Legislative Update (B)
The City Commission will receive a report from staff regarding legislative affairs.
Explanation
Funds for City of Gainesville projects are included in the State budget passed by the Florida Legislature. As of the drafting of this item, the budget was awaiting the Governor's approval. Barring any veto by the Governor, the Legislature included a $100,000 earmark for the Reichert House Regional Juvenile Crime Prevention Initiative and $200,000 is included for Possum Creek Park through the Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program (FRDAP).
The Florida Legislature failed to come to an agreement on a Property Tax Reform package. A special session has been called for June 12-22 to solely address Property Tax Reform. Staff will present information regarding a variety of potential outcomes that may emerge from the special session.
Fiscal Note
$300,000 is included in the State of Florida budget for two City of Gainesville projects.
Recommendation
The City Commission receive the legislative update and take action as appropriate and 1) approve a position on Property Tax Reform; and 2) request staff to coordinate meetings with members of the Alachua County State Legislative Delegation to relay the position of Property Tax Reform taken by the City Commission.