COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
SUBJECT:
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Resolution 2026-R-29 - Annual Fire Assessment Fee
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DEPARTMENT:
Finance / Fire
SUMMARY:
The City Council approved the first year of Fire Services Assessment for FY23 that was imposed against real property for the purpose of paying for fire protection services. City Council re-imposed the Fire Services Assessment for FY24, FY25, and FY26 Staff is recommending continuation of Fire Services Assessment for FY27.
The Preliminary Fire Assessment Resolution was approved at the July 20, 2026 council meeting.
The Fire Assessment Fee will be imposed until discontinued or changed.
Fire Services Assessment Rates:
|
Residential Property Use Category |
Rate Per Dwelling Unit |
|
Residential |
$50.00 |
|
Non-Residential Property Use Categories |
Rate Per Square Foot (capped at 97,000 sq. ft.) |
|
Commercial |
$0.03 |
|
Industrial/Warehouse |
$0.01 |
|
Institutional |
$0.05 |
The Estimated Gross Revenue for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 is $731,570; estimated exempt buy-down is $38,858 and collection costs for an estimated Net Realized Revenue therefore is $641,771.
BUDGETED ITEM: ☐ Yes ☐ No ☒ Not Applicable
BUDGET AMENDMENT REQUIRED: ☐ Yes ☐ No ☒ Not Applicable
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Motion to approve Resolution 2026-R-29