On the agenda: Ridgecrest meeting — Data Center (Jun 17)

Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

AGENDA
June 17, 2026
Regular Session 6:00 p.m.

CITY COUNCIL
Travis Endicott, Mayor
Kyle Blades, Mayor Pro-Tem
Solomon P. Rajaratnam, Vice Mayor

L. Scott Hayman, Council Member
John ‘Skip’ Gorman, Council Member
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Travis Reed, City Manager
Martin Koczanowicz, City Attorney
Keith Lemieux, City Attorney

City Hall, Council Chambers
100 West California Avenue
Ridgecrest CA 93555

Ricca Charlon, CMC
City Clerk
[email protected]
(760) 499-5002

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Agendas are available on the City Website
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RIDGECREST CITY COUNCIL
SUCCESSOR REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
FINANCING AUTHORITY
HOUSING AUTHORITY

AGENDA
Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Regular Session – 6:00 p.m.

CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
REGULAR SESSION
• Pledge Of Allegiance
• Invocation
COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
1. Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)

Brewton / Consultant

PUBLIC COMMENT OF ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA - Persons wishing to address the
Council on matters that are within the Council’s jurisdiction and DO NOT ALREADY APPEAR ON
THE AGENDA, may do so at this time.
COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS/DIRECTION
CONSENT CALENDAR – All Matters Listed Under The Consent Calendar Are To Be Considered
Routine And Enacted By One Motion Unless Pulled By A Council Member Or A Member Of The
Public.
2. Proposed Action To Approve Draft Minutes Of The Regular Ridgecrest City Council Meeting
Dated June 3, 2026
Charlon
3. Proposed Action To Adopt A Resolution Of The Ridgecrest City Council And The Successor
Redevelopment Agency Adopting The Annual Budget For Fiscal Year 2026-27, Establishing
Appropriations, Estimating Revenues, And Establishing The Policies By Which The Budget May
Be And Shall Be Amended
Brewton
4. Grant Acceptance For A Grant Awarded From The California Department Of Food And
Agriculture (CDFA)
Ysit
PUBLIC HEARINGS
5. A Resolution And Public Hearing Of The City Council Of The City Of Ridgecrest, California
Declaring Its Intent To Levy And Collect Assessments Within The City Of Ridgecrest Drainage
Benefit Assessment District No. 2016-1, Pursuant To The Provisions Of The Benefit Assessment
Act Of 1982; Review Of The Preliminary Engineers Report And Authorization To Finalize Said
Report For Fiscal Year 2026/2027
Reed

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6. A Resolution And Public Hearing Of The City Council Of The City Of Ridgecrest, California
Declaring Its Intent To Levy And Collect Assessments Within The Consolidated Landscaping
And Lighting District No. 2012-1, Review Of The Preliminary Engineers Report And
Authorization To Finalize Said Report For Fiscal Year 2026/2027
Reed
DISCUSSION / ACTION ITEMS
7. A Resolution Regarding The Annual Assessments For The Drainage Benefit Assessment District
No. 2016-1 (The “District”); And Adoption Of The Resolution (1) Approving The Annual
Engineer’s Report And (2) Ordering The Levy And Collection Of Assessments For Fiscal Year
2026/2027
Reed
8. A Resolution Regarding The Annual Assessments For The Consolidated Landscaping And
Lighting District No. 2012-1 (The “District”); And Adoption Of The Resolution (1) Approving
The Annual Engineer’s Report And (2) Ordering The Levy And Collection Of Assessments For
Fiscal Year 2026/2027
Reed
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Economic Development Committee
Members: Kyle Blades and Solomon Rajaratnam
Meeting: 1st Monday of the month @ 5:15 p.m.
Location: City Hall Conference Room B, 1st Floor
➢ Next meeting July 6, 2026
Finance Committee
Members: Solomon Rajaratnam and Scott Hayman
Meeting: 2nd Tuesday every other month at 5:30 p.m.
Location: City Hall Conference Room B, 1st Floor
➢ Next meeting July 14, 2026
Infrastructure Committee
Members: Mayor Endicott and Kyle Blades
Meeting: 4th Thursday each month at 5:00 p.m.
Location: City Hall Conference Room B, 1st Floor
➢ Next meeting June 25, 2026
Parks, Recreation, and Quality of Life Committee
Members: Mayor Endicott and Scott Hayman
Meeting: 1st Tuesday each month at 5:30 p.m.
Location: City Hall Council Chambers
➢ Next meeting July 7, 2026
OTHER COMMITTEES, BOARDS, OR COMMISSIONS
CITY MANAGER REPORT
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT
AGENDA - CITY COUNCIL / SUCCESSOR REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY / FINANCING AUTHORITY / HOUSING AUTHORITY
REGULAR – June 17, 2026
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Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

STAFF REPORT

SUBJECT: Proposed Action To Approve Draft Minutes Of The Ridgecrest City Council
Regular Meeting Dated June 3, 2026
PRESENTED BY: Ricca Charlon, City Clerk
SUMMARY:
Draft Minutes of the City Council / Successor Redevelopment Agency / Housing Authority /
Financing Authority Regular Meeting Dated June 3, 2026

FISCAL IMPACT: None

ACTION REQUESTED: Approve minutes
CITY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION: Action as requested

Submitted by:

Ricca Charlon

Action Date: June 17, 2026

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RIDGECREST CITY COUNCIL
SUCCESSOR REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
FINANCING AUTHORITY
HOUSING AUTHORITY

DRAFT MINUTES
Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Regular Session – 6:00 p.m.

This meeting was recorded and will be on file in the Office of the City Clerk for a certain period of time from date of approval by
the Ridgecrest City Successor Agency/Financing Authority/Housing Authority. Meetings are recorded solely for the purpose of
preparation of minutes.

ROLL CALL – 6: 00 p.m.
Council Present: Mayor Endicott; Mayor Pro-Tem Blades; Vice Mayor Rajaratnam; Council Member
Hayman; Council Member Gorman
Absent:
None
Staff Present:
City Attorney M. Koczanowicz; City Manager Reed; City Clerk Charlon
APPROVAL OF AGENDA - Motion To Approve – Hayman / Rajaratnam – 5 ayes
REGULAR SESSION
COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
1. RACVB Update

K. Crutcher

PUBLIC COMMENT OF ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA (6:21) – J. Bennett; T. Courtney; J.
Jones; P. Vanderwerf; J. Slayton; D. Neal; K. Russell; T. Wiknich; M. Sinnott; Dept. of Insurance Rep.
COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS/DIRECTION
CONSENT CALENDAR
2. Proposed Action To Approve Draft Minutes Of The Regular Ridgecrest City Council Meeting
Dated May 20, 2026
Charlon
Motion To Approve – Blades / Rajaratnam – 5 ayes
DISCUSSION / ACTION ITEMS
3. A Resolution To Amend A Professional Services Agreement With Willdan Engineering Inc. In
The Amount Of $203,290.00 For The Affordable Housing Sustainable Communities (AHSC)
Improvement Project To Include Additional Professional Engineering Services
Roberts
Public Comment - None
Motion To Approve – Hayman / Blades – 5 ayes
4. Council Discussion Regarding The RB Inyokern Data Center With Potential Direction To Staff
Gorman
Public Comment –rep from union (F); D. Thompson (A); Anthony union rep (F); J. Wecker (A); R.
Palacios (union-F); J. Escobido (union-F); M. Sinnott (A); unknown speaker (A); T. Pounds (A); M.
Becker (A); R. Westa-Lusk (A); G. Moore (F); K. Cutts (A); B. Bayne (A); unknown speaker (A); J.
Zimmerman (A); L. Tate (A); J. Slayton (A); D. Neal (A); Nick (A); T. Moulton (A); E. Chika (F&A);
L. Borgman (A); E. Gear (A); Libby (A); K. Brown (A); Ma. Neel (A); C. Morris (A) ; S. Weems (A);
unknown speaker – 9:23pm
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COMMITTEE REPORTS
Economic Development Committee
Members: Kyle Blades and Solomon Rajaratnam
Meeting: 1st Monday of the month @ 5:15 p.m.
Location: City Hall Conference Room B, 1st Floor
➢ Report from June 1, 2026
Finance Committee
Members: Solomon Rajaratnam and Scott Hayman
Meeting: 2nd Tuesday every other month at 5:30 p.m.
Location: City Hall Conference Room B, 1st Floor
➢ Next meeting July 14, 2026
Infrastructure Committee
Members: Mayor Endicott and Kyle Blades
Meeting: 4th Thursday each month at 5:00 p.m.
Location: City Hall Conference Room B, 1st Floor
➢ Next meeting June 25, 2026
Parks, Recreation, and Quality of Life Committee
Members: Mayor Endicott and Scott Hayman
Meeting: 1st Tuesday each month at 5:30 p.m.
Location: City Hall Council Chambers
➢ Report from June 2, 2026
OTHER COMMITTEES, BOARDS, OR COMMISSIONS
CITY MANAGER REPORT
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
• Data center 7/15 and then every other after
MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT - 9:53 p.m.

DRAFT MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL / SUCCESSOR REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY / FINANCING AUTHORITY / HOUSING AUTHORITY
REGULAR – June 3, 2026
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Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

STAFF REPORT

SUBJECT: Proposed Action To Adopt A Resolution Of The Ridgecrest City Council And The
Successor Redevelopment Agency Adopting The Annual Budget For Fiscal Year 2026-27,
Establishing Appropriations, Estimating Revenues, And Establishing The Policies By Which
The Budget May Be And Shall Be Amended
PRESENTED BY: Kelly Brewton, Finance Director
SUMMARY: City Council/Successor Redevelopment Agency has reviewed the draft Budget
for Fiscal Year 2026-27 and discussed in public hearings.
This resolution, if passed, will authorize the following:
1. That the fiscal year 2026-27 City of Ridgecrest/Successor to the Ridgecrest
Redevelopment Agency budget is hereby adopted.
2.

Tax Increment, TOT, and Sales Tax Sharing Agreements currently in force and
duly approved by the City Council or the Successor to the Ridgecrest
Redevelopment Agency are hereby amended and appropriated for Fiscal Year
2027;

3.

The Budget Revision Policy, herein identified as Exhibit “A” is hereby adopted;

4.

The Administrative Purchasing Policy, herein identified as Exhibit “B” is hereby
adopted;

5.

The annual appropriation limit (Gann Limit) reflected in Exhibit “C” is adopted;

6.

The Table of Authorized Full-Time Equivalent Positions presented in Exhibit “D” is
hereby approved;

7.

The Fee Schedule reflected in Exhibit “E” is reaffirmed and adopted; and the City
Council reaffirms that the fees reflected therein do not exceed the cost for
collection and or administration;

8.

The Salary Schedules for Management, Mid-Management, Confidential, PEAR,
and UFCW Local 8 groups and for part time employees with effective dates of
July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027 as presented in Exhibit “F” are hereby approved;

9.

All “Temporary Employment Services”, formerly “Contract Labor”, shall require
City Manager written authorization prior to budget amendment or expenditure;

10. Funding for specific Capital Construction Projects shall be identified and certified
by the City Manager or Finance Director prior to the expenditure of any funds on
said projects;

Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

STAFF REPORT

11. Fiscal Year-end Encumbrances from prior fiscal years are hereby appropriated;
12. The Director of Finance and City Treasurer is herein authorized to conduct all
Fiscal Year 2025-26 year-end transfers and budget adjustments as required
under governmental accounting rules;
13. All previous and conflicting resolutions are hereby rescinded, revoked, and made
null.
The proposed budget document will be available on the city website at:
https://ca-ridgecrest.civicplus.com/162/Budget
FISCAL IMPACT: Implementation of the FY 2027 Budget
ACTION REQUESTED: Approval of Resolution adopting the City of Ridgecrest Annual
Budget FY 2027
CITY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION: Action as requested
Submitted by:

Kelly Brewton, Finance Director

Action Date: June 17, 2026

RESOLUTION 26-xX
A RESOLUTION OF THE RIDGECREST CITY COUNCIL AND THE SUCCESSOR TO
THE RIDGECREST REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ADOPTING THE ANNUAL BUDGET
FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-27, ESTABLISHING APPROPRIATIONS, ESTIMATING
REVENUES, AND ESTABLISHING THE POLICIES BY WHICH THE BUDGET MAY BE
AND SHALL BE AMENDED
WHEREAS, the City Council and the Successor to the Redevelopment Agency has received
and reviewed the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 City of Ridgecrest/ Successor to the Ridgecrest
Redevelopment Agency budget; and,
WHEREAS, public budget review meetings were held during which the public was provided
opportunities to comment on the proposed budget; and,
WHEREAS, final adjustments to the budget have been made.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,
1.

That the fiscal year 2026-27 City of Ridgecrest/Successor to the Ridgecrest
Redevelopment Agency budget is hereby adopted.

2.

Tax Increment, TOT, and Sales Tax Sharing Agreements currently in force and duly
approved by the City Council or the Successor to the Ridgecrest Redevelopment
Agency are hereby amended and appropriated for Fiscal Year 2027;

3.

The Budget Revision Policy, herein identified as Exhibit “A” is hereby adopted;

4.

The Administrative Purchasing Policy, herein identified as Exhibit “B” is hereby
adopted;

5.

The annual appropriation limit (Gann Limit) reflected in Exhibit “C” is adopted;

6.

The Table of Authorized Full-Time Equivalent Positions presented in Exhibit “D” is
hereby approved;

7.

The Fee Schedule reflected in Exhibit “E” is reaffirmed and adopted; and the City
Council reaffirms that the fees reflected therein do not exceed the cost for collection
and or administration;

8.

The Salary Schedules for Management, Mid-Management, Confidential, PEAR, and
UFCW Local 8 groups and for part time employees with effective dates of July 1, 2026
– June 30, 2027 as presented in Exhibit “F” are hereby approved;

9.

All “Temporary Employment Services”, formerly “Contract Labor”, shall require City
Manager written authorization prior to budget amendment or expenditure;

10.

Funding for specific Capital Construction Projects shall be identified and certified by
the City Manager or Finance Director prior to the expenditure of any funds on said
projects;

RESOLUTION 26-xX
11.

Fiscal Year-end Encumbrances from prior fiscal years are hereby appropriated;

12.

The Director of Finance and City Treasurer is herein authorized to conduct all Fiscal
Year 2025-26 year-end transfers and budget adjustments as required under
governmental accounting rules;

13.

All previous and conflicting resolutions are hereby rescinded, revoked, and made
null.

APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 17th Day of June 2026, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
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Travis Endicott, Mayor
ATTEST:

________________________________
Ricca Charlon, City Clerk

EXHIBIT A
BUDGET REVISION POLICY

EXHIBIT “A”
BUDGET REVISION POLICY
FISCAL YEAR 2027

1.
All funds are appropriated at the fund level; No expenditure, encumbrance, or contract shall
be made or agreed to that exceeds total Fund Appropriations without prior Council/Agency
Authorization as appropriate. All increases in appropriations shall be made by Council/Agency
Resolution.

2.
All Appropriations within said funds are managed at the Department level. The City
Manager is herein authorized to make transfers within and between Departments as appropriate.
The City Manager shall notify the City Council of any Department-to-Department transfers at the
next regularly scheduled council meeting following the transfer.

3.
All Temporary Employment Services shall require City Manager written Authorization prior to
expenditure of such funds or prior to transferring such funds to other accounts.

4.
Estimated Revenues may be administratively increased in excess of the original estimate
once the City Manager and Finance Director certify that such estimates at the fund and source
levels have been exceeded. Notwithstanding the requirement in item 1 above, subsequent
increases in appropriations stemming from the increases in estimated revenues, may be granted
from increased estimated revenues administratively.

5.

Un-liquidated Outstanding encumbrances from the prior year are hereby appropriated.

6.
Unexpended and unobligated capital projects’ funds’ budgets from the prior fiscal year are
hereby appropriated.

City of Ridgecrest
FY 26-27 Budget Book

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EXHIBIT B
ADMINISTRATIVE PURCHASING POLICY

EXHIBIT “B”
ADMINISTRATIVE PURCHASING POLICY
FISCAL YEAR 2027

Purpose
This defines the policies and procedures for the procurement of supplies, equipment, and services
for the City and supersedes other policies and procedures related to purchasing.
I.
Scope
The basic purchasing policy of the City is to obtain quality supplies, services, and
equipment for the City's operation at the lowest cost through the use of quotes and
competitive bidding whenever possible. The policies herein enumerated are within the
scope of the duly revised official City/Agency budget.
II.
Purchasing Authority
There are six positions authorized to make purchases: (1) Information Technology Manager,
(2) City Clerk, (3) Department Heads, (4) Finance Director, (5) Deputy City Manager, and (6)
City Manager. Limits prescribed herein shall be reviewed annually by the City Council and
may be changed as occasion may require by Council Resolution.
a. A Department Head may purchase supplies, equipment, or services needed for the
department up to $15,000, but purchases in excess of $2,000 must be pursuant to a
purchase order. In addition, a Department Head may delegate purchasing authority
up to $5,000 to management or supervisory level employees.
b. The Finance Director and Deputy City Manager may purchase or approve for
purchase supplies, equipment, or services for any department up to $30,000.
c. The City Manager may purchase or approve for purchase supplies, equipment, or
services for any department up to $50,000 or purchases above $50,000 which have
been approved within the budget.
d. City Council shall award all public improvement contracts requiring formal sealed
bids. The results of the bids, along with recommendations regarding results and
awards, are to be submitted by the City Manager or designee to the City Council.
The Council will declare the outcome of bids at public session.
III.

Process
a. Purchases of less than $2,000 do not require comparative pricing. However,
comparative pricing should be used whenever practical. Purchase orders may be
issued regardless of the amount when required by the vendor or when the
complexity of the contract demands a formal document for clarity.
b. A purchase order is required for purchases where the estimated cost exceeds
$2,000. Cost of acquisition includes the cost of the item plus tax, shipping, or any
other related expenses. Purchase order request must consist of at least three
vendor quotes unless the vendor is considered a "sole source" supplier. Purchases
are not to be split to circumvent these purchasing limits.

City of Ridgecrest
FY 26-27 Budget Book

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ADMINISTRATIVE PURCHASING POLICY
FISCAL YEAR 2027
c. When seeking goods or services exceeding $2,000, a purchase order is required,
and the department is required to submit a purchase order request, including
specifications, at least three quotes, and other supporting data, to the Finance
Department before making the purchase. Upon approval, a purchase order will be
issued.
d. In accordance with California Public Contract Code Section 22032, the following
procedures shall apply to public projects:
i. Public projects of $75,000 or less may be performed by City staff (force
account), by negotiated contract, or by purchase order.
ii. Public projects of $220,000 or less may be awarded using informal bidding
procedures.
iii. Public projects exceeding $220,000 shall be subject to formal bidding
requirements, except as otherwise authorized by law or policy.

IV.

V.

Responsibilities of Departments
a. Each Department Head shall ensure employees are following purchasing
procedures in the department. Further, each department shall:
i. Verify that budget funds are available for items requisitioned.
ii. Consider the time required for the procurement process and plan for needs
in advance so as not to create an artificial "emergency."
iii. Never "split" orders for the purpose of avoiding procurement requirements.
Splitting a job to prevent bidding for a work of improvement is a felony and
will be referred to the District Attorney by the City Attorney for prosecution.
iv. Never obligate the City to unauthorized commitments.
v. Purchase orders are to be issued BEFORE goods or services are purchased.
Purchasing Policies
a. Ethics
In performing their duties under this policy, City Council members and employees
shall observe conflicts of interest and procurement statutes. City Council
members and employees shall consult with the City Attorney concerning the City's
interpretation of such laws. Violation of state laws pertaining to conflicts of interest
or procurement will result in discipline up to termination. City Council members
and employees shall follow the highest ethical standards in procurement.
Employees may make purchases from relatives, other than spouses, with written
authorization from the City Manager.
b. Vendor Requirements
Vendors doing business within the City of Ridgecrest must obtain a Ridgecrest City
business license. All vendors must complete the vendor registration form
(Attachment A) and an IRS form W-9, to be entered into the City of Ridgecrest
Accounts Payable system for payment.

City of Ridgecrest
FY 26-27 Budget Book

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EXHIBIT “B”
ADMINISTRATIVE PURCHASING POLICY
FISCAL YEAR 2027
c. Request of a Purchase Order
When a purchase order is required, a purchase order request must be entered into
the City's Purchasing system. The request must contain sufficient information to
ensure the acquisition of the correct item(s), vendor quote information, and
comments indicating the purpose of the requisition. The City's purchasing system
manages account budgets on a line-item basis. If the purchase order request being
entered will put an account over budget, a Budget Adjustment request (Attachment
B) must be completed before issuing the purchase order. Those budgets that are
managed at the project level require that project line items be within budget as well.
The Finance Director may allow a budget override as long as such action would not
put the fund over-budget when reasonably projected to the end of the fiscal year.
Purchase orders will not be made utilizing accounts that are unrelated to the type of
item or service being purchased.
d. Purchase Order
The purpose of a purchase order is to manage the budget, not to pay invoices. The
purchase order number is generated by the Finance Department upon final
approval and acceptance of the purchase order request. Upon completion of the
purchase order, the Finance Department will distribute copies to the ordering
department. The ordering department is responsible for forwarding the purchase
order to the vendor/contractor.
e. Amendment to Purchase Order
It is sometimes necessary to change a purchase order after it has been issued. The
three most common changes are monetary, time extension, and scope of work.
Only the City Manager or Finance Director may approve a formal change to an
existing purchase order. The requesting department must complete a purchase
order change request noting that it is for the purpose of a Contract Change Order.
The purchase order change request must include a detailed description of the
change/amendment. Upon approval by the Finance Director and/or City Manager,
the requesting department will receive an amended purchase order reflecting the
change(s). The requesting department is responsible for forwarding the change
order to the vendor.
f.

Open Purchase Order
Open purchase orders are entered into vendors that are expected to supply
products or services to the City on an ongoing and/or regular basis throughout the
year. Open purchase orders are closed at the conclusion of each fiscal year. A
department must make a request to the Finance Department at the beginning of
each fiscal year for an open purchase order to be issued for the new fiscal year.

City of Ridgecrest
FY 26-27 Budget Book

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EXHIBIT “B”
ADMINISTRATIVE PURCHASING POLICY
FISCAL YEAR 2027
g. Request for Proposal (RFP)/Request for Qualifications (RFQ)
In detail, the RFP/RFQ defines the terms, conditions, and specifications of goods or
services required by the City. An RFP is primarily intended for large, complex
projects where cost and performance are equally important. An RFQ is intended
mainly for professional services. However, the RFP/RFQ may also be utilized for
smaller projects. The RFP/RFQ will be used whenever the acquisition of goods or
services is multi-faceted and carries a high possibility of liability for the City.
Two-step RFP/RFQ: in this case, pricing is not included in the RFP/RFQ but is
submitted in a separate sealed envelope. Only after selection is made on the basis
of the proposal is the favored bidder's pricing information opened. The other
proposal's pricing envelopes are returned to the respective bidders unopened.
Once a bid has been accepted, and a contract is signed, the money budgeted to
fund the purchase is to be encumbered via a purchase order request.
h. Notice Inviting Sealed Proposals
The Notice Inviting Sealed Proposals (NISP) is prepared by the initiating division and
is formal notification, through posting and advertisement by the City Clerk that the
City is soliciting goods or services. This gives widespread exposure to the City's
needs, expands the vendor base, and fulfills the legal responsibility of providing fair
access to supplying the City's needs. The NISP must contain sufficient information
to define the work and other details to the reader and the date and time at which the
bids will be publicly opened and read. If expanded documentation is available, the
NISP must indicate the cost, if any, plus the procedures for acquiring such
documents (see II, c, City Manager Authorization).
Specifications and other relative data shall be sent to the City Manager, or his
authorized representative, for approval before issuing a NISP. Upon approval by the
City, the Notice will be prepared by the initiating department and forwarded to the
City Clerk for publication. The City Clerk must receive the Notice at least six weeks
before the date and time set for opening of bids.
Formal bid opening dates will be at a time, date, and location specified in the
Notice. The City Clerk, or a designee, will publicly open and declare the content of
bids received at the time and place specified in the Notice. Bids received after the
appointed hour for opening will be returned unopened to the sender. The City
Manager or City Council may reject all bids. In addition, the City may consider
responsiveness to specifications, ability to render post-purchase service, and the
life cycle cost of the equipment. Bid results will be made available to interested
parties following the bid reading.
For public improvement projects in excess of $50,000, the City Manager shall
report the formal bidding results to the City Council along with recommendations
regarding results and award. The Council will declare the outcome of bids at public
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ADMINISTRATIVE PURCHASING POLICY
FISCAL YEAR 2027
session. If at least two bids are not received, the bid opening may be suspended
pending City Council action. If the determination is made to open the sole original
bid, or if no other bids are received during the bid extension, the Council may: 1) Readvertise; 2) Order the work done by City employees; 3) Award the contract to the
sole bidder based on a cost analysis evidencing the relationship of the one bid to
expected market price, and 4) Negotiate a contract to the best advantage of the
City.
i.

j.

VI.

Credit Card Purchase
For certain purchases, the use of a credit card is expedient and sometimes even
necessary (e.g., car rental). Procedures for using City credit cards are described in
the City's Credit Card Policy & Procedures guide.
Receiving of Goods/ Equipment
i. Inspection and Testing
All goods procured by the City shall be subject to inspection and/or testing
upon receipt or completion by the department receiving the product to
assure conformance with the specifications set forth in the order. If a
product is determined to be unusable, it shall be rejected and returned to
the vendor as the vendor directs and for credit or replacement at their
expense. Items found not to specifications but of limited usability may be
conditionally accepted but only after renegotiation of the original contract.
ii. The Finance Director or their designee shall have the authority to require
chemical and physical tests or any other necessary tests to ensure full
compliance with the specifications.
iii. Acceptance
When goods have been received or a project has been completed to the
satisfaction of the ordering department, and the specifications, the packing
slip and/or other completion documentation shall be signed-off by the
receiver/inspector.
Information to be noted on the documents must include, as a minimum, the
acceptor's signature and a legible rendering of their name and the date of
receipt/completion. In addition, any deviation from the exact ordering
specifications must be noted on the receiving/acceptance documents.

Exceptions
a. In case of emergency, the City Manager may authorize the Finance Director or
designee to secure in the open market, at the lowest obtainable price, supplies,
materials, equipment, or contractual services required, regardless of the amount of
the expenditure. A breakdown in machinery or equipment resulting in the
interruption of an essential service or a distinct threat to public health, safety, or
welfare ("emergency") requires the immediate purchase of supplies, materials,
equipment, or services. During an emergency, the affected department may
purchase supplies, materials, equipment, or services after the department head

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has concluded that the purchase is essential to prevent delays that may adversely
affect citizens' lives, health, or safety. As soon as possible, the department head
shall provide a completed purchase order request to the Finance Director or
designee and a full written explanation of the circumstances.
i. Nothing contained herein shall limit the authority of the director of
emergency services or the City Manager to make purchases and take such
other emergency steps as are, or maybe, authorized by the City Council in
the case of a disaster or for civil defense.
b. Occasionally, required supplies, material, equipment, or services are of a
proprietary nature, or are otherwise of such specific design or construction, or are
specifically desired for purposes of maintaining cost-effective system consistency,
as to be available from only one source. After reasonable efforts to find alternative
suppliers, the Finance Director or designee may dispense with the requirement of a
minimum of three bids and recommend making the purchase from the sole source.
c. The Finance Director or designee may join with other public jurisdictions in
cooperative purchasing agreements. The Finance Director or designee may also buy
directly from a vendor at a price established by competitive bidding by another
public jurisdiction in substantial compliance with this policy, even if the City has not
joined with that public agency in a formal agreement. The Finance Director or
designee may also purchase from the United States of America or any state,
municipality, or other public corporation or agency without following formal
purchasing procedures as defined in this document.
d. Local preference is the practice of procurement from vendors who are City
taxpayers because it stimulates the City's economy. Purchase orders are issued
based on quality, previous performance, ability to meet the contract requirements,
availability of service and parts, delivery schedule, and payment terms/discounts.
When these factors are equal except price, a preference will be given to local
vendors at the discretion of the City Council or employee.
VII.

Record Keeping
The original bid shall be filed with the Clerk, and the original documents will be filed with
the Finance Department. When the purchase is final, all original documents shall be filed
with the City Clerk. The Finance Department shall maintain purchasing records.
During the course of a Contract, the department will maintain records of contract
administration. At the conclusion of the Contract, the original bids, specifications, and
other pertinent data will be forwarded, with the request for final payment, to the Finance
Department.

VIII.

Payment Procedures
a. Request for Payment
Payments are generated as a result of either a Payment Request form (Attachment

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C) or an Invoice. The ordering/administering department is responsible for initiating
payment requests for goods received and services rendered.
Upon completing the Payment Request Form, the requesting department shall
forward the completed form and proper supporting documentation to Accounts
Payable. If the request is for a partial payment on a purchase order, a copy of the
Purchase Order is to accompany the request; if it is for final payment on a purchase
order, a notation is to be made that the purchase order is to be closed following
processing of the requested payment.
All invoices are to be sent directly to the Finance Department by the vendor.
Invoices will then be submitted to the responsible department for coding and
approval. It is the responsibility of the ordering department to verify that funds are
available in the account number they code on the invoice. The invoice is then to be
returned to the Finance Department within the time frame specified by the Finance
Director. For purchases in excess of $2,000 that require a purchase order, a copy of
the Purchase Order is to accompany the invoice.
b. Urgent/Emergency Payment (Pre-lssue Payment)
Pursuant to City of Ridgecrest Resolution 00-91 Exhibit "A" § 4, the issuance of preissue payment is discouraged and should be done only in emergencies or when
expediting payment is required or highly desired by the circumstance as determined
by the City Manager. When requesting urgent/emergency payment, the requesting
division must complete a Pre-Issue Payment Request Form (Attachment D) and
attach all relevant supporting documentation. The request form must be signed by
the Department Head of the requesting department, the Finance Director, and the
City Manager.
IX.

Surplus Supplies and Equipment
All using departments shall submit to the City Manager at such time and in such form as
they shall prescribe, reports showing all supplies and equipment that are no longer used or
have become obsolete or worn out.
The City Manager shall have the authority to sell all supplies and equipment that any
department cannot use or that have become unsuitable for City use or exchange the same
for, or trade-in the same on, new supplies and equipment. The sale of such supplies &
equipment shall be made to the highest responsible quotation/bid.

X.

Definitions and Special Requirements
Bid Security
On council award procedures, except materials and supplies contracts, each bidder shall
be required to submit, with the bid, either by cash, cashier's check, certified check, or
Surety Bond, an amount not to exceed 10% of the aggregate amount of the bid. This

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requirement may be waived by the City Manager, on a case-by-case basis, before the
initiation of the bid.
Capital (Fixed) Assets Threshold
Capital assets are significant assets with a minimum total acquisition cost of $5,000 and a
useful life of at least three years. Typical examples are land, improvements to land,
easements, buildings, building improvements, vehicles, machinery, equipment, works of
art, historical treasures, infrastructure, and various intangible assets. Computer systems,
including capital software, are classified as fixed assets. Furniture and other related
durable goods are classified as fixed assets. Typically, any product, good, project, or piece
of equipment that requires formal bidding are fixed assets. Assets meeting this definition
are to be coded to an account number in the 5300 account code series when acquired.
Continuing Performance
A continuing activity or service that extends over time, not involving solely the delivery of
goods or materials.
Formal Bid
Written offer, more formal than a quote, to furnish supplies, equipment, vehicles, services
in conformity with the specifications, delivery terms, and conditions required at a
guaranteed maximum cost.
Lowest Responsible Bidder
The lowest responsible bidder is a bidder who, in addition to the lowest price, is financially
responsible and possesses the resources, judgment skills, ability, capacity, and integrity
necessary to perform the contract according to its terms.
Materials
Basic ingredients in a relatively raw, unrefined, or unmanufactured state that may be
worked into a more finished form (e.g., sand, wood, asphalt).
Performance Guarantee
All contractors in "continuing performance" service on contracts over $50,000, and all
public improvement project contracts over $50,000, are required to submit a performance
bond, letter of credit, or cash deposit equivalent to 100% of the contract within 10 working
days following award of the Contract, unless specifically exempted or modified by the City
Manager or City Attorney.
Professional Services
Professional or specialized services such as, but not limited to, those rendered by
architects, attorneys, engineers, technicians, etc.
Property Damage Insurance
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All contractors engaged in service on City property are required to maintain minimum
property damage insurance of $1,000,000 for each occurrence naming the City of
Ridgecrest as additional insured. Certain high-risk activities require higher limits.

Public Liability Insurance
All contractors engaged in service on City property are required to maintain minimum
public liability insurance of $1,000,000 for each occurrence naming the City of Ridgecrest
as additional insured. Certain high-risk activities will require higher limits.

Public Improvement Project
Specific, planned undertaking for the creation, improvement and/or repair of buildings and
works, including parks and related facilities; the construction and installation of streets,
parks, recreation facilities, municipal buildings, and sewers; for the general benefit of the
citizenry (e.g., street lights, drains, etc.).
Quote
A verbal or written promise from the vendor/contractor guaranteeing the cost of specific
goods, supplies, or services.
Sole Source Purchase
Only one supplier (source), to the best of the requester’s knowledge and belief, based upon
thorough research, is capable of delivering the required product or service. Similar types of
goods and services may exist, but only one supplier, for reasons of expertise, and/or
standardization, quality, compatibility with existing software or equipment, specifications,
or availability, is the only source that is acceptable to meet a specific need.
Supplies
Goods in a manufactured state kept in the ordinary course of business for regular use or
consumption (e.g., pencils, light bulbs, street signs).
Worker's Compensation Insurance
All contractors engaged in service on behalf of the City are required to maintain Worker's
Compensation insurance in accordance with the provisions of the State of California
contractor's licensing laws.

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EXHIBIT C
APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT (GANN LIMIT)

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APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT
FISCAL YEAR 2027
BACKGROUND
The voters of California, during a special election in 1979, approved Article XIII-B of the California
State Constitution (also known as Proposition 4, or the “Gann Limit Initiative”), which restricts the
total amount of appropriations allowed in any given fiscal year from the “proceeds of taxes”.

In 1980, the State Legislative added Section 9710 to the Government Code that required the
governing body of each local agency to establish, by resolution, an appropriations limit for the
following year. The appropriations limit for any fiscal year was equal to the previous year’s limit,
adjusted for population changes and the change in the U.S. Consumer Price Index (or California per
Capita Personal Income, if smaller). The necessary statistical information is provided each year by
the California State Department of Finance.
In June 1990, the voters modified the original Article XIII-B (Proposition 4/Gann Limit) with the
passage of Proposition 111 and its implementing legislation (California Senate Bill 88). Beginning
with the 1990-91 appropriations limit, a City may choose annual adjustment factors. The
adjustment factors include the growth in the California Per Capita Income or the growth in the nonresidential assessed valuation due to construction within the City, and the population growth within
the County or the City. Under Proposition 4, if a city ends the fiscal year having more proceeds of
taxes than the Limit allows, it must return the excess to the taxpayers within two years (either by
reducing taxes levied or fees charged).

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FISCAL YEAR 2027
CALCULATION OF LIMITATION

RIDGECREST’S APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT
The following table provides an analysis of the City of Ridgecrest’s appropriations limit. As seen in
the below table, the City’s appropriations have remained well below the Appropriations Limit.

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EXHIBIT D
STAFFING SUMMARY

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STAFFING SUMMARY
FISCAL YEAR 2027
CITY OF RIDGECREST

Date Adopted: 07/01/2027
STREETS FOREMAN

DEFINITION:
Under the general direction of the Public Works Supervisor, to perform advanced skilled
assignments; to provide supervision to personnel assigned to the Division; to assist in the planning
and organizing repair and maintenance of existing infrastructure; and to perform other duties as
assigned.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
General supervision is provided by the Public Works Supervisor. Responsibilities include the direct
supervision of the Streets personnel in the Streets and Fleet Maintenance Division.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is a single position class that reports directly to the Public Works Supervisor, is a first line
supervisor, and is accountable for the operations of the Division.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
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Provides leadership to Division personnel.
Ensures projects are completed safely and efficiently.
Assists with the planning, coordination, and supervision of daily Division operations.
Assists Supervisor with daily operations, scheduling, and crew assignments.
Provides direction and oversight to Division personnel.
Leads and participates in roadway maintenance operation, including asphalt paving, slurry seal
operations, pothole repair, crack sealing, striping, street sign repairs, and related street
maintenance work.
Performs and oversees road recapping projects including surface preparation, asphalt
placement, rolling, compaction, and traffic control.
Coordinates equipment setup, material staging, and job site preparation.
Monitors job progress, equipment use, materials, and workforce productivity.
Communicates work expectations, operational updates, and project requirements to Division
members.
Responds to emergency calls, after hours issues, and urgent City needs when assigned.
Ensures crews comply with safety procedures, traffic control requirements, department
policies, and applicable laws and regulations.
Trains, mentors, and supports employees in safe work practices, equipment operation, and
proper maintenance methods and procedures.
Provides Supervisor employee evaluation inputs.
Performs timecard inspections and approvals.
Evaluates service and equipment needs with available service vendors/products.
Reviews plans and blueprints of proposed projects to ensure compliance with City rules,
policies and regulations; discusses development plans with engineering staff.

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Attends and participates in meetings and represents the City in all significant public relations
matters related to Public Works maintenance functions.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES:
Education and/or Experience:
High school diploma or GED equivalent with five years of progressively responsible
experience in Public Works street maintenance and repair work, including two years in a
lead capacity.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to maintain effective working relationship with supervisors, employees, contractors,
and the public.
Ability to problem solve, decision making, and organizational skills.
Knowledge of traffic control procedures and safe work zone practices.
Ability to lead, motivate, and communicate effectively with work crews.
Knowledge of street maintenance methods, roadway recapping procedures, asphalt paving,
micro sealing operations.
Knowledge of Public Works systems such sewers, storm drains, and water.
Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize daily work assignments and projects.
Ability to safely and effectively operate a variety of heavy equipment, trucks, and
specialized street maintenance machinery.
Ability to perform basic computer tasks involving Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerTime.
Special Requirements:
Possession of or ability to obtain an appropriate California driver's license and a satisfactory
driving record.
Possession of a Class A Driver’s License.
Possession of or ability to obtain Weed Applicator’s License withing the first 18 months.
PHYSICAL PROFILE: Category III; 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22.

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STAFFING SUMMARY
FISCAL YEAR 2027
DEPARTMENT
City Council

FY 2026 - 2027 STAFFING SUMMARY
POSITION TITLE
FY 2027 FY 2026
City Council Members

Administration/Human Resources
City Manager
Deputy City Manager/Public Works Director
Deputy City Manager
City Clerk
Administrative Assistant Human Resources
Human Resources Administrator
Community Development
Economic Development Manager
Planner
P/T Administrative Analyst I
Administrative Analyst I
Administrative Analyst II
Administrative Analyst III
Comm Development Technician

FY 2025

FY 2024

FY 2023

FY 2022

5.00
5.00

5.00
5.00

5.00
5.00

5.00
5.00

5.00
5.00

5.00
5.00

1.00
1.00
2.00
4.00

1.00
1.00
1.00
2.00
5.00

1.00
1.00
1.00
2.00
5.00

1.00
1.00
1.00
2.00
5.00

1.00
1.00
1.00
3.00

1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
4.00

1.00

1.00

1.00
2.00
4.00

1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
2.00
7.00

1.00
0.50
2.00
1.00
2.00
6.50

1.00
2.00
1.00
2.00
6.00

1.00
2.00
2.00
5.00

1.00
1.00
1.00
3.00

1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
6.00

1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
6.00

1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
6.00

1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
6.00

1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
6.00

1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
6.00

1.00
2.00
3.00

1.00
2.00
3.00

1.00
2.00
3.00

1.00
2.00
3.00

1.00
2.00
3.00

1.00
1.00
1.00
3.00

1.00
1.00
1.00
2.00
5.00
3.00
2.00
3.50
1.27
19.77

1.00
1.00
1.00
2.00
4.00
5.00
1.00
3.50
1.40
19.90

1.00
1.00
1.00
2.00
5.00
1.50
3.00
2.00
2.85
1.48
20.83

1.00
1.00
1.00
3.00
1.50
3.00
2.00
2.00
2.85
1.48
1.10
19.93

1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
4.00
1.00
2.00
2.00
1.00
2.38
1.06
1.83
19.27

1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
3.00
2.00
3.00
2.00
2.40
2.19
2.19
20.78

Finance
Director of Finance
Assistant Finance Director
Accounting Supervisor
Account Clerk
Accounts Payable Technician
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Administrative Analyst I
Jr. Accountant
Payroll Technician I
Information Technology
Information Technology Manager
Information Systems Specialist
Information Systems Technician
Parks & Recreation
Director of Parks & Recreation
Recreation Supervisor
Administrative Analyst II - P&R
Administrative Analyst I - P&R
Parks Maintenance Supervisor
Cultural Affairs Coordinator II
Maintenance Worker I
Maintenance Worker I - Seasonal (3@900H)
Maintenance Worker II
Maintenance Worker III
Recreation Assistant
P/T Recreation Leaders (7@988H)
P/T Recreation Leaders - Day Camp (6@440H)
P/T Recreation Leaders - Preschool (3@760H)

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STAFFING SUMMARY
FISCAL YEAR 2027
FY 2026 - 2027 STAFFING SUMMARY
DEPARTMENT
POSITION TITLE
Planning Commission
Planning Commissioners

FY 2027

FY 2026

FY 2025

FY 2024

FY 2023

FY 2022

5.00
5.00

5.00
5.00

5.00
5.00

5.00
5.00

5.00
5.00

5.00
5.00

1.00
2.00
6.00
20.00
4.00
6.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
2.00
0.73
2.00
1.00
4.00
1.00
1.00
0.50
0.50
54.73

1.00
2.00
6.00
24.00
2.00
6.00
0.50
1.00
1.00
2.00
2.00
1.00
4.00
1.00
1.00
0.50
0.50
55.50

1.00
2.00
6.00
23.00
2.00
6.00
0.50
1.00
1.00
2.00
2.00
1.00
4.00
1.00
1.00
0.75
0.50
54.75

1.00
2.00
6.00
23.00
2.00
6.00
1.00
1.00
2.00
2.00
1.00
4.00
1.00
1.00
0.75
53.75

1.00
2.00
6.00
19.00
2.00
5.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
2.00
1.00
3.00
1.00
1.00
0.75
46.75

1.00
2.00
6.00
23.00
2.00
5.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
2.00
1.00
3.00
1.00
1.00
0.75
50.75

1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
4.00

1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
5.00

1.00
1.00
1.00
3.00

1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
4.00

1.00
1.00
1.00
2.00
5.00

1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
2.00
6.00

Code Enforcement Officer

2.00
2.00

2.00
2.00

2.00
2.00

2.00
2.00

2.00
2.00

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Public Works Supervisor
Streets Forman
Fleet Mechanic I
Fleet Mechanic II
Fleet Mechanic III
Maintenance Worker I
Maintenance Worker II
Maintenance Worker III

1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
6.00
1.00
4.00
15.00

1.00
1.00
1.00
6.00
1.00
5.00
15.00

1.00
1.00
1.00
5.00
2.00
5.00
15.00

1.00
1.00
1.00
6.00
2.00
3.00
14.00

1.00
1.00
6.00
2.00
3.00
13.00

1.00
1.00
4.00
2.00
3.00
11.00

Transit Services Coordinator
Transit Administrator/ Dispatcher
Transit Operatons Supervisor
Transit Dispatcher
Transit Road Safety/Driver Train
Transit Driver
Transit Driver - P/T (2496 hours total for all 3)

1.00
1.00
5.00
7.00

1.00
1.00
5.00
7.00

1.00
1.00
1.00
5.00
8.00

1.00
1.00
1.00
5.00
8.00

1.00
1.00
1.00
5.00
8.00

1.00
1.00
1.00
5.00
1.20
9.20

Police
Chief of Police
Captain
Sergeant
Police Officer
Police Officer - Authorized but Unfunded
Community Service Officer
Dispatcher
P/T Dispatcher
Administrative Analyst II - PD
Administrative Analyst I - PD
Animal Shelter Supervisor
Kennel Attendant
P/T Kennel Attendant
Animal Control Officer
Property/Evidence LDO/Vehicle Maintenance Clerk
Police Clerk II
Police Clerk Supervisor
Code Enforcement Officer
P/T PACT Coordinator
P/T Background Investigator
Public Works - Administration & Engineering
Director of Public Works
Administrative Analyst II
Administrative Analyst I - PW
Administrative Secretary
Assistant Public Works Director/City Engineer
Senior Engineer
Engineer II
Engineer I
Solid Waste

Streets

Transit

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FISCAL YEAR 2027
FY 2026 - 2027 STAFFING SUMMARY
DEPARTMENT

POSITION TITLE

FY 2027

FY 2026

FY 2025

FY 2024

FY 2023

FY 2022

Chief Plant Operator
Wastewater Foreman
Wastewater Operator I
Wastewater Operator II
Wastewater Operator III
Wastewater Operator Trainee
Wastewater Pretreatment Inspector

1.00
1.00
4.00
2.00
2.00
10.00

1.00
1.00
1.00
2.00
3.00
1.00
9.00

1.00
1.00
3.00
3.00
1.00
1.00
10.00

1.00
1.00
2.00
3.00
1.00
1.00
9.00

1.00
1.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
1.00
9.00

1.00
1.00
1.00
4.00
2.00
9.00

TOTAL BUDGETED POSITIONS

139.50

144.40

144.08

140.68

130.02

132.73

Wastewater

Note: 1 FTE = 2080 hours

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SCHEDULE OF FEES

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SCHEDULE OF FEES
FISCAL YEAR 2027
DEPARTMENT: ADMINISTRATION
Fee
Category

Description
of Fee

FY 2027
Fee

FY 2026
Fee

Plans & Specifications

Public Works Projects

Varies

Varies

Copies

Copies of Various Items

Varies

Varies

Council Chamber
Appeal
Council Chamber IT Services

Room Rent w/o IT services

$51/hour
$725.00
$150.00
$60/hour

$51/hour

City Council

City Council Nomination Papers (Ordinance 94-07 § 2)

$25.00

$25.00

Records Requests

$2.00
$2.00
Hard Copy - 1st page (B&W)
$0.20
$0.20
Hard Copy - Additional pages (B&W) - up to 6 pages
$0.80
$0.80
After 6 page per ounce charge
$2.00
$2.00
Hard Copy - 1st page (Color)
$0.45
$0.45
Hard Copy - Additional pages (Color) - up to 6 pages
$1.60
$1.60
After 6 pages per ounce charge
$1.50
$1.50
Faxed Documents - 1st page
$0.15
$0.15
Faxed Documents - Additional pages
$0.10
$0.10
Electronic - per page*
$1.35/minute $1.35/minute
Scanned/Emailed Documents**
Note: 2 minute minimum charge of $2.70 applies to all requests
Copy Fees +
Copy Fees +
Mailed Documents
Actual Mail
Actual Mail
Cost
Cost

Council Chamber IT Services For First 2 Hours
Council Chamber IT Services For Each Hour over 2 Hours

Electronic Media (USB, etc.)

$10.00/device

$150.00
$60/hour

$10.00/device

*Electronic where printing is needed in order to scan - same charge as B&W and color copies that are printed PLUS $.10 per
page for scanning.
**Electronic where information must first be extracted from source - In addition to the printing charges described above, the City
may charge for time spent extracting information from an existing source at a rate of $1.35 per minute.
***All credit card payments will be charged a 2.95% or a $3.00 minimum service fee.

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SCHEDULE OF FEES
FISCAL YEAR 2027
DEPARTMENT: FINANCE
Fee
Category
Business Licenses Admin
Fees
(Not the Ordinance
Governed BL Tax)

Miscellaneous

Description
of Fee

FY 2027
Fee
25.00

$

25.00

$
20.00
Renewal Fee
Varies
Duplicate License Fee (Ordinance 92-02 § 13)
$
20.00
Live Entertainment Fee (Ordinance 15-02)
Note: Fee added to base Business License Fee

$
$

20.00
Varies
20.00

$

Varies
25.00

New License Fee

Copies
Returned Check Fee

$

$

*All credit card payments will be charged a 2.95% or a $3.00 minimum service fee.
** All eCheck payments will be charged a $ .50 service fee.

City of Ridgecrest
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FY 2026
Fee

123

Varies
25.00

EXHIBIT “E”
SCHEDULE OF FEES
FISCAL YEAR 2027
CITY OF RIDGECREST
BUSINESS LICENSE FEES
License
Classification
(A)

Retail Sales and Services

(B)

Professionals

(C)

Manufacturing

(D)

Vending

(E)

Wholesale

(F)

Catering from Vehicle

(G)

Itinerant Merchant

(H)

Residential Rental

(I)

Mobile Home Space Rentals

(J)

Commercial Rentals

(K)

Pool Tables, Bowling Alleys

(L)

Card Rooms

(M)

Billboards/Outdoor Advertising

(N)

Carnivals (Non-Charitable Sponsor)

(O)

Carnivals (Charitable Sponsor)

(P)

Shoe Shining

(Q)

Non-Licensed Contractor, Handyman

(R)

Licensed Contractor

(S)

Part-Time Intermittent

(T)

Swap Meets, Craft Exhibitions, Flea Markets
Adult Entertainment
Bingo Games (Charitable Sponsor)

City of Ridgecrest
FY 26-27 Budget Book

Fee Type
Base Fee
Additional Employees (After first five)
Base Fee
Additional Professional
Additional Non-Professional
Base Fee
Additional Employees (After first five)
Base Fee
Additional Employees (After first five)
Base Fee
Additional Vehicles
Base Fee
Additional Vehicles (After first five)
Base Fee
ID Badge
Base Fee
Additional Units (After first four)
Base Fee
Additional Units (After first four)
Base Fee
Additional parcel or structures
Base Fee
Additional table or alley
Base Fee
Additional table
Base Fee
Additional Sign
Base Fee
Per each concession
Base Fee
Base Fee
Additional Chair
Base Fee
Additional Employees
Base Fee
Additional Licensed contractors
Additional Non-licensed employees
Base Fee
ID Badge
Base Fee
Per day Non-licensed vendors
Base Fee
Instigation Fee
Base Fee

124

2027 Fee

2026 Fee

89
7
89
89
7
124
7
89
100
89
23
89
100
236
7
100
7
100
7
89
23
119
7
579
60
89
89
579
23
149
22
7
100
7
100
100
7
12
7
579
12
631
65
75

87
7
87
87
7
121
7
87
97
87
22
87
97
230
7
97
7
97
7
87
22
116
7
564
58
87
87
564
22
145
21
7
97
7
97
97
7
12
7
564
12
614
63
73

EXHIBIT “E”
SCHEDULE OF FEES
FISCAL YEAR 2027

BUILDING PLAN CHECK AND INSPECTION FEES
A. PAYMENT OF FEES
1. Fees shall be paid in advance or at the time the fee is capable of calculation
Additionally charged fees shall be paid prior to the commencement of the
additional work for which a fee is assessed, prior to the issuance of a permit,
or prior to approval of projects where a time and materials charge has been
determined and additional fees have been calculated. The City may require an
advance deposit of the estimated cost of time and material work. Re-inspection
fees shall be paid prior to the next succeeding called inspection.
2. Exceptions:
a. The City Manager or designee may refund unexpired subscription fee upon
request, for cancellation of the monthly permit summary service.
b. The City Manager or designee may waive payment of additionally charged fees
if he/she determines that the delay or defect which necessitated the special
fees was occasioned without fault or neglect of the permittee.
B. PERMIT ISSUANCE FEE
1. For each building, relocation, demolition, plumbing, mechanical, electrical,
electrical maintenance, grading, special/miscellaneous or mobile home site
preparation permit application, there shall be a permit issuance fee. Permits may
be combined on any project and one issuance fee charged.
Permit Issuance Fee, each permit issued
$ 95
2. Exceptions:
For mobile home set-up permits and accessory structures see Section “K.”
C. PERMIT EXTENSION OF TIME
Annual extension of time of Building permits, for which five years have expired
from the issuance date.
Annual Time extension
$ 100
D. FEE REFUND POLICY
1. Clerical errors on the part of the County, resulting in overpayment. Refund in full,
fees paid that exceed the true and correct fee.
2. Project termination by written request* of the applicant prior to any plan checking
or other work being done by the Department. Refunds of fees paid including plan
check fees, but less the issuance, the processing and strong motion
instrumentation fees.
Processing Fee
$ 90
Strong Motion Instrumentation Fee**
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3. Project termination by written request* of the applicant any time after plan check
by the Department has started, but prior to the start of construction Refunds of fees
paid, less all plan check fees and less the issuance, the processing and strong
motion instrumentation fees.
Processing Fee
$ 90
Strong Motion Instrumentation Fee**

Variable

* Written requests stating the reason for termination must be made within the time
limitations for plan checking or start of construction or approved extensions thereof
granted by the City and established under the Code of Building Regulations Requests
made after expiration of the time limits will not be valid, and the fees will be retained by
the City. If the permit has been issued to an applicant, the approved plans and job card
must be returned to the City Building Division for cancellation along with the letter of
request.
** For the Strong Motion Instrumentation Fees see Section E, Administrative Fees.
E. ADMINISTRATIVE FEES
1. Special Inspection/Investigation fee for inspection, investigation and research of
any work done without benefit of required permits or any land use not in
Compliance with City Ordinances. This charge may also include file preparation,
consulting and any applicable administrative costs. Also, applies to any special
inspection or investigation at the request of the public.
Actual Time and Material Cost
Variable
2. Expungement of Recorded Notice of Building Code or Zoning Ordinance
Violations. This charge shall include all file preparation, investigation, consulting
administrative, recordation, public hearing and any other costs associated with the
processing and correction of the violation.
Actual Time and Material Cost
Variable
3. Second and subsequent re-inspection necessitated by faulty or incomplete work.
Each Re-inspection
$ 90
4. Strong Motion Instrumentation Fee shall be charged on all permits issued. The fee
is in accordance with and required by California State Public Resources Code
Section 2705.
a. Residential Occupancies, one to three stories in height, excluding hotels
and motels; $10 per each $100,000 in valuation with appropriate fractions
thereof (minimum fee is $1).
Strong Motion Fee
$10 per $100,000 Valuation
b. All other Occupancies, $21 per each $100,000 in valuation with appropriate
fractions thereof (minimum fee is $1)
Strong Motion Fee
$21 per $100,000 Valuation

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FISCAL YEAR 2027

5. Hourly flat rate charge for inspection/research services. Includes inspection for
work which requires a permit but for which fees are not otherwise provided.
Each Hour or Portion Thereof
$ 70
F. BUILDING PERMIT FEE
1. The Building Permit Fee, excluding the Permit Issuance Fee, is composed of 1/3
plan check service and 2/3 building inspection, where the combined fee is
determined by the Percentage Method of Calculation.
2. Exceptions:
a. The 1/3 plan check service shall be deleted when no plan is required. The
total Building Permit Fee, excluding the Permit Issuance Fee, shall be 2/3
of the fee determined by the Percentage Method of Calculation.
b. The plan check fee shall be reduced by 50% (equal to 1/6 of the Building
Permit Fee) for an “R-1, “R-3”, or “M-1’’ occupancy plan which is identical
to a plan on which a Permit has been issued within the previous six months.
The total Building Permit Fee, excluding the Permit Issuance Fee, shall be
5/6 of the permit fee determined by the Percentage Method of Calculation.
Additional first time plan check fee of .4% valuation for the identical plan.
G. PERCENTAGE METHOD OF CALCULATION FOR BUILDING PERMIT FEE
1. Construction of new buildings, remodels, additions, and accessory structures shall
have Building Permit Fees based on the table listed below. Such fees shall be
inclusive of plan check, building inspection, electrical, mechanical and plumbing
fees.
Total Valuation

Building Permit Fee

$1 to $28,000

See Exhibit “D”

$28,001 to $500,000

2.2% of Valuation

$500,001 to $1,000,000

$11,000 for first $500,000 of Valuation, plus
$2.00 for each $100 of Valuation or fraction
thereof, up to and including $1,000,000

$1,000,001 or more

$21,000 for first $1,000,000 of Valuation, plus
$1.80 for each $100 of Valuation or fraction
thereof

2. Permit fees for factory-built housing shall include Permit Issuance Fees plus 50%
of the amounts listed in (1) above.
3. Valuations:
In determining valuation for the purpose of computing Building Permit Fees, costs
per square foot for various types of structures, as published under the heading
BUILDING VALUATION DATA in the March-April 1994 issue of Building
Standards, using the modifier of 1.00, as published by the International Code
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FISCAL YEAR 2027

Council, shall be used (Exhibit “B”). For occupancies and/or types not included
within the Building Valuations Data, the City Manager or designee may determine
valuations based on similar occupancies and/or types or an engineer’s estimate.
Included in these Percentage Method of Calculation Building Permit Fees are the
STANDARD REPAIR COSTS FEES (Exhibit “C”), the STANDARD REMODEL
FEES (Exhibit “D”), and the FEES FOR CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS, HEAVY
ENGINEERED FOUNDATIONS AND CONCRETE BLOCK RETAINING WALLS
(Exhibit “E”).
For single item inspections or small projects, the itemized method of calculation will be
used. Examples include installation of an electrical panel, relocation of HVAC, and
replacement of water heater.
H. ELECTRICAL PERMIT FEE (ITEMIZED METHOD OF CALCULATION)
1. Permit Issuance Fee (each permit issued)

$ 95

2. Services
a. 0 to 600 volts, each

$ 44

b. Over 600 volts, each

$ 105

3. Alteration and Additions
a. Where no structural work is being done or where it is impractical to use the
percentage method of calculation:
i. Receptacles and lighting fixtures-Each 10 or fraction thereof $ 25
ii. Multi-outlet assemblies (plug-mold, light track, etc)
Each 20 feet or fraction thereof

$ 25

b. For equipment rated in horsepower (HP), kilowatts (KW) or kilo-volt-amps
(KVA), the fee for each motor, transformer, and/or appliance shall be:
i. 0.0 to 5
$ 18
ii. 5.1 to 15

$ 22

iii. 15.1 to 100

$ 40

iv. 100.1 to 500

$ 73

v. Over 500

$ 124

Notes:
▪ For equipment or appliances that have more than one motor, heater
or combination of both, the sum of the combined ratings may be used
to compute the fee.

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FISCAL YEAR 2027

▪

These fees shall include all switches, circuit breakers, contactors
relays and other directly related control equipment

4. Temporary Services
a. Temporary or construction services including pole or pedestal
b. Additional supporting poles, each
5. Miscellaneous
a. Area lighting standards (over six feet in height)
- Up to and including ten on each site
- Over ten on a site, each

$ 44
$ 29

$ 18
$ 11

b. Temporary sale stands (Christmas tree lots, etc., including service) $ 65
6. Overhead Line Construction (additional fees in this schedule may apply)
a. Poles and anchors, each

$ 15

7. Illuminated Signs – Alteration of any existing sign, each

$ 22

I. MECHANICAL PERMIT FEE (ITEMIZED METHOD OF CALCULATION)
1. Permit Issuance Fee (each permit issued)

$95

2. For the installation or relocation of forced-air or gravity-type furnaces or burners,
including ducts and vents attached to such appliances.
a. 0 to 150,000 B.T.U.
$ 51
b. 150,001 to 1,750,000 B.T.U.

$ 65

c. Over 1,750,000 B.T.U.

$ 135

3. For the installation or relocation of combination heating/air conditioning units,
including ducts and vents attached to such appliances.
a. Up to 5 H.P.
$ 98
b. Over 5 H.P.

$ 135

4. For the installation, relocation or replacement of each suspended heater, wall
heater, floor mounted unit heater or floor furnace (no ducts).
$ 51
5. For the installation, relocation or replacement of each appliance vent installed and
not included in an appliance permit.
$ 29
6. For the repair of, alteration of, or addition to each heating appliance, refrigeration
unit, comfort cooling unit, absorption unit, or each comfort heating, cooling,
absorption, or evaporative cooling system, including installation of controls.$ 51
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FISCAL YEAR 2027

7. For the installation or relocation of boilers or compressors.
a. 0 to 5 H.P.
b. Over 5 H.P.

$ 98
$ 135

8. For the installation or relocation of absorption system.
a. 0 to 150,000 B.T.U.
b. Over 150,000 B.T.U.

$ 65
$ 113

9. For each air handling unit to and including 10,000 cubic feet per minute, including
ducts attached thereto.
$ 51
Note: This fee shall not apply to air a handling unit which is a portion of a
factory assembled appliances, comfort cooling unit, evaporative cooler or
absorption unit for which a permit is required elsewhere in the Code of
Building Regulations
10. For each air handling unit over 10,000 cubic feet per minute.

$ 65

11. For each evaporative cooler other than portable type.

$ 40

12. For each ventilation fan connected to a single duct.

$ 29

13. For each ventilation system which is not a portion of any heating or
air conditioning system authorized by a permit.

$ 40

14. For the installation of each commercial hood which is served by
mechanical exhaust, including the ducts for such hood.

$ 124

15. For the installation or relocation of each free-standing fireplace,
including vent.

$ 65

16. For the installation or relocation of each commercial or industrial
type incinerator.

$ 164

17. For each appliance or piece of equipment not classified in other
appliance categories, or for which no other fees are listed in this schedule $ 55

J. PLUMBING PERMIT FEE (ITEMIZED METHOD OF CALCULATION)
1. Permit Issuance Fee (each permit issued)

$ 95

2. For each plumbing fixture or trap or set of fixtures on one trap
(including water, drainage piping, and backflow protection thereof).

$ 29

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FISCAL YEAR 2027

3. For each building, mobile home, commercial coach, or
manufactured house sewer.

$ 51

4. Rain water systems, each drain (inside building).

$ 25

5. For each water heater and/or vent.

$ 29

6. For first gas-piping system outlet.

$ 29

7. For each additional gas piping system outlet, per outlet.

$ 15

8. For each grease interceptor or industrial waste pre-treatment
interceptor, including its trap, vent and traffic slab.

$ 113

9. For installation, alteration, or repair of water piping and/or water
treating equipment, each fixture.

$ 29

10. For repair or alteration of drainage or vent piping per fixture or unit

$ 29

11. For each vacuum breaker or backflow protective device.

$ 29

12. For each water service.

$ 25

13. For each outlet not serving a fixture, each outlet.

$ 11

14. For each private sewage disposal system consisting of one septic
tank and one seepage pit or drain line.

$ 160

15. For each septic tank, seepage pit, cesspool, or drain line in excess of one. $ 51
16. For any change or repair to existing septic tank, seepage pit or drain line. $ 98
17. For the abandonment of septic systems.

$ 44

18. For each graywater system.

$ 145

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SCHEDULE OF FEES
FISCAL YEAR 2027

K. MOBILE HOME FEES
1. Permit Issuance Fee (each permit issued)
2. Application Filing Fee for mobile home not installed on a permanent
foundation.

$ 95
$ 40

3. Installation Permit Fee for mobile home not installed on a permanent
foundation – New or used, required to be moved under a permit. *

$ 262

4. Site Preparation Fee for mobile home not installed on a permanent
foundation – including all facilities; and LPG tank. **

$ 309

5. Application Filing Fee for mobile home installed on a permanent
foundation

$ 273

6. Installation and Site Preparation Permit Fee – mobile home installed
on a permanent foundation - including, all site preparation, foundation
systems, mobile home installation, and LPG tank. * and **

$ 615

7. Installation Permit Fee - Existing mobile home to be placed on a
permanent foundation - All site facilities, including gas, water, electric
and sewer, to be in place and pre-existing. * and **

$ 309

8. Mobile home Accessory Structure Fees – Construction or alteration
permit fees for mobile home accessory buildings and structures that
have a Standard Plan Approval from the Kern County Department
of Housing and Community Development are as follows:
a. Each cabana or ramada

$ 113

b. Each private garage

$ 40

c. Each awning or carport

$ 40

d. Each porch

$ 40

e. Each fence or windbreak over six feet in height

$ 40

9. Mobile home Earthquake Stabilization Systems – For existing
manufactured homes.

$ 382

* A separate Flood Hazard Evaluation may also be required.
** A separate permit will be required for any grading required by the Kern County Code
of Building Regulations.

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SCHEDULE OF FEES
FISCAL YEAR 2027

L. SPECIAL/MISCELLANEOUS PERMITS (INCLUDES PLAN CHECK FEE)
1. Permit Issuance Fee (each permit issued)
$ 95
2. Commercial Coach Installation

$ 531

3. Masonry Fireplaces

$ 244

4. Satellite Dish

$ 244

5. Signs
a. Wall Mounted

$ 98

b. Monument – Greater than six feet above grade

$ 127

c. Single Pole

$ 324

d. Double Pole

$ 364

6. Solar Systems (Residential)

$ 280

7. Spas (In ground)
a. Standard Plans

$ 204

b. Non-Standard Plans

$ 244

8. Swimming Pools (In ground)
a. Standard Plans

$ 596

b. Non-Standard Plans

$ 716

c. Commercial

$ 924

9. Foundation only Permits (minimum) (See Exhibit “E”)

$ 189

10. Solar Re-installation Permit

$155

a. Must be a previously permitted Solar Array
b. Installer must be a Qualified Solar Contractor
11. Fire Surveys
$155
a. Must be obtained to receive a Fire Report
b. Must be obtained prior to issuance of a Fire Repair Permit
c. Fire Repair permits shall be conditional based on findings.
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FISCAL YEAR 2027

i. Fire Repair May Require engineering and Plan Check

M. ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS
1) Actual costs are based on time and material. Time is the fully
allocated hour rate of an employee.
2) Charges for third-party consultants or outside services will equal
actual contract costs plus 25% administrative charge and/or
actual costs. A deposit may be required.
3) City shall retain full authority and discretion in retaining
consultants as needed to provide services.
4) Any requested services not cover under this schedule will be
charged actual costs based on time and material. A deposit
may be required.
5) Third-party consultants (excluding Kern County) for single item
building inspections will be charged 125% of hourly rate plus
permit issuance fee. A deposit will be required.
6) Third-party consultants (excluding Kern County) for building inspections
where the current building permit fee does not cover city costs due to
consultant costs. The percent of the project valuation in determining the
Building Permit Fee may be increased by the City Manager to cover city
costs.

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SCHEDULE OF FEES
FISCAL YEAR 2027

BUILDING VALUATION DATA
The building valuation data as compiled in April of 1994 and published in the Building Standards magazine
modified for areas in California other than Los Angeles and San Francisco.
COST PER SQUARE
FOOT AVERAGE
1 APARTMENT HOUSES:
Type I or II F.R.*
Type V- Masonry (or Type Ill)
Type V - Wood Frame
Type I - Basement Garage

$
$
$
$

62.93
54.15
50.70
28.95

2 AUDITORIUMS:
Type I or II F.R.
Type II - 1-Hour
Type II - N
Type Ill - 1-Hour
Type Ill - N
Type V- 1-Hour
Type V - N

$
$
$
$
$
$
$

80.65
57.81
55.27
60.72
58.00
57.72
54.99

3 BANKS:
Type I or II F.R.
Type II - 1-Hour
Type II - N
Type Ill - 1-Hour
Type Ill - N
Type V- 1-Hour
Type V - N
4 BOWLING ALLEYS:
Type II - 1-Hour
Type II - N
Type Ill - 1-Hour
Type III - N
Type V- 1-Hour
5 CHURCHES:
Type I or II F.R.
Type II - 1-Hour
Type II - N
Type Ill - 1-Hour
Type Ill - N
Type V - 1-Hour
Type V - N
6 CONVALESCENT HOSPITALS:
Type I or II F.R.
Type II - 1-Hour
Type Ill - 1-Hour
Type V - 1-Hour

City of Ridgecrest
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COST PER SQUARE
FOOT AVERAGE
7 DWELLINGS:
Type V - Masonry
Type V - Wood Frame
Basements Semi-Finished
Unfinished

$ 57.15
$ 53.50
$ 17.39
$ 13.44

8 FIRE STATIONS:
Type I or II F.R.
Type II - 1-Hour
Type II - N
Type Ill - 1-Hour
Type Ill - N
Type V - 1-Hour
Type V - N

$
$
$
$
$
$
$

87.23
56.87
54.05
62.70
59.97
58.47
55.65

$ 114.12
$ 76.17
$ 80.46
$ 91.84
$ 88.64
$ 82.63
$ 79.90

9 HOMES FOR THE ELDERLY:
Type I or II F.R.
Type II - 1-Hour
Type II - N
Type Ill - 1-Hour
Type Ill - N
Type V - 1-Hour
Type V - N

$
$
$
$
$
$
$

79.90
64.30
61.29
66.93
64.11
64.48
61.76

$
$
$
$
$

10 HOSPITALS:
Type I or II F.R.*
Type Ill - 1-Hour
Type V - 1-Hour

$ 125.49
$ 102.84
$ 97.29

11 HOTELS AND MOTELS:
Type I or II F.R.*
Type Ill - 1-Hour
Type Ill - N
Type V - 1-Hour
Type V - N

$
$
$
$
$

77.27
66.74
63.54
59.13
56.30

12 INDUSTRIAL PLANTS:
Type I or II F.R.
Type II - 1-Hour
Type II - N (Stock)
Type Ill - 1-Hour
Type Ill - N
Tilt-up
Type V - 1 Hour
Type V - N

$
$
$
$
$
$
$

43.80
30.17
27.64
30.83
22.65
31.02
28.39

$
$
$
$
$
$
$

38.63
36.00
42.21
39.39
28.67

76.33
56.59
53.77
61.57
58.75
57.15
54.52

$ 106.97
$ 72.57
$ 75.29
$ 70.59

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SCHEDULE OF FEES
FISCAL YEAR 2027
COST PER SQUARE
FOOT AVERAGE

COST PER SQUARE
FOOT AVERAGE

13 JAILS:
Type I or II F.R.
Type Ill - 1-Hour
Type V - 1-Hour

$ 122.20
$ 109.89
$ 82.72

20 RESTAURANTS:
Type Ill - 1-Hour
Type Ill - N
Type V - 1-Hour
Type V - N

$
$
$
$

74.07
71.63
67.68
64.95

14 LIBRARIES:
Type I or II F.R.
Type II - 1-Hour
Type II - N
Type Ill - 1-Hour
Type Ill - N
Type V - 1-Hour
Type V - N

$
$
$
$
$
$
$

89.68
64.77
61.57
68.34
65.05
64.11
61.29

21 SCHOOLS:
Type I or II F.R.
Type II - 1-Hour
Type Ill - 1-Hour
Type Ill - N
Type V - 1-Hour
Type V- N

$
$
$
$
$
$

85.45
57.53
61.76
58.56
57.53
54.90

15 MEDICAL OFFICES:
Type I or II F.R.
Type II - 1-Hour
Type II - N
Type Ill - 1-Hour
Type Ill - N
Type V - 1-Hour
Type V - N

$
$
$
$
$
$
$

91.56
70.12
66.93
73.88
71.16
68.53
65.80

22 SERVICE STATIONS:
Type II - N
Type Ill - 1-Hour
Type V - 1-Hour
Canopies

$
$
$
$

51.14
53.20
45.21
21.24

16 OFFICES:**
Type I or II F.R:
Type II - 1-Hour
Type II - N
Type Ill - 1-Hour
Type Ill - N
Type V - 1-Hour
Type V - N

$
$
$
$
$
$
$

81.97
55.33
51.89
58.66
56.02
54.33
51.61

23 STORES:
Type I or II F.R.*
Type II - 1-Hour
Type II - N
Type Ill - 1-Hour
Type Ill - N
Type V - 1-Hour
Type V - N

$
$
$
$
$
$
$

63.36
38.16
37.41
46.62
43.99
39.10
36.10

17 PRIVATE GARAGES:
Wood Frame
Masonry
Open Carports

$
$
$

18.42
20.68
12.50

24 THEATERS:
Type I or II F.R.
Type Ill - 1-Hour
Type Ill - N
Type V - 1-Hour
Type V - N

$
$
$
$
$

84.41
60.72
57.90
56.78
53.96

25 WAREHOUSES:***
Type I or II F.R.
Type II or V - 1-Hour
Type II or V - N
Type Ill - 1-Hour
Type Ill - N

$
$
$
$
$

37.98
22.18
20.87
25.47
24.35

26 EQUIPMENT:
AIR CONDITIONING
Commercial
Residential
SPRINKLER SYSTEMS

$
$
$

3.29
2.73
1.60

18 PUBLIC BUILDINGS:
Type I or II F.R:
Type II - 1-Hour
Type II - N
Type Ill - 1-Hour
Type Ill - N
Type V - 1-Hour
Type V - N
19 PUBLIC GARAGES:
Type I or II F.R:*
Type I or II Open Parking
Type II - N
Type Ill - 1-Hour
Type Ill - N
Type V - 1-Hour

City of Ridgecrest
FY 26-27 Budget Book

$
$
$
$
$
$
$

$
$
$
$
$
$

95.32
76.05
72.94
78.77
76.23
72.10
69.37

37.22
28.20
21.81
28.11
25.10
25.47

* Add 0.5% to total cost for each story over three.
** Deduct 20% for shell only building.
*** Deduct 11 % for mini-warehouses.

136

EXHIBIT “E”
SCHEDULE OF FEES
FISCAL YEAR 2027

STANDARD REPAIR COSTS
BUILDING FEES
Plans:
1. Without Engineering
2. With Engineering

$618.00
$927.00

Foundation Area:
1. Concr Floor Porches & Steps - sq ft
2. Concr Foundations Wood Floor - sq ft
Porches & Steps - sq ft
3. Underpinning - lin ft
4. Redwood Plate or Sill - lin ft
5. Screened Vents (each)
6. Attic Vents (each)

$8.50
$8.50
$4.00
$4.00
$5.00
$16.00
$93.00

Framing Items:
1. Studs (each)
2. 2x4 Reinforcing - lin ft
3. 2x6 Joists Blocking - lin ft
4. 2x10 Joists - Blocking - lin ft
5. 2x12 Joists - Blocking - lin ft
6. 2x4 Rafters - lin ft
7. Plywood - sq ft

$12.00
$4.00
$5.00
$5.50
$6.00
$5.00
$6.50

Beams:
1. 4x8 - lin ft
2. 4x10 - lin ft
3. 4x12 - lin ft
4. 4x14 - lin ft

$5.50
$6.50
$7.50
$8.50

Wall Cover:
1. Stucco - sq yd
2. Siding - sq yd
3. Plaster - sq yd
4. Sheet Rock - sq yd
5. Thin Wall - sq yd

$32.00
$32.00
$27.00
$10.50
$25.00

Roof Cover:
1. Wood Shingle per sq
2. Wood Shake per sq
3. Asphalt Shingle per sq
4. Built Up Roof per sq

$370.00
$400.00
$160.00
$240.00

City of Ridgecrest
FY 26-27 Budget Book

137

Plumbing:
1. Fixture Replacement, Traps
2. Private Sewerage - lin ft
3. Sewer Line - lin ft
4. Gas Orifice Change (each)

$750.00
$33.00
$12.00
$104.00

Mechanical:
1. Vented Heater - 30,000 BTU
2. Vented Heater - 50,000 BTU
3. Water Heater (each)

$1,000.00
$1,150.00
$650.00

Electrical:
1. Service and Break-Up, sq ft
2. Grounded Receptacle Only
3. New Base Receptacle
4. Utility Circuit
5. Changes
6. Smoke Detector
7. GFCI

$5.00
$62.00
$62.00
$62.00
$62.00
$104.00
$206.00

Miscellaneous:
1. Windows Added (each)
2. Glazing per pane
3. Dust Binder Parking
4 Fireplace
5. Tempered Glass - sq ft
6. Concrete Driveway - sq ft
7. Asphpalt Driveway - sq ft
8. Painting Interior
9. Insulation, Ceiling R-19 sq ft
10. lnsulation, Ceilinq R-30 sq ft
11. Insulation, Wall R-11 sq ft
12. Curbs and Gutters - lin ft

$360.00
$52.00
$412.00
$3,090.00
$4.00
$3.50
$3.00
$1,030.00
$1.30
$1.50
$1.00
$37.50

EXHIBIT “E”
SCHEDULE OF FEES
FISCAL YEAR 2027

Standard Remodel
Building Fees

Total Valuation
$1 - $500
$501 - $600
$601 - $700
$701 - $800
$801 - $900
$901 - $1,000
$1,001 - $1,100
$1,101 - $1,200
$1,201 - $1,300
$1,301 - $1,400
$1,401 - $1,500
$1,501 - $1,600
$1,601 - $1,700
$1,701 - $1,800
$1,801 - $1,900
$1,901 - $2,000
$2,001 - $3,000
$3,001 - $4,000
$4,001 - $5,000
$5,001 -$6,000
$6,001 - $7,000
$7,001 - $8,000
$8,001 - $9,000
$9,001 - $10,000
$10,001 - $11,000
$11,001 - $12,000
$12,001 - $13,000
$13,001 - $14,000
$14,001 - $15,000
$15,001 - $16,000
$16,001 - $17,000
$17,001 - $18,000
$18,001 - $19,000
$19,001- $20,000
$20,001 - $21,000
$21,001 - $22,000
$22,001 - $23,000
$23,001 - $24,000
$24,001 - $25,000
$25,001 - $26,000
$26,001 - $27,000
$27,001 - $28,000
$28,001

(1/3) Plan Check
$23.31
$23.31
$23.31
$23.31
$23.31
$23.31
$23.31
$23.31
$23.31
$24.18
$25.83
$27.47
$29.14
$30.77
$32.42
$34.07
$42.96
$49.95
$56.94
$63.94
$70.93
$77.92
$84.92
$91.91
$98.90
$105.89
$112.89
$119.88
$126.87
$133.87
$140.86
$147.85
$154.85
$161.84
$168.83
$175.82
$182.82
$189.81
$196.80
$199.80
$202.80
$205.13

(2/3) Inspection
$46.69
$46.69
$46.69
$46.69
$46.69
$46.69
$46.69
$46.69
$46.69
$48.42
$51.73
$55.03
$58.38
$61.63
$64.94
$68.23
$86.04
$100.05
$114.06
$128.06
$142.07
$156.08
$170.09
$184.09
$198.10
$212.11
$226.11
$240.12
$254.13
$268.13
$282.14
$296.15
$310.16
$324.16
$338.17
$352.18
$366.18
$380.19
$394.20
$400.20
$406.20
$410.87

Total Fee (1)
$70.00
$70.00
$70.00
$70.00
$70.00
$70.00
$70.00
$70.00
$70.00
$72.60
$77.56
$82.50
$87.52
$92.40
$97.36
$102.30
$129.00
$150.00
$171.00
$192.00
$213.00
$234.00
$255.00
$276.00
$297.00
$318.00
$339.00
$360.00
$381.00
$402.00
$423.00
$444.00
$465.00
$486.00
$507.00
$528.00
$549.00
$570.00
$591.00
$600.00
$609.00
$616.00
2.20%

Based on
changing
to
2.2% of the valuation above $28,000. The Strong Motion Instrumentation (SMI) Fee of $10 per $100,000 of
building valuation for single family or $21 per $100,000 of valuation for all other occupancies and the Permit
Issuance Fee must be added to these fees.
(1)

City of Ridgecrest
FY 26-27 Budget Book

138

EXHIBIT “E”
SCHEDULE OF FEES
FISCAL YEAR 2027

CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS, HEAVY ENGINEERED FOUNDATIONS
AND RETAINING WALLS
BUILDING VALUATION DATA
Fee Title:
1. Concrete Foundations with
Light Reinforcement – per yard
Minimum Permit Fee
2. Heavy Engineered Foundation – per yard
Minimum Permit Fee
3. Concrete Block Retaining Walls
Price/Lineal Foot of Wall
Height of Wall
0’0” to 3’0”
3’1” to 4’0”
4’1” to 5’0”
5’1” to 6’0”
6’1” to 7’0”
7’1” to 8’0”
8’1” to 9’0”

Valuation
$ 669.00
$ 189.00
$ 1,022.00
$ 189.00

$ 22.00
$ 26.00
$ 33.00
$ 45.00
$ 56.00
$ 67.00
$ 76.00

* Wall height is measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall.

City of Ridgecrest
FY 26-27 Budget Book

139

EXHIBIT “E”
SCHEDULE OF FEES
FISCAL YEAR 2027
IMPACT FEES

TABLE 1 - FIRE IMPACT FEES
Category
Estate & Rural Residential
Low Density Residential
Medium Density Residential
Commercial
Civic

Acres
818
527
226
275
10

Units/Acre
2.5
4
12
0
0

Industrial

166

0

Single Family
Multi Family

TABLE 2 - TRAFFIC IMPACT FEES
UNITS
TRIP ENDS
RESIDENTIAL
Dwelling Units
9.6
Dwelling Units
6.7

Retail Commercial
Service Stations
Movie Theater
Automobile Sales
Hotels/Motels

COMMERCIAL
1000 SF/building
46.6 (reduce to 23.3)
Fueling Position
166 (reduce to 16.6)
1000 SF/building
27.8 (reduce to 13.9)
1000 SF/lot area
1.2
Room
0.7

Category

Restaurants
Medical-Dental
General Office
Manufacturing
Mini Warehousing
Warehousing
Schools/Churches
Nursing Homes

Unit of Measure
per dwelling unit
per dwelling unit
per dwelling unit
per acre
per acre
per acre

FY 2026 FEE
986
617
207
2,463
2,463
2,463

FY 2027 FEE
1,013
634
213
2,530
2,530
2,530

FY 2026 FEE

FY 2027 FEE

RESTAURANTS
1000 SF/building
36.6 (reduce to 18.3)
OFFICE BUILDINGS
1000 SF/building
18(reduce to 9)
1000 SF/building
6.1
INDUSTRIAL
1000 SF/building
3.8(reduce to 1.9)
1000 SF/building
2.4(reduce to 1.2)
1000 SF/building
2.2(reduce to 1.1)
INSTITUTIONAL
Bed
0.2

2,920
2,039

2,999
2,094

7,015
4,487
4,184
361
212

7,204
4,608
4,297
371
218

5,491

5,639

2,702
1,831

2,775
1,880

577
366
335

593
376
344

61

63

Notes:
Rates - $219 per trip end
Trip end rates for other than those listed above shall be determined using trip generation statistics in the Institute
Transportation Engineers Trip Generation Manual, latest edition.
Trip ends for Commercial, Office, Restaurants, Theaters and Industrial shall be reduced by 50%
Trip ends for Gas Stations shall be reduced by 90% to reflect by-pass and captured trips

City of Ridgecrest
FY 26-27 Budget Book

140

EXHIBIT “E”
SCHEDULE OF FEES
FISCAL YEAR 2027
IMPACT FEES

TABLE 3 - PARK IMPACT FEES
UNITS

Category

FY 2026 FEE

FY 2027 FEE

1,226
1,226

1,259
1,259

TABLE 4 - LAW ENFORCEMENT IMPACT FEES
Acres
Units/Acre
Unit of Measure
FY 2026 FEE
818
2.5
1,597
per dwelling unit

FY 2027 FEE
1,640

RESIDENTIAL
Single Family
Multi Family

Category
Estate & Rural Residential
Low Density Residential
Medium Density Residential
Commercial
Civic
Industrial

Each Dwelling Unit
Each Dwelling Unit

527
226
275
10
166

4
12
0
0
0

per dwelling unit
per dwelling unit
per acre
per acre
per acre

995
332
3,997
3,997
3,997

1,022
341
4,105
4,105
4,105

FY 2026 FEE

FY 2027 FEE

TABLE 5 - DRAINAGE IMPACT FEES
Category

Acres

% Impervious

Fair Share Cost

Per Acre
Estate & Rural Residential
Low Density Residential
Medium Density Residential
Commercial

818
527
226
275

10%
23%
40%
85%

$3,699,673
$5,482,119
$4,088,636
$2,878,054

6,698
15,406
26,792
15,498

6,879
15,822
27,515
15,916

10
166

75%
85%

$92,339
$1,737,279

13,677
15,498

14,046
15,916

818
527
226

10%
23%
40%

$3,699,673
$5,482,119
$4,088,636

2,682
3,849
2,232

2,754
3,953
2,292

Civic
Industrial
Per Dwelling Unit
Estate & Rural Residential
Low Density Residential
Medium Density Residential

City of Ridgecrest
FY 26-27 Budget Book

141

EXHIBIT “E”
SCHEDULE OF FEES
FISCAL YEAR 2027
DEPARTMENT: PLANNING
Fee
Category
Planning Fees

Deposits

Description
of Fee

FY 2026
Fee
$
725.00
$
80.00
$
80.00
$
64.00

FY 2027
Fee
$
725.00
$
83.00
$
83.00
$
66.00

Comprehensive Sign Plan
Conditional Use Permit
Home Occupation Permit
Home Occupation Renewal
Landscape Plan Check
Lot Line/ Merger Adjustment

$
$
$

192.00
1,920.00
80.00

$
$

188.00
373.00

$
$
$
$
$
$

197.00
1,970.00
83.00
25.00
193.00
400.00

Map Time Extension
Parcel Map Waiver
Planning Commission Hearing
Public Hearing Notice
Sign Permit Review
Site Plan Review***

$
$
$
$
$
$

810.00
1,044.00
810.00
373.00
80.00
724.00

$
$
$
$
$
$

830.00
1,072.00
830.00
383.00
83.00
743.00

Temporary Use Permit
Variance
Zoning Verification

$
$
$

280.00
586.00
80.00

$
$
$

288.00
604.00
83.00

Appeal
Accessory Dwelling Units
Address Assignment
Categorical Exemption

Annexation
Environmental Impact Report

*Deposit
*Deposit

*Deposit
*Deposit

General Plan Amendment
Mitigated Negative Declaration
Negative Declaration
Tentative Parcel Map
Tentative Tract Map
Zone Amendment

*Deposit
*Deposit
*Deposit
*Deposit
*Deposit
*Deposit

*Deposit
*Deposit
*Deposit
*Deposit
*Deposit
*Deposit

Zone Change

*Deposit

*Deposit

*Deposit is based on estimated time and materials to complete the application.
**All credit card payments will be charged a 2.95% or a $3.00 minimum service fee.
*** Site plan review fees are based on site square footage
1. City shall retain full authority and discretion in retaining consultants as needed to provide services.
2. Charges for third-party consultants or outside services will equal actual contract costs plus 25%
administrative charge and/or actual costs. A deposit is required.
3. Actual costs are based on time and materials. Time is the fully burdened hour rate of an employee.

City of Ridgecrest
FY 26-27 Budget Book

142

EXHIBIT “E”
SCHEDULE OF FEES
FISCAL YEAR 2027
DEPARTMENT: POLICE (SERVICES)
Fee
Category
Police Services

Description of Fees
New Special Business License
Renewal Special Business License
New Concealed Weapons Permit
Renewal Concealed Weapons Permit (plus DOJ fees if applicable)
CCW License Amendment
Citation Sign-off Fee
VIN Verification fee
Funeral Procession Traffic Control
Bicycle License
Agency Clearance Letter
Police Response to False Alarm #'s 1, 2 & 3
Police False Alarm Charge #4th Response
Police False Alarm Charge #5 Response and all subsequent responses
Alarm Appeal Fee (RMC 4-28)
Alarm Permit
Stored Vehicle Release
Impound Vehicle Release
Impound Vehicle Release for DUI
Vehicle Repossession Admin Process (CA Gov. Code Sec. 41612)
Finger Printing / Hard Card or Live Scan - Non-Profit Organizations
Finger Printing / Hard Card or Live Scan - All Others
PRA Request Record Construction per Government Code 7922.570 - hourly cost
Traffic Collision Report Reproduction Charge - Printed (No cost if sent electronically)
Police Report Reproduction Charge - Printed (No cost if sent electronically)
Mailed Reports additional charge
Police Evidence Photos to DVD/USB - each
Police Photograph Reproduction - Printed (No cost if sent electronically)
Police Log Entry Reproduction - Printed (No cost if sent electronically)
Police Subpoena Witness Fees - Deposit (Actual personal and travel costs)
New Special Business License - Taxi
Reissue Taxi ID
Renewal Special Business License -Taxi
Taxi Vehicle Inspection Fee RMC 7-50 (b)
Firearm Storage Fee Pursuant to Family Code 6389 (Each firearm)
Abandoned Veh Removal Admin Fee - RMC 15-543
Nuisance Abate Appeal - RMC 11-5
Admin Citation Handling Fee - RMC 1-122
Vacant/Boarded Building Monitoring Fee (Every 90 days/RMC 102-130)
Graffiti Abatement (Costs include Fully Burdened Rate, Materials, Equipment)
Special Requests for Police Services

FY 2027
Fee
260.00
45.00
100.00
50.00
10.00
20.00
20.00
230.00
3.00
20.00
120.00
160.00
10.00
30.00
130.00
135.00
150.00
15.00
15.00
20.00
30.00
20.00

FY 2026
Fee
260.00
45.00
100.00
50.00
10.00
20.00
20.00
230.00
3.00
20.00
120.00
160.00
10.00
30.00
130.00
135.00
150.00
15.00
15.00
20.00
30.00
20.00

10.00
Actual Mail
Cost
10.00
2.00
2.00
275.00
100.00
20.00
75.00
150.00
100.00
75.00
250.00
60.00
75.00
Actual
Costs
Overtime
Rate

20.00
3.00
20.00
5.00
5.00
275.00
100.00
20.00
75.00
150.00
100.00
75.00
250.00
60.00
75.00
Actual
Costs
Overtime
Rate

*Failure to pay Admin Citation Fine (RMC 1-127) results in a 10% fee after 20 days and 20% each month thereafter. Total delinquent
fine is 150% of base fine.
**Failure to pay Alarm Permit Fee of False Alarm Fee when due results in a penalty of 10% after 20 days and 20% each month
thereafter. Total penalties added shall in no event exceed 100% of the amount of the fee due.
***All credit card payments will be charged a 2.95% or a $3.00 minimum service fee.

City of Ridgecrest
FY 26-27 Budget Book

143

EXHIBIT “E”
SCHEDULE OF FEES
FISCAL YEAR 2027
DEPARTMENT: POLICE (PARKING)
Code
Section

Nature of
Offense

FY 2027
Fee

FY 2026
Fee

The Ridgecrest Municipal Code and the California Vehicle Code authorize the City of Ridgecrest to adopt
penalties and fees for parking violations. These are exempt from CEQA on the basis of Public Resources Code
Section 21080.
(a) The following fee and penalties are established for municipal code parking violations within the City:
15-335

Angle Parking -- Obedience to signs and markings

$

53.00

$

53.00

15-360

Improper Parking -- Red zones and no parking zones

$

58.00

$

58.00

15-360

Improper Parking -- Obstructing traffic

$

53.00

$

53.00

15-362

Improper Parking -- Obstructing alley ways

$

48.00

$

48.00

15-363

Parking For Certain Purposes -- Display vehicle for sale
-- Washing, repairing vehicle

$

48.00

$

48.00

15-364

Parking near schools, signs posted

$

53.00

$

53.00

15-365

Parking on narrow St with no parking signs posted

$

53.00

$

53.00

15-366

Left side parking on one way St where prohibited

$

53.00

$

53.00

15-369

Unlawful parking -- Peddlers, vendors and taxicabs

$

48.00

$

48.00

15-372

Unlawful parking of city/public lots

$

53.00

$

53.00

15-290

Time limits -- Parking in excess of

$

58.00

$

58.00

15-431

Unlawful parking in handicapped space

$

400.00

$

400.00

15-463

Oversized vehicle prohibited parking

$

100.00

$

100.00

15-464

Heavy vehicle parking -- Vehicle with GVWR in excess
of 26,000 lbs. on St or highway in resid zone

$

100.00

$

100.00

15-535

Abandoned vehicles: public highways 72 (seventy-two)
hour parking

$

88.00

$

88.00

(b) The following fee and penalties are established for violation of California vehicle code parking laws:
5200

License plate missing

$

53.00

$

53.00

5204 (a)

No current tabs displayed

$

83.00

$

83.00

21113 (a)

Unlawful parking -- public grounds

$

53.00

$

53.00

22500.1

Parking in fire zone

$

58.00

$

58.00

22500 (a) - (h), (k)

Improper parking

$

53.00

$

53.00

22500 (i)

Improper parking -- Bus zone

$

278.00

$

278.00

22500 (l)

Improper parking -- Wheelchair access ramp

$

400.00

$

400.00

22502 (a)

Curb parking -- Within eighteen inches of curb

$

48.00

$

48.00

22505 (b)

Improper parking -- State highways

$

53.00

$

53.00

22507.8 (a) - (c)

Unlawful parking in handicapped space

$

400.00

$

400.00

City of Ridgecrest
FY 26-27 Budget Book

144

EXHIBIT “E”
SCHEDULE OF FEES
FISCAL YEAR 2027
DEPARTMENT: POLICE (PARKING)
Code
Section

Nature of
Offense

FY 2027
Fee

FY 2026
Fee

22514

Parking within fifteen feet of fire hydrant

$

58.00

$

58.00

22515 (a) & (b)

Unattended vehicles -- Motor running or not setting brakes or
not in park

$

53.00

$

53.00

22522

Parking within three feet of disabled person sidewalk access
ramp

$

400.00

$

400.00

22523 (a) & (b)

Vehicle abandonment

$

133.00

$

133.00

22526 (a) & (b)

Blocking an intersection

$

78.00

$

78.00

24401

Improper parking -- high beams lighted

$

58.00

$

58.00

25300 (a) - (c), (e)

Warning device on disabled or parked vehicle

$

53.00

$

53.00

31303 (a)

Vehicles used for transportation of hazardous materials or
hazardous waste left unattended or parked overnight in a
residential district

$

358.00

$

358.00

(c) The civil penalty for an equipment violation upon proof of correction to the processing agency, shall be reduced
to ten dollars ($10.00).

(d) Upon proof that a registered owner of the vehicle which had been issued a notice of parking violation for RMC
15-431 or CVC 22507.8 (a) - (c), had a current handicap placard in possession, but not displayed at the time of the
violation, the penalty shall be reduced to thirty dollars ($30.00).

(e) Pursuant to CVC 42001.13 the fee for the second violation of CVC 22507.8 shall be seven hundred and fifty
dollars ($750.00) and the fee for third violation of this section shall be one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).

(f) Late payment penalties for any of the above violations shall be equal to the base fine, 25 days after the fine is
due (example: base fine is $53, plus late fee of $53, equals total payment of $106.)
(g) Any federal, state, or local standing or parking regulation constituting a violation for which no provision is made in
this schedule shall have a fine of fifty-three dollars ($53.00).
*All credit card payments will be charged a 2.95% or a $3.00 minimum service fee.

City of Ridgecrest
FY 26-27 Budget Book

145

EXHIBIT “E”
SCHEDULE OF FEES
FISCAL YEAR 2027
DEPARTMENT: ANIMAL CONTROL
Fee
Category

Description
of Fee

FY 2027
Fee

FY 2026
Fee

Dog Licenses

1 year - Altered
1 year - Natural
2 year - Altered
2 year - Natural
3 year - Altered
3 year - Natural
Vicious dog license (per year)

$
$
$
$
$
$
$

15.00
60.00
22.00
120.00
30.00
180.00
150.00

$
$
$
$
$
$
$

15.00
60.00
22.00
120.00
30.00
180.00
150.00

Dog Impound

1st Impound / No License
1st Impound / Current License
2nd Impound / No License
2nd Impound / Current License
3rd Impound / No License
3rd Impound / Current License
1st Vicious Impound / No License
1st Vicious Impound / Current License
2nd Vicious Impound / No License
2nd Vicious Impound / Current License
3rd Vicious Impound / No License
3rd Vicious Impound / Current License

$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$

65.00
50.00
95.00
80.00
120.00
110.00
150.00
150.00
250.00
250.00
350.00
350.00

$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$

55.00
40.00
75.00
70.00
105.00
100.00
150.00
150.00
250.00
250.00
350.00
350.00

Other Animal Impound Fees

Cat
$
35.00
$
35.00
Misc. Animal - Depending on Size
Animal Less Than 25 Pounds
$
30.00
$
30.00
Animal From 26 and 100 Pounds
$
55.00
$
55.00
Animal Over 100 Pounds
$
105.00
$
105.00
Additional Charge After Hours Impound/Up to 2 hours*
$
155.00
$
100.00
Note: After hours call outs over 2 hours calculated at fully burdened overtime rate of pay

Refusal to Spay and Neuter
Release Fee: Impounded Dogs
and Cats

1st Occurrence
2nd Occurrence
3rd & Subsequent Occurrences

Boarding Fees

Boarding Fee - In addition to Impound

Adoption Fees - Dogs

Rabies Vaccination
License Fee
Adoption Fee
Vaccinations
Micro chip

Adoption Fees - Cats

Spay/Neuter Fees

City of Ridgecrest
FY 26-27 Budget Book

$
$
$

$
$

Dog - Females
Dog - Males
Cats - Females
Cats - Males

Set By Vet
10.00
20.00
20.00
20.00
20.00
Set By Vet
20.00
Set By Vet
Set By Vet
Set By Vet
Set By Vet

146

$
$
$

$20.00/night

$
$
$
$

Adoption Fee
Rabies Vaccination
Micro chip

40.00
55.00
105.00

40.00
55.00
105.00
$10.00/night

$
$

Set By Vet
10.00
20.00

$

10.00

$

20.00
Set By Vet
10.00

$

Set By Vet
Set By Vet
Set By Vet
Set By Vet

EXHIBIT “E”
SCHEDULE OF FEES
FISCAL YEAR 2027
DEPARTMENT: ANIMAL CONTROL
Fee
Category
Other Fees

Public vaccinations

Description
of Fee

Euthanasia
$
65.00
Disposal Cats
$
20.00
Disposal Dogs
$
50.00
Disposal: Other Animals
Animals Less Than 25 Pounds
$
30.00
Animals From 26 to 100 Pounds
$
55.00
Animals over 100 Pounds
$
110.00
Animal Pick Up Fee: Owner Animals*
$
105.00
Voluntary/public Micro Chip
$
35.00
Female Dog in Heat At-Large
$
150.00
Lost license fee (Section 3-52)
$
5.00
Nail Trim
$
15.00
Animal Drop Off Fee: Owner*
$
150.00
Note: This fee is for Relinquished Animals at Shelter
Distemper/Parvo
$
25.00
Kennel Cough
$
25.00
Rabies
$
25.00
Deworm
$
15.00

*These fees may be waived due to hardship by the ACO Supervisor
**All credit card payments will be charged a 2.95% or a $3.00 minimum service fee.

City of Ridgecrest
FY 26-27 Budget Book

FY 2027
Fee

147

FY 2026
Fee
$
$
$

65.00
20.00
-

$
$
$
$
$
$
$

30.00
55.00
110.00
105.00
35.00
110.00
5.00

$

60.00

EXHIBIT “E”
SCHEDULE OF FEES
FISCAL YEAR 2027
DEPARTMENT: PARKS & RECREATION
Fee
Category
KMCC Banquet Hall
*4 hour minimum rental required*

Description
of Fee
Kitchen only
Deposit for Kitchen only
Half Hall
Half Hall w/Kitchen
Half Hall for Non Profit Groups
Half Hall w/Kitchen for Non Profit Groups
Deposits for Half Hall Rentals
Full Hall
Full Hall w/Kitchen
Full Hall for Non Profit Groups
Full Hall w/Kitchen for Non Profit Groups
Deposits for Full Hall Rentals
Full Hall and Gymnasium
Full Hall and Gymnasium w/ Kitchen
Full Hall and Gymnasium for Non Profit Groups
Full Hall and Gymnasium w/ Kitchen for Non Profit Groups
Deposits for Full Hall and Gymnasium Rentals
Full Hall and Gymnasium w/kitchen + all meeting rooms
Full Hall and Gymnasium w/kitchen + all meeting rooms for Non Profit Groups
Deposits for Full Hall and Gymnasium w/kitchen + all meeting room rentals
Change over fee/half hall (per change over)
Change over fee/full hall (per change over)
Sanitizing Fee Kitchen
Sanitizing Fee Half Hall
Sanitizing Fee Half Hall w/Kitchen
Sanitizing Fee Full Hall
Sanitizing Fee Full Hall w/Kitchen
Hourly Half Hall
Hourly Half Hall w/Kitchen
Additional Time (beyond contracted rental period, rounded to nearest hour)
Sunday Rate (beyond normal business hours/closures)
5 day or less Cancellation Fee

FY 2026
Fee

FY 2027 Fee
$13/hour
500.00
$44/hour
$57/hour
20% off total
20% off total
$
500.00
$88/hour
$101/hour
20% off total
20% off total
$
1,000.00
$135.50/hour
$148.50/hour
20% off total
20% off total
$
1,300.00
$362.75/hour
20% off total
$
2,200.00
$
325.75
$
651.50
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
$109.50/hour
$109.50/hour
Deposit Amount
$

$12.50/hour
300.00
$42.75/hour
$55.25/hour
20% off total
20% off total
$
500.00
$85.50/hour
$98/hour
20% off total
20% off total
$
1,000.00
$131.50/hour
$144/hour
20% off total
20% off total
$
1,300.00
$353.25/hour
20% off total
$
1,900.00
$
317.25
$
634.50
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
$106.50/hour
$106.50/hour
Deposit Amount
$

Add Ons

Pipe and Drapes
$5.25/linear foot
$5/linear foot
Stage
$
58.25
$
56.75
Inside Projector and Screen
N/A
N/A
Deposit for Projector and Screen
N/A
N/A
(Must provide valid insurance w/City of Ridgecrest being named additionally insured)
Microphone Deposit
$
200.00
$
200.00
Off Site Chair Rental - NAWS agreement
$2.25/chair
$2/chair
Off Site Table Rental - NAWS agreement
$9.50/table
$9.25/table
Off Site Chair/Table Rental Deposit
TBD
TBD

KMCC Gymnasium

Half Court
Full Court
Full Court all day
Full Court for Non Profit Groups
Full Court all day for Non Profit Groups
Game Set Up Fee

$23.75/hour
$47.50/hour
N/A
20% off total
N/A
$
47.00

$23/hour
$46/hour
N/A
20% off total
N/A
$
45.75

KMCC Meeting Rooms

Single Room
Single Room Daily
Double Room
Double Room Daily
Double Room for Non Profit Groups
Double Room Daily for Non Profit Groups
Refundable Deposit (per room)
Sanitizing Fee
24 Hour Cancellation Fee Single Room
24 Hour Cancellation Fee Double Room

$16/hour
N/A
$32/hour
N/A
20% off total
N/A
$
300.00
N/A
$
16.00
$
32.00

$15.50/hour
N/A
$31/hour
N/A
20% off total
N/A
$
300.00
N/A
$
15.50
$
31.00

City of Ridgecrest
FY 26-27 Budget Book

148

EXHIBIT “E”
SCHEDULE OF FEES
FISCAL YEAR 2027
DEPARTMENT: PARKS & RECREATION
Fee
Category

Description
of Fee

Senior Center Hall
(weekends only-no kitchen)

Parties & Group Functions
Refundable Deposit

Tennis Courts

Per 3 Courts
Per Court Use, 4 hours max.
Court Complex per Day

Soccer/Football Fields

Per Hour/Per Field
Per Field/Per Day
Field Prep Fee
Use of Lights

FY 2026
Fee

FY 2027 Fee
N/A
N/A

N/A
N/A

$105.75/day
$35.25/day
$211.50/day

$102.75/day
$34.25/day
$205.25/day

$31.50
See tournament rates
$167/field
$30.50/hour

$30.75
See tournament rates
$162.75/field
$29.75/hour

Softball Fields

Per Hour/Per Field
$31.50
$30.75
Per Field/Per Day
See tournament rates
See tournament rates
Pre Field Prep Fee
$69/field
$67.25/field
Post Field Prep Fee
$51.25/field
$50/field
Tournament Rate - For Small Tournaments
$188.75/fied/day
$183.75/field/day
Note: This will not include a staff member to be on site
Tournament Rate - For Large Tournaments
$366.50/field/day
$357/field/day
Note: This will include additional trash cans, stocked bathroom, and a staff member working during the event at the discretion of the Parks & Rec Director
Use of Lights
$30.50/hour
$29.75/hour
C-van Rental
$100/month

Sports Concession Buildings

Deposit

$1,000.00

$1,000.00

Youth Sports Organizations

Weekly facility user fee for baseball, football and soccer
organizations, plus cost of utilities (phased in over three years)

$360/week

$360/week

Note: The user fees paid will be held in individual fund accounts for each facility used for future major repairs ($10k+) and improvements
Skate Park

Per Day

$81.50

$79.50

$122.50/day
$1.25/chair
$1.50/chair
$203.25
$407.00
$813.50
$40.75

$119.25/day
$1/chair
$1.25/chair
$198.00
$396.25
$792.25
$39.75

$97.75
$97.75
$92.75
$175 / week
N/A
N/A
$150/per week
$30/per day
N/A

$95.25
$95.25
$90.25
$162/week
N/A
N/A
$100/person
$20/person/day
N/A

$12.50/hour/court

$12.50/hour/court

$4.75/use

$4.75/use

Note: Insurance required for this rental
Freedom Park Gazebo Rental
& Park Areas

Fees set for Regular Park Use/No Alcohol
Gazebo
Chair fees (gazebo)
Chair fees (Park)
Special Event fee up to 250/ppl
Special Event fee up to 1000/ppl
Special Event fee up to 1000+/ppl
Vendor fee

Recreation Programs

Youth Soccer League
Youth Basketball League
Additional Children in Same Household per Sport League
Day Camp
KMCC After School Program
Teen Night
Spring Camp - 12 spots available - per camper
Winter Camp - 12 spots available - per camper
Pre-School (41-week Program)

KMCC Racquetball Courts

Daily Rate per Court

Showers

Showers (60 minute limit)

Open Gym

Open Gym

$2.75/visit/person

$2.75/visit/person

Open Volleyball

Open Volleyball

$2.75/visit/person

$2.75/visit/person

Pickleball

Pickleball (in gymnasium)
$6.75/visit/person
$6.75/visit/person
Net / paddle deposit (same day return)
$75.00
$75.00
*All credit card payments will be charged a 2.95% or a $3.00 minimum service fee.*Some events/rentals will require insurance.

City of Ridgecrest
FY 26-27 Budget Book

149

EXHIBIT “E”
SCHEDULE OF FEES
FISCAL YEAR 2027
DEPARTMENT: PARKS & RECREATION

Fee
Category
Deposit Witholdings

Description
of Fee

FY 2026
Fee

FY 2027 Fee

Trash not removed from building (per day of event not done)

$50

$50

$50/30 minutes

$50/30 minutes

Stay beyond contracted reservation time

$106.50/hour

$106.50/hour

Stay beyond midnight

$106.50/hour

$106.50/hour

Breach of contract

$100/breach

$100/breach

Excessive clean up needed by Maintenance

Excessive layout modifications

$200/per change

Day of event layout changes (Beyond 2 tables w/chairs)
City owned property damaged/missing

City of Ridgecrest
FY 26-27 Budget Book

$50/per table
Cost of equal replacement

150

Cost of equal replacement

EXHIBIT “E”
SCHEDULE OF FEES
FISCAL YEAR 2027
DEPARTMENT: ENGINEERING
Fee
Category
Encroachment*****

Sub
Category
All

Description
of Fee
Admin. Application
Traffic Control Plan (basic)
Traffic Control Plan (Advanced, or
with detour)
Time Extension (additional 6 mo.)

FY 2027
Fee

FY 2026
Fee

$
90.00
$
300.00
$500 min. plus actual
time spent
$
90.00
$2.53 per SF
measured from lip of
gutter to centerline of
street for entire lot
frontage.

$
90.00
$
300.00
$500 min. plus actual
time spent
$
90.00
$2.53 per SF
measured from lip of
gutter to centerline of
street for entire lot
frontage.

Day

$

110.00

$

110.00

Sub-Standard Street Fee

Temp. Staging

Emergency

Improvements

Week

$

220.00

$

220.00

Month

$

295.00

$

295.00

Each Additional Month

$

145.00

$

145.00

Admin. Application fee applied on a per month basis
Utility Emergency (subject to trench
$
40.00 $
40.00
cut
fee)
$400 (up to 100 LF),
$400 (up to 100 LF),
Curb, Gutter & Sidewalk Inspection
$75 each additional 25 $75 each additional 25
LF)
LF)
Driveway- Residential
$
295.00 $
295.00
Driveway- Commercial

Sign/Banner

400.00
$295 (up to 100 LF,
$50 each additional 25
LF)
$
300.00

Inspection Services (Billing Rate)

$115.00/Hour

Sidewalk only

Surveying
Services
Trench Cut

Staking of Curbing & Gutter

$

$

400.00
$295 (up to 100 LF,
$50 each additional 25
LF)
$
300.00
$115.00/Hour

$9.25/LF up to 55';
$2.75/LF thereafter

$9.25/LF up to 55';
$2.75/LF thereafter

Moratorium Streets
Longitudinal & Inspection (per street)

Transverse & Inspection (per street)

$1000 for 1st 100 LF, $1000 for 1st 100 LF,
$110 for each additional $110 for each additional
150 LF.
150 LF.
$295 per, no road
$295 per, no road
closure. $500 per,
closure. $500 per, with
with road closure.
road closure. $100
$100 each additional
each additional on
on same street.
same street.

Non Moratorium Streets
Longitudinal & Inspection (per
street)
Transverse & Inspection (per
street)
Inspection Services (Billing Rate)
Grading

Infill

Permit Application

N/A

N/A

N/A

$115.00/Hour
$

145.00

$115.00/Hour
$

145.00

Plan Check ($250.00 min.)

2.5% of Eng. Estimate* 2.5% of Eng. Estimate*

Inspection ($250.00 min.)

2.0% of Eng. Estimate* 2.0% of Eng. Estimate*

Inspection Services (Billing Rate)

City of Ridgecrest
FY 26-27 Budget Book

N/A

151

$115.00/Hour

$115.00/Hour

EXHIBIT “E”
SCHEDULE OF FEES
FISCAL YEAR 2027

DEPARTMENT: ENGINEERING
Fee
Category

Sub
Category
Land Division

Description
of Fee
Permit Application

FY 2027
Fee
$

Infill

All

2.0% of Eng. Estimate*

$115.00/Hour

$115.00/Hour

Plan Check ($500.00 min.) 2.5% of Eng. Estimate*

2.5% of Eng. Estimate*

Inspection ($500.00 min.) 3.0% of Eng. Estimate*

3.0% of Eng. Estimate*

$115.00/Hour

$115.00/Hour

Plan Check ($500.00 min.)

2.5% of Eng. Estimate*

2.5% of Eng. Estimate*

Inspection ($500.00 min.)

3.0% of Eng. Estimate*

3.0% of Eng. Estimate*

$115.00/Hour

$115.00/Hour

Admin. Application
Engineering Study Review

Subdivision of land

$
85.00 $
85.00
$1,500 deposit + actual $1,500 deposit + actual
time spent*
time spent*

Traffic/Drainage Study Review

$500 deposit + actual
time spent*

$500 deposit + actual
time spent*

Tentative Map (All)

$3000 deposit + actual
time spent

$3000 deposit + actual
time spent

Tentative Map Amendment

$1500 deposit + actual
time spent

$1500 deposit + actual
time spent

Easement Document Review

$

Easement Dedication to City

$

900.00

$

900.00

$

900.00
900.00

Time Extension

See Planning

See Planning

Grading

See above

See above

Public Improvement

See above

See above

Final Parcel Map

$4,000 deposit +
actual time spent*

$4,000 deposit +
actual time spent*

Final Tract Map

$5,000 deposit +
actual time spent*

$5,000 deposit +
actual time spent*

$2,500 deposit +
actual time spent*

$2,500 deposit +
actual time spent*

$4,000 deposit +
actual time spent*

$4,000 deposit +
actual time spent*

$3,000 deposit +
actual time spent*

$3,000 deposit +
actual time spent*

Improvement Agreement &
Securities
Development Agreement Review
Development Agreement
Amendment

City of Ridgecrest
FY 26-27 Budget Book

145.00

Inspection ($500.00 min.) 2.0% of Eng. Estimate*

Inspection Services (Billing Rate)
Studies

$

2.5% of Eng. Estimate*

Inspection Services (Billing Rate)
Land Division

145.00

Plan ($500.00 min.) 2.5% of Eng. Estimate*
Inspection Services (Billing Rate)
Public Improvements

FY 2026
Fee

152

EXHIBIT “E”
SCHEDULE OF FEES
FISCAL YEAR 2027
DEPARTMENT: ENGINEERING
Fee
Category

Sub
Category

Description
of Fee

Misc.

Certificate of Correction

FY 2027
Fee
$1,000 deposit +
actual time spent*

FY 2026
Fee
$1,000 deposit +
actual time spent*

Parcel Map Waiver

$1,000 deposit +
actual time spent*

$1,000 deposit +
actual time spent*

Reversion to Acreage

$1,500 deposit +
actual time spent*

$1,500 deposit +
actual time spent*

Street & Alley Vacation

$2,500 deposit +
actual time spent*

$2,500 deposit +
actual time spent*

$2,500 deposit +
actual time spent*

$2,500 deposit +
actual time spent*

All other projects (Deposit Based)

*Rate described is for work completed by City staff. If consultant services are utilized fee shall be actual consultant fee plus 25%
administrative processing, plus $1,500 deposit for City Staff review. Final billing will be based on fully burdened rate for all
involved staff plus any outside costs. Funds may be drawn from other Engineering services.
**All credit card payments will be charged a 2.95% or a $3.00 minimum service fee.
*** All fees include a maximum of three (3) Plan Checks, all additional plan checks will be 20% of the original fee.
**** Plan reviews will not begin prior to the paying of any plan review fees.
***** Encroachment permits are valid for one (1) year
1. City shall retain full authority and discretion in retaining consultants as needed to provide services.
2. Charges for third-party consultants or outside services will equal actual contract costs plus 25% administrative charge and/or
actual costs. A deposit is required.
3. Actual costs are based on time and materials. Time is the fully burdened hour rate of an employee.

City of Ridgecrest
FY 26-27 Budget Book

153

EXHIBIT “E”
SCHEDULE OF FEES
FISCAL YEAR 2027
DEPARTMENT: TRANSIT - BUS PASSES
Fee
Category

Description
of Fee

FY 2027
Fee

FY 2026
Fee

Single Ride

$

2.50

$

2.50

Single Ride - Inyokern

$

2.50

$

2.50

Single Ride - County

$

2.00

$

2.00

Single Ride - Randsburg

$

8.00

$

8.00

Ridgecrest Monthly

$

45.00

$

45.00

Inyokern Monthly

$

45.00

$

45.00

Single Ride

$

1.25

$

1.25

Single Ride - Inyokern

$

1.25

$

1.25

Single Ride - County

$

1.00

$

1.00

Single Ride - Randsburg

$

4.00

$

4.00

Ridgecrest Monthly

$

35.00

$

35.00

Inyokern Monthly

$

35.00

$

35.00

Single Ride

$

1.25

$

1.25

Single Ride - Inyokern

$

1.25

$

1.25

Single Ride - County

$

1.00

$

1.00

Single Ride - Randsburg

$

4.00

$

4.00

Ridgecrest Monthly

$

35.00

$

35.00

Inyokern Monthly

$

35.00

$

35.00

Single Ride

$

1.25

$

1.25

Single Ride - Inyokern

$

1.25

$

1.25

Single Ride - County

$

1.00

$

1.00

Ridgecrest Monthly

$

35.00

$

35.00

Inyokern Monthly

$

35.00

$

35.00

Punch Pass

Punch Pass

$

10.00

$

10.00

Advertising

Outside of Bus (7'x22")

$250/month

$250/month

Inside of Every Bus (11"x17")

$250/month

$250/month

Regular/Adult

Senior/Handicapped

Youth

Student (W/ Student ID)

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Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

STAFF REPORT

SUBJECT: Grant Acceptance For A Grant Awarded From The California Department Of
Food And Agriculture (CDFA)
PRESENTED BY: Mario Ysit, Chief of Police
SUMMARY:
Over the past few years, the Ridgecrest Animal Shelter has been awarded three grants
through the University of California – Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. These grants were
in the amount of $147,000, $562,441 and 149,250. The primary program goal of the grants
was to increase capacity of spay/neuter services above and beyond what currently existed
in our area. We met the program goals and UC Davis was pleased with our progress. The
UC Davis grants are now complete.
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) “2026 Pet Lover’s Spay and
Neuter” grant has been awarded in the amount of $49,905. This grant will increase our
spay/neuter services above and beyond, just as the UC Davis grants did.
The grant period begins June 01, 2026 and ends May 31, 2027.

FISCAL IMPACT: Approximate revenue to the city in the amount of $49,905.00
REIMBURSEMENT GRANT - NO MATCHING REQUIRED
ACTION REQUESTED: Approval of Resolution
CITY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION: Action as requested
Submitted by: Chief Mario Ysit

Action Date: June17, 2026

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RESOLUTION NO. 26A RESOLUTION OF THE RIDGECREST CITY COUNCIL
AUTHORIZING
ACCEPTANCE
OF
THE
CALIFORNIA
DEPARTMENT OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE (CFDA),
SPAY/NEUTER GRANT
WHEREAS, the 2026 Pet Lover’s Spay and Neuter Program, which is
administered through the California Department of Food and Agriculture seeks to
increase spay/neuter services in California animal shelters; and,
WHEREAS, the Ridgecrest Animal Shelter has the need to increase its
spay/neuter program; and,
WHEREAS, the Ridgecrest Animal Shelter has been awarded grant funding
in the amount of $49,905.00; and,
WHEREAS, the grant period is June 01, 2026 through May 31, 2027.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of
Ridgecrest authorizes the City Manager, or his designee, to approve this grant with
the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CFDA), and to sign and
execute any and all documents relating to the grant award, including amendments,
and is authorized to make any necessary adjustments to the FY27 budget.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 17th day of June 2026, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:

________________________________
Travis Endicott, Mayor
ATTEST:

_____________________________
Ricca Charlon, City Clerk

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Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

STAFF REPORT

SUBJECT: A Resolution And Public Hearing Of The City Council Of The City Of Ridgecrest, California
Declaring Its Intent To Levy And Collect Assessments Within The City Of Ridgecrest Drainage Benefit
Assessment District No. 2016-1, Pursuant To The Provisions Of The Benefit Assessment Act Of 1982;
Review Of The Preliminary Engineers Report And Authorization To Finalize Said Report For Fiscal Year
2026/2027
PRESENTED BY: Travis Reed, City Manager
SUMMARY:
At the May 6th, 2026 City Council Meeting, the City Council adopted a resolution initiating the annual
proceedings; directed staff to prepare the annual Engineers Report and set a public hearing to declaring
its intention to levy the annual assessments for The City of Ridgecrest Drainage Benefit Assessment
District 2016-1. The formation of Drainage Benefit Assessment District No. 2016-1 was established in
2016 pursuant to the provisions of the Benefit Assessment Act of 1982, being Chapter 6.4 of the
California Government Code, commencing with Section 54703.
The City of Ridgecrest is perpetuating the District to continue a dedicated revenue source to fund the
expenses related to the special benefit to properties in the District to pay for the ongoing maintenance,
operation and servicing of the local drainage improvements established, or proposed, in connection with
development of the properties within the residential subdivisions known as a portion of Tract No. 6740,
all of Tentative Tract No. 6700 and all of Tentative Tract No. 6775 which are generally located on the
west side of College Heights Boulevard, just North of Kendall Avenue and South of Springer Ave. The
district includes a portion of Tract 6740 with fifty-three (53), TTM 6775 with seventy-six (76) and TTM
6700 with fifty-three (53) single-family residential properties, associated public drainage easements
drainage basin as identified on the approved tract maps for Tract No. 6740, TTM 6700 and Tract No.
6775.
Tonight, staff recommends that the City Council: (1) Open the Public Hearing to accept public testimony
and any written protests regarding the yearly assessment. (2) Upon conclusion of the public testimony,
the mayor will close the public hearing and Council approve the Resolution authorizing staff to finalize
the Annual Engineers Report as written, or as amended. Subsequent and contingent of the passing of
this resolution, staff will request the adoption of the Final Engineers Report, and the Ordering of the levy
and collection of assessments on the County tax rolls for fiscal year 2026/2027 as described in the report.
The deadline for submission to the County Tax rolls is August 10th, 2026
FISCAL IMPACT: The total annual maintenance cost to the district is $11,530.00, which remains at the
increased figure due to maintenance performed in response to Tropical Storm Hillary. Annual
maintenance costs are funded through the assessments placed on the property tax bills.
ACTION REQUESTED:
1.) Conduct the Public Hearing to accept public testimony and written protest of yearly assessments
2.) Adopt the resolution approving the Finalization of the Engineer’s Report for the levying of
assessments for fiscal year 2026/2027.
CITY MANAGER / EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR RECOMMENDATION: Action as requested
Submitted by:

Travis Reed

Action Date: June 17, 2026

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RESOLUTION NO. 26-Xx

A RESOLUTION AND PUBLIC HEARING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF RIDGECREST, CALIFORNIA DECLARING ITS INTENT TO
LEVY AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS WITHIN THE CITY OF
RIDGECREST DRAINAGE BENEFIT ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 20161, PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE BENEFIT ASSESSMENT
ACT OF 1982; REVIEW OF THE PRELIMINARY ENGINEERS REPORT
AND AUTHORIZATION TO FINALIZE SAID REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR
2026/2027
The City Council of the City of Ridgecrest, California (hereafter referred to as “City
Council”) hereby finds, determines, resolves and orders as follows:
WHEREAS, The City Council has by previous Resolutions initiated proceedings
and declared its intention to levy special benefit assessments against parcels of land
within the City of Ridgecrest Drainage Benefit Assessment District No. 2016-1
(hereinafter referred to as the “District”); for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2026, and
ending June 30, 2027; pursuant to the provisions of the Benefit Act of 1982, Chapter 6.4 of
the California Government Code, commencing with Section 54703 (hereinafter referred to
as the "Act") to pay the costs and expenses of operating, maintaining and servicing of the
improvements within the District; and
WHEREAS, City Staff as directed by the City Council has prepared and filed with the
City Clerk, and the City Clerk has presented to the City Council the Preliminary Engineer’s
Annual Levy Report (hereafter referred to as the “Report”) in connection with the proposed
levy and collection of special benefit assessments upon eligible parcels of land within the
District, and the City Council did by previous Resolution approve such Report preparation;
and,
WHEREAS, The City Council desires to levy and collect assessments against
parcels of land within the District for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2026, and ending
June 30, 2027, to pay the costs and expenses of operating, maintaining and servicing the
improvements and appurtenant facilities located within the District; and,
WHEREAS, The City Council has previously conducted a property owner protest
ballot proceeding at the time the District was formed to establish the maximum
assessment authorized for the District and the proposed assessments to be levied for
Fiscal Year 2026/2027 as described in the Report are less than or equal to that authorized
maximum assessment, and therefore comply with the approval provisions of the
California State Constitution Article XIIID.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, DETERMINED, AND ORDERED BY THE CITY
COUNCIL FOR THE DISTRICT, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1

The above recitals are true and correct.

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Section 2

Based upon its review (and amendments, as applicable) of the Preliminary
Engineer’s Annual Levy Report, a copy of which has been presented to the
City Council and which has been filed with the City Clerk, the City Council
hereby finds and determines that:
a) The land within the boundaries of the District will receive special benefit
by the operation, maintenance and servicing of the improvements to be
provided by the District and funded by the annual assessments.
b) District includes the lands receiving such special benefit.
c) The net amount to be assessed upon the lands within the District is in
accordance and apportioned by a formula and method which fairly
distributes the net special benefit amount among the eligible parcels in
proportion to the special benefit to be received by each parcel from the
improvements and services for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2026,
and ending June 30, 2027.

Section 3

The Preliminary Report and assessment as presented to the City Council and
on file in the office of the City Clerk and are hereby confirmed.

Section 4

The City Council hereby orders the proposed Report be made final, which
improvements are briefly described as the maintenance and operation of and
the furnishing of services, materials and labor for drainage maintenance
areas, structures, related appurtenant facilities and services.

Section 5

The adoption of this Resolution constitutes the intent to levy and collect for the
Fiscal Year commencing July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 17th day of June, 2026.

_______________________________ ,
Travis Endicott, Mayor
City of Ridgecrest

_______________________________ ,
Ricca Charlon, City Clerk
City of Ridgecrest

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RESOLUTION NO. 26-Xx

STATE OF CALIFORNIA)
COUNTY OF KERN)
ss.
CITY OF RIDGECREST)
I, Ricca Charlon, City Clerk of the City of Ridgecrest, County of Kern, State of California
do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was regularly adopted by the City Council
of said City of Ridgecrest at a regular meeting of said council held on the 17th day of June,
2026 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAINED:
________________________________
Ricca Charlon, City Clerk
City of Ridgecrest

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City of Ridgecrest
Drainage Benefit Assessment
District (DRAFT)
No. 2016-1
(TRACT MAP 6700, 6775 AND PARTS OF 6740)

ENGINEER’S REPORT FISCAL
YEAR 2026/2027
Intent Meeting: May 6, 2026
Public Hearing: June 17, 2026
Adoption: June 17, 2026

ASSESSMENT ENGINEER'S AFFIDAVIT
RIDGECREST DRAINAGE BENEFIT ASSESSMENT
DISTRICT NO. 2016-1
(Tracts 6700, 6775 and parts of Tract 6740)
City of Ridgecrest
Kern County, State of California
This Report describes the improvements of the City of Ridgecrest Drainage Benefit
Assessment District No. 2016-1 (Tracts, 6700, 6775 & parts of 6740), as they existed at
the time of the passage of the Resolution of Intention. Reference is hereby made to the
Kern County Assessor’s maps for a detailed description of the lines and dimensions of
parcels within the District. The undersigned respectfully submits the enclosed Report as
directed by the City Council.
Dated this ____________ day of ______________, 2026.

By: ________________________________
Travis Reed, Public Works Director
R.C.E. # 93828

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................................................................................ 3
INTRODUCTION ...........................................................................................................................4
PART I — PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................. 6
PROPERTIES WITHIN THE DISTRICT ................................................................................. 6
FUNDING AUTHORIZED BY THE 1982 ACT ........................................................................ 6
IMPROVEMENTS AND SERVICES ...................................................................................... 6
DRAINAGE MAINTENANCE .............................................................................................. 7
PART II — METHOD OF APPORTIONMENT .............................................................................. 8
BENEFIT ANALYSIS ........................................................................................................ 8
ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGY ........................................................................................ 9
Equivalent Benefit Units: ................................................................................. 10
Land Use Tracts 6700, 6775 and parts of Tract 6740 .....................................11
Assessment Calculations: ............................................................................... 12
ASSESSMENT RANGE FORMULA .................................................................................... 12
PART III — DISTRICT BUDGETS ............................................................................................... 14
PART IV — DISTRICT DIAGRAM ............................................................................................... 16
PART V — ASSESSMENT ROLL ................................................................................................ 17
MAXIMUM ASSESSMENT ROLL....................................................................................... 18
ASSESSMENT ROLL FISCAL YEAR 2026/2027 ............................................................... 18

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INTRODUCTION
Pursuant to the provisions of the Benefit Assessment Act of 1982, being Chapter 6.4 of the
California Government Code, commencing with Section 54703 (hereafter referred to as the
“1982 Act”), and in compliance with the substantive and procedural requirements of the
California State Constitution Article XIIID (hereafter referred to as the “California
Constitution”), the City Council of the City of Ridgecrest, County of Kern, State of California
(hereafter referred to as “City”), annually levies and collects special assessments in order
to provide annual maintenance for Drainage Benefit Assessment District No. 2016-1 Tracts
6700, 6775 and parts of Tract 6740 (hereafter referred to as “District”), which includes all
lots and parcels of land within Tracts 6700, 6775 and parts of Tract 6740 that will receive
special benefit from the drainage improvements installed and maintenance in connection
with the development of these residential subdivisions within the City limits of Ridgecrest.
This Engineer’s Report (hereafter referred to as “Report”) has been prepared for the District
and the levy and collection of annual assessments in fiscal year 2026/2027, as required
pursuant to Section 54716 of the 1982 Act.
This Report describes the District, the improvements, and will levy and collect annual
assessments on the County tax roll. This will provide ongoing funding for the costs and
expenses required to service and maintain drainage improvements and appurtenant
facilities. These improvements are necessary and essential requirements for the
development of the properties within the District. The improvements are essential for the
protection of those properties and the surrounding ecological environment from flooding.
The improvements to be provided by the District and the assessments described herein
are made pursuant to the 1982 Act and the substantive and procedural provisions of the
California Constitution.
The budgets and assessments described in this Report are based on the planned
improvements and development requirements associated with Tracts 6700, 6775 and
parts of Tract 6740. The budgets described herein, represent an estimate of the direct
expenditures, incidental expenses, and fund balances that will be necessary to ensure
proper maintenance, servicing and funding needs to support the drainage
improvements that provide special benefit to properties within the District.
The word “parcel,” for the purposes of this Report, refers to an individual property
assigned its own Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN) by the Kern County Assessor’s
Office. The Kern County Auditor-Controller uses Assessor’s Parcel Numbers and
specific Fund Numbers to identify properties to be assessed on the tax roll for the
special benefit assessments.
Each subsequent fiscal year, a Report shall be prepared and presented to the City
Council describing any changes to the improvements, the services, the annual budget
and assessments for that fiscal year, and the City Council shall hold a noticed public
hearing regarding these matters prior to approving and ordering the levy of
assessments.

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This Report consists of five (5) parts:

Part I

Plans and Specifications: A description of the District boundaries and the
improvements associated with the District. The District is a single benefit zone
encompassing all properties within the territory identified as Ridgecrest Drainage
Benefit Assessment District 2016-1 (Tracts 6700, 6775 and parts of Tract 6740).

Part II
The Method of Apportionment: A discussion of benefits the improvements and
services provided to properties within the District and the method of calculating each
property’s proportional special benefit and annual assessment. This section also
identifies and outlines an Assessment Range Formula that provides for an annual
adjustment to the maximum assessment rate that establishes limits on future
assessments, but also provides for reasonable cost adjustments due to inflation without
the added expense of additional property owner protest ballot proceedings.

Part III
The District Budget: An estimate of the annual costs to operate, maintain and service
drainage improvements related to the properties within the District. This budget includes
an estimate of anticipated direct maintenance costs and incidental expenses including, but
not limited to administration expenses and the collection of appropriate fund
balances to establish an initial maximum assessment to be approved by the property
owners of record. The special benefit maximum assessment for this District is based on an
estimate of the annual maintenance and operational expenses at full build out of the
improvements. The assessments for the first fiscal year (2017/2018), and each
subsequent year shall be based on the estimated net annual cost of operating,
maintaining and servicing the District improvements for that fiscal year. The maximum
assessment (Rate per Equivalent Benefit Unit) identified in the budget of this Report
establishes the initial maximum assessment rate for the District in fiscal year 2017/2018
and shall be adjusted annually by the Assessment Range Formula described in the
method of apportionment.

Part IV
District Diagram: A Diagram showing the exterior boundaries of the District is provided in
this Report and includes all parcels that will receive special benefits from the
improvements. Parcel identification, the lines and dimensions of each lot, parcel and
subdivision of land within the District, are inclusive of all parcels as shown on the Kern
County Assessor's Parcel Maps as they existed at the time this report was prepared and
includes all subsequent subdivisions, lot line adjustments or parcel changes therein.
Reference is hereby made to the Kern County Assessor’s maps for a detailed
description of the lines and dimensions of each lot and parcel of land within the District.

Part V
Assessment Roll: A listing of the assessment amount to be presented to the property
owners of record in the protest ballot proceedings required pursuant to the provisions of
the California Constitution. The assessment amount for each parcel is based on the
parcel’s proportional special benefit as outlined in the method of apportionment and the
initial maximum assessment rate.
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PART I — PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
PROPERTIES WITHIN THE DISTRICT
Drainage Benefit Assessment District No. 2016-1, (Tracts 6700, 6775 and parts of Tract
6740), will consist of 182 residential properties, a park, and storm drain basin at build- out.
The purpose of the District is to ensure the ongoing maintenance, operation, and
servicing of drainage improvements currently installed, or scheduled to be installed in
connection with development of properties within the District. This District will provide
the financial mechanism (annual assessments) by which the ongoing operation and
maintenance of these improvements will be funded.
The District structure, improvements, method of apportionment and assessments
described in this Report are based on current development and improvement plans
including all estimated direct expenditures, incidental expenses, and reserves
associated with the maintenance and servicing of the improvements.
The District is located within the boundaries of the City of Ridgecrest, generally situated
on College Heights Blvd. South of W. Springer Ave., and North of W. Kendall Ave.

FUNDING AUTHORIZED BY THE 1982 ACT
As generally defined by the Benefit Assessment Act of 1982 and applicable to this
District, the City may impose a benefit assessment to finance the maintenance and
operation costs of the following services:
1) Drainage; and,
2) Flood Control
In addition to imposing a benefit assessment for the annual maintenance and operation of
the District improvements, the City may also authorize an assessment or utilize
existing assessment revenues to finance the installation, construction or replacement of
drainage and flood control facilities. While such activities are permitted under the 1982 Act,
the budget and assessments for this District only provide for normal maintenance and
operation of the improvements. Since most major rehabilitation/construction projects
result from unforeseen damages, the extent and cost of such projects are not easily
predicted and to accumulate funds as part of the normal annual assessments is not
practical. If such funding becomes necessary, the City may present a new or
increased assessment to the property owners to support such projects.

IMPROVEMENTS AND SERVICES
The purpose of this District is to fund the activities necessary to maintain and service
the corresponding drainage improvements required of properties within the District. The
maintenance and operation of these improvements may include but are not limited to all
materials, equipment, labor, and incidental expenses deemed necessary to keep these
improvements in satisfactory condition as well as the collection of assessment
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installments for the periodic service activities, repair or rehabilitation of various
improvements and facilities (not capital improvements expenditures or replacement of
the drainage infrastructure).
Detailed maps and descriptions of the location and extent of the improvements to be
maintained by the District are on file in the Office of Public Works and by reference are
made part of this Report. These plans and specifications may be amended or modified from
time to time to reflect future property development within the District or necessary changes
to the planned developments currently approved by the City. The net annual cost to
provide and maintain the improvements determined to be of special benefit shall be
allocated to each property in proportion to the special benefits received from those
various improvements. The District improvements and services are generally described as:

DRAINAGE MAINTENANCE
For Tracts 6700, 6775 and parts of Tract 6740, the drainage improvements are as
follows:
• Storm Drain Basin/Park
• Storm Drain Sumps
• Drainage Mains
• All appurtenant facilities, equipment, materials and utilities related to the
aforementioned improvements.

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PART II — METHOD OF APPORTIONMENT
The 1982 Act permits the establishment of assessment districts by agencies for the
purpose of providing for the maintenance, operation and servicing of drainage and flood
control improvements as well as streets, roads and appurtenant facilities. The 1982 Act
further requires that the cost of these improvements be levied according to benefit
rather than assessed value:
“The amount of the assessment imposed on any parcel of property shall be
related to the benefit to the parcel which will be derived from the provision of
the service”.
Furthermore:
“The annual aggregate amount of the assessment shall not exceed the
estimated annual cost of providing the service, except that the legislative body
may, by resolution, determine that the estimated cost of work authorized … is
greater than can be conveniently raised from a single annual assessment and
order that the estimated cost shall be raised by an assessment levied and
collected in installments…. The revenue derived from the assessment shall not
be used to pay the cost of any service other than the service for which the
assessment was levied.
The method of apportionment described in this Report for allocation of special benefit
assessments reflects the composition of parcels within the District and the
improvements and services provided, to fairly apportion the costs based on the special
benefits to each parcel.

BENEFIT ANALYSIS
The ongoing maintenance and servicing of the District improvements is an integral part of
the use and preservation of the properties within the District and as such confer a
particular and distinct special benefit to those parcels. The proper maintenance of the
improvements and appurtenant facilities allows individual parcels to be developed and
used to their fullest extent by ensuring adequate drainage and proper control of excess
water during hydrological events, which is essential to preservation and protection of
private property. In reviewing the drainage analysis prepared in connection with
the development of properties in Tracts 6700, 6775 and parts of Tract 6740 (which contains
all parcels within the District) it was determined that improvements to be maintained
through this District are only necessary to provide drainage and control of excess water
during hydrological events for properties within the District. That analysis indicated that the
drainage and flow of excess water during hydrological events from surrounding
properties will not be addressed by the District improvements and these improvements are
only necessary to mitigate water run-off from the properties in the District.
Therefore, it has been determined that these drainage improvements and the
maintenance and servicing of such improvements is entirely a special benefit to
properties in the District and there is no quantifiable general benefit to properties or the
public at large.
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However, the drainage improvements proposed are paramount to the protection of existing
public and private improvements which lie north of the subject district.

ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGY
All costs associated with the improvements and services shall be fairly distributed
among the parcels based upon the special benefit received by each parcel. Additionally, in
compliance with the California Constitution Article XIIID Section 4, each parcel’s
assessment may not exceed the reasonable cost of the proportional special benefit
conferred to that parcel. The method of apportionment established for this District and
described herein, reflects the proportional special benefit each property receives from
the improvements and services based on the actual land use of that parcel as
compared to other properties within the District. The benefit formula used to determine the
assessment obligation for each parcel is based upon both the type of improvements that
benefit that particular parcel as well as the land use of each property as compared to other
parcels that benefit from those specific improvements.
Upon review of the improvements and the development of properties within the District it
has been determined that all properties receive similar special benefits from each of the
improvements and services to be funded by annual assessments and a single zone of
benefit is appropriate for the allocation of the assessments and proportional special
benefit.
Furthermore, with the exception of the drainage sump, pocket park and public rights of way,
all units within the District are zoned as residential.
Equivalent Benefit Units:
To assess benefits equitably it is necessary to relate each property’s proportional
special benefits to the special benefits of other properties within the District. The method of
apportionment established for most districts formed under the 1982 Benefit Act
utilizes a weighted method of apportionment known as an Equivalent Benefit Unit (EBU)
methodology that uses a weighted EBU based on an assessment formula that equates the
property’s specific development characteristics such as land use and size to that of other
properties in the District.
Because this district will ultimately be comprised of only properties that will be
developed for residential use, the single-family residential unit or lot is assigned one
(1.000) Equivalent Benefit Unit (EBU) and other property types (land uses) are
proportionately weighted (weighted EBU) based on a benefit formula that equates each
property’s specific characteristics and special benefits to that of the single-family
residential unit. Based on the planned development of properties in Tract 6700 and
Tract 6775, the following land use classifications and proportional EBUs are outlined in the
following:
Single-Family Residential Property — is defined as a fully subdivided residential
home site with or without a structure. For purposes of establishing the proportional
special benefits and equivalent benefit units for other land uses in this District, the
single-family residential land use is designated as the basic unit of assessment and
shall be assigned 1.000 EBU per parcel.
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Vacant Property — is defined as property that has been identified as undeveloped, but
has reasonable development potential (Few or no development restrictions). When
considering the special benefits from the improvements it becomes evident that the
proportional special benefits associated with vacant property is less than that of
developed properties because the full improvement infrastructure associated with the
property has likely not been installed, but they do benefit from the overall drainage
improvements such as the drainage basin. Therefore, the Equivalent Benefit Units
applied to these properties shall be based on 0.500 EBU per planned residential unit for
the property or 1.000 EBU per acre if the number of planned residential units is
unknown.
Exempt Property (Parcel) — identifies parcels that for various reasons, it has been
determined that the parcel does not and will not receive special benefits from the
improvements. This land use classification may include but is not limited to:
➢ Lots or parcels identified as public streets and other roadways (typically not
assigned an APN by the County);
➢ Dedicated public easements including open space areas, utility rights-of-way,
greenbelts, parkways, or other publicly-owned or utility-owned land that serves the
community or general public and are not considered or classified as developed
public properties, this excludes drainage devices such as cross gutters, spandrels,
curb drains, inlets, etc. that are specifically designed to capture drainage of the area;
➢ Parcels of land that are privately owned, but cannot be developed independently
from an adjacent property or is part of a shared interest with other properties, such
as common areas, including parks, sliver parcels, bifurcated lots or properties with
very restrictive development potential or use.
Because these properties either provide a public service that is comparable to
landscaping or street lighting improvements, or they are dependent on another property or
development, these types of parcels have no direct need for such improvements and are
considered to receive no special benefits. Therefore, these parcels shall be exempt from
assessment and are assigned 0.000 EBU. However, these properties shall be reviewed
annually by the assessment engineer to confirm the parcel’s use and/or development
status has not changed.
Special Case Property — In many districts where multiple land use classifications are
involved or the properties being developed are being constructed in phases, there may be
one or more properties that the standard land use classifications do not accurately
identify the use and special benefits received from the improvements or there may be
something about that particular parcel that should be noted for review in subsequent
fiscal years.
The Equivalent Benefit Units assigned to Special Case Properties will vary depending
on the circumstances and reasons for treating each particular property as a Special
Case. The Equivalent Benefit Unit(s) assigned to each such parcel may be based on
adjusted acreage, units, planned subdivided lots, or a combination of those factors. The
City and/or the assessment engineer tasked with the administration of the District shall
annually review each parcel designated as a Special Case Property and based on that
review shall make appropriate adjustments to that property’s land use and Equivalent
Benefit Unit assignment as warranted.
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Land Use Tracts 6700, 6775 and parts of Tract 6740
Property Type

Equivalent Benefit Units

Residential

1.000 per Lot/Unit

Vacant Property (Planned Units)

0.500 per planned Lot/Unit

Vacant Property (Unknown Units)

1.000 per Acre

Exempt Parcel

-

per Lot/Parcel

Assessment Calculations:
The total number of Equivalent Benefit Units (EBU’s) is the sum of all individual EBU's
applied to parcels that receive special benefit from the improvements. An assessment
amount per EBU (Assessment Rate) for the improvements is established by taking the total
cost of the improvements and dividing that amount by the total number of EBU’s of all
parcels benefiting from the improvements. This Rate is then applied back to each
parcel’s individual EBU to determine the parcel’s proportionate benefit and assessment
obligation for the improvements.
Total Balance to Levy / Total EBU = Levy per EBU
Levy per EBU x Parcel EBU = Parcel Levy Amount

ASSESSMENT RANGE FORMULA
Any new or increased assessment requires certain noticing and meeting requirements
by law. Prior to the passage of Proposition 218 (California Constitution Articles XIII C
and XIII D), legislative changes in the Brown Act defined a "new or increased
assessment" to exclude certain conditions. These conditions included "any assessment
that does not exceed an assessment formula or range of assessments previously
adopted by the agency or approved by the voters in the area where the assessment is
imposed." This definition and conditions were later confirmed through Senate Bill 919
(Proposition 218 implementing legislation).
The purpose of establishing an Assessment Range Formula is to provide for reasonable
increases and inflationary adjustment to annual assessments without requiring costly
noticing and mailing procedures, which could add to the Annexation costs and
assessments. Commencing with fiscal year 2016/2017, the amount of the assessment
for the Annexation may be increased to adjust for increases in labor and material costs.
The increase established for this District is a Fixed 3.5% annual inflationary adjustment
(Assessment Range Formula).
The Maximum Assessment is adjusted annually and is calculated independent of the
annual budget and annual assessment. Any annual assessment (rate per EBU less
than or equal to this Maximum Assessment) is not considered an increased
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assessment, even if the assessment is greater than the assessment applied in the prior
fiscal year.
Although the Maximum Assessment will increase each year, the actual assessment
may remain unchanged. The Maximum Assessment adjustment is designed to establish a
reasonable limit on assessments. The Maximum Assessment calculated each year does
not require or facilitate an increase to the annual assessment and neither does it restrict
assessments to the adjusted maximum amount. If the budget and assessment for the
fiscal year do not require an increase, or the increase is less than the adjusted Maximum
Assessment, then the required budget and assessment may be applied without
additional property owner balloting. If the budget and assessments calculated requires
an increase greater than the adjusted Maximum Assessment, then the assessment
is considered an increased assessment and would be subject to balloting.

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PART III — DISTRICT BUDGETS
The following budget outlines the estimated annual costs to be collected to maintain the
improvements and the applicable assessment rates for Fiscal Year 2026/2027.

MAINTENANCE & OPERATION EXPENSES

Proposed
FY 2026/2027
Budget

Drainage Sump Pump Expenses
Drainage Sump Pump and Basin Maintenance
(Primarily Slope re-solidification and weed
abatement)
Total Direct Costs
INCIDENTAL/ADMINISTRATION EXPENSES
Reserve Fund Collection
Printing and Publishing
Mailing and Postage
County Collection Fee
City Overhead and Administration
Consulting fees
Total Incidental Costs
Total Maintenance, Operation & Incidental Expenses
COLLECTIONS/(CREDITS) APPLIED TO LEVY
General Benefit Contribution
Additional City Contribution
Total Contribution/Credit
Balance to Levy (Budgeted)
DISTRICT STATISTICS
Total Parcels
Total Parcels Levied
Total Equivalent Benefit Units
Levy Per EBU (Applied)
Maximum Assessment Rate per EBU
Amount to Collect
Prior Year Levy per EBU (Applied)
Prior Year Maximum Assessment Rate per EBU
Change in Maximum Rate from Prior Year
Reserve Fund
Fund Balances from City
Estimated Beginning Reserve Balance - June 30, 2026
Reserve Fund Collection/Contribution
Estimated Ending Account/Reserve Balance June 30, 2027

$8000.00
$8000.00

$250.00
160.00
40.00
80.00
3,000.00
0.00
$3,530.00
$11,530.00

($576.00)
$0.00
($576.00)
$10,954.00
71
71
125.50
$87.29
$126.896
$10,954.89
$91.87
$122.605

3.50%

$35,113.74
250.00
$35,363.74

MAINTENANCE & OPERATION EXPENSES
Note: Variance from budget due to rounding and County even penny rule. Target Reserve is $50,000.00

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PART IV — DISTRICT DIAGRAM
The following District Diagram identifies the area of land within the District to be
designated as “Drainage Benefit Assessment District No. 2016-1 (Tracts 6700, 6775
and parts of Tract 6740)”, based on the development and improvement plans for the
District, Kern County Assessor’s Maps, and Kern County Assessor’s property
information as the same existed at the time this Report was prepared. The District
includes Kern County Assessor’s Parcel Map Book 510: Pages 211, 213, 214 (all
Parcels); Page 212 Parcels 1 through 8; and Page 010 Parcels 17 and 18. The
combination of this map and the Assessment Roll contained in Part V of this Report
constitute the Assessment Diagram for the District.
A copy of the District Diagram follows:

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ASSESSMENT DIAGRAM FOR
DRAINAGE BENEFIT ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2016-1
CITY OF RIDGECREST, COUNTY OF KERN, STATE OF CALIFORNIA

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PART V — ASSESSMENT ROLL
Parcel identification for each lot or parcel within the District is outlined in the
preceding Assessment Diagram and is based on available parcel maps and property
data from the Kern County Assessor’s Office at the time this Engineer’s Report was
prepared. A listing of the lots and parcels to be assessed within this District for Fiscal
Year 2026/2027 along with the assessment amount for each such lot or parcel is
provided below.
If any parcel submitted for collection is identified by the County Auditor-Controller to be
an invalid parcel number for the fiscal year, a corrected parcel number and/or new
parcel numbers will be identified and resubmitted to the County AuditorController. The assessment amount to be levied and collected for the resubmitted
parcel or parcels shall be based on the method of apportionment and assessment
rates described in this Report as approved by the City Council. Therefore, if a single
parcel is subdivided to multiple parcels, the assessment amount applied to each of
the new parcels shall be recalculated and applied according to the approved method of
apportionment and assessment rate rather than a proportionate share of the
original assessment amount.

MAXIMUM ASSESSMENT ROLL
Subsequent to this section and the Assessment Roll Fiscal Year 2026/2027 is a list of
the lots and parcels of land (parcels) within the District and the corresponding maximum
assessments being set for Fiscal Year 2026/2027 as determined by the assessment
rate and method of apportionment described herein.

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ASSESSMENT ROLL FISCAL YEAR 2026/2027
The following is a list of the lots and parcels of land (parcels) within the District and the
corresponding assessments to be levied and collected for Fiscal Year 2026/2027 as
determined by the assessment rate and method of apportionment described herein:

APN

Designated Land
Use

Equivalent
Benefit Unit

Proposed
Levy

Maximum
Levy

Proposed
Assessment

Maximum
Assessment

510-010-17-00

Undeveloped
Residential (Acreage)

26.50

$126.90

$2,313.19

$3,382.85

510-010-24-00

Undeveloped
Residential (Acreage)
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential

$87.29
$87.29

30.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00

$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90

$2,618.70
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29

$3,807.00
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90

510-211-01-00
510-211-02-00
510-211-03-00
510-211-04-00
510-211-05-00
510-211-06-00
510-211-07-00
510-211-08-00
510-211-09-00
510-211-10-00
510-211-11-00
510-211-12-00
510-211-13-00
510-211-14-00
510-211-15-00
510-211-16-00
510-212-01-00
510-212-02-00
510-212-03-00
510-212-04-00
510-212-05-00
510-212-06-00
510-212-07-00
510-212-08-00
510-213-01-00
510-213-02-00
510-213-03-00
510-213-04-00
510-213-05-00
510-213-06-00
510-213-07-00
510-213-08-00
510-213-09-00
510-213-10-00

2026/2027

$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29

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APN

Designated Land
Use

Equivalent
Benefit Unit

Proposed
Levy

Maximum
Levy

Proposed
Assessment

Maximum
Assessment

510-213-11-00
510-213-12-00
510-213-13-00
510-213-14-00
510-213-15-00
510-213-16-00
510-213-17-00
510-214-01-00
510-214-02-00
510-214-03-00
510-214-04-00
510-214-05-00
510-214-06-00
510-214-07-00
510-214-08-00
510-214-09-00
510-214-10-00
510-214-11-00
510-214-12-00
510-220-01-00
510-220-02-00
510-220-03-00
510-220-04-00
510-220-05-00
510-220-06-00
510-220-07-00
510-220-08-00
510-220-09-00
510-220-10-00
510-220-11-00
510-220-12-00
510-220-13-00
510-220-14-00
510-220-15-00
510-220-16-00

Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential

1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
125.50

$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29

$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90

$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29
$87.29

$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90
$126.90

$10,954.90

$15,945.95
71.00

Total
Total Parcel Count

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Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

STAFF REPORT

SUBJECT: A Resolution And Public Hearing Of The City Council Of The City Of Ridgecrest,
California Declaring Its Intent To Levy And Collect Assessments Within The Consolidated
Landscaping And Lighting District No. 2012-1, Review Of The Preliminary Engineers Report And
Authorization To Finalize Said Report For Fiscal Year 2026/2027
PRESENTED BY: Travis Reed, City Manager
SUMMARY:
At the May 6th, 2026 City Council Meeting, the City Council adopted a resolution initiating the annual
proceedings and directed staff to prepare the annual Engineers Report. This public hearing is being
held to adopt a resolution declaring its intention to levy the annual assessments and review said
Preliminary Annual Engineers Report.
The formation of the Consolidated Landscaping and Lighting District No. 2012-1 was established in
2012 and subsequently have had future annexations to the District pursuant to the provisions of the
Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 and the California Constitution Article XIIID, (Proposition
218). Per the 1972 Act and Prop 218, an annual Engineers Report must be prepared and reviewed
by public hearing so levy values can be discussed or protested.
The City of Ridgecrest is perpetuating the District to continue a dedicated revenue source to fund the
expenses related to the special benefit provided to the properties within the District. Said funding is
being levied to pay for the ongoing maintenance, operation and servicing of the local streetscape,
landscaping and street lighting improvements established in connection with development of the
properties within the boundaries of the District which are further described within the preliminary
report.
Tonight, staff recommends that the City Council: (1) Open the Public Hearing to accept public
testimony and any written protests regarding the yearly assessment. (2) Upon conclusion of the public
testimony, the Mayor will close the public hearing and Council approve the Resolution approving
staff to finalize the Preliminary Engineers Report as written, or as amended. Contingent on changes
to the report, staff will request the adoption of the Final Engineers Report, and the Ordering of the
levy and collection of assessments on the County tax rolls for fiscal year 2026/2027 as described in
the report.
The deadline for submission to the County Tax rolls is August 10th, 2026
One Zone of Note is Zone 3, based on previous council action which capped an initial levy on certain
parcels to a beginning cost of $100.00 (annually) or $0.00 (annually) this fund is now in a structural
deficit. As per council direction staff has developed a 4-year reimplementation of the full required
levy in 25% increments.
The proposed Levies are as follows.

Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

STAFF REPORT

Year 1 – (2025-2026) ~ Imposed 25% of actual levy necessary (LAST YEAR)
Property
APN

EBU

Max
Levy

Imposed
Levy

Previous
Year Levy

343-35101

1,540.7
925

$1,845.8
7

$461.47

$128.28

343-35102

1,540.7
925

$1,845.8
7

$461.47

$128.28

343-35103

2,257.7
037

$2,704.7
3

$676.19

$0.00

343-35106

1,550.2
962

$1,857.2
6

$464.32

$128.28

343-35107

1,556.1
410

$1,864.2
6

$466.07

$128.28

343-35108

2,230.5
685

$2,672.2
2

$668.06

$0.00

Year 2 – (2026-2027) With 3.5% increase allowable to district and increasing levy
to 50% of Actual Levy necessary (This Year)
Property
APN

EBU

Max
Levy

Imposed
Levy

Previous
Year Levy

343-35101

1,540.7
925

$1,910.5
8

$939.88

$461.47

343-35102

1,540.7
925

$1,910.5
8

$939.88

$461.47

343-35103

2,257.7
037

$2,799.5
5

$1,377.2
0

$676.19

343-35106

1,550.2
962

$1,929.6
2

$945.67

$464.32

343-35107

1,556.1
410

$1,929.5
2

$949.25

$466.07

343-35108

2,230.5
685

$2,765.9
1

$1360.65

$668.06

Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

STAFF REPORT

Year 3 – (2027-2028) With 3.5% increase allowable to district and increasing levy
to 75% of Actual Levy necessary (NEXT YEAR)
Property
APN

EBU

Max
Levy

Imposed
Levy

Previous
Year
Levy

343-35101

1,540.
7925

$1,977.
36

$1,483.0
3

$939.88

343-35102

1,540.
7925

$1,977.
36

$1,483.0
3

$939.88

343-35103

2,257.
7037

$2,897.
40

$2,173.0
6

$1,377.20

343-35106

1,550.
2962

$1,989.
56

$1,492.1
8

$945.67

343-35107

1,556.
1410

$1,997.
06

$1,497.8
0

$949.25

343-35108

2,230.
5685

$2,862.
58

$2,146.9
4

$1360.65

Year 4 – (2028-2029) With 3.5% increase allowable to district and increasing levy
to 100% of Actual Levy necessary (FULL LEVY)
Property
APN

EBU

Max
Levy

Imposed
Levy

Previous
Year Levy

343-35101

1,540.
7925

$2,046.
57

$2,046.5
7

$1,483.03

343-35102

1,540.
7925

$2,046.
57

$2,046.5
7

$1,483.03

343-35103

2,257.
7037

$2,998.
81

$2,998.8
1

$2,173.06

343-35106

1,550.
2962

$2,059.
19

$2,059.1
9

$1,492.18

343-35107

1,556.
1410

$2,066.
96

$2,066.9
6

$1,497.80

343-35108

2,230.
5685

$2,962.
77

$2,962.7
7

$2,146.94

Please note the Maximum Levy will only be used if it is required and necessary to
meet the required reserve balance. These rates are subject to change based on the
yearly calculation.

Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

STAFF REPORT

Zone 3 will require a $1,994.00 contribution from the general fund until the maximum annual levy
is reached in year four to remain in current operation. Also of note, if council perpetuates this process
for future years the impact on the budget will be removed in FY28/29.
FISCAL IMPACT: The total balance to Levy to the Districts is $122,087.90. Annual maintenance
costs are funded through the assessments placed on the property tax bills.
ACTION REQUESTED:
(1) Conduct the Public Hearing to accept public testimony and written protest of yearly
assessments
(2) Adopt the resolution approving the Finalization of the Engineer’s Report for the levying
of assessments for fiscal year 2026/2027.
CITY MANAGER / EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR RECOMMENDATION: Action as requested
Submitted by: Travis Reed

Action Date: June 17, 2026

RESOLUTION 26-__

A RESOLUTION AND PUBLIC HEARING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF RIDGECREST, CALIFORNIA DECLARING ITS INTENT TO
LEVY AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS WITHIN THE CONSOLIDATED
LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING DISTRICT NO. 2012-1, REVIEW OF
THE PRELIMINARY ENGINEERS REPORT AND AUTHORIZATION TO
FINALIZE SAID REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026/2027
The City Council of the City of Ridgecrest, California (hereafter referred to as “City
Council”) hereby finds, determines, resolves and orders as follows:
WHEREAS, The City Council has by previous Resolutions initiated proceedings and
declared its intention to levy special benefit assessments against parcels of land within the
Consolidated Landscaping and Lighting District No. 2012-1, (hereafter referred to as the
“District”) for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027; pursuant
to the provisions of the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, Part 2 of Division 15 of the
California Streets and Highways Code, commencing with Section 22500 (hereinafter
referred to as the "Act") to pay the costs and expenses of operating, maintaining and
servicing of the improvements located within the District; and,
WHEREAS, City Staff as directed by the City Council has prepared and filed with the
City Clerk, and the City Clerk has presented to the City Council the Preliminary Engineer’s
Annual Levy Report (hereafter referred to as the “Report”) in connection with the proposed
levy and collection of special benefit assessments upon eligible parcels of land within the
District, and the City Council did by previous Resolution approve such Report preparation;
and,
WHEREAS, The City Council desires to levy and collect assessments against
parcels of land within the District for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2026, and ending
June 30, 2027, to pay the costs and expenses of operating, maintaining and servicing the
improvements and appurtenant facilities located within the District; and,
WHEREAS, The City Council has previously conducted a property owner protest
ballot proceeding at the time the District was formed to establish the maximum
assessment authorized for the District and the proposed assessments to be levied for
Fiscal Year 2026/2027 as described in the Report are less than or equal to that authorized
maximum assessment, and therefore comply with the approval provisions of the
California State Constitution Article XIIID.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, DETERMINED, AND ORDERED BY THE CITY
COUNCIL FOR THE DISTRICT, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1

The above recitals are true and correct.

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Section 2

Based upon its review (and amendments, as applicable) of the Preliminary
Engineer’s Annual Levy Report, a copy of which has been presented to the
City Council and which has been filed with the City Clerk, the City Council
hereby finds and determines that:
a) The land within the boundaries of the District will receive special benefit
by the operation, maintenance and servicing of the improvements to be
provided by the District and funded by the annual assessments.
b) District includes the lands receiving such special benefit.
c) The net amount to be assessed upon the lands within the District is in
accordance and apportioned by a formula and method which fairly
distributes the net special benefit amount among the eligible parcels in
proportion to the special benefit to be received by each parcel from the
improvements and services for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2026,
and ending June 30, 2027.

Section 3

The Preliminary Report and assessment as presented to the City Council and
on file in the office of the City Clerk and are hereby confirmed.

Section 4

The City Council hereby orders the proposed Report be made final, which
improvements are briefly described as the maintenance and operation of and
the furnishing of services and materials for landscape maintenance areas,
street lighting and related appurtenant facilities and services.

Section 5

The adoption of this Resolution constitutes the intent to levy and collect for the
Fiscal Year commencing July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 17th day of June, 2026.

_______________________________ ,
Travis Endicott, Mayor
City of Ridgecrest

_______________________________ ,
Ricca Charlon, City Clerk
City of Ridgecrest

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA)
COUNTY OF KERN)
ss.
CITY OF RIDGECREST)
I, Ricca Charlon, City Clerk of the City of Ridgecrest, County of Kern, State of California
do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was regularly adopted by the City Council
of said City of Ridgecrest at a regular meeting of said council held on the 17th day of June,
2026 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAINED:
________________________________
Ricca Charlon, City Clerk
City of Ridgecrest

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City of Ridgecrest
Consolidated Landscaping and
Lighting District No. 2012-1
PRELIMINARY ENGINEER’S REPORT
FISCAL YEAR 2026/2027

Intent Meeting: May 6, 2026
Public Hearing: June 17, 2026
Adoption: June 17, 2026

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ENGINEER'S REPORT AFFIDAVIT
City of Ridgecrest
Consolidated Landscaping and Lighting District No. 2012-1

This Report describes the District and the relevant zones therein including the
improvements, budgets, parcels and assessments t o b e l e v i e d f o r F i sc a l Y e a r
2026/2027 as they existed at the time of the passage of the Resolution of Intention.
Reference is hereby made to the Kern County Assessor’s maps for a detailed description
of the lines and dimensions of parcels within the District. The undersigned respectfully
submits the enclosed Report as directed by the City Council.
Dated this ____________ day of ______________, 2026.

By: ________________________________
Travis Reed, Deputy City Manager
R.C.E. # 93828

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................... 2
PART I — PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................... 3
Description of the District ............................................................................ 3
Improvements Authorized under the 1972 Act ........................................... 4
District Improvements .................................................................................. 8
Landscape Improvements............................................................................ 8
Lighting Improvements .............................................................................. 15
PART II — METHOD OF APPORTIONMENT .......................................................18
Benefit Analysis ................................................................................................... 18
Special Benefit ..................................................................................................... 18
General Benefit..................................................................................................... 21
Landscape General Benefit………………………………………………………….. 21
Lighting General Benefit……………………………………………………………... 22
Assessment Methodology .................................................................................. 24
Zones of Benefit ................................................................................................... 25
Equivalent Benefit Units ...................................................................................... 25
Summary of Equivalent Benefit Unit Assignments……………………………… 36
Allocation of Improvement Costs Zone 1, 1B, 1C, 2, 3, 4, & 5.......................... 38
Allocation of Improvement Costs Zone 6 …........................................................ 39
Assessment Range Formula ................................................................................ 41
PART III — DISTRICT BUDGETS ......................................................................... 46
PART IV — DISTRICT DIAGRAMS ....................................................................... 47
PART V — ASSESSMENT ROLL ......................................................................... 55

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Introduction
Pursuant to the provisions of the Landscape and Lighting Act of 1972, being Part 2 of Division 15
of the California Streets and Highways Code, commencing with Section 22500 (hereafter
referred to as the “1972 Act”), and in compliance with the substantive and procedural
requirements of Article XIIID of the California State Constitution (hereafter referred to as the
“California Constitution”), the City Council of the City of Ridgecrest, County of Kern, State of
California (hereafter referred to as “City”), annually levies and collects special assessments in
order to provide annual maintenance for parks, landscaping and lighting improvements within
the Consolidated Landscaping and Lighting District No. 2012-1 (hereafter referred to as the
“District”). The District was formed through the consolidation of several individual landscaping
and lighting maintenance Districts that previously existed within the City. The original District
and subsequent annexations of various territories and developments to the Consolidated
District are identified as separate Zones and Annexations (hereafter referred to jointly as “Zones”).
The District and the Zones therein have been established and are levied annual assessments,
pursuant to the “1972 Act”).
This Engineer’s Report (hereafter referred to as “Report”) has been prepared in connection with
the levy and collection of annual assessments related thereto as required pursuant to Chapter 1,
Article 4 of the 1972 Act.
The City Council will levy and collect annual assessments on the County tax roll for fiscal year
2026/2027, to provide funding for the ongoing costs and expenses required to service and
maintain the street lighting and landscape improvements associated with the development of
properties within each Zones and Annexations. The improvements to be provided by the District
and the assessments described herein are made pursuant to the 1972 Act and the provisions of
the California Constitution.
This Report describes the District, the improvements, and the assessments to be imposed upon
properties in connection with the special benefits the properties receive from the maintenance
and servicing of the District improvements. The assessments outlined in this Report represent
an estimate of the annual direct expenditures, incidental expenses, and fund balances that will
be necessary to maintain and service the improvements to be provided by the District. Said
assessments are based on specific development plans and s pe c if i ca ti on s f o r e a ch Zo ne
a nd Ann ex at i on . Said costs have been developed off of previous expenditures of the district
The development plans and specifications for each Zone and Annexation and the associated
improvements are on file in the Office of Public Works of the City of Ridgecrest and by reference
these plans and specifications are made part of this Report.
The word “parcel,” for the purposes of this Report, refers to an individual property assigned its own
Assessment Number (Assessor’s Parcel Number— “APN”) by the Kern County Assessor’s
Office. The County Auditor/Controller uses Assessment Numbers and specific District Fund
Numbers, to identify on the tax roll, properties assessed for special district assessments. Each
parcel within the District will be assessed proportionately for only those improvements for which
the parcel receives special benefit.
Each fiscal year, an annual engineer’s report for the District shall be prepared and presented to
the City Council to address any changes to the District including any annexations, changes to
the improvements, budgets and assessments for that fiscal year. The City Council shall
annually hold a noticed public hearing regarding these matters prior to approving and ordering
the levy of assessments for the upcoming fiscal year.
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Part I — Plans and Specifications
Description of the District
The 1972 Act allows various areas to be annexed into an existing district zone of benefit when the
territory in the annexation receives substantially the same proportional special benefits from the
improvements provided as other properties in the Zone or established as a separate Zone if the
proportional special benefits from the improvements provided are different. The costs associated
with the installation, maintenance, and servicing of the improvements may be a ssessed to those
properties, which are benefited by the installation, maintenance, and servicing of such
improvements.
Original District 2012-1
Zone 1: The territory within this Zone consists of the lots and parcels of land within Tract No. 6740.
This was the original district formed in Fiscal Year 2012/2013, and is currently known as Zone 1.
Tract 6740 is a residential subdivision consisting of sixty-seven (67) single-family residential homes,
associated public rights-of-ways and easements as identified on the approved tract maps for Tract
No. 6740. This residential tract is generally located on the west side of College Heights Boulevard,
just north of Kendall Avenue and includes the residential streets designated as Del Rosa Drive, the
south half ( ½ ) of Rain Shadow Court, Salt River Drive, Majestic Sky Court and Wild Thorne Drive.
Zone 1B: The territory within this Zone consists of the lots and parcels of land within Tract No.
6775 and is a residential subdivision that will consist of seventy-six (76) single family residential
parcels at build-out. This residential tract is located on the west side of College Heights Boulevard
adjacent to and north of the Tract 6740 and south of Tract 6700 and Springer Avenue. Tract 6775
was formed in Fiscal Year 2016/2017. Currently only phase 1 of construction has been completed.
Phase 1 consists of 16 residential lots. The remaining 60 lots are yet to be developed.
Zone 1C: The territory within this Zone consist of one parcel of land within Tract 6700 and is a
residential subdivision that will consist of fifty-three (53) single-family residential parcels at build-out,
along with a park and storm drain basin. Tract 6700 is located on the west side of College Heights
Boulevard, south of Springer Avenue and north of the adjacent subdivision Tract 6775. Tract 6700
was formed in Fiscal Year 2016/2017. Annexation No. 2016-2
Zone 2 and 3: The territories in these Zones were formed in Fiscal Year 2017/2018 (also known as
Annexation No. 2016-2) the zones comprise of Residential and Non-Residential mixed used
development and totals approximately eighty-three acres (83.08 acres) of which includes:
36.75 acres that is zoned and identified by the City as “Planned Multi-Family Residential”
properties including parcels 343-351-01 through 343-351-03 and 343- 351-06 through 343-35108;

5.86 acres that is identified as a “Vacant Non-Residential” property. This acreage being the
portion of parcel 509-020-46 (14.32 acres) which is northeast College Heights Boulevard
and northwest of Bataan Avenue. Parcel 509-020-46 is segregated into three lots
by College Heights Boulevard and Bataan Avenue;
12.12 acres that is identified as “Developed Non-Residential” properties including parcels
509-020-21 and 509-020-22 located on the southwest corner of S. China Lake Boulevard
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and Bowman Road;
28.35 acres that is identified as “Developed Non-Residential” properties including parcels
343-351-34 and 343-351-35 (the 2016 Walmart project) located on the southeast corner of
S. China Lake Boulevard and Bowman road.
Annexation No. 2019-1
Zone 4: The territory within this Zone was formed in Fiscal Year 2019/2020 (also known as
Annexation No. 2019-1) and is currently comprised of forty-five (45) parcels totaling approximately
twenty acres (19.67 acres). More commonly known as Tract 6908. It was previously identified on the
Kern County Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN) Maps as Book 456, Page 010, Parcels 02, 03 and
08. These parcels are expected to build out this year into forty-five (45) assessable benefiting SingleFamily Residential lots (45 residential units), plus various easements and streets within Tract 6908
which are not subject to assessment, including N. Harriet Street, Ocean Drive, Paradise Drive and
Beach Court.

Annexation 2018-2
Zone 5: The territory within this Zone was formed in Fiscal Year 2017/2018 (also known as
Annexation No. 2018-2) and consisted of one parcel of land within Tract 7188. The territory within
District 2018-2 (Tract 7188) was previously comprised of fourteen acres (14.40 acres), identified on
the Kern County Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN) Maps as Book 453, Page 040, Parcel 12. This tract
map is expected to build out this year, and will be forty (40) assessed benefiting Single-Family
Residential properties (40 residential units), plus various easements and streets within Tract 7188
which are not subject to an assessment, including Marbella Drive, Terra Bella Place, Via Flore Way,
San Michele and Arroyo Street.
Annexation 2024-1
Zone 6: As directed by the City Council, this Report addresses the formation of Landscaping and Lighting
District 2024-1 and the concurrent annexation of this district and territory into the Consolidated District
(Landscaping and Lighting District No. 2012-1) as Zone 6 (Annexation No. 2024-1) for fiscal year 2026/2027.
The District/Zone consists of the property and subdivision of land known as the Mojave View Apartments
and identified as Assessor’s Parcel Number 067-040-029-00-4. This multi-family residential development
will receive a particular and distinct benefit from the landscaping and lighting improvements installed in
connection with the development of this property located on the northeast corner of N Norma Street and
Mojave View Avenue, which is located on the east side of N Norma Street and generally south of W Felspar
Avenue and north of W Las Flores Avenue.
The territory within the District/Zone is currently comprised of a single parcel totaling approximately five
acres (5.070 acres), identified on the Kern County Assessor’s Parcel Map Book 067, Page 040, Parcel 29.
The parcel’s planned development includes approximately 76 multi-family residential units and related
common areas and easements. The District/Zone Diagram contained in Part IV of this Report provides a
visual representation of the boundaries of the District/Zone and the general location of the improvements to
be maintained.

Improvements Authorized under the 1972 Act
As generally defined by the 1972 Act and may be applicable to t h e District, the
improvements and associated assessments may include one or more of the following:
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The installation or planting of landscaping;
The installation or construction of statuary, fountains, and other ornamental
structures and facilities;
The installation or construction of public lighting facilities including, but not limited
to street lights and traffic signals;
The installation or construction of any facilities which are appurtenant to any of the
foregoing or which are necessary or convenient for the maintenance or servicing thereof;
The installation of park or recreational improvements, including, but not limited to, all of the following:
Land preparation, such as grading, leveling, cutting and filling, sod, landscaping,
irrigation systems, sidewalks, and drainage.
Lights, playground equipment, play courts, and public restrooms.
The acquisition of land for park, recreational, or open-space purposes or any existing
improvement otherwise authorized pursuant to this section.
The maintenance or servicing, of any of the foregoing including the furnishing of services and
materials for the ordinary and usual maintenance, operation, and servicing of any improvement
including but not limited to:
Repair, removal, or replacement of all or any part of any improvements;
Grading, clearing, removal of debris, the installation or construction of curbs,
gutters, walls, sidewalks, paving, water, irrigation, drainage, or electrical facilities;
Providing for the life, growth, health, and beauty of landscaping, including
cultivation, irrigation, trimming, spraying, fertilizing, or treating for disease or injury;
The removal of trimmings, rubbish, debris, and other solid waste;
The cleaning, sandblasting, and painting of walls and other improvements to
or cover graffiti;

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Electric current or energy, gas, or other illuminating agent for any public lighting
facilities or for the lighting or operation of any other improvements;
Water for the irrigation of any landscaping, the operation of any fountains, or the
maintenance of any other improvements.
Incidental expenses associated with the improvements including, but not limited to:
The costs of the report preparation, including plans, specifications, estimates,
diagram, and assessment which can either be completed by city staff or a
consultant;
The costs of printing and advertising, publishing, posting and mailing of notices;
Compensation payable to the County for collection of assessments;
Compensation of any engineer or attorney employed to render services;
Any other expenses incidental to the construction, installation, or maintenance and
servicing of the improvements;
Costs associated with any elections held for the approval of a new or increased
assessment.
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District Improvements
The purpose of the District is to ensure the ongoing maintenance, operation and servicing of local
landscaping and lighting improvements and amenities established or installed in connection with
development of the properties within the District. The specific improvements to be maintained are
identified in various plans and documents associated with the District, which are on file with the City
and by reference these plans, and documents are made part of this Report. These improvements
generally include street lighting within and adjacent to the tract and the various landscaped areas on
the perimeter of this development including the public parkways and easements on the west side
of College Heights Boulevard and the north side of Kendall Avenue, and landscape near the Mojave
View Apartments.
Landscape Improvements
The landscape improvements for the District may include, but are not limited to turf, ground cover,
shrubs and plants, natural vegetation, trees, irrigation and drainage systems, masonry walls or
other fencing, hardscapes, monuments, and associated appurtenant facilities located in the public
right of way and/or on dedicated park area. The maintenance and servicing of the improvements
generally include, but are not limited to all materials, equipment, utilities, labor and incidental
expenses including administrative expenses required for the annual operation of the District as well
as the performance of periodic repairs, replacement and expanded maintenance activities as
needed to provide for the growth, health, and beauty of landscaping and/or the proper operation and
functioning of the irrigation and drainage systems as well as the related hardscape amenities
including fencing and sidewalks within the public-rights-of-way, which have been dedicated to the
City for maintenance.

Original District 2012-1
Zone 1
Tract No. 6740 landscape areas may include, but are not limited to, the parkway and entryway
areas located on the west side of College Heights Boulevard between Kendall Avenue and the
northern boundary of Tract 6740 and the north side of Kendall Avenue between College Heights
Boulevard to Del Rosa Drive. The following is a general description of the landscape improvements
planned for this District and for which properties may be assessed.
College Heights Boulevard: Approximately 5,450 square feet of landscaped area located on the
west side of College Heights Boulevard from the northern boundary of Tract 6740 (Northeast
Corner of Lot 1) south to Salt River Drive including the entryway landscaping at the corner of Salt
River Drive, which is adjacent to Lot 33. Said improvements are strictly based on the original
landscaping plan, and subsequent budgets have been tailored to meet the current criteria which is
being maintained. The planned improvements that were utilized for the establishment of this Zone
Include, but are not limited to the following:
1,485 square feet of landscaped area in the street right-of-way;
1,826 square feet of landscaped easement associated with Lot 1;
613 square feet of landscaped easement associated with Lot 2;
1,526 square feet of landscaped easement associated with Lot 33;
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15 Trees;
207 Shrubs;
25 vines attached to the masonry wall;
313 linear feet of masonry wall;
2,058 square feet of sidewalk area; and
The drip irrigation system for these landscaped areas.
Approximately 3,982 square feet of landscaped area located on the west side of College Heights
Boulevard from Salt River Drive south to Kendall Avenue including the entryway landscaping at the
corners of Salt River Drive (adjacent to Lot 34) and Kendall Avenue (adjacent to Lot 61). Said
improvements are strictly based on the original landscaping plan, and subsequent budgets have
been tailored to meet the current criteria which is being maintained. The planned improvements
that were utilized for the establishment of this Zone Include, but are not limited to the following:
2,850 square feet of landscaped area in the street right-of-way;
76 square feet of landscaped easement associated with Lot 34;
38 square feet of landscaped easement associated with Lot 59;
1,018 square feet of landscaped easement associated with Lot 60;
15 Trees;
128 Shrubs;
34 vines attached to the masonry wall;
449 linear feet of masonry wall;
1 metal gate;
2,916 square feet of sidewalk area; and
The drip irrigation system for these landscaped areas.
Kendall Avenue: Approximately 1,480 square feet of landscaped area located on the north side
of Kendall Avenue between College Heights Boulevard (adjacent to Lot 62) to Wild Thorne Drive
including the entryway landscaping at the corner of Wild Thorne Drive (adjacent to Lot 67). Said
improvements are strictly based on the original landscaping plan, and subsequent budgets have
been tailored to meet the current criteria which is being maintained. The planned improvements
that were utilized for the establishment of this Zone Include, but are not limited to the following:
1,310 square feet of landscaped area in the street right-of-way;
170 square feet of landscaped easement associated with Lot 67 at the corner of
Wild Thorne Drive;
2 Trees;
122 Shrubs;
47 vines attached to the masonry wall;
561 linear feet of masonry wall;
3,486 square feet of sidewalk area; and
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The drip irrigation system for these landscaped areas.
Approximately 1,243 square feet of landscaped area located on the north side of Kendall Avenue
between Wild Thorne Drive and Del Rosa Street including the entryway landscaping
and easements at the corners of Wild Thorne Drive (adjacent to Lot 50) and Del Rosa Street
(adjacent to Lot 49). Said improvements are strictly based on the original landscaping plan, and
subsequent budgets have been tailored to meet the current criteria which is being maintained. The
planned improvements that were utilized for the establishment of this Zone Include, but are not
limited to the following:
1,243 square feet of landscaped area in the street right-of-way;
5 Trees;
69 Shrubs;
15 vines attached to the masonry wall;
186 linear feet of masonry wall;
1,530 square feet of sidewalk area; and
The drip irrigation system for these landscaped areas.
Zone 1B (Tract 6775) & 1C (Tract 6700)
Approximately 29,185 square feet of park area located within Tract 6700, including but not limited
to various park facilities and equipment, landscaping and irrigation system.; Approximately 49,600
square feet of minimally landscaped drainage basin/sump area located within Tract 6700 adjacent
to the park area. (This drainage basin/sump area is primarily funded through the Drainage Benefit
Assessment District No. 2016-1, but the landscape improvements associated with this facility may in
part be funded by the assessments for this District);
Approximately 15,035 square feet of landscaped area (14’ foot wide landscape easement)
located on the west side of College Heights Boulevard from the northern boundary of Tract 6740
(Northeast
Corner
of
Lot
1)
north
to
Springer
Avenue;
Approximately 5,015 square feet of landscaped area located on the south side of Springer Avenue
between College Heights Boulevard and the western boundary of Tract 6700; The landscaping to
be installed along College Heights Boulevard and Springer Avenue will be drought tolerant
landscaping;
Any other landscaping facilities on the streets surrounding or adjacent to 6700 and 6775 identified in
the final development plans.
Annexation No. 2016-2
In order to establish an appropriate special benefit nexus between the improvements and services
provided and the benefits to specific properties, two new Zones were established
within the District as part of the annexation of parcels within Annexation No. 2016-2 (Zone 02 and
Zone 03). Although most of the improvements associated with Annexation No. 2016-2, benefit
and are proportionately shared by each of the parcels within Annexation
No. 2016-2 depending on their proximity to the improvements, the new traffic signal being installed
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on E. Bowman Road between S. China Lake Boulevard and Silver Ridge Street as well as the
street lights on S. Silver Ridge Street, are being installed and will be operated and maintained
specifically for the 2016 Walmart project within Annexation No. 2016-2. Therefore, in order to
address the difference in proportional special benefits, the two parcels that comprise the new
Walmart are identified as Zone 02 and the remaining parcels within Annexation No. 2016-2 are
identified as Zone 03.
Zone 2
Comprises that portion of the parcels within Annexation No. 2016-2 identified as:
The 2016 Walmart development, which includes Assessor’s Parcel Numbers 343-351-34 and 343351-35. The parcels within this zone receive special benefit and are proportionately assessed in
whole or in part for improvements that include, but are not limited to the following:
Approximately 16,620 square feet of median island improvements (a single median island)
located on S. China Lake Boulevard between College Heights Boulevard and Bowman Road.
These median island improvements include approximately 2,855 square feet of landscaping (irrigated
trees and shrubs) and 13,765 square feet of hardscape surfaces. These improvements are
proportionately shared by each of the parcels that has street frontage on S. China Lake
Boulevard that are part of Annexation No. 2016-2 (Zone 02 and parcels 509-020-21, 509020-22 and 509-020- 46 within Zone 03);
Approximately 4,595 square feet of perimeter/shared parkway landscaping located between
the street and drainage channel on the north side of W. Bowman Road, located west of S.
China Lake Boulevard to a point approximately 920 feet west of S. China Lake Boulevard.
These improvements are proportionately shared by each of the parcels that has street frontage
on W. Bowman Road that are part of Annexation No. 2016-2 (parcels 509-020-21 and 509-02022 within Zone 03);
Approximately 24,430 square feet of perimeter/shared parkway landscaping located between
the street and drainage channel on the north side of E. Bowman Road, between S. China Lake
Boulevard and Sunland Street. These improvements are proportionately shared by each of the
parcels that has street frontage on E. Bowman Road that are part of Annexation No. 2016-2
(Zone 02 and parcels 343-351-01, 343- 351-02, 343-351-03, 343-351-06, 343-351-07, and 343351-08 within Zone 03);
Approximately 8,285 square feet of median island landscaping (two median islands with
irrigated trees and gravel) located on E. Bowman Road, between S. China Lake Boulevard and
Silver Ridge Street. These improvements are proportionately shared by each of the parcels that
has street frontage on E. Bowman Road that are part of Annexation No. 2016-2 (Zone 02 and
parcels 343-351-01, 343-351-02, 343-351-03, 343-351-06, 343-351-07, and 343-351-08 within
Zone 03);
Zone 3
Comprises that portion of the parcels within Annexation No. 2016-2 identified as:
The non-residential parcels and/or undeveloped properties within Annexation No. 2016- 2 that have
frontage along S. China Lake Boulevard. These Zone 03 parcels are identified as Assessor’s Parcel
Numbers 509-020-21, 509-020-22, and a portion of 509-020-46 (that portion of parcel 509020-46 which is located northeast of College Heights Boulevard and northwest of E.
Bataan Avenue).
The undeveloped properties (future multi-family residential parcels) within Annexation No. 2016-2,
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that are south of E. Bowman Road (excluding the 2015 Walmart development Zone 02). These
parcels are identified as Assessor’s Parcel Numbers 343-351-01, 343- 351-02, 343-351-03, 343351-06, 343-351-07, and 343-351-08.
The parcels within Zone 03 receive special benefit and are proportionately assessed in whole or in
part for improvements that include, but are not limited to the following:
Approximately 16,620 square feet of median island improvements (a single median
island) located on S. China Lake Boulevard between College Heights Boulevard and Bowman
Road. These median island improvements include approximately 2,855 square feet of
landscaping (irrigated trees and shrubs) and 13,765 square feet of hardscape surfaces.
These improvements are proportionately shared by each of the parcels that has street
frontage on S. China Lake Boulevard that are part of Annexation No. 2016-2 (Zone 02 and
parcels 509-020-21, 509-020-22 and 509-020- 46 within Zone 03);
Approximately 4,595 square feet of perimeter/shared parkway landscaping located between
the street and drainage channel on the north side of W. Bowman Road, located west of S.
China Lake Boulevard to a point approximately 920 feet west of S. China Lake Boulevard.
These improvements are proportionately shared by each of the parcels that has street frontage
on W. Bowman Road that are part of Annexation No. 2016-2 (parcels 509-020-21 and 509-02022 within Zone 03);
Approximately 24,430 square feet of perimeter/shared parkway landscaping located between
the street and drainage channel on the north side of E. Bowman Road, between S. China Lake
Boulevard and Sunland Street. These improvements are proportionately shared by each of the
parcels that has street frontage on E. Bowman Road that are part of Annexation No. 2016-2
(Zone 02 and parcels 343-351-01, 343- 351-02, 343-351-03, 343-351-06, 343-351-07, and 343351-08 within Zone 03);
Approximately 8,285 square feet of median island landscaping (two median islands with
irrigated trees and gravel) located on E. Bowman Road, between S. China Lake Boulevard and
Silver Ridge Street. These improvements are proportionately shared by each of the parcels that
has street frontage on E. Bowman Road that are part of Annexation No. 2016-2 (Zone 02 and
parcels 343-351-01, 343-351-02, 343-351-03, 343-351-06, 343-351-07, and 343-351-08 within
Zone 03).
In 2019 City Council passed resolution 19-21 which enacted a maximum assessment of $100.00 for
parcels 343-351-01, 343-351-02, 343-351-06, and 343-351-07, and a maximum assessment of
$0.00 for parcels 343-351-08 and 343-351-03. This resolution is considered a cap on the
assessment for the above mentioned parcels and calculations in this report assume the continuation
of these imposed maximums. Due to the nature of the Act, the remaining parcels cannot be further
levied to make up the uncollected difference and thus this fund must either be subsidized by the City
General Fund or the reserve account which has been established for the district.
Furthermore, in 2026/2027 Council asked staff to develop a phased implementation process
removing the cap of 2019. Staff proposes 25% a year. The Tables below show an estimate of the
rates which will be implemented, for each subsequent year, until the true assessment per the EBU
calculation is reached:

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Year 1 – (2025-2026) ~ Imposed 25% of actual levy necessary

Property APN

EBU

Max Levy

Imposed
Levy

Previous Year
Levy

343-351-01

1,540.7925

$1,845.87

$461.47

$128.28

343-351-02

1,540.7925

$1,845.87

$461.47

$128.28

343-351-03

2,257.7037

$2,704.73

$676.19

$0.00

343-351-06

1,550.2962

$1,857.26

$464.32

$128.28

343-351-07

1,556.1410

$1,864.26

$466.07

$128.28

343-351-08

2,230.5685

$2,672.22

$668.06

$0.00

Year 2 – (2026-2027) With 3.5% increase allowable to district and increasing levy to 50% of Actual
Levy necessary

Property APN

EBU

Max Levy

Imposed
Levy

Previous Year
Levy

343-351-01

1,540.7925

$1,910.49

$955.25

$461.47

343-351-02

1,540.7925

$1,910.49

$955.25

$461.47

343-351-03

2,257.7037

$2,799.42

$1,399.72

$676.19

343-351-06

1,550.2962

$1,922.28

$961.15

$464.32

343-351-07

1,556.1410

$1,929.52

$964.77

$466.07

343-351-08

2,230.5685

$2,765.78

$1382.90

$668.06

Year 3 – (2027-2028) With 3.5% increase allowable to district and increasing levy to 75% of Actual
Levy necessary

Property APN

EBU

Max Levy

Imposed
Levy

Previous Year
Levy

343-351-01

1,540.7925

$1,977.36

$1,483.03

$955.25

343-351-02

1,540.7925

$1,977.36

$1,483.03

$955.25

343-351-03

2,257.7037

$2,897.40

$2,173.06

$1,399.72

343-351-06

1,550.2962

$1,989.56

$1,492.18

$961.15

343-351-07

1,556.1410

$1,997.06

$1,497.80

$964.77

343-351-08

2,230.5685

$2,862.58

$2,146.94

$1382.90

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Year 4 – (2028-2029) With 3.5% increase allowable to district and increasing levy to 100% of Actual
Levy necessary

Property APN

EBU

Max Levy

Imposed
Levy

Previous Year
Levy

343-351-01

1,540.7925

$2,046.57

$2,046.57

$1,483.03

343-351-02

1,540.7925

$2,046.57

$2,046.57

$1,483.03

343-351-03

2,257.7037

$2,998.81

$2,998.81

$2,173.06

343-351-06

1,550.2962

$2,059.19

$2,059.19

$1,492.18

343-351-07

1,556.1410

$2,066.96

$2,066.96

$1,497.80

343-351-08

2,230.5685

$2,962.77

$2,962.77

$2,146.94

Please note the Maximum Levy will only be used if it is required and necessary to meet the required
reserve balance. These rates are subject to change based on the yearly calculation.
Annexation 2019-1
Zone 4
Comprises that portion of the parcels within Annexation 2019-1 (Tract 6908) and is currently fortyfive (45) parcels totaling approximately twenty acres (19.67 acres). Previously, Annexation 2109-1
(Tract 6908) was comprised of three (3) parcels total. identified on the Kern County Assessor’s
Parcel Number (APN) Maps as Book 456, Page 010, Parcels 02, 03 and 08. These parcels, now
build out, are forty-five (45) assessed benefiting Single-Family Residential lots (45 residential units),
plus various easements and streets within Tract 6908 which are not subject to assessment, including
N. Harriet Street, Ocean Drive, Paradise Drive and Beach Court. Parcels 456-010-02/03/08 shall
no longer be assessed.
The landscaping improvements associated within Zone 04 are considered local improvements
installed specifically in connection with the development of properties within Tract 6908 but may
also include existing improvements that would otherwise be required or necessary for the
development of properties to their full and best use.
The landscaping improvements for Zone 04 to be funded in whole or in part by the assessments, per
original plan incorporate approximately 8,600 square feet of parkway landscaping area and 6,890
square feet of minimally landscaped drainage basin/sump area which collectively may include, but
is not limited to: shrubs and plants; trees; ground cover (both hardscape and vegetation); an irrigation
system; adjacent masonry walls or other fencing and sidewalks; entryway monuments or other
ornamental structures and signs; and associated appurtenant facilities.
Currently after Tract revisions the basin/sump was redacted as a requirement and a Single family
residence will be constructed. The Parkway landscaping along W. Drummond Ave. will be
comprised of a mixture of decomposed granite and landscape rock consistent with a desert
landscape and not requiring the use of water, improvements are more specifically identified below:
The parkway landscaping behind the sidewalk on the south side of Drummond Avenue from the
eastern boundary of Tract 6908 (being the western lot line of parcel 456-010- 04) to N. Harriet
Street, including the corner parkway return area behind the sidewalk on the southeast corner of
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Drummond Avenue and N. Harriet Street adjacent to the northwest lot line of Tract 6908 Lot 1.
(Approximately 590 square feet);
The parkway landscaping behind the sidewalk on the south side of Drummond Avenue between
N. Harriet Street and N. Inyo Street. This landscaping area includes the corner parkway return
areas behind the sidewalk on the southwest corner of Drummond Avenue and N. Harriet Street
adjacent to the northeast lot line of Tract 6908 Lot 46 and the southeast corner of Drummond
Avenue and N. Inyo Street adjacent to the northwest lot line of Tract 6908 Lot 36. (Approximately
4,535 square feet);
The parkway landscaping behind the sidewalk on the east side of N. Inyo Street adjacent to Tract
6908, from the corner parkway return area at N. Inyo Street to where N. Inyo Street turns into
Windy Lynn Avenue. This area is adjacent to the west and northwest lot lines of Lots 36, 35, and
34 within Tract 6908. (Approximately 650 square feet of landscaped area).
The maintenance and servicing of the landscaping improvements described above may include, but is
not limited to the weed and graffiti abatement; as well as the installation, replacement and rehabilitation
of the landscaping, repair or replacement of hardscape improvements and other related amenities. The
planned improvements to be maintained as part of Zone No. 04 of the Consolidated District,
exclude the fencing adjacent to the landscape areas and any street signage, ornamental lighting,
or monument signs within or adjacent to the landscape areas.
The City’s Public Works Department is currently responsible for overseeing the ongoing maintenance,
servicing, and operation of the landscaping improvements within the Consolidated District and shall
authorize and schedule such maintenance and servicing as need, based on available funding for the
above mentioned landscaped portions only.
Annexation 2018-2
Zone 5
Comprises that portion of the parcels within Annexation 2018-2 (Tract 7188), previously, a single
parcel totaling approximately fourteen acres (14.40 acres), identified on the Kern County Assessor’s
Parcel Number (APN) Maps as Book 453, Page 040, Parcel 12. This parcel, now built out will be forty
(40) assessed benefiting Single-Family Residential properties (40 residential units), plus various
easements and streets within Tract 7188 which are not subject to an assessment, including Marbella
Drive, Terra Bella Place, Via Flore Way, San Michele and Arroyo Street.
The landscaping improvements associated within Zone 05 are considered local improvements
installed specifically in connection with the development of properties within Tract 7188 but may also
include existing improvements that would otherwise be required or necessary for the development of
properties to their full and best use. The landscaping improvements for Zone 05 to be funded
in whole or in part by the assessments incorporate approximately 7,460 square feet of nonirrigated, natural (hardscape) parkway area between the curb and masonry wall along the perimeter
of the development incorporating the following:
The parkway area behind the sidewalk on the north side of Drummond Avenue from Arroyo Street
(the eastern boundary of Tract 7188) to Mahan Street (the western boundary of Tract 7188),
including the corner parkway return areas behind the sidewalk at the corners of Drummond
Avenue and Mahan Street, and Drummond Avenue and Arroyo Street. (Approximately 3,005
square feet of parkway area);
The parkway area behind the sidewalk on the east side of Mahan Street from Drummond Avenue
(the southern boundary of Tract 7188), north to the northern boundary of Tract 7188, which is also
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the southern boundary of Tract 6133. (Approximately 4,455 square feet of parkway area);
The maintenance and servicing of the landscaping improvements described above may include, but
is not limited to the regularly scheduled pest/vector control, weed and graffiti abatement; as well as
the installation, replacement and rehabilitation of the parkway surface area.
The City’s Public Works Department is currently responsible for overseeing the ongoing maintenance,
servicing, and operation of the landscaping improvements within the Consolidated District and shall
authorize and schedule such maintenance and servicing as need, based on available funding for the
above mentioned areas only.
Annexation 2024-1
Zone 6
The landscaping improvements associated with the District/Zone are considered local improvements installed
specifically in connection with the development of the property within its boundaries. The landscaping
improvements for the District/Zone to be funded in whole or in part by the assessments incorporates
approximately 4,550 square feet of landscape area including the following:


The parkway area behind the sidewalk on the east side of N. Norma Street from Mojave View Avenue (the
southern boundary) to the northern boundary of the District/Zone, which is also the northern boundary of
parcel 067-040-029-00-4. This area totals approximately 775 square feet of bare ground that will require
weed abatement services; and



The parkway area behind the sidewalk at the northeast corner of Mojave View Avenue and N. Norma Street
and the area behind the sidewalk along the north side of Mojave View Avenue to the eastern boundary of
the District/Zone, which is also the eastern boundary of parcel 067-040-029-00-4. This improvement area
totals approximately 3,775 square feet and is generally comprised of approximately 1,540 square feet of
decorative rock and 2,235 square feet of irrigated landscaping.

The maintenance and servicing of the landscape improvements described above may include but is not limited
to the regularly scheduled pest/vector control, weed and graffiti abatement; as well as the installation,
replacement, and rehabilitation of the surface areas, landscape materials, and facilities. The City’s Public Works
Department is currently responsible for overseeing the ongoing maintenance, servicing, and operation of the
landscaping improvements within the Consolidated District and shall authorize and schedule such maintenance
and servicing as need for this District/Zone based on available funding.
Lighting Improvements
The various lighting improvements that are funded by assessments may include, but are not limited
to: electrical energy, lighting fixtures, poles, meters, conduits, electrical cable and associated appurtenant
facilities associated with the street lights. Maintenance, operation, and servicing of these lighting
improvements may include, but is not limited to the furnishing of electric current or other illuminating
agent; as needed maintenance, repair, and replacement of worn out electrical components and
light fixtures, including bulbs, ballasts, photoelectric cells, meters, electrical cables; repair or
replacement of damaged poles, ground wires, and conduits caused by accidents, vandalism, time, and
weather; and monitoring of the Underground Service Alert (USA) network to prevent damage by
excavation.

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Original District 2012-1
Zone 1, 1B & 1C
Public street lighting improvements to be funded by the District assessments may include, but are not
limited to, electrical energy, lighting fixtures, poles, meters, conduits, electrical cable and associated
appurtenant facilities including, but not limited to:
Sixteen (16) street lights located within Tract No. 6740 including:
4 lights on the south side of Rain Shadow Court
3 lights on the north side of Salt River Drive
2 lights on either side of Wild Thorne Drive
3 lights on either side of Majestic Sky Court
4 lights on the east side of Del Rosa Street
Ten (10) street lights on the perimeter of Tract No. 6740 including:
4 lights on the north side Kendall Street
6 lights on the west side of College Heights Boulevard
Any other public lighting facilities on the streets surrounding or adjacent to Tract No. 6740 including
future traffic signals that may be deemed necessary or desired for the safe ingress or egress to
the properties within the District.
Zone 1B (Tract 6775) & 1C (Tract 6700)
It is estimated that there will be approximately thirty-two (32) street lights located within Tracts 6700
and 6775 and eighteen (18) street lights on the perimeter of the two tracts along College Heights
Boulevard and Springer Avenue.
Any other public lighting facilities on the streets surrounding or adjacent to Tracts 6740, 6700 and
6775 including future traffic signals that may be deemed necessary or desired for the safe ingress
or egress to the properties within the District.
Annexation 2016-2
Zone 2
Eighteen (18) LS-1 street lights (perimeter/shared street lights) located on E. Bowman
Road, W . Bowman R o a d , a n d S . China L a k e B o u l e v a r d . These l i g h t s a r e
proportionately shared by each of the parcels within Annexation No. 2016-2 (Zone 02 and Zone
03). These eighteen street lights include six (6) street lights on S. China Lake Boulevard, two
(2) street lights on E. Bowman Road, and ten (10) street lights on W. Bowman Road;
Five (5) LS-1 street lights (development specific street lights) located on the west side of Silver
Ridge Street, south of E. Bowman Road. These street lights are specifically for the 2015
Walmart development and only these two parcels (343-351-34 and 343- 351-35) within
Annexation No. 2016-2 (Zone 02) receive special benefit and are proportionately assessed;
Two traffic signals; one located on Bowman Road, between S. China Lake Boulevard and
Sunland Street. This traffic signal and related traffic safety lights is specifically for accessing
the 2015 Walmart development, and only these two parcels (343-351-34 and 343-351-35)
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within Annexation No. 2016-2 (Zone 02) receive special benefit and are proportionately
assessed. The other located on Bowman Road, at the intersections of S> China Lake
Boulevard. This traffic signal was installed with the 2015 Walmart Development and provides
a proportional benefit to both Zone 2 and Zone 3.
Zone 3
Eighteen (18) LS-1 street lights (perimeter/shared street lights) located on E. Bowman
Road, W . Bowman R o a d , a n d S . China L a k e B o u l e v a r d . These l i g h t s a r e
proportionately shared by each of the parcels within Annexation No.
2016-2 (Zone 02 and Zone 03). These eighteen street lights include six (6) street lights on S.
China Lake Boulevard, two (2) street lights on E. Bowman Road, and ten (10) street lights on W.
Bowman Road.

Annexation 2019-1
Zone 4
The lighting improvements associated within Zone 04 are identified as local street lighting
improvements installed specifically in connection with the development of properties within Tract
6908 (Annexation 2019-1) which includes, but is not limited to:
Five (5) internal residential streetlights on the streets within Tract 6908 located on
Ocean Drive, Paradise Drive and Beach Court; and,
Six (6) perimeter streetlights that are adjacent to the development, including two
lights on the south side
Annexation 2018-2
Zone 5
The lighting improvements associated within Zone 05 are identified as local street lighting
improvements installed specifically in connection with the development of properties within Tract
7188 (Annexation 2018-2) which includes, but is not limited to:
Eight (8) internal residential streetlights located on Marbella Drive, Terra Bella Place,
Via Flore Way, San Michele and the west side of Arroyo Street; and,
Four (4) perimeter streetlights that are adjacent to the development, including two
lights on the north side of Drummond Avenue, one light at the northeast corner of Drummond
Avenue and Mahan Street, and one streetlights on the east side of Mahan Street.
Annexation 2024-1
Zone 6
The lighting improvements associated with the District/Zone are identified as local street lighting
improvements installed specifically in connection with the development of properties within the
proposed district boundaries (Development Specific Street Lights), which includes, but is not limited
to:


One (1) development perimeter street light that is adjacent to the development at the northeast
corner of N. Norma Street and Mojave View Avenue; and



Two (2) development perimeter street lights located adjacent to the Mojave View Apartments
development on the north side of Mojave View Avenue.

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Excluded Improvements
Improvements that are not a part of the District/Zone include, privately owned street lights and/or
landscaping improvements located on private property and/or areas designated as Homeowner
Association or Business Association properties or easements. Such improvements and facilities
including street trees shall be provided and maintained by the individual property owners, property
management group or association established in connection with the development of properties
within the Consolidated District. Specifically, not included in the District/Zone 6 improvements is the
wrought iron fencing, gates, and any other fencing for the Mojave View Apartments including the
fencing adjacent to the landscape maintenance areas. These improvements and facilities shall be
provided and maintained by the property owner, property management group or association
established in connection with the development of the Mojave View Apartments.

Part II — Method of Apportionment
Based on the provisions of the 1972 Act and the California Constitution, this section of the Report
summarizes an analysis of the benefits associated with the improvements and services to be
provided by the District (both general and special); the resulting District structure (zones of
benefit); the formulas used to calculate each parcel’s proportional special benefit and assessment
obligation based on the entirety of the cost to provide the improvements (method of assessment);
and the establishment of an inflationary formula for such assessments to address anticipated cost
increases due to inflation (assessment range formula).
Benefit Analysis (California Constitution)
The 1972 Act permits the establishment of assessment District by agencies for the purpose of
providing certain public improvements, which include but are not limited to the construction,
maintenance, operation, and servicing of landscape improvements, public street lighting and
appurtenant facilities. The costs of the proposed improvements addressed and described in this
Report have been identified and allocated to properties within the District/Zone based on special
benefits as outlined by Article XIII D of the California Constitution. The improvements provided,
maintained, and serviced for each District/Zone and for which properties may be assessed are
considered local landscaping and lighting improvements and related amenities that were installed
in connection with the development (all property that comprises the District/Zone) and/or would
otherwise be necessary or required for the development of property. The assessments and method
of apportionment is based on the premise that the maintenance of these local improvements and/or
property-related services would otherwise not have been required without the development of the
property and the parcel(s) receive a particular and distinct benefit (special benefit) from the ongoing
maintenance of the identified improvements as outlined by Article XIII D of the California
Constitution. The 1972 Act further requires that the cost of these improvements be levied according
to benefit rather than assessed value:
“The net amount to be assessed upon lands within an assessment district may be apportioned
by any formula or method which fairly distributes the net amount among all assessable lots or
parcels in proportion to the estimated benefits to be received by each such lot or parcel from the
improvements.”
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In conjunction with the provisions of the 1972 Act, the California Constitution Article XIIID addresses
several key criteria for the levy of assessments, notably:
Article XIIID Section 2d defines District as:
“District” means an area determined by an agency to contain all parcels which will receive a
special benefit from a proposed public improvement or property-related service”;
Article XIIID Section 2i defines Special Benefit as:
“Special benefit” means a particular and distinct benefit over and above general
benefits conferred on real property located in the district or to the public at large. General
enhancement of property value does not constitute “special benefit.”
Article XIIID Section 4a defines proportional special benefit assessments as:
“An agency which proposes to levy an assessment shall identify all parcels which will
have a special benefit conferred upon them and upon which an assessment will be imposed.
The proportionate special benefit derived by each identified parcel shall be determined in
relationship to the entirety of the capital cost of a public improvement, the maintenance and
operation expenses of a public improvement, or the cost of the property related service being
provided. No assessment shall be imposed on any parcel which exceeds the reasonable cost
of the proportional special benefit conferred on that parcel.”

Proposition 218 Benefit Analysis
The local improvements provided in the District/Zone for which an assessment is being imposed, have been
identified as necessary, desired and/or required for the orderly development of the parcel(s) to their full
potential, consistent with the development plans and applicable portions of the City’s General Plan.
Each of the District’ improvements and the associated costs to maintain and service those
improvements have been reviewed, identified and allocated to properties within the
District based on special benefit pursuant to the provisions of the California Constitution and 1972
Act. The local improvements provided by the District and for which properties will be assessed have
been identified as necessary, desired and required for the orderly development of the properties
within each Zone to their full potential, consistent with the development plans and applicable
portions of the City’s General Plan. As such, these particular improvements are clearly the direct
result of developing each of the individual lots and parcels within the District and although the
improvements are within the public rights-of-way or dedicated easements, the financial obligation
to support and maintain such improvements would be necessary and required of the individual
property owners either directly or through an association if the District were not established. Clearly
these local improvements and the long-term maintenance and servicing of those improvements
directly affect each property and provide shared special benefits including, but not limited to:
enhanced property safety (protection and access) from local street lights within and
adjacent to the development;
enhanced property and neighborhood appearance (esthetics) resulting from wellmaintained landscaped areas, graffiti and debris control on the perimeter and entryways
to the development; and,
the long term economic and environmental advantages to properties including the
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enhanced presentation and marketability of properties that have such improvements,
expanded green space and trees which reduce traffic noise and dust, and the long-term
cost-efficiency of services being provided by the City (economy of scale) as well as the
regulatory restrictions on future cost increases.
Based on the parameters of special benefit as outlined by the Constitution, general benefit may be
described as an overall and similar benefit to the public in general resulting from the improvements,
activity or service to be provided for which an assessment is levied. Although the District
improvements are located on public streets that are visible to the general public, it is clear that
the ongoing maintenance of these improvements are only necessary for the appearance, safety
and advantage of the properties within the District and are not required nor necessarily desired by
any properties outside the District’ boundary. As the improvements and the services to be provided
are specific to the development and properties within the District’ boundaries and these
improvements and services do not extend beyond the District’ boundaries (The District
encompasses all properties receiving special benefits), any access or proximity to these
improvements by other nearby properties or developments would be considered incidental and the
potential general benefits to the public at large are considered intangible. Therefore, it has been
determined that these District’ improvements provide no measurable or quantifiable general benefit to
properties outside the District or to the public at large.
The method of apportionment (method of assessment) established herein is based on the premise
that each assessed property receives special benefits from the improvements, services and
activities to be funded by such assessments, and the assessment obligation for each parcel reflects
that parcel’s proportional special benefits as compared to other properties that receive special
benefits as outlined in the preceding definitions established in the California Constitution. The
assessment revenues to be collected for the District
provide a means by which property owners can collectively and effectively fund the cost of shared
local improvements that directly impact their property. The District assessments will support the
operation and maintenance of the District improvements and shall be used for only that purpose,
consistent with the intent of the Act and the Constitution.
Special Benefit
The ongoing maintenance of landscaped areas within the various Zones of the Consolidated District
as well as this specific District/Zone provide aesthetic benefits to the properties directly associated
with the improvements and creates a pleasant environment to walk, drive, live, and/or work. The
primary function of such landscape improvements and related amenities and services is to provide
an aesthetically pleasing enhancement of the public rights-of way or easements for the benefit of
the immediately adjacent and surrounding properties and developments for which the
improvements were constructed and installed and/or were facilitated by the development or
potential development of properties within each respective District or Zone. These improvements
are an integral part of the physical environment associated with the parcels to be assessed, and
while some or all of the improvements may in part be visible to properties outside the Zones of the
Consolidated District and this District/Zone, if the improvements for each these Zones and this
District/Zone are not properly maintained, it is the parcels within each of these respective Zones
that would be aesthetically burdened. Additionally, the street landscaping serves as a pleasant
aesthetic amenity that enhances the approach to the parcels and in some cases, serves as both a
physical buffer as well as a sound reduction buffer between the roadways and the properties in
those Zones. Likewise, the landscaped areas for some of the Zones within the Consolidated District
may include landscaped parks, green spaces, slopes, or trails that provide visually pleasing open
space areas that serve as an extension of the physical attributes of the parcels assessed, such as
their front or rear yards and may also provide a greater opportunity for recreation. As a result, the
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maintenance of these various landscape improvements provide particular and distinct benefits to
the properties and developments within each respective Zone including this proposed District/Zone.
Likewise, street lighting in the various Zones of the Consolidated District as well as the District/Zone
addressed in this Report is primarily useful for illuminating the streets that provide access to the
properties in those Zones, as well as the sidewalks and parking lanes associated with those
properties. While it is recognized that both street lights and traffic signals serve in part to enhance
traffic safety, installation and construction of these improvements are for the most part, required by
the development of properties within each respective Zone of the Consolidated District as well as
this District/Zone and these improvements provide three main special benefits to those properties:
(i) property security benefit, (ii) pedestrian safety benefit, and (iii) parkway/roadway access benefit.
Furthermore, because traffic circulation in the City is largely the result of local traffic to and from
these properties by the property owners, residents, and guests, it is reasonable to assume that
these properties derive a particular and distinct benefit from the street lights and/or traffic signals
that support the safe access to the properties and essentially all pedestrians and parking vehicles
in the lit areas will, after dark, be directly associated with the assessed properties. As a result, the
maintenance of these lighting improvements is a particular and distinct benefit to the properties and
developments within each respective District and/or Zone.
Collectively these landscaping and lighting improvements and related assessments enhance the
security, overall use, presentation, and marketability of the properties, and ensure the long-term
cost-efficiency of services that is obtained through the City-provided maintenance (economy of
scale), and the regulatory restrictions on future cost increases.
General Benefit
Landscaping General Benefit
In reviewing the location and extent of the specific landscaped areas and improvements to be
funded by the District/Zone assessments and the proximity and relationship to properties to be
assessed, it is evident these improvements were installed in connection with the development of
the multi-family residential property and/or residential development or are improvements that would
otherwise be shared by and required for development of that property. Although the improvements
are located on public streets that are typically visible and/or accessible to the general public, it is
evident that the ongoing maintenance of these improvements are only necessary for the
appearance and advantage of the Mojave View Apartments within the District/Zone which installed
the improvements and these improvements were not required nor necessarily desired by any
properties outside the boundaries of the District/Zone. It is also evident that the maintenance of
these improvements and the level of maintenance beyond that which is required to ensure the
safety and protection of the general public and property in general, has limited (if any) indirect or
incidental benefit to the public at large or properties outside the District/Zone.
In the absence of a special funding source (the District/Zone), the City’s maintenance of these
improvements would for the most part be limited to basic or baseline level of service that would
typically provide for periodic servicing of the area on an as-needed basis for weed abatement,
rodent control, and erosion control services. This baseline level of service would provide for public
safety and essential property protection to avoid negative impacts on adjacent roadways and
vehicles traveling on those roadways and potential property damage, but results in a far less visually
pleasing environment than is created with the enhanced level of services associated with the
regular landscape maintenance that can be provided through the District/Zone assessments.
For the Consolidated District it was previously determined that on average, the cost to provide this
baseline level of service for most landscape areas is estimated to be less than $700 per acre
(approximately $0.0161 per square foot). This baseline service cost per square foot represents on
average less than four percent (4%) of the overall cost per square foot to operate, maintain and
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service most landscape areas.
In addition to the general benefit identified above, it is recognized that there are indirect or incidental
general benefits to properties within a district as well as the general public that are associated with
regular landscape maintenance services, including:
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Minimization of dust and debris; and

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Decreased potential water runoff from both properties and the landscaped areas.

Although these types of benefits might best be characterized as indirect consequences of the
special benefits of the landscape maintenance provided to assessed parcels, for the purposes of
calculating proportional benefits, these types of benefits are considered general benefits. It is
apparent that trees, shrubs, plants, and other vegetation and groundcover reduce dust, debris, and
potential water runoff that might otherwise occur if such landscape improvements did not exist.
However, it is also recognized that with the regular maintenance of the landscape improvements,
the effort and cost to monitor and address these issues are reduced to isolated areas and/or less
frequent servicing, and these activities, generally represent less than one percent (1%) of the
overall landscape maintenance costs. Therefore, conservatively, we estimate that the costs
associated with these indirect and incidental benefits do not exceed one percent (1%) of the annual
maintenance expenditures for the landscaping improvements.
Together with the baseline general benefit costs and the indirect/incidental general benefit costs
identified above, it is reasonable to conclude that the overall general benefit costs associated with
the various District/Zone landscape improvements is less than five percent (5%) of the regular
annual maintenance expenditures. These general benefit costs shall be excluded from the special
benefit assessment funding and not assessed to the parcel(s) within the District/Zone. The
calculated general benefit for landscaping improvements is identified in the budget provided in Part
III of this Report.
Lighting General Benefit
In reviewing the location and extent of the specific lighting improvements
(Perimeter/Shared Street Lights, Residential Street Lights, Development Specific Street Lights, and
Traffic Signals) to be funded by District assessments and the proximity and relationship to
properties to be assessed, like the landscaping improvements it is evident these improvements
were primarily installed in connection with the development of the properties within the District or
are lighting improvements that would otherwise be shared by and required for the development of
those properties. It is also evident that the maintenance and servicing of these improvements has
a direct and particular impact (special benefit) on those properties in proximity to those street
lighting improvements and these street lighting improvements in most cases are lighting
improvements that exceed what would otherwise be required for traffic circulation or to ensure the
safety and protection of the general public and property in general.
Because these District lighting improvements are directly associated with the development or
anticipated development of the properties within each respective District Zone and clearly provide
a special benefit to those properties that is not shared by all properties in the City, it is certainly
reasonable to conclude that the maintenance and operation of these improvements is largely if not
entirely a special benefit to those properties to be assessed. Based on the special benefits
previously identified for street lights, it is apparent that within residential developments (Zone 01),
the internal street lights (“Residential Street Lights”) were installed solely for the use and benefit of
those specific residential properties and there is no quantifiable general benefit to other properties
or to the public at large. However, based on a review of several residential developments within the
City (including the developments in Zone 01), it is estimated that about thirty to forty percent (30%
to 40%) of the total street lights associated with these residential developments are located on the
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perimeter of those developments and/or the collector streets shared by those developments. While
most of these perimeter lights were clearly installed in connection with the development of those
residential properties, it is reasonable to conclude that these particular lights (perimeter street lights)
not only provide a special benefit to the properties in the adjacent developments but may also
enhance general nighttime traffic safety and circulation for other properties and the general public.
Based on various traffic circulation studies and related data, it is estimated that less than fifteen
percent (15%) of these perimeter and collector street lights and associated costs, would be required
in less concentrated development areas. Therefore, it has been determined that the general benefit
related to the overall operation and maintenance of the street lights for residential developments is
no more than six percent (6%) of the street light operating costs for residential developments (15%
of the 40% of the total street lights). However, to ensure that no parcel is assessed for more than
its proportional special benefit for residential street lighting, the City will contribute for general benefit
a n a m o u n t e q u a l t o t e n p e r c e n t ( 10%) o f t h e b u d g e t e d r e g u l a r a n n u a l
maintenance expenditures (maintenance and energy costs). These general benefit costs shall be
excluded from the special benefit assessment funding and not assessed to the parcels within the
District.
In regards to street lighting within Zones that have streets that are generally considered primary
streets (Zone 02 and Zone 03), similar to the street lights located on the perimeter and collector streets
in and around the residential developments of Zone 01, it is certainly reasonable to recognize that
the street lights on these primary streets within Zone 02 and Zone 03 provide a measure of general
benefit to the public and to properties in general resulting from nighttime traffic safety and circulation
on these primary streets. The American National Standard Practice for Roadway Lighting and various
related traffic and street lighting studies suggest that over ninety percent (90%) of the street lights
installed on primary streets in urban areas are directly the result of property development (both
residential and non-residential development). In turn these developments increase traffic circulation
and ultimately dictate the type of lighting, spacing and number of lights required and without such
development, both the need and quantity of those lights would be dramatically reduced. Similar to
the perimeter street lights associated with residential developments, it has therefore been
determined that the general benefit related to the overall operation and maintenance of the street
lights on primary streets is ten percent (10%) of the regular annual maintenance expenditures
(maintenance and energy costs).
These general benefit costs shall be excluded from the special benefit assessment funding and not assessed
to the parcels within the District. However, street lighting on secondary streets (side streets) in nonresidential Zones such as those associated with Zone 02, are usually installed solely for the use and
benefit of the adjacent properties and like internal residential street lights within residential
neighborhoods, these lights provide no quantifiable general benefit to other properties or to the
public at large.
In regard to traffic signals, the location and need for each traffic signal and related safety lights is
typically dictated by a combination of property development, street classifications, traffic volumes,
and traffic circulation. Because these factors and considerations collectively vary with the installation
of each traffic signal, the proportional special and general benefit costs associated with each traffic
signal will vary and cannot be categorized in the same manner as street lighting. However, similar
to street lighting, traffic signals are typically installed in areas where development has occurred, and
these traffic signals typically provide a special benefit to the nearby properties that utilize those
intersections to access those properties. While the installation of street lighting which is primarily
dictated by the development or potential development of specific properties (largely special benefit),
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the installation of traffic signals is often driven by more regional needs based on traffic circulation
and volume and therefore, these traffic signals have a greater general benefit to the public at large.
The proportional special and general benefit costs associated with each District maintained traffic
signal shall be determined by the assessment engineer on a case by case basis.
As part of this Report for Annexation 2016-2, a new traffic signal will be installed on E. Bowman
Road at the entryway to the 2015 Walmart development (Assessor Parcel Numbers 343-351-34 and 343351-35) that comprise Zone 02. This traffic signal is being installed solely and specifically for access
to and from this development and serves no other overall traffic circulation purposes. Therefore,
this traffic signal has been assigned entirely as a special benefit to these two parcels with no general
benefit.
As part of this Report for Annexation 2016-2, a traffic signal was installed on E. Bowman Road at
the intersection of S. China Lake Boulevard that comprises and aids traffic flow for Zone 02 and Zone
03. This traffic signal is being installed specifically for access to and from the developments in the
area and serves minimal overall traffic circulation purposes which would not be necessary if it were
not for the development in the area. Therefore, this traffic signal has been assigned partially as a
special benefit to both zones with five (5%) percent general benefit.
In regards to the special benefits previously identified above, it is apparent that the local
Development Specific Street Lights installed as part of the Mojave View Apartments (Zone 6) are
solely for the use and benefit this multi-family residential development and there is no quantifiable
general benefit to other properties or to the public at large. However, based on various traffic
circulation studies, and related data and benefit considerations applied in other Zones of the
Consolidated District it has been determined that the general benefit related to the overall operation
and maintenance of perimeter street lights for residential developments is no more than six percent
(6%) of the street light operating costs, but to ensure that no parcel is assessed for more than its
proportional special benefit for such street lighting, the City will contribute for general benefit an
amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the budgeted regular annual maintenance expenditures
(maintenance and energy costs). These general benefit costs shall be excluded from the special
benefit assessment funding and not assessed to the parcels within the District.
The calculated general benefit for lighting improvements is identified in the budget provided in Part
III of this Report.

Assessment Methodology
The City proposes to annually levy and collect special benefit assessments in order to maintain
and service the improvements associated with Tract No(s). 6740, 6775, 6700, 6908, 7188, Zone 2
(Walmart), Zone 3 (Area around Walmart), and Zone 6 (Mojave View Apartments). The estimated
annual cost to maintain the improvements are identified in the budget section of this Report,
including all estimated annual expenditures; funding for long term repair, replacement and
rehabilitation costs; incidental expenses necessary to operate and support the District including
administration and authorized reserve; and any revenues from other sources or previous deficit
funding that would adjust the amount to be assessed.
In order to calculate and identify the proportional special benefit received by each parcel and
ultimately each parcel’s proportionate share of the improvement costs it is necessary to consider not
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only the improvements and services to be provided, but the relationship each parcel has to those
improvements as compared to other parcels in the District. Article XIIID Section 4a reads in part:
“…The proportionate special benefit derived by each identified parcel shall be determined
in relationship to the entirety of the capital cost of a public improvement or the maintenance and
operation expenses of a public improvement or for the cost of the property related service being
provided. No assessment shall be imposed on any parcel which exceeds the reasonable cost
of the proportional special benefit conferred on that parcel.”
The benefit formula used to determine the assessment obligation should therefore be based
upon both the improvements that benefit the parcels within the District as well as the land use of
each property as compared to other parcels that benefit from those specific improvements. To identify
and determine the special benefit to be received by each parcel and its proportional share of the
improvement costs it is necessary to consider both the planned improvements and the properties
that benefit from those improvements.
Landscaping and lighting improvements like most public improvements, provide varying degrees of
benefit (whether they be general or special) based largely on the extent of such improvements,
the location of the improvements in relationship to properties, the different types of properties
associated with the improvements. To establish the proportional special benefit and ultimately the
assessment obligation for each parcel, these factors need to be addressed and formulated in the
method of apportionment by the use of benefit zones that reflect the extent and location of the
improvements in relationship to the properties, as well as the specific use, size and characteristics
that reflects each parcel’s proportional special benefit as compared to other properties that benefit
from those same improvements.
Zones of Benefit
In an effort to ensure an appropriate allocation of the estimated annual cost to provide various
improvements based on proportional special benefits, District often times include benefit zones
(“Zones”) as authorized pursuant to Chapter 1 Article 4, Section 22574 of the 1972 Act:
“The diagram and assessment may classify various areas within an assessment District into
different zones where, by reason of variations in the nature, location, and extent of the
improvements, the various areas will receive differing degrees of benefit from the improvements.
A zone shall consist of all territory which will receive substantially the same degree of benefit
from the improvements.”
While the California Constitution requires that “The proportionate special benefit derived by each
identified parcel shall be determined in relationship to the entirety of the capital cost of a public
improvement or the maintenance and operation expenses of a public improvement…”; it is
reasonable to conclude that certain landscaping and lighting improvements may benefit most if not
all properties within a District while other improvements may only provide special benefits to
specific parcels, developments or portions of the District (particularly in larger District), while still
other improvements may be identified and proportionately allocated as both special benefits and a
general benefit. Based on a review of the location and extent of the improvements for these Districts
and the direct proximity and relationship to the properties therein, it has been determined that
each parcel within Tract maps will receive proportionally similar special benefits from the local street
lighting and landscape improvements located on the perimeter of the development and the
establishment of benefit zones is not necessary. However, because this is the City’s first
development established as a 1972 Act District and it is likely that future developments in the City
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may facilitate a similar need, Tract 6740 has been established and referred to as Zone 1. Tract 6775
has been established and referred to as Zone 1B. Tract 6700 has been established and referred to
as Zone 1C. Annexation 2016-2 has been established and referred to as Zone 2 & 3 for this District.
Annexation 2019-1 has been established and referred to as Zone 4, Annexation 2018-2 has been
established and referred to as 5 for this District and Annexation 2024-1 has been established and
referred to as Zone 6. While this Zone designation has no direct bearing on the calculation of
proportional special benefit at this time, it does establish an initial zone structure and naming
convention that may be utilized for future developments or properties that may be annexed to this
District under the provisions of the 1972 Act.
Details regarding the location and extent of the improvements within the District and the Zones
therein are on file in the office of the Public Works Department and by reference these documents
are m ade part of this Report. A diagram showing the exterior boundaries of the District is
attached and incorporated herein under Part IV (District Diagram) of this Report.
Equivalent Benefit Units
In addition to the use of Zones, the method of apportionment established for this District to reflect
the proportional special benefit of each parcel utilizes a weighted methodology of apportionment
commonly referred to as an Equivalent Benefit Unit (EBU) methodology. This method of
apportionment establishes the single-family home site as the basic unit of
assessment. A single-family residential unit or lot is assigned one (1.0) Equivalent Benefit Unit (EBU)
and other property types (land uses) are proportionately weighted (weighted EBU) based on a
benefit formula that equates each property’s specific characteristics and special benefits to that of
the single-family residential unit. This proportional weighting may be based on several
considerations that may include, but are not limited to: the type of development (land use),
development-status (developed versus undeveloped), size of the property (acreage or units),
vehicular trip generation, street frontage, densities or other property related factors including any
development restrictions or limitations; as well as the property’s location and proximity to the
improvements (which would be addressed by its Zone designation).
For most local landscaping and lighting improvements and assessments, the most appropriate
proportional special benefit calculation for each parcel is reasonably determined by three basic
property characteristics:


Proximity — As previously noted, each parcel in the District shall be identified and grouped
into Zones based on each parcel’s proximity and relationship to the District improvements;



Land use — Commercial/Industrial Use; Residential Use, Institutional Use, Vacant Land
(Undeveloped Property), Public Property etc.; and,



Property Size — Acreage for non-residential properties (both developed and
undeveloped); Units for residential properties. Property size (acreage or units) provides a
definable and comparative representation of each parcel’s proportional special benefit not
only to similar types of properties but to other properties as well.

Zones 1, 1B, 1C, 4 & 5
Zone 1, 1B and 1C are currently comprised entirely of residential parcels and developments.
As previously noted, at build-out, Annexation 2019-1 (Zone 4) will be comprised of forty-five
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single-family residential parcels and Annexation 2018-2 (Zone 5) will be comprised of forty singlefamily residential parcels. The following is a list of land use classifications that may be applicable
to parcels within the Zone and their assigned Equivalent Benefit Units. The single-family residential
home site is used as the base value of benefit and assessment. Not all land use classifications listed
are currently applicable to parcels in the Zone, but may be applicable to future parcels that are
annexed to the Zone:
Land Use Classifications
Single-Family Residential Property — is defined as a fully subdivided residential home site with
or without a structure. For purposes of establishing the proportional special benefits and equivalent
benefit units for other land uses in this District, the single-family residential land use is designated
as the basic unit of assessment.
Multi-Family Residential & Mixed-Use Property — is defined as a fully subdivided residential
parcel that has more than one residential unit developed on the parcel. (This land use includes
apartments, duplexes, triplexes, etc., but does not include condominiums, townhomes). This
land use designation may also include properties identified by the County Assessor’s Office as
mixed-use property for which there is more than one residential unit (known number of residential
units) associated with the property
and for which the parcel’s primary use is residential but may also include some commercial
component or unit associated with that property.
Although multi-family residential properties receive similar special benefits to that of single-family
residential property and an appropriate and comparative calculation of proportional special benefits
is reasonably reflected by the parcel’s total number of residential units, it would not be reasonable
to conclude that on a per unit basis, the benefits are equal. Studies have consistently shown that
multi-family units impact public infrastructure at reduced levels compared to a single-family
residence, which is reflective of their reduced structure size, vehicular trip generation and need for
various public improvements.
Furthermore, as the density (number of units per parcel) increase, the average distance from the
improvements tend to increase and the number of vehicular trips generated tend to decline because
the population density per unit tend to decrease (largely because of reduced unit sizes). Based on
these considerations, it is reasonable to conclude that the proportional special benefits per unit is
less than that of a single-family residential property and appropriate weighting of the proportional
special benefit per unit for multi-family residential properties as compared to a single-family
residential is best represented by the following sliding scale:
Zones 1, 1B & 1C: 0.625 EBU per unit for the first 5 units; plus 0.500 EBU per unit for units 6
through 25; plus 0.375 EBU per unit for units 26 through 50; plus 0.250 EBU per unit for units 51
through 100; plus 0.125 EBU per unit for units 101 or above.
Zones 4 & 5: 0.750 EBU per unit.
Approved Residential Development – This land use is defined as a parcel and/or development
(group of parcels) that are not fully subdivided, but based on an Approved Development Map, Final
Tract Map or other Approved Development Plan, the specific number of single-family residential
lots has been approved for development, and the improvements and services associated with
the development and/or parcel have been accepted or will be accepted by the City for maintenance
in the fiscal year. This land use type is assigned an EBU for both landscaping and lighting
improvements that reflects the total EBU’s associated with that parcel at build-out.
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Undeveloped Residential Property - is defined as a parcel that has been identified as
undeveloped property (vacant land), zoned for residential use (fully subdivided or not), that has the
potential to be developed (few or no development restrictions). Typically, a tentative or final map
has not been submitted and/or approved for the property, but the improvements that benefit the
parcel (existing improvements) have been accepted or will be accepted by the City for maintenance
in the fiscal year. When considering the special benefits from landscaping and lighting
improvements it becomes evident that the proportional special benefits associated with vacant
property is clearly less than that of developed properties. Although vacant properties may certainly
derive special benefits from local landscaping and lighting improvements, these special benefits
are limited to the land (lot) itself. Conversely, approximately half of the direct and immediate
special benefits for developed properties are related to the daily use or potential use of that
property. Therefore, the Equivalent Benefit Units applied to these properties shall be
based on 0.500 EBU per acre with a minimum Equivalent Benefit Unit of 0.125 EBU for parcels less
than one-quarter of an acre and a maximum Equivalent Benefit Unit of 5.000 EBU for parcels greater
than ten acres.
Planned Residential Development - This land use is defined as a parcel or group of parcels
currently identified as undeveloped (vacant land), but the specific number of single-family residential
lots or multi-family residential units has been approved for development has part of an Approved
Development Map, Final Tract Map or other Approved Development Plan. However, unlike
Approved Residential Development property, the City does not anticipate acceptance of the
improvements associated with this parcel or development for the upcoming fiscal year and the
proportional assessments for such properties may likely be limited to incidental expenses.
For balloting purposes to establish the property’s maximum assessment and proportional special
benefit, these parcels shall be assigned an EBU that reflects the total EBU’s associated with
that parcel at build-out (1.0 EBU per single-family residential lot and 0.75 per multi-family residential
unit). However, for calculation of the annual assessments each fiscal year, the City and Assessment
Engineer shall apply an EBU that reflects the property’s estimated proportional special benefit from
exiting improvements and/or portion of the new improvements to be installed and accepted during
the upcoming fiscal year. The Assessment Engineer may assign to such parcels in any given fiscal
year as little as 0.00 EBU up to the maximum EBU for which the property was ballot or any EBU in
between that reasonably reflects the parcel’s proportional special benefit from the improvements and
services provided as compared to other properties in the Zone. In addition, such parcels may be
temporarily designated as a Sub-Zone within the Zone and budgeted separately until all the
improvements for the development are installed and/or the property has been subdivided.
In addition to the land use classifications identified above, the following two land use
classifications may also be applicable to parcels within the District and/or Zones within the
Consolidated District:
Exempt Properties - Within most District, there are lots or parcels of land that do not receive a
special benefit from the improvements provided (exempt from assessment), which may include,
but is not limited to public streets and other roadways (typically not assigned an APN by the County);
dedicated public easements, public rights-of-way, or utility rights-of-way; common areas, bifurcated
lots; sliver parcels or any other parcel that has little or no assessed value and cannot be developed
independently; parcels that are part of the improvements being maintained by the District or that the
City has determined that the parcel cannot be developed. These types of parcels are considered to
receive no special benefit from the improvements and are therefore exempted from assessment and
are assigned 0.00 EBU.
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Case Properties - In District where multiple land use classifications are applied, there may be a
specific property or properties where the typical land use classifications and method of
apportionment do not accurately reflect the property’s proportional special benefits received from
the improvements. This land use classification may be applicable when the use of that property is
restricted or limited compared to other properties, cases where only a portion of the property can
be developed or only a portion of the parcel will
benefit from the improvements provided, and/or the timing of the City accepting the specific
improvements associated with that property may be different than other properties with that
development or Zone. For example, a parcel may be identified as an undeveloped property, but
only a portion of the parcel can be developed or only a portion of the property is considered to benefit
from the improvements. In such cases, the City and Assessment Engineer may determine that an
appropriate calculation of proportional benefit is better reflected by applying a reduced weighting
factor.
Zone 2 & 3
Zone 2 and Zone 3 are currently comprised of non-residential parcels (Developed or Approved)
and undeveloped parcels (undeveloped non-residential or multi-family residential properties).
The following is a list of land use classifications that may be applicable to parcels within these Zones
followed by the calculation of the Equivalent Benefit Units associated with those land use
classifications. The base value of benefit and assessment for each parcel is based on the total
Improvement Square Footage and total Benefit Front Footage of the parcels associated with those
improvements. Not all land use classifications listed are currently applicable to parcels in the Zone
but may be applicable to future parcels that are annexed to the Zones.
Land Use Classifications
Developed Non-Residential – This land use is defined as a parcel and/or development (group of
parcels) that has been developed primarily with a non-residential use, including, but are not limited
to (both publicly owned and privately owned) commercial, office or professional service, industrial,
parking lot, institutional facilities, churches or other non- profit organizations; and the parcel or
development receives a particular and distinct benefit from District improvements. The EBU
assigned to such parcels for both landscaping and lighting improvements is based on the parcel’s
proportional benefit frontage and calculated improvement square footage of the landscape
improvements associated with the property as compared to other properties that benefit from
those improvements as outlined in the EBU calculations that follow.
Approved Non-Residential – This land use is defined as a parcel and/or development (group of
parcels) that has an Approved Development Map, Final Tract Map or other Approved
Development Plan primarily for a non-residential use, including, but are not limited to (both
publicly owned and privately owned) commercial, office or professional service, industrial, parking
lot, institutional facilities, churches or other non-profit organizations; and the parcel or
development receives a particular and distinct benefit from District improvements. The EBU
assigned to such parcels for both landscaping and lighting improvements is based on the parcel’s
proportional benefit frontage and calculated improvement square footage of the landscape
improvements associated with the property as compared to other properties that benefit from those
improvements as outlined in the EBU calculations that follow.
Developed Multi-Family Residential – This land use is defined as a parcel and/or development
(group of parcels) that has been developed as a fully subdivided residential development with
multiple residential units associated with the parcel or development including, apartments,
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duplexes, or other parcels with multiple residential units, but not including institutional facilities or
mixed-use properties which are typically identified as non-residential; and the parcel or
development receives a particular and distinct benefit from District improvements. The EBU
assigned to such parcels for both landscaping and lighting improvements is based on the parcel’s
proportional benefit frontage and calculated improvement square footage of the landscape
improvements associated with the property as compared to other properties that benefit from those
improvements as outlined in the EBU calculations that follow.
Approved Multi-Family Residential – This land use is defined as a parcel and/or development
(group of parcels) that has an Approved Development Map, Final Tract Map or other Approved
Development Plan for development as a multiple residential unit parcel or development including,
apartments, duplexes, or other parcels with multiple residential units, but not including institutional
facilities or mixed-use properties which are typically identified as non-residential; and the parcel
or development receives a particular and distinct benefit from District improvements. The EBU
assigned to such parcels for both landscaping and lighting improvements is based on the parcel’s
proportional benefit frontage and calculated improvement square footage of the landscape
improvements associated with the property as compared to other properties that benefit from
those improvements as outlined in the EBU calculations that follow.
Developed Condominium/Townhome Property – This land use is defined as a parcel that have
been developed as a fully subdivided residential condominium or townhome parcel for which the
County Assessor has established an individual Assessor’s Parcel Number for each residential
condominium unit and related common areas (if any); and the condominium development and
condominium parcels therein receive a particular and distinct benefit from District improvements.
(Such developments do not include any District improvements within the development, only
improvements outside the development). The EBU assigned to each residential condominium
parcel within for both landscaping and lighting improvements is based on the overall
development’s proportional benefit frontage and calculated improvement square footage of the
landscape improvements associated with the condominium development as compared to other
properties that benefit from those improvements. The development’s calculated improvement
square footage is proportionately allocated to each residential condominium parcel as described in
the EBU calculations that follow.
Approved Condominium Property – This land use is defined as a parcel or group of parcels that
has an Approved Development Map, Final Tract Map or other Approved Development Plan for
development as a condominiums or townhomes for which the County Assessor has or will establish
individual Assessor’s Parcel Numbers for each residential condominium unit and common areas
(if any); and the condominium development and condominium parcels therein receive a particular
and distinct benefit from District improvements. (Such developments do not include any District
improvements within the development, only improvements outside the development). The EBU
assigned to each parcel (fully subdivided residential condominium parcels or planned residential
units on yet to be subdivided parcels) for both landscaping and lighting improvements is based on
the overall development’s proportional improvement square footage of the landscape
improvements associated with the condominium development as compared to other properties that
benefit from those improvements. The development’s calculated benefit frontage and improvement
square footage of the landscape improvements is proportionately allocated to each residential
condominium parcel as described in the EBU calculations that follow.
Undeveloped Non-Residential – This land use is defined as a parcel or group of parcels that are
undeveloped (vacant land), for which a specific Development Map, Tract Map or other Development
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Plan has not been approved, but based on Zoning and/or other documents, the City anticipates the
parcel or group of parcels to be developed for a non- residential or multi-family residential use; and
the property receives a particular and distinct benefit from District improvements. The EBU assigned
to such property for both landscaping and lighting improvements is based on the parcel’s proportional
benefit frontage and calculated improvement square footage of the landscape improvements
associated with the property as compared to other properties that benefit from those
improvements as outlined in the EBU calculations that follow.
Planned Non-Residential – This land use is defined as a parcel or group of parcels currently
identified as undeveloped (vacant land), but the property has an Approved Development Map, Final
Tract Map or other Approved Development Plan for development as a non-residential property.
However, unlike an Approved Non- Residential property, the City does not anticipate acceptance
of all the improvements associated with this parcel or development for the upcoming fiscal year
and the proportional assessments for such properties may be limited to a portion of the estimated
annual maintenance costs and/or incidental expenses.
Planned Multi-Family Residential – This land use is defined as a parcel or group of parcels
currently identified as undeveloped (vacant land), but the property has an Approved Development
Map, Final Tract Map or other Approved Development Plan for development as a multiple
residential unit parcel or development. However, unlike an Approved Multi-Family Residential or
an Approved Condominium Property, the City does not anticipate acceptance of all the
improvements associated with this parcel or development for the upcoming fiscal year and the
proportional assessments for such properties may be limited to a portion of the estimated annual
maintenance costs and/or incidental expenses. For balloting purposes to establish the property’s
maximum assessment and proportional special benefit, for both Planned Non-Residential and
Planned Multi-Family Residential properties, the parcels shall be assigned an EBU that reflects the
property’s EBU at build- out (similar to that of a “Developed” or “Approved” property) and the City’s
acceptance of all the improvements to be maintained by the District. However, for calculation of
the annual assessments each fiscal year, the City and Assessment Engineer may classify such
parcels as a “Special Case” and apply an EBU that reflects the property’s estimated proportional
special benefit from exiting improvements and/or portion of the new improvements to be installed
and accepted during the upcoming fiscal year. The Assessment Engineer may assign to such
parcels in any given fiscal year, as little as 0.00 EBU up to the maximum EBU for which the property
was ballot or any EBU in between, that reasonably reflects the parcel’s proportional special benefit
from the improvements and services provided as compared to other properties in the Zone. In
addition, such parcels may be temporarily designated as a Sub-Zone within the Zone and
budgeted separately until all the improvements for the development are installed and/or the property
has been subdivided.
Developed Hotel/Motel Property — Although Hotel/Motel Properties are certainly viewed as a
commercial enterprise and would have similar special benefits as commercial/industrial
properties for landscape improvements, these properties clearly have
a
more
significant nighttime
use
and traffic generation
than other
commercial/industrial properties that result from their transient residential activities. Clearly, the
presence of local street lighting or the lack thereof can have a direct and significant impact on
hotel and motel properties because of their heightened nighttime business activities. To reflect
this increased proportional special benefit resulting from higher nighttime use and need for
local street lighting as compared to other commercial/industrial properties. As with
commercial/industrial properties, minimum and maximum acreage limits shall be applied in
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calculating each parcel’s individual assessment.
Developed Institutional Property — is defined as developed private properties used for the
purposes of public related services or activities, including but not limited to Colleges, Private
Schools, Places of Worship, Day Care Centers, Fraternal Organizations, Hospitals, Convalescent
or Retirement Homes, or other similar public service or assembly type properties.
Developed Public Property — is defined as developed public or government owned property
used for public related services or activities, including but not limited to city facilities including
parks, community centers, fire and police stations, and city offices; county or state offices and
facilities; federal, state or county court facilities; US postal service facilities; public schools; public
utility facilities or offices; or other similar developed public properties.
Parking Lot/Limited Use Property — This land use classification is applied to developed privately
owned properties that the City considers not to be fully developed commercial/industrial,
institutional or residential properties. This land use classification is typically applied to parcels that
are identified as parking lots with limited or no buildings; but may also identify parcels that have
limited or restricted non-residential use where the typical commercial/industrial or institutional
classification is not applicable or appropriate. The Equivalent Benefit Units applied to these
properties shall be based on the same minimum and maximum acreage limits that are applied
to other acreage-based properties.
Vacant Property —is defined as property that has been identified as undeveloped but has
reasonable development potential (Few or no development restrictions). When considering the
special benefits from landscaping and lighting improvements it becomes evident that the
proportional special benefits associated with vacant property is clearly less than that of developed
properties. Although vacant properties certainly derive special benefits from local landscaping and
lighting improvements, these special benefits are limited to the land (lot) itself. Conversely,
approximately half of the direct and immediate special benefits for developed properties are related
to the daily use or potential use of that property. Therefore, the Equivalent Benefit Units applied to
these properties shall be based on the same minimum and maximum acreage limits that are applied
to other acreage-based properties.
Exempt Property (Parcel) — identifies parcels that for various reasons, it has been determined
that the parcel does not and will not receive special benefits from the improvements. This land use
classification may include but is not limited to:


Lots or parcels identified as public streets and other roadways (typically not
assigned an APN by the County);



Dedicated public easements including open space areas, utility rights-of-way,
greenbelts, parkways, or other publicly-owned or utility-owned land that serves the
community or general public and are not considered or classified as developed public
properties;
Parcels of land that are privately owned, but cannot be developed independently
from an adjacent property or is part of a shared interest with other properties, such as
common areas, sliver parcels, bifurcated lots or properties with very restrictive development
potential or use.



Because these properties either provide a public service that is comparable to landscaping or
street lighting improvements, or they are dependent on another property or development, these
types of parcels have no direct need for such improvements and are considered to receive no
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special benefits Therefore these parcels shall be exempt from assessment and are assigned 0.000
EBU. However, these properties shall be reviewed annually by the assessment engineer to confirm
the parcel’s use and/or development status has not changed.
Special Case Property — In many District where multiple land use classifications are involved,
there may be one or more properties that the standard land use classifications do not accurately
identify the use and special benefits received from the improvements or there may be something
about that particular parcel that should be noted for review in subsequent fiscal years.
The Equivalent Benefit Units assigned to Special Case Properties will vary depending on the
circumstances and reasons for treating each particular property as a Special Case. The Equivalent
Benefit Unit(s) assigned to each such parcel may be based on adjusted acreage, units or a
combination of those factors. The City and/or the assessment engineer tasked with the
administration of the District shall annually review each parcel designated as a Special Case.
Property and based on that review shall make appropriate adjustments to that property’s land use
and Equivalent Benefit Unit assignment as warranted.
Zone 6
Zone 6 is entirely comprised of a single multi-family residential apartment complex property with seventysix (76) units, there is the potential for similar standalone multi-family residential apartment complexes
and/or nearby undeveloped properties to be annexed into Zone 6 in the future. Therefore, rather than
applying a residential unit methodology similar to Zones 1, 1B, 1C, 4, and 5, it has been determined that for
this District/Zone the most appropriate method of apportionment is based on Benefit Frontage to the
improvements, similar to what is applied in Zones 2 and 3 of the Consolidated District.
Land Use Classifications
The following provides a listing and description of the land use designations and apportionment
calculations that are applicable to parcels within the District/Zone or may be applicable as a result of
future annexations. This listing includes but is not limited to:
Developed Multi-Family Residential — This land use is defined as a parcel and/or development
(group of parcels) that has been developed as a fully subdivided residential development with multiple
residential units associated with the parcel or development including, apartments, duplexes, or other
parcels with multiple residential units, but not including institutional facilities or mixed-use properties
which are typically identified as non-residential; and the parcel or development receives a particular
and distinct benefit from District improvements. The EBU assigned to such parcels for both
landscaping and lighting improvements is based on the parcel’s proportional benefit frontage and
calculated improvement square footage of the landscape improvements associated with the property
as compared to other properties that benefit from those improvements as outlined in the EBU
calculations that follow.
Approved Multi-Family Residential — This land use is defined as a parcel and/or development
(group of parcels) that has an Approved Development Map, Final Tract Map or other Approved
Development Plan for development as a multiple residential unit parcel or development including,
apartments, duplexes, or other parcels with multiple residential units, but not including institutional
facilities or mixed-use properties which are typically identified as non-residential; and the parcel or
development receives a particular and distinct benefit from District improvements. The EBU assigned
to such parcels for both landscaping and lighting improvements is based on the parcel’s proportional
benefit frontage and calculated improvement square footage of the landscape improvements
associated with the property as compared to other properties that benefit from those improvements
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as outlined in the EBU calculations that follow.
Developed Condominium/Townhome Property — This land use is defined as a parcel that have
been developed as a fully subdivided residential condominium or townhome parcel for which the
County Assessor has established an individual Assessor’s Parcel Number for each residential
condominium unit and related common areas (if any); and the condominium development and
condominium parcels therein receive a particular and distinct benefit from District improvements.
(Such developments do not include any District improvements within the development, only
improvements outside the development). The EBU assigned to each residential condominium parcel
within for both landscaping and lighting improvements is based on the overall development’s
proportional benefit frontage and calculated improvement square footage of the landscape
improvements associated with the condominium development as compared to other properties that
benefit from those improvements. The development’s calculated improvement square footage is
proportionately allocated to each residential condominium parcel as described in the EBU calculations
that follow.
Approved Condominium/Townhome Property — This land use is defined as a parcel or group of
parcels that has an Approved Development Map, Final Tract Map or other Approved Development
Plan for development as a condominiums or townhomes for which the County Assessor has or will
establish individual Assessor’s Parcel Numbers for each residential condominium unit and common
areas (if any); and the condominium development and condominium parcels therein receive a
particular and distinct benefit from District improvements. (Such developments do not include any
District improvements within the development, only improvements outside the development). The
EBU assigned to each parcel (fully subdivided residential condominium parcels or planned residential
units on yet to be subdivided parcels) for both landscaping and lighting improvements is based on the
overall development’s proportional improvement square footage of the landscape improvements
associated with the condominium development as compared to other properties that benefit from
those improvements. The development’s calculated benefit frontage and improvement square footage
of the landscape improvements is proportionately allocated to each residential condominium parcel
as described in the EBU calculations that follow.
Planned Multi-Family Residential — This land use is defined as a parcel or group of parcels
currently identified as undeveloped (vacant land), but the property has an Approved Development
Map, Final Tract Map, or other Approved Development Plan for development as a multiple residential
unit parcel or development. However, unlike an Approved Multi-Family Residential or an Approved
Condominium/Townhome Property, the City does not anticipate acceptance of all the improvements
associated with this parcel or development for the upcoming fiscal year and the proportional
assessments for such properties may be limited to a portion of the estimated annual maintenance
costs and/or incidental expenses. For balloting purposes to establish the property’s maximum
assessment and proportional special benefit, for both Planned Non-Residential and Planned MultiFamily Residential properties, the parcels shall be assigned an EBU that reflects the property’s EBU
at build- out (similar to that of a “Developed” or “Approved” property) and the City’s acceptance of all
the improvements to be maintained by the District. However, for calculation of the annual
assessments each fiscal year, the City and Assessment Engineer may classify such parcels as a
“Special Case” and apply an EBU that reflects the property’s estimated proportional special benefit
from exiting improvements and/or portion of the new improvements to be installed and accepted
during the upcoming fiscal year. The Assessment Engineer may assign to such parcels in any given
fiscal year, as little as 0.00 EBU up to the maximum EBU for which the property was ballot or any
EBU in between, that reasonably reflects the parcel’s proportional special benefit from the
improvements and services provided as compared to other properties in the Zone. In addition, such
parcels may be temporarily designated as a Sub-Zone within the Zone and budgeted separately until
all the improvements for the development are installed and/or the property has been subdivided.
Developed Non-Residential — This land use is defined as a parcel and/or development (group of
parcels) that has been developed primarily with a non-residential use, including, but are not limited to
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(both publicly owned and privately owned) commercial, office or professional service, industrial,
parking lot, institutional facilities, churches or other non- profit organizations; and the parcel or
development receives a particular and distinct benefit from District improvements. The EBU assigned
to such parcels for both landscaping and lighting improvements is based on the parcel’s proportional
benefit frontage and calculated improvement square footage of the landscape improvements
associated with the property as compared to other properties that benefit from those improvements
as outlined in the EBU calculations that follow.
Approved Non-Residential — This land use is defined as a parcel and/or development (group of
parcels) that has an Approved Development Map, Final Tract Map or other Approved Development
Plan primarily for a non-residential use, including, but are not limited to (both publicly owned and
privately owned) commercial, office or professional service, industrial, parking lot, institutional
facilities, churches or other non-profit organizations; and the parcel or development receives a
particular and distinct benefit from District improvements. The EBU assigned to such parcels for both
landscaping and lighting improvements is based on the parcel’s proportional benefit frontage and
calculated improvement square footage of the landscape improvements associated with the property
as compared to other properties that benefit from those improvements as outlined in the EBU
calculations that follow.
Planned Non-Residential — This land use is defined as a parcel or group of parcels currently
identified as undeveloped (vacant land), but the property has an Approved Development Map, Final
Tract Map, or other Approved Development Plan for development as a non-residential property.
However, unlike an Approved Non- Residential property, the City does not anticipate acceptance of
all the improvements associated with this parcel or development for the upcoming fiscal year and the
proportional assessments for such properties may be limited to a portion of the estimated annual
maintenance costs and/or incidental expenses.
Undeveloped Non-Residential — This land use is defined as a parcel or group of parcels that are
undeveloped (vacant land), for which a specific Development Map, Tract Map or other Development
Plan has not been approved, but based on Zoning and/or other documents, the City anticipates the
parcel or group of parcels to be developed for a non- residential or multi-family residential use; and
the property receives a particular and distinct benefit from District improvements. The EBU assigned
to such property for both landscaping and lighting improvements is based on the parcel’s proportional
benefit frontage and calculated improvement square footage of the landscape improvements
associated with the property as compared to other properties that benefit from those improvements
as outlined in the EBU calculations that follow.
Developed Institutional Property — is defined as developed private properties used for the
purposes of public related services or activities, including but not limited to Colleges, Private Schools,
Places of Worship, Day Care Centers, Fraternal Organizations, Hospitals, Convalescent or
Retirement Homes, or other similar public service or assembly type properties.
Developed Public Property — is defined as developed public or government owned property used
for public related services or activities, including but not limited to city facilities including parks,
community centers, fire and police stations, and city offices; county or state offices and facilities;
federal, state or county court facilities; US postal service facilities; public schools; public utility facilities
or offices; or other similar developed public properties.
Parking Lot/Limited Use Property — This land use classification is applied to developed privately
owned properties that the City considers not to be fully developed commercial/industrial, institutional,
or residential properties. This land use classification is typically applied to parcels that are identified
as parking lots with limited or no buildings; but may also identify parcels that have limited or restricted
non-residential use where the typical commercial/industrial or institutional classification is not
applicable or appropriate. The Equivalent Benefit Units applied to these properties shall be based on
the same minimum and maximum acreage limits that are applied to other acreage-based properties.
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Vacant Property — is defined as property that has been identified as undeveloped but has
reasonable development potential (Few or no development restrictions). When considering the
special benefits from landscaping and lighting improvements it becomes evident that the proportional
special benefits associated with vacant property are clearly less than that of developed properties.
Although vacant properties certainly derive special benefits from local landscaping and lighting
improvements, these special benefits are limited to the land (lot) itself. Conversely, approximately half
of the direct and immediate special benefits for developed properties are related to the daily use or
potential use of that property. Therefore, the Equivalent Benefit Units applied to these properties shall
be based on the same minimum and maximum acreage limits that are applied to other acreage-based
properties.
Exempt Property — identifies parcels that for various reasons, it has been determined that the parcel
does not and will not receive special benefits from the improvements. This land use classification may
include but is not limited to:


Lots or parcels identified as public streets and other roadways (typically not assigned an APN by
the County);



Dedicated public easements including open space areas, utility rights-of-way, greenbelts,
parkways, or other publicly-owned or utility-owned land that serves the community or general
public and are not considered or classified as developed public properties;



Parcels of land that are privately owned but cannot be developed independently from an adjacent
property or is part of a shared interest with other properties, such as common areas, sliver parcels,
bifurcated lots or properties with very restrictive development potential or use.

Because these properties either provide a public service that is comparable to landscaping or street
lighting improvements, or they are dependent on another property or development, these types of
parcels have no direct need for such improvements and are considered to receive no special benefits
Therefore these parcels shall be exempt from assessment and are assigned 0.000 EBU. However,
the assessment engineer shall annually review these parcels to confirm the use and/or development
status has not changed.
Summary of Equivalent Benefit Unit Assignments
Zones 1, 1B, 1C, 4 & 5
The following is a summary of property types and the Equivalent Benefit Unit assignments
described in the preceding discussion of Equivalent Benefit Units.

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Land Use

Benefit Unit Calculations

Single-Family Residential Property

1.00

per unit

0.625

per unit

per unit (1-5 units)

0.500

per unit

per unit (6-25 units)

0.375

per unit

per unit (26-50 units)

0.250

per unit

per unit (51-100 units)

0.125

per unit

per unit (units greater than 100)

Multi-Family Residential & Mixed-Use Property
(Zones 4 & 5)

0.750

per unit

Condominium/Town-home Property
Developed Commercial/Industrial Property

0.750
4.000

per unit
per acre

(minimum 1.000 EBU, maximum 40.000 EBU)

Developed Hotel/Motel Property

6.000

per acre

(minimum 1.500 EBU, maximum 60.000 EBU)

Developed Institutional Property

2.000

per acre

(minimum 0.500 EBU, maximum 20.000 EBU)

Developed Public Property

2.000

per acre

(minimum 0.500 EBU, maximum 20.000 EBU)

Parking Lot/Limited Use Property

1.000

per acre

(minimum 0.250 EBU, maximum 10.000 EBU)

Vacant Property

0.500

per acre

(minimum 0.125 EBU, maximum 5.000 EBU)

Exempt Property

0.000

per parcel

Special Case Property

varied

based on circumstances associated with each parcel

Multi-Family Residential & Mixed-Use Property
(Zones 1, 1B & 1C)

Zones 2, 3 & 6
The above land use types are assigned an EBU that reflects each parcel’s and/or development’s
proportional improvement benefit based on the square footage of the landscape areas on the street,
streets, and/or street segments associated with the property and for which the property receives
special benefit. Each parcel’s proportional square footage for a specific improvement or shared
improvement is calculated by:
1. Establish each parcel’s “Street Frontage” associated with the improvements that benefit the
parcel. For most properties this Street Frontage is the parcel’s linear street frontage on the street
where the improvement(s) that benefit the property are located (Corner properties may have
street frontage on more than one side, which may be calculated separately if the
improvements on each street are shared with different properties).
For properties/developments comprised of multiple parcels (some parcels within a
development or future development area may not have actual street frontage), the total street
frontage for the overall property/development is proportionately allocated to each parcel within
that development or future development area utilizing the proportional acreage of each parcel
within the development. (Proportional residential units may be used for a Condominium
Property/Development if the number of Units is known for each parcel).
Parcel Acreage / Development Acreage = Proportional Acreage (for each parcel)
Proportional Acreage x Development Street Frontage = Parcel’s Assigned Street
Frontage
2. Calculate each parcel’s proportional “Benefit Frontage”.
For parcels identified as “Developed” or “Approved” land use classifications, the
parcel’s calculated Street Frontage is applied as the parcel’s “Benefit Frontage”.
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Assigned Street Frontage = Benefit Frontage

For parcels/properties identified as “Undeveloped” (Vacant Land) and “Planned”
parcels/properties (those that are still Vacant Land), it is recognized that the proportional
special benefits associated with such property is typically less than that of developed properties
because the property is undeveloped. In addition to the special benefits associated with each
property because of proximity to the improvements, developed properties (both “Developed”
or “Approved”) also receive the added and immediate benefits associated with the daily
utilization of the improvements afforded to the employees, residents, visitors, and patrons
of those properties. Therefore, “Undeveloped” properties and “Planned”
development
properties (those not being treated as a Special Case) are assigned a “Benefit Frontage” that is
½ (50%) of the parcel’s calculated Street Frontage.
Assigned Street Frontage x 50% = Benefit Frontage
3. Establish the average square feet of improvement area for each linear foot of Benefit Frontage.
The overall “Improvement Square Feet” (applicable improvement area square footage) of the
improvement area that benefits the parcels in the Zone is divided by the sum total of the Benefit
Frontage of all the parcels that benefit from the improvements (“Total Benefit Frontage) to
establish a ratio of “Improvement Square Feet per Benefit Front Foot”.
Improvement Square Feet / Total Benefit Frontage = Improvement Square
Feet per Front Foot
4. This ratio of Improvement Square Feet to Benefit Frontage (“Improvement Square
Feet per Benefit Front Foot”) is then multiplied by each parcel’s calculated “Benefit
Frontage” to establish the parcels proportional EBU or Proportional Improvement Square
Footage.
Improvement Square Feet per Benefit Front Foot x Parcel’s Benefit Frontage =
Parcel’s EBU
Allocation of Improvement Costs Zone 1
Pursuant to the provisions of the California Constitution, the proportionate special benefit derived
by each parcel within the District and its corresponding assessment obligation shall be determined
in relationship to the entirety of the capital cost of a public improvement or the maintenance and
operation expenses of a public improvement.
The benefit formula applied to parcels within this District is based on the preceding EBU discussion
and table. Each parcel's EBU correlates the parcel’s special benefit received as compared to the
other parcels benefiting from the District improvements.
The following formula is used to calculate each parcel’s proportional benefit:
Property Type EBU x (Acreage/Units/Parcel/Lot) = Parcel EBU
An assessment amount per EBU (“Rate”) for the District improvements is established
by taking the total cost of the improvements and dividing that amount by the total number of EBUs for
parcels benefiting from such improvements.
Total Balance to Levy / Total EBUs = Levy per EBU (“Rate”)
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This amount is then applied back to each parcel’s individual EBU to determine each
parcel’s proportionate benefit and assessment obligation.
Rate x Parcel EBU = Parcel Levy Amount
Allocation of Improvement Costs Zone 2, 3, 4 & 5
Calculation of Assessments
An assessment amount per Equivalent Benefit Unit (Assessment per EBU) is calculated by:
Taking the “Total Annual Expenses” (Total budgeted costs) and subtracting the “Total General
Benefit Expenses” (Landscaping General Benefit Expenses and/or Lighting General Benefit
Expenses), to establish the “Total Special Benefit Expenses”;
Total Annual Expenses– General Benefit Expenses = Special Benefit Expenses
To the resulting “Special Benefit Expenses”, various “Funding Adjustments” may be
applied that may include, but are not limited to:
 “Unfunded Reserve Fund Collection”, represents an adjustment (reduction) in the
amount to be collected for “Operational Reserve Funding” that was budgeted as part of the Total
Annual Expenses.
 “Unfunded CIP/Rehabilitation
Funding Collection”, represents an adjustment
(reduction) in the amount to be collected for “CIP & Rehabilitation Reserve Fund Collection” that
was budgeted as part of the Total Annual Expenses.
 “Reserve Fund Transfer/Deduction”, represents an amount of available existing funds from the
“Operational Reserve Fund Balances” being applied to pay a portion of the Special Benefit
Expenses for the fiscal year.
 “Additional City Contribution and/or Service Reductions”, represents a further adjustment
that addresses the funding gap between the amount budgeted to provide the improvements and
services (“Special Benefit Expenses”); and the amount that will be collected through the
assessments. This funding gap may be addressed by an additional City contribution,
reductions in service and service expenses, or a combination of the two.
 “Advance Payment or Other Credit”, represents an adjustment credit, (reduction in the amount
to be collected as “Special Benefit Expenses” for the fiscal year, which is usually the result
of an advance payment by a developer or property owner for maintenance or energy costs that
may have been required by the City or a utility provider prior to the installation and acceptance
of the improvements.
These adjustments to the Special Benefit Expenses result in the net special benefit amount to
be assessed “Balance to Levy”;
Special Benefit Expenses - Funding Adjustments = Balance to Levy
The amount identified as the “Balance to Levy” is divided by the total number of EBUs of parcels
that receive special benefit to establish the Assessment Rate (“Assessment Per EBU”). This
Assessment Rate is then applied back to each parcel’s individual
EBU to calculate the parcel’s proportionate special benefit and assessment amount for the
improvements.
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Balance to Levy / Total EBU = Assessment Per EBU (Assessment Rate) Assessment
Per EBU x Parcel EBU = Parcel Assessment Amount
Note: The maximum assessments outlined in this Report are intended to fully support the expenses
identified as “Special Benefit Expenses”. Consequently, there are no “Funding Adjustments”
reflected in the budgets establishing the maximum assessment rates and the “Balance to Levy” is
equal to the total “Special Benefit Expenses”.
Allocation of Improvement Costs Zone 6
The land use types outlined in the preceding Land Use Classifications are assigned an EBU that
reflects each parcel’s and/or development’s proportional improvement benefit based on the square
footage of the landscape areas on the street, streets, and/or street segments associated with the
property and for which the property receives special benefit. Each parcel’s proportional square
footage for a specific improvement or shared improvement is calculated by:
1. Establish each parcel’s “Street Frontage” associated with the improvements that benefit the
parcel. For most properties, this Street Frontage is the parcel’s linear street frontage on the
street where the improvement(s) that benefit the property are located (corner properties may
have street frontage on more than one side, which may be calculated separately if the
improvements on each street are shared with different properties).
For properties/developments comprised of multiple parcels (some parcels within a development
or future development area may not have actual street frontage), the total street frontage for
the overall property/development is proportionately allocated to each parcel within that
development or future development area utilizing the proportional acreage of each parcel within
the development. (Proportional residential units may be used for a Condominium
Property/Development if the number of units is known for each parcel).
Parcel Acreage / Development Acreage = Proportional Acreage (for each parcel)
Proportional Acreage x Development Street Frontage =
Parcel’s Assigned Street Frontage
2. Calculate each parcel’s proportional “Benefit Frontage”.
For parcels identified as “Developed” or “Approved” land use classifications, the parcel’s
calculated Street Frontage is applied as the parcel’s “Benefit Frontage”.
Assigned Street Frontage = Benefit Frontage
For parcels/properties identified as “Undeveloped” (Vacant Land) and “Planned”
parcels/properties (those that are still Vacant Land), it is recognized that the proportional special
benefits associated with such property is typically less than that of developed properties
because the property is undeveloped. In addition to the special benefits associated with each
property because of proximity to the improvements, developed properties (both “Developed” or
“Approved”) also receive the added and immediate benefits associated with the daily utilization
of the improvements afforded to the employees, residents, visitors, and patrons of those
properties. Therefore, “Undeveloped” properties and “Planned” development properties (those
not being treated as a Special Case) are assigned a “Benefit Frontage” that is ½ or 50% of the
parcel’s calculated Street Frontage.
Assigned Street Frontage x 50% = Benefit Frontage
3. Establish the average square feet of improvement area for each linear foot of Benefit Frontage.
The overall “Improvement Square Feet” (applicable improvement area square footage) of the
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improvement area that benefits the parcels in the Zone is divided by the sum total of the Benefit
Frontage of all the parcels that benefit from the improvements (“Total Benefit Frontage”) to
establish a ratio of “Improvement Square Feet per Benefit Front Foot”.
Improvement Square Feet / Total Benefit Frontage = Improvement Square Feet
per Front Foot
4. This ratio of Improvement Square Feet to Benefit Frontage (“Improvement Square Feet per
Benefit Front Foot”) is then multiplied by each parcel’s calculated “Benefit Frontage” to establish
the parcel’s proportional EBU or Proportional Improvement Square Footage.
Improvement Square Feet per Benefit Front Foot x Parcel’s Benefit Frontage =
Parcel’s EBU
As previously noted, for the proposed formation of District 2024-1 and the concurrent annexation
into the Consolidated District as Zone 6, parcel 067-040-29 comprises the entire District/Zone.
Therefore, the District/Zone’s total Assigned Street Frontage and Benefit Frontage is represented
by the street frontage of parcel 067-040-29 which is approximately 880 linear feet (200 feet on N
Norma Street, 625 feet on Mojave View Avenue, and 55 feet at the corner return). With a total
landscape square footage of 4,550 square feet, the Improvement Square Feet per Front Foot is
5.1705 (4,550 square feet / 880 linear feet = 5.1705 Improvement Square Feet per Front Foot).
This 5.1705 Improvement Square Feet per Front Foot multiplied by the Benefit Frontage (front
footage) for parcel 067-040-29 (880 linear feet) equals the parcel’s EBU of 4,550. (880 linear feet
x 5.1705 Improvement Square Feet per Front Foot = 4,550 EBU)

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Assessment Range Formula
Any new or increased assessment requires certain noticing and meeting requirements by law. The
Brown Act defines the terms "new or increased assessment" to exclude certain conditions. These
certain conditions included "any assessment that does not exceed an assessment formula or range
of assessments previously adopted by the agency or approved by the voters in the area where the
assessment is imposed."
Recognizing that the cost of maintaining the improvements will likely increase over time due to
inflation, the assessments (initial maximum assessment rate established for Zone 1 in fiscal year
2012/2013, for Zone 1B & 1C in fiscal year 2016/2017, for Zones 2 & 3 in fiscal year 2018/2019,
for Zone 4 in fiscal year 2019/2020, f o r Zone 5 in fiscal year 2017/2018), and for Zone 6 in
fiscal year 2026/2027 established a fixed 3.5% annual inflationary adjustment (Assessment Range
Formula). This 3.5% annual adjustment provides for reasonable increases and inflationary
adjustment to the initial maximum assessment rate approved by the property owners as part of the
protest ballot proceeding conducted in connection with the formation of this District.
The adoption of the maximum assessment rate and the Assessment Range Formula described
herein does not mean that the annual assessments will necessarily increase each year, nor does
it absolutely restrict the assessments to the adjustment amount. Although the maximum
assessment amount that may be levied shall be adjusted (inflated) by 3.5% each year, the actual
amount to be assessed will be based on the District’ estimated costs (budget) for that year.
If the calculated assessment is less than the adjusted maximum assessment, then the calculated
assessment may be approved by the City Council for collection. If the calculated assessment
(based on the budget) is greater than the adjusted maximum assessment for that fiscal year,
then the assessment is considered an increased assessment and would require a property owner
approval through a protest ballot proceeding before imposing such an increase. Otherwise, it would
be necessary to reduce the budget or provide a contribution from the City to reduce the amount
to be levied to an amount that can be supported by an assessment rate less than or equal to the
maximum assessment rate authorized for that fiscal year.
The Assessment Range Formula (3.5% annual adjustment) has been applied to the authorized
maximum assessment rate identified in the District’ Budget for all zones, and shall be applied in all
subsequent fiscal years unless the City Council formally suspends its application.

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The following table summarizes historical maximum and applied assessment rates for each zone:
MAXIMUM
ASSESSMENT (per EBU)

APPLIED
ASSESSMENT (per EBU)

ZONE 1
2012/2013 (Base Year)
2013/2014
2014/2015
2015/2016
2016/2017
2017/2018
2018/2019
2019/2020
2020/2021
2021/2022
2022/2023
2023/2024
2024/2025
2025/2026
2026/2027

$265.000
$274.280
$283.880
$293.810
$304.090
$314.740
$325.750
$337.150
$348.954
$361.168
$373.809
$386.892
$400.433
$414.449
$428.954

$0.00
$157.28
$157.28
$293.80
$304.08
$314.73
$324.74
$335.51
$348.95
$361.16
$373.80
$386.89
$400.433
$414.449
$428.95

Zone 1B
2016/2017 (Base Year)
2017/2018
2018/2019
2019/2020
2020/2021
2021/2022
2022/2023
2023/2024
2024/2025
2025/2026
2026/2027

$304.090
$314.740
$325.750
$337.150
$348.954
$361.168
$373.809
$386.892
$400.433
$414.449
$428.954

$181.35
$175.29
$148.48
$154.93
$178.32
$177.20
$188.25
$188.25
$194.17
$207.42
$212.11

Zone 1C
2016/2017 (Base Year)
2017/2018
2018/2019
2019/2020
2020/2021
2021/2022
2022/2023
2023/2024
2024/2025
2025/2026
2026/2027

$304.090
$314.740
$325.750
$337.150
$348.954
$361.168
$373.809
$386.892
$400.433
$414.449
$428.954

$181.35
$89.06
$93.13
$95.92
$94.35
$94.35
$94.35
$94.35
$94.35
$94.35
$94.35

FISCAL YEAR

Zone 2
2017/2018 (Base Year)
2018/2019
2019/2020
2020/2021
2021/2022
2022/2023
2023/2024
2024/2025
2025/2026
2026/2027
2026/2027

$1.170
$1.211
$1.253
$1.297
$1.343
$1.387
$1.439
$1.489
$1.541
$1.595
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$1.16
$1.19
$1.23
$1.29
$1.34
$1.38
$1.38
$1.38
$1.42
$1.45

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Zone 3
2017/2018 (Base Year)
2018/2019
2019/2020
2020/2021
2021/2022
2022/2023
2023/2024
2024/2025
2025/2026
2026/2027

$0.910
$0.942
$0.975
$1.009
$1.044
$1.080
$1.118
$1.158
$1.198
$1.239

$0.90
$0.90
$0.93
$1.00
$1.04
$1.08
$1.118
$1.158
$1.198
$1.220

Zone 4
2019/2020 (Base Year)
2020/2021
2021/2022
2022/2023
2023/2024
2024/2025
2025/2026
2026/2027

$152.000
$157.320
$162.826
$168.524
$174.423
$180.852
$186.847
$193.386

$151.00
$157.32
$156.90
$165.29
$165.29
$165.29
$170.86
$170.86

Zone 5
2019/2020 (Base Year)
2020/2021
2021/2022
2022/2023
2023/2024
2024/2025
2025/2026
2026/2027

$149.000
$154.215
$159.613
$165.199
$170.981
$176.966
$183.160
$189.570

$154.21
$154.21
$158.99
$163.46
$163.46
$163.46
$177.20
$177.20

Zone 6
2024/2025 (Base Year)
2025/2026
2026/2027

$3.9226
$4.0598
$4.2019

$3.9226
$4.0598
$4.0598

Part III — District Budgets
The following budget outlines the estimated costs to maintain the improvements and the
applicable assessment rates for Fiscal Year 2026/2027.

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BUDGET ITEMS

ANNUAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE (DIRECT COSTS)
Annual Maintenance Direct Costs ( LANDSCAPE Total)
Sidewalk Maintenance (Remove and replace rehab/rep.)
Masonry Wall Maintenance (Decorative Cap repair)
Graffiti/Nuisance Abatement
Weed Abetment/mulch (Spray for DG only)
Total Annual Maintenance
Landscape Water (with Ground Water Fees)
Landscape Electricity
Total Annual Landscape Utilities (Water & Electricity)
Street Light Count
Street Lighting Operations, Maintenance and Power
Traffic Signal Operation, Maintenance (Monthly)
Traffic Signal Repair
Traffic Signal Power
Total Annual Lighting (Maintenance & Energy)
Annual Maintenance Direct Costs (Total)
ANNUAL REHABILITATION/REPLACEMENT COLLECTION
Parkway Rehabilitation/Replacements (In ROW)
Slope Rehabilitation/Replacements (Easement)
Landscaping Rehabilitation/Renovation Funding
Tree Rehabilitation/Replacements
Irrigation Rehabilitation/Renovation Funding
Sidewalk Rehabilitation/Replacements
Masonry Wall Rehabilitation/Replacements
Traffic Signal Rehabilitation/Renovation Funding
Annual Rehabilitation/Replacement Funding
Total Annual Maintenance Funding
INCIDENTAL & OTHER ANNUAL FUNDING EXPENSES
CIP Fund collection/(Contribution)
City Administration
Consulting Fees
Sub Total

Proposed
Fiscal Year
2026/2027

Proposed
Fiscal Year
2026/2027

Proposed
Fiscal Year
2026/2027

Proposed
Fiscal Year
2026/2027

Proposed
Proposed
Proposed
Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year
2026/2027 2026/2027 2026/2027

Zone 1

Zone 1B

Zone 1C

Zone 2

Zone 3

Zone 4

Zone 5

Zone 6

TRACT 6740

TRACT 6775

TRACT 6700

Walmart

Around Walmart

TRACT 6908

TRACT 7188

Mojave View

12,155 SF

5,450 SF

0 SF

31,563 SF

22,981 SF

Total
District
Budget

6365 SF

8,133 SF

5,660 SF

$15,431.72
$0.00
$165.00
$200.00
$0.00
$15,796.72
$3,375.00
135.00
$3,510.00

$4,320.80
$0.00
$85.00
$100.00
$0.00
$4,505.80
$1,125.00
45.00
$1,170.00

$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
0.00
$0.00

15,923.91
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$15,923.91
$750.00
0.00
$750.00

$8,957.17
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$8,957.17
$750.00
100.00
$850.00

$800.00
$0.00
$0.00
$175.00
$1,500.00
$2,475.00
$0.00
0.00
$0.00

$800.00
$0.00
$0.00
$140.00
$1,500.00
$2,440.00
$0.00
0.00
$0.00

$11,769.67
$0.00
$0.00
$3.00
$475.00
$12,247.67
$1,100.00
200.00
$1,300.00

$58,003.27
$0.00
$250.00
$618.00
$3,475.00
$62,346.27
$7,100.00
480.00
$7,580.00

23.5
$6,598.80
0.00
0.00
0.00

2.5
$702.00
0.00
0.00
0.00

0
$0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00

16
$3,135.36
3,096.00
1,425.00
540.00

11
$2,155.56
1,032.00
475.00
180.00

11
$2,155.56
0.00
0.00
0.00

12
$2,351.52
0.00
0.00
0.00

$250.00
0.00
0.00
0.00

76
$17,098.80
$4,128.00
$1,900.00
$720.00

$6,598.80

$702.00

$0.00

$8,197.86

$3,843.06

$2,155.56

$2,351.52

$250.00

$23,848.80

$25,905.52

$6,377.80

$0.00

$24,871.77

$13,650.23

$4,630.56

$4,791.52

$13,797.67

$93,775.07

$100.00
50.00
125.00
200.00
50.00
50.00
300.00
0.00
$875.00

$25.00
20.00
25.00
75.00
25.00
25.00
100.00
0.00
$295.00

$0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
$0.00

$0.00
0.00
750.00
600.00
300.00
0.00
0.00
250.00
$1,900.00

$0.00
0.00
550.00
450.00
300.00
0.00
0.00
50.00
$1,350.00

$200.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
75.00
0.00
0.00
$275.00

$150.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
75.00
0.00
0.00
$225.00

$100.00
0.00
561.00
0.00
0.00
75.00
25.00
0.00
$761.00

$575.00
70.00
2,011.00
1,325.00
675.00
300.00
425.00
300.00
$5,681.00

$26,780.52

$6,672.80

$0.00

$26,771.77

$15,000.23

$4,905.56

$5,016.52

$14,558.67

$99,456.07

0.00
2,913.76
-

0.00
831.11
-

0.00
0.00
-

0.00
2,937.22
-

0.00
1,652.18
-

0.00
456.52
-

0.00
450.07
-

0.00
2,259.13
-

0.00
9,240.87
-

$2,913.76

$831.11

$0.00

$2,937.22

$1,652.18

$456.52

$450.07

$2,259.13

$9,240.87

County Administration Fees
Total Annual Incidental Funding Expenses

$13.40
$2,927.16

$3.40
$834.51

$0.20
$0.20

$0.40
$2,937.62

$1.80
$1,653.98

$9.00
$465.52

$8.00
$458.07

$0.20
$2,259.33

$36.20
$9,277.07

Total Annual Expenses

$29,707.69

$7,507.31

$0.20

$29,709.39

$16,654.21

$5,371.08

$5,474.59

$16,818.00

$108,733.14

CONTRIBUTIONS/FUNDING ADJUSTMENTS
Lighing General Benefit Contribution
Landscape General Benefit Contribution
Total Contributions

($52.65)
(951.62)
($1,004.27)

($17.55)
(232.68)
($250.23)

$0.00
0.00
$0.00

($11.25)
(992.69)
($1,003.94)

($12.75)
(549.76)
($562.51)

$0.00
(183.96)
($183.96)

$0.00
(188.12)
($188.12)

($19.50)
(526.45)
($545.95)

($94.20)
(3,625.28)
($3,719.48)

Balance to Levy (O&M, Rehab & Incidentals)

$28,703.42

$7,257.08

$0.20

$28,705.45

$16,091.70

$5,187.12

$5,286.47

$16,272.05

$105,013.66

Balance Available to Collect (O&M, Rehab & Incidentals)
Reserve Fund Collection/(Contribution)
Total Balance to Levy
Balance Available to Collect

$28,739.65

$19,731.90

$2,500.28

$33,743.68

$20,610.08

$7,688.70

$7,088.00

$18,472.09

$36.23

$2,500.00

$2,500.00

$5,000.00

($1,993.47)

$2,500.00

$1,800.00

$2,200.00

$14,542.76

$28,739.65

$9,757.08

$2,500.28

$33,743.68

$20,610.08

$7,688.70

$7,088.00

$18,472.09

$128,599.55

TOTAL

$28,739.65

$9,757.08

$2,500.20

$33,705.45

$20,610.08

$7,687.12

$7,086.47

$18,472.05

$128,558.10

67.00
67.00
67.00

17.00
17.00
46.00

1.00
1.00
26.50

9.00
9.00
16,893.51

45.00
45.00
45.00

40.00
40.00
40.00

1.00
1.00
4,550.00

182.00
182.00
44,939.51

DISTRICT STATISTICS
Total Parcels
Parcels Levied
Total Benefit Units

.

Proposed
Fiscal Year
2026/2027

1.00
2.00
2.00
23,271.50

Levy per EBU (Required)

$428.95

$212.11

$94.35

$1.23

$0.95

$115.27

$132.16

$3.58

Levy per EBU (Applied)
Maximum Assessment Rate per EBU
Change in Assessment Rate from Prior Year

$428.95
$428.954
3.50%

$212.11
$428.954
2.26%

$94.35
$428.954
0.00%

$1.45
$1.595
2.11%

$1.22
$1.240
1.67%

$170.86
$193.386
0.00%

$177.20
$189.570
0.00%

$4.06
$4.202
0.00%

Prior Year Levy per EBU (Applied)
Prior Year Maximum Assessment Rate per EBU
Change in Maximum Rate from Prior Year

$414.45
$414.450
3.50%

$207.42
$414.450
3.50%

$94.35
$414.450
3.50%

$1.42
$1.541
3.50%

$1.200
$1.198
3.50%

$170.86
$186.847
3.50%

$177.20
$183.160
3.50%

$4.06
$4.060
3.50%

RESERVE FUND
Estimated Beginning Reserve Balance - June 30, 2026
Reserve Fund Collection/(Contribution)
Transfer to CIP Fund
Estimated Ending Reserve Balance - June 30, 2027
CIP FUND (not utilized all in reserves)

$24,207.06
36.23
0.00
$24,243.29

$11,887.00
2,500.00
0.00
$14,387.00

$10,969.00
2,500.00
0.00
$13,469.00

$33,772.00
5,000.00
0.00
$38,772.00

($19,084.02)
(1,993.47)
0.00
($21,077.49)

$14,247.25
2,500.00
0.00
$16,747.25

$9,753.62
1,800.00
0.00
$11,553.62

$2,287.00
2,200.00
0.00
$4,487.00

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14,542.76
0.00
$102,581.67

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Part IV — District Diagrams
The following District Diagram identifies the area of land within the District to be designated
as “Consolidated Landscaping and Lighting District No. 2012-1 (Tract Nos. 6740, 6775,
6700, 6908, 7188 and Zone 2, 3, & 6)”’ based on the development and improvement plans
for the District, Kern County Assessor’s Maps, and Kern County Assessor’s property
information as they existed at the time of preparation of this Report. The District includes Kern
County Assessor’s Parcels 510-010-17, 510-010-24; Map Book 510: Page 211, Parcel 1
through 16; Map Book 510: Page 212, Parcel 1 through 22; Page 213, Parcel 1 through 17;
Page 214, Parcel 1 through 12; Page 220, Parcel 1 through 16; Map Book 343: Page 351;
Parcels 01, 02, 03, 06, 07, 08, 34 and 35; Map Book 509: Page 020; Parcel 21, 22 and 46;
Map Book 456: Page 351; Parcel 1 through 7, Page 352; Parcel 1 through 10, Page 361;
Parcel 1 through 11, Page 362; Parcel 1 through 17; Map Book 453: Page 281; Parcel 1
through 8; Page 282; Parcel 1 through 5; Page 291; Parcel 1 through 3; Page 292; Parcel
1 through 5; Page 293; Parcel 1 through 5; Page 301; Parcel 1 through 9 and Page 302;
Parcel 1 through 5; and Map Book 067: Page 040; Parcel 29.

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Image taken from establishing Engineer’s report; courtesy of Willdan Financial

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Image taken from establishing Engineer’s report; courtesy of Willdan Financial with City Staff notations.

Traffic Signal

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Wrong Location

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Not a part of District

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Part V — Assessment Roll
Parcel identification, for each lot or parcel within the District, shall be the parcel as
shown on the Kern County Assessor's map for the year in which this Report is
prepared.
Non-assessable lots or parcels may include areas of public streets and other
roadways (typically not assigned an APN by the County); dedicated public
easements, open space areas and rights-of-ways including public greenbelts and
parkways; utility rights-of-ways; common areas; landlocked parcels, small parcels
vacated by the County, bifurcated lots, and any other property that cannot be
developed. These types of parcels are considered to receive little or no benefit
from the improvements and are therefore exempted from assessment. Properties
outside the District’ boundary receive no direct or special benefits from the
improvements provided by the District and are not assessed.
Parcel identification, for each lot or parcel within the District, shall be the parcel as
shown on the Kern County Assessor's map for the year in which this Report is
prepared. The land use classification for each parcel is based on the Kern County
Assessor’s Roll. A listing of parcels assessed within the District, along with the
proposed assessment amounts, shall be submitted to the City Clerk, under a separate
cover, and by reference is made part of this Report.
Approval of this Report (as submitted or as modified) confirms the method of
apportionment and the maximum assessment rate to be levied against each eligible
parcel and thereby constitutes the approved levy and collection of assessments
for the fiscal year. The parcels and the amount of assessment to be levied shall be
submitted to the County Auditor/Controller and included on the property tax roll
for the fiscal year.
If any parcel submitted for collection is identified by the County Auditor/Controller to
be an invalid parcel number for the current fiscal year, a corrected parcel number
and/or new parcel numbers will be identified and resubmitted to the County
Auditor/Controller. The assessment amount to be levied and collected for the
resubmitted parcel or parcels shall be based on the method of apportionment and
assessment rate approved in this Report. Therefore, if a single parcel has changed to
multiple parcels, the assessment amount applied to each of the new parcels shall
be recalculated and applied according to the approved method of apportionment
and assessment rate rather than a proportionate share of the original assessment.

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City of Ridgecrest
Landscape and Lighting District No. 2012-1
Fiscal Year 2026/2027 Preliminary Assessment Roll
(Sorted by Zone)

2026/2027

FUND

APN

SITUS ADDRESS

ZONE

BENEFIT
UNITS

CHARGE

MAXIMUM
ASSESSMENT

20458

510-211-01-00-9

101 Rainshadow Ct.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-211-02-00-2

105 Rainshadow Ct.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-211-03-00-5

109 Rainshadow Ct.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-211-04-00-8

113 Rainshadow Ct.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-211-05-00-1

117 Rainshadow Ct.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-211-06-00-4

121 Rainshadow Ct.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-211-07-00-7

125 Rainshadow Ct.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-211-08-00-0

129 Rainshadow Ct.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-211-09-00-3

128 Salt River Dr.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-211-10-00-5

124 Salt River Dr.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-211-11-00-8

120 Salt River Dr.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-211-12-00-1

116 Salt River Dr.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-211-13-00-4

112 Salt River Dr.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-211-14-00-7

108 Salt River Dr.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-211-15-00-0

104 Salt River Dr.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-211-16-00-3

100 Salt River Dr.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-212-01-00-6

101 Salt River Dr.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-212-02-00-9

105 Salt River Dr.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-212-03-00-2

109 Salt River Dr.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-212-04-00-5

113 Salt River Dr.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-212-05-00-8

117 Salt River Dr.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-212-06-00-1

121 Salt River Dr.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-212-07-00-4

125 Salt River Dr.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-212-08-00-7

129 Salt River Dr.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-212-09-00-0

124 Majestic Sky Ct.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-212-10-00-2

120 Majestic Sky Ct.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-212-11-00-5

116 Majestic Sky Ct.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-212-12-00-8

112 Majestic Sky Ct.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-212-13-00-1

108 Majestic Sky Ct.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-212-14-00-4

104 Majestic Sky Ct.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-212-15-00-7

100 Majestic Sky Ct.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-212-16-00-0

101 Majestic Sky Ct.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-212-17-00-3

105 Majestic Sky Ct.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-212-18-00-6

109 Majestic Sky Ct.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-212-19-00-9

113 Majestic Sky Ct.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-212-20-00-1

117 Majestic Sky Ct.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-212-21-00-4

121 Majestic Sky Ct.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-212-22-00-7

125 Majestic Sky Ct.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-213-01-00-0

201 Rainshadow Ct.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-213-02-00-6

205 Rainshadow Ct.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-213-03-00-9

209 Rainshadow Ct.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-213-04-00-2

213 Rainshadow Ct.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-213-05-00-5

217 Rainshadow Ct.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-213-06-00-8

221 Rainshadow Ct.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-213-07-00-1

225 Rainshadow Ct.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-213-08-00-4

2000 Del Rosa St.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

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FUND

APN

SITUS ADDRESS

ZONE

BENEFIT
UNITS

CHARGE

MAXIMUM
ASSESSMENT

20458

510-213-09-00-7

2004 Del Rosa St.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-213-10-00-9

2008 Del Rosa St.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-213-11-00-2

2012 Del Rosa St.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-213-12-00-5

2016 Del Rosa St.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-213-13-00-8

216 Salt River Dr.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-213-14-00-1

212 Salt River Dr.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-213-15-00-4

208 Salt River Dr.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-213-16-00-7

204 Salt River Dr.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-213-17-00-0

200 Salt River Dr.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-214-01-00-0

201 Salt River Dr.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-214-02-00-3

205 Salt River Dr.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-214-03-00-6

209 Salt River Dr.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-214-04-00-9

213 Salt River Dr.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-214-05-00-2

2024 Del Rosa St.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-214-06-00-5

2028 Del Rosa St.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-214-07-00-8

2032 Del Rosa St.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-214-08-00-1

2036 Del Rosa St.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-214-09-00-4

2037 Wild Thorn Dr.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-214-10-00-6

2031 Wild Thorn Dr.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-214-11-00-9

2025 Wild Thorn Dr.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20458

510-214-12-00-2

2019 Wild Thorn Dr.

Original Zone

1.00

$428.95

$428.95

20465

510-010-24-00-1

No Situs Available

01B

30.00

$6,363.30

20465

510-220-01-00-5

100 Rainshadow Ct.

01B

1.00

20465

510-220-02-00-8

104 Rainshadow Ct.

01B

1.00

$212.11
$212.11

$12,868.50
$428.95
$428.95

20465

510-220-03-00-1

108 Rainshadow Ct.

01B

1.00

20465

510-220-04-00-4

112 Rainshadow Ct.

01B

1.00

$212.11

$428.95

20465

510-220-05-00-7

116 Rainshadow Ct.

01B

1.00

$212.11

$428.95

20465

510-220-06-00-0

120 Rainshadow Ct.

01B

1.00

$212.11

$428.95

20465

510-220-07-00-3

124 Rainshadow Ct.

01B

1.00

$212.11

$428.95

20465

510-220-08-00-6

128 Rainshadow Ct.

01B

1.00

$212.11

$428.95

20465

510-220-09-00-9

132 Rainshadow Ct.

01B

1.00

$212.11

$428.95

1.00

$212.11

$428.95

1.00

$212.11

$428.95
$428.95

20465
20465

2026/2027

$428.95

$212.11

510-220-10-00-1
510-220-11-00-4

136 Rainshadow Ct.
140 Rainshadow Ct.

01B
01B

20465

510-220-12-00-7

144 Rainshadow Ct.

01B

1.00

$212.11

20465

510-220-13-00-0

148 Rainshadow Ct.

01B

1.00

$212.11

$428.95

20465

510-220-14-00-3

152 Rainshadow Ct.

01B

1.00

$212.11

$428.95

20465

510-220-15-00-6

156 Rainshadow Ct.

01B

1.00

$212.11

$428.95

20465

510-220-16-00-9

160 Rainshadow Ct.

01B

1.00

$212.11

$428.95

20467

510-010-17-00-1

No Situs Available

01C

26.50

$2,500.28

$11,367.28

20468

343-351-42-00-1

Bowman Rd

2

13,117.41

$19,020.25

$20,922.27

20468

343-351-43-00-4

2

10,0154.09

$14,723.43

$16,195.77

20470

343-351-01-00-2

3

1540.7925

$939.88

$1,910.58

20470

343-351-02-00-5

3

1540.7925

$939.88

$1,910.58

20470

343-351-03-00-8

Bowman Rd
No Situs Available (Council
Removed Capin 25/26 and
Initiated 50% of Assessment
in 26/27)
No Situs Available (Council
Removed Capin 25/26 and
Initiated 50% of Assessment
in 26/27)
No Situs Available (Council
Removed Capin 25/26 and
Initiated 50% of Assessment
in 26/27)

3

2,257.7037

$1,377.20

$2,799.55

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ZONE

BENEFIT
UNITS

CHARGE

MAXIMUM
ASSESSMENT

3

1,550.2962

$945.67

$1,922.37

3

1,556.1410

$949.25

$1,929.62

3

2,230.5685

$1,360.65

$2,765.91

3

1687.8648

$2,059.20

$2,092.96

3

4374.8017

$5,337.26

$5,424.76

No Situs Available

3

154.5444

$188.54

$191.64

456-351-01-00-5

1041 Ocean Ave.

4

1.00

20471

456-351-02-00-8

1037 Ocean Ave

4

1.00

$170.86
$170.86

$193.39
$193.39

20471

456-351-03-00-1

1033 Ocean Ave.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

20471

456-351-04-00-4

1029 Ocean Ave.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

1.00

$170.86

$193.39
$193.39

FUND

APN

20470

343-351-06-00-7

20470

343-351-07-00-0

20470

343-351-08-00-3

20470

509-020-21-00-5

No Situs Available (Council
Removed Capin 25/26 and
Initiated 50% of Assessment
in 26/27)
No Situs Available (Council
Removed Capin 25/26 and
Initiated 50% of Assessment
in 26/27)
No Situs Available (Council
Removed Capin 25/26 and
Initiated 50% of Assessment
in 26/27)
901 S. China Lake Blvd.

20470

509-020-22-00-8

911 S. China Lake Blvd.

20470

509-020-46-00-8

20471

20471

1025 Ocean Ave.

4

20471

456-351-06-00-0

1021 Ocean Ave.

4

1.00

$170.86

20471

456-351-07-00-3

1017 Ocean Ave.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

20471

456-352-01-00-2

850 Harriet St.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

20471

456-352-02-00-5

846 Harriet St.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

20471

456-352-03-00-8

1010 Ocean Ave.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

20471

456-352-04-00-1

1014 Ocean Ave.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

1.00

$170.86

$193.39
$193.39

20471

456-352-05-00-4

1018 Ocean Ave.

4

20471

456-352-06-00-7

1022 Ocean Ave.

4

1.00

$170.86

20471

456-352-07-00-0

1026 Ocean Ave.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

20471

456-352-08-00-3

1030 Ocean Ave.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

20471

456-352-09-00-6

1034 Ocean Ave.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

20471

456-352-10-00-8

1038 Ocean Ave.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

20471

456-361-01-00-8

801 Paradise Dr.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

20471

456-361-02-00-1

805 Paradise Dr.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

1.00

$170.86

$193.39
$193.39

20471
20471

456-361-03-00-4
456-361-04-00-7

809 Paradise Dr.
813 Paradise Dr.

4
4

20471

456-361-05-00-0

817 Paradise Dr.

4

1.00

$170.86

20471

456-361-06-00-3

821 Paradise Dr.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

20471

456-361-07-00-6

825 Paradise Dr.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

20471

456-361-08-00-9

1057 Ocean Ave.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

20471

456-361-09-00-2

1053 Ocean Ave.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

20471

456-361-10-00-4

1049 Ocean Ave.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

20471

456-361-11-00-7

1045 Ocean Ave.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

1.00

$170.86

$193.39
$193.39

20471

456-362-01-00-5

1042 Ocean Ave.

4

20471

456-362-02-00-8

1046 Ocean Ave.

4

1.00

$170.86

20471

456-362-03-00-1

1050 Ocean Ave.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

20471

456-362-04-00-4

816 Paradise Dr.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

20471

456-362-05-00-7

812 Paradise Dr.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

20471

456-362-06-00-0

808 Paradise Dr.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

20471

456-362-07-00-3

804 Paradise Dr.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

1.00

$170.86

$193.39
$193.39

20471

2026/2027

456-351-05-00-7

SITUS ADDRESS

456-362-08-00-6

800 Paradise Dr.

4

20471

456-362-09-00-9

801 Beach Ct.

4

1.00

$170.86

20471

456-362-10-00-1

807 Beach Ct.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

20471

456-362-11-00-4

813 Beach Ct.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

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FUND

APN

SITUS ADDRESS

ZONE

BENEFIT
UNITS

CHARGE

MAXIMUM
ASSESSMENT

20471

456-362-12-00-7

819 Beach Ct.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

20471

456-362-13-00-0

821 Beach Ct.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

20471

456-362-14-00-3

818 Beach Ct.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

20471

456-362-15-00-6

812 Beach Ct.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

20471

456-362-16-00-9

806 Beach Ct.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39

20471

456-362-17-00-2

800 Beach Ct.

4

1.00

$170.86

$193.39
$189.57

20472

453-281-01-00-4

1235 San Michele Pl.

5

1.00

20472

453-281-02-00-7

1241 San Michele Pl.

5

1.00

$177.20
$177.20

20472

453-281-03-00-0

1130 Marabella Dr.

5

1.00

$177.20

$189.57

20472

453-281-04-00-3

1124 Marabella Dr.

5

1.00

$177.20

20472

453-281-05-00-6

1118 Marabella Dr.

5

1.00

$177.20

$189.57
$189.57

20472

453-281-06-00-9

1112 Marabella Dr.

5

1.00

$177.20

$189.57

20472

453-281-07-00-2

1106 Marabella Dr.

5

1.00

$177.20

$189.57

20472

453-281-08-00-5

1100 Marabella Dr.

5

1.00

$177.20

$189.57

20472

453-282-01-00-1

1125 Marabella Dr.

5

1.00

$177.20

$189.57

1.00

$177.20

$189.57
$189.57

20472

453-282-02-00-4

1119 Marabella Dr.

5

20472

453-282-03-00-7

1113 Marabella Dr.

5

1.00

$177.20

20472

453-282-04-00-0

1107 Marabella Dr.

5

1.00

$177.20

$189.57

20472

453-282-05-00-3

1101 Marabella Dr.

5

1.00

$177.20

$189.57

20472

453-291-01-00-7

1219 San Michele Pl.

5

1.00

$177.20

$189.57

20472

453-291-02-00-0

1225 San Michele Pl.

5

1.00

$177.20

$189.57

20472

453-291-03-00-3

1229 San Michele Pl.

5

1.00

$177.20

$189.57

20472

453-292-01-00-4

1124 Terra Bella Pl.

5

1.00

$177.20

$189.57

1.00

$177.20

$189.57
$189.57

20472

453-292-02-00-7

1118 Terra Bella Pl.

5

20472

453-292-03-00-0

1112 Terra Bella Pl.

5

1.00

$177.20

20472

453-292-04-00-3

1106 Terra Bella Pl.

5

1.00

$177.20

$189.57

20472

453-292-05-00-6

1100 Terra Bella Pl.

5

1.00

$177.20

$189.57

20472

453-293-01-00-1

1125 Terra Bella Pl.

5

1.00

$177.20

$189.57

20472

453-293-02-00-4

1119 Terra Bella Pl.

5

1.00

$177.20

$189.57

20472

453-293-03-00-7

1113 Terra Bella Pl.

5

1.00

$177.20

$189.57

20472

453-293-04-00-0

1107 Terra Bella Pl.

5

1.00

$177.20

$189.57

1.00

$177.20

$189.57

1.00

$177.20

$189.57
$189.57

20472
20472

453-293-05-00-3
453-301-01-00-9

1101 Terra Bella Pl.
1213 San Michele Pl.

5
5

20472

453-301-02-00-2

1207 San Michelle Pl.

5

1.00

$177.20

20472

453-301-03-00-5

1201 San Michele Pl.

5

1.00

$177.20

$189.57

20472

453-301-04-00-8

1129 Via Flore Wy.

5

1.00

$177.20

$189.57

20472

453-301-05-00-1

1125 Via Flore Wy.

5

1.00

$177.20

$189.57

20472

453-301-06-00-4

1119 Via Flore Wy.

5

1.00

$177.20

$189.57

20472

453-301-07-00-7

1113 Via Flore Wy.

5

1.00

$177.20

$189.57

1.00

$177.20

$189.57
$189.57

20472

453-301-08-00-0

1107 Via Flore Wy.

5

20472

453-301-09-00-3

1101 Via Flore Wy.

5

1.00

$177.20

20472

453-302-01-00-6

1124 Via Flore Wy.

5

1.00

$177.20

$189.57

20472

453-302-02-00-9

1118 Via Flore Wy.

5

1.00

$177.20

$189.57

20472

453-302-03-00-2

1112 Via Flore Wy.

5

1.00

$177.20

$189.57

20472

453-302-04-00-5

1106 Via Flore Wy.

5

1.00

$177.20

$189.57

20472

453-302-05-00-8

1100 Via Flore Wy.

5

1.00

$177.20

$189.57

20481

067-040-29-00-4

400 Mojave View Dr.

6

4550.00

$18,473.00

$19,119.10

44,939.51

$ 122,087.90

$ 153,309.09

Totals

2026/2027

$189.57

Parcel Count Total

182

Parcel Count Levied

182

City of Ridgecrest
Consolidated Engineer’s Report

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Reserve Fund Contributions:

2026/2027

Reserve Fund
Target

Zone

Reserve Contribution

Reserve Fund Est.
Balance 6/30/26

General Fund
Contribution

1A

$36.23

$24,207.60

$0.00

1B

$0.00

11,887.00

$0.00

$35,000

1C

$0.00

$10,969.00

$0.00

$35,000

2

$0.00

$33,772.00

$0.00

$50,000

3

$0.00

($19,084.02)

$1,993.47

$50,000

4

$0.00

$14,247.25

$0.00

$35,000

5

$0.00

$9,753.62

$0.00

$35,000

6

$0.00

$2,287.00

$0.00

$50,000

City of Ridgecrest
Consolidated Engineer’s Report

$35,000

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Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

STAFF REPORT

SUBJECT: A Resolution Regarding The Annual Assessments For The Drainage Benefit
Assessment District No. 2016-1 (The “District”); And Adoption Of The Resolution (1) Approving
The Annual Engineer’s Report And (2) Ordering The Levy And Collection Of Assessments For
Fiscal Year 2026/2027
PRESENTED BY: Travis Reed, City Manager
SUMMARY: At the May 6th, 2026 City Council Meeting, the City Council adopted a resolution
initiating the annual proceedings and directing staff to prepare the Annual Engineer’s Levy
Report. At the June 17th, 2026 City Council Meeting, (previous Item) the City Council adopted
a resolution and held a public hearing to discuss and revise, if necessary, the annual Engineers
Report. Said Resolution declared the intention of the Council to levy the annual assessments
and conduct a public hearing for all interested parties.
The formation of Drainage Benefit Assessment District No. 2016-1 was established in 2016
pursuant to the provisions of the Benefit Assessment Act of 1982, being Chapter 6.4 of the
California Government Code, commencing with Section 54703. The City of Ridgecrest is
perpetuating the District to continue a dedicated revenue source to fund the expenses related
to the special benefit to properties in the District to pay for the ongoing maintenance, operation
and servicing of the local drainage improvements established in connection with development
of the properties within the residential subdivisions known as a portion of Tract No. 6740, all of
Tentative Tract No. 6700 and all of Tract No. 6775 which are generally located on the west side
of College Heights Boulevard, just North of Kendall Avenue and South of Springer Ave.
The district includes a portion of Tract 6740 with fifty-three (53), Tract 6775 with seventy-six (76)
and TTM 6700 with fifty-three (53) single-family residential properties, associated public
drainage easements drainage basin as identified on the approved tract maps for Tract No. 6740,
TTM 6700 and Tract No. 6775.
Tonight, staff recommends that the City Council approve the Resolution approving the Annual
Engineers Report and Order the levy and collection of assessments on the County tax rolls for
fiscal year 2026/2027 as described in the report.
The deadline for submission to the County Tax rolls is August 10th, 2026 with this resolution
attached there to.
FISCAL IMPACT: The total annual levy for maintenance costs to the district is $11,530.00.
Annual maintenance costs are funded through the assessments placed on the property tax bills.
ACTION REQUESTED: Adopt the resolution approving the Engineer’s Report and ordering the
levy of assessments for fiscal year 2026/2027.
CITY MANAGER / EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR RECOMMENDATION: Action as requested
Submitted by:

Travis Reed

Action Date: June 17, 2026

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RESOLUTION NO. 26-__

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIDGECREST
APPROVING THE ANNUAL ENGINEER’S REPORT AND ORDERING THE
LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS WITHIN THE CITY OF
RIDGECREST DRAINAGE BENEFIT ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2016-1,
FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026/2027, PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE
BENEFIT ASSESSMENT ACT OF 1982
WHEREAS, The City Council of the City of Ridgecrest (hereafter referred to as the
“City Council”) has, by previous Resolutions declared its intention to levy assessments for
the City of Ridgecrest Drainage Benefit Assessment District No. 2016-1 (hereinafter
referred to as the “District”); and,
WHEREAS, Staff as directed by the City Council has prepared and filed with the City
Clerk, and the City Clerk has presented to the City Council an Engineer’s Annual Levy Report
(hereafter referred to as the “Engineer’s Report”) that describes the assessments against the
parcels of land within the Assessment District for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2026 and
ending June 30, 2027 to pay for the maintenance, operation and servicing of improvements
and facilities related thereto; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council has carefully examined and reviewed the Engineer’s
Report as previously presented, and is satisfied with the items and documents as set forth
therein, and finds that the levy of assessments has been spread in accordance with the
special benefits received from the improvements, operation, maintenance and services to
be performed, as set forth in said the Engineer’s Report; and,
WHEREAS, The City Council and its legal counsel have reviewed Proposition 218 and
found that these assessments comply with applicable provisions of Article XIIID of the
California State Constitution; and,
WHEREAS, The City Council desires to levy and collect assessments against parcels
of land within Assessment District for the Fiscal Year commencing July 1, 2026 and ending
June 30, 2027, to pay the costs and expenses of operating, maintaining and servicing the
improvements and appurtenant facilities located within the District.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, DETERMINED, AND ORDERED BY THE CITY
COUNCIL FOR THE DISTRICT, AS FOLLOWS:
1. The above recitals are true and correct.
2. Following notice duly given, the City Council has held a full and fair public hearing
regarding the Drainage Benefit Assessment District No. 2016-1, the levy and collection
of assessments, and has considered all public testimony and written statements,
protests and communications made or filed by interested persons.
3. The City Council finds the record owners of property within the District previously approved
the continued levy and collections of assessments through property owner balloting
proceedings, and that the proposed assessment for Fiscal Year 2026/2027 is consistent
with the assessment so approved.

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4. Based upon its review of the facts presented and the Engineer’s Report that has been
filed with the City Clerk, the City Council hereby finds and determines that:
4a)

The land within the District will receive special benefit from the operation,
maintenance and servicing of the improvements to be provided by the District as
described in the Engineer’s Report.

4b)

The District as defined by the Assessment Diagram contained in the Engineer’s
Report, includes all of the lands receiving such special benefit.

4c)

The net amount to be assessed upon the lands within the District is in accordance
and apportioned by a formula and method which fairly distributes the net amount
among eligible parcels in proportion to the special benefit to be received by each
parcel from the improvements and services for the fiscal year commencing July 1,
2026 and ending June 30, 2027.

5. The Engineer’s Report and assessment as presented to the City Council and on file in the
office of the City Clerk comply with the applicable provisions of the California State
Constitution Article XIIID and are hereby confirmed as filed.
6. Pursuant to applicable law, City staff or their designee is hereby authorized and directed
to file the levy of assessments for fiscal year 2026/2027 as approved herein with the
Kern County Auditor/Controller along with a certified copy of this Resolution; and/or as
may be required by the County Auditor/Controller or County Assessor, copies of the
Engineer’s Report or Assessment Diagram confirmed by this Resolution.
7. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution, and the
minutes of this meeting shall so reflect the City Council’s approval of the formation of the
District; the confirmation of the Assessment Diagram; and the establishment of the
maximum assessment rates, assessment range formula, and the assessments for Fiscal
Year 2026/2027 as outlined in the Engineer’s Report and approved in these
proceedings.
8. The maintenance, operation and servicing of the improvements shall be performed
pursuant to the provisions of the Benefit Assessment Act of 1982, Title 5, Division 2, Part 1,
Chapter 6.4 of the Government Code of the State of California Commencing with section
54703 (hereafter referred to as the "Act"). The City Council hereby orders the
improvements to be made, which improvements are briefly described as the operation,
maintenance, servicing and administration of the improvements, and incidental expenses
related thereto for the District located within the boundary of the City of Ridgecrest, and the
jurisdiction of the City Council. A more detailed description of the improvements is
contained within the Report, but the improvements and facilities can be classified within the
following general categories:

Installation, construction or maintenance of any authorized improvements under Act,
including, but not limited to, drainage improvements and any facilities which are
appurtenant to any of the aforementioned or which are necessary or convenient for the
maintenance or servicing thereof.

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RESOLUTION NO. 26-__

9. The County Auditor of Kern County shall enter on the County Assessment Roll opposite
each eligible parcel of land the amount of levy, and such levies shall be collected at the
same time and in the same manner as the County taxes are collected, pursuant to the
provisions provided in the Act. After collection by the County, the net amount of the levy
shall be paid to the Treasurer of the City of Ridgecrest.
10. The City Treasurer shall deposit all money representing assessments collected by the
County for the District to the credit of a fund for the City of Ridgecrest Drainage Benefit
Assessment District No. 2016-1, and such money shall be expended only for the
maintenance, operation and servicing of the improvements as described in section 5.
11. A copy of the levy shall be filed in the office of the City Clerk and open for public inspection

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Ridgecrest City
Council, held on this 17th day of June, 2026.

____________________________________
Travis Endicott, Mayor
City of Ridgecrest, California

STATE OF CALIFORNIA)
COUNTY OF KERN) ss
CITY OF RIDGECREST)
I, Ricca Charlon, City Clerk of the City of Ridgecrest, County of Kern, State of California do
hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was adopted by the City Council of said City of
Ridgecrest at a regular meeting of said council held on the 17th day of June, 2026 by the
following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAINED:
_________________________________
Ricca Charlon, City Clerk
City of Ridgecrest, California

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Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

STAFF REPORT

SUBJECT: A Resolution Regarding The Annual Assessments For The Consolidated
Landscaping And Lighting District No. 2012-1 (The “District”); And Adoption Of The Resolution
(1) Approving The Annual Engineer’s Report And (2) Ordering The Levy And Collection Of
Assessments For Fiscal Year 2026/2027
PRESENTED BY: Travis Reed, City Manager
SUMMARY:
At the May 6th, 2026 City Council Meeting, the City Council adopted a resolution initiating the
annual proceedings and directing staff to prepare the annual Engineer’s Levy Report. At the
June 17th, 2026 City Council Meeting, previous to this item, the City Council adopted a resolution
and held a public hearing to discuss and revise, if necessary, the annual Engineer’s Report.
Said Resolution declared the intention of the Council to levy the annual assessments and
conduct a public hearing for all interested parties. The formation of the Consolidated
Landscaping and Lighting District No. 2012-1 was established in 2012 and subsequently have
had future annexations to the District pursuant to the provisions of the Landscaping and Lighting
Act of 1972 and the California Constitution Article XIIID, (Proposition 218).
Per the 1972 Act and the Prop 218, annual engineering reports of cost are prepared and a public
hearing is required.
The City of Ridgecrest is perpetuating the District to continue a dedicated revenue source to
fund the expenses related to the special benefit to properties in the District to pay for the ongoing
maintenance, operation and servicing of the local streetscape, landscaping and street lighting
improvements established in connection with development of the properties within the
boundaries of the District.
Tonight, staff recommends that the City Council: (1) Council approve the Resolution approving
the Annual Engineers Report. (2) Order the levy and collection of assessments on the County
tax rolls for fiscal year 2026/2027 as described in the report.
The deadline for submission to the County Tax rolls is August 10th, 2026.
FISCAL IMPACT: The total annual maintenance cost to the District is $122,087.90. Annual
maintenance costs are funded through the assessments placed on the property tax bills.
ACTION REQUESTED:
(1) Adopt a Resolution approving the Annual Engineer’s Levy Report.
(2) Adopt a resolution ordering the levy of assessments for fiscal year 2026/2027.
CITY MANAGER / EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR RECOMMENDATION: Action as requested
Submitted by: Travis Reed

Action Date: June 17th, 2026

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RESOLUTION 26-__

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIDGECREST,
CALIFORNIA ORDERING THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF
ASSESSMENTS WITHIN THE CONSOLIDATED LANDSCAPING AND
LIGHTING DISTRICT NO. 2012-1, FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026/2027
WHEREAS, The City Council of the City of Ridgecrest, California (hereafter referred
to as “City Council”) has, by previous Resolutions initiated proceedings and declared its
intention to levy special benefit assessments against parcels of land within the Consolidated
Landscaping and Lighting District No. 2012-1, (hereafter referred to as the “District”) for the fiscal
year commencing July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027; pursuant to the provisions of the
Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, Part 2 of Division 15 of the California Streets and
Highways Code, commencing with Section 22500 (hereinafter referred to as the "Act") to pay
the costs and expenses of operating, maintaining and servicing of the improvements located
within the District; and,
WHEREAS, City Staff as directed by the City Council has prepared and filed with the
City Clerk, and the City Clerk has presented to the City Council the Engineer’s Annual Levy
Report (hereafter referred to as the “Report”) in connection with the proposed levy and collection
of special benefit assessments upon eligible parcels of land within the District, and the City
Council did by previous Resolution approve such Report; and,
WHEREAS, The City Council desires to levy and collect assessments against parcels of
land within the District for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027,
to pay the costs and expenses of operating, maintaining and servicing the improvements and
appurtenant facilities located within the District; and,
WHEREAS, The City Council has previously conducted a property owner protest
ballot proceeding at the time the District was formed to establish the maximum assessment
authorized for the District and the proposed assessments to be levied for Fiscal Year
2026/2027 as described in the Report are less than or equal to that authorized maximum
assessment, and therefore comply with the approval provisions of the California State
Constitution Article XIIID.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, DETERMINED, AND ORDERED BY THE CITY
COUNCIL FOR THE DISTRICT, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1

The above recitals are true and correct.

Section 2

Following notice duly given, the City Council has held a full and fair Public Hearing
regarding its Resolution approving or amending the Report prepared in
connection with the levy and collection of assessments, and has considered the
oral and written statements, protests and communications made or filed by
interested persons. The City Council has determined that the property owners in
accordance with the requirements of the California State Constitution, Article
XIIID have approved the assessments so presented.

Section 3

Based upon its review (and amendments, as applicable) of the Engineer’s Annual
Levy Report, a copy of which has been presented to the City Council and which
has been filed with the City Clerk, the City Council hereby finds and determines
that:

a) The land within the boundaries of the District will receive special benefit by
the operation, maintenance and servicing of the improvements to be
provided by the District and funded by the annual assessments.
b) District includes the lands receiving such special benefit.
c) The net amount to be assessed upon the lands within the District is in
accordance and apportioned by a formula and method which fairly
distributes the net special benefit amount among the eligible parcels in
proportion to the special benefit to be received by each parcel from the
improvements and services for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2026,
and ending June 30, 2027.
Section 4

The Report and assessment as presented to the City Council and on file in the
office of the City Clerk are hereby confirmed as filed.

Section 5

The City Council hereby orders the proposed improvements to be made, which
improvements are briefly described as the maintenance and operation of and the
furnishing of services and materials for landscape maintenance areas, street
lighting and related appurtenant facilities and services.

Section 6

The maintenance, operation and servicing of the improvements shall be
performed pursuant to the Act and the County Auditor of Kern County shall enter
on the County Assessment Roll opposite each parcel of land the amount of levy,
and such levies shall be collected at the same time and in the same manner as
the County taxes are collected. After collection by the County, the net amount of
the levy shall be paid to the City Treasurer.

Section 7

The City Treasurer shall deposit the money representing assessments collected
by the County for the District to the credit of a fund for the Landscaping and
Lighting District No. 2012-1, and such money shall be expended for the
maintenance, operation and servicing of the improvements as described in the
Engineer’s Report.

Section 8

The adoption of this Resolution constitutes the District levy for the Fiscal Year
commencing July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027.

Section 9

The City Clerk or its designee is hereby authorized and directed to file the levy
with the County Auditor upon adoption of this Resolution.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 17th day of June, 2026.

_______________________________ ,
Travis Endicott, Mayor
City of Ridgecrest

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA)
COUNTY OF KERN)
ss.
CITY OF RIDGECREST)
I, Ricca Charlon, City Clerk of the City of Ridgecrest, County of Kern, State of California
do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was regularly adopted by the City Council
of said City of Ridgecrest at a regular meeting of said council held on the 17th day of June,
2026 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAINED:

________________________________
Ricca Charlon, City Clerk
City of Ridgecrest

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