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that staff begin the process for FY 2012 -13/FY 2013 -14, but begin providing projections and forecasting in this current budget as planned. 2. Discussion Regarding FY 2011 -12 Baseline Budget Assumptions Vesely stated that staff has begun the process for the 2011 -12 budget and has established the baseline budget as the starting point for budget discussions. Vesely reported that the non -labor budget has remained flat, and that staff is assuming no significant increases to key contracts. However, the Alameda County Fire contract costs will not be known until February. Vesely stated that labor - related costs have been increased only to reflect medical, dental, and Ca1PERS rates — with no assumed wage increases. A shortfall in the General Fund is still anticipated. . Regarding Ca1PERS retirement premiums. Mayor Cassidy verified the amount of the employee's share that is currently paid by the City and stated he would appreciate a meeting on Ca1PERS to further discuss. City Manager Hollister informed the Committee that Bartel Associates, LLC have been contracted to perform an actuarial of the Ca1PERS rates and will provide a report to Council. Mayor Cassidy suggested staff contact other agencies regarding sales tax assumptions. Mayor Cassidy also requested the balance amounts in all funds, including the amount of General Fund and Measure B funds allocated for roads. 3. Update Regarding the State Budget Vesely provided a synopsis of the Governor's proposed state budget and directed the Committee to the State of California Department of Finance's website for the entire document. Governor Brown has proposed many reductions to various programs to assist with the State's $24.5 billion deficit but one that will impact the City of San Leandro the most is the elimination of the Redevelopment Agency. Vesely stated that the legality of the proposed elimination is being reviewed by city attorneys across the state. Other programs that will impact the City of San Leandro would be the loss of State library funding. In addition to the reduction and/or elimination of programs, the Governor is also proposing a five -year extension of some taxes that would go before voters in June 2011. 4. Public Comments None 5. Committee Comments Councilmember Souza requested that the Finance Committee review the frequency of the meetings as it may conflict with other Committee meetings. Councilmember Gregory stated that he is in favor of the frequency of the meetings due to the economic difficulties that are being faced at this time. 6. Adjourn The meeting was adjourned at 9:35 a.m. 2