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3 background information previously reviewed by the Board during earlier budget work sessions has been incorporated in Appendix B of the recommended budget document. Time is also provided for the Board to make final decisions regarding the cost-of-living adjustment and in-range salary adjustments. The Manager's recommended budget includes a 2.5 percent cost-of-living increase for employees effective July 1, 1999 and a 2.5 percent in- range salary increase for employees whose work performance is proficient or higher, effective with employees' annual performance reviews. Major Budget, Policy, and Operational Issues Time is allotted for the Board to identify and discuss other major budget issues that require Board deliberation. This approach may be more time-efficient in reaching resolution on the budget than a detailed department-by-department review. The Board may also wish to consider to what extent it wants to explore the potential tax rate reduction scenarios presented by the Manager in Appendix F of the recommended budget document. Parameters for June 15 Work Session The agenda also sets out a block of time for the Board to plan its approach to the June 15 work session. The BOCC may establish its plan for completing its discussions and adopting a "resolution of intent" outlining changes to the Manager's recommended budget and enumerating the major features to be incorporated in the 1999-2000 budget ordinance (tax rates, per pupil allocations, etc). The Board may also identify any additional information needed from staff for the June 15 work session. FINANCIAL IMPACT: The Board's decisions on the topics listed will provide the basic structure for the 1999-2000 budget, which will be formally adopted at the June 21 regular meeting. RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends that the Board discuss and deliberate on the budget topics noted, and provide appropriate direction to staff.