Each year, in conjunction with the annual budget, the City reviews its current fee schedule. The process starts with each department head evaluating their department’s related fees to make sure current costs are covered by the fees. They also consider any potential increases in costs as part of this evaluation. Any proposed changes to the fees are presented to the City Council with discussions and explanations justifying the changes. The presentations and discussions occur in conjunction with a public hearing where extensive public input and comment are encouraged. Finally, the City Council, at its discretion, may adopt an ordinance that amends the fee schedule based on some or all of the city staff’s proposed changes as well as any adjustments as a result of the public hearing. After adoption the amended fee schedule becomes effective. The City’s most recent fee schedule is listed below: