Ocoee sets 70% cap on fire-service assessment, schedules Aug. 18 final hearing
City staff said rising fire-suppression, EMS and equipment costs, combined with anticipated changes to homestead exemptions, require a funding shift. The commission set a 70% maximum assessment and directed staff to mail notices and return Aug. 18 with final rates.
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The Ocoee City Commission on Tuesday adopted an initial resolution establishing a maximum fire-service assessment equal to 70% of the department's assessable budget and set a public hearing for Aug. 18 to finalize the fee.
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