3/22/14 - The Howell City Council is continuing budget discussions as the 2014/2015 fiscal year approaches. A work session was held earlier this month, where Council discussed a variety of issues and reviewed projected revenues and expenditures. The Cityâs garbage millage has been a recurring topic of conversation as some members want to leave it at the current rate of 1.3 mills but others want to move forward with a small decrease of point-1 mill. Other discussion centered on the philosophy of spending fund balance and reviewed the Cityâs long range capital improvement plan, along with projects to be prioritized for the 2014/2015 fiscal year. The South Michigan/Marion/Dearborn grant project was the major street improvement project but also at the top of the list were the resurfacing of the Bennett Recreation Center parking lot and continuation of the asset management plan for improved streets. Lighting and improvements to Page Field were also being considered. Staff was ultimately directed to prioritize the capital projects and bring back recommendations. (JM)
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