Summary
The FY17 Quarterly Overtime Report for Q1 analyzes overtime expenditures across Philadelphia’s municipal government, with a focus on seven key departments identified for reductions. Despite efforts to curb costs, these departments spent $49.2 million on overtime, exceeding their planned spending by 39.1%. The report identifies primary cost drivers, including police court appearances, seasonal staffing shortages, and increased service demands. It recommends improved staffing allocations, proactive budget adjustments for known events, and enhanced coordination among city agencies to better manage overtime expenditures. Without significant changes, the City is projected to exceed its annual overtime appropriation.