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8 <br /> 270 over the 1970 -71 rate . In 1974-75 the increase in the general services <br /> tax would be 450 over 1970 -71 which is the statutory limit . <br /> City Auditor -Accountant stated that the forecast does not allow for any <br /> increase in personnel in the next year . The following year it is possible <br /> some funds would be available because of the increase in population if there <br /> is an orderly growth . Also , assessed valuations are based on $20 , 000 , 000 <br /> or more per year taxable building within the city over the next five years . <br /> City Manager concurred in the statements regarding personnel . He advised <br /> that the first preliminary estimates reflected increases in personnel and <br /> anticipated personnel space needs generated by the Civic Center project . <br /> These estimates and the thinking on this matter have since been revised . <br /> At present there are 35 fewer employees in the City than one year ago , and <br /> 14 less than the current budgeted allocation for personnel . He stated the <br /> City will continue to use every means available in following the merit system <br /> and the character to work toward efficiency in the use of these personnel and <br /> toward bringing this figure lower without a significant reduction in services <br /> to which the community has become accustomed , <br /> In response to question by Councilman Weymouth , City Auditor -Accountant stated <br /> that the report reflects the entire estimated income from sales and use tax , <br /> and the only commitment against this is the bond service on GID 1 -65 , <br /> Council expressed appreciation for the opportunity to study these figures <br /> prior to budget sessions , and hoped that no tax increase would be necessary . <br /> Councilman Weymouth moved to appoint Henry A . Beeger as Redwood City ' s <br /> representative to the San Mateo County Mosquito Abatement District , seconded <br /> by Councilman Petersen , and carried . (MINUTE ORDER #71 - 12 ) Mayor Bury <br /> requested City Manager to take care of the appropriate correspondence <br /> advising the District and thanking Mr . Beeger . (Memo 1 - 19- 71 ) <br /> CONSENT CALENDAR : <br /> ACCOUNTS PAYABLE , Nos . 82363 to 82472 , inclusive , totaling $69 , 774 . 24 , <br /> approved for payment on motion of Councilman Keckley , seconded by Council - <br /> may Weymouth and carried . <br />