City of Glenn Heights Budget in Brief FY 2014-2015 City of Glenn Heights Council 2014-2015 Mayor Leon Tate Mayor Pro Tem Tony Bradley Message from the Mayor Arleen Payne, Place 1 Kathy Dixon, Place 3 Dear Citizens of Glenn Heights, Michael Jones, Place 4 Elizabeth Cox, Place 5 Glenn George, Place 6 On behalf of the Glenn Heights’ City Council, I invite you to read the “Budget in Brief “ which summarizes information and services to our residents for fiscal year 2014-2015. This year ‘s budget focuses on addressing infrastructure needs including street improvements and water meter replacements. The City is committed to providing recreational activities for citizens. Mission Statement “To serve the public interest, advance the quality of life for all citizens and to preserve our small town atmosphere by embracing diversity and family values.” The City of Glenn Heights’ financial state has remained healthy and City Council has unanimously approved the 2014-2015 budget for a total of $11.6 million with a property tax rate of $0.795000 and an increase of $1,520,791 over last year’s budget . Property tax rate has remained the same for the past four years and there will be no increase in water or sewer rates during the 2014-2015 fiscal year. Five Principle Pillars Financial Statistics Fiscal Year 2014-2015 Total Budget Budget Development $11.6 Million Number of Employees Full-time 68 Part-time 16 Utility Rate Charges for Average Usage of 6,000 Gallons Water 26.05 Sewer 56.42 Sanitation 13.54 Drainage Fee 5.08 Sales Tax 1.12 Total Monthly Cost $102.21 Dallas County Residents Ellis County Residents Tax Rates Tax Rates .243100 Ellis County .413599 Glenn Heights .795000 Glenn Heights .795000 Desoto ISD 1.470000 Red Oak ISD 1.540000 Parkland Hospital .286000 DC College District .124775 School Equalization .010000 $2.928875 Total Service Delivery Community Connection Sustainability of Infrastructure Dallas County Total Commitment to Excellence $2.748599 Financial Stewardship Sources of Revenue—All Funds Expenditures by Department 27% Property Tax 1% 11% 3% 5% Debt Service 3% 1% 1% 10% 1% 1% 1% 45% 49% Utility Fees 18% Charges for Services 19% 1% Special Revenue Funds 3% City Council 1% Administration 3% City Manager 3% City Secretary 1% Human Resources 1% Finance 1% Municipal Court 1% Fire 10% Police 19% Streets 11% Planning 1% Parks & Recreation 3% Public Works 45% Utility Fees Water/Sewer and Drainage Fees Property Tax Ad Valorem Taxes Charges for Services Charges from General Fund—Franchise Fees, Sales Tax, Permitting, Recreation, Court fines, Interest and Miscellaneous Special Revenue Funds Municipal Court Technology and Security, 911 Fees and Grants Debt Service Current and Delinquent Ad Valorem Tax, Penalties and Interest HERITAGE COMMUNITY PARK √ Litter Crew - added two part-time positions to pickup lit- ter on main thoroughfares ► Replacing wooden bridge √ Spring Clean-up in April ► Paint pavilion √ Convenience Station at Public Works ► New basketball court  1st Saturday of every month drop off trash debris, and brush, open 9 am to noon  Every Monday from 9 am to 11 am, except Holidays drop off trash, debris and brush  Residential trash pickup once a week  Wednesdays -Residential recycling citywide √ Household Hazardous Waste Event—one event per year GATEWAY ESTATES PARK ► Water fountain ► Four concrete pads and picnic tables ► Small pavilion with tables ► Electrical panel ► Improvements to South Hampton Road ►Quarterly “Chat with Chief” Forum ► Police Advisory Board ► Citizens Police Academy ► Fire Prevention Education ► Citizens Emergency Response Training (CERT) ► Traffic Accident Reduction from Ellis County line to FM 664 ► Improvements to South Uhl Road from Ellis County line to FM 664 ► Repair of Hampton Road north of Bear Creek to northern city limits ► Repair of Bear Creek Road