12.F.
City Council Meeting - FINAL (AMENDED)
- Meeting Date:
- 06/18/2024
- From:
- Stacy Saltzburg, City Clerk
TITLE:
Consideration and Adoption of Resolution No. 2024-28: A resolution of the Flagstaff City Council, ordering and calling a Special Election of the City for November 5, 2024, in conjunction with the City's General Election, to submit two questions to the qualified electors of Flagstaff with respect to the possible continuation of the City Lodging, Restaurant and Lounge (BBB) tax; and the possible increase and continuation of a local Transaction Privilege Tax (Sales Tax) for the purposes of public transit.
STAFF RECOMMENDED ACTION:
- Read Resolution No. 2024-28 by title only
- City Clerk reads Resolution No. 2024-28 by title only (if approved above)
- Adopt Resolution No. 2024-28
Executive Summary:
The City Council gave direction on January 19, 2023 and May 16, 2024 to advance two ballot questions; one related to the renewal of the 2% BBB Tax, and the other to increase and continue the existing Public Transit Transaction Privilege Tax (Sales Tax).
Financial Impact:
Project Name: 2024 General Election
Cost: Approximately $150,000
Account Number Budgeted: 001-01-017-0016-1-4290
FY Budgeted Amount: $300,000
Funding Source: General Fund
Cost: Approximately $150,000
Account Number Budgeted: 001-01-017-0016-1-4290
FY Budgeted Amount: $300,000
Funding Source: General Fund
Policy Impact:
None
Previous Council Decision or Community Discussion:
The City Council gave direction on January 19, 2023 to advance the BBB renewal and on May 16, 2024 Council gave direction to advance the Transit Tax question.
Options and Alternatives to Recommended Action:
Not advance the questions to the November 5, 2024 election.
Connection to PBB Priorities and Objectives:
High Performing Governance
Safe & Healthy Community
Inclusive & Engaged Community
Sustainable, Innovative Infrastructure
Robust Resilient Economy
Livable Community
Environmental Stewardship
Safe & Healthy Community
Inclusive & Engaged Community
Sustainable, Innovative Infrastructure
Robust Resilient Economy
Livable Community
Environmental Stewardship
Connection to Regional Plan:
Goal CC.5. Support and promote art, science, and education resources for all to experience.
Goal OS.1. The region has a system of open lands, such as undeveloped natural areas, wildlife corridors and habitat areas, trails, access to public lands, and greenways to support the natural environment that sustains our quality of life, cultural heritage, and ecosystem health.
Goal T.1. Improve mobility and access throughout the region.
Goal T.5. Increase the availability and use of pedestrian infrastructure, including FUTS, as a critical element of a safe and livable community.
Goal T.7. Provide a high-quality, safe, convenient, accessible public transportation system, where feasible, to serve as an attractive alternative to single-occupant vehicles.
Goal ED. 6.Tourism will continue to provide a year-round revenue source for the community, while expanding specialized tourist resources and activities.
Goal ED.7. Continue to promote and enhance Flagstaff ’s unique sense of place as an economic development driver.
Goal REC.1. Maintain and grow the region’s healthy system of convenient and accessible parks, recreation facilities, and trails.
Goal OS.1. The region has a system of open lands, such as undeveloped natural areas, wildlife corridors and habitat areas, trails, access to public lands, and greenways to support the natural environment that sustains our quality of life, cultural heritage, and ecosystem health.
Goal T.1. Improve mobility and access throughout the region.
Goal T.5. Increase the availability and use of pedestrian infrastructure, including FUTS, as a critical element of a safe and livable community.
Goal T.7. Provide a high-quality, safe, convenient, accessible public transportation system, where feasible, to serve as an attractive alternative to single-occupant vehicles.
Goal ED. 6.Tourism will continue to provide a year-round revenue source for the community, while expanding specialized tourist resources and activities.
Goal ED.7. Continue to promote and enhance Flagstaff ’s unique sense of place as an economic development driver.
Goal REC.1. Maintain and grow the region’s healthy system of convenient and accessible parks, recreation facilities, and trails.
Connection to Carbon Neutrality Plan:
None
Connection to 10-Year Housing Plan:
None