M E M O R A N D U M 09-142

TO: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL

FROM: JO JOHNSON, CMC, CITY CLERK

DATE: OCTOBER 20, 2009

SUBJECT: TRAVEL AUTHORIZATION FOR MAYOR HORNADAY TO ATTEND THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE 59^TH ANNUAL LOCAL GOVERNMENT CONFERENCE IN ANCHORAGE, ALASKA, NOVEMBER 16 - 20, 2009.

Mayor Hornaday would like to attend the Alaska Municipal League (AML) 59^th Annual Local Government Conference in Anchorage, Alaska, November 16 - 20, 2009.

AML provides the best training in the state on issues facing municipal leaders. The conference also offers networking opportunities between communities and municipal officials.

Cost estimates for travel include round trip airfare from Homer to Anchorage at $225.00 and room rates at $95.00 per night. Per diem is $58.00 per day, for three meals.

RECOMMENDATION:

Approve the requested authorization. Fiscal Note: Mayor and Council 2009 Budget: 100.100.5236 - Transportation: $8,500.00 and 100.100.5237 - Subsistence: $6,000.00.