After months of meetings and number crunching we approved a general fund budget of $27.9 million for Fiscal Year 2009 at our June 17 council meeting...
After months of meetings and number crunching we approved a general fund budget of $27.9 million for Fiscal Year 2009 at our June 17 council meeting. The new budget goes into effect July 1. In these very difficult financial times I am especially proud of ourCity Manager Bryan Shuler
and his staff for presenting a budget that is smaller than last year. General Fund revenues are rising at a much slower pace than previous years – one exception though, is franchise fees, which are projected to bump sharply upward by 10.6%. In total though, General Fund revenues are down about $600,000, in large part due to a smaller amount of fund balance being available for the City’s Capital Program. According to Mr. Shuler, the budget ensures an effective annual spending plan that will allow the City to meet its highest priorities as established by theMayor and City Council
. The budget will be available on the City's website atwww.gainesville.org
in mid-late July.
Each day that passes brings us a little closer to the opening of the Frances Meadows Aquatic and Community Center. OurParks and Recreation
Agency is planning for an incredible opening event for the entire community August 30. The Center will offer year round swimming classes for people of all ages as well as aqua aerobics. Stay tuned for more information about this incredible recreation facility and make plans now to attend the grand opening.
If you have any questions about the Aquatic and Community Center, the FY ’09 budget or any City services emailcitycouncil@gainesville.org
or call 770-535-6865.