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Minutes - San Leandro City Council Meeting - September 21, 1992 Page - 11 - NEW BUSINESS (continued) were closed for 1991-92, sales tax revenue was $1 million less than the prior year, back to the 1987-88 level . He said revenue identified in the Alternate Financial Plan that was scheduled for implementation in 1993-94 will be accelerated to 1992-93 to generate $800,000 year via a franchise fee for the sewer treatment plant and property in lieu fees for the Marina, Golf Course, refuse service, and sewage treatment plant. He said this was reflected in the budget amendment. Council Member Faria said he intended to vote against the Resolution because of the sewer charges. Council Member Perry asked if Mr. Jermanis had heard anything about special districts. She heard that, unless the district is exactly contiguous to the City boundary, all those funds can be taken. Mr. Jermanis said that is his understanding. Mike Oliver said Alameda County indicates an additional $295,784 is at risk for Flood Control in San Leandro, as well as bridge maintenance and Mayors Formula funds, totaling $7 to $8 million for Alameda County. He said the City is also facing the loss of other funds through County trickle-down. Council Member Perry said she understands the County may impose other administrative fees, etc. Mr. Oliver said this is correct and described property-tax collection and jail booking fees. He said he proposes that a Citizens Task Force study three areas: the City's revenue sources; potential areas of City services now being provided that can be reduced or eliminated; and the cost of the City's investment in seismically retrofitting emergency and City facilities. He noted the City Council has received a report on seismic liabilities that are currently unfunded and said he will request action from the Council in the relatively near future. Council Member Faria asked if it was proposed to pick up one or two years in sewer charges. Mr. Jermanis said the proposal was for one year, 1992-93. Council Member Faria said he is concerned that charges on sewers will impact economic development in San Leandro. Mr. Oliver said the City is contracting with a professional service to evaluate fees, and the impact on industrial users will be a specific area of emphasis. He said before the City proposes revenue increases, staff always meets with the Chamber and Manufacturers' Association for their input. Mayor Karp noted the sewage treatment plant has a replacement fund, so 10%a is not necessarily accurate. He said we must obtain the facts. Council Member Perry asked if this budget amendment reflects the $1 .6 million only. She asked, if the Council does not adopt the sewer charge, would there be another amendment later in the year. Mr. Jermanis said yes, there would be no increase in the 1992-93 sewer rates; the rates would change in July 1993. I