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HomeMy WebLinkAbout00 - On the AgendaOn the Agenda: City Council Meeting for June 14, 2022 Our next City Council meeting is Tuesday, June 14. Items of interest are highlighted below. The entire agenda and reports can be viewed here. A study session will begin at 4 p.m. Agenda items include: • Wildland Fire Mitigation Overview. Newport Beach Fire Department staff will review the department's ongoing efforts to educate homeowners on fire prevention, including vegetation management, protecting homes and reducing the threat from airborne embers. The regular session begins at 5 p.m. Agenda items include: Community Programs and Special Events Grants. The Council will consider a staff recommendation to award $55,200 in community programs grants to 12 organizations and $300,000 in special events grants to support 23 events. The proposed recipients include homeless service groups, ocean conservation nonprofits, museums and historical societies, community events such as the Balboa Island Parade, and large signature events such as the Newport Beach Film Festival and Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade. A public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget. The Council will hear public comment before considering adoption of the City's proposed annual budget and capital improvement program. The recommended budget is balanced with a strong projected surplus of revenues over expenses. The budget enhances funding for building replacement and maintenance and increases the speed of the City's paydown of unfunded liabilities. The total operating budget is expected to be $331 million, with a record additional $71 million in funding for capital projects.