When it came to talks over how the city will repay the state in overpaid sales tax rebates, Council member Fred Vera Tuesday suggested paying it in installments instead of one lump sum.The discussion was part of the council’s workshop session on the 2024-2025 budget. The council came to no final decision.Vera raised concerns that paying the entire $446,617 could put the city in a financial crunch with unexpected expenditures during the 2024-2025 fiscal year.The city could save $9,114.64 if the bill is paid in full. The state offers a two-percent discount for full payment. If the city opted to ...