Approve 3% increase in Hilltop neighborhood landscaping fees

The HilltopBudgetHearing

In Plain English

Hilltop residents pay special assessments to maintain landscaping in their neighborhood. The city proposes raising these fees by 3% for the coming year. If approved, your annual assessment increases based on your property size and location within the district.

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Votes

Adopt Resolution No. 54-19 and request staff submit monthly reports to City Council of revenues and expenditures, and maintain 11 city staff for district maintenance

Passed

7 to 0

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Why This Vote Matters

The council unanimously approved a 3% increase in special landscape maintenance fees for Hilltop residents. Homeowners in this district will pay higher annual assessments based on their property size and location to cover neighborhood landscaping costs. The council also required city staff to provide monthly financial reports on the district's revenues and expenses, and committed to maintaining 11 city employees for the maintenance work. This continues the council's pattern of strong support for budget measures, with all members regularly approving similar items.

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Community Discussion

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