Starting at 7PM, the president and treasurer presented for discussion yearly dues, both state and local. Legislative mentioned the state dues would not change. Up for vote was keeping yearly dues for 2012 the same as 2011. Also, late fees would be removed. Members present voted overwhelmingly in favor. Letters on membership renewal will be sent out in December.
The president next gave the floor to guest speaker Mark Spreitzer who is on the city council. Mr. Spreitzer spoke on recent activities within the city council. Specifically on the new budget for 2012. Over 2 million dollars were shaved from the budget thru cuts rather than increased revenues. Police and fire were discussed.
Though discussed and contested by BPMA members, a $5 increase on rental permits passed into the new budget. The time to discuss decreasing the number of city inspectors is this coming summer or before the next budget discussions for 2013.
Some mentioned their dislike for public housing due to its competitive nature on the rental business. Mark mentioned he was not aware of any new public housing units coming up for development.
Leaflan will begin charging city of Beloit residents in 2012 for disposal of their yard waste. There are supposedly sites that accept yard waste for free and Mr Spreitzer mentioned he would investigate this and communicate it to us later.
No guest speaker for December.
Happy Thanskgiving.
