Palmetto City Commission Considers Budget, Land Annexations, and Collective Bargaining Agreement on September 14, 2015

Original title: 13829

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What This Bill Does

The Palmetto City Commission will meet on September 14, 2015, to consider a proposed tentative and 2016 budget, several property and ordinances, and an educational facility expansion plan. The agenda also includes discussions on a police union collective bargaining agreement, consent items, and departmental updates.

Why it matters

Residents face upcoming decisions regarding local property tax s, city boundary expansions, land use changes, and municipal expenditures that directly affect community services and property regulations.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Palmetto residents

Residents are subject to proposed municipal budget allocations, property tax millage rates, and local ordinances considered by the commission.

Directly affected

Southwest Florida Police Benevolent Association

The organization negotiates collective bargaining agreement terms with the city for police personnel.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is the Palmetto City Commission meeting taking place?

The meeting is scheduled for September 14, 2015, at 7:00 PM at 516 8th Avenue West, Palmetto, Florida.

How can members of the public speak at the meeting?

Anyone wishing to speak must complete a Speakers Card prior to the meeting, state their name, address, and topic, and be sworn in. Public comments are limited to two minutes.

What major budget items are under review?

The commission is holding a public hearing to discuss the tentative and the tentative 2016 budget under Resolutions 2015-23 and 2015-24.

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