FISCAL NOTE
Date Requested: January 31, 2020
Time Requested: 12:00 PM |
| Agency: |
Natural Resources, WV Division of |
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| CBD Number: |
Version: |
Bill Number: |
Resolution Number: |
| 2878 |
Introduced |
SB669 |
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| CBD Subject: |
Natural Resources |
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FUND(S):
General Revenue 3265
Sources of Revenue:
General Fund
Legislation creates:
Creates New Program
Fiscal Note Summary
Effect this measure will have on costs and revenues of state government.
This bill is to create a new office within the Division of Natural Resources (DNR) called the Office of Greenways and Trails. The purpose of the bill is to promote trails and greenways throughout the state on public and private lands.
The following assumptions and estimates are necessary as this is a new program. If the bill becomes law, the Office of Greenways and Trails would be a new section within DNR and would be expected to employ the following full-time personnel: 1 Tourism Program Manager 3 (Chief); 3 Tourism Program Manager 1s (District Administrators); 10 Park Superintendent 2s; 10 Maintenance Workers; and 3 Secretary/Clerical staff. Assuming current annual personal services costs, this will be approximately $1,388,200 annually.
Additionally, at least 40 seasonal groundskeepers/maintenance workers will be necessary to assist the superintendents to keep the trails/greenways mowed and maintained. Seasonal employee costs will be (40 x 40 weeks x $10hr. x 12% benefits) = $716,800 annually.
The estimated annual operating costs assuming the operation of 10 district office/shops are: computers $38,250; supplies, copiers, contingencies $150,000; State vehicle operation costs 12 x $0.55/mi. x $15,000/yr. = $99,000.
Fiscal Note Detail
| Effect of Proposal |
Fiscal Year |
2020
Increase/Decrease
(use"-") |
2021
Increase/Decrease
(use"-") |
Fiscal Year
(Upon Full
Implementation) |
| 1. Estmated Total Cost |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Personal Services |
0 |
0 |
2,105,000 |
| Current Expenses |
0 |
287,250 |
287,250 |
| Repairs and Alterations |
0 |
150,000 |
15,000 |
| Assets |
0 |
1,163,000 |
0 |
| Other |
0 |
2,000,000 |
0 |
| 2. Estimated Total Revenues |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Explanation of above estimates (including long-range effect):
Personnel Services Breakdown
1 Tourism Program Manager 3 $80,000 + 51% benefits $120,800
3 Tourism Program Manager 1 $60,000 + 51% benefits $271,800
3 Secretary/Clerical Staff $30,000 + 51% benefits $135,900
10 Park Superintendent 2 $35,000 + 51% benefits $527,500
10 Maintenance Worker $22,000 + 51% benefits $332,200
40 Seasonal Maintenance Workers $10/hr. + 12% benefits $716,800
$2,105,000
Current Expenses $287,250
Repairs/Alternations – 10 district office/shops x $15,000 $150,000
Equipment Breakdown
Vehicles (4WD heavy duty) 10 (1 per district) x $35,000 = $350,000
Vehicles (4WD SUV) 2 x $30,000 = $60,000
Tractors w/attachments 10 (1 per district) x $50,000 = $500,000
Mowers 10 (1 per district) x $8,000 = $80,000
String Trimmers 20 (2 per district) x $300 = $6,000
Chainsaws 20 (2 per district) x $400 = $8,000
Pole Saws 10 (1 per district) x $400 = $4,000
Hand Tools 10 sets (1 set per district) x $500 = $5,000
Backhoe/Lowboy Trailer 1 x $100,000 = $100,000
Skidsteer Loader/Trailer 1 x $50,000 = $50,000
$1,163,000
Other (Maintenance Shops/Equipment Storage)
10 districts x $50,000 $2,000,000
Because this is a new program without historical data, assumptions and estimates are necessary. The assumption is to place 10 district office/shops around the State to adequately maintain the greenways and trails within a geographic area. Perhaps existing DOH worksites or state parks can be utilized for these shops, which may or may not cut down on the initial costs for establishing these district office/shops.
This program has the potential to grow into a massive undertaking, and after a few years, may require the establishment of additional districts with additional personnel and equipment to man them.
Estimated revenue to the State is zero initially, but indirectly may enhance local businesses, convenience stores, gas stations, restaurants, motels, B&Bs, etc.
Memorandum
For additional information concerning this fiscal note, please contact:
Mark W. Wylie, District Administrator
Parks and Recreation Section
Division of Natural Resources
324 4th Avenue
South Charleston, WV 25303-1228
304.558.2764 office
304.389.5041 cell
304.558.0077 fax
Person submitting Fiscal Note: Amanda Morris
Email Address: amanda.l.morris@wv.gov