During a recent city council meeting in Florissant, residents were given the opportunity to voice their concerns, with one citizen raising a significant issue regarding unspent COVID relief funds. Janine Saglio, a resident of Florissant, expressed her concern about the allocation of approximately $1 million in COVID relief funds that St. Louis County has yet to distribute. She questioned whether Florissant has a plan or \"wish list\" to access these funds, highlighting the potential for local projects or needs that could benefit from this financial support.

The council reminded attendees that the meeting was not a question-and-answer session, encouraging residents to discuss their inquiries with council members after the meeting. This procedural adherence reflects the council's commitment to maintaining order during public discussions.

Following the citizen comments, the council moved on to the agenda's next item: a public hearing regarding the setting of property tax rates for 2024. The proposed tax rate, which is subject to change based on various factors including city council actions and state auditor certification, is set at 0.120 per $100 valuation. The council provided detailed figures on the assessed valuations of real and personal property, indicating a slight decrease in total valuation from the previous year.

The public hearing is scheduled for September 9, 2024, at 7 PM, where citizens will have another opportunity to voice their opinions on the proposed tax rates. The council emphasized the importance of community participation in these discussions, inviting residents with special needs to contact the city clerk in advance.