To: Martin L. Cousineau, Finance Committee Chairperson
From: Patrick Linihan, Parks and Recreation Director
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RE: Approval of a request by Genesee County's Parks & Recreation Commission to hire a maximum of 450 term limited positions in FYE 2026; the positions and wage rates will take effect January 1, 2026
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BOARD ACTION REQUESTED:
Genesee County Parks and Recreation staff requests the approval to hire a maximum of 450 term limited positions in FYE 2026 with positions and wage rates taking effect January 1, 2026.
BACKGROUND:
Having the ability to employ up to 450 term limited positions will fulfill the duties and responsibilities as set by the Parks and Recreation Commission and County Board. Parks will adhere to the budget approved by the Genesee County Parks and Recreation Commission and the Genesee County Board of Commissioners.
DISCUSSION:
There are seventy-five (75) distinct term limited positions utilized by the Parks, seasonally, to support the programs and services spread across all facilities and locations, throughout Genesee and Lapeer Counties, owned and operated by the Genesee County Parks and Recreation Commission, plus the City of Flint parks, State Park in Flint, and the newly added Flint River Watershed Coalition program. Genesee County Parks and Recreation Commission owns or maintains 91% of public parkland in Genesee County.
A $0.45 increase is proposed for the majority of positions. No position will pay less than $15.45 per hour.
IMPACT ON HUMAN RESOURCES:
To have personnel position numbers created and commence the hiring process.
IMPACT ON BUDGET:
NO USE OF GENERAL FUND. Positions being fully funded by grant funds and Parks and Recreation Commission budgeted funds.
IMPACT ON FACILITIES:
None.
IMPACT ON TECHNOLOGY:
None.
CONFORMITY TO COUNTY PRIORITIES:
The ability to hire term limited positions enhances resources and services to our community and visitors, with a focus on talent and skill retention, and increases...
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