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2 <br /> <br />The preliminary tax levy maintains essential services and programs while the City continues to <br />experience rising costs in the current inflationary environment. Highlights outside of the <br />general fund include: <br />• The Rookery Activity Center levy was increased from $325,000 to $500,000 to bring <br />recreation funding back to pre-pandemic levels while maintaining current member <br />rates. <br />• The Fire Division will take delivery of two water tenders in late 2023. Those apparatus <br />are funded with an interfund loan to be paid back with a tax levy over the next 10 years. <br />• Increased funding for pavement management to maintain target street condition <br />ratings. <br /> <br />RECOMMENDATION <br /> <br />Staff recommends adoption of Resolution 23-97. <br /> <br />ATTACHMENTS <br /> <br />Resolution No. 23-97 <br />2024 Draft Budget and Tax Levy – Preliminary Approval