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June 16, 2005 Page 3 Ward noted that this would be a discussion of the proposed budget, and the budget process is scheduled to conclude with the adoption of budgets for all funds on July 7, 2005. Lewanda provided handouts and relevant information. She said that Proposition 1A passed, and that in the final tally, the District's shift of property tax by the state was reduced from $2,337,000 to $741,000; the proposed 2005-2006 budget was developed using the $741,000 and the ongoing ERAF 1 shift of approximately $1,500,000 annually; property taxes represent approximately 70% of District revenue, and Recreation revenue approximately 22%; Parks and Planning and Recreation Divisions are each allocated approximately 40% of revenues; and currently there are limited funding sources for capital projects. She cautioned that the State continues to seek ways to enhance its revenues, including looking towards local government coffers. Friedl presented an overview of Parks and Planning Division budget issues including the mission, goals, challenges of aging District facilities, and proposed projects. He said that this year some of last year's deferred maintenance projects will be addressed, there are 47 proposed capital projects, graffiti has become a recurring costly problem, two replacement vehicles and a tractor are being proposed, and increased fuel prices impact the budget but rain has helped reduce water costs. Benton highlighted Recreation Division budget issues. She said that $3 million will be generated in activity fees this year, skateboard lessons/camps have generated approximately $25,000 in revenue, and a second instructor has been hired to accommodate the waiting list. She highlighted a few new or expanded projects and camps including Pet First Aid, Touch A Truck, Mighty Mite T -Ball, and homework and after school programs at Redwood, Sycamore, Sequoia, Manzanita and the Teen Center. She noted the Special Education District Advisory Council (SEDAC) Award of Merit to Cecilia Laufenberg for Outstanding Service to Special Children. Lewanda, Friedl and Benton thanked and commended staff members for their work and dedication. There being no one who wished to address the Board, Berger continued the Public Hearing to the next meeting.