2024 State Legislative Agenda Presentation
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2024 State Legislative Agenda Chandler City Council Work Session December 7, 2023 Opening Day Themes Ongoing Information 2024 Session Overview Legislative Principles Protect Local Authority Preserve Local Revenues Support retention of State-Shared Revenue at current levels and backfill of previous state revenue cuts Protect local authority to determine appropriate revenue sources Encourage Legislature to evaluate impact of unfunded mandates Fiscal Sustainability Residential rental tax preemption was signed by the Governor, effective January 2025 Fiscal Sustainability Chandler has maintained a low cost of living and weathered challenging economic times thanks to a diverse tax base Food tax preemption and State- Shared Revenue cuts continue to be a threat as the legislature faces a projected $400M budget shortfall Support regionally coordinated transportation planning Oppose efforts that limit local control in the transportation decision-making process Transportation Support efforts that enhance Chandler's economic competitiveness Support diversification of economic development tools Protect local authority on development projects Economic Development Redevelopment Proposal o Municipalities are looking for additional tools to address underperforming retail corners while providing additional housing o Chandler is providing a practical solution that allows cities and towns to authorize a temporary property reclassification so these redevelopment projects can pencil out Support policies that strengthen the quality of life in Chandler's neighborhoods Protect rights of citizens to actively engage in public policy Neighborhoods Preserve and enhance the ability of local governments to strategically plan for and respond to emergencies Public Safety Protect local authority in land use planning Support efforts that promote orderly growth Oppose efforts that impede growth management Land Use Planning Support the wise use of natural resources Protect the City's investment in safe and reliable water resources and wastewater services Water and Environmental Resources Thank You