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TipSheet: Council members return from vacation to discuss budget
Wednesday, July 30, 2014 by Mark Richardson
City Council Convenes, 9:30 a.m. Town Lake Center, 721 Barton Springs Road
Budget
1. Discussion and possible action regarding council meeting schedule and the budget and tax rate calendar.
2. Presentation and discussion regarding the City’s Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2014-2015.
3. Presentation and discussion regarding the impact of providing a general homestead exemption as a percentage of appraised value on homeowners and the City budget.
Executive Session
4. Discuss legal issues related to the July 26, 2013 officer-involved shooting (Private consultation with legal counsel – Section 551.071 of the Government Code).
Adjourn
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