(1) As used in this part, unless the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

(a) “Population” means the latest official state estimate of population certified pursuant to s. 186.901 prior to the beginning of the local government fiscal year.

Terms Used In Florida Statutes 218.60

  • Fiscal year: The fiscal year is the accounting period for the government. For the federal government, this begins on October 1 and ends on September 30. The fiscal year is designated by the calendar year in which it ends; for example, fiscal year 2006 begins on October 1, 2005 and ends on September 30, 2006.
  • Population: means the latest official state estimate of population certified pursuant to…. See Florida Statutes 218.60
(b) “Utility tax relief” means a dollar amount which represents a reduction in taxes to be collected pursuant to ss. 166.231 and 166.232 for the upcoming fiscal year compared to such taxes collected in the current year, which reduction results from a reduction in the tax rate.
(2) All definitions and provisions of s. 200.001 are applicable to this part.