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71. Regular Meeting June 25, 2001 Page 7 the award, Panasonic advised Via Technology was unable to obtain the credit necessary to purchase the computers. Mr. Gilley statêd the City then gave Via Technology until last Monday (June 18) in award to award this contract. Staff needs to be assured the product can be delivered to move forward. Staff then proceeded to award bid to the second low bidder, and the City has been advised we will be able to purchase the computers from the second low bidder at the same price. Mr. Gilley was asked how Via Technology was advised of this matter. Mr. Gilley stated this was an unusual situation, and Via Technology was advised verbally. The Council then voted unanimously for adoption of the Resolution. Mayor Chiu introduced receiving the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission regarding the Capital Improvements Program for FY2001- 2002 to FY2005-2006. Each Council Member received copies of the five-year program. Mr. Ed Theriot advised the Council the Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved the five-year capital improvements program, have proposed funding sources and coordinated projects with one another. The program was presented to the neighborhood associations in February, projects were coordinated in March, the Planning and Zoning Commission held public hearings in May and determined their recommendations to the Council of $154 million in projects over a five- year period. The program reflects the priorities of the Council's Policy Statement. The funding sources are by year and include grants and other funding sources, such as TxDOT and the Corps of Engineers. The projects include the Airport, Electric Utility, streets, drainage, water and wastewater. The Council will review the program throughout the budget process. Mayor Chiu introduced a discussion regarding the proposed property tax rate for FY2001-2002 and direction to Staff. Mr. Gilley advised the Council as much as a 5 cent property tax increase will be recommended, and the City has made three prior commitments to include the Hunter Road Fire Station, Animal Shelter and an update of the salary study done two years ago to keep current. Mr. Gilley recommended the salary study be implemented. The Council requested Staff bring this information early in the budget process. Mr. Cox stated he cannot find fault in this and is in hopes the City of San Marcos can be a model employer. Mr. Cox inquired if the sales tax revenues are up beyond what was anticipated, and Mr. Gilley advised the sales tax revenues are about on target as Staff had projected. Mr. Cox stated he did not plan to vote against any of these programs. Mr. Mayhew asked if the City knows what the increase in property valuations will be, and Mr. Gilley stated that has been taken into account in developing the budget estimates, and that a large percentage of property tax goes to debt service. Ms. Hughson asked to see where funds are being spent and requested a summary be prepared, such the telephone line items. Mr. Montoya asked when it is anticipated the Animal Shelter will be completed and was advised in November. Mr. Cox stated this is the third year Staff has been requested to defer purchases of equipment. Ms. Hughson asked if the budget will include sufficient fund balances, and Mr. Gilley advised there will be adequate funds in all fund balances. Mr.