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Mayor Wilharber responded that the Council felt the time is fast approaching and elected to be <br /> prepared for the City's growth. In addition, it is hoped that increasing protection now will <br /> eliminate any rise in crime next year. <br /> Councilmember Powers stated that she is a single mother of two children and is responsible to pay <br /> City taxes including the public safety portion. Moreover, she has needed the service of the police <br /> department and has appreciated how fast and reliable the department has been in the past. <br /> Therefore, she strongly supports the increase to provide police service to the citizens. Mayor <br /> Wilharber confirmed that he would rather have a competent Police Department and pay for the <br /> comfort of knowing that level of service is available in a time of need. <br /> Mr. Sweeney noted the proposed property tax notices reflect a 55% taxing base. However, the <br /> City decreased the percentage to 48 %, thus resulting in less payable tax for residents. <br /> Mr. Brainerd understood the growth and transition stage of the community and he suggested the <br /> Council take into consideration that the increase in the levy amount places residential property <br /> owners in a pinch. Basically, the over all request is for the Council to keep the taxes as low as <br /> possible. <br /> Mr. March asked if anyone present did not have a chance to be understood or heard. Hearing no <br /> response, the Council elected not to hold a continuation hearing on December 21. <br /> Councilmember Brenner moved to close the public hearing. Powers <br /> seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. <br /> The Truth in Taxation public hearing was closed at 7:45 p.m. <br /> Budget Meeting <br /> Mayor Wilharber confirmed a budget meeting will take place at 5:00 p.m. prior to the next <br /> Council Meeting on December 21, 1998. <br /> APPEARANCES <br /> CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES <br /> November 23, 1998 Council Meeting Minutes <br /> Councilmember Buckbee moved to approve the November 23, 1998 Council Meetin¢ <br /> Minutes Councilmember Brenner seconded the motion Wilharber aye Powers and <br /> Sweeney - abstained. Motion carried. <br /> PAYMENT OF CLAIMS <br /> The City of Centerville November 23 -30 and December 1 - 7 <br /> 4 <br />