Item 10ACITY OF
SOUTH LAKE
MEMORANDUM
October 24, 2011
To: Shana Yelverton, City Manager
From: Sharen Jackson, Director of Finance
Subject: Alarm Fees
Action
Requested: Staff is providing the additional information requested regarding
alarm permit fees.
Background
Information: Annually, the City reviews the Fee Schedule. This review allows
for comments on the clarity of the schedule and to ensure the fees
are appropriate in covering the administrative and maintenance
costs associated with providing the services.
If you recall, on September 20 City Council approved Resolution
No. 11 -046 amending the City's fee schedule. During the
discussion there was a request for staff to provide additional
information regarding the City's alarm permit fees.
Based on the 12 cities surveyed ,11 charge an annual renewal fee
for alarm permits and the average rate for residential and
commercial is $33 and $47, respectively. Southlake currently
charges $35 and $50 for residential and commercial alarm
permits.
During FY 2011 police services responded to 2958 false burglary
alarm calls.
Financial
Considerations: FY 2011 approximately $84,000 collected in alarm permit
revenue
Strategic Link: F1 Adhere to financial management principles and budget
Citizen Input/
Board Review: None required
Legal Review: None
Alternatives: Recommend changes to current alarm permit fees
Supporting
Documents: None
Staff
Recommendation: None