—Forcing the city to put money in the BSR ('rainy day fund') when we have surpluses is a good thing. Our reserve balance is much lower than other large American cities.

—It is supported by the Finance Director and the Government Finance Officers Association

—Reserves are a focus area for credit rating agencies. A better credit rating will aid the city in issuing lower-cost debt in the capital markets

This is an area the city should be making a targeted investment in. Currently, the duties of workforce development are stratified across multiple departments

Anthony Erace (Interim Exec. Dir.) testified in Council that the current civil service requirements make it difficult to fill spots on the CPOC

Removing civil service requirements will lower barriers to entry for residents to apply and be accepted to the CPOC

—The bill gives Council too much power over the mayor

—Darrell Clarke pushed the bill through Council this spring. With a new Council President and new Mayor on the horizon, they should have the ability to decide:

—If they want this role, and

—Who has power to appoint / approve the nominee.