Patrick Harper

Residential Solid Waste Rate Adjustments & WISE Agreement

Residential trash rates will increase by about $2.56 for standard residents and $2.23 for seniors in the first year, with modest incremental increases over the following years.

Homeless Outreach Services Renewal

Involves a contract amount of $366,874.00 for outreach services.

Kratom Sale and Possession Restrictions

Minimal fiscal impact, primarily involving code enforcement and police oversight.

Potential Transition to Charter City Status

Initial survey and ballot placement costs estimated between $20,000 and $75,000, with potential future legal expenses.

Charter City Status Considerations

Proponents estimate potential savings of 10% to 18% in public works and administrative costs.

Plaza Del Lago Medical Office Zoning Amendments

Supports professional real estate values and expands healthcare service availability.

animal services contracting

While exact dollar amounts aren't public yet, shifting contracts around after previous deals collapsed usually means taxpayers end up footing a higher bill for these vital services.

Short-Term Rental Enforcement and Grand Jury Recommendations

Avoided administrative and staffing costs required to run a short-term rental permitting program.

minimum wage impact

Businesses might have to raise prices or cut jobs to afford paying everyone more.

sanctuary city laws

It's unclear if this will cost taxpayers more or less money right now.

sober living home regulation

Expect potential costs for operators to comply with new rules, but it could also lead to more stable neighborhoods.

city manager pay raise

Your tax dollars might be stretched a bit further if this pay raise goes through.

speed limit reduction

You might save a bit on gas by going slower, or at least avoid a pricey speeding ticket.

offshore oil drilling ban resolution

Don't expect any immediate local tax breaks or new revenue from offshore drilling bans, as the city isn't moving in that direction.

sober living homes

Wondering if these homes will affect your property values or local services? The city is looking into it.

charter city proposal

This could change how the city spends money down the line, but right now, they're just spending a bit to ask you.

street vendor and solicitor regulation

Expect potential shifts in costs for businesses and maybe even some new fees for permits.

city administration

Expect potential budget shifts as the clerk's office gains more departmental power.

flag policy

No major financial impact is expected from this flag policy shift.

utility undergrounding

It's going to cost a pretty penny, and residents might see local assessment districts or tax bumps to help foot the bill.

General Municipal Election Resolutions