The the Oro Valley Town Council approved a budget expenditure limit of approximately $111 million last night, which is about $3 million more than last year's limit. Council directed Town Manager Jacobs to add four police department positions to the budget. Since total spending is now capped, Jacobs will need to shift spending from other areas to accommodate this.
In other actions last night...
Council approves increase in home density in Town Center
The council approved re-padding the southern portion of the town center. The decision increases potential home density and will likely accelerate the development of the property. According to the developer, the property now "matches market demand". Entry to the property will be at the traffc light at Oracle Road and Pusch View Lane.
Council raises water cost
The council approved an increase in water rates. The increase is 11% on the base connection rate. It's about $30 per year for 85% of Oro Valley's residents. Water Director Peter Abraham stated that the department will seek a rate increase every year.
All three of these measures were approve 7-0 by council.
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