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Santos requested that the poll also include the public's opinion on supporting a Hospital Tax and Councilmember Gregory would like to also ask about Library Assessment Districts. Public Comment Charles Gilcrest stated that when polling the public on the support of a Hospital Tax, the poll should go beyond the citizens of San Leandro as people from other cities also utilize the services provided. Mr. Gilcrest also stated that the failure of the Public Safety Parcel Tax in the prior election was due to the overwhelming bond measures. 4. Update on General Fund Revenue and Expenditures for FY 2008-09 Interim Finance Director Carter provided a brief update of the revenues and expenses for fiscal year 2008-09. The shortfall is predicted to be $8 million. Utility User Tax (UUT) and the 911 Tax have declined. This is due to the decrease of the Telecommunications part of the UUT from 6% to 5.7% and the estimate of the 911 Fee short fall was underestimated. However, the 911 Tax for 2009-10 has been restated and will provide another $1 million above the ending balance. The City continues to save in salaries and benefits as well as supplies and service expenses. Mayor Santos inquired where the City might find $1.8 million that the State may take away. Carter stated the first thing would be to look at expenses of the City and possibly borrow from other funds. Councilmember Prola inquired when the State does pay the City back the $1.8 million, does the State have to pay it back with interest. Hollister explained that the State can only take the mandated 10% from the City and must pay back within 3 years plus interest. If the State fails to reimburse the City within 3 years, then the State will no longer be able to borrow funds from the City of San Leandro. Public Comment None 5. Committee Member Comments None 6. Public Comments None 7. Adjourn The meeting was adjourned at 5:10 p.m.