July 13, 2009
OUTDOOR BURN BAN LIFTED
Midland County officials have released the burn ban in affect for Midland County.
Although the ban is lifted, the Midland Fire Department reminds citizens that outdoor burning is not allowed within the city limits without a permit. Outdoor burning within the city can be done only after calling the Midland Fire Marshal’s office and requesting an inspection of debris to be burned. If the material meets the criteria for burning, a permit may be issued. Most permits are restricted to areas outside developed neighborhoods.
For residents outside the city limits, the Fire Department requests they call the non-emergency number, 685.7340, to report their location and time of their control burn. This will help the dispatchers and firefighters from responding to false alarms.
Media Contact: Jeff Meiner/Assistant Chief/ Fire Marshal at 685.7334
JULY SALES TAX REVENUES
The City of Midland has collected this month's revenue from the State Comptroller's Office. The total amount of revenue received was $1,717,694.
This month's figure reflects a 17.95% decrease or a $375,844 decrease from July 2008.
The year-to-date total sales tax revenue for fiscal year 2008-2009 is up 6.47% or a $1,295,188 increase from last year's totals at this time. Fiscal year-to-date actual sales tax revenue is $21,301,477.
Sales tax revenue is generated by sales tax income from two months prior to collection; July collection is based on May sales.
Media Contact: Bob McNaughton/Director of Finance at 685.7210
FY 2009-2010 BUDGET HIGHLIGHTS
The proposed Budget for 2009-2010 went before the City Council, July 6, 2009, during a workshop. The 2009-2010 Budget will go into effect on October 1, 2009.
The proposed FY2009-2010 Operating Budget reflects a 4.25% or $7,417,942 decrease in expenditures.
The Proposed General Fund Budget is a balanced budget of $79 million with a decreased property tax rate of 47.72 cents per $100 valuation, and expenditures decreasing $4,335,110/5.33%.
The current Ad Valorem Tax Rate will decrease an estimated .87 cents to 47.72 cents per $100 valuation.
The City is projecting $24.24 million in Sales Tax Revenues. Compared to the FY09 estimated Sales Tax Revenue as of June 30, 2009, there is no increase.
Contact: Tommy Hudson/Deputy City Manager at 685.7201 or Bob McNaughton/Director of Finance at 685.7210
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT KICK OFF PARTY
The Midland Police Department is gearing up for the annual National Night Out. An appreciation party and training for block captains will be held at First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 305 N. Baird, on July 9, 2009, from 6-8:00 p.m.
The event will help raise awareness about the upcoming National Night Out event scheduled for Tuesday, August 4, 2009. Information will be provided to help residents host a successful block party. It is on this evening that neighbors come together hosting potluck dinners and block parties throughout the City.
National Night Out is a nation-wide crime prevention activity designed to heighten crime prevention awareness; generate support for, and participation in local anti-crime programs; strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community relations; and to send a message to criminals letting them know that neighborhoods are organized and are fighting back against crime.
It is not too late to host a block party, just contact the Midland Police Department at 685.7582 or visit www.midlandtexas.gov.
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