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Presentation Regarding Fire Assessment Municipal Service Benefit Unit Rates
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BRIEF OVERVIEW
In July 2023, the Board directed Hernando County Fire and Emergency Services (HCFES) to contract with a consulting company to perform a comprehensive update on the County’s current fire assessment Municipal Service Benefit Unit (MSBU) rates. Alfred Benesch and Company Consulting was hired and will be presenting their findings to the Board. HCFES will request the Board to give direction for any rate adjustments for fiscal year 2025 and if necessary, schedule a public hearing in June.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
The financial impact will affect funding for fire services for FY 2025 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 the Board provide direction on MSBU rates to be set for FY 2025 and, if necessary, to schedule a public hearing to adopt those rates in June 2024.