posted on December 11, 2011 10:48
Type of Jurisdictions Involved
Specific Jurisdictions Involved
- Village of Sharon;
- Village of Fontana;
- Village of Walworth
Type of Agreement
Intergovernmental agreement for consolidation of services
Implementation and Incubation
- Villages of Walworth and Fontana shared a full-time building inspector
- Village of Sharon sought stability as it pertains to building codes, zoning, and maintenance services
- Village of Sharon approached Villages of Walworth and Fontana, who shared a full-time building inspectorVillages of Walworth and Fontana shared a full-time building inspector
- Village of Sharon sought stability as it pertains to building codes, zoning, and maintenance services
- Village of Sharon approached Villages of Walworth and Fontana, who shared a full-time building inspector
Factors Involved
- Desire for stability in service delivery without increasing costs
- Desire for the knowledge and expertise that could be brought to the Village by bringing on a shared professional
Benefits
- Increased efficiency and service delivery
- Reduced costs - $9,500 saved one year
- Follow-through on items to be done
- More revenue and cleaner Villages
- Financial benefits from not having to fund certifications, training, or education
- Consistency in service delivery
Results
- Enhanced service delivery
- Financial benefits
Contact
Diana Dykstra
Village of Sharon
(262) 949-2494
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