Mid-cape towns receive big settlement Nov 7, 2008
The funds] are intended to be used for water division capital improvement projects. We ve got a new water tower we ve got to build and we ve got major pipe replacement proposed. (Yarmouth Register, MA)
Five compete for rare, open mayor's seat in Newton Nov 6, 2008
He said he would also review the police, fire and public works staffing "to provide the level of services taxpayers need," and create a capital improvement plan to take better care of the city's buildings. The longtime chairman of the Board of Aldermen's Finance Committee says the city is in better financial shape than the state or nation, but will need to find new sources of revenue, such as by encouraging new growth and public-private partnerships. (Boston Globe)
School budgets, new facilities debated by commissioners Nov 5, 2008
Of particular interest was an Educational Facilities Capital Improvement Plan that called for replacing Manning Elementary School in RRGSD and Weldon High School the two schools being argued over now ... Bracey then cited a Halifax County Educational Facilities Capital Improvement Planning Committee report from July 18, 2007 that was put together by representatives from the three school districts, Halifax Community College and the Halifax County management team. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Regents give formal approval for Biobased Industry Center Oct 31, 2008
The regents approved both capital improvement business transactions. Audit and finance Madden reported to the regents on behalf of the audit and finance committee. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Highway bond resolution fails, 3-2 Oct 31, 2008
Councilman Dave Watson said last year the following amounts were budgeted for capital improvements: $140,000 from state aid, $400,000 from federal aid and $225,000 as borrowed funds, giving a total of $765,000. He said that the expense line for these capital improvements reflects a total amount to be expended of $625,000, leaving $140,000 as budgeted for general expenses ... He asked if the money to be borrowed could be used for anything besides capital improvements. (Pawling News Chronicle, NY)
Letters to the editor Oct 31, 2008
According to the capital improvement plan, the only existing projects (Library, RESCO, Senior Center) to be retired in 2007-2010 amount to $316,593, not $1 million. 3. (Beverly Citizen, MA)
More of this story Oct 31, 2008
This budget season, the council allocated 325,000 from the general fund to cover part of that expense along with 144,000 from the capital improvement program to help pay for the rolling trash and recycling bins. The council also initiated the 50 fee to generate additional revenue and keep better track of who is using the program properly and which households are using it only to get rid of recyclables and yard waste. (Newport Daily News, RI)
Teachers seek settlement of contract Oct 30, 2008
Technology Director Woody Conrad told the committee that $25,000 in capital improvement money was utilized to purchase a video security system for the junior/senior high school. There are 17 cameras in the school that record continuously. (Holbrook Sun, MA)
Special Town Meeting: moves ahead with Needham Town Hall renovation Oct 30, 2008
Article 8: Appropriate $46,273 to the Capital Improvement Fund. Article 3, which would fund a collective bargaining agreement between the town and its Public Facilities employees, was withdrawn since an agreement had not yet been reached. (Needham Tab, MA)
Letters to the Editor (Oct. 30) Oct 30, 2008
This project has been on Needham s capital improvement plan since 2000, but we were never able to get state money of same until Scott Brown became our senator. Scott Brown has committed valuable time to know the important mission of our very own Charles River Association for Retarded Citizens, including new funding for its operation. (Needham Tab, MA)
Ward I Alderman Appointed at Monday's Full Council meeting Oct 30, 2008
Dismuke said the old budget had a lack of completed capital improvement projects in it. The new budget has significantly more with the wastewater and sanitation projects and the purchase of a fire truck. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Montgomery County ends private partnership for Silver Place Oct 30, 2008
The Department of Parks will request headquarters funding from the county council as part of the Capital Improvement Program. Berton said the commission is in the process of reviewing design details that will affect the construction cost, so the amount of funding is to be determined. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Term limit shake-up Oct 29, 2008
That includes helping communities get their share of state money for capital improvement and road projects, promoting key efforts such as growth of the Rickenbacker International Airport area and tracking policy issues that can help or hinder economic development in the region. This has been a pretty effective delegation, Tugend said. (Columbus Business First, OH)
Art lovers, can you spare $10M? Oct 29, 2008
Lot X had been city property deeded to the museum to use as it saw fit, but the nonprofit relinquished its rights to the property in return for $15 million, which came out of Sacramento capital improvement bond monies, said Tom Zeidner, project manager with Economic Development. The city had high hopes for a windfall from selling Lot X, which it put on the market last year. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
Miller Park's makeover continues Oct 29, 2008
The $4-$5 million upgrade is the largest single capital improvement project undertaken at Miller Park since it opened in 2001, and is being fully funded by the ballclub. No tax dollars are involved. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Across the area Oct 28, 2008
At stake is a potential $180 million in capital improvement projects and an $18 million project to build a natatorium with adjacent tennis complex. The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. in meeting rooms B and C of the Jabez Sanford Hardin Performing Arts Center at the Columbia County Library, 7022 Evans Town Center Blvd., Evans. (The Augusta Chronicle)
County battens down for tough economy Oct 28, 2008
Expenditures under the recommended preliminary budget include capital improvement projects and legal fees at the airport, new positions, voting equipment, health insurance increases, roof replacements and studies. Budget numbers exclude hospital revenue and expenditures. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Little Elm Council to take action on bond obligations Oct 28, 2008
If the council approves the resolution, the certificates of obligation will not exceed 17 million and will include five capital improvement projects: Eldorado Parkway water improvements, Eldorado Parkway elevated water tower right-of-way, Eldorado Parkway wastewater improvements on the west side, and Mansell pump station improvements. Video Comments. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Crisis Could Trigger Big Public Transit Payments Oct 26, 2008
Rob Healy, vice president for government affairs at the American Public Transportation Association, said some agencies could be forced to increase fares, cut bus routes and delay long-term capital improvement projects. "You've got agencies struggling to meet increased demand, they are hamstrung by the higher cost of fuel ... and this is exposing them to additional costs," Healy said. (ABC News -- Wire)
PureChoice Proposes Merger With MathStar, Inc. Oct 25, 2008
The PureTrac(TM) solution is in stark contrast to current energy conservation efforts that require significant capital improvement expenditures. The PureTrac(TM) Software Application is comprised of two components; the NOSE(R) Monitor, a multi-sensing computing platform running a customized operating system and a customized web-based software program. (PR Newswire)
City to improve northeast neighborhood Oct 25, 2008
The city said the bulk of the infrastructure projects will take place in two phases, contingent upon passage of the capital improvement bonds. The first phase along Joyce from Hudson to Kenmore Road begins in 2010 for completion in 2012. (Columbus Business First, OH)
Cost to bring old Watertown library branches up to code: $2.6 million Oct 24, 2008
We re sort of maxed out on our capital improvement programs. I don t see tax dollars being available for renovating those two buildings [the North and East Branch libraries. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
School Board OKs professional development Oct 24, 2008
Additionally at that meeting, the board approved a request from Business Manager Heidi Young to transfer 100,000 of 16th Section interest funds to the Capital Improvement Fund to fund the building projects that have been implemented. She also presented the final amended budget for 2007-08, which the board approved. (Webster Progress-Times, MS)
Airport board hears of FFA discussions Oct 24, 2008
Other topics discussed with the FAA were the taxiway A repaying program, updating of the capital improvement program and approval of the airports disadvantaged business enterprise goal of 7. 8. (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)
Fire board race Oct 24, 2008
Our long-range planning includes 10-year budget projections with vehicle replacement and capital improvement programs. Also, employee and volunteer retention. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
County approves sale of bonds Oct 24, 2008
92 million general obligation capital improvement plan bond sale - Series 2008A. The board followed up by unanimously passing a 720,000 general obligation equipment certificates of indebtedness, Series 2008B. ... 92 million will be used to finance various improvements to the County Courthouse and Government Center, as defined in the County's 2008-2012 Capital Improvement Plan (CAP). (Redwood Falls Gazette, MN)
LETTER: Vote 'No' Nov. 4 on constitution convention Oct 23, 2008
cd wrote on Oct 22, 2008 8:43 PM:" I submitted this before, but JG-TC didn't post it.------------------Jim Edgar, former Illinois governor, Urbana October 3, 2008 As someone who had the honor of governing the State of Illinois for eight years, I share the outrage over the failure of our current leaders to come to grips with a huge budget deficit, assure quality education throughout the state and resolve other important issues. We need substantial change in state government. However, I truly hope... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
First Quarter Revenue for Pacific Is on Target Oct 23, 2008
The half-cent capital improvement tax brought in another $115,145. "A city our size has to look at every source of revenue and then look for additional sources of revenue," Selby said. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Ontario runs deficit as BC slashes taxes Oct 23, 2008
The economic outlook says the government will realize $108-million in savings by the end of fiscal 2009 by such measures as deferring spending on education-related capital improvement projects and by taking longer to hire 9,000 new nurses. But the document does not address key priorities of. (Globe and Mail)
Council cuts animal control funding Oct 22, 2008
Another 24,000 for custodians building repairs will be taken out of the cumulative capital improvement fund rather than from the general fund. Further reduction in the general fund total will be achieved by using approximately 426,000 from the Economic Development Income Tax (EDIT) fund. (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)
County commissioners outline roadway project options Oct 22, 2008
County commissioners Bobbie Mitchell and Andy Eads discussed details of the Transportation Road Improvement Program -- 2008 (TRIP-08), a bond program that addresses roadway and capital improvement projects (CIPs) in the county. The projects would be funded by a combination of money from Denton County, area towns and cities, the Council of Governments, and TxDot. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Gwinnett voters to decide special sales tax Oct 21, 2008
Riding on its success is a long list of capital improvement projects for transportation, libraries, parks and recreation and emergency services ... Public safety, libraries, courts and administration round out the list of capital improvements targeted for county and municipal expenditures. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Officials say county needs tax levies to maintain services Oct 19, 2008
The ballot measure also has a provision that, if the fund where to exceed 10 million, 50 percent of the excess over that amount would be put into a capital improvement fund. Commissioner Kevin Stufflebean said commissioners are trying to plan for the future. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Economy may slow Missoula projects Oct 19, 2008
The nation's economic slowdown may mean a delay in the city of Missoula's capital improvement projects. Come January, the city will take a close look at its books. (Missoulian, MT)
What your vote means for schools' spending Oct 19, 2008
Capital improvement bond: Bond money is used for facility improvements including health and safety, preventative maintenance, equipment and energy savings. Overrides. (AZCentral -- News)
Triple threat Oct 18, 2008
Proposition 3 calls for $980 million in general obligation bonds for capital improvement projects at the five University of California children s hospitals and possibly other children s hospitals. Proposition 7 would require utilities to generate 20 percent of their power from renewable energy by 2010, 40 percent by 2020 and 50 percent by 2025. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
Lack of sidewalks concerns resident Oct 18, 2008
" The city did budget its own funds in some areas to complete sidewalks on arterial streets. Civil Engineer Corey Mellies said the city has set aside funds in the capital improvement program to install sidewalks along South Dakota and North Dakota avenues. The city currently is installing a multi-use path along Grand Avenue between 20th Street and Murray Drive. Mellies said the city negotiated both temporary and permanent right-of-way easements for the installation of the path. ?Mid-Iowa... (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
CGESD board member nominated for honor Oct 18, 2008
-- The board approved a plan to form a new District Facilities Planning Committee to consider future capital improvement projects and their funding. It will be made up of community members, administrators, teachers, classified staff and board members. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Council mulls supercomputer Oct 17, 2008
The city-county also is reviewing whether tapping into capital improvement funds is an option. Commissioner Rocko Mulcahy recommended looking into allocating less money than requested, or a loan package that would be repaid to the taxpayers. (Montana Standard, MT)
Mercy parent company income drops 47 percent Oct 16, 2008
CHW s ability to line up stable long-term financing is good news for Sacramento and other regions in line for parts of an estimated $9 billion systemwide capital improvement program through 2016. The health system spent almost $800 million in capital improvements and technology in the fiscal year ended June 30, including the continued roll-out of its clinical information system. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
Our endorsements in Big Island legislative races Oct 15, 2008
Hanohano cites as her achievements several capital improvement projects for her district in the last session her first as a legislator including $3. 2 million for Pahoa High and Intermediate School and said she wants the state to use more of its own energy resources, such as geothermal, wind, solar and wave energy. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Cities can’t avoid global credit crunch Oct 13, 2008
5 million in city of La Crosse bonds to the market for the city s annual Capital Improvement Program. He s confident that by January or February, when the city goes out to sell those bonds, the municipal bonds market could be on better footing. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
State budget pinched by low tax revenue Oct 11, 2008
The governor declined to specify which programs would be the first to go, but promised that capital improvement projects, which cycle money back through the local economy by distributing state funds to construction and other local businesses, would not be among those affected. There will be no impact whatsoever on our existing capital improvement project program, Lingle said. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Town Council seeks sales tax renewal Oct 11, 2008
A capital improvement plan was approved. The plan includes construction projects, purchase of major equipment and maintenance of existing facilities and equipment. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Planning begun for new fire station north of I-90 Oct 11, 2008
3 million identified in its capital improvement budget for the replacement of Station 7. That money will be used to build the station, and then, the capital improvements fund will be reimbursed using the TIF.. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Budget falls short -- Special Town Meeting needed to make up difference Oct 10, 2008
Town Administrator Rick Agnew will ask the town to cover the shortfall with approximately $322,000 taken from the stabilization fund, normally used for capital improvement projects, and approximately $219,000 from the overlay surplus. The overlay surplus is money set aside in past years in case residents ask for abatements on their property tax bills. (Scituate Mariner, MA)
VIDEO - Fulton School Oct 10, 2008
Mayor Susan Kay said her administration received payment for the 78-year-old building and that the funds will be used to cover capital improvement needs by the town s departments or debts incurred by the town ... She said the money can t be used to cover any capital improvement expenses during the current fiscal year because these needs were not budgeted for, due to the town-wide financial crunch. (Weymouth News, MA)
Georgetown news in brief Oct 10, 2008
Volunteer deadline extended for Capital Improvement Committee. The Georgetown School Committee is seeking one resident to be appointed to the Capital Improvement Plan Committee ... The Capital Improvement Plan Committee was established by the town and is charged with identifying capital improvement projects within each department. (Georgetown Record, MA)
Drink tax helps county budget go down smoothly Oct 8, 2008
4 million for 89 infrastructure and capital improvement projects around the county. That will see the county use $37. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Cracking Down on Greece Schools Oct 7, 2008
Greece capital improvement audit. Cracking Down on Greece Schools. (R News)
School board approves excise tax (44) Oct 7, 2008
Kristen Knutson of Iron Mountain Homes said homebuilders shouldn t have to carry the burden of financing school districts capital improvement needs alone ... The construction excise tax was approved by the 2007 State Legislature to allow school districts to raise funds for capital improvement projects by taxing new development ... I agree this is a bad time for the economy, but it s also a bad time for our schools capital improvement projects. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Main Street To Reopen At Downtown Las Cruces Oct 7, 2008
It's something that has been part of the capital improvement plan for several years. But there were mixed emotions about the news. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
City cleans out old contracts cluttering its books Oct 6, 2008
If the projects remain on the books, that affects the city's ability to bond new capital improvement projects at a fiscally responsible rate. "It has been a problem. We've had discussions periodically over the last couple of years to get those cleaned up. It's difficult because they normally span numerous departments and there is no one to oversee it," said city Councilman Todd K. Apo. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Public Meetings Oct 6, 2008
Update on city's capital improvement program. Authorize work related to Central Galt Interchange right-of-way acquisition. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Nassau School Board decides to keep taxes at a point to match last year's revenue Oct 6, 2008
67 tax per $1,000 of assessed property value levied to pay for capital improvement projects ... $53 million: Capital improvement spending planned in 2008-09 ... In the end, the School Board cut what remained, the capital improvement tax. (Florida Times-Union)
County's opening day set Oct 5, 2008
5 million, paid for by capital improvement bonds floated by a previous commission. Wiseman said that, if all outside costs are removed, the building itself would cost $12. (The St. Augustine Record)
More of this story Oct 5, 2008
Consider and take action on a request to allocate up to 5,000 of unallocated half-cent Capital Improvement Projects Sales Tax Funding for the purchase or construction of a storage building for Arutunoff Field. Consider and take action regarding a contract with Tetra Tech FHC for the Wastewater Collection System Rehabilitation Project. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
BOE revokes Florida transfers Oct 4, 2008
Approved the board s five-year capital improvement plan. Tabled the Parental Involvement Policy/Plan. (Atmore Advance, AL)
Shawnee City Commission Agenda Oct 4, 2008
j. Approve contract amendment No. 5 with LBR, Inc., to provide the Federal Administrative and DBE requirements for the 2009 FAA and OAC Design Only Grant and to complete the 5 Year Capital Improvement Program Update for the fiscal years 2009-2013 ... c. Confirm action taken by City Commission on Agenda Item No. 2-j regarding contract amendment No. 5 with LBR, Inc., to provide the Federal Administrative and DBE requirements for the 2009 FAA and OAC Design Only Grant and to complete the 5 Year... (County-Wide News, Inc., OK)
Budget talk underway Oct 3, 2008
Article 4 on the Warrant asks the town to approve a $1,618,157 transfer from the Capital Improvement Trust Fund to cover 19 requests forphysical improvements of various areasin town. The Article includes construction improvements to be done at the town tennis courts, the roof of the Early Childhood Center, the council on aging. (Abington Mariner, MA)
Palmer city manager marks one year on the job Oct 3, 2008
Q. You have some major capital improvement projects you would like to see built that don't have to do with roads and water lines. One is a building where nonprofit organizations can be under one roof. (Anchorage Daily News)
Dip in Revenue for County Oct 3, 2008
The taxes provide funds for the general revenue fund, for capital improvement (roads and bridges) and law enforcement ... A prolonged drop in revenue will mean belt-tightening and putting a halt, or delay, to some capital improvements, such as the road paving program. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Commission candidate draws from experience Oct 3, 2008
" He also served under five different city managers and as fire chief had to attend every City Commission meeting. "I'm very aware of the issues that come before the commission," he said. As a commissioner, Owens would like to see city projects that continue to improve parking, tourism, taxes and infrastructure. He believes the city needs a comprehensive plan for capital improvement projects, such as repairing the seawall along the bayfront. It has been damaged by tropical storms and is severely... (The St. Augustine Record)
City of Fredericktown Council meeting Oct 3, 2008
LaPlant said, in her opinion, the voters passed the TT tax to fund capital improvements for repairing sidewalks, and not to transfer funds from one department to pay for another; citing an expense of a 9,000 annual phone bill expense in the streets department as one instance. LaPlant, who is a member of the Transportation Tax committee, said she could see only one capital improvement project the money was used for, the Town Square Project with related engineering fees. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Budget shortfall at center of senate candidates' debate Oct 3, 2008
Callahan also said he would not seek bonding for major capital improvement projects. "Thats like taking out a home equity loan to pay the mortgage," Callahan said. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
