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`_`"NT October 2, 2012
Council members Present: Albertson, Boyce, Higgins, Ralph, Ranniger (who arrived
at 5:20) and Thomas. Council member Perry was not in attendance.
The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by Council President Higgins.
Mayor's Budget Message. Mayor Cooke gave her budget presentation, noting
that the budget includes service reductions and new revenue sources. She talked
about the effects of the economic downturn, debt, and revenues which are down.
She explained her new revenue sources and some changes to existing policies.
Overview of Budget Document. The preliminary budget was distributed and
CAO Hodgson outlined the major revenue and expenditure changes from the 2012
budget, and the program changes and reductions. He then answered questions
from Council members and agreed to provide particular information they requested.
Budget Workshop Calendar. Council President Higgins announced further
budget workshops on October 9, 13, and 23.
Regional Committee Assignments. Higgins asked Council members to co-
ordinate their regional committee assignment preferences with him and then
provide them to the Council assistant.
Albertson pointed out that time is of the essence and a decision must be made soon
in regard to the Sound Transit route between Des Moines and Federal Way.
The meeting adjourned at 6:25 p.m.
Brenda Jacober, CIVIC
City Clerk
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