Hillsborough County Public Schools Business
Action Item

DATE: Thursday, September 6, 2007
TO: School Board Members
FROM: MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent

SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS

Final Public Hearing on the Millage Rates and Budget for the 2007-2008 Fiscal Year (FY) (Business Division)
  1. Adopt the Final 2007-2008 Millage Rates as presented.
  2. Adopt the FY 2007-2008 Budget as presented.
  3. Approve the Resolution Adopting the Final Millage Rates and Budget.
  4. Approve the Policies and Procedures for Lottery Funds.
  5. Authorize staff to perform all tasks to ensure compliance with F. S. 200.065 (TRIM).

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

On July 31, 2007, the First Public Hearing was held to discuss and adopt the FY 2007-2008 proposed millage rates and tentative budget, as advertised in the Tampa Tribune on Saturday, July 28, 2007. In accordance with the Truth in Millage (TRIM) requirements, the Board must hold a final public hearing 65-80 days after the Property Appraiser certifies the tax roll to allow for any public discussion. The proposed millage rate for 2007-2008 is 7.5230 mills, the maximum rate allowed by law.

ANNUAL DISTRICT GOAL(S) AND CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTOR(S)

This action is required to comply with the Truth in Millage (TRIM) requirements of Section 200.065, Florida Statutes.

FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted: Yes)

The Final 2007-2008 Millage Rates and Budget will be established.

EVALUATION

SUBMITTED BY:

Susan Garcia
Manager of Services and Support, Budget
(813) 272-4064
Gretchen Saunders
Chief Business Officer
(813) 272-4270
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