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DATE: OCTOBER 1, 2009
MEETING DATE: 1015109
ITEM NO: 2 -
TO: MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL
FROM: GREG LARSON, TOWN MANAGER
SUBJECT: ACCEPT FISCAL YEAR 2008-09 ANNUAL REPORT
RECOMMENDATION:
Accept Fiscal Year 2008-09 Annual Report.
BACKGROUND:
Town Code requires the Town Manager to submit to the Town Council a report on the finances and
administrative activities of the Town at the end of the fiscal year. Detailed information on the
Town's finances for last fiscal year will be provided in the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report
(CAFR) presented to Council in early 2010.
Prior to Fiscal Year 2002-03, staff provided a report to Council regarding activities and
accomplishments in memorandum form. Beginning in Fiscal Year 2002-03, the annual report has
been produced in newsletter format and delivered to Los Gatos households.
DISCUSSION:
Attached is a copy of the annual report for Fiscal Year 2008-09. The newsletter version will be
mailed all Los Gatos addresses the week of October 12. Additional copies of the Annual Report will
be available for distribution throughout the year.
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT:
Is not a project defined under CEQA, and no further action is required.
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MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL
SUBJECT: ACCEPT FISCAL YEAR 2008-09 ANNUAL REPORT
SEPTEMBER 1, 2009
FISCAL IMPACT:
Funds for producing the incremental cost for printing the Fiscal Year 2008-09 Annual Report are
available in the Town Manager's budget.
Attachment:
Fiscal Year 2008-09 Annual Report
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TOWN OF LOS GATOS
We are pleased to present the Town of Los Gatos
Fiscal Year 2008109 Annual Report. It covers the
period from July 2008 through June 2009, and
highlights the activities and accomplishments
of the Town organization in delivering services to
this special community.
This past year has been a challenging one given
the severe economic recession affecting the
nation, state, and region. Los Gatos is not immune
to these economic trends. With sales and property
taxes being the largest source of Town revenue,
the decline in retail sales and property values
has reduced the resources available to pay for
Town services. In addition, the State of California
has continued to look to local governments for
revenue to balance its budget.
In spite of the economic downturn, the Town has
continued to deliver a wide variety of services to
residents and businesses. Inside this report you'll
read about extra efforts we have taken to boost
local business activity. You'll also read about two
very important special projects -the new police
operations building and the new library - which
are moving along thanks to the capital funding that
has already been appropriated for these projects.
We invite you to read on to learn more about
these projects and the many other Town activities
over the past year.
- Greg Larson, Town Manager
ManagerCa'LosGatosCA.gov
FY 2008/2009
New Community Buildings
On The Way
It is both rare and exciting for new public facilities to be built. The
Neighborhood Center was the last Town facility to be built in Los Gatos -
and that was in 1980! Over the past year, Los Gatos was
fortunate to see two new public buildings in either the Town council
planning or the construction phase. Mike Wasserman
First to be underway was the new Police Operations Building
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on Los Gatos Boulevard. Inside this report
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more about the renovations and additions that turned this
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former Verizon facility into a 12,000 square foot operations
center for the Police Department. In last year's annual report,
Steve Rice
we announced the purchase of the facility. This year, we're Barbara Spector
pleased to announce the opening of the operations center
scheduled for shortly after this annual report arrives in your mailbox.
The second public building is the new Los Gatos Library. The article "Once in
a Generation" describes the progress in designing the new 30,000 square foot
library, which will be an environmentally "green" building as well as offering
adequate space for a wide range of library services. The conceptual design for
the library was completed last year, and groundbreaking will occur next summer.
Designing and building public facilities is a complex endeavor, requiring the
expertise of many internal staff, outside consultants, and contractors. In
addition, the public always has a number of opportunities to provide input.
Town staff in many departments took on the responsibility for making these
buildings a reality for the community, while continuing to provide the day-to-
day services Los Gatans enjoy.
You will read more about these new facilities, other Town activities, and
what's on the horizon for the current fiscal year in this Town of Los Gatos
Fiscal Year 2008109 Annual Report. As always, we welcome your feedback
and ideas.
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Town of Los Gatos Annual Report
Fiscal Year 2008/2009
Once in a Generation Library
In last year's annual report, we announced the launching of
planning for a new library. The Town's current library dates from
the 1960s and has been well-used by children, teens, seniors,
and the general public for nearly 50 years. Now, the community
is poised to enjoy a 21st century library that will last another
generation.
Over the past year, Noll & Tam, the Town's architects for this
project, worked with the Library staff, library patrons, Town
Council members, and the public to design a library that will
function well and will complement the Civic Center complex.
The conceptual plans for the site, interior and exterior design,
and floor layouts were presented in several public meetings.
As to function, the two-story library will have a large children's
area on the first floor, along with new book displays and a coffee
cart. An elegant staircase will lead to a light-filled second
floor housing fiction, non-fiction, reference, a history room, a
technology room, study rooms, and a teen area.
The primary design goal is for the new library to be warm
and inviting while fitting in well with the existing Civic Center
buildings. To complement Town Hall and the Neighborhood
Center, the exterior of the new library will be a combination of
porcelain tile and wood. With its variation in color, the tile will
have the appearance of natural stone without the maintenance
challenges stone presents. The color of the wood will be in the
same family as the red brick Town Hall. The wood features also
reflect the library's location adjacent to Pageant Park and amid
the many heritage trees in the Civic Center area.
A key feature of the new library is that it will be an
environmentally "green" building. It will achieve at least
LEED Silver certification, and may achieve LEED gold. LEED
certification is an internationally recognized green building
certification system developed by the U.S. Green Building
Council. The Town and its consultants are exploring every cost-
effective opportunity to incorporate energy-saving materials
and systems in the building. In addition, the building will have a
number of visible environmental elements to educate the public,
and particularly children, about sustainability.
From the outside to inside, the new library will be one that
current and future generations of Los Gatans can be very
proud of! During the next year, the library project will undergo
environmental review, followed by Planning Commission and
Town Council review. Watch the agendas for these two bodies,
available on the Town's website, to see when the project will
come before them in public meetings -most likely in late
fall or winter. Then, watch local newspapers and the Town
website for an announcement about ground breaking for
the new Library, currently planned for June or July of 2010.
Construction will take approximately 18 months, with the
grand opening of the new facility targeted for late 2011.
New Local History Database
Early in 2003, the Library began a local history project, organizing
and cataloging existing library materials of an historic nature,
some dating to the 19th century. The community was invited to
submit photographs from their own personal collections, and the
response was nearly overwhelming.
The Library was soon joined in its preservation efforts by
The Museums of Los Gatos. Both institutions wish to preserve
and make accessible materials that document the fascinating
history of Los Gatos.
Just completed this year is a database, available at
HistoryLosGatos.org. This online database is a digital library
which contains nearly 6,000 images, including photographs,
maps, letters, death records, meeting minutes, programs, and
newspaper articles. Users can browse images in the database
or use the keyword search box to find any term or subject of
interest. A clickable map of historic Los Gatos homes, with
linked photos and information about the structures, is a popular
feature. The Los Gatos Union School District contributed class
photographs covering the years 1936-1957; if you attended school
in Los Gatos during those years, you can enter your name in the
search box and see your class photo!
Well over 100 local individuals and 30 companies, organizations,
clubs, and associations have contributed funding, equipment,
time, and historic images to the project. About 30 families
generously allowed digitization of their collections, most
covering several generations.
Library Programs for Children
The past year was a busy one in the Children's Room of the
Los Gatos Library. Record numbers of parents, caregivers,
and children attended programs, checked out materials, and
enjoyed their time browsing the shelves and reading together.
With nearly 41,000 children's items available for borrowing
and approximately 30 programs hosted each month, there was
something for every childhood age.
Each week, the Library held four storytimes for children aged
0 to 5 years. Storytimes encourage reading, listening, and
participation skills. This past year was the first for the new Baby
Storytime, serving children up to 12 months old.
During the year, community alliances, volunteers, and grant
funding from the Friends of the Los Gatos Library provided
many enriching programs, including the following:
m Students from the Los Gatos High School Japanese Honors
Society taught origami.
m Los Gatos-Saratoga Community Education and Recreation
provided samples of their classes.
® Canine Companions for Independence brought guide dogs
and puppies-in-training for children to meet.
® Volunteers donated their time to teach knitting, assist with
crafts, help with homework, and lead monthly Spanish
storytimes.
Thanks to generous donations from the Friends of the library,
the Library also hosted many talented performers including
Emmy Award winning storyteller Diane Ferlatte, the Fratello
Marionettes, Charles the Clown, Daffy Dave, Andy Z., Tim Cain,
Cotton Candy Express, Drummm, and Happy Birds.
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Baby Storytime on Friday mornings.
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Planning for Recreation Facilities
Last year, the Town Council strategically decided to sell a small piece of Town-owned property located in the middle of Vasona Lake
County Park to Santa Clara County, which owns and manages Vasona Park. The proceeds from the sale were set aside specifically for the
expansion of Town recreation facilities and sports fields. The Town is working to expand the existing supply of recreation facilities and
sports fields using these funds. Over the last six months, the Town has made strides to explore every feasible alternative to accomplish
this goal, including discussing the possibility of forming partnerships with school districts to improve their athletic fields, evaluating
surplus Caltrans property that could be improved for recreation purposes, and evaluating other possibilities for facilities on private
property. Acquisition of land for a new sports facility is now underway.
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In January 2009, the Town launched a user-friendly and convenient Online Parks Reservation Program. This program allows residents
to reserve picnic areas as well as other park facilities that require special use permits. Residents can pay for facilities online, get
real-time verification of facility space available, view maps and detailed facility reservation requirements, and make secure payment
transactions using their credit or debit card from any computer 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
As of August, the Town had received over 700 online reservation requests and completed over 450 reservations with this new program.
The online program has helped the Town to track reservations and special use permits more effectively, resulting in enhanced customer
service, and greater efficiency and organizational productivity. To access the online reservation program, go to
www.LosGatosCA.gov and click on "Park Reservations."
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Los Gatos is a truly special place and residents want to protect
their community from the increasing development pressures of
the region. Accordingly, the Town evaluates all proposed new
planning permits in light of their overall community benefit.
The Town's General Plan guides Town staff and decision
makers in this process and discusses issues such as scale
of development, historic preservation, density and intensity,
population growth, congestion, open space, views of the hills,
the type of businesses located in town, protection of the
various neighborhoods, and community design. This year, a
number of noteworthy projects were approved. Below are brief
descriptions of each:
15400 Los Gatos Boulevard
In June 2009, the Town approved a Planned Development application
to construct a 40,000 square foot, two story mixed use commercial
building that will contain retail, office space, and at least one
restaurant. The project is located at the southeast corner of the
Los Gatos Boulevard and Gateway Drive intersection, at the former
McHugh Mercury dealership. The architectural style of the structure
will be Mediterranean, with plaster walls and a tile roof.
Los Gatos Shopping Center
In March 2008, the Town approved an Architecture and Site
application to upgrade the facade of the existing building,
improve the existing parking lot, and provide other site
improvements at the Los Gatos Shopping Center. The Los Gatos
Shopping Center is located on the east side of North Santa Cruz
Avenue, north of Highway 9. Construction began in July 2009, and
is nearing completion.
Thrash House Residential Development
The Town Council approved a 19-unit residential Planned
Development in May 2009. Site of the former Emmanuel
Convalescent Hospital, the 2.6 acre property is located on the
southwest corner of Los Gatos Boulevard and Caldwell Avenue.
Santa Clara Development Co. will be renovating and expanding
the historic Thrash House and constructing 18 new single-family
homes. Two of the new homes will be affordable Below Market
Price (BMP) units.
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Business Vitality
In 2008/2009, the economic climate was challenging and
Los Gatos was not immune to its impacts. Research and
development (R&D) parks saw occupancy rates decline as did
all neighborhood commercial centers, particularly Los Gatos
Boulevard with the loss of two more auto dealers. In comparison
with neighboring communities, Downtown continues to maintain
a high occupancy rate. Although there are more vacancies than
there have been in recent years, new businesses continue to
open and show interest in the Downtown's beautiful setting and
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unique character. Support your community by shopping local and
visiting these new Downtown establishments:
Is Bath Etc. (opening soon!)
Is Optique America
Is Possum Creative
Is Palapa's Lounge
in Happy Yogurt
Beachwear
in Heidi's Clothing
® She She Shoes
in J.Crew
® Sierra Toy Soldier
In Nothing Bundt Cakes
in That's So Cute
In Opa!
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Green Initiatives
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During the year, the Town completed several infrastructure projects that helped to
Pollard Road Lighted Crosswalk System
enhance safety in the community. The projects are described in more detail below:
This project installed a lighted crosswalk and median island on Pollard Road across from
Jack Fisher Park. This was a joint project between the Town and the City of Campbell.
University Avenue Resurfacing
Staff from both municipalities worked towards successful completion of this project
This project included the successful repair and resurfacing of University Avenue from
during the spring and summer of 2009.
Mullen Avenue to Main Street during the summer of 2008. Due to its location and
sensitivity to downtown merchant needs, this work was performed in only one day and with
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA)
minimal inconvenience to the public and adjacent businesses. This project was the last
funded project
component of the downtown street resurfacing project that was initiated four years ago.
The federal American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) was signed into law
in February 2009. From the initial round of funding, the Town received $529,000 to be used
University Avenue Retaining Wall Project
for improvements to the University Avenue/Blossom Hill Road intersection.
This project replaced two sections of failed retaining wall along University Avenue
near the Vasona Lake Dam. These walls are a critical element in the stabilization of the
embankment above University Avenue. This project was completed in the spring of 2009.
This project will replace the old and outdated traffic signal with a more functional traffic
signal system. In addition, there will be dedicated left turn lanes to improve the operation
of the signal. Sidewalks will be built along University Avenue adjacent to Oak Meadow Park
to fill in missing sections of existing sidewalks and provide safe access for pedestrians.
There will also be pavement repairs and storm drainage improvements. The intersection
will then be resurfaced and restriped for standard bike lanes.
011 the H~ Horizon
2010 Census
April 1, 2010 is Census Day! The U.S. Constitution requires a national census once every 10 years. The census counts every resident in
the country, including citizens and non-citizens. On August 3, 2009, the Mayor proclaimed the Town a 2010 Census partner, committed
to supporting the U.S. Census Bureau in obtaining a complete count. To encourage a complete count, Town and Census staff will work
together over the next months, providing outreach to the community. There will be volunteer opportunities for local residents to help
with the census efforts. Volunteer opportunities will be posted on the Community Unity website, www.LosGatosCA.gov/cu.
General Plan Update
In October 2008, the Town initiated an update to the 2000 General Plan. The General Plan is the principal policy and planning document
guiding the development and conservation of Los Gatos. The update provides an opportunity to refine the existing plan and to
incorporate new goals and policies in the four focus areas: recreation, seniors, youth, and sustainability. A draft updated General Plan is
scheduled to be released by early 2010 and the final plan and environmental impact report adopted in July 2010.
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New Police Operations Building
To address critical operational space needs, the Town purchased
the former Verizon building at 15900 Los Gatos Boulevard to
use as a police services building. A groundbreaking was held in
January 2009. The project includes renovations to the existing
9,020 square foot building and an addition of 3,240 square feet.
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space, including an enclosed drive-in prisoner sally port at the
rear of the building. The sally port will be the entrance to a
secure suspect processing center. The processing center will
allow officers to fingerprint, photograph, and interview multiple
suspects in a first class facility that is separate and secure from
the rest of the building. The building will also provide additional
space for report writing, interviews, investigations, and the
processing and storage of evidence. A functional briefing room
will provide a place for training and prepare officers to begin their
shift. The state of the art briefing room will also be used as an
emergency operations center in the event of an emergency.
The formal ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Police
Operations building is planned for October 26 at 11:00 am. The
public is invited to visit the new facility during an open house
scheduled for November 21. Members of the Police Department
will be present to answer questions and provide personal tours
through the facility.
The new facility will become the new home for patrol,
investigations, property and evidence, and emergency
preparedness operations. The Police Department will continue to
be headquartered at the Civic Center, the point of contact for the
Chief of Police and the Support Services Captain. The Civic Center
location will remain home to communications, records, parking
control, and other administrative services. All public services
such as obtaining a copy of a police report, signing of a citation
received for a vehicle infraction, contesting of a parking ticket,
and filing of a police report will continue to take place at the Civic
Center location.
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Fiscal Year 2008/2009
Police Department Receives National
and State Recognition
During this last year, the Police Department continued its commitment to excellence and was recognized for its efforts on both a state
and national level.
Medal of Valor
Police Officers Bryan Paul and Joe Romeo were recently awarded
with the Governor's Public Safety Officer Medal of Valor for their
_ part in rescuing two local residents who had driven off the road.
The vehicle was resting 100 feet from the bottom of a steep ravine
as both officers scaled down the side of the hill to assist Both
officers acted quickly and without regard to their own safety, thus
showing their professionalism and commitment to the community
they serve.
Investigative Excellence Award
Police Department staff were recognized on two different
occasions for their investigative work associated with the
shooting death of Mark Achilli in March of 2008. Captain Alarm
Forrest, Sergeant Matt Frisby, Sergeant Michael D'Antonio, and
Corporal Clinton Tada were awarded the 2009 Robert Presley Institute of Criminal Investigation's Investigative Excellence Award by the
California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training, and were finalists in the International Association of Chiefs of Police's
International Excellence in Community Policing award. Both are highly coveted and respected awards and hundreds of submissions
were rigorously evaluated by criminal investigation experts throughout the country.
Budget Recognition and Awards
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Community Recognition Awards
Every year the Town Council recognizes individuals, businesses, and organizations which touch the community in an extraordinary way.
This year, the Town recognized the following for their outstanding community contributions and achievements:
• Andrew Fanelli, All-Pro Tae Kwon Do
• Brandi Roenick, National Junior
Dressage Champion
• Coach Cattolico and the LGHS
Football Team
• Community Against Substance Abuse
• Fisher Middle School French Students
• Kendra Burch, Historic Preservation
Committee
• Kirsten Ashleigh Cook and Kaitlyn
Loren Cook, Safe Routes to Schools
• Kiwanis Club
• LGHS Girls' Field Hockey
• LGHS Relay Swimmers
• LGHS Singers, Jazz Purr
• Lions Club
• Los Gatos Bicycle Racing Club
• Los Gatos Fire House Personnel,
Santa Clara County Fire Department
• Los Gatos Rowing Club
• Music in the Park Committee
• Pascagoula Day Participants
• Los Gatos Rotary
• Morning Rotary
• Students to Students @ LGHS
Team Leaders
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Downtown Los Gatos
In June 2009, The MercuryNems published its "Best of Silicon Valley 2009-Readers' Choice Awards." Every year since 2002, the
newspaper has polled its readers to identify icons of excellence. For the fourth year in a row, Downtown Los Gatos was voted as Best
Downtown Shopping and the Los Gatos Creek Trail received several "Best of" awards, including Best Trail, Best Place to Walk Your Dog,
Best Mountain Biking, and Best Place to Jog. Many local businesses were also recognized.
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Fiscal Year 2008/2009
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Fiscal P91 Pffirs~ective
A Fiscal Perspective for FY 2009/10
On June 1, 2009, the Town Council adopted the FY 2009/10 Operating, Capital, and Redevelopment Agency budgets for the Town. These
budgets establish basic spending policies, operational work plans, and service levels for the community.
Based on sound fiscal and budgeting practices which incorporate a five-year financial forecast, the Town's Operating Budget establishes
funding levels for ongoing services and community programs during the fiscal year. The Capital Budget is a comprehensive five-year
plan for the construction, improvement, and/or rehabilitation of Town infrastructure. The Redevelopment Agency budget identifies and
funds redevelopment infrastructure projects and economic vitality programs in the downtown area.
The economic downturn continues to take its toll on local households, businesses, and non-profit organizations. Los Gatos, like other
communities, has not been immune from these challenges. Shopping, traveling, real estate, and building activities have decreased,
lowering the amount of General Fund revenue the Town receives.
The Town's five-year financial plan projected a $2.5 to $3 million deficit for FY 2009/10. This shortfall, which represented 8% of the
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General Fund budget, was corrected through a variety of short and longterm budget strategies, including targeted hiring freezes, the
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elimination of vacant positions, service delivery reorganizations, andwork furloughs. Fewerstaffineans thatsomeservice levelswill
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be lower. Should the economic situation worsen, the Town has the ability to use designated reserves to maintain basic core services.
Despite the Town's past prudent planning, ongoing operating deficits are projected for future years.
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Another challenge facing Los Gatos and other California communities is the State of California budget situation. To balance its budget,
the State plans to borrow and take funds from local governments. This will have a fiscal impact on Los Gatos, resulting in the need to
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use reserves and consider further reductions to services.
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In anticipation of future budget gaps, the Town is actively exploring cost
sharing opportunities, service delivery options, and alternative revenue General Fund Sources
strategies. This will have a fiscal impact on Los Gatos, resulting in the need to FY 2009/2010
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use reserves and consider further reductions to services. ($32.5 Million)
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General Fund Sources
The General Fund supports basic Town operations and expenses. General
Fund sources include various tax revenues, such as property tax, sales tax,
Other sources ($4,000,000)
hotel occupancy tax, and business license tax, as well as interest earnings,
Town sewices ($2,400,000)
intergovernmental revenues, and fees charged for development services,
permits, and fines and forfeitures.
VLF eackfiu Property Tax ($2,300,000)
Los Gatos is heavily dependent upon local economy-based revenues, with
Licenses a Permits ($2,200,000)
the sales and use tax as the Town's primary revenue source. This revenue
has declined over the past year due to the slowing economy and loss of auto
Franchise Fees ($1,700,000)
dealers. Regardless of the level of sales tax revenue, it is important to note
that the Town receives only 1 cent of the 8.25 cents of sales tax per dollar
interest ($1,600,000)
of sales generated in the Town.
Transient O«u pa ncy Tax ($i,l00,000)
Property tax and vehicle license tax receipts are expected to remain flat
interg-ernn,entai ($800,000)
for FY 2009/10 and typically account for more than a quarter of the General
Fund revenues. For every $1 of property tax paid by property owners in Los
Fines & Forfeitures ($500,000)
Gatos, only 9.5 cents returns to the Town to pay for local services. Economically-
sensitive revenues like interest income and hotel occupancy tax are also
other sources ($soo,ooo)
anticipated to be lower than in previous years due to the economic downturn. 0 2 4 6 8
General Fund Uses General Fund Uses
FY 2009/2010
Most of the Town's services are supported by the General Fund, including police ($32.5 Million)
services, street and signal maintenance, park maintenance, and the library, as
well as building and development services which include planning, engineering,
and inspection services.
The chart to the right shows FY 2009/10 planned expenditures of $32.5 million
Operating expenses ($6,500,000)
by service area. However, with economic times still uncertain and the possibility
of State takeaways looming, adjustments may need to be made to the budget
internal service Charges ($3,400,000)
during the fiscal year.
Debt service ($900,000)
Future Outlook
Fund Transfers Out ($800,000)
While the five-year forecast projects budget deficits in future years, the Town is
Grants a awards ($200,000)
well positioned to deal with the challenges of economic hardships. Managing a
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loss of revenue in an environment of rising costs and infrastructure expenses
will be difficult. However, savings set aside for strategic use will help to smooth
fiscal impacts, allowing the Town's core services to remain intact. The Town Council will continue to place a high priority on improving
the Town's economic vitality, protecting revenues, and maintaining public safety, while the administration seeks out ways to balance
community needs with available resources.
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Town of Los Gatos Annual Report
Fiscal Year 2008/2009