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YOUR SALES TAX DOLLARS ji
<br /> The City of Louisville receives 3.375% of the total growth showed the largest increase in 1997,with a one-year
<br /> 7.475% sales tax charged in Louisville. The remaining increase of 42%, followed by 1999 with nearly a 26%
<br /> is divided amongst the state (2.9%), RTD (.6%),the increase.
<br /> Cultural Facilities District (1%), the Stadium District Due to the near build out of retail development in
<br /> (.1%) and Boulder County (.4%). Louisville, and the boom of retail development in
<br /> Of the Louisville share, the .375%was approved by neighboring communities, this growth has flattened to 4.3%
<br /> voters in 1993 as an increase to be used exclusively in 2000 and is anticipated to be 3.4% (with the consumer
<br /> for open space and open space bond repayment. Out price index at approximately 3.1%) for 2001. The table
<br /> of the remaining 3%, one-third, or 1%,is required to below provides details of how sales taxes are spent (or
<br /> be allocated to the Capital Projects Fund to pay for budgeted) and the allocation by fund.
<br /> debt relating to the library and the recreation center.
<br /> The City Council strives to make fiscally responsible budget
<br /> In addition, over the past years the City Council has
<br /> directed that sales tax generated from the Centennial decisions while supporting a variety of programs and
<br /> Valley commercial growth be allocated to the Capital projects for residents. The Council always takes input from
<br /> Projects Fund. For the 2001 budget this translates to residents during the budget process and would be happy to
<br /> 1.395% of the 3% of Louisville sales taxes being take your comments.
<br /> directed to the Capital Projects Fund. This funds such If you have questions about the City's budget or fund
<br /> capital expenditures as street improvements, allocation,please call Dianne Ray at 303-666-6565, ext. 105.
<br /> landscaping and gateway beautification, trail As always, copies of the City's budget are available for
<br /> improvements and the South Boulder Road review at the Library.
<br /> underpass. The remainder
<br /> of the Louisville sales Sales Tax History and Comparison by Fund (in 1,000s)
<br /> taxes, or 1.605% for
<br /> the 2001 budget,goes o Allocation by Fund
<br /> to the General Fund Total /o Capital Open
<br /> Year Sales Tax Increase General Projects Space
<br /> to support operations. 1995
<br /> $4,098 $2,356 $1,286 $456
<br /> Over the past six years 1996 4,696 14.6% 2,684 1,490 522
<br /> the City has 1997 6,654 41.7% 3,550 2,365 739
<br /> experienced a 246% 1998 7,683 15.5% 4,088 2,741 854
<br /> growth in the sales tax, 1999 9,664 25.8% 4,977 3,613 1,074
<br /> topping the $10 million 2000 10,083 4.3% 4,600 4,363 1,120
<br /> mark in 2000. This 2001 Budget 10,120 3.4% 4,813 4,183 1,124
<br /> OWNER RESPONSIBILITY FOR SEWER LEAD MAINTENANCE
<br /> In Louisville, it is the property owner's responsibility to repair and maintain the sewer lead from the house to the
<br /> City owned sewer. It is not unusual for a sewer lead to require cleaning or repair. However, before you undertake
<br /> an expensive repair or call in a cleaning contractor, you should contact the City to ensure that the City's sewer
<br /> line is functioning properly. By doing this, you can avoid expense and inconvenience. If you are experiencing
<br /> problems with your sewer lead and feel the City's sewer line should be checked,please contact the Public Works
<br /> Department, Operations Division at 303-666-0124. Normal hours for the Operations Division are Monday
<br /> through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. If you have an emergency after normal business hours,please call Boulder
<br /> Emergency Dispatch at 303-441-4444 and ask that an Operations Technician be dispatched.
<br /> The Public Works Department, Operation Division routinely cleans all sewer lines in the City to insure a reliable,
<br /> safe and convenient sewer system. Even though lines are routinely cleaned,however, they can become
<br /> obstructed. Please do not hesitate to contact the Operations Division if you feel there is a block in the sewer.
<br /> We appreciate your help.
<br /> Snrina 2001
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