Scott R. Kennedy

Fire Protection Assessment Fee Increase

Generates approximately $14 million in non-ad valorem revenue dedicated exclusively to fire protection services, resulting in a residential rate of $383.90 per equivalent dwelling unit.

Red Light Camera Enforcement and Citation Hearings

Drivers facing citations could owe fines if the citations are upheld at hearing.

Code Compliance and Property Maintenance Hearings

Potential fines and compliance costs for property owners with active violations.

Fire Department Advisory Operations & Community Outreach

Funded from the approved current fiscal year and retiree breakfast budget, so no new spending.

Code Enforcement Modernization and Fine Increases

Generates increased fine revenue for the newly established code enforcement recovery fund.

611 N. Lakewood Avenue demolition dispute

The property owner says he can pay $51,352.20 owed to the city.

School Zone Speed Enforcement Program

Contested citations could mean fines paid — or waived — depending on each hearing's outcome.

Cybersecurity support program for the retirement fund

Cybersecurity services carry contract costs for the fund, not yet specified.

Hazardous Tree Abatement Near Schools

FY 2026-27 Fire Protection Assessment Adjustments

Establishes a residential fire assessment fee of $383.90 for FY 2027, generating over $14 million in revenue dedicated entirely to fire protection services.

Blighted and Unmaintained Properties

Property owners face daily fines of $100 to $250 if they fail to comply with board orders.

Fire Services Assessment Fee Revision & Tax Reform Pressures

Would generate an additional $3.5 million in revenue, setting a single-family flat fee of $341.24.

EMS Enterprise Fund Restructuring

Generates an estimated $3.7 million in annual EMS revenue against $2.6 million in operational costs, creating an initial operational buffer.

Police Department Community Outreach and Event Planning

A $1,000 allocation from the advisory council's budget.

WOKB Radio Station Event Noise Complaints

fire service assessment fee

Homeowners could face an extra charge of up to $597 tacked onto their property tax bill every single year.

Public Restroom and Hygiene Ordinance

Negligible administrative costs associated with signage and enforcement.

Residential Code Enforcement and Foreclosure Policy Overhaul

The city expects to recover administrative and legal costs through fine collections and property settlements, which have already brought in $28,000 under a recent lien reduction program.

Fire Prevention and Lithium-Ion Battery Safety

Funded through the established department budget.

Student Mental Health and Youth Support

Program relies on board coordination and potential resource allocations.