Title
Public Hearing on the 2021 Preliminary Olympia Metropolitan Park District (OMPD) Budget
Recommended Action
Board Treasurer Recommendation:
Hold the public hearing and receive testimony on the 2021 Preliminary OMPD Budget.
Report
Issue:
Whether to hold a hearing for the public to comment on the 2021 Preliminary OMPD Budget.
Staff Contact:
Jonathon Turlove, Director of Parks Planning and Maintenance, Parks, Arts and Recreation, 360.753.8068
Presenter(s):
Jonathon Turlove, Director of Parks Planning and Maintenance, Parks, Arts and Recreation, 360.753.8068
Background and Analysis:
Staff presented the proposed 2021 OMPD budget to the OMPD Advisory Committee on October 14, 2020. The proposed budget of $4,403,173 would result in an estimated 2021 levy rate of approximately $.545/1000 assessed value. That is slightly lower than the levy rate of $.55 assessed in 2020. This hearing provides an opportunity for the OMPD Board to hear from the public on the Budget of the Olympia Metropolitan Park District.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
The YES Olympia Parks coalition was heavily involved in the formation of the Olympia Metropolitan Park District and some of their members continue to take a strong interest in the activities of the OMPD Advisory Committee and Board.
Options:
1. Hold a public hearing. Close the hearing and direct staff to prepare Budget Resolution in the amount of $4,403,173 for OMPD Approval on November 10, 2020.
2. Hold a public hearing. Close the hearing and direct staff to prepare Budget Resolution in a different amount.
3. Hold a public hearing. Do not close the hearing and schedule a special meeting to continue the public hearing.
Financial Impact:
Provides property tax revenue to the District in the amount of $4,403,173. The Preliminary Budget is available on the website for public review at <http://olympiawa.gov/city-government/mpd.aspx>.
Attachments:
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