$80 Million Bond Spending Deadline
Summary
Deputy Mayor Gilbert revealed the city must spend 80% of its $80 million in bond proceeds within three years or face penalties. Staff confirmed fire stations are under construction and police phase 1 is on the August 20 agenda; the finance advisor warns dropping Hopkins Park would strain the 1% surcharge.
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Last discussed Aug 6, 2026.
Impact analysis
Penalties for unspent bond proceeds; dropping Hopkins Park could push $3.65M of debt service onto the 1% surcharge.
Residents who get the bonded public-safety and park projects delivered on schedule.
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