Public Information (General Fund)
FY2023-24 Adopted Budget
Department Purpose:
The Public Information Department provides information to the general public and media, and serves as a resource to the community. The Public Information Department also works with City departments regarding news releases, special events, website content and development, professional graphic design services, videos and other informational materials about City government.
Department Mission:
We are committed to working with the Community by providing timely and accessible City information using all relevant communication technologies to empower citizens and staff to participate in open and transparent government.
FY 2023-24 Budget Highlights:
Over the last decade, telecommunication companies have been shifting the base of revenue from cell phone usage to data usage. This decline of the gross receipts tax (license tax) on telecommunication companies has been significant over the past 11 years, resulting in loss of revenue in the general fund of $2 million during this time.
In addition, the Wayfair legislation, eliminates one-half of the rate (2.5% of the 5% total cable franchise fee rate) over a five-year period beginning in August 2023, further eroding the municipal revenue stream. As a result, in FY2024 the General Fund will absorb the six positions in the Public Information Office originally funded by the cable franchise fee since the fee is being reduced by one-half over the five-year period.
The net cost to the general fund after moving the revenues and all on-going operating expenditures from the Telecable fund is approx. $300,000.
Added $50,000 of on-going funding in operating supplies and services for continuation of SGF Neighborhood News, armed security guard service, and professional development.
Added $100,000 of one-time funding in operating supplies and services for event promotions.
Added $4,518 of on-going funding in supplies and services for liability insurance and consumer price index adjustment.
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