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MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR 2017 BUDGET APPROVED Continued from page 1 As of press time, we anticipate the City Council will to carry out the Urban Renewal Plan and facilitate approve the 2017 Budget on November 15th. The City is redevelopment of the property. There will be several in good fiscal health. The thriving local economy and the public meetings to consider all aspects of this pro- City's prudent use of available revenue enable the City posal. I encourage you to attend and provide your to improve services in several critical areas and devote nearly $19 million to capital projects, including: street input on the future of the site. You can find a sched- uresurfacing, water and sewer line replacement, water le of upcoming meetings and additional information system equipment improvements, completing Waste Wa- on the City's website at www.LouisvilleCO.gov. I look forward to hearing your thoughts on this issue. ter Treatment Plant improvements, railroad quiet zone As we go forward with these projects, and all design work, and trail connections and park improve- the work of the city, one thing will be clear: we will ments. strive towards a process valuing respect and civil- Funding for City operations comes from numerous ity for all. Let us each commit to show kindness to sources. The chart below shows the relative percentage each other and all our fellow Americans. coming from each source. Charges for services include -Bob water and sewer rates, recreation center admission fees, and golf course fees. Property taxes make up only 7% WINTER DRIVING TIPS of total City revenue (the City of Louisville receives only about 8% of property taxes paid; the rest goes to the Cold temperatures bring new risks to the road. County, School District and other governmental entities). Here are some tips to help you this coming win- ter: City-Wide Sources of Funds When driving don't go out unless you absolutely Other 1% PropertyTax7% have to; do everything slowly and evenly (your Sales Tax 23% speed, braking, turning, accelerating); allow for Charges longer stopping distances between cars; know what for kind of brake system your car has and how to use Services them (ABS - press down firmly and hold, standard - 51% pump your brakes); drive with your headlights on; Other Taxes do not use cruise control; and thoroughly clean the 12 snow off of your car and scrape all of the windows, Licenses&Permits side mirrors, lights, and reflectors for normal visibil- Intergovernmental 3% ity. Revenue 3% Ensure your vehicle is equipped with all suf- The City uses this revenue to fund ten primary program ficient fluid levels (keep your gas tank as full as areas. The chart below shows the relative amount de- possible and fill your car with windshield wiper fluid); voted to each area, with the largest share by far going ensure your windshield wipers are in good shape; to provide water, sewer and stormwater service. make sure your tires have appropriate tread depth 2017 Budget by Program and are inflated properly; and check your battery, charging system, and belts. Economic Prosperity 1% Admin&Support Services 8% Be prepared - keep these items in your ve- Community Design 4%—\ hicle...ice scraper and snow brush; extra windshield Open Space&Trails 3% wiper fluid and blades; tire chains, sand, salt, snow Parks 5% Utilities 40% shovel, and tow rope; flashlight, flares, and reflec- tors; jumper cables; charged cell phone and cell cultural Services si phone charger; first aid kit; gloves, boots, extra clothing, and blanket or sleeping bag; and bottled Recreation 9% . water and high energy snack food. If you get stuck in the snow or slide off the Public Safety&Justice 12% Transportation 13% roadway, be aware of your surroundings if you exit your vehicle; look for other vehicles sliding your $49.9 Million Total Expenditures(excluding transfers&internal service funds) direction and watch for traffic; and get yourself to a Detailed Budget information is available on the City's safe area. Sometimes staying in your vehicle is the web site (www.LouisvilleCO.gov) and in the November safest plan! 15th City Council meeting packet. December 2016 2