Increase Marina Bay property assessments by 3% for landscaping and lighting

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In Plain English

Marina Bay property owners pay special assessments to maintain landscaping and lighting in their neighborhood. The city adjusts these fees annually based on inflation. If approved, your assessment increases by 3% starting in the 2013-2014 fiscal year.

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Votes

Close public hearing

Passed

5 to 0

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Why This Vote Matters

The council unanimously closed the public hearing on a 3% assessment increase for Marina Bay property owners who pay special fees to maintain their neighborhood's landscaping and lighting. This routine annual adjustment keeps pace with inflation and will take effect in the 2013-2014 fiscal year. The vote allows the assessment increase to move forward as proposed by city staff. Two council members were absent, but the five present members all supported closing the hearing without opposition.

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Adopt Resolution No. 49-13b

Passed

5 to 0

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Why This Vote Matters

Property owners in Marina Bay will pay 3% more for landscaping and lighting maintenance starting in the 2013-2014 fiscal year. The council unanimously approved this routine annual adjustment to special assessments, which helps cover rising costs due to inflation. This administrative increase affects only Marina Bay residents who already pay these special fees to maintain their neighborhood's appearance. Two council members were absent from the 5-0 vote.

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Community Discussion

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