TO: Honorable Mayor & Members of the North Port Commission
FROM: Peter D. Lear, CPA, CGMA, City Manager
TITLE: Presentation by Bill Furst, Sarasota County Property Appraiser regarding Amendment I: Property Exemption
Recommended Action
Discussion and possible action
Background Information
On the General Election ballot, in November 2018, will be a state-wide voter referendum approving/denying an additional property tax exemption. Mr. Furst’s presentation will give the City and its Port taxpayers the factual financial impact to the City’s budget. This information will be helpful during the FY 18/19 budget discussions. If the referendum passes, it will take effect for FY 19/20.
Strategic Plan
Enhance public trust through responsible city government
Financial Impact
N/A
Procurement
Attachments:
1. Amendment 1 Ballot Summary and Language
2. Amendment 1- Florida League of Cities talking points
3. Sarasota County Property Appraiser's Office Website
Prepared by: Pete Lear for Commissioner McDowell
Department Director: Pete Lear