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431 Association for allocation of $1 , 000 for Miss Redwood City program . In addition , report had been requested on animal control costs , which had been provided to Council . Councilman Henderson questioned whether there was additional information concerning the BASSA (Bay Area Sewage Services Agency ) budget . City Manager recalled that at the time of the budget study session, City had received a bill through the County from BASSA and this was dealt with as something that had to be paid . He indicated that it has been suggested to BASSA that sewering agencies be given more notice , and also the possibility of having the County picking up the cumulative assessment dues for the BASSA budget , although there has been no response as yet . Council noted several other items to be considered , such as the request with regard to the Directorship of Fair Oaks Community Center , as well as the Community Education Center , and the request from Peninsula Celebration Association . Mayor Keckley invited comment from interested persons present . Mr . Jack Chichester , 1535 Maddux Drive , expressed concern that his property tax was being increased based on increase in assessed value . He felt that other cities were offering many services Redwood City residents were not getting . At request of Mayor Keckley , City Controller provided a comparison between current budget proposal and previous fiscal year for the general govern- mental budget , and explained that assessed values , which are set by the County, would not be available until August , at which time it can be determined what the actual tax rate would be . City Manager added that there are many other jurisdictions , such as special districts , having the prerog- ative to set up taxes which add up to more than 75% of the tax rate . Council- man Henderson pointed out that should revenues exceed expenses , this does not come in as extra revenue to the City , but is applied to reduce the dollar amount of the tax rate . During additional discussion , Councilman Williams suggested that City Manager review the restraints of SB 90 with respect to the tax rate , not only in the City but other jurisdictions . City Manager complied , explaining that the Bill sets a ceiling , with certain exceptions , on the amount of ad valorem tax rate that can be set henceforth . 1973-74 is the first year that SB 90 comes into play , and with few exceptions , the tax rate in the future should be essentially the same as in the past for local entities . Mayor Keckley pointed out for the benefit of the audience that Council had held an all-day study session on the budget , well publicized , but that very few people were in attendance . 6/18/73 Reg . Mtg .