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Presentation Regarding Fire Assessment Municipal Service Benefit Unit Rates for FY 2026
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BRIEF OVERVIEW
Hernando County Fire Rescue and Emergency Services (HCFR) contracted with Raftelis Financial Consultants, Inc., to perform a comprehensive update of the County’s current Fire Assessment Municipal Service Benefit Unit (MSBU) rates. HCFR will be presenting those findings and request the Board give direction for any rate adjustments.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
MSBU rate adjustments would be recognized in the Fiscal Year 2026 budgets.
LEGAL NOTE
The Board has authority to act on this matter pursuant to Chapter 125, Florida Statutes.
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RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Board provide direction regarding assessment rates for FY 2026. If the Board directs staff to increase rates, a public hearing will be scheduled in June.