Laurel Park Adopts 2013 14 Budget With No Tax Increase
Laurel Park Town Council approved a 2.15 million dollar budget for 2013-14 without new taxes. The plan keeps the 36 cent property tax rate, funds a 1.7% pay raise, up health premiums, and uses 124,000 in reserves. Water and sewer fees rise due to Hendersonville rate hikes, and trash service is extended with a five year contract. Police report increased speeding mainly by non residents, prompting stricter enforcement.
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Laurel Park narrows pool for town manager post
Laurel Park's town manager search narrows to 27 applications reviewed with 10 set aside for further consideration. Five more apps arrived bringing the opening salary to 60,000 to 75,000 dollars. Interviews are planned August 12 to 22 with a top candidate offered September 3 and start date November 4. Dana Mennella and Rich Cooke co chair the panel replacing retiring Jim Ball after 15 years.
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