Summary
The FY23 Quarterly Overtime Report for Q3 details the continued growth in overtime costs, with Police, Fire, and Prisons departments seeing the largest increases. Police overtime rose by $30.0 million, while Fire and Prisons increased by $3.3 million and $3.0 million, respectively. Fleet Management also saw a significant rise in costs, largely attributed to staffing gaps. The report notes that 87.9% of the overtime budget had been used by Q3, setting the stage for potential overruns in Q4. Recommendations emphasize the need for better staffing plans, stricter departmental accountability, and targeted cost-cutting measures.