parks Maintenance, Recreation, Special Events and Golf. Currently the Parks Department consists of 67 full-time employees. 53 employees in parks maintenance, 5 in Recreation, 3 in Special Events, 1 in Sustainability, and 5 in the Golf Bureau. The Parks and Recreation Department relies on seasonal summer staff for operations including approximately 12 part-time workers in parks maintenance, 90 part-time aquatics employees, 75 part-time recreation employees (playground instructors, interns and field specialists) and 30 part- time golf staff. The Parks Maintenance Bureau plays a vital role in ensuring that Allentown’s parks, green spaces, and public grounds are welcoming, functional, and well cared for throughout the year. The team provides a comprehensive range of services that include landscape management, capital project development, aquatics maintenance, arboriculture, and horticulture. Their work extends beyond park boundaries, encompassing public rights-of-way, traffic islands, medians, -- 178 of 339 -- 178 and various other City-owned properties. Parks Maintenance crews are responsible for daily tasks such as mowing, trimming, leaf removal, irrigation, and trash collection to keep parks clean and green. They also provide ongoing maintenance of athletic fields, playgrounds, walking paths, restrooms, and park structures to ensure public safety and usability. In addition to routine care, the Bureau supports capital improvement projects such as playground installations, court resurfacing, trail construction, and infrastructure upgrades helping to modernize and enhance recreational amenities across the City. Arborists on staff manage the City’s urban tree canopy by planting, pruning, and removing trees, and responding to storm damage. Horticulture specialists design and maintain seasonal plantings and garden beds that beautify public spaces and support pollinators and biodiversity. The Bureau also plays a critical role in maintaining the City’s pools and splash parks, ensuring water quality, safety, and accessibility for thousands of seasonal visitors. Finally, Parks Maintenance provides logistical support for City events, festivals, and recreation programs, including setup, cleanup, and access to facilities, ensuring that Allentown’s parks remain vibrant community hubs for leisure, fitness, and celebration. The Parks Department manages multiple large capital projects each year that continually improve the assets in the parks, largely based on recommendations from the Parks Comprehensive Plan completed and adopted in December 2025. Capital projects completed in 2025 include Municipal Golf Course improvements (Bunkers), WPA structures at Union Terrace, Rose Garden Pavilion #1 & #2, Dixon St Pedestrian Bridge and Jordan Skatepark Phase 2. In 2026 projects anticipated for construction include Bogert’s Bridge, D&L Trail, and design of Franklin Park. The Recreation Bureau has a significant impact on city residents, providing engaging recreational programming. Recreational programs include the Summer Playground Program, Aquatics programming, learn to swim lessons, lifeguard classes and sports and non-sport recreational offerings. Sports offerings include King and Queen of the Court, basketball and volleyball leagues and support for soccer, wrestling, tennis and pickleball. New this year is a renewed focus on free drop-in programming in parks for science education, art classes, public art installation, yoga, mindfulness, skateboarding classes, music, and basketball skills and drills. The Special Events team works closely with all city departments and various community groups to support special events. Over the past several years, the amount of coordination for special community events has increased, resulting in significant public engagement. City-run events include Juneteenth, 4th of July Celebration, Classics & Cruisers, Hallo-weekend, and Lights in -- 179 of 339 -- 179 the Parkway and smaller annual city run events including an Egg Hunt, Irving Block Party, concerts at Union Terrace, Bomba at Cedar beach and others. City sponsored events include Fiesta, Blues, Brews and Barbecue, Tree Lighting Ceremony and a New Year’s Eve Celebration. Over 100 special event requests have been processed including 5k races, block parties, parades, and cultural celebrations that require significant amounts of cross bureau and partner coordination and collaboration to ensure safety and success. The Municipal Golf Course continues to generate increased revenue every year. Increased revenues are attributed to increased rounds of golf, as well as increased use of the year-round driving range. Revenue has continued to increase due to the balance of affordability and quality of play. -- 180 of 339 -- 180 Parks Maintenance Bureau (000-08-0709) The Parks Maintenance Bureau provides landscape management and development services within the parks and other city properties, providing varied, safe, attractive, and modern places for public recreation and a cleaner, more beautiful city. Tasks include landscaping, arboriculture, turf management, maintaining pools and spray parks, snow removal on city streets and sidewalks, supporting special events and recreation activities, maintaining sports fields and facilities as well as trash, litter, and bathrooms. Grounds Maintenance Program Expenses (000-08-0709-0031) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($2,615,974) (50004) Temp Wages ($125,000) Parks Maintenance attempts to employ 10-12 summer laborers every year to assist with maintenance duties during the summer season. (50006) Premium Pay ($100,000) Parks Maintenance has 48.30 positions that are allocated in the general fund. Funds from premium pay are used to accomplish the following tasks: trash collection, snow removal for streets (public right of way, plowing and sidewalk clearing), snow removal in parks (trails and parking lots), restroom cleaning, annual flower watering in the downtown district, special events, band trailer, recreation activities such as movies and concerts, tree emergencies, pool and spray park maintenance, and litter collection. (50008) Longevity ($28,856) (50012) FICA Expenses ($230,336) (50014) Pension Expenses ($460,868) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($1,208,139) (50026) Printing ($6,000) Parks Maintenance replaces multiple signs within the park system annually. Signage includes “No Parking”, rules, grand funding signs and emergency signs to educate park users. The signs need to be replaced on an as needed basis due to vandalism, and normal wear and tear. (50030) Rentals ($13,700) Hurricane Sandy destroyed the Parks Maintenance building in 2012. Due to the damage, the building had to be demolished and created a lack of a storage facility for Parks Maintenance -- 181 of 339 -- 181 equipment. An agreement was reached with AEDC to provide Parks Maintenance with storage facility for equipment. The storage facility is integral in providing a secure shelter for Parks Maintenance equipment and preventing unnecessary wear and tear by being stored outside in the elements. The annual cost of the storage facility is $7,500 [Munis Contract # 136]. This is an evergreen contract, renewed yearly as needed until a new Parks Maintenance facility is constructed. $6,200 will be needed for equipment rentals (e.g. portable toilets) [Munis Contract # 247] for various projects throughout the park system. (50032) Publications & Memberships ($3,675) The Parks Maintenance Bureau maintains several memberships for its employees. $925 is required annually for ISA and PennDel Chapter memberships for the five certified arborists on staff. In addition to the yearly membership dues, certified arborists must renew their certifications every three years. That is an additional cost of $1,500 for 2026. Parks Maintenance currently has 22 employees that are certified with the PA Dept. of Agriculture as Pesticide Applicators or Technicians. These certifications are required by the Commonwealth of PA for Parks Maintenance to continue its turf and invasive weed maintenance program. A total of 5 technicians and 4 applicators are due for renewal in 2026. The total anticipated cost is $150. Several employees within Parks Maintenance are required to obtain and maintain a CDL license. Per the City’s agreement with S.E.I.U., we are obligated to reimburse employees for their CDL renewals. The total anticipated cost for 2026 is $900. An additional $200 is budgeted for PA Landscape and Nursery Association. (50034) Training and Professional Development ($9,700) Parks Maintenance employees are required to obtain continuing education credits for their various certifications. These training courses and certifications are integral to maintaining maintenance standards and having an educated and knowledgeable workforce maintaining the City’s Park system. Training opportunities vary from year to year based on availability. There is a total of eleven employees who are required to obtain continuing education credits for Pesticide Applicators. Pesticide Applicators are certified with the PA Department of Agriculture. Continuing education allows staff to learn how to safely handle and apply various products throughout the parks. -- 182 of 339 -- 182 Five of the Park Maintenance staff are certified arborists through the International Society of Arborists. Continuing education allows the arborists to perform their duties safely and skillfully. These trainings allow the City to maintain a healthy tree canopy throughout the City. One employee in Parks Maintenance is a certified Horticulturalist/Rosarian. One management staff in Parks Maintenance attends the NRPA conference, this year it is in Philadelphia, PA. There is a total of four certified pool operators for Parks Maintenance. These continuing education credits allow the Parks Maintenance staff to continue to provide safe operation of the City’s pools and spray parks for citizens to enjoy in the summer. 1. Pesticide Applicator C.E.U ($1,000) 2. International Society of Arborists C.E.U. ($1,200) 3. Horticulture/Rosarian C.E.U. ($500) 4. NRPA Conference ($2,000) 5. Pool Operator C.E.U. ($2,500) 6. Pool and Spa Tradeshow ($2,500) (50042) Repairs and Maintenance ($4,900) During the year, unexpected repairs occur. Included in these repairs are aerator repairs, alarm repairs, welding, fence repairs, and other emergency repairs as they arise. In addition to fleet repairs, it has become necessary to have outside contractors repairing damage to fences, guardrails, etc. $4,000 is budgeted for these various repairs needed. (4,000) Quest Pest provides pest control to Parks Maintenance facilities. These facilities include the Parks Maintenance Barn, Fish Hatchery and 2700 Parkway building. This cost of this work is determined by quote 2015-002 ($900.00) (50046) Other Contract Services ($211,575) Pool Water Testing has now been moved to the Parks Maintenance budget from Aquatics. These funds will provide for water testing of Cedar, Mack and Andre Reed pools for the 2026 season. The Department of Parks and Recreation has contracted the services of USDA APHIS Wildlife Control [Munis Contract – pending]. The USDA assists the Department with controlling the Canadian Geese populations in the various waterways and lakes located within the City. The City’s Fleet Service has contracted with Samsara to provide GPS and camera services for several trucks in the Parks Maintenance fleet. The GPS units assist with creating more efficient -- 183 of 339 -- 183 routes for routine work and for Street snow removal. The cameras assist in documenting any incidents while employees are conducting their daily routines. There is a total of 22 units with GPS and 9 units with cameras. The Fish Hatchery Alarm system that monitors the Fish Hatchery to ensure the aerators are operating. The Department is continuing with resurfacing basketball courts throughout the City. Several courts require much needed repairs and resurfacing. Resurfacing on a regular basis extends the life of the courts and reduced replacement costs. Electrical inspections for the pools and spray parks now need to be completed by an outside contractor. Without these inspections, the pools and spray parks cannot open for the season. The public art maintenance contract will be used for the ongoing maintenance and repairs being done for the several art installations located in multiple parks. [Munis Contract # 194] The new bathroom at Fountain Park will be installed for community and programming use. 1. Pool water testing ($5,000) 2. Wildlife management USDA contract ($22,535) 3. Fish Hatchery alarm ($1,200) 4. Basketball court surfacing at Andre Reed, Jordan Meadows, and Jordan Park ($77,840) 5. Electrical inspections for the pools and spray parks ($1,500) 6. Engineering consultations for grants ($3,500) 7. Public art maintenance contract ($75,000) [Munis Contract # 194] 8. New bathroom at Fountain Park ($25,000) (50050) Other Contract Services and Charges ($900) This expenditure account covers waste hauler fees ($400) and various fees for permitted work required by the City are paid from this account. Grant application fees are also expensed from this account. ($500) (50054) Repair and Maintenance Supplies ($110,000) The repair and maintenance supplies expenditure account is used by Parks Maintenance to purchase tools, supplies and materials needed to assist in the day-to-day operations and preventative maintenance of the parks system. Overall needs and amounts fluctuate due to demand, availability and market volatility. In addition to the anticipated costs, consideration is also given to emergency needs and repairs that unexpectedly occur during the year. -- 184 of 339 -- 184 For 2026, supplies used for general repairs, emergency and preventive maintenance for the pools, spray parks, restrooms, drinking fountains, decorative fountains, and irrigation systems have also been accounted. There are numerous facilities within the park system that require electricity. These facilities require maintenance, and these funds will be utilized to maintain these facilities. Increased parks usage has led to increased wear and tear to all of the playground structures that Parks Maintenance needs to maintain and keep in safe operating condition. Parks Maintenance is responsible for maintaining 21 playgrounds and playlots located throughout the City. Many playground replacement parts have increased in price and are specialized. Plumbing supplies are expensed from this account and funds are used to purchase plumbing pipes, fittings and other supplies to make repairs at all park facilities. These funds will help offset the costs of any unforeseen damage that may occur during the course of the season in the park system. 1. Aquatic facilities repair items ($20,000) 2. General park repair items ($7,900) 3. Electrical repair supplies ($10,700) 4. Playground replacement parts ($25,000) 6. Replacement parts to service equipment ($6,000) 7. Custodial supplies for bathrooms at 19 different park locations ($5,000) 8. Materials (stone, track mix, etc.) ($14,000) 9. Plumbing supplies and parts ($8,000) 10. Restroom parts for maintenance and upgrades ($4,000) 11. Emergency repair parts ($2,000) 12. Parking lot paving materials ($5,000) 13. Risk Management claims of $500 or less ($1,000) (50056) Uniforms ($15,400) Parks Maintenance is required by the S.E.I.U. contract to provide uniforms ($6,500) and safety shoes ($6,500) to employees. We also plan to spend $2,400 on Management uniforms. -- 185 of 339 -- 185 (50062) Fuels, Oils and Lubricants ($25,000) Parks Maintenance uses these funds to primarily obtain heating oil. Market conditions have increased these expenses presently and appear likely to increase in the foreseeable future. Funds are also used for purchasing motor oil, grease, hydraulic fluid, etc. The Fish Hatchery requires propane heaters to warm the water in the winter months. The forklifts for Parks Maintenance utilize propane. 1. Heating oil for Parks Maintenance Barn, 3000 Parkway and 2700 Linden ($21,000) 2. Oil and lubricants needed for small engine repairs and preventive maintenance ($1,000) 3. Propane for Fish Hatchery ($2,000) 4. Propane for forklifts ($1,000) (50066) Chemicals ($88,000) The chemicals expenditure account is used to purchase various chemicals for multiple maintenance needs. In 2026 we are treating 3 pools and one spray pad that is filtered. In addition to the pools, various chemicals are purchased using this expenditure account for turf and landscape maintenance and in the winter, ice melt and anti-freeze are purchased to winterize multiple restrooms in the parks system. Pool and turf maintenance chemicals are purchased through the competitive bid process. Industrial gases also utilize this account to purchase liquid propane and acetylene. Parks Maintenance anticipates a price increase for the chemicals purchased through this account due to the commodities market. 1. Ice melt ($10,000) 2. Antifreeze to winterize bathrooms in the parks ($550) 3. Turf and landscape bed maintenance ($5,650) 4. Industrial gases ($1,800) 5. Water chemicals for Cedar, Mack, Irving Pool and Bucky Boyle Spray Park. ($70,000) (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($54,000) Parks Maintenance anticipates an increase for annual flower plantings. The Hamilton St. Streetscape plan calls for additional materials and plants. The annual flowers are competitively bid every year. Various tree and shrub plantings will continue for 2025. These plantings will replace dead trees and shrubs at various locations. -- 186 of 339 -- 186 Landscape bed mulch and certified playground mulch is competitively bid annually by the Purchasing Bureau. Landscape mulch is used in all City right of way beds. Parks Maintenance uses approximately 600 cubic yards of landscape mulch. Approximately 500 cubic yards of certified playground mulch is used at the multiple playgrounds located throughout the park system. Also included in the landscaping materials line item is topsoil, seed, E & S controls, potting soil, infield mix, and hydro-mulch. All of these materials are used at various locations throughout the parks. This line item is also used to purchase small equipment that does not meet the criteria to be expended from the 72 account. These items include chainsaws, blowers, etc. 1. Annual flower plantings ($10,000) 2. Trees and shrubs ($10,000) 3. Mulch for landscape beds ($12,000) 4. Certified playground mulch ($12,000) 5. Small equipment (chainsaws, blowers, string trimmers, etc.) ($5,000) 6. Rose Garden plantings ($2,000) 7. Prescription safety glasses ($3,000) (50072) Equipment ($24,500) Equipment items are used for day-to-day maintenance in the parks. The small equipment purchased using this account meets the threshold established by the City Controller (chainsaws, blowers, string trimmers, etc.) Items purchased vary depending on the maintenance needs for the year. Funds will also be used to purchase bleachers, trash cans, picnic tables, benches, pavilions and other amenities. 1. Bleachers ($4,500) 2. Trash cans, picnic tables, benches and other amenities ($20,000) (50073) Equipment Over $5,000 ($40,500) The Department has developed an annual replacement plan for a 60” zero turn mower and a 104” mower to be replaced on an annual basis. This ensures the mowing fleet is operating at optimal efficiency and maintenance can be conducted in a timely and efficient manner. 1. Zero Turn Mower 60" ($14,300) 2. 104" Mower ($26,200) -- 187 of 339 -- 187 Special Events Program (000-08-0709-0032) Allentown is host to hundreds of special events each year including fairs, festivals, marathons, fund-raising walks, community and cultural celebrations, and much more. The Bureau of Special Events (SE) works with other City departments to make sure that those who host events have all necessary permits, licenses, insurance, and agreements. The responsibilities of the bureau have expanded considerably in recent years. In addition to hosting city run events, we have formalized and streamlined the special event application process. As a front-line municipal agency, we strive to deliver comprehensive customer service to the citizens of Allentown, local community groups, business associations, and event producers. Special Events Program Expenses (000-08-0709-0032) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($202,986) (50004) Temporary Wages (15,000) This projection is for planning and “day of” event help with seasonal temporary staff at various city-run and city-sponsored events. This will also cover any intern costs. (50006) Premium Pay ($2,500) Overtime Pay for three special events full time staff members. (50008) Longevity ($666) (50012) FICA Expenses ($18,142) (50014) Pension Expenses ($32,880) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($86,193) (50026) Printing ($1,500) Signage for events. (50030) Rentals ($19,500) These funds are for rentals of equipment needed for city-run and sponsored special events in 2026. 1. Portable toilets [Munis Contract # 247] ($14,000) 2. Tables/chairs ($3,000) 3. Light towers ($2,500) -- 188 of 339 -- 188 (50032) Publications and Memberships ($510) This encompasses memberships for staff members in the Special Events Bureau to become a member of PRPS (Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Association) and NRPA (National Recreation and Park Association). 1. NRPA Membership (3 staff members) ($375) 2. PRPS Membership (3 staff members) ($135) (50034) Training and Professional Development ($3,500) This line item is used for training for one staff member in the Special Events Bureau to attend the yearly Event Management School ($3,500) (50046) Other Contract Services ($386,286) This is used for several special events including the following: 1. Contract for city-run 4th of July ($35,000) 2. To provide more opportunities for Allentown residents and visitors to civically engage, various city-run events that occur throughout the calendar year such as Juneteenth, 4th of July, Classics & Cruisers, and the Halloween Festival ($140,000) 3. Additional events such as Memorial Day Block Party, Egg Hunt, Yoga Series, or other smaller scale city-run functions ($12,000) 4. Concerts at Union Terrace, ArtsQuest Year 2 [Munis Contract #137] ($104,286) 5. Concerts at Cedar Beach, Bomba at the Beach ($30,000) 6. The sponsorship of various events to activate downtown Allentown such as festivals, ceremonies, celebrations and other opportunities ($50,000) 7. Parking Lot Attendants for Juneteenth and 4th of July ($15,000). The amount has increased due to contractual obligations, additional city run concerts and events, and the increased expectation to deliver exciting experiences for the residents of the City (50050) Other Services and Charges ($20,000) Marketing and advertising expenses for various city run and sponsored events including Juneteenth Celebration, 4th of July Fireworks Celebration, Classics and Cruisers on Hamilton and Allentown Halloween Festival & Walking Parade. -- 189 of 339 -- 189 (50054) Repair and Maintenance Supplies ($1,000) This line item will be used for special event maintenance supplies. Examples include hoses, banners brackets and repair items, hooks, hammers, tools, and equipment's to support city run events and special event initiatives such as the Hometown Heroes program. (50056) Uniforms ($1,500) Specials event staff uniform and apparel. (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($25,000) This line item is for the purpose of purchasing supplies and materials for city run events, supplies and materials for the Hometown Hero Banner Program and materials to civically engage residents and neighborhoods. Examples of purchases include décor, T-shirts for participants, and giveaways. (50090) Refunds ($20,500) This line item covers up to 6 refunds for Special Event application fees ($500) and fee reimbursement contracts for event organizers who have paid for city services associated with the event. The current application process allows for sponsorship of up to $1,000 per organization, per calendar year ($20,000). Lights in the Parkway Program (000-08-0709-0033) Lights in the Parkway (LITP) is one of the most traditional holiday displays in the Lehigh Valley and is emphasized as a traveling destination across the country. LITP has entertained visitors from all 50 states. Traditional favorites and larger than life spectaculars set to music transform the Lehigh Parkway into a winter wonderland. In 2025, Lights in the Parkway celebrated its 29th year with an extended season adding a walking and biking event, celebrations for holidays, as well as increasing light displays and setup enhancements. 2026 will mark the 30th anniversary of this exciting event. Lights in the Parkway Program Expenses (000-08-0709-0033) Personnel Expenses (50004) Temporary Wages ($12,000) Seasonal staff to assist with public correspondence about the event/ticketing as well as nightly management of volunteer groups and city staff volunteers. (50006) Premium Pay ($15,000) -- 190 of 339 -- 190 Pay for any overtime costs for staff for the duration of the event. (50011) Shift Differential ($1,500) (50012) FICA Expenses ($4,284) (50030) Rentals ($18,825) This account includes expenses for multiple boom lift rentals ($12,000) for set up and tear down of the event, portable restroom facilities [Munis Contract # 247] ($1,325) for the duration of the event and wayfinding message board(s) rentals ($5,500) to direct traffic flow and event information for the duration of the event. (50040) Civic Expenses ($15,200) For payments to civic groups and volunteers. (50046) Other Contract Services ($8,000) Walking Monday’s features or activities ($5,000), and Three Kings, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa celebrations. ($3,000) (50050) Other Services and Charges ($45,000) The amounts budgeted are based on event advertising and marketing needs ($40,000). Credit Card processing fees associated with the online ticketing platform are accounted for from this account as well. ($5,000) (50054) Repair and Maintenance Supplies ($25,000) This account is used by Parks Maintenance to purchase repair items for the displays for Lights in the Parkway. Types of items purchased using this account are bulbs, mechanical parts, actuators and other various tools or supplies needed to keep the displays functioning for the event. Additional budgeting has been planned for electrical supplies for the event such as extension cords, electrical boxes, fuses, and any other type of electrical parts that are needed by the electrician tradesman for Parks Maintenance. To provide a safer, secure location for electrical panels, expenditures are being planned for electrical upgrades. 1. Repair items ($10,000) 2. Electrical items: extension cords, wiring, etc. ($15,000) (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($24,000) In 2026 we anticipate the need for various materials and supplies for the Lights in the Parkway operations trailer ($6,000), guidewire to secure light displays throughout the route ($10,000) and string lights to wrap trees throughout the event footprint ($8,000). -- 191 of 339 -- 191 (50072) Equipment ($15,000) Adding Wi-Fi infrastructure for RBG lighting and for the event. ($15,000) (50073) Equipment Over $5,000 ($40,000) Light displays are updated annually to either replace old and worn out displays or to create new features for Lights in the Parkway. For 2026, we plan to continue updating displays. ($40,000) Sustainability Program (000-08-0709-0083) The Sustainability Program is focused on working cross-departmentally and with outside stakeholders to develop and implement environmental sustainability initiatives. These initiatives focus on increasing environmental stewardship and planning for a sustainable and resilient Allentown. Key efforts include seeking funding and implementing programs to increase energy efficiency of the City’s buildings, decreasing greenhouse gas emissions associated with municipal operations and throughout the community, improving the urban tree canopy, and mitigating exposure to pollution, which will reduce related health risks and improve the overall quality of life for all Allentonians. Since its inception in 2024, the City received over $1,000,000 in grant funding from federal, state and private grants. These funds were received to increase and support the urban tree canopy in historically underserved communities, pilot electric vehicles in the City’s fleet, identify energy efficiency projects, and administer mini grants to support climate projects led by 15–24-year-olds in Allentown. Sustainability Program Expenses (000-08-0709-0083) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($76,098) (50004) Temporary Wages ($5,000) This line item will be used to staff two sustainability interns throughout the year. These interns will focus on coordination and collection of necessary operational information for energy management planning and reporting tasks such as annual CDP reporting and Sustainable PA. These interns will also assist with outreach and coordination for the Urban and Community Forestry Plan and other special projects related to sustainability priorities. (50012) FICA Expenses ($6,204) (50014) Pension Expenses ($10,960) -- 192 of 339 -- 192 (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($28,731) (50026) Printing ($500) $500 will be used for outsourced printing of materials necessary for community outreach, education, and communication. (50032) Publications and Memberships ($6,840) $3,640 will be used for renewal of the City’s membership in the Urban Sustainability Directors Network (USDN). USDN is a national network that connects local government sustainability professionals to collaborate, share best practices, and accelerate local climate and sustainability action. USDN membership also qualifies the City for select grant funding opportunities that support and expand sustainability initiatives. $3,200 will be used for ICLEI USA membership. Annual membership in ICLEI USA, which includes access to ClearPath 2.0—an industry-standard tool for managing and updating greenhouse gas inventories for both municipal operations and community-wide emissions. In addition to the ClearPath platform, membership provides the City with 10 hours of direct technical assistance, access to peer learning and international networks, and professional development resources to support the City’s climate action planning and implementation. (50034) Training & Professional Development ($3,250) This line item is used for attendance and travel fees for training and professional development for the Sustainability Manager. This expenditure includes funding for one staff member to attend USDN’s annual meeting as well as various other relevant events, summits, and conferences such as EnergyPath, Sustainable PA, and the Green Building United Sustainability Symposium. (50068) Operating Materials & Supplies ($500) Materials and supplies needed to support climate action plan outreach. -- 193 of 339 -- 193 Recreation Bureau (000-08-0905) The Recreation Bureau’s mission is to provide and promote broad-based recreational opportunities to improve the quality of life for citizens and visitors of all ages and abilities. This program provides for a wide range of year-round recreational activities on both a competitive and non-competitive level including leagues in baseball, softball, basketball, volleyball, football and soccer using both facilities owned by the city as well as the Allentown School District and other recreational gymnasiums within the City of Allentown. This bureau also assists with the reservation of the picnic pavilions, band trailer rentals, field rentals, fishing events, music concerts, running events, movies in the parks, dance classes, mindfulness, arts, and dog park memberships. Additional responsibilities include developing and implementing the Allentown Summer Playground Program and providing environmental education and related activities for children and the public. We have expanded our recreational sports offerings to include instructional pickleball, tennis, soccer, girls flag football, boys flag football, boys wrestling, and girls wrestling. In 2025, we have offered a variety of “Monday Funday” events throughout our Parks at various locations including arts, music, science, mindfulness, skateboarding, basketball, baseball, pickleball, dance, baseball, yoga, etc. and are looking to expand in 2026 due to the continued success of the program. Organized Sports & Activities Program Expenses (000-08-0905-0034) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($322,933) (50004) Temporary Wages ($389,915) This expenditure account is where seasonal recreation staff is expensed from. This includes summer playground program staff, park specialists (formerly rangers), interns, and a workforce development liaison. To operate the Summer Playground program at multiple sites, the department hires 57 instructors and 6 supervisors and a playground manager for the implementation and oversite of the program. The 2026 anticipated expenditure is $320,355 for playground staff. -- 194 of 339 -- 194 2026 proposed Playground Instructor Positions 57 Avg Hrly Wage $15 Staff Cost By Position $257,715.00 Playground Supervisor 6 Avg Hrly Wage $21 Staff Cost By Position $52,920.00 Playground Manager 1 Avg Hrly Wage $27 Staff Cost By Position $9,720 Total $320,355.00 Seasonal Field Rangers, now known as Park Specialists, are responsible for on-site supervision of various programs and customer service during evening and weekend hours for pavilion and field rentals. The anticipated expenditure in 2026 is $45,000. An additional $14,560 will be utilized to staff 1 summer office intern and 1 summer concert series intern. The office intern will be tasked with assisting the full-time staff with reservations, phone calls, and various other clerical duties as assigned. The summer concert intern assists with the set-up of City run concert events at various locations throughout the City. An additional $10,000 will be utilized to provide staff 1 workforce development liaison to assist with workforce development through summer staff hiring. This seasonal staff person would assist the seasonal applicants with the difficulties encountered during onboarding including background checks, drug testing, fingerprinting, and orientation that may be difficult for those just entering the workforce. The goal is to improve hiring outcomes and support a more inclusive and accessible seasonal employment process. (50006) Premium Pay ($1,500) Based upon schedule of events and staff availability there are times non-exempt recreation staff work overtime, beyond 40 hours per week. -- 195 of 339 -- 195 (50008) Longevity ($672) (50012) FICA Expenses ($55,999) (50014) Pension Expenses ($46,580) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($122,107) (50022) Telephone ($450) This expenditure account covers the telemetry cost for the Dixon Street Dog Park. (50026) Printing ($4,500) This expenditure account is for recreational facility signage at various rentable amenities throughout the park system. (50030) Rentals ($41,975) Portable toilets are rented by the recreation department for the duration of the summer playground program at sites without permanent restroom facilities (contract # 247 in Munis). Additional portable toilets are rented for various recreational programs such as the Movies in the Park series and Fishing and Fun in the Park program. The anticipated cost in 2026 is $7,500. 1. Renting of light towers for movies and recreation events. The cost of the rentals is $4,000. 2. 2 x 12 passenger vans for the Adventure Camp program and small group field trips for the Summer Playground Program. The cost of the rental is $2,500.00. 3. Movie Licenses for the Movies in the Park Series are expensed from this account. In 2026, we hope to expand upon the great success of the 2025 movies with an anticipated licensing fee of $7,975. 4. In 2026, gym rentals are necessary over the fall and winter months due to the expansion of various recreational programs and to provide for rain locations. Due to the expansion of youth basketball, tennis, and volleyball, additional gyms will be necessary to successfully program our recreational and non-recreational offerings in the amount of $20,000. (50032) Publications & Memberships ($725) The Recreation Bureau maintains memberships for its employees to professional organizations at the state and national levels. 1. Four members of the Recreation staff maintain annual membership with the Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Society. The projected 2026 expenditure is $500. -- 196 of 339 -- 196 2. The Parks and Recreation Department is a member of the National Parks and Recreation Association. This annual membership is a group membership for up to 20 total employees. The expense for this membership for Recreation is for five employees. The anticipated expenditure is $225. (50034) Training & Professional Development ($10,610) The Recreation Bureau annually attends the PRPS (Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Society) Annual Conference. Throughout the year PRPS also holds workshops on recreational topics. The 2026 anticipated expenditure is $5,500. The 2 Recreation Program Specialist in the Recreation Bureau currently hold Certified Youth Sports Administrator (CYSA) credentials through the National Alliance for Youth Sports. To maintain that credential, 10 CEU’s are required. Each Recreation Program Specialist also maintains a National Alliance for Youth Sports (NAYS) coaching certification. The anticipated expenditure for both certifications in 2026 is $110.00. Attendance of one recreational management staff member at the International City Management Association (ICMA) conference. The anticipated cost is $5,000. (50042) Repairs & Maintenance ($800) The recreation office alarm repairs through Altronics are expensed from this account. The anticipated expenditure is $600. Quest Pest Control for the Recreation Office is expensed from this account. The cost of this work is determined by quote 2015-002. The total anticipated cost is $200. (50046) Other Contracted Services ($225,901) 1. The winter and summer basketball referee fees are paid out of this account, totaling $80,000 2. The Recreation Bureau runs youth basketball and adult volleyball leagues during the summer and winter months. Referee, Timekeeper and Hall Monitor fees are expensed out of this account. 3. We have expanded our recreational sports offerings to include instructional pickleball, tennis, soccer, girls flag football, boys flag football, boys wrestling, and girls wrestling. In 2025, we have offered a variety of “Monday Funday” events throughout our Parks at various locations from May through October including arts, music, science, skateboarding, basketball, baseball, pickleball, dance, baseball, yoga, mindfulness, etc. -- 197 of 339 -- 197 and are looking to expand in 2026 due to the success of the program. The anticipated expense for these recreational programming is $55,000. 4. Youth Basketball skills and drills are an essential part of recreation through the entire year including K-5 Biddy (boys/girls) along with King and Queen of the Court programs. These are successful instructional basketball programs that run concurrently in the fall and spring seasons (4 total sessions). These programs impact up to 500 children through basketball instruction, life skills, and guest speakers. To continue the success of this program in 2026 inclusive recreation coaches and expanded access in ages of participants will be added. The total expense for this program is $10,000. 5. The Summer Playground Program trip to Dorney Park is a reward for program participants who complete the program and participate in the Romper Day culminating activity. With an anticipated volume of 350 participants, the total expense is $12,000. 6. Environmental Education programming is facilitated though a contracted bid process to provide environmental education activities to the summer playground program, new contract to be acquired in 2026. We require training sessions for our staff, visit to location, field trips, and art project that is presented at Romper Day. It is anticipated that this cost of services will increase in 2026. The anticipated expenditure is $15,000. 7. The Summer Concert Series comprises of multiple contracts [Munis Contract #’s 350, 351, 352, 355, 358] that consist of the American Federation of Musicians (Allentown Band, Marine Band, Municipal Band, Pioneer Band) and the Royalaires. (Total number of concerts: 30; Average cost per concert: ~$775). The total anticipated cost in 2026 is $23,200. 8. Busing services are required to facilitate large scale field trips for the 8-week Summer Playground Program. Field trips include swimming at the Allentown Pools, Cedar Sports Day, Environmental Education Centers, J. Birney Crum Stadium, Romper Day and the Dorney Park Field Trip. The anticipated cost for buses is $30,000. 9. The Recreation Office and Bucky Boyle Park Building Alarm Service is expensed from this account. The 2025 anticipated cost is $700.50 -- 198 of 339 -- 198 (50050) Other Services & Charges ($38,000) This expenditure account is where the annual music licensing fees for ASCAP, SESAC and BMI are expensed from, the anticipated cost in 2026 is $8,000. MyRec (Global Payments) credit card fees for $30,000. (50056) Uniforms ($2,500) This account covers the cost of t-shirt uniforms for summer playground program, five full-time recreation staff apparel, and park ambassador apparel. (50068) Operating Materials & Supplies ($15,700) The Summer Playground Program will be entering its 112th year in 2026. Each summer instructors and supervisors plan out daily activities such as arts and crafts, literacy and physical education. Additional supplies such as awards and trophies also come out of this account. The Recreation Bureau anticipates an expenditure of $4,000 for these supplies. Sports supplies for the Recreation Bureau to run leagues, programs, and activities are expensed from this account. Supplies for fields and basketball courts such as bases, home plates, basketball nets, and volleyball nets are purchased from this account. The projected expenditure for this is $4,000. Office supplies for the Recreation Bureau are expensed from this account. The anticipated expenditure is $500. The Fishing and Fun in the Park program occurs annually in collaboration with the Lehigh Valley Center for Independent Living. Fishing event operational materials are expensed to this account. The anticipated cost of these materials is $500. Participant Apparel is purchased for program participants in the Summer Playground Program, Basketball League Champions, King and Queen of the Court, Volleyball League Champions and other programs as needed. The anticipated cost of this is $6,000. The Dixon Street Dog Park utilizes an electronic locking gate that can only be accessed by registered users with active memberships. To access the dog park, a key fob is issued to users. It is anticipated that $700 will be used to purchase additional key fobs for new dog park users. (50072) Equipment ($3,240) This account covers equipment items that meet the guidelines established by the City Controller. Bluetooth Speakers for the summer playground program are required to teach the various dances and maypole activities for the Romper Day culminating event. These speakers are being cycled -- 199 of 339 -- 199 out from older versions over the course of the next 2 years. In 2026, we anticipate an expense of $240.00. Tents and other equipment are budgeted for at $3,000. (50090) Refunds ($1,000) This expenditure account is utilized to issue refunds for pavilion or field rentals, program registration fees or league fees that were paid via cash or check. In 2021 the department deployed myRec recreational software that facilitates credit card transactions including the ability to refund directly back to a credit card. There was an increase in credit card usage decreasing the need for refunds to be issued by check over the past several years. -- 200 of 339 -- 200 Swimming Pools Bureau (000-08-0906) This bureau covers the operation and maintenance of three (3) municipal swimming pools and three (3) spray parks from May through September. Significant emphasis is put on training and hiring qualified personnel, collecting and depositing user fees, providing concessions where appropriate and ensuring daily maintenance for a safe and clean aquatics environment. The bureau also manages year –round educational, recreational and training programs to maintain American Red Cross requirements/recommendations for facility operations (e.g. Lifeguard/Safety Team Training) and to teach water safety which increases community involvement and awareness. Aquatics Program Expenses (000-08-0906-0035) Personnel Expenses (50004) Temporary Wages ($517,602) This account covers the cost of seasonal aquatics employees (cashiers, lifeguards, managers) to operate Cedar Beach Pool, Mack Pool and Irving Pool. 2026 staffing projections account for required number of lifeguard staff per PA Bather Code regulations, cashiers based upon patron volume, hours of operation and length of season. Operational Cost Analysis for 2026 Pools, Spray Parks and Concession Stands Off/In - Season Lifeguard Courses pay rate # of hr per wk # on duty wk expense Season Expense Supervisor $22.00 30 1 $660.00 $6,600.00 Lifeguard $18.00 30 1 $540.00 $5,400.00 Off/In Season Lifeguard Course Expense $12,000.00 Off Season Swim Lessons & Water Safety pay rate # of hr per wk # on duty wk expense Season Expense Supervisor $22.00 8 1 $176.00 $4,224.00 Lifeguard $18.00 8 3 $432.00 $13,824.00 -- 201 of 339 -- 201 Off Season Swim Lesson & Water Safety Expense $18,048.00 Mack Pool pay rate # of hr per wk # on duty wk expense Season Expense Pool Manager (s) $25.00 40 1 $1,000.00 $10,000.00 Asst. Manager $23.00 40 1 $920.00 $9,200.00 Lifeguard(s) $18.00 40 9 $6,480.00 $64,800.00 Pool Cashier (s) $15.00 40 2 $1,200.00 $12,000.00 Concessions Cashiers $15.00 40 2 $1,200.00 $12,000.00 LTS Guards $18.00 9 2 $324.00 $3,240.00 Flick & Float Guards $18.00 4 7 $504.00 $504.00 SPP Guards $18.00 2 7 $252.00 $1,512.00 Mack Staff Expense $113,256.00 Cedar Beach Pool pay rate # of hr per wk # on duty wk expense Season Expense Pool Manager (s) $25.00 40 1 $1,000.00 $14,000.00 Asst. Manager $23.00 40 1 $920.00 $12,880.00 Lifeguard(s) $18.00 40 12 $8,640.00 $120,960.00 Pool Cashier (s) $15.00 40 2 $1,200.00 $16,800.00 Concessions Cashiers $15.00 40 3 $1,800.00 $25,200.00 LTS Guards $18.00 9 4 $486.00 $4,860.00 Flick & Float Guards $18.00 4 8 $576.00 $576.00 MALS Guards $18.00 16.5 2 $594.00 $8,316.00 Cedar Staff Expense $203,592.00 Irving Pool pay rate # of hr per wk # on duty wk expense Season Expense Pool Manager (s) $25.00 40 1 $1,000.00 $14,000.00 Asst. Manager $23.00 40 1 $920.00 $12,880.00 -- 202 of 339 -- 202 Lifeguard(s) $18.00 40 5 $3,600.00 $50,400.00 Pool Cashier(s) $15.00 40 2 $1,200.00 $16,800.00 Concessions Cashiers $15.00 40 1 $600.00 $8,400.00 Flick & Float Guards $18.00 5 5 $450.00 $450.00 LTS Lifeguards $18.00 9 4 $144.00 $1,440.00 Irving Staff Expense $104,370.00 Bucky Boyle Attendants pay rate # of hr per wk # on duty wk expense Season Expense Attendant $15.00 40 2 $1,200.00 $14,400.00 Bucky Boyle Expense $14,400.00 Outside Programming - Summer ONLY pay rate # of hr per wk # on duty wk expense Season Expense Manager $25.00 4 1 $100.00 $400.00 Lifeguard $18.00 4 7 $504.00 $2,016.00 Outside Programming Expense $2,416.00 Other Positions pay rate # of hr per wk # on duty wk expense Season Expense Aquatics Manager $27.00 40 1 $1,080.00 $21,600.00 Aquatics Asst. Manager $26.00 40 1 $1,040.00 $16,640.00 Head Concessions Cashier $16.00 40 2 $640.00 $8,960.00 Lifeguard Instructor $22.00 40 1 $880.00 $12,320.00 $59,520.00 TOTAL $527,602.00 -$10,000.00 $517,602.00 **Outside Programming could include: *(YMCA, PAL camp, Juneteenth LTS, and any other programming outside of 12-7pm) (50006) Premium Pay ($4,500) -- 203 of 339 -- 203 Based upon schedule of events and staff availability there are times seasonal aquatic staff work overtime, beyond 40 hours per week. (50012) FICA Expenses ($40,706) (50026) Printing ($1,175) The Parks and Recreation Department will be purchasing additional pool signage in English and Spanish for each of the pool facilities. (50034) Training and Professional Development ($10,900) This expenditure account covers the cost for required certifications for aquatics staff. The Parks and Recreation Department utilizes the American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification curriculum to train lifeguards. Per the PA Bather Code, lifeguards must be trained through a recognized lifeguard certification authority to which the American Red Cross is. The American Red Cross pricing guide sets the cost of the Lifeguard certification. We anticipate running several certification and recertification classes for our lifeguard staff. We additionally will be adding CPR/AED/First Aid certifications for cashier staff to increase the safety of our pool patrons. Lastly, we will be investing in our lifeguard supervisors by providing increased opportunity to become certified American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructors (LGI’s) and Water Safety Instructor Instructors (WSII) to be able to teach guards how to be swim instructors to increase our capacity to offer swim lessons. 1. Required certifications for aquatics staff $8,800. 2. WSI I (Water Safety Instructors Instructor) course for three LGI’s $1,200. 3. Certify 20 staff to be WSI (Water Safety Instructors) at $45 per person $900. (50042) Repairs and Maintenance ($2,050) This account covers pest control services for the various pool facilities (Cedar, Mack, Irving) throughout the summer season for May through September. 1. Pest control for Mack Pool (termites) ($500) 2. Pest control for Mack, Irving and Cedar (general services) ($1,550) (50046) Other Contract Services ($4,000) This is to support a community partnership for swimming lessons. (50056) Uniforms ($3,150) This account covers the cost of t-shirts and additional uniform supplies for cashiers, lifeguards, and supervisors. -- 204 of 339 -- 204 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($70,450) This account covers expenses for facility, training and operational supplies for the pool facilities such as wristbands, whistles, swim diapers, umbrellas, lifeguard rescue tubes, water testing supplies, first aid items, and concession stand product inventory. The increase is due to additional concession stand revenue. 1. Aquatic facilities supplies ($10,350) 2. Concession stand inventory for all pools ($60,100) (50072) Equipment ($4,100) This account covers equipment items that meet the guidelines established by the City Controller. In 2026 we are planning to continue to upgrade IT equipment in concession stands and aquatic facilities. 1. IT equipment for Aquatic facilities ($2,850) 2. Equipment for pool concession stands ($1,250) (50073) Equipment Over $5,000 ($11,000) Shade structures at Cedar & Mack ($11,000) -- 205 of 339 -- 205 Community and Economic Development (CED) Department (000-09) CED Director Bureau (000-09-0901) This CED bureau oversee efforts to revitalize our city, develop and rehabilitate our housing stock, promote sustainability, attract investments, build wealth, encourage entrepreneurship, create jobs, engage citizens in neighborhood initiatives, and create safe and healthy neighborhoods. The bureau provides for the planning, directing, supervising, and monitoring of programs within the CED, including the bureaus of Planning and Zoning, Health, Business Expansion, Attraction, and Retention, Grants Management and Building Standards and Safety. The CED Director serves in the Mayor’s Cabinet. Goals: 1. To assure efficient and effective implementation of community and economic development programming. 2. To continue to strengthen the downtown business district. 3. To assist in attracting and enabling new development projects (commercial, industrial, or residential) in the City and increase city tax base. 4. To advocate on behalf of the City with federal and state government agencies. 5. To retain, attract, recruit, and facilitate the creation of new retail, restaurant, commercial and industrial development within the City limits. 6. To apply for and expend grant dollars in ways that directly benefit the City residents. 7. To improve customer service by standardization of process, transparency and ease of operations and increasing use of electronic process. 8. To oversee neighborhood engagement to improve the health and safety of neighborhood. Budget Year Objectives and Long-Range Targets: 1. Plan and direct the various bureaus of Community and Economic Development in a manner which produces measurable productivity and increased citizen satisfaction. 2. Work with developers to acquire and remediate blighted sites to move these properties back into the tax rolls and improve neighborhood stability. 3. Assist in creating new, and finalizing existing, city development projects. 4. Work with HUD, ARA, ANIZDA, AEDC, AHA and city staff to secure new funding from state and federal agencies and private foundations for various projects and facilitate the improvement of facades and streetscapes. -- 206 of 339 -- 206 5. Develop and implement housing initiatives. 6. Recruit manufacturing, commercial, retail and restaurant establishments by using financial incentive programs to increase jobs. 7. Partner with realtors, developers, and prospects to spur growth and expansion. 8. Implement retention programs for existing businesses. 9. Implement programs to address neighborhood specific health and safety issues. Budget Priorities: 1. Represent the City in meetings, boards and events that increase local, regional, and national awareness of Allentown as a great place to live, work, invest and develop. 2. Increase financial support from outside sources to reduce the burden on the general fund. 3. Engage the community in their neighborhoods to address health, planning, neighborhood growth, and stability. 4. Conduct baseline customer satisfaction measures and strive to have a more user-friendly process and a well-trained staff. 5. Support all efforts to address sub-standard housing and to create safe and affordable housing. Utilize technology to stream-line process, increase efficiency, increase customer service, and improve communication. 6. Ensure that citizens can interact efficiently and easily with services and programs. 7. Foster relationships with colleges, universities, and training programs to address staffing issues and to augment staff efforts. 8. Develop at least one new program utilizing outside resources or funding to address blight in the city. Respond to the results of the neighborhood-based community health assessment. 9. Encourage use of the customer service portal of EnerGov software to provide electronic service delivery. 10. Implement programs designed to improve citizen experience. Administration Program Expenses (000-09-0901-0013) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($496,174) (50006) Premium pay ($1,500) For Office Manager to attend evening meetings for minutes/staff support. (50008) Longevity Wages ($4,358) -- 207 of 339 -- 207 (50011) Shift differential ($50) For Office Manager to attend evening or off shift meetings (50012) FICA Expenses ($38,448) (50014) Pension Expenses ($53,156) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($139,345) (50026) Printing ($8,000) Sign and public display information for community engagement that cannot be done in-house and costs for all City Hall General Fund DCED printer operations (Directors, Planning & Zoning & Building Standard’s Bureaus). (50028) Mileage reimbursement ($52) Mileage reimbursement for Office Manager, Enforcement Manager, Deputy Director or Director to attend meetings out of the area – 80 miles at $.65 per mile. (50030) Rentals ($5,000) Rental of space for community engagement meetings relative to community input on plans and assessments (mobility, housing strategy, zoning re-write, etc.) (50032) Publications and Membership ($1,664) 1. International Economic Development Council (IEDC)- membership for CED Director and Deputy Director, Join Now - International Economic Development Council (iedconline.org) - $660 2. American Planning Association- PA Chapter- organizational membership renewal for up to 10 individuals Join - APA - Pennsylvania Chapter (planningpa.org) - $254 3. PA Housing Alliance- organizational membership for large governments Become a Member - Housing Alliance of Pennsylvania (housingalliancepa.org) - $750 (50034) Training & Professional Development ($2,397) 1. International Economic Development Council (IEDC) webinars- half-series package Webinar Series - International Economic Development Council (iedconline.org) - $499 2. Federal and State Grant Initiative Training- $1,000 3. Registration for various community meetings – estimated cost- $398 4. Housing Alliance of PA webinars – estimated cost - $500 -- 208 of 339 -- 208 (50040) Civic Expenses ($26,000) 1. Attendance at community meetings such as State of the City for 4 people and LVEDC events. ($1,000) 2. Warming Shelter contribution $25,000 (50046) Other Contract Services ($24,000) Professional service fees related to the operation or tracking of grant program funds. (50056) Uniforms ($1,000) Shirts for new CED staff with city seal - estimated to buy 25 items at $40 each. (50068) Operating materials and supplies ($1,500) Miscellaneous office supplies that are not stocked in central supply. -- 209 of 339 -- 209 Business Expansion Attraction & Retention (BEAR) Program (09-0901-0038) The BEAR Office offers support and resources to businesses in the areas of technical assistance, code direction, policy/legislative advocacy, inter-departmental coordination, and identification of financial programs. B.E.A.R. works with strategic partners to deliver comprehensive support resulting in accelerated business growth and paths to legitimization. Fostering small business growth, workforce development, and entrepreneurship are at the very core of the office’s mission. Goals: 1. To retain, attract, recruit, and facilitate the creation of new commercial, industrial, restaurant and retail development within City Limits. 2. Prioritize the creation and retaining of family sustaining jobs through the retention, recruitment, and expansion of businesses. 3. Serve as a key point of contact assisting businesses to navigate and meet the City of Allentown’s Building Code requirements through inter-department collaboration. 4. Implement business and economic development marketing strategies in conjunction with Communication’s Office to increase city’s business recruitment and retention efforts. 5. Identify and offer technical assistance support for entrepreneurs and start-ups. 6. Identify opportunities to connect new and existing businesses with internal and exterior resource partners. Measurable Budget Year Objectives and Long-Range Targets: 1. Retention of Allentown’s 4,000+ businesses joined with recruitment of new businesses through effective outreach is critical to support strategic growth opportunities in the City. 2. Implement multi-phased Business Outreach and Engagement Strategy with a focus on engagement with large BPT generators and neighborhood anchor businesses. 3. Continued implementation of SPARK technical assistance training to 30 entrepreneurs as a result of recognizing the need for more localized and individualized tools for small businesses to succeed. 4. Continue to promote and facilitate financial assistance through City or partner managed funding programs resulting in sustained job creation, re-use of underutilized property, and tax generation. -- 210 of 339 -- 210 Budget Priorities: 1. Collaborate with strategic partners to provide customized assistance plans and services to help entrepreneurs succeed in the City’s business environment. 2. Provide financial lending resources to new and existing businesses. 3. Use technology to identify and quantify business trends and manage relationships while attracting and retaining business and investment opportunities. 4. Enhance and elevate Allentown’s narrative as an ideal location to establish and operate a business. BEAR Program Expenses (000-09-0901-0038) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($172,523) (50008) Longevity Wages ($972) (50012) FICA Expenses ($13,272) (50014) Pension Expenses ($20,824) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($54,589) (50026) Printing ($1,250) Printing the “Start Your Own Business Guide” to be distributed to new and potential businesses about 3, 000 copies. (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($1,022) Mileage reimbursement for two staff - Business Outreach (50032) Publications & Membership ($1,035) 1. International Economic Development Council (IEDC) – Public Agency (population 100K-200K) $660 2. PA Economic Development Association –$375 Goals: Help form platform for voice in Harrisburg, Eligibility for PEDA Certification, Reduced event registration rates, Educational opportunities, Networking opportunities, Receive all PEDA communications, and Listing on PEDA’s interactive on-line directory. (50034) Training and Professional Development ($8,500) 1. IEDC Certification Exams: Three required courses for one staff member to become Certified Economic Developer: $2,400 -- 211 of 339 -- 211 Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development Strategies (ESBDS) Introduction to Entrepreneurship-Led Economic Development (ELED I) Accelerating Growth through Entrepreneurship-Led Economic Development (ELED II) 2. IEDC Annual Conference $5,500 3. Economic Development Conferences $600 (50046) Other Contract Services ($105,000) 1. AEDC Loan Servicing Contract, C24-000468, $20,000 The City of Allentown & the Allentown Economic Development Corporation (AEDC), a Pennsylvania Non-Profit Corporation, have been in contractual agreement, with AEDC as the City's economic development financial fund manager for the past several years (credit underwriting; loan committees; loan closings; billings). The agreements relate to the administration and management of the City of Allentown Economic Development Loan Fund. 2. AEDC Enterprise Zone Fund Contract, C24-000466, $20,000 The City of Allentown & the Allentown Economic Development Corporation (AEDC), a Pennsylvania Non-Profit Corporation, have been in contractual agreement, with AEDC as the City's economic development financial fund manager for the past several years (credit underwriting; loan committees; loan closings; billings). The agreements relate to the administration and management of the Enterprise Zone Loan Fund. 3. Administration of the Business Development SPARK Program, $65,000 The City of Allentown launched the Allentown Small Business SPARK Program in collaboration with the Allentown Chamber to provide technical assistance grants to Allentown businesses. These technical assistance grants offer one on one consultations in some of the most sought-after areas essential for business growth and development such as digital marketing, social media; e-commerce/website; cybersecurity; financial management, legal assistance; and strategic planning. (50050) Other Services & Charges ($1,000) Advertising for Business Development Projects (50068) Operating Material and Supplies ($2,000) Office supplies, brochures or other materials needed for promoting city businesses. -- 212 of 339 -- 212 Planning & Zoning Bureau (000-09-0902) This program includes the programs previously known as Community Planning, Land Use and Development Management, and Historical and Architectural Preservation. The Community Planning Program includes all staffing and implementation of Land Development, Zoning, Historic Preservation, Floodplain Management, and Comprehensive Planning Implementation, including those activities that relate to the implementation of the City’s Comprehensive Plan – Vision 2030. Activities undertaken within this program are intended to implement the goals and objectives of the plan. This program provides for coordination among existing neighborhood organizations and community stakeholders. This department participates in land use, land development and planned development decisions. This program involves the preparation, revision and administration of the various ordinances relating to planning and development in the City including, but not limited to, Subdivision and Land Development Regulations and the City’s Zoning ordinance. This also includes activities required of the bureau in its role as staff to the Zoning Hearing Board of Appeals, Planning Commission, and Historic and Architectural Review Board. Applications reviewed include subdivision and land development applications, rezoning requests, street vacation petitions, sidewalk postponement requests, zoning permits, Certificates of Appropriateness, and building permits. The City of Allentown has enacted a Historic District Ordinance and takes an active part in the revitalization of the City’s three historic districts. It is the intent of the Bureau of Planning to help foster this rehabilitation spirit by providing technical assistance to current and prospective property owners in the historic districts, identifying individual historically or architecturally significant structures, administering the Historic District ordinance and providing staff assistance to the Historic and Architectural Review Board. Goals: 1. To ensure that the future development and redevelopment of the City occurs in a planned and coordinated manner. 2. To foster citizen awareness, citizen understanding, and citizen participation in government. 3. To ensure that the future development and redevelopment of the City occurs in a planned and coordinated manner. -- 213 of 339 -- 213 4. To ensure that Allentown’s neighborhoods are an attractive, viable place to live, and to retain and preserve the City’s historically and architecturally significant buildings. Budget Priorities: 1. To implement, train, monitor and make revisions, where necessary, in association with the ZONE Allentown rewrite. 2. To continue engagement activities related to land development activity, and the creation and implementation of long-range plans. 3. To continue to implement Vision 2030. 4. Complete an update to the Downtown Master Plan and create a workplan for the Main Streets program. 5. To continue to improve efficiency through the implementation of the EnerGov software program. 6. To review subdivision and land developments, sidewalk postponements, street vacations and zoning amendments 7. Review and process applications proposing to alter, add to, or demolish historic properties in the historic districts. 8. Continue to implement the Historic Plan and continue to enhance and refine the city’s historic program. 9. Create a parking study to evaluate the parts of the city where parking is most heavily used. Community Planning Program Expenses (000-09-0902-0039) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($945,776) (50004) Temporary wages ($4,900) Paid university intern to support Planning and Zoning team. Estimate based off 8 weeks with compensation of $17 / hour for 35 hours / week. (50006) Premium Pay ($7,000) To pay for Overtime for Zoning Officers. Estimate is based on YTD expenses at this time of year in 2024 and 2025. This number is adjusted slightly to reflect additional time anticipated to be needed for training on new zoning code. (50008) Longevity Wages ($6,479) (50011) Shift Differential ($550) -- 214 of 339 -- 214 For Zoning Hearing Board staff who attend evening board meetings. (50012) FICA Expenses ($74,086) (50014) Pension Expenses ($130,424) (50015) Employee Health Insurance Opt Out ($3,750) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($341,899) (50026) Printing ($17,500) 1. SALDO/Zoning Code update. The Zoning code and SALDO are currently being rewritten. This is for costs for an outside vendor to print these updates. $5,000 2. Maintenance agreement for plotter/scanner. $5,000 3. Training manuals, presentation materials, worksheets and other graphics not printed in-house. $2,000 4. Printing for flyers and periodic door hangers for HARB guidelines. $5,000 5. Printing for ZONE Allentown stakeholder and training meetings $500 (50028) Mileage reimbursement ($800) Mileage reimbursement for Community Planning staff. $100 x 8 staff (50030) Rentals ($2,000) Venue rentals associated with planning studies (50032) Publications and Membership ($7,425) PA Chapter of American Planning Association (PA-APA)– Urban Land Institute. American Planning Association membership renewal and American Institute of Certified Planners membership for two staff Membership Renewal (planning.org), LV Heritage Museum PA Downtown Center Organization membership, National Alliance of Preservation Commission membership Subscriptions to Monthly or Quarterly Planning & Zoning Publications (50034) Training and Professional Development ($14,068) 1. National APA Conference $2,500 2. Harvard Community of Practice Conference $1,500 3. PA APA Conferences (3): $3,000 4. PSAT Courses and Conference $1,750 5. Training and Professional Development (LVPC, NACP, AICP Prep, Planetizan, PSAT, ZP, etc.) $5,318 -- 215 of 339 -- 215 (50046) Other Contract Services ($191,000) 1. Annual Zoning Revisions: Anticipated revisions needed after tracking and monitoring for one year with ZONE Allentown. $40,000 2. Third Party Planning & Engineering contracts C24-00501 & C25-000219. $50,000 3. Professional services for HARB, including ongoing meeting support and additional initiatives to implement the Comprehensive Plan. $65,000 4. One Lehigh University Community Fellow to assist with the survey. This is a graduate student who will complete this internship as part of their program. $16,000 5. Parking study - Identify and evaluate areas of the city where public parking is most limited and under the greatest strain. Create a map to illustrate the results. $20,000 (50050) Other Services and Charges ($99,050) 1. Service fees associated with appraisals needed for Property Review Committee. $15,000 2. Legal Advertisements for Boards, including the Zoning Hearing Board. $52,050 3. Compensation for Zoning Hearing Board members. $4,000 4. Compensation for Planning Commission members: $4,000 5. Filing fees for District Justice civil complaints & judgements for Zoning violations. $1,500 6. Zoning Hearing Board court stenography. $18,000 7. Zoning Hearing Board hearing transcripts. $1,500 8. Historical Architectural Review Board (HARB) legal fees & advertising. $3,000 (50054) Repairs & Maintenance ($500) Zoning vehicle repairs and GPS software for Planning & Zoning vehicles (50056) Uniforms ($1,500) Zoning staff uniforms - $1,500 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($6,000) 1. Refreshments for community meetings 2. Trade specific office supplies (50090) Refunds ($3,000) Community engagement supplies -- 216 of 339 -- 216 Building Standards & Safety Bureau (000-09-0903) Presale Program (000-09-0903-0045) The Bureau of Building Standards & Safety Presales Program provides for the administration and enforcement of the International Property Maintenance Code for inspections performed on all residential properties prior to sale. The administration of this program promotes the health and safety of residents by seeking compliance with basic safety violations prior to occupancy. The Bureau’s revenue is generated by fees associated with the registration, enforcement, and inspection requirements of owner-occupied properties listed for sale. Revenue: Presale Owner-Occupied $125,000 Total Revenue $125,000 The Bureau of Building Standards & Safety Presales Program has two full time staff members. Presale Program Expenses (000-09-0903-0045) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($156,617) (50006) Premium Pay ($1,200) The fund covers up to 2 inspectors working overtime as needed to catch up on pre-sale requests. (50008) Longevity Wages ($202) (50011) Shift Differential ($50) (50012) FICA Expenses ($12,092) (50014) Pension Expenses ($26,852) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($70,391) (50032) Publications and Memberships ($435) For the purchasing of International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) books required by inspectors to take the certification exam (3 x $60) and the yearly membership fees (3 x $85). (50034) Training and Professional Development ($760) With the adoption of the IMPC certification, cost for testing is $245 per person and we anticipate providing the certification testing to (2) staff members for a total of $490. The additional funds from this account will cover the cost of required CEU-credited training opportunities needed to maintain their current certifications. (6 x $45) -- 217 of 339 -- 217 (50054) Repairs and Maintenance ($500) The cost for deductible or repairs needed to maintain cars in the Presale program fleet. (50056) Uniforms ($840) Covers the current cost of safety shoes and uniform costs as required under SEIU contract, replacement shirts and jackets for inspection staff. 1. Safety Shoes 3 at $200 each, $600. 2. Replacement Shirts 6 x $40=$240. (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($300) This expense is for PPE, tools, and office supplies not available in-house. -- 218 of 339 -- 218 Community Housing Healthy Home Program (000-09-0903-0081) City of Allentown’s Community Housing office operates within Community & Economic Development under the Bureau of Building Standards & Safety to increase the quantity of healthy, safe, and affordable housing that build strong neighborhoods. Through various grants in 2026 they will continue to administer programs that improve the quality of life and promote healthy homes within the City of Allentown. GRANTS 2023 2024 2025 YTD Lead Hazard Reduction – HUD 76 53 16 Healthy Home Supplement – HUD 76 53 5 Healthy Home Production – HUD n/a 30 28 Lead Testing and Education – HUD 85 42 20 Lead Hazard Reduction – State n/a n/a 1 Community Reinvestment Fund – Hazards n/a n/a 3 Hazards Addressed (CDBG) 8 7 0 Food Assistance (CDBG) 9 4 3 State Lead Training (PADH/CDBG) 19 10 20 Home Modification (CDBG) 6 5 3 To accomplish this important work, the program employs 6 full-time staff with a portion of salaries and benefits covered by various grants and a portion covered within the general fund. The grant also provides a portion of salary reimbursement (for up to 20 hours per week) from the Healthy Home grant for one of the staff in the HUD grants department. Position Lead Grant Health Home Grant General Fund Comm. Housing Manager 15% 25% 60% Lead Program Manager 75% 25% Lead Program Coord. 75% 25% Lead Project Manager 50% 50% Lead Project Manager 60% 40% Healthy Home Project Mgr 100% In 2023, the City of Allentown was awarded a 2-million-dollar U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Healthy Homes Production grant (PAHHP0110-23). The HHP -- 219 of 339 -- 219 objective is to provide a comprehensive approach to addressing multiple diseases and injuries in the home by focusing on housing-related hazards in a coordinated fashion, by addressing a variety of high-priority environmental health and hazards such as radon, asbestos, plumbing and electrical safety concerns. Over the course of 42 months, 135 housing units of low-mod income families will become safe & healthy thanks to the resources of this grant. Community Housing Healthy Home Program Expenses (000-09-0903-0081) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($167,693) (50008) Longevity Wages ($310) (50012) FICA Expenses ($12,852) (50014) Pension Expenses ($24,112) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($63,208) (50026) Printing ($600) Lead & Healthy Homes Printing – Promo Flyers, Direct Mailing (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($500) Reimbursable expense incurred for travel to required training. (50031) Software ($1,200) Rehab Spec writing annual license renewals $800 and licenses for new staff $400 (grant reimbursable) (50034) Training & Professional Develop ($9,000) Reimbursable expenses for training and required conferences including travel and lodging. 1. Staff Training Local: Includes cost to hire a company to provide training to staff for initial or refresher courses in risk assessments, project designers, RRP certification, specific skill building, and certification needs. ($2,000) 2. Airfare for required conferences. ($1,600) 3. Lodging for required conferences ($1,800) 4. Car rentals for required conferences ($400) 5. Per-diem food expenses for required conferences ($1,200) 6. Registration fees for lead conferences ($2,000) -- 220 of 339 -- 220 (50046) Other Contract Services ($794,250) Reimbursable expenses for the healthy home projects, contractor/community training, relocation expenses, storage fees of furnishings of homes and testing services. 1. Healthy Home contractor payments for project costs: ($750,000) 2. Hotel relocation expenses: ($32,250) 3. Dust Wipe Testing Services: ($3,000) 4. Contractor Training: ($6,000) 5. Community Training: ($2,000) 6. Storage Fees/Pod Rentals when belongings need to be removed from premises in order to conduct rehabilitation services: (1,000) (50050) Other Services & Charges ($1,000) Reimbursable media advertisements to promote program through media advertisement ($1,000) (50068) Operating Materials & Supplies ($5,500) Reimbursable expenses for program operational material and supplies 1. Cleaning Supplies & PPE, gloves, N95 masks, booties ($250) 2. Field Testing Supplies & Tools ($1,750) 3. Marketing Materials ($500) 4. Community Outreach Supplies (Cleaning Kits): ($2,500) 5. Educational Outreach material for events: ($500) -- 221 of 339 -- 221 Community Housing -Lead Program (000-09-0903-0086) In 2024 the Community Housing Program was awarded a 5.7-million-dollar U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Lead Hazard Reduction and Healthy Homes grant. The LHRP objective is to eliminate the incidence of childhood lead poisoning by reducing the lead hazards in housing units where children under the age of six reside or frequent; or in units occupied by pregnant women. In partnership with this aim, the Allentown Health Bureau refers families of lead poisoned children who are seeking assistance with lead hazard reduction. In addition to the portion of salary and benefits not covered by grant funding, some items are not grant reimbursable and are notated below. Community Housing – Lead Program Expenses (000-09-0903-0086) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($385,553) (50008) Longevity Wages ($4,980) (50012) FICA Expenses ($29,876) (50014) Pension Expenses ($52,608) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($137,909) (50026) Printing ($600) Lead & Healthy Homes Printing – Promo Flyers, Direct Mailing (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($500) Reimbursable expense incurred for travel to required training. (50031) Other Contract Services ($800) Rehab Spec writing annual license renewal $800 (grant reimbursable) (50032) Publications and Memberships ($1,200) Cost for staff to maintain various licenses and fees for memberships in housing groups (not reimbursable by the grant) 1. PennBoc/ICC $85 x 4 = $340 2. Housing Alliance of PA $60 x 1 = $60 3. Code Books for Training $200/ea. x 4 = $800 (50034) Training & Professional Develop ($18,450) Reimbursable expenses for training and required conferences including travel and lodging. 1. Airfare for required conferences ($2,000) -- 222 of 339 -- 222 2. Lodging for required conferences ($3,200) 3. Car rentals for required conferences ($750) 4. Per-diem food expenses for required conferences ($2,000) 5. Registration fees for conferences ($3,000) 6. Cost for staff to complete ICC training certifications. 7 x $500/each ($3,500) (not reimbursable by the grant) (50046) Other Contract Services ($1,462,550) Reimbursable expenses for lead and healthy home projects, contractor/community training, relocation expenses, storage fees of furnishings of homes and testing services. 1. Lead Hazard Controls contractor payments for project costs: ($950,000) 2. Healthy Home supplement contractor payments for project costs ($375,000) 3. Hotel relocation expenses: ($100,000) 4. Dust Wipe Testing Services: ($12,000) 5. Dosimetry Badges ($6,050) 6. Contractor Training: ($12,000) 7. Community Training: ($2,000) 8. XRF Resourcing ($4,500) 9. Storage Fees/Pod Rentals when belongings need to be removed from premises in order to conduct rehabilitation services: ($1,000) (50050) Other Services & Charges ($1,600) Reimbursable media advertisements to promote program through media advertisements ($1,600) (50054) Repairs & Maintenance ($1,000) Risk for vehicle repairs for up to 2 cars in Community Housing fleet at $500/incident. (not reimbursable by the grant) (50056) Uniforms ($1,850) 1. Safety shoes for field work $200 x 4 ($800) (not reimbursable by the grant) 2. Shirts/jackets for staff - 7 staff x 5 shirts x $30/each ($1,050) (not reimbursable by the grant) (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($13,890) Cost for office supplies $1,000 (not reimbursable by the grant) Reimbursable expenses for program operational material and supplies. 1. Cleaning Supplies & PPE, gloves, N95 masks, booties ($250) -- 223 of 339 -- 223 2. Testing supplies and tools ($1,890) 3. Marketing Material: ($1,500) 4. Blood Lead Testing Kits: ($5,000) 5. Healthy Homes Supplies: ($3,750) 6. Education materials ($500) -- 224 of 339 -- 224 Health Bureau (000-09-0908) Administration Program (000-09-0908-0013) The Administration and Support Services Staff, primarily comprised of departmental management, provides executive oversight in the development and implementation of public health programs in the City of Allentown. The goal of the Administration and Support Services is to ensure the three core public health functions are accomplished in the City of Allentown: the assessment of the population’s health status; development of the public policies to maintain and promote health; and assurance that the population has access to public health services. The administration and support staff are also responsible for making sure that the Bureau’s mission is continually pursued: to prevent disease and injuries and to protect and promote the public’s health. Each of the six program managers oversee their individual, grant funded programs supporting the overall objectives of the Health Bureau. The six program managers are supported by the Health Director, two Associate Directors, and an Operations Manager. Wages and individual programs are 68.5% Federal and State grant funded, including ACT 12 & ACT 315 for the Local Health Administration Law. Goals: 1. Evaluate the performance of Allentown Health Bureau staff during 2026 with reference to the core competencies for public health workers; these competencies represent a set of skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary for the practice of public health as identified by the Council on Linkages between Academia and Public Health Practice. 2. Continue to evaluate all Bureau programs and operations and assure that they meet or exceed local, state, and national public health standards during 2026. 3. Seek to maintain the percentage of the Health Bureau's operating budget that is generated from sources other than the City's General Fund during 2026. 4. Continue to enhance the Bureau's capacity to electronically communicate, analyze data, and generate reports during 2026. 5. Maintain a directory of local, state, and federal agencies that support activities of the Allentown Health Bureau during 2026. -- 225 of 339 -- 225 6. Prepare and maintain population and capabilities-based initiatives required for AHB to achieve national certification and accreditation status. 7. In conjunction with the City Administration, ensure that the financial health of the Health Bureau is maintained at a level that will enable the provision of mandated public health services to the community. Performance Objectives: 1. Continued Health Bureau staff education in Public Health and related topics. 2. Maintain protocols and standards for the consistent delivery of services. 3. Completion of Annual Grant Application to maintain funding. 4. Grow the Bureau’s ability to process, access, and aggregate data. 5. Maintain directories of supportive agencies and partners. Budget Priorities 1. Maintain adequate funding for all public health programs. 2. Prepare for increased maintenance, repairs, and contract work to account for the acquisition of additional office space, fewer building tenants to share the expenses with, and building improvements to better accommodate staff and program needs. Funding Sources Include: Funding sources for the Administrative program 0013 include, but are not limited to, ACT 315, ACT 12, the Pennsylvania Department of Health (PADOH) Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) Epidemiology & Laboratory Capacity grant, Strengthening Public Health Infrastructure Workforce Grant (PHIG), and the General Fund. Administration Program Expenses (000-09-0908-0013) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($627,166) (50006) Premium Pay ($2,375) The admin OT is used for community events that are not program specific and for additional admin coverage during extended clinics and meetings requiring clerical support. (50008) Longevity Wages ($6,473) (50011) Shift Differential ($300) (50012) FICA Expenses ($48,678) (50014) Pension Expenses (98,640) -- 226 of 339 -- 226 (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($258,579) (50024) Postage and Shipping ($250) Shipping for rabies lab specimens, contracts, mailings. (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($350) Use of personal vehicle for city business, trainings. (50030) Rentals ($72,068) Health Bureau rent for space in Alliance Hall (includes ground floor storage space). (50032) Publications and Membership ($1,865) 1. NALBOH National Association of Boards of Health - $350 2. NACCHO Membership National Association of County & City Health Officials - $990 3. APHA Annual Public Health Association - $275 4. Online purchasing Membership - $125 5. NEHA Membership - $125 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($4,000) 1. APHA Annual Conference - $2,000 2. PA NEHA Conference - $1,200 3. Public Health Training - $800 Reimbursable to Workforce Development Funds (50042) Repairs and Maintenance ($4,650) 1. Uninterrupted Power Supply repair/maintenance - $500 2. Building maintenance & repairs for the leased portion of Alliance Hall falling outside city Building Maintenance's purview - $4,000 3. Wisch Security Monitoring Service Call - $150 (50046) Other Contract Services ($10,695) 1. Wisch Security Monitoring - $125 2. (14) APA contract parking spots at Alliance Hall - $5,880 3. (11) contract parking spots at New Bethany Church - $3,690 4. Unifirst Floor Mat Rental - $1,000 (50050) Other Services and Charges ($670) Background checks for 6 staff due for 2026 renewal and 5 additional accounts for potential turnover/new hires totaling $670 -- 227 of 339 -- 227 (50054) Repairs and Maintenance Supplies ($2,000) Batteries, bulbs, sanitation supplies, replacement air purifier filters, general building maintenance tools and supplies $500. Swipe pad/lock repair/replacements $1,500. (50056) Uniforms ($3,000) 1. Replacement & new Health Winter Coats $1,300 2. New fleece jackets (10) $800 3. Shirt embroidery for employees $900 (50062) Fuels, Oils & Lubricants ($300) Oils and lubricants for HB generator. (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($3,000) Office, productivity, and operational supplies for staff. (50072) Equipment Expenses ($3,000) 1. Replacement chairs 4 at $350 each 2. Replacement desks 2 at $800 each -- 228 of 339 -- 228 Injury Prevention Program (000-09-0908-0046) Injuries are a major contributing factor to excess morbidity and mortality in this community and across the nation. Nearly half of these deaths occur from motor vehicle incidents, the rest from falls, burns, poisonings, and other causes. The emphasis of this program is in four major areas: (1) childhood injury prevention; (2) adult injury prevention; (3) overdose prevention activities, and (4) violence prevention. Goals: Below is a list of the primary activities carried out by the Injury Prevention staff which include the Injury Prevention Manager, 2 Community Health Specialists, an Opioid Overdose Manager, and a violence prevention coordinator. 1. Reduce the incidence and severity of intentional and unintentional preventable injuries in the community. 2. To work with other injury prevention-oriented organizations via Safe Kids Coalition to identify injury problems and develop effective interventions. 3. To conduct overdose prevention initiatives including convening bi-monthly task force meetings, overdose fatality review meetings and semiannual drug take-back collections in Allentown. 4. To conduct violence prevention initiatives including convening violence reduction task force meetings and data sharing groups and creating a city-wide violence reduction strategic plan. ACTIVITY 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 Est Proj To reduce the risk of injuries in the home to 53 58 55 50 40 children aged 0 through 6 years and adults 55+ by identifying and eliminating or reducing environmental hazards through a minimum of 40 in-home safety visits. To conduct a series of a minimum of 10 public 10 20 26 15 10 and professional awareness and educational activities designed to promote health and reduce risk factors that could lead to injuries or death. -- 229 of 339 -- 229 To educate families about the hazard of adults 234 220 178 100 100 sleeping with small children through the Shared Family Bed initiative and perform a minimum of 100 assessments. Conduct a minimum of 4 falls prevention 6 9 7 7 4 programs including Matter of Balance (MOB) or Bingocize for seniors. To assist community efforts to distribute a 193 205 277 160 160 minimum of 160 child safety seats and instruct the correct installation and use. Budget Priorities Maintain staffing, supplies and level of service required by the PA Department of Health to fulfill all grant requirements and program objectives. Fulfil the grant requirements of all current Injury Prevention grants including: 1. Unintentional Injury Prevention Program (UIPP) Grant 2. Safe Sleep/Bed Risk Grant 3. Preventing Injuries in Children (PIC) Grant Funding Sources Include: Unintentional Injury Prevention Program Grant, Safe Sleep/Bed Risk Grant, Preventing Injuries in Children Grant, City General Fund. Injury Prevention Program Expenses (000-09-0908-0046) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($291,206) (50006) Premium Pay ($1,140) Premium pay for coverage of weekend and evening events and educational presentations and two drug take back day events during the year. (50008) Longevity Wages ($2,040) (50011) Shift Differential ($60) (50012) FICA Expenses (22,716) (50014) Pension Expenses ($43,840) (50015) Employee Health Insurance Opt Out ($2,499) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($114,924) -- 230 of 339 -- 230 (50028) Mileage ($1,000) Mileage reimbursement for the Injury Prevention Manager, 2 Community Health Specialists and the Opioid Overdose Manager. Reimbursable by UIPP grant. (50031) Software ($600) Software to manage the public health naloxone vending machines; billed to the Opioid Settlement Grant. (50032) Publications and Memberships ($650) Membership to Safe States for Injury Prevention Manager at $125, renewal of Bingocize license at $525. Reimbursement via UIPP grant. (50034) Training and Professional Development ($5,680) Trainings for professional development requirement by PIC grant, Car Seat Technician course certification and recertification fees and courses for staff required by UIPP grant- 10 @ $55, Life Savers and Safe States Conferences 2 @ $2,000 each, Bingocize facilitator renewal training for 6 staff at $105 each, and training required for maintenance of Opioid Prevention Manager certification at $500. Funding by PIC and UIPP grants through 6/30/2026 and general fund. (50046) Other Contract Services ($5,000) Contractor services for specialized installations of home safety equipment (gates, etc.). Reimbursable by UIPP grant. (50050) Other Services and Charges ($15,000) Opioid media campaign. Reimbursable – Opioid Settlement Funds. (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($31,193) 1. $17,646 - Car Seats, MOB and Bingocize supplies, CarFit supplies, and other safety supplies for seniors. Reimbursable by UIPP grant. 2. $11,477 - Home safety supplies including smoke detectors, CO detectors, fire extinguishers, safety gates, and other home safety supplies. Funded by the PIC Grant through 6/30/2026. 3. $1,470 - Cribettes for newborns partially funded by the Lehigh County Bed Risk Reduction Grant. 4. $600 – Office equipment (50072) Equipment ($2,000) Ventilation fans for home safety visits reimbursable via PIC Grant - $2,000. -- 231 of 339 -- 231 Nutrition & Physical Activity Program (000-09-0908-0047) The Nutrition and Physical Activity Program will focus on risk reduction and prevention of chronic diseases through screenings, community awareness activities, and environment and policy changes that support good nutrition and physical activity. The program is partially funded through Act 315, as well as categorical grants from the Pennsylvania Department of Health. The program is staffed by 1 program manager and 1 registered dietitian. Goals: Reduce chronic disease risk factors through nutrition and physical activity interventions. IMPACT/OUTPUT MEASURES 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 Actual Actual Actual Estimate Target Number of persons provided dietary 64 27 25 15 25 counseling for blood pressure, cholesterol, and glucose Number of educational presentations 16 20 22 20 20 and community events conducted Number of adolescents counseled for 2 0 1 2 2 overweight Number of children enrolled in 111 144 144 145 145 summer recreation Number of community gardens 13 13 14 14 14 Number of participants in Million Clicks 4,158 4,545 4,803 5,000 5,200 for Million Hearts walking program Number of community sites served by 19 17 18 18 18 the Fruit & Veggie Mobile Number of individuals participating in a 0 0 57 25 25 Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Prog Performance Objectives: Promote environmental, policy and systems change that support healthy eating and increased physical activity in the community. -- 232 of 339 -- 232 Increase access to fresh, local produce and other foods in the community through community gardens, fruit and veggie mobile, and other related initiatives. Provide nutrition counseling and evaluation for individuals who received cholesterol, glucose, and blood pressure screenings. Promote blood pressure self-management and access to care for individuals participating in a Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Program. Conduct nutrition and physical activity programs and outreach events throughout the City. Implement strategies to decrease the incidence and prevalence of being overweight in the City, particularly among youth. Address food insecurity and hunger in the community by expanding participation in summer and after school meal programs and other federal nutrition programs. Budget Priorities: Funds for the Million Clicks for Million Hearts walking program including annual user software fee, participant subscription fees, job clocks, key tabs, incentives, etc. Nutrition related costs for community gardens, fruit & veggie mobile, diet analysis software fee, free summer meals promotion for youth, etc. Blood pressure cuffs and related costs for Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Program. Funding Sources Include: Pa Department of Health grant, LVHN contribution, Act 315, General Fund. Nutrition & Physical Activity Program Expenses (000-09-0908-0047) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages (183,092) (50004) Temporary Wages ($18,375) Summer health technician positions Staff assistance with month-long youth recreation/physical activity program 7 staff x $15/hour x 35 hours/week x 5 weeks (50006) Premium Pay ($1,000) Program activities require staff (2) to be available outside of regular business hours. After hours activities include Fruit and Veggie mobile outreach at City events, Physical Activity and Nutrition presentations at community sites e.g. ASD Parent Night. (50008) Longevity Wages ($3,527) -- 233 of 339 -- 233 (50011) Shift differential ($100) (50012) FICA Expenses ($15,766) (50014) Pension Expenses ($21,920) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($57,462) (50024) Postage and Shipping ($500) Postage cost associated with mailing of key tabs for Million Clicks walking program. Reimbursable expenditure based on contribution from LVHN. (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($200) Use of personal vehicle for city business. (50031) Software ($5,485) Annual software subscription renewal fee with ExakTime Connect for city-wide walking program ($5,060). Reimbursable expenditure - LVHN contribution. Diet analysis software fee ($425) (50032) Publications and Memberships ($750) Professional dues for program manager and dietitian: 1. Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Membership dues $234 (2) = 468 2. Commission on Dietetic Registration maintenance fee $70 (2) = $140 3. PA Dietitian license renewal fee $71 (2) = $142 4. Reimbursable expenditures through the PA DOH Blood Pressure Grant. (50034) Training and Professional Development ($1,500) For program manager and dietitian to attend state & local chronic disease/nutrition/physical activity trainings. 1. PA Nutrition Education Network Conference, $200 (2) = $400 2. PA Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, $200 (2) = $400 3. Local Nutrition and Physical Activity webinars: $100 (2) = $200 4. Statewide travel and lodging = $500 (50050) Other Services and Charges ($500) Costs associated with communication and marketing of nutrition and physical activity and anti- hunger programs. (50054) Repairs & Maintenance Supplies ($1,000) Community Garden Supplies, including small tools. -- 234 of 339 -- 234 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($12,500) Supplies for Million Clicks for Million Hearts walking program including job clocks, key tabs, incentives, etc. Estimated expenditure of $3,500 based on past annual needs. Reimbursable expenditure through LVHN contribution. Nutrition related supplies for community gardens, fruit & veggie mobile, free summer meals promotion for youth, etc. Estimated expenditure of $7,000 based on past annual needs. Reimbursable expenditure based in part by US Conference of Mayor’s award. Blood pressure cuffs and educational materials for Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Program Estimated expenditure of $2,000; this is a reimbursable expenditure based on PA DOH Blood Pressure Monitoring Grant. -- 235 of 339 -- 235 Communicable Disease Program (000-09-0908-0048) The communicable disease program includes epidemiologic investigation of communicable diseases and reportable conditions. Primary prevention includes community immunization and targeted education efforts. Epidemiology defines the occurrence of the disease, its clinical manifestations and management, characteristics of the affected population, the mechanisms of transmission, the characteristics of the causative agent, and identifies exposed individuals so that measures may be taken to prevent spread. Direct clinic services are provided for tuberculosis, sexually transmitted diseases, and immunizations. The communicable disease team strives to reduce the instances of communicable diseases within the citizens of Allentown via outreach, education, treatment, and prevention. The Communicable Disease Program staff include a manager, a workflow coordinator, two community health specialists, and two communicable disease investigators. The program is mandated by Act 315. Goals: To identify, prevent and control communicable diseases in the City of Allentown through epidemiological investigations. Performance Objectives: 1. All reports of communicable disease or reportable conditions in the City of Allentown will be epidemiologically investigated and appropriate control methods and interventions will be instituted in accordance with the Pennsylvania Department of Health’s Policy and Procedures Manual for the Identification, Investigation and Control of Reportable Diseases (2019). 2. Assure the prevention and containment of infectious and vaccine-preventable diseases in conjunction with local health care professionals. 3. Provide communicable disease clinical services: sexually transmitted disease, tuberculosis, child and adult immunization clinics. Incorporate health education into each clinic visit, home visit, and community outreach activity. 4. Enhance data management, in conjunction with the PA Department of Health, to better reflect disease surveillance, communicable disease investigation, and prevention activities. 5. Maintain staff knowledge of communicable disease epidemiology including procedures and resources, current public health issues and practices, and certifications and licensure. 6. Collaborate with the Immunization and Public Health Emergency Preparedness programs to -- 236 of 339 -- 236 7. Prepare for disease related public health responses such as outbreak investigations and mass vaccination events. DISEASE 2022 2023 2024 2025 Est 2026 Proj Animal Bites 186 208 276 250 245 Campylobacter 25 4 24 25 23 Chlamydia 961 1,074 892 900 920 COVID 19 (confirmed) 15,592 16,514 2,714 2,800 2,500 Cryptosporidium 6 6 2 2 2 Giardiasis 5 5 12 14 13 Gonorrhea 371 347 237 205 220 Hepatitis A 2 1 3 2 2 Hepatitis B 1 1 6 10 8 Hepatitis C 255 36 58 35 40 Legionella 4 0 2 5 3 Lyme 49 29 0 60 45 Malaria 0 0 1 1 1 Meningitis 1 1 5 3 4 Mpox 0 7 0 0 0 Pertussis 1 0 19 5 12 Salmonellosis 20 15 25 24 25 Shigellosis 7 3 7 5 6 Syphilis 84 109 78 80 85 Tuberculosis: Active 3 6 4 5 5 The above table is a count of confirmed cases of specific diseases within the City of Allentown. This list does not include cases that were investigated and categorized as not a case, a probable case, or a suspected case. Budget Priorities: 1. Achieve all standards of completeness in investigations as determined by the PA Department of Health. 2. Prevent and control the spread of reportable communicable diseases in the City of Allentown. -- 237 of 339 -- 237 3. Educate and engage the community to reduce communicable disease incidence and prevalence within the City of Allentown. 4. Assure that clinics operate at maximum efficiency. This requires properly trained staff, supplies, and equipment. Funding Sources Include: Act 315, PA DOH Tuberculosis Grant, Lehigh County Drug & Alcohol. A portion of communicable disease programming costs relate to TB, STD/HIV grant deliverables and are reimbursed by the grant funding. Communicable Disease Program Expenses (000-09-0908-0048) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($186,957) (50006) Premium Pay ($9,000) Program activities require staff to be available outside of regular business hours. Premium pay covers community engagement events, time needed to complete client visits and disease investigations and after-hours educational presentations. (50008) Longevity Wages ($2,663) (50011) Shift differential ($500) (50012) FICA Expenses ($15,233) (50014) Pension Expenses ($25,208) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($66,081) (50026) Printing ($500) Outside printing services: Signage for STD testing events. (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($500) Grant reimbursable - PADOH Tuberculosis Grant (50032) Publications and Memberships ($1,400) Communicable Disease publications and memberships Partially grant reimbursable: PADOH Tuberculosis Grant Publications: multiple standard reference books related to communicable diseases Red Book: 8 copies 100 per book, ($800) Tuberculosis Clinical Guide 2 copies ($300) National Tuberculosis Controllers Association Membership 3 staff, ($300) -- 238 of 339 -- 238 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($3,500) Grant Reimbursable: PADOH Tuberculosis Grant, Lehigh County Drug and Alcohol Grant Trainings related to Communicable Diseases PADOH Communicable Disease Manager Training, Harrisburg, 2 days, 2 staff ($800) National Tuberculosis Conference: unannounced location (last one took place in Baltimore), 4 days, 3 nights, 1 staff. Registration, meals, lodging, travel ($2,700) (50040) Civic Expenses (500) PRIDE outreach vendor table: price varies, $500 (50042) Repairs and Maintenance ($1,000) Repairs and maintenance of clinic equipment, including microscopes, centrifuge, liquid nitrogen tank, medication refrigerators. These pieces of equipment are used in essential STD diagnosis and maintenance of samples and medications. (50046) Other Contract Services ($30,000) STD/HIV healthcare providers for clinics, Two medical providers from local healthcare networks work within the Health Bureau’s STD clinic to provide services otherwise not able to be provided by city staff. Services such as internal and visual exams of men and women with STD symptoms, application of liquid nitrogen to genital warts, testing of genital herpes, prep of wet mount slides to diagnose yeast infections, trichomoniasis, and other infections, and prescription of meds needed for treatments not offered by our clinic. HIV grant reimbursable. (50066) Chemicals ($3,000) For STD treatment - liquid nitrogen. Liquid nitrogen is used to treat genital warts after they are identified on clients by our providers. Liquid nitrogen is applied to the warts in order to freeze and kill the cells of the wart which will form a blister then shed off. This service is offered at no cost to the community, who may not be able to access such treatment otherwise. (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($40,000) 1. Flu vaccine: $18,000 2. TB and STD Meds and clinic items: $15,000 3. Outreach Trailer Supplies: $2,000 4. Communicable Disease Office/clinic items: $3,000 5. Outreach events supplies: $2,000 -- 239 of 339 -- 239 Child & Family Health Services Program (000-09-0908-0049) The Child/Family health program provides services to resident children, adolescents and families through health education and advocacy. Maternal/child health community education sessions are also provided. This program provides inspections of childcare centers and responds to housing and hygiene complaints. The Expanding Public Health Workforce initiative focuses on supporting adults and persons with disabilities as well as family caregivers, grand families, and kinship families. Workforce training may include Trauma Informed Care, CPR, and First Responder Education. The BUILD Health Collaborative focuses on creating a vibrant community, within census tracts 18 and 20, Franklin Park and surrounding neighborhoods, in which families have the resources and support they need to support their children’s optimal development from birth to age 5 and are ready to learn when entering Kindergarten. The Public Health Engagement and Outreach program focuses on enhancing community engagement in the City of Allentown to reach marginalized and underserved community members including minority, low income, unhoused, underhoused, early childhood and senior populations. Components of the program include community health navigation and community paramedicine. Child/Family Health Program staff include the clinical services manager, a nurse, public health community engagement manger, a community paramedicine specialist, and a community health navigator. Goals: 1. To assure the health and safety of children attending city childcare centers. 2. To improve maternal/child health indicators and birth outcomes. 3. To collaborate on new and innovative ways to integrate services and reduce barriers to services that families rely with the goal of supporting early development. 4. To reduce obesity in children and families. 5. To prevent disease and injury and promote health and wellbeing among children, families, adults and persons with disabilities. 6. To enhance community engagement with a focus on hard-to-reach underserved populations. Performance Objectives: -- 240 of 339 -- 240 1. To inspect childcare facilities for compliance with immunization requirements, safety, first aid, and control of communicable diseases. 2. To conduct "Safe and Healthy Home" inspections in conjunction with Injury Prevention staff to evaluate the safety and health status of at-risk children. 3. To provide MCH community education session. 4. To engage Allentown adults in the EASE Allentown: Empowering Asthma Self-Management and Education Program. 5. Reduce the rate of excess emergency department visits among adults. 6. Increase the proportion of adults who understand their medications and use them correctly. 7. Increase the proportion of Allentown Residents who get all recommended vaccines. 8. Improve health and well-being in people with disabilities. 9. Ensure public health agencies have the necessary workforce for key public health services. 10. Increase social and community support. 11. Increase access to comprehensive high-quality health care services. Activities 2022 2023 2024 2025 Est 2026 Proj Number of visits to inspect child 45 74 85 75 80 care centers Public Health Engagement and Outreach Activities – January 2025 through June 2025 Event Number of Activities Outreach/Network Events 36 Outreach Patient/Client Contacts 94 Health Insurance Navigation 41 Linkage to health and 79 Clients served 214 Adults referred to EASE Program 23 Budget Priorities 1. To inspect 80 childcare facilities for compliance with immunization requirements, safety, first aid, and control of communicable diseases. 2. To conduct 30 MCH community education sessions. 3. To recruit 30 adults in EASE Program: The Asthma Self-Management Program. -- 241 of 339 -- 241 4. Provide recommended vaccines. 5. Provide Matter of Balance classes. 6. Provide home-safe visits. 7. Promote adult health and wellness, including medication education. 8. Connect older adults and people with disabilities with services and social support needed. 9. Offer public health workforce training to address special concerns of older adults and those with disabilities including trauma-informed care, CPR, and First Responder Education. Funding Sources Include: Act 315, Title V/Maternal Child health Grant, Public Health Infrastructure Workforce Development grant. Child & Family Health Services Program Expenses (000-09-0908-0049) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($314,745) (50006) Premium pay ($3,000) Program activities require staff to be present outside of regular business hours. (50008) Longevity Wages ($3,448) (50011) Shift differential ($300) (50012) FICA Expenses ($24,594) (50014) Pension Expenses ($40,552) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($106,305) (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($500) Use of personal vehicle for city business. (50032) Publications & Memberships ($1,950) Reference books for use by staff such as: The Red Book: Report on Committee on Infectious Diseases (10 at $145 each), Community Health Paramedicine (2 at $190 each) for use by staff. Nursing License Renewal ($120) (50034) Training and Professional Development ($5,700) Training and certifications for staff related to expanding public health workforce including but not limited to offsite BUILD 2026 Conference ($1,200 for 1 staff member), Community Paramedicine Education and Certification ($1,500 for 1 staff), and In-house Public Health -- 242 of 339 -- 242 Workforce Trainings with guest speakers ($3,000 for all staff) Grant reimbursable – PHIG Workforce Development. (50042) Repairs and Maintenance ($50) For repair of clinic equipment. (50050) Other Services and Charges ($250) AHB Staff Background Checks and Clearances (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($12,000) Supplies for MCH and Public Health Workforce training and education including cribs, car seats. Grant reimbursable. $4,255 – MCH grant. Breast pumps, diapers, feminine hygiene supplies. $5,000 Grant reimbursable – MCH grant, LVHN stipend. Public Health Engagement Supplies: Practicing Healthy Habits Book (300 books at $245), Clinic Supplies for Outreach including Band-Aids, alcohol wipes, gauze, gloves, masks ($500), wound care supplies including specialized dressings (xeroform), antibiotic ointments, Coban, cling wrap ($1,500), supplies for Medication Education sessions including medication pill boxes, laminated medication charts, wet erase markers and wipes, flashlights, printed education handouts $500. Grant reimbursable – Opioid Settlement Fund. (50072) Equipment ($3,095) Desk chairs (3 chairs at $250 each), paramedicine equipment including stethoscopes (2 at $100 each), portable AED (Defibtech Lifeline View $2,025 -- 243 of 339 -- 243 Food Service Sanitation Program (000-09-0908-0050) The Environmental Health Services Section of the Bureau of Health conducts Act 315 mandated environmental health programs pertinent to the City of Allentown. The Environmental Health Services Section is comprised of the Environmental Field Services Division, the Injury Prevention Division and Public Health Emergency Preparedness. The Environmental Field Services Division is responsible for the Food Protection Program, Environmental Control Program, and Institutional Sanitation and Safety Program. The Food Protection Program services include: 1. Food Service Establishment Inspection and Licensing 2. Food-borne Disease Surveillance and Investigation 3. Food Safety Training and Public Awareness Act 315-funded health departments are required to provide public health programs in the areas of administrative and supportive services, personal health services and environmental health services. Act 315 was amended in 1976 by Act 12 to add support for environmental health initiatives. The broad objective of the Food Protection Program is to reduce the risk of food- borne illness by assuring that food and beverages sold for public consumption has been stored, prepared, and served in a safe manner and is wholesome and unadulterated. This program's primary activities are inspecting and licensing all eating and drinking establishments, large and small retail grocers, cafeterias, commissaries, food vendors at special events and certain food vending machines. Investigations of potential food-borne disease outbreaks within the City of Allentown are conducted. A major emphasis of the program is to educate food handlers and food service operators in proper food protection techniques as well as public education efforts to promote food safety. Fees for licensing, operational inspection and plan review of retail food facilities are charged annually to defray the costs of inspections, plan reviews and services. The City also receives fines for late license renewals and egregious operational deficiencies. The Health Bureau was awarded $51,500 in Track 3 funding through the Retail Flexible Funding Model Grant at the beginning of 2025 for maintenance and advancement. This funding is to be used for the enhancement of the Environmental Health Program with the end goal of meeting federal standards in nine separate categories. Last year standards 1, 3 and 7 were met strengthening Allentown’s regulatory foundation, inspection program and industry and community relations. The Environmental Health division will continue to work on the -- 244 of 339 -- 244 development and testing of inspection software in EnerGov through the latter part of 2025. The goal is to have all licensing, complaint, plan review and inspection documentation in EnerGov software by December 2025. Completion of this goal will assist the program in meeting standard 9 of the Voluntary National Retail Food Regulatory Program Standards. Additional work is planned for standards 2, 5 and 8 over the next three years as part of the Track 3 funding received. Below is a list of the major Food Protection Program activities carried out by the Environmental Field Division Staff which includes the Environmental Field Services Manager, 5 Environmental Health Specialists, 1 Environmental Health Technician, 1 Environmental Health Workflow Coordinator and 2 clerks. ACTIVITIES 2022 2023 2024 2025 Est 2026 Proj Food Service Establishments Inspected 905 940 950 960 975 Number of Food Service Estab. Inspected 1,039 717 1,046 1,500 1,600 Number of Temporary Food Service Insp. 336 446 460 520 550 Number of Plan Reviews Conducted 108 110 150 160 175 Food Safety Training Attendees 127 43 100 125 150 Food-related consumer complaints 87 85 125 100 85 Budget Priorities 1. Inspect and license all food service establishments, including temporary stands and mobile food units. 2. Assure establishment compliance with the Food Service Sanitation Ordinance to minimize the potential for food-borne disease. 3. Conduct a plan review for each facility which is constructed, extensively renovated, or undergoes a change of ownership. 4. Further educate food service personnel in safe food handling practices and sanitation. 5. Enhance compliance in food service establishments through a program utilizing risk-based inspection frequency and appropriate enforcement action. 6. Monitor and investigate all food related consumer complaints and food-borne disease outbreaks. 7. Enhance home food safety awareness of the public. -- 245 of 339 -- 245 Funding Sources Include: Act 315, Act 12, food license and application fees, food reinspection fees, fines, Retail Flexible Spending Model Grant and the General Fund. Food Service Sanitation Program Expenses (000-09-0908-0050) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($344,891) (50006) Premium pay ($5,000) The Environmental Health Specialists and Environmental Health Technician are responsible for inspecting temporary food vendors at special events throughout the City. Each person is also responsible for any emergency call-out during the weeks they are scheduled to do temporary food inspections. Special events and call-outs typically occur outside normal working hours of 8:00-4:30. (50008) Longevity Wages (2,266) (50011) Shift differential ($300) (50012) FICA Expenses ($27,016) (50014) Pension Expenses ($48,224) (50015) Employee Insurance Opt Out ($999) FCD is split with programs 000-09-0908-0007 & 000-09-0908-0008 (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($126,416) (50032) Publications and Memberships ($380) The Environmental Health team consists of the Associate Director, Environmental Field Services Manager, Environmental Health Workflow Coordinator, 5 Environmental Health Specialists and one Environmental Health Technician who maintain memberships with the Central Atlantic States Association of Food and Drug Officials. Membership total cost for the environmental health team is $120. Maintaining this membership provides access to free and discounted continuing education training. NEHA Certified Food Safety Professional Credential is a credential that is expected to be obtained by supervisory personnel such as the Environmental Field Services Manager and the Environmental Health Workflow Coordinator. Renewal of the credential 2 at $130 each. -- 246 of 339 -- 246 (50034) Training and Professional Development ($700) All Environmental Health personnel are expected to attend at least 2 continuing education trainings per year to stay up to date on subject matter. The NEHA Certified Food Safety Professional Credential requires 24 CEU’s every two years for renewal. The amount budgeted for this is $350. All Environmental Health personnel are also required to maintain a food manager ServSafe certification. This certification expires every 5 years, $350 is budgeted for 2026 needs. (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($5,500) Five (5) Environmental Health Specialists and one (1) Environmental Health Technician utilize the below operating materials and supplies to conduct inspections multiple times daily. Allentown has over 900 regulated permanent food facilities, some of which are inspected several times in a year on a risk basis, resulting in approximately 1,200-1,500 routine inspections annually. Upon completion of the inspection, a report is generated and printed through a thermal printer, so a copy is available on-site for the customer to view if requested. Thermometers $1,000; thermocouples $2,000; sanitizer test strips $500; thermal paper $1,000; miscellaneous office supplies $1,000. (90) Refunds ($600) License fee refunds. Refunds are budgeted to reimburse customers that submit an incorrect license application when applying through the Energov customer service portal, and when a temporary food vendor requests a refund due to an event cancellation. -- 247 of 339 -- 247 Environmental Protection/Control Program (000-09-0908-0051) The Environmental Health Services Section of the Bureau of Health conducts the Act 315 mandated environmental health programs pertinent to the City of Allentown. The Environmental Health Services Section is comprised of the Environmental Field Services Division, the Injury Prevention Division and Public Health Emergency Preparedness. The Environmental Field Services Division is responsible for the Food Protection Program, Environmental Control Program, and Institutional Sanitation and Safety Program. The Environmental Control Program addresses the following environmental health issues: 1. Housing Hygiene and Sanitation 2. Lead Source Reduction 3. Vector Control (mosquitos) 4. Noise Control 5. Indoor Air Quality (mold) 6. On-Lot Sewage Disposal 7. Bedbugs 8. Other Public Health Nuisances Act 315-funded health departments are required to provide public health programs in the areas of administrative and supportive services, personal health services and environmental health services. Act 315 was amended in 1976 by Act 12 to add support for environmental health initiatives. The Environmental Control Program investigates not only traditional environmental health problems such as vector control, housing hygiene and sanitation issues, but also responds to emerging environmental health hazards which were previously underestimated or unrecognized. These hazards include sources of lead exposure, excessive noise, West Nile virus and indoor air quality concerns. Additionally, referrals for Safe and Healthy Homes environmental assessments for eligible residents are offered, providing consultative services and supplies where appropriate to address household environmental conditions that may have an adverse effect, particularly to children. And, while not traditionally considered vectors, bed bug infestations are investigated, and where possible, remediation is enforced. Goals: Below is a list of the environmental health complaint categories and the number successfully abated. These activities are carried out by the Environmental Field Division Staff which includes the -- 248 of 339 -- 248 Environmental Field Services Manager, 5 Environmental Health Specialists, 1 Environmental Health Technician and 2 clerks. COMPLAINT CATEGORY 2022 2023 2024 2025 Est 2026 Proj Community Health Nuisances 274 230 215 210 205 Bed Bug Infestations 23 20 19 18 15 Indoor Air Quality 27 15 18 20 18 Environmental Lead 13 14 9 12 10 WNV Control/Mosquito Harborage 21 16 13 15 12 TOTAL 358 295 274 275 260 Budget Priorities 1. Investigate and abate in a timely manner all community environmental health nuisance conditions reported. 2. Assure all on lot sewage systems are properly installed and maintained. 3. Conduct public/professional awareness and educational activities targeting community environmental health conditions. 4. Provide consultative services to the community on a wide range of environmental health issues. 5. Assure the reduction of lead sources in the homes of children diagnosed with lead poisoning. 6. Institute appropriate enforcement actions against chronic violators of City health codes. 7. Respond to inquiries and complaints about indoor air quality concerns in institutional settings. Funding Sources Include: Act 315, Act 12, and the General Fund. -- 249 of 339 -- 249 Environmental Protection/Control Program Expenses (000-09-0908-0051) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($149,846) (50006) Premium pay ($250) Environmental Health complaint responses and call outs occurring outside of normal working hours. (50008) Longevity Wages ($342) (50011) Shift differential ($25) (50012) FICA Expenses ($11,585) (50014) Pension Expenses ($20,824) (50015) Employee Insurance Opt Out ($999) FCD is split with programs 000-09-0908-0006 & 000-09-0908-0008 (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($54,589) (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($100) Mileage reimbursement for when a city vehicle is not available for use and travel is required out of the City of Allentown for training or testing purposes. (50032) Publications and Memberships ($300) NEHA Annual Memberships: $100/person for 3 employees – Required for all staff members that hold a NEHA professional credential. (50034) Training and Professional Development ($6,260) NEHA Registered Environmental Health Specialist/Registered Sanitarian Credential is a credential that is expected to be obtained by supervisory personnel such as the Associate Director of Environmental Health, Environmental Field Services Manager and the Environmental Health Workflow Coordinator. Additionally, the NEHA Registered Environmental Health Specialist/Registered Sanitarian Credential requires 24 CEU’s every two years for renewal. All Environmental Health personnel are expected to attend at least 2 continuing education trainings per year to stay up to date on subject matter. All Environmental Health Specialists are required to obtain the Lead Risk Assessor license in order to investigate elevated blood lead levels in children. One Environmental Health Specialist will attend the Rutgers Noise Technician training held off-site. Two Environmental Health Specialists will pursue pesticide -- 250 of 339 -- 250 applicator licensure in 2026. These trainings are a mixture of online and off-site trainings. Leadership Lehigh Valley Training is planned for the Environmental Health Workflow Coordinator as the position is an entry level management position. 1. Renewal for NEHA Environmental Health Specialist/Registered Sanitarian Credential 2 @ $130 each. 2. Required CEU’s for NEHA Environmental Health Specialist/Registered Sanitarian Credential: $950. 3. Lead Training: $750 4. Rutgers Noise Technician Training: $800 5. Dept. of Agriculture Pesticide Applicator Continuing Education Courses/Recertification: $500 6. Leadership Lehigh Valley Training: $3,000 (50042) Repairs and Maintenance ($900) 1. Noise Meter Calibration Services: $400 2. Noise Meter replacement parts (work performed by Vendor) $200 3. Minor XRF repairs – gaskets, battery packs: $300 (50046) Other Contract Services ($400) Lead Dust Clearance Wipes (non-grant eligible projects): $400 (50056) Uniforms ($2,100) 1. Safety Shoes: 8 at $200 2. Collared Shirts: $500 (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($725) XRF Sealed Source Leak Test Kits: $250 PPE (Tyvek Suits, Booties, gloves): $250 Bug Killer Inspector Spray/Pesticides: $225 (50072) Equipment ($750) Thermal Field Printer: $750/printer battery combo -- 251 of 339 -- 251 Institution Sanitation & Safety Program (000-09-0908-0052) The Environmental Health Services Section of the Bureau of Health conducts Act 315 mandated environmental health programs pertinent to the City of Allentown. The Environmental Health Services Section is comprised of the Environmental Field Services Division, the Injury Prevention Division and Public Health Emergency Preparedness. The Environmental Field Services Division is responsible for the Food Protection Program, Environmental Control Program, and Institutional Sanitation and Safety Program. The Institutional Sanitation and Safety Program services include: 1. Child Care Facility Inspection and Certification 2. Public Bathing Place Inspection 3. School Inspection 4. Long-Term Care Facility Inspection Act 315-funded health departments are required to provide public health programs in the areas of administrative and supportive services, personal health services and environmental health services. Act 315 was amended in 1976 by Act 12 to add support for environmental health initiatives. The Institutional Sanitation and Safety Program fulfills the program requirements of three mandated Act 315 programs. Public bathing places and long-term care facilities are subject to regulations promulgated by the State. Childcare facilities and schools are subject to regulation under the City's Child Care Facility Ordinance and School Ordinance, respectively. The primary objective of the program's activities in each of the institutional settings is to protect the public from health and safety hazards which could result in illness or unintentional injury. Specific activities include identifying hazards and determining appropriate intervention strategies with facility operators to reduce the risk of injuries and illnesses. Fees for licensing, operational inspection, and plan review of childcare facilities are charged annually to defray the costs of inspections, plan reviews and services. The City also receives fines for late license renewals and egregious operational deficiencies. Goals: Below is a list of the major Institutional Sanitation and Safety Program activities carried out by the Environmental Field Division Staff which includes the Environmental Field Services Manager, 5 Environmental Health Specialists, 1 Environmental Health Technician and 2 clerks. The Environmental Health division will continue to work on the development and testing of -- 252 of 339 -- 252 inspection software in EnerGov through the latter part of 2025. The goal is to have all licensing, complaint, plan review and inspection documentation in Energov software by December 2025. ACTIVITY 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 Est Proj Child Care Facility Inspections 138 174 173 175 175 Public Bathing Place Inspections 23 18 24 43 52 Public & Private School Inspections 30 30 31 33 33 Long Term Care Facility Inspections 1 2 4 6 5 School Playground Inspections 12 12 12 12 12 Number of Institutional Complaints 7 8 8 20 20 Budget Priorities 1. Assure that all public schools follow the City's School Sanitation and Safety regulations. 2. Assure that all long-term care facilities follow appropriate Long Term Care Facility Sanitation and Safety regulations. 3. Assure that all childcare facilities follow the City's Child Care Facility Sanitation and Safety regulations. 4. Assure that all public swimming pools follow appropriate Public Bathing Place Safety and Sanitation regulations. Funding Sources Include: Act 315, Act 12, childcare operational certificate fees, reinspection fees, plan review fees, and the General Fund. Institution Sanitation & Safety Program Expenses (000-09-0908-0052) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($130,894) (50006) Premium pay ($250) Institutional inspections of childcare facilities, pools, schools and long-term care facilities sometimes take longer than anticipated and result in overtime accrual. Additionally, any call out situation after hours to these facilities would be covered by an Environmental Health Specialist. (50008) Longevity Wages ($171) -- 253 of 339 -- 253 (50011) Shift differential ($25) (50012) FICA Expenses ($10,086) (50014) Pension Expenses ($18,632) (50015) Employee Insurance Opt Out ($499) FCD is split with programs 000-09-0908-0006 & 000-09-0908-0007 (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($48,843) (50034) Training and Professional Development ($700) Certified Pool Operator Training for 2 Environmental Health Specialists at $350 each. This off- site classroom course is required every four years and keeps inspectors up to date on the most current information needed for a public bathing place inspection. (50068) Operating Materials and Supplies ($1,440) Allentown has 27 public bathing places or swimming pools and hot tubs that are inspected biannually by Environmental Health Specialists. Pool kits require replacement approximately every two years and require reagent replacement every year. 1. Pool Kits 2 at $400 each - $800 2. Replacement Reagents, 8 reagents per kit x 4 kits at $20 per reagent - $640 -- 254 of 339 -- 254 AIDS Prevention Program (000-09-0908-0053) The HIV program is funded to provide HIV testing, education, risk reduction, partner services, referral and linkage to HIV care. Prevention is achieved via risk assessment and harm reduction, which all STD clients receive, HIV Navigation, outreach, education, partner services, testing, and building relationships with communities that have higher risk. The STD clinic offers HIV screening, referral to HIV prevention medicine (PrEP), PrEP services for uninsured clients, and HIV Navigation. AHB conducts Safer Sex Intervention presentations at Lehigh County Drug and Alcohol facilities. HIV Program staff include a manager, a workflow coordinator, a nurse (HIV Navigator), two community health specialists, and two communicable disease investigators. Goals: 1. To prevent and to reduce the incidence of HIV/AIDS. 2. To identify persons at high risk for contracting HIV/AIDS and provide prevention intervention education. 3. To provide intervention strategies to high-risk populations. Performance Objectives: 1. To provide voluntary, routine HIV testing in public health clinics in conjunction with sexually transmitted diseases (STD) including referral and linkage to appropriate services. 2. Provide HIV Navigation services for newly identified people living with HIV. 3. Provide PrEP Navigation services for individuals at risk for HIV. 4. Conduct all Partner Services interviews for newly diagnosed HIV positive individuals to encourage risk reduction/disease prevention behavior. 5. Review HIV and STD surveillance data daily to promptly identify outbreaks and/or surveillance system problems. 6. Incorporate health education into each clinic visit, home visit, and community outreach activity. ACTIVITY 2022 2023 2024 2025 Est 2026 Proj STD/HIV Testing 1,243 1,248 1,700 1,725 1,750 Off-site Extended Hours Clinic 4 12 6 6 8 Newly Diagnosed Persons Living w/HIV 6 5 4 4 4 Congenita 1 Syphilis 0 1 2 1 1 -- 255 of 339 -- 255 ACTIVITY 2022 2023 2024 2025 Est 2026 Proj STD/HIV Counseling Provided 1,291 1,603 1,725 1,750 1,760 PrEP Education/Counseling 0 64 45 60 65 Partner Services Provided 20 12 22 15 20 Budget Priorities: Achieve HIV grant performance objectives related to testing and outreach to high-risk populations, partner services, HIV Navigation, and referral to care. To achieve all case investigation standards for completeness as determined by the PA Department of Health. Funding Sources Include: Act 315, PA DOH HIV Grant, Lehigh County Drug and Alcohol. A portion of communicable disease programming costs relate to /HIV grant deliverables and are reimbursed by the grant funding. AIDS Prevention Program Expenses (000-09-0908-0053) Personnel Expenses (50002) Permanent Wages ($378,092) (50006) Premium Pay ($6,000) Program activities require staff to be available outside of regular business hours. This covers after hours STD clinics offered at locations such as the colleges, Lehigh Valley PRIDE, Drug and Alcohol education programs, staff hours given outside normal working hours to provide essential services to HIV clients. (50008) Longevity Wages ($4,609) (50011) Shift differential ($250) (50012) FICA Expenses ($29,755) (50014) Pension Expenses ($51,512) (50016) Insurance Employee Group ($135,036) (50028) Mileage Reimbursement ($250) Grant reimbursable: PADOH HIV Grant -- 256 of 339 -- 256 (50032) Publications and Memberships ($1,500) Grant reimbursable: PADOH HIV Grant Communicable Disease publications, memberships, and licensure. 1. 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