Jan 30, 2017BoardMeeting
BoardHiawatha City Council Budget Work Session
The session focused on the review of the fiscal year 2017-2018 budget, specifically addressing estimated revenue shortfalls, reserve fund management, and strategies for revenue growth such as adjusting franchise fees, building permit fees, and park rental rates. Discussions also covered potential union wage increases, TIF project revenue, and the impact of legislative changes on state backfill. Furthermore, the council explored initiatives for integrating solar energy into city facilities and evaluated potential leasing options to establish an interim satellite fire station to resolve current space limitations.