The Board of Directors of the Lower Brushy Creek WCID will hold a public hearing 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 10 to discuss the FY 2021 budget and tax rate.
Due to Covid-19 health, gathering and safety concerns, the meeting will be held via Zoom video teleconference. The public is welcome to join the meeting.
To view, listen and/or participate in the meeting, you may log in here. Meeting ID: 837 8891 6755 Passcode: 258254
To listen and/or participate in the meeting, you may also dial in at either of the following numbers: +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) Meeting ID:837 8891 6755 Passcode: 258254
District staff has recommended a 2-cents per $100 valuation tax rate to support the FY21 budget.
Over all income to the district is projected to be $2.77 million, which is $594,754 less than the previous year, a drop of more than 18%.
The total income for FY 21 includes:
• $465,000 in anticipated tax revenues, $25,545 more than the previous year, largely due to new construction within the WCID.
• $2,307,900 in grants from the Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board.
• $1,800 in interest income.
Overall expenses are projected to be $2,738,300 which is $623,135 or 19.21% less than last years approved budget.
The agenda for Monday’s meeting, along with the proposed budget, can be found here.