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DELRAY BEACH
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CITY CLERK 100 N.W. 1st AVENUE DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA 33444 561/243 -7000
CERTIFICATION
I, CHEVELLE D. NUBIN, City Clerk of the City of Delray Beach, do hereby
certify that the attached document is a true and correct copy of Resolution No.
60 -10 as the same was passed by the Delray Beach City Commission in regular
session on the 19th day of October 2010.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and the official
seal of the City of Delray Beach, Florida, on this the 22nd day of October, 2010.
Chevelle D. Nubin, CIVIC
City Clerk
City of Delray Beach, Florida
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RESOLUTION NO. 60 -10
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, EXPRESSING SUPPORT
FOR CONTINUATION OF AN ANNUAL LEVY OF 0.25
MILLS FOR SCHOOL OPERATIONAL PURPOSES FOR THE
NEXT FOUR FISCAL YEARS BEGINNING JULY 1, 2011 AND
ENDING JUNE 15, 2015; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY
AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, an independent committee of citizens and experts will oversee the use of
revenue generated by the 0.25 mill levy of $32 million; and
WHEREAS, the 0.25 mill levy reflects a continuation of an existing tax levy needed to keep
teachers currently teaching art, music and physical education. This funding also supports magnet
choice programs and career academies; and
WHEREAS, the School District of Palm Beach County currently recognized revenue losses
from the 2007 -2008 fiscal year to the 2009 -2010 fiscal year equivalent to a per pupil decrease of
more than 6.8 percent in total funding, and a decline of $83.5 million in state revenues, and
additional reductions are anticipated for the 2010 -2011 and subsequent fiscal years; and
WHEREAS, all school districts in the State of Florida, including the School District of Palm
Beach County have experienced drastic State funding reductions in recent years while operating
expenses continue to rise; and
WHEREAS, the City strongly supports a sound public educational system and recognizes its
benefits to local governments in Palm Beach County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA:
Section 1. That the City Commission hereby supports this important local funding option
for education.
Section 2. That the City Clerk is directed to provide copies of this resolution to the Palm
Beach County School District, the Palm Beach County League of Cities, and the Greater Delray
Beach Chamber of Commerce.
PASSED AND ADOPTED thi
ATTEST:
City Clerk
Coversheet
MEMORANDUM
10: Mayor and City Commissioners
FROM: David T. Harden, City Manager
DATE: October 12, 2010
SUBJECT: AGENDA ITEM 81. - REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING OF OCTOBER 19.2010
RESOLUTION NO. 60-10
Page 1 of 1
ITEM BEFORE COMMISSION
Approve Resolution No. 60 -10 to support continuation of an annual levy of 0.25 mills for school
operational purposes for the next four fiscal years beginning July 1, 2011 and ending June 30, 2015.
BACKGROUND
On the November 2, 2010 ballot, Palm Beach County voters will consider continuing a 0.25 mill
property tax levy for school operational purposes for four years. If approved, this will continue a
funding source for education that has been in place since 1981. Continuing this tax levy will provide
$32 million per year and fund 500 art, music, physical education, choice, and career academy teachers.
RECOMMENDATION
Approve Resolution No. 60 -10
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RESOLUTION NO. 60-10
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COTvMSSION OF THE QTY
OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, EXPRESSING SUPPORT
FOR CONTINUATION OF AN ANNUAL LEVY OF 0.25
MILLS FOR SCHOOL OPERATIONAL PURPOSES FOR THE
NEXT FOUR FISCAL YEARS BEGINNING JULY 1, 2011 AND
ENDING JUNE 15, 2015; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY
AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, an independent committee of citizens and experts will oversee the use of
revenue generated by the 0.25 mill levy of $32 million; and
WHEREAS, the 0.25 mill levy reflects a continuation of an existing tax levy needed to keep
teachers currently teaching art, music and physical education. This funding also supports magnet
choice programs and career academies; and
WHEREAS, the School District of Palm Beach County currently recognized revenue losses
from the 2007 -2008 fiscal year to the 2009 -2010 fiscal year equivalent to a per pupil decrease of
more than 6.8 percent in total funding, and a decline of $83.5 million in state revenues, and
additional reductions are anticipated for the 2010 -2011 and subsequent fiscal years; and
WHEREAS, all school districts in the State of Florida, including the School District of Palm
Beach County have experienced drastic State funding reductions in recent years while operating
expenses continue to rise; and
WHEREAS, the City strongly supports a sound public educational system and recognizes its
benefits to local governments in Palm Beach County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COTVMSSION OF THE
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA:
don 1. That the City Commission hereby supports this important local funding option
for education
Section 2. That the City Clerk is directed to provide copies of this resolution to the Palm
Beach County School District, the Palm Beach County League of Cities, and the Greater Delray
Beach Chamber of Commerce.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 19' day of October, 2010.
ATTEST:
City Qerk
MAYOR
RES. NO. 60-10
SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PALM BEACH COUNTY
CONTINUATION OF .25 MILL — REFERENDUM INFORMATION SHEET
• The 0.25 mill levy reflects a continuation of an existing tax levy needed to keep teachers
currently teaching art, music and physical education. This funding also supports magnet choice
programs and career academies.
• An independent committee of citizens and experts will oversee the use of revenue generated by
the 0.25 mill levy of $32 million.
• The School District of Palm Beach County currently recognized revenue losses from the 2007-
2008 fiscal year to the 2009 -2010 fiscal year equivalent to a per pupil decrease of more than 6.8
percent in total funding, and a decline of $83.5 million in state revenues, and additional
reductions are anticipated for the 2010 -2011 and subsequent fiscal years.
• All school districts in the State of Florida, including the School District of Palm Beach County
have experienced drastic State funding reductions in recent years while operating expenses
continue to rise.
• The continuation of the 0.25 mill helps supports a sound public educational system and will
benefit the students and residents of Palm Beach County.
• Assuming a $125,000 assessed value and a $25,000 homestead exemption, the property owner
will continue to pay $25 per year. Or 25 cents per $1,000 of taxable value.
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$7,600
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$7,200
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$6,400
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Budgeted Funding per Student
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$361 a .25 Mills
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CITY CLERK 100 N.W. 1st AVENUE DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA 33444 561/243 -7000
October 22, 2010
Jamie Titcomb, Executive Director
Palm Beach County League of Cities, Inc.
Post Office Box 1989
Government Center
West Palm Beach, Florida 33402
Dear Mr. Titcomb:
Please find attached Resolution No. 60 -10 to support continuation of an annual levy of 0.25
mills for school operational purposes for the next four (4) fiscal years beginning July 1, 2011 -
June 30, 2015. This item was approved by City Commission at the October 19, 2010 Regular
Meeting; Item 8.1.
If we can be of any assistance to you, please call the office 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday
through Friday at (561) 243 -7050.
Sincerely,
Chevelle D. Nubin, CMC
City Clerk
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CITY CLERK 100 N.W. 1st AVENUE . • DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA 33444 561/243 -7000
October 22, 2010
Brian Cheslack
Chairman of the Board
Delray Beach Greater Chamber of Commerce
64 S.E. 5`h Avenue
Delray Beach, Florida 33483
Dear Mr. Cheslack:
Please find attached Resolution No. 60 -10 to support continuation of an annual levy of 0.25
mills for school operational purposes for the next four (4) fiscal years beginning July 1, 2011 -
June 30, 2015. This item was approved by City Commission at the October 19, 2010 Regular
Meeting; Item 8.1.
If we can be of any assistance to you, please call the office 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday
through Friday at (561) 243 -7050.
Sincerely,
Chevelle D. Nubin, CMC
City Clerk
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EITY OF DELRRY BEREH
DELRAY BEACH
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All-America City
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2001
CITY CLERK 100 N.W. 1st AVENUE DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA 33444 561/243 -7000
October 22, 2010
Dr. Monroe Benaim, M.D., Chairman
District 1
Palm Beach County School Board
3300 Forest Hill Blvd., C -316
West Palm Beach, FL 33406
Dear Dr. Benaim, M.D.:
Please find attached Resolution No. 60 -10 to support continuation of an annual levy of 0.25
mills for school operational purposes for the next four (4) fiscal years beginning July 1, 2011 -
June 30, 2015. This item was approved by City Commission at the October 19, 2010 Regular
Meeting; Item 8.I.
If we can be of any assistance to you, please call the office 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday
through Friday at (561) 243 -7050.
Sincerely,
Chevelle D. Nubin, CMC
City Clerk
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SERVICE - PERFORMANCE - INTEGRITY - RESPONSIBLE - INNOVATIVE - TEAMWORK
EITY OF DELRAY BEREH
DELRAY BEACH
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All-America City
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1993
2001
CITY CLERK 100 N.W. 1st AVENUE DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA 33444 561/243 -7000
October 22, 2010
Mrs. Paulette Burdick
District 2
Palm Beach County School Board
3300 Forest Hill Blvd., C -316
West Palm Beach, FL 33406
Dear Mrs. Burdick:
Please find attached Resolution No. 60 -10 to support continuation of an annual levy of 0.25
mills for school operational purposes for the next four (4) fiscal years beginning July 1, 2011 -
June 30, 2015. This item was approved by City Commission at the October 19, 2010 Regular
Meeting; Item 8.I.
If we can be of any assistance to you, please call the office 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday
through Friday at (561) 243 -7050.
Sincerely,
Chevelle D. Nubin, CMC
City Clerk
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CITY CLERK 100 N.W. 1st AVENUE DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA 33444 561/243 -7000
October 22, 2010
Mr. Bill Graham
District 3
Palm Beach County School Board
3300 Forest Hill Blvd., C -316
West Palm Beach, FL 33406
Dear Mr. Graham:
Please find attached Resolution No. 60 -10 to support continuation of an annual levy of 0.25
mills for school operational purposes for the next four (4) fiscal years beginning July 1, 2011 -
June 30, 2015. This item was approved by City Commission at the October 19, 2010 Regular
Meeting; Item 8.I.
If we can be of any assistance to you, please call the office 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday
through Friday at (561) 243 -7050.
Sincerely,
. N'v" —,
Chevelle D. Nubin, CMC
City Clerk
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SERVICE - PERFORMANCE - INTEGRITY - RESPONSIBLE - INNOVATIVE - TEAMWORK
EITY OF DELRRY BEREH
DELRAY BEACH
All-America City
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1993
2001
CITY CLERK 100 N.W. 1st AVENUE DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA 33444 561/243 -7000
October 22, 2010
Mrs. Carrie Hill
District 4
Palm Beach County School Board
3300 Forest Hill Blvd., C -316
West Palm Beach, FL 33406
Dear Mrs. Hill:
Please find attached Resolution No. 60 -10 to support continuation of an annual levy of 0.25
mills for school operational purposes for the next four (4) fiscal years beginning July 1, 2011 -
June 30, 2015. This item was approved by City Commission at the October 19, 2010 Regular
Meeting; Item 8.I.
If we can be of any assistance to you, please call the office 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday
through Friday at (561) 243 -7050.
Sincerely,
Chevelle D. Nubin, CMC
City Clerk
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CITY OF DELRAY BEACH
DELRAY BEACH
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CITY CLERK 100 N.W. 1st AVENUE
October 22, 2010
Mr. Frank A. Barbieri, Jr., Esq.
District 5
Palm Beach County School Board
3300 Forest Hill Blvd., C -316
West Palm Beach, FL 33406
Dear Mr. Barbieri, Jr., Esq.:
• DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA 33444 561/243 -7000
Please find attached Resolution No. 60 -10 to support continuation of an annual levy of 0.25
mills for school operational purposes for the next four (4) fiscal years beginning July 1, 2011 -
June 30, 2015. This item was approved by City Commission at the October 19, 2010 Regular
Meeting; Item 8.I.
If we can be of any assistance to you, please call the office 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday
through Friday at (561) 243 -7050.
Sincerely,
Chevelle D. Nubin, CMC
City Clerk
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SERVICE - PERFORMANCE - INTEGRITY - RESPONSIBLE - INNOVATIVE - TEAMWORK
CITY OF DELRAY BEACH
DELRAY BEACH
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All-America City
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1993
2001
CITY CLERK 100 N.W. 1st AVENUE DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA 33444 561/243 -7000
October 22, 2010
Dr. Sandra Richmond, Vice - Chair.
District 6
Palm Beach County School Board
3300 Forest Hill Blvd., C -316
West Palm Beach, FL 33406
Dear Dr. Richmond:
Please find attached Resolution No. 60 -10 to support continuation of an annual levy of 0.25
mills for school operational purposes for the next four (4) fiscal years beginning July 1, 2011 -
June 30, 2015. This item was approved by City Commission at the October 19, 2010 Regular
Meeting; Item 8.I.
If we can be of any assistance to you, please call the office 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday
through Friday at (561) 243 -7050.
Sincerely,
Chevelle D. Nubin, CMC
City Clerk
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Attachment
SERVICE ' PERFORMANCE ' INTEGRITY ' RESPONSIBLE ' INNOVATIVE ' TEAMWORK
EITY OF DELRRY BEREH
DELRAY BEACH
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All-America City
1
1993
2001
CITY CLERK 100 N.W. 1st AVENUE
October 22, 2010
Dr. Debra Robinson, M:D.
District 7
Palm Beach County School Board
3300 Forest Hill Blvd., C -316
West Palm Beach, FL 33406
Dear Dr. Robinson, M.D.:
• DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA 33444 561/243 -7000
Please find attached Resolution No. 60 -10 to support continuation of an annual levy of 0.25
mills for school operational purposes for the next four (4) fiscal years beginning July 1, 2011 -
June 30, 2015. This item was approved by City Commission at the October 19, 2010 Regular
Meeting; Item 8.I.
If we can be of any assistance to you, please call the office 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday
through Friday at (561) 243 -7050.
Sincerely,
Chevelle D. Nubin, CMC
City Clerk
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