Buellton City Council
May 22, 2025

CITY OF BUELLTON

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Regular Meeting of May 22, 2025 – 6:00 p.m.

City Council Chambers, 140 West Highway 246
Buellton, California
Council meetings will be conducted in person and the public is welcome to attend.

Written comments will not be read aloud but can be sent to the City Council via email at [email protected] (please reference agenda item number/subject matter, and include your name and address). The public can observe Council meetings via City TV Live Stream at:
http://www.cityofbuellton.com/government/cityTV.php

CALL TO ORDER
Mayor David Silva

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

ROLL CALL
Council Members Hudson Hornick and John Sanchez, Vice Mayor Elysia Lewis and Mayor David Silva

REORDERING OF AGENDA
PUBLIC COMMENTS Speaker Slip to be completed and turned in to the City Clerk prior to commencement of meeting. Any person may address the Council on any subject pertaining to City business, including all items on the agenda not listed as a Public Hearing, including the Consent Agenda and Closed Session. Limited to three (3) minutes per speaker. By law, no action may be taken at this meeting on matters raised during Public Comments not included on this agenda. Public Speakers using a translator are allotted a total of six (6) minutes to speak, unless simultaneous translation equipment is used.

CONSENT CALENDAR (ACTION)
The following items are considered routine and non-controversial and are scheduled for consideration as a group. Any Council Member, the City Attorney, or the City Manager may request that an item be withdrawn from the Consent Agenda to allow for full discussion. Members of the Public may speak on Consent Agenda items during the Public Comment period.

1. Minutes of May 8, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting

2. List of Claims to be Approved and Ratified for Payment to Date for Fiscal Year 2024/2025

City Council Meeting Agenda Page 2 May 22, 2025

3. Monthly Treasurer’s Report – April 30, 2025
 (Staff Contact: Finance Director Shannel Zamora)

4. Ordinance No. 25-04 – “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Buellton, California, Amending Title 19 (Zoning) of the Buellton Municipal Code in Regards to Accessory Dwelling Units” (Second Reading)
 (Staff Contact: Associate Planner Cara Miralles)

5. Approval of Memorandum of Agreement and Internal User Agreement for Genasys EVAC Solution in Conjunction with Santa Barbara County Office of Emergency Management
 (Staff Contact: City Manager Scott Wolfe)

PRESENTATIONS

PUBLIC HEARINGS (POSSIBLE ACTION)

6. Public Hearing on Status Vacancies, Recruitment, and Retention Efforts – Government Code Section 3502.03
 (Staff Contact: Finance Director Shannel Zamora)

COUNCIL MEMBER COMMENTS/ITEMS
This Agenda listing allows Council Members to provide comments regarding recent events, contributions made or received, and future requests from City Council Members to staff.

WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Written communications are included in the agenda packets. Any Council Member, the City Manager, or City Attorney may request that a written communication be read into the record.

COMMITTEE REPORTS This Agenda listing is the opportunity for Council Members to give verbal Committee Reports on any meetings recently held for which the Council Members are the City representatives thereto.

BUSINESS ITEMS (POSSIBLE ACTION)

7. Consideration of Arts and Culture Project Applications:

A. Buellton Fall Fest
B. Santa Ynez Valley Wind Ensemble
 (Staff Contact: Recreation Coordinator Allison Firey)

8. Approval of Scope of Work with Associated Transportation Engineers (ATE) for: a) Assistance with Identification of Issues and Developing Policy & Local Standards Pertaining to Traffic and Circulation Related to the Comprehensive General Plan Update; and b) Updating the Interim Traffic Impact Analysis Guidelines  (Staff Contact: Planning Director Andrea Keefer)

City Council Meeting Agenda Page 3 May 22, 2025

9. Budget Study Session for Fiscal Years 2025-26 and 2026-27 Biennial Budget  (Staff Contact: Finance Director Shannel Zamora)
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT

CLOSED SESSION (POSSIBLE ACTION)

10. Closed Session Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 Conference with Real Property Negotiator
Property: 202 Dairyland Road, Buellton, CA (APN: 099-66-032, -033, -034) Agency Negotiator: Scott Wolfe, City Manager
Negotiating Party: Horatio Partners, LLC
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment

11. Closed Session Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 Conference with Real Property Negotiator
Property: 140 West Highway 246, Buellton, CA (APN: 099-261-027) Agency Negotiator: Scott Wolfe, City Manager
Negotiating Party: Katie Burns, Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment

ADJOURNMENT
The next regular meeting of the City Council will be held on Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

City Manager Review: SW
Council Agenda Item No.: 1

CITY OF BUELLTON

CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Regular Meeting of May 8, 2025
City Council Chambers, 140 West Highway 246
Buellton, California

CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Silva called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

ROLL CALL

Present: Council Member Hudson Hornick, Council Member John Sanchez, Vice Mayor Elysia Lewis, and Mayor David Silva
Staff: City Manager Scott Wolfe, City Attorney Greg Murphy (Via Zoom), Finance Director Shannel Zamora, Planning Director Andrea Keefer, Associate Planner Cara Miralles, and City Clerk Linda Reid

REORDERING OF AGENDA
None

PUBLIC COMMENTS
Len Fleckenstein, Buellton, requested that staff clarify the 2025 Groundwater Management Fee Study flyer that was mailed to all residents, so that the proposed upcoming fee increase is made clear.

CONSENT CALENDAR

1. Minutes of April 24, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting

2. List of Claims to be Approved and Ratified for Payment to Date for Fiscal Year 2024/2025

3. Financial Report for the Third Quarter Ending March 31, 2025

4. Resolution No. 25-15 - “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Buellton, California, Adopting the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 List of Projects Funded by SB1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017”

City Council Meeting Minutes Page 2 May 8, 2025

5. Acceptance of the New Library/Meeting Rooms (202 Dairyland Renovation) Project

6. Ordinance No. 25-02 – “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Buellton, California, Amending Title 19 (Zoning) of the Buellton Municipal Code in Order to Implement Programs 1 and 3 of the General Plan Housing Element and to Make Permanent Urgency Ordinance No. 24-03 Regarding Emergency Shelters” (Second Reading)

Ordinance No. 25-03 – “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Buellton, California, Amending the Avenue of Flags Specific Plan for Consistency with the General Plan Housing Element and Title 19 (Zoning) and Regarding Standards for Ground Floor Residential Uses” (Second Reading)
MOTION:

Motion by Vice Mayor Lewis, seconded by Council Member Sanchez, approving Consent Calendar Items 1 through 6 as listed.

VOTE:

Motion passed by a roll call vote of 4-0.

Council Member Hornick – Yes
Council Member Sanchez – Yes
Vice Mayor Lewis – Yes
Mayor Silva – Yes

PRESENTATIONS

7. Proclamation Recognizing Peace Officers Memorial Day, May 15, 2025 and National Police Week, May 12-18, 2025
Mayor Silva read the proclamation recognizing May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day and May 12-18 as National Police Week and presented the proclamation to Lt. Henderson.

Lt. Henderson thanked the Council and staff for their support of law enforcement.

8. Proclamation Recognizing National Military Appreciation Month Vice Mayor Lewis read the proclamation recognizing National Military Appreciation Month and presented the proclamation to her father Javier Trujillo who serves on the Board of Combat Control. Mr. Trujillo thanked the Council for their support of all Veterans.

Linda Linton, representing Santa Ynez Valley Community Outreach, discussed how their agency helps Veterans daily with meals and various services.

City Council Meeting Minutes Page 3 May 8, 2025

PUBLIC HEARINGS

9. Ordinance No. 25-04 – “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Buellton, California, Amending Title 19 (Zoning) of the Buellton Municipal Code in Regards to Accessory Dwelling Units” (Introduction and First Reading) RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council consider the introduction and first reading of Ordinance Nos. 25-04.

STAFF REPORT:

Associate Planner Miralles presented the staff report.

DOCUMENTS:

Staff report with attachments as listed in the staff report.

SPEAKERS/DISCUSSION:

The City Council discussed and determined standards regarding fencing, unit size limits, and height limits for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) as follows:
• No requirements for fencing
• Use Planning Commission recommendations for unit size limits:
o 850 sq. ft. for attached ADUs, studio/1 bedroom
o 1,000 sq. ft. for attached ADUs, two bedroom and over o 1,200 sq. ft. for detached ADUs
• Use Planning Commission recommendations for height limits:
o 25 ft. for attached and detached ADUs
o 18 ft. for detached ADUs when proposed with additional ADUs on a site Mayor Silva opened the public hearing at 6:51 p.m., there being no public comment, Mayor Silva closed the public hearing at 6:52 p.m.

MOTION:

Motion by Vice Mayor Lewis, seconded by Mayor Silva introducing for first reading Ordinance No. 25-04 – “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Buellton, California, Amending Title 19 (Zoning) of the Buellton Municipal Code in Regards to Accessory Dwelling Units” by title only and waive further reading, with determining status regarding fencing, unit size, and height limits as referenced above.

VOTE:

Motion passed by a roll call vote of 4-0.

Council Member Hornick – Yes
Council Member Sanchez – Yes
Vice Mayor Lewis – Yes
Mayor Silva – Yes

City Council Meeting Minutes Page 4 May 8, 2025

COUNCIL MEMBER COMMENTS/ITEMS
Council Member Hornick questioned the status of the Thousand Trees initiative 501(c)(3) and City Attorney Murphy stated there would be a liability waiver for those wanting to plant a tree within the City.

Council Member Hornick encouraged residents to join the Green Team by contacting the Planning Department for more information.

Council Member Hornick requested and the Council agreed by consensus for staff to look into purchase or lease of a passenger van for use by the Recreation Department and other staff members.

WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None

COMMITTEE REPORTS
Council Member Hornick announced that he attended a Green Team meeting and provided an oral report for the record.

Mayor Silva announced that he attended the California Community Choice Association conference in Irvine and provided information and handouts regarding the event.

BUSINESS ITEMS

10. Deep Dive: Discussion of Visitors Bureau Activities RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council receive a presentation from the Visitors Bureau and discuss as appropriate.

STAFF REPORT:

City Manager Wolfe presented the staff report.

SPEAKERS/DISCUSSION:

Kathy Vreeland, Executive Director of the Buellton Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau provided the City Council with the current status of the Visitors Bureau and its activities and answered questions from the City Council.

City Council Meeting Minutes Page 5 May 8, 2025

11. Discussion Regarding Pet Waste/Disposal
RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council discuss pet waste disposal in the City and direct staff as appropriate.

STAFF REPORT:

Public Works Director Hess presented the staff report.

SPEAKERS/DISCUSSION:

The City Council discussed installing additional dog waste stations along Highway 246, La Lata Drive, and the area west of PAWS Park near the drainage culvert.

DIRECTION:

The City Council agreed by consensus to direct staff to identify locations for additional pet waste disposal units/trash cans throughout the City and agendize this item for further discussion and possible action.

12. Receive the Final Draft of the 2025 Water and Sewer Rate Study and Approval of the Proposition 218 Notice of Public Hearing for Water and Wastewater Rates RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council receive the Final Draft of the Water Rate Study and the Sewer Rate Study, approve the Prop 218 Notice of Proposed Water and Wastewater Rates, authorize mailing to property owners, and set the Public Hearing for July 10, 2025.

STAFF REPORT:

Public Works Director Hess presented the staff report.

DOCUMENTS:

Staff report with attachments as listed in the staff report.

SPEAKERS/DISCUSSION:

Chris Fisher, representing Willdan, provided a presentation regarding the 2025 water and wastewater rate study and answered questions from the City Council regarding the study.

MOTION:

Motion by Vice Mayor Lewis, seconded by Council Member Hornick authorizing the final draft of the Water and Sewer Rate Study, approving the Prop 218 Notice of Proposed Water and Wastewater Rates for mailing to property owners, and setting a Public Hearing for July 10, 2025.

VOTE:

Motion passed by a roll call vote of 4-0.

Council Member Hornick – Yes
Council Member Sanchez – Yes
Vice Mayor Lewis – Yes
Mayor Silva – Yes

City Council Meeting Minutes Page 6 May 8, 2025

13. Consideration of a New Contract with Metro Ventures Ltd. for Irma L. Tucker to Provide Professional Planning Services
RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council authorize the City Manager to enter into a new contract for Contract Planning Services with Metro Ventures Ltd. beginning May 12, 2025 and ending on May 12, 2027, for a total contract amount not to exceed $62,400 of funds not reimbursed by developers, with a rate of $100 per hour.

STAFF REPORT:

Planning Director Keefer presented the staff report.

DOCUMENTS:

Staff report with attachments as listed in the staff report.

SPEAKERS/DISCUSSION:

The City Council questioned the liability section of the contract regarding professional and non-professional services.

MOTION:

Motion by Vice Mayor Lewis, seconded by Council Member Hornick, authorizing the City Manager to enter into a new contract for Contract Planning Services with Metro Ventures Ltd. beginning May 12, 2025 and ending on May 12, 2027, for a total contract amount not to exceed $62,400 of funds not reimbursed by developers, with a rate of $100 per hour.

VOTE:

Motion passed by a roll call vote of 4-0.

Council Member Hornick - Yes
Council Member Sanchez - Yes
Vice Mayor Lewis– Yes
Mayor Silva – Yes

14. Fiscal Year 2025-26 & 2026-27 Requests for Funding from Outside Agencies RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council consider funding requests from outside agencies.

STAFF REPORT:

Finance Director Zamora presented the staff report.

SPEAKERS/DISCUSSION:

The City Council discussed how the funding will be awarded, with a possible maximum distribution at $121,676.81.

Erica Jane Flores, CEO, Santa Ynez Valley People Helping People, discussed her funding request.

City Council Meeting Minutes Page 7 May 8, 2025
Hannah Ryckman, Grants Coordinator, Foodbank of Santa Barbara County, discussed her funding request.

Judy Taggart, Executive Director, Santa Ynez Valley Fruit and Vegetable Rescue, discussed her funding request.

Sue Eisaguirre, Executive Director, NatureTrack, discussed her funding request.

Greg Erickson, President, Buellton Community Garden, discussed his funding request.

Casey McKeen, Principal, Buellton Union Schools (Jonata Middle School), discussed his funding request.

Shannon Hazard, SY Pirate PTO-SYVHS Safe and Sober Grad Nite, discussed her funding request.

Shana Schank, DVM, Executive Director Santa Ynez Valley Humane Society/Dog Adoption and Welfare Group, discussed her funding request.

Holly Sierra, President, Friends of the Buellton Library, discussed her funding request.

Rusty Lindsey, President, Jonata Oak Valley PTSA, discussed his funding request.

Eva Powers, SYV Botanic Garden Foundation, discussed her funding request.

Lauren Lastra, President, Santa Ynez Valley Pride, discussed her funding request.

The City Council discussed funding for each of the outside agencies and provided their individual funding allocations for each agency. The average allocations for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and 2026-27 total $105,420 as follows:
• Santa Ynez Valley People Helping People = $10,460
• Foodbank of Santa Barbara County = $9,100
• Santa Ynez Valley Fruit & Vegetable Rescue = $7,718
• NatureTrack = $4,625
• Buellton Community Garden = $10,915
• Buellton Union Schools (Jonata MS) = $11,450
• SY Pirate PTO-SYHS Safe+Sober Grad Nite = $2,865
• SYV Humane Society/ Dog Adoption and Welfare Group = $12,500 • Friends of the Buellton Library = $9,509
• Jonata Oak Valley PTSA = $10,028
• SYV Botanic Garden Foundation = $12,250
• Santa Ynez Valley Pride = $4,000

City Council Meeting Minutes Page 8 May 8, 2025
DOCUMENTS:

Staff report with attachments as listed in the staff report.

MOTION:

Motion by Vice Mayor Lewis, seconded by Mayor Silva allowing each agency to receive the funding allocation they requested.

VOTE:

Motion died with a tie roll call vote of 2-2.

Council Member Hornick - No
Council Member Sanchez - No
Vice Mayor Lewis– Yes
Mayor Silva – Yes
MOTION:

Motion by Vice Mayor Lewis, seconded by Mayor Silva allowing each agency to receive the funding allocation they requested, with NatureTrack receiving $6,000, for a total of $124,676.

VOTE:

Motion died with a tie roll call vote of 2-2.

Council Member Hornick - No
Council Member Sanchez - No
Vice Mayor Lewis– Yes
Mayor Silva – Yes
MOTION:

Motion by Mayor Silva, seconded by Vice Mayor Lewis with funding allocation totaling $105,419, as listed above.

VOTE:

Motion passed with a roll call vote of 3-1, with Council Member Sanchez voting no.

Council Member Hornick - Yes
Council Member Sanchez - No
Vice Mayor Lewis– Yes
Mayor Silva – Yes
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
City Manager Wolfe provided an informational report for the record.

City Council Meeting Minutes Page 9 May 8, 2025

ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Silva adjourned the regular meeting at 10:17 p.m. The next regular meeting of the City Council will be held on Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. ____________________________
David Silva
Mayor
ATTEST:
_____________________________
Linda Reid
City Clerk

CITY OF BUELLTON
City Council Agenda Staff Report
City Manager Review: SW
Council Agenda Item No.: 2

To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Shannel Zamora, Finance Director
Meeting Date: May 22, 2025
Subject: List of Claims to be Approved and Ratified for Payment to Date for Fiscal Year 2024/2025
______________________________________________________________________________

BACKGROUND
Staff is required to submit a check register to the City Council for approval every Council meeting for the most recently completed check register (Attachment 1).

The check register for the period 04/26/2025 through 05/09/2025 has been prepared in accordance to Government Code section 37202 and Buellton Municipal Code section

3.08.070. The check register lists all vendor payments for the specified period above, along with claimant’s name, a brief description of the goods or service purchased, amount of demand, check number, check date and the account number(s) associated with each payment.

The total amount of checks and electronic fund transfers issued for the period of 04/26/2025 through 05/09/2025 was $336,703.61.

FISCAL IMPACT
Payments made to the various vendors were consistent with the approved City’s Budget for 04/26/2025 through 05/09/2025. Cash is available for the payment disbursements of the above liabilities.

RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council review and accept the check register for the period 04/26/2025 through 05/09/2025.

ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1 – Claims

SZ 5/13/2025

CITY OF BUELLTON
City Council Agenda Staff Report

City Manager Review: SW
Council Agenda Item No.: 3

To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council

From: Shannel Zamora, Finance Director

Meeting Date: May 22, 2025

Subject: Monthly Treasurer’s Report – April 30, 2025
______________________________________________________________________________

BACKGROUND

California Government Code Section 53646(b)(3) provides mandatory investment reporting requirements for California public agencies. The attached Treasurer’s Report complies with the State’s reporting requirement.

On June 13, 2024, Council adopted the current Investment Policy per Resolution 24-18 which states the City Finance Director, as the investment officer, must submit monthly reports to City Council to demonstrate that sufficient cash flow liquidity is available to meet the succeeding month’s estimated expenditures.

This Treasurer’s Report is for April 30, 2025. Treasurer’s Reports are presented on a monthly basis.

FISCAL IMPACT

There is no fiscal impact; this report is intended to show the City Council the financial performance of the City’s investment portfolio of idle funds.

RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council receives and files the Treasurer’s Report for the month ending April 30, 2025.

ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1 – Monthly Treasurer’s Report – April 30, 2025

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City of Buellton
Monthly Treasurer’s Report
For the month ending in April 30, 2025
May 22, 2025
This report presents the City’s cash activity and investment portfolio as of April 30, 2025. The report includes:
1) Cash and investments at April 30, 2025 compared to the prior month;

2) A reconciliation of cash and investments to City ledger balances; 3) All investments managed by the City on its own behalf; 4) Beginning of year fund balance, revenues, expenditures and ending fund balance for each fund at April 30, 2025
The following schedule is a summary of the City’s cash and investments based on recorded value as of April 30, 2025 compared with the prior month.

March 31, 2025 April 30, 2025 $ Change
Cash - Pooled $ 5,306,391.28 $ 6,396,253.38 $ 1,089,862.10 Investments held by the City 18,255,211.39 18,389,263.68 $ 134,052.29 TOTAL CASH AND INVESTMENTS $ 23,561,602.67 $ 24,785,517.06 $ 1,223,914.39 Summary of activity for the Month and Future Liquidity: The majority of the difference in the recorded value for cash and investments held by the City from last month is mainly due to revenue received from the second installment of property taxes and from March 2025 transient occupancy tax. This increase is offset by payments for April 2025 police services from the Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Department and expenditures related to capital improvement projects. Additionally, investment values changed due to interest earnings on money market funds, the Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF), and Certificates of Deposit (CDs). The portfolio is sufficiently liquid to meet expected expenditures for the coming six months.

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The following schedule is a reconciliation of Cash and Investments to City ledger:
14,809,537.49
2,903,035.39
(1,807,669.26)
8,489,781.78
(2,612,995.10)
10,812.15
46,941.45
802,609.86
434,154.41
2,379.83
1,023,770.84
34,070.67
655,284.80
-
-
(6,197.25)
-
24,785,517.06
6,382,507.50
5,736,733.91
13,745.88
3,073,915.09
9,578,614.68
24,785,517.06
999-21000 Wages Payable - -
24,785,517.06
24,785,517.06
24,785,517.06
Per Statements: 4/30/2025
Mechanics General Checking 6,586,901.28
Mechanics Money Market 5,736,733.91
Mechanics FSA 13,745.88
Local Agengcy Investment Fund (LAIF) 9,578,614.68
Multi-Bank Securities Bank 3,073,915.09
Total Cash Per Statement: 24,989,910.84
Claim on Cash vs Total (204,393.78)
Outstanding Items: (204,393.78)
Difference: 0.00

DUE TO OTHER FUNDS
999-27000 Due To Other Funds 23,561,602.67 1,223,914.39 TOTAL DUE TO OTHER FUNDS 23,561,602.67 1,223,914.39
TOTAL: Cash in Bank 23,561,602.67 1,223,914.39
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TOTAL: Cash in Bank 23,561,602.67 1,223,914.39
999-10004 Pooled Cash - Brokerage 3,065,079.77 8,835.32 999-10005 Pooled Cash - LAIF 9,474,209.93 104,404.75
999-10002 Pooled Cash - Money Market 5,715,921.69 20,812.22 999-10003 Pooled Cash - FSA 15,301.54 (1,555.66)
TOTAL CLAIM ON CASH 23,561,602.67 1,223,914.39

CASH IN BANK
Cash in Bank
999-10001 Pooled Cash - General Checking 5,291,089.74 1,091,417.76 091-10000 Claim On Pooled Cash - -
092-10000 Claim On Pooled Cash 102,962.73 (109,159.98)
075-10000 Claim On Pooled Cash 612,022.47 43,262.33
090-10000 Claim On Pooled Cash - -
031-10000 Claim On Pooled Cash 1,018,319.02 5,451.82
032-10001 Claim On Pooled Cash 34,070.67 -
027-10000 Claim On Pooled Cash 434,797.31 (642.90)
029-10000 Claim On Pooled Cash 9,051.05 (6,671.22)
024-10000 Claim On Pooled Cash 46,695.11 246.34
025-10000 Claim On Pooled Cash 789,307.51 13,302.35
021-10000 Claim on Pooled Cash (2,612,995.10) -
023-10000 Claim On Pooled Cash 10,673.77 138.38
006-10000 Claim on Pooled Cash (1,807,669.26) -
020-10000 Claim On Pooled Cash 8,339,864.38 149,917.40

CLAIM ON CASH
001-10000 Claim On Pooled Cash 13,671,014.54 1,138,522.95 005-10000 Claim On Pooled Cash 2,913,488.47 (10,453.08) Bank Reconciliation - April 2025
City of Buellton, CA
For the Period Ending 4/30/2025
4/1/2025

BALANCE

CURRENT

ACTIVITY
4/30/2025
BALANCE ACCOUNT # ACCOUNT NAME

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City of Buellton
Investment Summary
April 30, 2025
Currently, short-term excess cash is primarily invested in the Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF) administered by the State Treasurer. This is a high quality investment available in terms of safety, liquidity, and yield. Due to fluctuations in the marketplace, the City may have some investments with a current market value that is greater or less than the recorded value. This difference has no effect on investment yield as the City intends to hold the securities to maturity. However, generally accepted accounting principles require that market gains and losses be reported as interest earnings or losses at year-end.

Percent of
Portfolio Yield
Maturity
Term
(months) Maturity Date Par Value Market Value
Local Agency Investment Fund - LAIF 53.74% 4.48% n/a n/a $ 9,578,614.68 $ 9,578,614.68 Sallie Mae Bank 0.67% 0.80% 60 7/1/2025 120,000.00 119,288.40 Security Identifier: 7954506Q3
Spokane Teachers Credit Union 1.01% 0.80% 60 4/15/2027 180,000.00 182,205.00 Security Identifier: 849061AG1
Third Fed Savings 1.37% 3.50% 60 6/28/2027 245,000.00 241,927.70 Security Identifier: 88413QDL9
Morgan Stanley Bank 0.58% 3.75% 60 6/28/2027 104,000.00 103,225.20 Security Identifier: 61773TFC2
Capital One Bank 1.37% 3.75% 60 9/30/2027 244,000.00 244,993.08 Security Identifier: 14042RURO
Hickam Federal Credit Union 0.56% 3.75% 48 1/31/2028 100,000.00 100,270.00 Security Identifier: 42869GAB2
Global Federal Credit Union 1.40% 4.60% 60 4/17/2028 249,000.00 252,495.96 Security Identifier: 37892MAC8
Optum Bk Draper Utah CTF Dep 0.90% 4.45% 60 12/22/2028 160,000.00 161,656.00 Security Identifier: 68405VBV0
First Foundation Bank 0.56% 4.60% 60 5/10/2029 100,000.00 101,639.00 Security Identifier: 68405VBV0
Leaders Credit Union 0.56% 4.00% 60 8/30/2029 100,000.00 99,415.00 Security Identifier: 52171MAN5
American Express Natl Bank 1.37% 4.10% 60 4/30/2030 244,000.00 243,455.88 Security Identifier: 02589AHE8
United States Treasury Bill 6.17% 4.18% 6 5/24/2025 1,100,000.00 1,096,392.00 Security Identifier: 912797NN3
United States Treasury Bill 0.56% 4.38% 60 12/31/2029 100,000.00 102,707.00 Security Identifier: 91282CMD0
Multi-Securities Bank - Cash in Holding 24,244.87
Money Market (Held with Mechanics Bank) 29.17% 4.52% n/a 5,200,000.00 5,736,733.91 Total City Investments 100.00% $ 17,824,614.68 $ 18,389,263.68 Average Yield:3.71% Average Maturity (months): 54.92
Certificates of Deposits (Held with Multi-Securities Bank) U.S. Treasury Securities (Held with Multi-Securities Bank)

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The following is a fund balance schedule showing beginning fund balance at July 1, 2024 plus revenues minus expenditures for the period, resulting in ending fund balance at April 30, 2025.

Fund balance includes total assets and liabilities of the City.

As required by Government Code Section 53646 (b) (3), the chief financial officer for the City declares that there is sufficient funds to meet all obligations for the next six months.

Shannel Zamora
Shannel Zamora
Finance Director
Total Expenditures April 30, 2025
Balance
8,938,533.59 9,921,408.40 14,421,264.45
1,060,879.54 1,446,194.30 2,264,514.67
006 - Wastewater Capital 268,300.40 16,458.48 655,968.30 020 - Water Fund 2,398,725.54 2,277,128.09 9,889,430.46 021 - Water Capital 223,293.00 126,862.96 324,725.50
578.65 1,300.00 10,796.12
8,904.41 - 46,888.58
231,514.55 178,152.59 792,221.88
027 - Local Transportation Fund 14,056.43 16,666.60 435,310.82 029 - Transportation Planning 538.34 38,584.97 (140,443.38) 031 - Measure A 309,942.40 64,446.72 1,051,854.06
032 - American Relief Act Fund 268,035.48 268,035.48 33,455.43 075 - Trust & Agency Fund 13,160.65 38,157.71
090 - Long-Term Debt - - (3,479,492.98)
091 - General Fixed Assets - - 27,711,206.52
2,739,232.92
17,161,893.76 53,988,435.89
27,711,206.52
092 - Capital Improvement Proj Fund - 2,806,655.17 (67,422.25) 54,674,633.75 16,475,695.90
437,920.99
(102,396.75)
806,358.38
33,455.43
24,997.06
(3,479,492.98)
228,295.46
023 - Housing Fees 11,517.47
024 - Traffic Mitigation Fund 37,984.17
025 - Gas Tax Fund 738,859.92
001 - General Fund 15,404,139.26
005 - Sewer Fund 2,649,829.43
404,126.38
9,767,833.01
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CITY OF BUELLTON
City Council Agenda Staff Report

City Manager Review: SW
Council Agenda Item No.: 4
To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Cara Miralles, Associate Planner
Meeting Date: May 22, 2025
Subject: Ordinance No. 25-04 – “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Buellton, California, Amending Title 19 (Zoning) of the Buellton Municipal Code in Regards to Accessory Dwelling Units” (Second Reading)
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BACKGROUND
The City Council introduced and held the first reading of Ordinance No. 25-04 on May 8, 2025. Attached Ordinance No. 25-04 is now ready for adoption.

State law has delegated to cities the right to adopt certain local standards regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). As noted on May 8, 2025 amendments to various sections of the Zoning Ordinance (Title 19 of the Buellton Municipal Code) are being made to do the following: 1) implement adopted 2023 Housing Element programs (specifically 2.a and 2.b) which call for compliance with State ADU legislation in the City’s Municipal Code; 2) respond to comments from the CA Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) per their review of the 2020 ADU Ordinance, and; 3) ensure consistency throughout various sections of the Zoning Ordinance.

RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Ordinance No. 25-04 – “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Buellton, California, Amending Title 19 (Zoning) of the Buellton Municipal Code in Regards to Accessory Dwelling Units” by title only and waive further reading.

ATTACHMENTS
Ordinance No. 25-04

ORDINANCE NO. 25-04

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF BUELLTON, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 19
(ZONING) OF THE BUELLTON MUNICIPAL CODE IN

ORDER IN REGARDS TO ACCESSORY DWELLING
UNITS
WHEREAS, on March 26, 2020, the City of Buellton (“City”) adopted City Council Ordinance 20-03 regarding regulations governing the development of Accessory Dwelling Units (“ADU Ordinance”), codified in Section 19.06.180 (Accessory Dwelling Units) of Chapter 19.06 (Specific Use Requirements) of Title 19 (Zoning) of the Buellton Municipal Code ("Municipal Code"); and
WHEREAS, on February 17, 2022, the California Department of Housing and Development (HCD) submitted written findings based on review of the City’s ADU Ordinance, and found that the Ordinance did not comply with State ADU laws in certain respects; and WHEREAS, the California Legislature has amended State ADU law, found in Government Code Sections 66310, et. seq., since the adoption of the City’s ADU Ordinance; and WHEREAS, the City’s General Plan Housing Element calls for updates to the ADU Ordinance in accordance with State ADU law, specifically in Programs 2.a and 2.b; and WHEREAS, adoption of the zoning ordinance amendments as herein set forth in Section 2 are consistent with Government Code Section 66310, et. seq. governing the implementation of local ADU ordinances and are intended to streamline the approval of ADUs and expand the potential capacity for ADUs, recognizing their unique importance in addressing California's housing needs; and
WHEREAS, all legal prerequisites have occurred prior to the adoption of this Ordinance.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED that the City Council of the City of Buellton:

SECTION 1: All proceedings having been duly taken as required by law, and upon review of the information provided in the staff report, consideration of the testimony given at the public hearing, as well as other pertinent information, the City Council finds the following:

A. Record. Prior to rendering a decision on any aspect of the Ordinance, the City Council considered the following:

1. All public testimony, both written and oral, received in conjunction with that certain public hearing conducted by the City Council on May 8, 2025 (the “Public Hearing”).

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2. All oral, written and visual materials presented by City staff and consultants in conjunction with the Public Hearing.

3. The following informational documents which, by this reference, are incorporated herein.
a. That certain written reports concerning the ADU Ordinance amendment dated May 22, 2025 and May 8, 2025 (the “Staff Report”) and all attachments.
b. The recommendations from the Planning Commission as contained in Planning Commission Resolution No. 25-06, adopted April 3, 2025.

B. Public Review. On the basis of evidence hereinafter listed, all administrative procedures and public participation requirements prescribed in the Buellton Municipal Code have been lawfully satisfied:

1. A notice of the Public Hearing was published in a newspaper of general circulation on April 17, 2025 (the “Public Notice”), a minimum of ten (10) days in advance of the May 8, 2025, Public Hearing.

2. The Public Notice for the Public Hearing was posted in two conspicuous public places on April 24, 2025, a minimum of ten (10) days in advance of the May 8, 2025, Public Hearing.

C. Environmental Clearance. In accordance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act, California Public Resources Code section 21000 et seq., the State CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Chapter 3, sections 15000 et seq., and the Environmental Impact Report Guidelines of the City of Buellton (collectively, “CEQA”), the zoning ordinance amendments are adequately addressed in the prior Initial Study/Negative Declaration (IS/ND) adopted for the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update, and no further environmental review is required. Further, the zoning ordinance amendments related to Urgency Ordinance 24-03 are the same as approved with the urgency ordinance, which was found to be exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061 (b)(3).

D. Consistency Declarations. Based on (i) the evidence presented in the Staff Report (incorporated herein by reference), (ii) consultations with affected City Departments, including the City Attorney, (iii) the recommendation from the Planning Commission and (iv) testimony and comments received in connection with the public hearing, the City Council does hereby declare as follows:

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1. Zoning Ordinance Amendments.
a. Findings:
i. The Amendments are in the interests of the general community welfare as they promotes housing opportunities for the varying needs of all socioeconomic groups, including the elderly, moderate and lower income households, by helping to provide units at below market prices within existing neighborhoods.
ii. The Amendments are consistent with the General Plan, including General Plan Housing Element Programs 2.a and 2.b, the requirements of state planning and zoning laws, and Title 19 of the Zoning Ordinance. iii. The Amendments are consistent with good zoning and planning practices.

SECTION 2. Amendments. (Note: Double underlining denotes language additions to the Buellton Municipal Code and stricken language is to be removed):

A. Section 19.06.080 of Chapter 19.06 of Title 19 of the Buellton Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
§ 19.06.080 Guest houses, artist studios and pool house/cabanas.

Guest houses, artist studios, and pool house/cabanas must conform to criteria set forth in this section.

A. There shall not be more than one guest house or artist studio on any lot.

B. A guest house, artist studio, or pool house/cabana shall not be allowed if there is an existing or proposed accessory dwelling unit or junior accessory dwelling unit on the lot.

BC. The floor area of such guest house, artist studio, or pool house/cabana shall not exceed 800 square feet; however, such structures may be attached to an accessory structure so that the total area of the combined structures exceeds 800 square feet, provided no interior access exists between the guest house, artist studio, or pool house/cabana and the accessory structure.

CD. All guest houses, artist studios or pool house/cabanas shall be limited to one floor.

Such floor may be located over an accessory structure.

DE. There shall be no kitchen or cooking facilities within a guest house, artist studio or pool house/cabana. However, a wet bar may be provided, limited to the following features:

1. The counter area may include a bar sink and an under-counter refrigerator;

2. The counter area may include an overhead cupboard area;

3. The counter area shall be located against a wall or, if removed from the wall, it shall not create a space more than four feet in depth. The counter shall be in one unit. The intent of this provision is to avoid creation of a kitchen;

4. No cooking facilities shall be included in the wet bar area.

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EF. Guest houses and pool house/cabanas may contain bathrooms as defined by title.

However, in artist studios, plumbing facilities shall be limited to those required for a wetbar, if provided, and/or a restroom. No bathing facilities shall be permitted in artist studios.

FG. Guest houses, artist studios, or pool house/cabanas must conform to all of the setback regulations set forth in the applicable zone district for dwellings.

GH. A guest house shall be used on a temporary basis only by the occupants of the main dwelling or their non-paying guests or servants and is not to be rented or let out, whether the compensation is paid directly or indirectly in money, goods, wares, merchandise, or services.

Temporary is defined as occupying the premises for no more than 120 days in any 12 month period.

HI. Artist studios and pool house/cabanas shall not be used as temporary sleeping quarters, guest houses, or as a dwelling unit.

IJ. A deed restriction shall be required to be recorded by the property owner prior to issuance of a zoning clearance for any guest house, artist studio or pool house/cabana that identifies the use and locational restrictions pursuant to this section.

K. If a guest house, artist studio, or pool house/cabana is converted to an accessory dwelling unit (ADU), the deed restriction may be removed. To remove the deed restriction, an owner may make a written request of the director, providing evidence that the ADU has received building permits, and that any deed restriction as required for the ADU per Section 19.06.180 of this title has been executed by the owner.

JL. A pool house/cabana may be approved in conjunction with a proposed pool, provided that use of the building is simultaneous with completion of the pool.

KM. A home occupation permit shall be required for all artist studios.

B. Section 19.06.180 of Chapter 19.06 of Title 19 of the Buellton Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
§ 19.06.180 Accessory dwelling units.

A. Purpose and Intent. The purpose of this section is to allow and regulate Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADUs) in compliance with California Government Code Sections 66310, et. seq. 65852.2 and 65852.22, incorporated herein by this reference, and any successors or additions thereto. Accessory dwelling units provide housing opportunities for the varying needs of the elderly, low-income and other all socioeconomic groups of the community, including the elderly, moderate-income and lowerincome households. The intent is also to ensure a safe and attractive residential environment by promoting high standards of site development consistent with State ADU law.

B. Definitions. For the purposes of this section and pursuant to Government Code Section 66313, as amended from time to time: The following terms when used in this chapter will have the meanings provided in this section

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“Accessory structure” means a structure that is accessory and or incidental to a dwelling located on the same lot as the ADU.
“Accessory dwelling unit” or “ADU” will have the meaning set forth in Government Code Section 65852.2(i)(4), which is: means an attached or a detached residential dwelling unit that provides complete independent living facilities for one or more persons, and includes permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking (i.e., stove, refrigerator, and sink), and sanitation (i.e., bathroom with shower or bathtub), on the same parcel as the existing or proposed single-family or multi-family dwelling (the “primary dwelling” unit) is or will be situated. An ADU also includes the following: (a) an efficiency unit, as defined in Health and Safety Code Section 17958.1, and (b) a manufactured home, as defined in Health and Safety Code Section 18007.
“Attached ADU” means a newly constructed dwelling unit that structurally abuts (and connects to) an existing or proposed primary dwelling or accessory structure an ADU that is attached to the primary unit.
“Car share vehicle operation” means a subscription or membership service that provides automobile reservations for an additional fee to its members on an hourly and/or daily basis. “Detached ADU” means a newly constructed dwelling unit that is created on a lot with an existing or proposed single-family or multifamily dwelling structure but is detached from the primary dwelling an ADU that is detached from the primary unit. “Efficiency Kitchen” means a kitchen that includes each of the following: (a) a cooking facility with appliances; (b) a food preparation counter(s) or counters that total at least 15 square feet in area; and (c) food storage cabinets that are of reasonable size in relation to the size of the junior accessory dwelling unit total at least 30 square feet of shelf space. “Floor Area” means, for the purpose of this section chapter, habitable space consisting of all interior living spaces including, but not limited to, an entry, hallways, sleeping areas, sanitation, and eating and kitchen facilities.
“Junior ADU” or “JADU” means a unit that: (a) is created by the conversion of existing floor space, which is contained within the existing floor area of a primary dwelling unit; is no more than 500 square feet in size and contained entirely within a single-family residence;, provides a separate entrance from the main entrance to the primary dwelling unit;, and includes an efficiency kitchen. A JADU may include separate sanitation facilities or may share sanitation facilities with the existing structure.
"Passageway" means a pathway that is unobstructed clear to the sky and extends from a street to one entrance of the ADU.

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"Primary dwelling unit" means the existing or proposed single-family residential structure on the legal lot upon which an ADU or JADU is located. “Public transit” means a location including, but not limited to, a bus stop or train station, where the public may access busses, trains, subways, and other forms of transportation that charge set fares, run on fixed routes, and are available to the public. “Tandem parking” means that two or more automobiles are parked on a driveway, parking space, or in any other location on a lot, lined up behind one another.

C. Rental Term, Occupancy, and Conveyance. Additional Standards. In addition to standards and regulations set forth in subsection A of this section, the following apply:

1. Rental Term. No ADU or Junior JADU may be rented for a term that is shorter than 30 days.

2. JADU Owner Occupancy.
a. All ADUs permitted before January 1, 2020 are subject to the owner occupancy requirement that was in place when the ADU was permitted. b. An ADU that is permitted after that date but before January 1, 2025, is not subject to any owner-occupancy requirement.
c. All ADUs that are permitted on or after January 1, 2025 are subject to an owneroccupancy requirement. A natural person with legal or equitable title to the property must reside on the property as the person’s legal domicile and permanent residence. d. All JADUs are subject to an owner-occupancy requirement. A natural person with legal or equitable title to the property must reside on the property, in either the primary principal dwelling or JADU, as the person’s legal domicile and permanent residence. However, the owner occupancy requirement of this paragraph does not apply if the property is entirely owned by another governmental agency, land trust, or housing organization.

3. No Separate Conveyance. An ADU or JADU may be rented separately from the primary dwelling, but no ADU or JADU may be sold or otherwise conveyed separately from the lot and the primary principal dwelling (in the case of a Single-Unit Dwelling lot) or from the lot and all of the dwellings (in the case of a Multi-family Dwelling lot), except as provided in Article 4 of the Government Code (commencing with Section 66340) in the case of an ADU.

4. Deed Restriction. Prior to final inspection for occupancy clearance issuance of a building permit for an ADU or JADU, a deed restriction must be recorded against the title of the property in the Santa Barbara County Recorder’s office and a copy filed with the Director. The

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deed restriction must run with the land and bind all future owners. The form of the deed restriction will be provided by the City and must provide that:
a. The ADU or JADU shall may not be sold separately from the primary principal dwelling.
b. The ADU or JADU shall be is restricted to the approved size and to other attributes allowed by this Ordinance.
c. JADUs shall require owner-occupancy in the single-family residence in which the JADU will be permitted. The owner may reside in either the remaining portion of the structure or the JADU. Owner-occupancy shall not be required if the owner is another governmental agency, land trust, or housing organization.
d. The JADU shall not be rented for a term that is less than a consecutive thirty-day period.
e. The deed restriction shall runs with the land and may be enforced against future property owners.
fd. The deed restriction may be removed if the owner eliminates the ADU or JADU, as evidenced by, for example, removal of the kitchen facilities. To remove the deed restriction, an owner may make a written request of the Director, providing evidence that the ADU or JADU has in fact been eliminated. The Director may then determine whether the evidence supports the claim that the ADU or JADU has been eliminated. Appeal may be taken from the Director’s determination consistent with other provisions of City zoning regulations. If the ADU or JADU is not entirely physically removed, but is only eliminated by virtue of having a necessary component of an ADU or JADU removed, the remaining structure and improvements must otherwise comply with applicable provisions of the City’s zoning regulations. ge. The deed restriction is enforceable by the Director or his or her designee for the benefit of the City. Failure of the property owner to comply with the deed restriction may result in legal action against the property owner, and the City is authorized to obtain any remedy available to it at law or equity, including, but not limited to, obtaining an injunction enjoining the use of the ADU or JADU in violation of the recorded restrictions or abatement of the illegal unit.

D5. Development Standards. Applies to ADUs that are not exempt from local standards as described in subsection (D)(3)(a) of this section. a. Property development standards. Except as otherwise required by Government Code Section 65852.2, the following shall apply; at a minimum, development of at least one 800 square foot attached or detached ADU shall be permitted on every qualifying lot:

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1. Zoning Districts and Placement.
a. ADUs shall be allowed ministerially on lots with proposed or existing singlefamily or multi-family dwellings within the Single-Family Residential (RS), Multi-Family Residential (RM), and Planned Residential Development (PRD) zoning districts. b. ADUs shall be allowed ministerially, proposed as part of, or on lots with existing permitted mixed-use projects which include multi-family dwellings in the Neighborhood Commercial (CN) and General Commercial (CR) zoning districts per Chapter 19.18 of this title, Mixed Use Regulations.
c. ADUs shall not be allowed on lots within commercial and industrial zoning districts with existing nonconforming residential uses. d. JADUs shall be allowed ministerially on lots with a proposed or existing singlefamily dwelling within the Single-Family Residential (RS), Multi-Family Residential (RM), and Planned Residential Development (PRD) zoning districts. e. ADUs and JADUs shall not be located on or impede an easement area. f. ADUs shall not be located in such a way that would prohibit access to a designated parking area.
g. ADUs and JADUs shall not be prohibited or unreasonably restricted by existing and proposed common interest developments such as homeowner’s associations and associated CC&Rs per Sections 4751, 4740, and 4741 of the Civil Code.

2. Maximum Size and Height Limits.
a. Detached ADUs shall not exceed 1,200 square feet in floor area. b. Attached ADUs shall not exceed 850 square feet in floor area for a one-bedroom or less or 1,000 square feet in floor area for a two-bedroom or more. c. If an attached ADU is proposed within the existing space of an accessory structure, the attached ADU shall not expand the accessory structure by more than 150 square feet in order to accommodate ingress and egress.
d. JADUs shall not exceed 500 square feet in floor area. e. ADUs and JADUs shall not exceed 25 feet in height, unless otherwise specified in this section.

3. Number of Units Allowed.

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a. Any combination of (i) (ii) and (iii) below may be allowed with a proposed or existing single-family dwelling.
i. One JADU
ii. One attached ADU
iii. One new construction detached ADU. If proposed to be combined with a JADU and/or attached ADU, the detached ADU shall be no more than 18 feet in height. b. Both (i) and (ii) below may be allowed with an existing multi-family dwelling, or (iii) with a proposed multi-family dwelling.
i. At least one ADU may be allowed within an existing multi-family dwelling, up to 25 percent of the existing multi-family dwelling units if the ADU(s) is located within non-livable space, including, but not limited to, storage rooms, boiler rooms, passageways, attics, basements, or garages.
ii. Up to eight detached ADUs may be allowed on a lot with an existing multi-family dwelling, provided that the number of ADUs does not exceed the number of existing units on the lot. If more than one ADU is proposed on a lot, the detached ADU(s) shall be no more than 18 feet in height.
iii. Up to two detached ADUs may be allowed on a lot with a proposed multi-family dwelling. If more than one ADU is proposed on a lot, the detached ADU(s) shall be no more than 18 feet in height.

4. i. Placement, Setbacks and Fencing
(A). An ADU may be placed anywhere on a residential lot as long as the placement of the ADU meets all development standards of the underlying zone, except as specifically set forth in this Chapter.
(B)a. The ADUs shall have a minimum of four foot side and rear setbacks that are sufficient for fire and life safety.
b. The minimum front setbacks of the underlying zone apply to a newly constructed shall not preclude the construction of an ADU that is up to 800 square feet in floor area and 16 feet in height if the ADU cannot be feasibly located in the rear or side yard. In all other cases, the minimum front setback of the underlying zoning district shall apply. (C).c. An ADU shall may not violate the minimum distance between buildings standards for the applicable zone.

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(D). An attached or detached ADU must have a fence, meeting the requirements for the applicable zone, put in place along the side and rear property lines nearest the structure. (E) No ADU may be located in a way that would prohibit access to a designated parking area or impede safe ingress and egress from a required side, rear, or front setback. (F) No ADU may remove a protected native tree unless the proposed construction complies with the requirements of the Native Tree Protection Ordinance, Municipal Code Chapter 12.32.
(G)d. No change in setbacks shall be required when an ADU is constructed in the same location and to the same dimensions as an existing legal structure that is converted in to an ADU or to a portion of an ADU, even when that structure has been demolished. ii.5. Lot Coverage and Open Space.
a. No lot coverage or open space standard shall be applied that would preclude the construction of an attached or detached ADU that is up to 800 square feet in floor area. For ADUs above 800 square feet in floor area, lot coverage and open space standards shall apply per the underlying zoning district.
(A)b. The open space area on the lot should be commonly accessible to both the main unit and the ADU/JADU, unless otherwise approved by the director., however, this requirement shall not preclude an attached or detached ADU of at least 800 square feet in floor area from being constructed.
iii. Design and Neighborhood Compatibility.
(A). An ADU must be compatible with the design of the surrounding neighborhood and not cause excessive noise, traffic, parking or other disturbance to the existing neighborhood or adversely affect public services and resources, including water supply, fire protection, and sewage disposal.
(B)6. An ADU must meet Objective Design Standards.
(1)a. The ADU/JADU must have an independent exterior entrance separate from the primary dwelling.
b. If a JADU would not include a separate bathroom, interior entry to the shared bathroom within the primary dwelling shall be provided.

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c. The materials and colors of exterior walls, roof, eaves, windows, and doors as well as the landscaping of an ADU should must match those of the primary dwelling. For detached ADUs larger than 800 square feet in floor area, this shall be required. d. (2) The roof slope of an ADU should must match the dominant roof slope of the primary dwelling. The dominant roof slope is the slope shared by the largest portion of the roof.

For detached ADUs larger than 800 square feet in floor area, this shall be required. (3) The ADU must have an independent exterior entrance separate from the primary dwelling.
iv. Accessory Structures. Except for exempt ADUs described in Section D.3 of this Chapter, an ADU shall not be permitted on a lot zoned for single-family use, in addition to a guest house or similar structure. If an ADU has been approved on the lot a guest house or other occupiable accessory structure may not subsequently be approved unless the ADU is removed.

7. Native Tree Protection. No ADU or JADU application may include the removal of a protected native tree unless the proposal complies with the requirements of the Native Tree Protection Ordinance, Chapter 12.32 of this Title.

8. Parking.
a. Parking requirements for ADUs shall not exceed one parking space per unit or bedroom, whichever is less. These spaces may be provided as tandem parking on a driveway.

However, parking requirements shall not be imposed in any of the following instances:
i. For JADUs
ii. Where the ADU is part of the proposed or existing primary dwelling or an existing accessory structure.
iii. When the ADU is included in an application to create a new single-family dwelling unit or a new multifamily dwelling on the same lot, provided that the ADU or the parcel satisfies any other criteria listed in this paragraph.
iv. Where the ADU is located within one-half mile walking distance of public transit. v. Where the ADU is located within an architecturally and historically significant historic district.
vi. When on-street parking permits are required but not offered to the occupant of the ADU.
vii. When there is a car share vehicle located within one block of the ADU.

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viii. When the ADU complies with the criteria set forth in Government Code Section 66323.
b. When a garage, carport, covered parking structure, or uncovered parking space is demolished in conjunction with the construction of an ADU/JADU or converted to an ADU/JADU, replacement parking shall not be required.

6. Restricted Area #1. Due to public safety and traffic flow concerns, ADUs and JADUs are not allowed unless the number of code required off-street parking spaces are provided on-site for all existing or proposed primary residences (single-family and/or multifamily dwelling units) and one off-street parking is provided per unit for all proposed ADUs and JADUs, including garage conversions, in the restricted areas and per the requirements described below:
a. All properties that have vehicular access from:
i. Central Avenue, north of Zaca Street, and south of its intersection with Avenue of Flags
ii. Central Avenue Alley (east of Central Avenue), north of Zaca Street to its northern terminus at 614 Central Avenue and 597 Avenue of Flags. b. All properties that have vehicular access from the following roadways between Central Avenue and Central Avenue Alley:
i. Zaca Street,
ii. State Highway 246
iii. 1st Street
iv. 2nd Street
c. Any property in the above areas that is accessed solely by an unimproved or unpaved road or alley.
d. Off-Street Parking in Restricted Area #1. The following parking regulations govern additional parking requirements for ADUs in the Restricted Area #1. i. Number of Spaces. In addition to the required parking for the primary residence as specified in the applicable zoning district and in Section 19.04.140 et seq., and a minimum of one parking space shall be provided per ADU, all of which may be covered or uncovered in any configuration on-site,.

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ii. Location. The additional parking space may be covered or uncovered and may be provided in setback areas in locations determined by the Zoning Administrator or through tandem parking on an existing driveway, unless specific findings are made that parking in setback areas or tandem parking is not feasible based upon specific site or regional topographical or fire and life safety conditions.
iii. Replacement Parking. When the parking area for the primary residence is used for an ADU:
(A). Replacement off-street parking is required at a one-to-one ratio and may be provided in any configuration on the lot, including tandem parking, uncovered and on existing driveways,
(B). A conversion ADU that replaces the primary dwelling unit's existing garage shall not cause the applicant to have to construct replacement covered parking for the main unit.

7. Restricted Area #2 – West Highway 246. Due to public safety and traffic flow concerns, ADUs and JADUs are not allowed in the following areas. a. All properties that have vehicular access from:
i. State Highway 246, between Riverside Drive and Industrial Way. b. Any property in the above areas that is accessed solely by private drive aisles, or an unimproved or unpaved road or alley.

8. Restricted Area #3 – Village Specific Plan. Due to public safety and traffic flow concerns, ADUs and JADUs are not allowed in the following areas:
a. All properties that have vehicular access from:
i. North side of State Highway 246, between McMurray Road and Freear Drive ii. East side of McMurray Road, between State Highway 246 and 560 McMurray Road b. Any property in the above areas that is accessed solely by private drive aisles, or an unimproved or unpaved road or alley.
9E. Utilities.
a1. Attached ADUs and JADUs on the same lot as a single-family dwelling built pursuant to Government Code Section 66323(a)(1) shall not be required to install a new or separate utility connection unless constructed concurrently with a new single-family dwelling.

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2. Unless otherwise specified, Cconstruction of a new or proposed detached ADU over 750 square feet may require new meter connections for water, electric, and gas service.

Sewer service may be provided through the primary unit's sewer line, provided that the applicant makes a showing that the existing sewer line has sufficient capacity and slope to ensure proper flow strength for the ADU's sewer output. If sufficient capacity and slope cannot be ensured, the an ADU may require a separate sewer line.
b. If new utility connections or meters are required for the ADU, connection and impact fees shall be required, as applicable.

F. Fees. The following fees shall apply:

1. Development Impact Fees.
a. No development impact fees are required for an ADU that is less than 750 square feet in floor area.
b. Any development impact fee that is required for an ADU that is 750 square feet or larger in floor area shall be charged proportionately in relation to the square footage of the primary dwelling unit. “Development impact fee” here does not include any connection fee or capacity charge for water or sewer service.
c. These provisions do not apply to ADUs that are constructed concurrently with a new single-family home.

2. Connection Fees. The following connection fees and/or capacity charges for water and sewer are required:
a. None for an attached ADU or JADU pursuant to Government Code Section 66323(a)(1) or an ADU under 750 square feet.
b. If an ADU is required to have new and separate water or sewer meter connections; the connection fee and capacity charge shall be proportionate to the burden of the ADU based upon its square feet and shall not exceed the reasonable cost of providing the service.

DG. Application for ADU/JADU.

The construction or installation of an ADU/JADU is a ministerial decision as required by State law in accordance with the review and approval scheme set forth in Government Code Sections 66310, et. seq 65852.2 and 65852.22. Ministerial approvals are not subject to review at a public hearing. Construction of an ADU shall be subject to administrative (ministerial) review as follows:

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1. Submittal of building plans accompanied by the following forms and information:
a. A completed Project Application Form for ADU or JADU, as applicable, provided by the Planning Department and signed by the owner and applicant (if different from the owner), under penalty of perjury.
b. Materials and information required by the ADU/JADU Application Checklist, provided by the Planning Department.

2. Planning Department shall verify completeness of materials required and determine applicability of any municipal code requirements and reviews. 3. ADU Exemption. As set forth in Government Code section 65852.2(e)(1), certain categories of ADUs shall be permitted without applying local development standards (e.g. limits on lot size, unit size, parking, height, setback, landscaping, or aesthetics) if proposed on a lot developed with one single-family home. ADUs and JADUs eligible for this automatic approval include but are not limited to:
a. An ADU converted from existing space in the home or another structure (e.g. a garage) so long as the ADU can be accessed from the exterior and has setbacks sufficient for fire safety.
b. A new detached ADU that is no larger than 800 square feet, has a maximum height of 16 feet, and has rear and side setbacks of 4 feet. c. A JADU that complies with the requirements of Government Code section 65852.22.
d. One ADU and one JADU may be allowed on a single-family lot as set forth in Government Code section 65852(e)(1)(B).
e. ADUs added to multi-family buildings, in compliance with Government Code section 65852 (e)(1) (C) & (D).

4. ADU Permit. Non-exempt ADUs shall be reviewed for compliance with the Development Standards described in paragraph (C)(5) of this section, except as otherwise set forth herein.

53. Exceptions. The standards and regulations for ADUs/JADUs apply to the accessory dwelling unit only. When the accessory dwelling unit is an integral component of a larger project or when other permits are required that are subject to discretionary review by the Zoning Administrator or Planning Commission, building permits for the accessory dwelling units may be issued concurrently or only after associated approvals for the larger project have been secured.

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64. Subsequent to Planning Department review and approval, building plans and applicable permit application(s) shall be submitted to the building department. No ADU/JADU may be constructed until the building department has issued required permits and approvals necessary for the proposed construction.

E. Fees. The following fees shall apply:

1. Development Impact Fees.
a. No development impact fees are required for an ADU that is less than 750 square feet in floor area.
b. Any development impact fee that is required for an ADU that is 750 square feet or larger in floor area shall be charged proportionately in relation to the square footage of the principal dwelling unit. “Development impact fee” here does not include any connection fee or capacity charge for water or sewer service.

2. Connection Fees. The following connection fees and/or capacity charges for water and sewer are required:
a. None for ADUs under 750 square feet.
b. Construction of new or proposed detached ADU over 750 square feet may require new meter connections; the fee shall be proportionate to the burden of the ADU based upon its square feet and shall not exceed the reasonable cost of providing the service.

C. Section 19.16.020 of Chapter of 19.16 of Title 19 of the Buellton Municipal Code is hereby repealed in its entirety:
§ 19.16.020 Accessory dwelling units.

Applicability. Procedures and standards for accessory dwelling units are set forth in Section 19.06.180.

D. Section 19.18.018 of Chapter 19.18 of Title 19 of the Buellton Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
§ 19.18.018. Development standards.

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The following development standards shall apply to all mixed-use projects within the city of Buellton. For each mixed-use project, the development standards that apply are from the primary use (base zone) zoning.

A. General Requirements for All Zoning Districts.

1. The primary use must be consistent with the underlying zoning designation and must be equivalent to 50% or greater of the total floor space.

2. Tentative and final or parcel maps shall be required for all mixed-use projects that include the creation of lots, condominiums, stock cooperatives, community apartments, and planned unit developments, both new and conversion.

3. Mixed-use projects along the Avenue of Flags and certain portions of State Highway 246 within Specific Plan areas are also subject to the development standards contained in the applicable Specific Plan Avenue of Flags/ Highway 246 Urban Design Plan.

4. Mixed-use projects are subject to the design requirements of the Community Design Guidelines.

B. RM (Residential Multi-Family) Zoning District.

Minimum Lot Area 8,000 square feet
Residential Density Pursuant to Section 19.02.120(C)
Height Limit 35 feet
Setbacks Refer to Section 19.04.160 for the measurement of, and exceptions to, setback requirements
Front 10 feet
Side 5 feet
Exception: mixed-use projects adjoining an R-1 zone shall provide one-half foot of setback for each foot of building height
Street Side 10 feet
Rear 10 feet
Exception: mixed-use projects adjoining an R-1 zone shall provide one-half foot of setback for each foot of building height (minimum of 10 feet)
Interior 5 feet between a habitable building and any other building Parking Areas 15 feet from street property line, 5 feet from all other property lines
Site Coverage 50% of net site area
Landscaping/Open Space See Section 19.18.022

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C. CN (Neighborhood Commercial) Zoning District.

Minimum Lot Area None
Residential Density 8 dwelling units per acre
Height Limit 30 feet
Setbacks Refer to Section 19.04.160 for the measurement of, and exceptions to, setback requirements
Front 5 feet
Side None
Exception: mixed-use projects adjoining an R-1 zone shall provide one-half foot of setback for each foot of building height
Street Side 5 feet
Rear 10 feet
Exception: mixed-use projects adjoining an R-1 zone shall provide one-half foot of setback for each foot of building height (minimum of 10 feet)
Interior None unless required by the California Building Code Parking Areas 5 feet from all property lines
Site Coverage 60% of net site area
Landscaping/Open Space See Section 19.18.022
D. CR (General Commercial) Zoning District—Avenue of Flags Urban Design Area.

Minimum Lot Area None
Residential Density 10 units per acre; density may be increased to 12 units per acre if 60% of the units are 1 bedroom or less
Height Limit 35 feet
Setbacks Refer to Section 19.04.160 for the measurement of, and exceptions to, setback requirements
Front First floor, none; second floor, 5 to 10 feet (a minimum of 25% and a maximum of 40% of the frontage shall be at 5
feet); third floor, 10 to 15 feet (a minimum of 25% and a maximum of 40% of the frontage shall be at 10 feet)
Side None
Exception: mixed-use projects adjoining an R-1 zone shall provide one-half foot of setback for each foot of building height

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Street Side Avenue of Flags Urban Design Area: first floor, none; second floor, 5 to 10 feet (a minimum of 25% and a maximum of
40% of the frontage shall be at 5 feet); third floor, 10 to 15 feet (a minimum of 25% and a maximum of 40% of the
frontage shall be at 10 feet)
Rear 10 feet
Exception: mixed-use projects adjoining an R-1 zone shall provide one-half foot of setback for each foot of building height (minimum of 10 feet)
Interior None unless required by the California Building Code Parking Areas 5 feet from all property lines
Site Coverage 60% of net site area
Landscaping/Open Space See Section 19.18.022
ED. CRS (General Service Commercial) Zoning District—Outside of Avenue of Flags Urban Design Specific Plan Areas.

Minimum Lot Area None
Residential Density 8 dwelling units per acre
Height Limit 30 feet
Setbacks Refer to Section 19.04.160 for the measurement of, and exceptions to, setback requirements
Front First floor, 15 feet; second floor, 15 to 20 feet (a minimum of 25% and a maximum of 40% of the frontage shall be at 15 feet); third floor, 20 to 25 feet (a minimum of 25% and a maximum of 40% of the frontage shall be at 20 feet)
Side None
Exception: mixed-use projects adjoining an R-1 zone shall provide one-half foot of setback for each foot of building height
Street Side First floor, 10 feet; second floor, 10 to 15 feet (a minimum of 25% and a maximum of 40% of the frontage shall be at 10 feet); third floor, 15 to 20 feet (a minimum of 25% and a maximum of 40% of the frontage shall be at 15 feet)
Rear 10 feet
Exception: mixed-use projects adjoining an R-1 zone shall provide one-half foot of setback for each foot of building height (minimum of 10 feet)
Interior None unless required by the California Building Code Parking Areas 5 feet from all property lines

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Site Coverage 60% of net site area
Landscaping/Open Space See Section 19.18.022
FE. CS (Service Commercial) Zoning District.

Minimum Lot Area None
Residential Density 8 units per acre, subject to Section 19.18.028 Height Limit 40 feet
Setbacks Refer to Section 19.04.160 for the measurement of, and exceptions to, setback requirements
Front 10 feet
Side None
Exception: mixed-use projects adjoining an R-1 zone shall provide one-half foot of setback for each foot of building height
Street Side 10 feet
Rear 10 feet
Exception: mixed-use projects adjoining an R-1 zone shall provide one-half foot of setback for each foot of building height (minimum of 10 feet)
Interior None unless required by the California Building Code Parking Areas 5 feet from all property lines
Site Coverage 60% of net site area
Landscaping/Open Space See Section 19.18.022
GF. M (Industrial) Zoning District.

Minimum Lot Area None
Residential Density 8 dwelling units per acre, subject to Section 19.18.028 Height Limit 45 feet
Setbacks Refer to Section 19.04.160 for the measurement of, and exceptions to, setback requirements
Front 10 feet
Side None
Exception: mixed-use projects adjoining an R-1 zone shall provide one-half foot of setback for each foot of building height
Street Side 10 feet

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Rear 10 feet
Exception: mixed-use projects adjoining an R-1 zone shall provide one-half foot of setback for each foot of building height (minimum of 10 feet)
Interior None unless required by the California Building Code Parking Areas 5 feet from all property lines
Site Coverage 60% of net site area
Landscaping/Open Space See Section 19.18.022
E. Section 19.18.024 of Chapter 19.18 of Title 19 of the Buellton Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
§ 19.18.024. Performance standards.

A. CC&Rs are required for all mixed-use projects and shall include provisions notifying future residential tenants and owners of the potential noise and nuisance impacts of living in a mixed-use project.

B. Outdoor Lighting. Outdoor lighting shall be shielded in a manner that prevents a direct line between its luminary and any residentially zoned or residentially developed parcel.

Within 50 feet of a residentially zoned parcel, lighting shall be installed no higher than 20 feet above the ground directly below the light fixture. Outdoor lighting shall not exceed the following levels:

1. One-half foot-candles at the property line if the subject property abuts a residential zoning district.

2. Two foot-candles at the property line if the subject property abuts a nonresidential zoning district.

C. Glare and Heat. Glare and heat from arc welding, acetylene torch cutting, or similar processes shall be contained within a completely enclosed and vented building.

D. Odors. The odors released from any operation or activity shall not exceed detectable concentrations beyond any lot lines. Commercial or industrial uses with attached residential units provide state-of-the art ventilation systems to prevent odors from penetrating the attached residential units.

E. Vibration. No use, activity, or process shall produce vibrations that are perceptible without instruments at the property line for more than three minutes in any one hour of the day between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. No use, activity, or process shall produce any vibrations between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m.

F. Hours of Operation. Unless otherwise approved through a Development Plan, the hours of operation for any commercial or industrial component of a mixed-use project with a residential component, except live-work/work-live units, shall not begin before 7:00 a.m. or

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continue after 9:00 p.m. These hours of operation shall include other activities directly related to the operation of the commercial or industrial component, including, but not limited to, deliveries and cleaning activities. Projects within Specific Plan areas the Avenue of Flags Urban Design Area are exempt from the time limitations of this section, and hours of operation for these projects should be considered on a case-by-case basis. except that deliveries and cleaning activities shall not occur before 6:00 a.m. or after midnight. However, normal indoor cleaning functions are not subject to these time limitations.

G. All work shall be performed entirely indoors unless otherwise approved through the development plan. Any outdoor work allowed through a development plan shall not be performed in designated parking areas, drive aisles, or landscape areas. All approved outdoor work areas shall not be counted as required open space or landscaping.

H. Flammable, Explosive, and Combustible Materials. The use or storage of flammable, explosive, or combustible materials shall at all times comply with the adopted Uniform Fire Prevention Code, California Building Code, and all other applicable adopted ordinances or regulations of the city of Buellton, county of Santa Barbara, state of California, and the federal government.

I. Noise. All mixed-use projects shall comply with the adopted noise regulations of the city of Buellton.

J. Staircases. All stairways that connect adjacent levels, stories or floors shall be provided with an intermediate landing at the mid-height level and shall otherwise comply with all other applicable building code provisions in effect at the time of submittal application.

Alternatively, elevators may be provided.

K. Three-bedroom Units. A maximum of five percent of the dwelling units may be three-bedroom units. Percentagesshall be rounded to the nearest whole number. Four-bedroom and more units are prohibited.

SECTION 3. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of a court of competent jurisdiction, the holding shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining provisions, and the Council declares that it would have adopted each provision of this ordinance irrespective of the validity of any other provision.

SECTION 4. The City Clerk is directed to: (i) certify this Ordinance and cause it to be published in the manner required by law.; (ii) make typographical, grammatical and similar corrections in the final text of the Ordinance so long as such corrections do not constitute substantive changes in context; and (iii) cause the Buellton Municipal Code to be reprinted by deleting language contained within Section 2 of this Ordinance that is stricken and adding language that is double underlined.

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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 22nd day of May, 2025.

_______________________________
David Silva
Mayor
ATTEST:
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Linda Reid
City Clerk

CITY OF BUELLTON
City Council Agenda Staff Report
City Manager Review: SW
Council Agenda Item No.: 5
To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Scott Wolfe, City Manager
Meeting Date: May 22, 2025
Subject: Approval of Memorandum of Agreement and Internal User Agreement for Genasys EVAC Solution in Conjunction with Santa Barbara County Office of Emergency Management
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BACKGROUND
The Santa Barbara County Office of Emergency Management has selected Genasys EVAC as a software-based tool to assist with the identification of areas of action in emergency situations. This tool will enable the County first responders and emergency managers (along with staff from each City) to select and map areas for protective actions (such as evacuations, boil water notices, shelter in place orders, etc.) and inform emergency responders and the general public of these actions and the areas affected. This mapping will occur using pre-identified zones which have been developed through discussions with public safety personnel and staff representatives from each City. This tool will enhance the ability of the County, the cities, and the key public safety agencies in the County to coordinate activities; make quicker, more informed decisions; and put information out to the public more quickly, accurately, and understandably that is possible using current methods.

The County plans to launch this system in June and, in preparation for this launch, needs each jurisdiction to approve a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) and an Internal User Agreement. These documents establish the activities to be conducted using the Genasys EVAC solution, the roles and responsibilities of the County and the cities in its implementation. The County Board of Supervisors will be considering these documents at their meeting of June 3, 2025.

There is no charge to the City at this time for this service as the cost for the initial term of service is being borne by the County OEM. Nevertheless, there will be costs associated with the implementation of this solution, primarily in the form of staff time involving initial training in the use of the package. Some staff time on the part of the City Manager has already been spent working with OEM and SBSO to establish and fine-tune the initial zones input into Genasys EVAC. The staff time anticipated as part of the implementation of this solution will be part of the staff time necessary to ensure that City staff is adequately trained to respond to emergencies and disasters generally.

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FISCAL IMPACT
There is no anticipated impact to City expenditures as a result of action on this matter, although some staff time allocation will be required.

RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute the MOA and sign Internal User Agreements as the City’s Representative.

ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1 - Memorandum of Agreement between Santa Barbara County Office of Emergency Management and City of Buellton
Attachment 2 - Genasys EVAC Internal User Agreement

Memorandum of Agreement between Santa Barbara County Office of Emergency Management and BUELLTON Regarding Activation of the ReadySBC Alerts System and Access to and Use of Emergency Zone Mapping Solution

MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT

BETWEEN

SANTA BARBARA COUNTY OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
AND

CITY OF BUELLTON

REGARDING ACTIVATION OF THE READYSBC ALERTS SYSTEM AND ACCESS TO

AND USE OF EMERGENCY ZONE MAPPING SOLUTION
THIS MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT (hereafter “Agreement”) is made by and between the Santa Barbara County Office of Emergency Management, with an address at 4408 Cathedral Oaks Rd., Santa Barbara, CA 93110 (hereafter “SBC OEM”), and the City of Buellton, with an address at 107 W. Highway 246, Buellton, CA 93427 (hereafter “BUELLTON”), wherein SBC OEM and BUELLTON (the “parties”) agree:

WHEREAS, the purpose of this Agreement is to set forth the terms and conditions for 1) activation processes of the County’s ReadySBC Alerts system powered by Everbridge and 2) access to and use of emergency zone mapping solution powered by Genasys EVAC (hereafter “Genasys EVAC”); and
WHEREAS, the County ReadySBC Alerts system allows for rapid dissemination of public alerts during emergencies and includes the following delivery methods: email; text message; voice phone calls; TTY/TDD for the deaf and hard of hearing; Nixle text message and email; Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (“IPAWS”) Wireless Emergency Alerts (“WEA”) and Emergency Alert System (“EAS”) notifications; and WHEREAS, Genasys EVAC features 1) local, state, and federal sourced decision support data via a map-based platform to aid public safety agencies during emergencies, 2) preidentified emergency zones that support streamlined protective actions decisions, such as evacuations and sheltering in place, and 3) a public-facing emergency zones map accessed via an online browser and mobile app; and
WHEREAS, SBC OEM is the Santa Barbara County Operational Area (SBC OA) emergency alerting authority and is responsible for overseeing local emergency alerting policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs), maintaining alerting software and hardware, training a cadre of qualified alert originators, and along with Sheriff’s Dispatch staff, disseminates alerts to inform the public of imminent or occurring hazards and necessary protective actions; and
WHEREAS, SBC OEM is the implementation and administrative agency of Genasys EVAC.

SBC OEM is responsible for system and data management, contract management, development and maintenance of policies and SOPs, monitoring of appropriate use, and granting access to authorized public safety agencies and jurisdictions within the Santa Barbara SBC OA; and
WHEREAS, SBC OA cities, special districts, and other agencies charged with public health and safety responsibilities may request activation of the County ReadySBC Alerts system when a hazard or incident poses a threat to the community and protective actions are necessary to protect life and property; and

Memorandum of Agreement between Santa Barbara County Office of Emergency Management and BUELLTON Regarding Activation of the ReadySBC Alerts System and Access to and Use of Emergency Zone Mapping Solution

WHEREAS, the term “internal user access” refers to agencies utilizing SBC OEM’s instance of Genasys EVAC to facilitate internal and multi-jurisdictional, all-hazards protective action decision-making and convey those decisions to public safety partners, emergency alert originators, and the public; and
WHEREAS, BUELLTON recognizes Genasys EVAC is intended to enhance capabilities to quickly and effectively convey protective action decisions to co-responders and the public, and is not intended to replace or address gaps in planning efforts; and WHEREAS, BUELLTON seeks to establish an agreement with SBC OEM in the event BUELLTON wishes to activate the County ReadySBC Alerts system, and to directly access and utilize Genasys EVAC; and
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and conditions contained herein, the parties agree as follows:

1. RECITALS. The above recitals are true and correct and are incorporated here by this reference.

2. DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE. Kelly Hubbard, Director of the Santa Barbara County Office of Emergency Management (phone number (805) 681-5524), is the representative of SBC OEM and will administer this Agreement for and on behalf of SBC OEM and the SBC OA. Scott Wolfe, City Manager (phone number (805) 686- 7429), is the authorized representative for BUELLTON. Changes in designated representatives shall be made with advance written notice to the other party and does not require amendments to this Agreement.

3. NOTICES. Any notice or consent required or permitted to be given under this Agreement shall be given to the respective parties in writing, by personal delivery or email, or with postage prepaid by first class mail, registered or certified mail, or express courier service, as follows:

To SBC OEM: Kelly Hubbard, Director
Santa Barbara County Office of Emergency Management
4408 Cathedral Oaks Road
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
Email: [email protected]
To BUELLTON: Scott Wolfe, City Manager
City of Buellton
P.O. Box 1819
107 W. Highway 246
Buellton, CA 93427
Email: [email protected]
or at such other address or to such other person that the parties may from time to time designate in accordance with this Notices section. If sent by first class mail, notices and consents under this section shall be deemed to be received five (5) days following their deposit in the U.S. mail. This Notices section shall not be construed as meaning that either party agrees to service of process except as required by applicable law.

4. TERM, REVIEW FREQUENCY, AND REVISIONS. This Agreement is effective on the

Memorandum of Agreement between Santa Barbara County Office of Emergency Management and BUELLTON Regarding Activation of the ReadySBC Alerts System and Access to and Use of Emergency Zone Mapping Solution

date of the last signature and shall remain in place until either party wishes to revise it or terminate it. Either party may terminate the Agreement in part or in whole for any reason with a 90-day written notification to the other party. The informing party must specify if the Agreement termination is specific to County ReadySBC Alerts activation, internal user access to the Genasys EVAC system, or both. Any significant revisions to this Agreement will be communicated and coordinated between the designated representatives and result in a newly signed Agreement or amendments.

A. Cities with contracted County Fire and Sheriff’s Office services: If BUELLTON decides to terminate this Agreement, a written notification must be received by SBC OEM at least 90 days in advance of the intent to terminate.

Termination of this Agreement may include 1) the intent to no longer request activation of the County ReadySBC Alerts system and/or 2) no longer utilizing Genasys EVAC for protective action decision-making and public mapping purposes.
i. BUELLTON will be responsible for any potential costs associated with transferring the agency’s data to them, if requested by BUELLTON. ii. At the time of written notification for termination, BUELLTON must also indicate if they will continue utilizing the pre-identified emergency zones and move this data into another map-based platform or will rescind their jurisdiction’s pre-identified emergency zones.
iii. If termination includes no longer using the Genasys EVAC system, BUELLTON agrees to allow their zone (if zones will remain the same in another platform) and jurisdictional data to remain within Genasys EVAC system. This information will be utilized by the County and partner agencies to support BUELLTON alert requests, mutual aid concepts, and situational awareness only. County agrees to remove zones and data from Genasys public-facing maps.
iv. If the decision to terminate this Agreement includes rescinding preidentified emergency zones for a City with County contracted public safety services, BUELLTON agrees to consult and reach a consensus with County Fire and/or Sheriff’s Office leadership on this decision and any alternatives. County Fire and Sheriff’s Office may have contractual stipulations with the city on adequate pre-planning, protocols, and response tools in order to fulfill public safety duties, including those related to emergency and disaster response efforts.
v. BUELLTON must also issue a public statement notifying residents and stakeholders of the intent to terminate use of the County ReadySBC Alerts system and/or Genasys EVAC platform as soon as possible and within 30 days of the Agreement termination date. Notifications shall include where to find emergency zone information, how to receive local alerts from that agency, and considerations for that agency during an emergency.
vi. These Agreement clauses do not apply in the event the County terminates its contract with Genasys and transitions all emergency zones and data to another platform.

B. If the County terminates the use of Genasys EVAC or Genasys EVAC agreement expires and is not renewed:

Memorandum of Agreement between Santa Barbara County Office of Emergency Management and BUELLTON Regarding Activation of the ReadySBC Alerts System and Access to and Use of Emergency Zone Mapping Solution

i. SBC OEM will coordinate with County Fire and Sheriff’s Office to make formal recommendations for contract termination or planning upon expiration and non-renewal of the Genasys EVAC agreement. These County departments may consult with BUELLTON and other impacted agencies prior to making any formal recommendations, but the County retains all rights to make final contract termination decisions. ii. In the event of a contract termination or non-renewal decision, BUELLTON will be informed in writing and provided initial transition timelines. All attempts will be made to provide as much transition time as possible. SBC OEM will facilitate meetings with BUELLTON and other impacted partners to discuss data and records transfer, coordinated public and stakeholder notification, and any modifications to alerting and mapping software or workflows.
iii. The County may offer to coordinate and provide access to an alternative countywide map-based emergency zone mapping and/or public information software solution and establish a new MOA with BUELLTON.

However, the County is not required to provide an alternative software solution. If the County does not offer an alternative software solution, BUELLTON understands it is responsible for pursuing their own data, mapping, and public information solutions at their discretion.

5. AGENCY/JURISDICTION RESPONSIBILITIES ATTESTATION. Attachment A of this Agreement requires the signatory for BUELLTON to attest to and comply with Agency/Jurisdiction core responsibilities that are critical to countywide unity, standardization, and successful coordination on alerting concepts and the Genasys EVAC system.

6. COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA PUBLIC ALERT AND WARNING POLICY.

BUELLTON agrees to abide by the County of Santa Barbara Public Alert and Warning Policy when requesting alerts be sent on their behalf through the ReadySBC Alerts system, as well as access and authorized use guidelines for Genasys EVAC. SBC OEM coordinates updates to this policy on an annual basis or as needed and will distribute updated versions to stakeholders. The policy includes but is not limited to:

A. Accessing decision-support data, GIS layers, and hazard simulation features within the Genasys EVAC internal user platform;
B. Coordinating protective action decision consensus with co-responding agencies and jurisdictions, including any contract Cities;
C. Confirming verbal and/or written approval from decision-makers (i.e., field Incident Commander, Risk Decision Teams);
D. Submitting a request for activation of the ReadySBC Alerts system (including any Wireless Emergency Alerts), and general processes for activation of the publicfacing emergency zones map based on County, City, special district, and key partner agency protocols;
E. BUELLTON will be responsible for publishing any incident specific sheltering

Memorandum of Agreement between Santa Barbara County Office of Emergency Management and BUELLTON Regarding Activation of the ReadySBC Alerts System and Access to and Use of Emergency Zone Mapping Solution

locations, traffic control points, road closures, or other emergency information as appropriate on the Genasys EVAC public-facing emergency zones map.

F. BUELLTON will be responsible for initiating and analyzing any hazard simulation features and data in Genasys EVAC in accordance with their emergency response protocols.

Additionally, BUELLTON recognizes that Genasys EVAC is not an emergency alerting tool. Genasys’ public-facing emergency zone map is intended to visually support emergency alerts. Therefore, the utilization of Genasys EVAC requires all cooperating agencies to still take separate action to address emergency alerting and public notification, including working closely with County Sheriff Dispatch and SBC OEM to coordinate primary emergency alerting processes when needed.

7. AB 1638 REQUIREMENTS AND PRE-SCRIPTED BILINGUAL ALERT AND WARNING MESSAGES. BUELLTON recognizes and is familiar with California Assembly Bill (AB) 1638 requirements for providing timely, accurate, and accessible emergency information to all residents in English and any other locally prevalent nonEnglish languages. Per the American Community Survey 5-Year Data (2019-2023), all jurisdictions within Santa Barbara County meet the 5% population threshold for Spanish speakers that speak English “less than very well”. Therefore, agencies/jurisdiction are required to provide emergency information in at minimum English and Spanish to comply with AB 1638. Agencies are required to review language requirements every 5 years. To this end, BUELLTON agrees to utilize SBC OEM provided pre-scripted bilingual English/Spanish alert and warning messages when activation of the ReadySBC Alerts system is requested. The pre-scripted messages may also be utilized for other incident communications such as social media, websites, etc. Additionally, Agencies will utilize identical bi or multilingual messages within Genasys EVAC. BUELLTON recognizes these scripts have been vetted for compliance with federal Code of Regulation requirements, California State Alert and Warning guidance, and best practices. Ultimately, compliance with AB 1638 is the responsibility of BUELLTON.

LANGUAGE FOR AGENCIES WITH OWN ALERT SYSTEM: BUELLTON
recognizes and is familiar with California Assembly Bill (AB) 1638 requirements for providing timely, accurate, and accessible emergency information to all residents in English and any other locally prevalent non-English languages. Per the American Community Survey 5-Year Data (2019-2023), all jurisdictions within Santa Barbara County meet the 5% population threshold for Spanish speakers that speak English “less than very well”. Therefore, agencies/jurisdiction are required to provide emergency information in at minimum English and Spanish to comply with AB 1638.

Agencies are required to review language requirements every 5 years. At their discretion, BUELLTON may utilize SBC OEM provided pre-scripted bilingual English/Spanish alert and warning messages to help them meet these requirements.

It is best practice to utilize identical messages throughout all public information methods, including emergency mapping. BUELLTON recognizes these scripts have been vetted for compliance with federal Code of Regulation requirements, California State Alert and Warning guidance, and best practices. Ultimately, compliance with AB 1638 is the responsibility of BUELLTON.

Memorandum of Agreement between Santa Barbara County Office of Emergency Management and BUELLTON Regarding Activation of the ReadySBC Alerts System and Access to and Use of Emergency Zone Mapping Solution

A. In the event BUELLTON identifies other non-English speaking communities that make up 5% or more of their jurisdiction or service territory population (e.g., Mixteco speakers), BUELLTON is responsible for coordinating and providing translated emergency alerting language and messaging to SBC OEM or Sheriff’s Dispatch personnel for alerting and emergency mapping purposes.

B. In the event BUELLTON has an incident that falls outside of the SBC OEM prescripted alert and warning messages, that agency is responsible for coordinating and providing multilingual (English and Spanish required, as well as other languages as identified in 8.A.) alerting language and messaging to SBC OEM or Sheriff’s Dispatch personnel for alerting and emergency mapping purposes.

C. BUELLTON recognizes that any time it can pre-identify additional languages and/or additional incidents outside of SBC OEM’s pre-scripted alert and warning messages in which they can provide 8.A. and/or 8.B. in advance can significantly increase the speed of which alerts can be sent to the public.

8. UNIFIED PUBLIC EDUCATION
A. BUELLTON recognizes the importance of collaborative public education and information efforts to reach all segments of the community with a unified message. BUELLTON agrees to promote ReadySBC Alerts and Genasys EVAC as Santa Barbara County’s primary alert and warning system and emergency zone mapping solution, respectively.

LANGUAGE FOR AGENCIES WITH OWN ALERT SYSTEM:

BUELLTON recognizes the importance of collaborative public education and information efforts to reach all segments of the community with a unified message. BUELLTON plans to continue utilizing and promoting their own alerting system to their public audience and will promote Genasys EVAC as Santa Barbara County’s primary emergency zone mapping solution. BUELLTON is encouraged to also promote or share information on ReadySBC Alerts with their public audience that may live or work in other parts of the county.

B. BUELLTON agrees to coordinate with SBC OEM on utilization of approved key messages, public education assets, website content and materials that are consistent with ReadySBC branding guidelines.

C. SBC OEM agrees to host the Genasys EVAC public-facing emergency zones map 24/7/365 on the County’s www.ReadySBC.org website. Additionally, Agencies can embed or post a link to the emergency zones map on their own website. During an incident, Agencies can:
i. Direct residents to access the map by navigating to www.ReadySBC.org.

However, BUELLTON is responsible for contacting the SBC OEM Duty Officer to request posting of active incident specific information on www.ReadySBC.org in accordance with the County Public Alert and Warning policy; or
ii. Embed or post a link to the emergency zones map on their own website and direct residents to access the map and incident specific information

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only on their site.

9. ASSOCIATED COSTS.

A. The Everbridge software powering the ReadySBC Alerts system is currently funded by the County’s General Fund. There is no associated cost to BUELLTON with requesting emergency alert notifications from the County. i. Should funding be cancelled, or not approved for future years, the County may request a cost share with participating agencies or may choose to cancel the program.

B. The Genasys EVAC software-as-a-service is currently funded for 4 years (FY 24/25 through FY 27/28) through the Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP). i. Should Homeland Security Grant funding be cancelled, or not approved for future years, the County may request a cost share with participating agencies or may choose to cancel the program.

C. Any costs associated with each party’s role in executing, implementing, and maintaining the requirements and responsibilities stated within this Agreement are the responsibility of each respective party. Should there be associated costs related to third-party software enhancements, data coordination, etc., the parties agree to discuss potential mutual benefits and the possibility of a cost-share agreement.

D. Should funding considerations change, SBC OEM will work with participating agencies to amend this agreement, and terms as discussed and agreed to at that time.

10. INDEMNIFICATION AND INSURANCE. In lieu of and notwithstanding the pro rata risk allocation which might otherwise be imposed between the parties pursuant to California Government Code Section 895.6, the parties agree that all losses or liabilities incurred by a party shall not be shared pro rata but instead all parties agree that pursuant to California Government Code Section 895.4, each of the parties hereto shall fully indemnify and hold each of the other parties, their officers, board members, employees and agents, harmless from any claim, expense or cost, damage or liability imposed for injury (as defined by California Government Code Section 810.8) occurring by reason of the negligent acts or omissions or willful misconduct of the indemnifying party, its officers, board members, employees or agents, under or in connection with or arising out of any work, authority or jurisdiction delegated to such party under this Agreement. No party, nor any officer, board member, employee or agent thereof shall be responsible for any damage or liability occurring by reason of the negligent acts or omissions or willful misconduct of other parties hereto, their officers, board members, employees or agents, under or in connection with or arising out of any work, authority or jurisdiction delegated to such other parties under this Agreement.

Each party shall maintain its own insurance coverage, through commercial insurance, self-insurance or a combination thereof, against any claim, expense, cost, damage, or liability arising out of the performance of its responsibilities pursuant to this Agreement.

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11. NON-ASSIGNMENT. The parties shall not assign, transfer or subcontract this Agreement or any of its rights or obligations under this Agreement without the prior written consent of the other party, and any attempt to so assign, subcontract or transfer without such consent shall be void and without legal effect and shall constitute grounds for termination.

12. SECTION HEADINGS. The headings of several sections and any Table of Contents appended hereto, shall be solely for convenience of reference and shall not affect the meaning, construction or effect hereof.

13. SEVERABILITY. If any one or more of the provisions contained herein shall for any reason be found to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable in any respect, then such provision or provisions shall be deemed severable from the remaining provisions hereof, and such invalidity, illegality or unenforceability shall not affect any other provision hereof, and this Agreement shall be construed as if such invalid, illegal or unenforceable provision had never been contained herein.

14. ENTIRE AGREEMENT AND AMENDMENT. In conjunction with the matters considered herein, this Agreement contains the entire understanding and agreement of the parties and there have been no promises, representations, agreements, warranties or undertakings by any of the parties, either oral or written, of any character or nature hereafter binding except as set forth herein. This Agreement may be altered, amended or modified only by an instrument in writing, executed by the parties to this Agreement and by no other means. Each party waives their future right to claim, contest or assert that this Agreement was modified, canceled, superseded, or changed by any oral agreements, course of conduct, waiver or estoppel.

15. SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS. All representations, covenants and warranties set forth in this Agreement, by or on behalf of, or for the benefit of any or all of the parties hereto, shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of such party, its successors, and assigns.

16. COMPLIANCE WITH LAW. Each party shall, at its sole cost and expense, comply with all County, State and Federal ordinances and statutes now in force or which may hereafter be in force with regard to this Agreement.

17. CALIFORNIA LAW AND JURISDICTION. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of California. Any litigation regarding this Agreement or its contents shall be filed in the County of Santa Barbara, if in state court, or the federal district court nearest to Santa Barbara County, if in federal court.

18. EXECUTION OF COUNTERPARTS. This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts and each of such counterparts shall for all purposes be deemed to be an original; and all such counterparts, or as many of them as the parties shall preserve undestroyed, shall together constitute one and the same instrument.

19. AUTHORITY. All signatories and parties to this Agreement warrant and represent that they have the power and authority to enter into this Agreement in the names, titles and capacities herein stated and on behalf of any entities, persons, or firms represented or purported to be represented by such entity(ies), person(s), or firm(s) and that all formal requirements necessary or required by any state and/or federal law in order to enter

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into this Agreement have been fully complied with.

20. SURVIVAL. All provisions of this Agreement which by their nature are intended to survive the termination or expiration of this Agreement shall survive such termination or expiration.
(Signatures on following page.)

Memorandum of Agreement between Santa Barbara County Office of Emergency Management and BUELLTON Regarding Activation of the ReadySBC Alerts System and Access to and Use of Emergency Zone Mapping Solution

Memorandum of Agreement between the Santa Barbara County Office of Emergency Management and the City of Buellton.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement to be effective on the last date of signature below.

SANTA BARBARA COUNTY OFFICE
OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT:

BUELLTON :

By: By:

Kelly Hubbard
SBC OEM Director
Scott Wolfe
City Manager
Date: Date:

APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Gregory Milligan
Risk Management
By:

Risk Manager
Date:

APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Rachel Van Mullem
County Counsel
By:

Deputy County Counsel
Date:

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Attachment A
Buellton Responsibilities Attestation
General Requirements

1. Use of California Standard Statewide Evacuation Terminology BUELLTON is responsible for utilizing California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (CalOES) standardized emergency terminology and definitions (per CalOES Memo dated 5/15/2020) for evacuation and other protective action communications, ensuring consistency and clarity in emergency messaging across agencies and jurisdictions.

Initials: ___________

2. Assigned Point of Contact (POC)
BUELLTON is responsible for assigning a designated Point of Contact that will coordinate with the SBC OEM Alerting Administrator on user access, data management, training and exercise activities, and more. The POC will be BUELLTON’s primary contact for alerting and emergency zone mapping concepts and responsible for actively coordinating and communicating with the SBC OEM Alerting Administrator on a continuous basis. If the POC changes, BUELLTON will notify the SBC OEM Alerting Administrator within 3 days.

Initials: ___________

3. Participation in County User Group
For purposes of ongoing administration, coordination, and continuous improvement, an Alerting and Emergency Zone Mapping User Group will be maintained and led by the SBC OEM Alerting Administrator. The Assigned POC will participate in the User Group as a standing member with authority to represent BUELLTON on needs and issues related to alerting and emergency zone mapping systems. The User Group shall meet on a quarterly basis or more often as needed to coordinate ongoing administration, after-action activities, training, public outreach, any modifications to this Agreement, processes, guidelines and job aids.

Initials: ___________
Data and Technological Management and Security

4. Local Data Management
BUELLTON is responsible for maintaining and updating decision-support data specific to their jurisdictional emergency zones within the Genasys EVAC system.

BUELLTON will review their data and make any necessary changes at minimum every 2 years, to reflect the development of new infrastructure and homes, and following major emergencies as needed. SBC OEM will provide support and

Memorandum of Agreement between Santa Barbara County Office of Emergency Management and BUELLTON Regarding Activation of the ReadySBC Alerts System and Access to and Use of Emergency Zone Mapping Solution

coordination for maintaining and updating data that is applicable countywide. Types of data including but not limited to:
• Pre-identified evacuation critical facilities
• Critical infrastructure (e.g., shelters, hospitals)
• Traffic control points
• Zone-specific information, such as “Commonly Known As” information, zone boundary descriptions, and “Special Considerations”
• New residential or commercial development considerations Initials: ___________

5. Technological Management
Technological evaluation of the Genasys EVAC solution by County IT was conducted during the Request for Proposal (RFP) process to determine compatibility with the County’s existing computing environment. The County has taken an assertive technological posture to mitigate cybersecurity and privacy risks. However, BUELLTON is responsible for conducting due diligence to determine if the Genasys EVAC solution is compatible with their existing technological environment.

BUELLTON is responsible for coordinating with its IT personnel to gather user account information, identify permission and role controls, and support County required security measures (i.e. password controls).

Initials: ___________

6. Data Integrity and Security
BUELLTON recognizes that the County of Santa Barbara’s instance of the Genasys EVAC system is populated with hyper-local data that includes the locations of critical facilities and vulnerable populations. This includes sensitive locations that are not publicly disclosed for safety and security purposes, such as shelters for domestic violence and human trafficking survivors. No personally identifiable information (PII) will be stored within Genasys EVAC. BUELLTON is responsible for taking reasonable measures to protect the security of the Genasys EVAC system and any data accessed or inputted into the system. This includes preventing unauthorized access, data loss, or alteration.

Initials: ___________

7. Procurement and Maintenance of Hardware and Devices
BUELLTON is responsible for maintaining the necessary hardware and devices required by BUELLTON to utilize the Genasys EVAC system, including computers, mobile devices, and any associated equipment needed for operational use.

Initials: ___________

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8. Security Breach Reporting
BUELLTON is required to report to the County POC any suspected or known security breaches to hardware with user accounts or to user accounts as soon as possible, and no later than 24 hours. BUELLTON agrees to cooperate with the County on any follow-up steps to ensure security is maintained.

Initials: ___________
Management & Users of System

9. Genasys EVAC Internal User Role Permissions
BUELLTON will be granted access to use the following internal user role permission options in the Genasys EVAC system. BUELLTON’s Assigned POC is responsible for assigning role permissions to their internal users based on internal policies and protocols for the coordination and execution of emergency protective actions within their jurisdiction.
• Viewer:
o View all zones and zone-specific data.
o View critical evacuation facilities; sheltering, traffic control, road closure locations; and wildfire-related monitoring tools (e.g., Red Flag Warning area, heat detection data).
o View and download PDF zone pre-plans.
o View available custom layers integrated by Santa Barbara County users. o NOTE: Viewers cannot modify any zone data, split/merge zones, or make any information visible in the public-facing emergency zone map. • Editor: All Viewer permissions plus:
o Use the Internal Status Notification feature to internally change the status of a zone. This feature sends an internal email notification to agency leads and designated alerters with the requested zone changes.
o Split and merge any pre-existing zones.
o Modify zone-based data, critical evacuation facilities data, shelter, traffic control, and road closure data.
o Make sheltering, traffic control point, and road closure locations visible in the public-facing emergency zone map.
o Add custom layers and make them visible to all Santa Barbara County users.
o NOTE: Editors will be able to split/merge zones and modify data in the system for all of Santa Barbara County. There is not currently a way to restrict access by jurisdiction, but Editors are only authorized to make changes within their jurisdiction.
• Editor+Alerter: All Viewer and Editor permissions plus:
o Can make zone status changes directly visible in the public-facing emergency zones map.
o Making zone status changes visible in the public-facing emergency zones map DOES NOT result in automatic dissemination of public emergency alerts.

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o NOTE: Editors+Alerters will be able to change public-facing zone status in the system for all of Santa Barbara County. There is not currently a way to restrict access by jurisdiction, but Editors+Alerters are only authorized to make changes within their jurisdiction.

Initials: ___________

10.Data Changes Made by Agency Internal Users
BUELLTON acknowledges that internal users will be able to view data inputted by all other Santa Barbara County agencies and jurisdictions utilizing Genasys EVAC.

Based on their role permissions, Editors and Editor+Alerters will have the ability to make data changes, submit Internal Status Notifications, or make zone status changes live on the public-facing emergency zones map for all Santa Barbara County zones. BUELLTON will ensure that their internal users:
• Do not make changes to areas outside their own jurisdiction’s data and zones unless specifically requested by the outside jurisdiction, such as during an incident when in Unified Command.
• Do not make changes to BUELLTON’s data and zones outside of emergencies (aka “blue skies”) unless expressly authorized to do so by BUELLTON’s leadership and/or BUELLTON’s Genasys EVAC POC.
• If they make any temporary changes to BUELLTON’s data and zones in the course of an emergency, internal users are responsible for restoring the data and zones to original settings.

Initials: ___________

11.Management of Internal Users
BUELLTON is responsible for managing its own internal users within the Genasys EVAC system, including:
• Maintaining a roster of current internal users and their role permissions. • Coordinating with the SBC OEM Alerting Administrator to add and remove internal users and update role permissions for internal users. o This includes timely notification to terminate internal user access as needed. Timely notification means advance notification of the internal user’s separation date from the agency whenever possible, but no later than 24 hours after a user’s separation.
o If there are any concerns about potential unauthorized or inappropriate access and use by a current internal user, BUELLTON will contact the SBC OEM Duty Officer immediately to request the user’s account be disabled. • Assigning appropriate roles based on internal user responsibilities and functions.
• Providing any technological devices or internet service capabilities to internal users in order to access the Genasys EVAC when performing duties in the field or assigned work locations.
• Ensuring its internal users sign a County-provided User Agreement and complete the required training prior to access to the system.

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• Ensuring its internal users are authorized to use Genasys EVAC on behalf of BUELLTON in accordance with assigned duties.

Initials: ___________

12. Agency Policy and Job Aids
BUELLTON will create agency-specific internal policies, job aids, SOPs, or supporting documents on alerting coordination and Genasys EVAC utilization addresses the following minimum element:
• Agency personnel positions that will have access to the Genasys EVAC and at what role permission
• Agency personnel positions that are authorized to request activation of the ReadySBC Alerts system (or their own alert system)
• Protocols for protective action decision-making
• Who is the authority to approve protective actions
• English and non-English languages information will be disseminated in accordance with AB 1638 requirements and/or established agency language accessibility policies and plans.

Agency-specific documents will be consistent with the County Alert and Warning Policy, SBC OEM will provide job aid templates and other support resources as developed. SBC OEM provided job aids address step-by-step instructions for requesting activation of the ReadySBC Alerts system and utilizing Genasys EVAC.

BUELLTON is responsible for distributing printed and digital copies of the most current job aids to agency personnel. SBC OEM will provide final digital copies via a shared web-based file system that can be accessed by the POC and designated BUELLTON representatives only. BUELLTON will coordinate with the SBC OEM Alerting Administrator on any updates to job aids periodically and as needed.

Initials: ___________

13.Training Requirements
BUELLTON is responsible for managing and tracking internal user completion of required training, including but not limited to:
• System navigation,
• Data entry and preservation protocols,
• Security and safety considerations for the system,
• User roles and responsibilities, as well as capabilities, • Activation and management of emergency alerts and emergency zone map changes.

Initial hands-on training and super user training will be provided by Genasys and SBC OEM as part of implementation. Following implementation, BUELLTON is responsible for providing hands-on training to new users, refreshers to existing users, and ensuring their internal users understand their role and responsibilities within the Genasys EVAC system and requesting processes for ReadySBC Alerts. These training courses will be in alignment with SBC OEM provided training materials and

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policies. SBC OEM may elect to provide additional hands-on training on a periodic basis to BUELLTON and other county agencies and jurisdictions.

Initials: ___________

14.Genasys Internal User Agreements
BUELLTON is responsible for collecting and managing signed Genasys Internal User Agreement from all internal users. This document is an acknowledgement of their responsibilities regarding the use of the system and compliance with all applicable policies. The County will provide an online file repository for BUELLTON to store and organize completed Genasys Internal User Agreements. Any internal users who violate this agreement will immediately have their access disabled by the SBC OEM.

Initials: ___________

AGENCY USING COUNTY ALERTING SUPPORT

15.Requesting ReadySBC Alerts and Publishing Zone Status Changes, Shelter Locations, and Traffic Control Points on Public-Facing Genasys Emergency Zones Map
BUELLTON retains all responsibility to determine protective actions and to inform their residents appropriately within agreed upon protocols and policies, including how Genasys is utilized for this purpose and coordination of emergency alerts with the County.

BUELLTON is responsible for publishing any incident specific sheltering locations, traffic control points, and road closures directly on the public-facing emergency zones map.

BUELLTON is responsible for initiating and analyzing any hazard simulation features and data in Genasys EVAC in accordance with their emergency response protocols.

Initials: ___________
By signing below, the signatory for BUELLTON acknowledges and agrees to the responsibilities set forth in the Attachment A Attestation:

Full Name: ___________________________
Signature: ____________________________
Date: ________________________________

GENASYS EVAC INTERNAL USER AGREEMENT
This Genasys EVAC Internal User Agreement (hereafter the “Agreement”) is entered into by and between the undersigned individual user (hereafter the “User”), their Agency, and the Santa Barbara County Office of Emergency Management (hereafter “SBC OEM”), for the purpose of accessing and utilizing the Genasys EVAC emergency zone mapping software (hereafter “Genasys EVAC”). This Agreement outlines the terms and conditions for access to, use of, and responsibilities related to the Genasys EVAC for official business only.

By signing this Agreement, User acknowledges and agrees to the following terms:

1. Purpose of Access
The User is granted access to the Genasys EVAC internal platform for the sole purpose of performing official duties related to emergency planning, response and coordination that have been assigned to them by their Agency, including but not limited to:
• Accessing decision-support data and ongoing incident information within Genasys EVAC for situational awareness purposes.
• Coordinating all-hazards evacuation and other public protective action responses. • Following approved activation workflows for decision-making, consensus building with coresponding agencies, requesting emergency alerts and map activation, and publishing changes to the public-facing map, including zone status changes, temporary evacuation points, shelters, traffic control points, and road closures.

2. User Role Permissions
Users are assigned role permissions in Genasys EVAC by their Agency. Role assignment is based on internal policies and protocols for the coordination and execution of emergency protective actions within the Agency’s jurisdiction. The User must be aware of their currently assigned role permissions and isresponsible for notifying their Agency Assigned Point of Contact (POC) if they encounter any issues with their assigned role permissions that impede their ability to fulfill assigned responsibilities. Available user roles and permissions in Genasys are as follows:
• Viewer:
o View all zones and zone-specific data.
o View critical evacuation facilities; sheltering, traffic control, road closure locations; and wildfire-related monitoring tools (e.g., Red Flag Warning area, heat detection data). o View and download PDF zone pre-plans.
o View available custom layers integrated by Santa Barbara County users. o Viewers cannot modify any zone data, split/merge zones, or make any information visible in the public-facing emergency zone map.

• Editor - All Viewer permissions plus:
o Use the Internal Status Notification feature to internally change the status of a zone. This feature sends an internal email notification to agency leads and designated alerters with the requested zone changes.
o Split and merge any pre-existing zones.
o Modify, update or remove zone-based data, including, but not limited to critical evacuation facilities data, shelter, traffic control, and road closure data. o Make sheltering, traffic control points, and road closure locations visible in the public-facing emergency zone map.
o Add custom layers and make them visible to other Santa Barbara County Internal Users. o Editors will be able to split/merge zones and modify data in the system for all of Santa Barbara County. There is no way to restrict access by jurisdiction. • Editor+Alerter - All Viewer and Editor permissions plus:
o Making zone status changes visible in the public-facing emergency zones map. This DOES NOT result in automatic dissemination of public emergency alerts. o When public alerts are needed, Users MUST submit the request 1) to the Sheriff’s Office Dispatch for rapid onset emergencies (e.g., wildfires, terrorist attack) or 2) to SBC OEM for advance warning events (e.g., incoming storm) or when the EOC is already activated in support of the incident.
o Vandenberg Space Force Base and the University of California at Santa Barbara may have alternate activation workflows for requesting public emergency alert dissemination.

Users of these agencies will follow their Agency’s activation alerting and map activation workflows.
o Editors+Alerters will be able to change public-facing zone status in the system for all of Santa Barbara County. There is no way to restrict access by jurisdiction. • Administrator - All Viewer, Editor and Editor+Alerter permissions plus:
o User account and role management.

3. All User Responsibilities

3.1 Access Control - User agrees to safeguard access credentials, including username and password, from being accessed or used by anyone other than themselves. User agrees not to share or disclose credentials with anyone.

3.2 Password Management - User agrees to change their password at least once annually or as directed by their Agency or SBC OEM Genasys Administrator. Passwords must:
• Contain a combination of numbers and uppercase and lowercase letters • Be at least 12 characters in length
• Not match any previously used passwords
• Not contain the User’s account name or parts of the User’s full name.

3.3 Account and Data Protection - User understands that the Genasys EVAC system is populated with hyper-local data that includes the locations of critical facilities and vulnerable populations, including sensitive locations that are not publicly disclosed for safety and security purposes, such as shelters for domestic violence and human trafficking survivors. Users understand that this sensitive data may only be used for response and coordination purposes and should not be shared publicly.

No personally identifiable information (PII) will be stored within Genasys EVAC.

3.4 Reporting Unauthorized Access, Issues or Concerns - User agrees to take reasonable measures to protect the security of Genasys EVAC and any data accessed or inputted into the system. This includes preventing unauthorized access, data loss, or alteration. User agrees to immediately notify their Agency's Assigned POC if:
• They suspect or know of any security breaches or unauthorized access of their account, the platform, or any related systems.
• They experience any technical issues, security concerns, or platform-related problems that may arise during use.

3.5 Internal Coordination - User is responsible for coordinating with relevant internal personnel per their Agency’s Genasys policy and the County’s Alert & Warning Policy to ensure the proper use of the platform and compliance with emergency management protocols.

3.6 Training and Compliance - User acknowledges that they have completed the required training as outlined by SBC OEM and have demonstrated proficiency in using Genasys EVAC. User agrees to continue using the platform in accordance with all training requirements and guidelines.

4. Additional Responsibilities for Editor, Alerter and Administrator Roles

4.1 Accurate Data Management - User will ensure that all data inputted or updated into Genasys EVAC is accurate, complete, and consistent with Agency and SBC OEM policies. Including the following considerations:
• User will not make any permanent changes to their agency’s data within the system without express authorization and approval of their Agency POC, including but not limited to zone data, critical evacuation facilities, pre-identified Temporary Evacuation Points (TEPs) and sheltering locations.
• User will not make any permanent changes to data within the system that is considered county-wide baseline data, without express authorization and approval of their Agency POC and SBC OEM, including but not limited to zone boundaries and descriptions and countyidentified facilities (e.g. TEPs, Shelters, Hospitals) within that agencies jurisdiction. • User is responsible to track any temporary changes to zones and data that they create in the course of an emergency and to restore the zones and data to original settings post incident.

If the User is unfamiliar with how to restore zones and data to original settings, the User will consult their Agency POC.

4.2 Jurisdictional Access - The User understands that they have the ability to make changes for all Santa Barbara County emergency zones and data, including those outside their Agency’s jurisdiction.

Users will not make changes to another jurisdiction’s data and zones unless specifically requested by that jurisdiction, such as when in Unified Command with that jurisdiction.

5. Termination of Access
The User understands that their access to Genasys EVAC may be terminated at any time for failure to comply with the terms of this Agreement or if the User no longer requires access due to a change in job responsibilities. Upon termination of access, User agrees to immediately cease using Genasys EVAC and return any devices or credentials provided.

6. Acknowledgment and Signature
This Agreement ensures that all users are properly informed of their responsibilities when accessing Genasys EVAC, helping to maintain security and data integrity while ensuring compliance with Agency protocols.

By signing below, User acknowledges and agrees to the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.

User further certifies that they will comply with all requirements for accessing and using Genasys EVAC for official business only in accordance with the policies, job aids, and guidelines set by their Agency and SBC OEM.

User Information:

Full Name: ______________________________________
Agency Name: _____________________________________
Access Level: ______________________________________
Signature of User: ___________________________________
Date: ______________________________________________
Agency Assigned POC Information:

POC Name: _________________________________
POC Signature: _______________________________
Date: _______________________________________________

CITY OF BUELLTON
City Council Agenda Staff Report

City Manager Review: SW
Council Agenda Item No.: 6
To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Shannel Zamora, Finance Director
Meeting Date: May 22, 2025
Subject: Public Hearing on Status Vacancies, Recruitment, and Retention Efforts – Government Code Section 3502.03

BACKGROUND
Government Code Section 3502.3 requires public agencies to annually present the status of job vacancies and efforts related to recruitment and retention before the governing board in a public hearing. This hearing must occur at least once per fiscal year and, if a budget is being adopted, before final budget adoption. Additionally, if a recognized employee organization requests it and the vacancy rate in a bargaining unit equals or exceeds 20% of authorized full-time positions, specific data must be disclosed during the hearing.

The purpose of this hearing is to:
• Inform the governing board and public of the current staffing status • Review ongoing recruitment and retention strategies
• Identify any policy, procedural, or systemic barriers to filling vacancies • Provide an opportunity for recognized employee organizations to present feedback • Comply with legal obligations under Government Code Section 3502.3 1) Staffing Overview
a) Total Authorized Full-Time Positions: 20
b) Current Vacancies: 1
c) Overall Vacancy Rate: 5%
2) Recruitment and Retention Efforts
a) Advertising job openings on platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and the city website to reach a wider and more diverse pool of candidates b) Remote work flexibility (where applicable)
c) Authorization of a 3.94% cost-of-living adjustment for FY 2024-25 d) Authorization of a 5.0% cost-of-living adjustment for the upcoming FY 2025-26 e) Providing employees with incentive pay and offering opportunities for professional certifications, licenses, bilingual skills, continuing education programs, and specialized training

Public Hearing-Gov. Section 3502.03 Page 2 May 22, 2025 3) Policy and Procedural Barriers to Hiring
The following factors have been identified as potential obstacles:
a) Budgeted compensation below market median for key classifications b) Location – related challenges due to city’s size, geographical location, and limited candidate pool
c) High housing costs, challenges for relocation and settling for current staff and potential candidates
4) Recognized Employee Organization Presentation
As required by Gov. Code § 3502.3(b), the recognized employee organizations are entitled to make presentations during this hearing. The City of Buellton does not have a bargaining unit, however, a staff member may make a presentation to City Council.

FISCAL IMPACT
None directly associated with this hearing. However, information shared may impact future budget priorities.

RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council conduct a public hearing as required, receive and file this report on the current vacancies, recruitment, and retention efforts as required by Government Code Section 3502.3.

CITY OF BUELLTON
City Council Agenda Staff Report
City Manager Review: SW
Council Agenda Item No.: 7
To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Allison Firey, Recreation Coordinator
Meeting date: May 22, 2025
Subject: Consideration of Arts and Culture Project Applications:

A. Buellton Fall Fest
B. Santa Ynez Valley Wind Ensemble
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BACKGROUND
A. Buellton Fall Festival 2025
The Buellton Fall Festival is a free, family-friendly, 3 day event that began in 2021 and features live music, food vendors, artisan booths and carnival rides. The festival had its largest turnout to date in 2024, with over 19,000 guests. Admission is always free to the event, with rides and food and available for an extra fee. The Buellton community has really taken pride in and embraced this event, and they have also seen an increatse in out of town visitors. En Fuego Events works directly with the Buellton Chamber of Commerce as their official non-profit partner for this event.

En Fuego events requested $20-$25,000 from the Arts and Culture Committee to help cover the expenses of the live music. The Committee decided to recommend an amount of $8,000 to the City Council. This amount would go toward covering the cost of two headlining bands on Saturday and Sunday night of the festival. En Fuego events has promised that the Arts and Culture Committee’s logo will be included in all advertising for the event, will be offered a booth space at the event, and that the Committee may do a brief introduction before the bands play each night to gain exposure for the Arts and Culture grants.

The Arts & Culture Committee discussed the Project at length and recommended approval to the City Council. The full proposal is attached to this report as Exhibit 1.

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B. Santa Ynez Valley Wind Ensemble
The SYV Wind Ensemble is a 501(c)3 non-profit devoted to serving the local community.

While they have been organized and continuously active since 1991, the non-profit status was achieved in 2017. This organization (SYVWE) is composed of about 30 volunteer musicians who contribute dues annually, rehearse weekly, and perform for the public at various events in the Santa Ynez Valley. The SYVWE provides two major formal concerts in the Valley each year, which are always free of charge to the public. These performances have never been held in Buellton before, and they would love to bring their music to our community. This year’s concert would be held at Coastlands Church in Buellton. If approved, these grant funds would be earmarked for expenses related to the Music Director and music scores.

The Arts & Culture Committee discussed the Project at length and recommended approval to the City Council. The full proposal is attached to this report as Exhibit 1.

FISCAL IMPACT
The grant request for the Buellton Fall Fest 2024 is $8,000 and the request for the Santa Ynez Valley Wind Ensemble is $750. The FY 2024/2025 budget has $36,665 remaining.

RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council consider:

A. Approval of $8,000 to fund the headlining bands for the Buellton Fall Fest 2025.

B. Approval of $750 to fund the Santa Ynez Valley Wind Ensemble.

ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1 - En Fuego Events’ Buellton Fall Festival Proposal Attachment 2 - SYV Wind Ensemble Proposal

CITY OF BUELLTON
City Council Agenda Staff Report
City Manager Review: SW
Council Agenda Item No.: 8
To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Andrea Keefer, Planning Director
Meeting Date: May 22, 2025
Subject: Approval of Scope of Work with Associated Transportation Engineers (ATE) for: a) Assistance with Identification of Issues and Developing Policy & Local Standards Pertaining to Traffic and Circulation Related to the Comprehensive General Plan Update; and b) Updating the Interim Traffic Impact Analysis Guidelines _____________________________________________________________________________________________

BACKGROUND

In late 2024, the City commenced work on the Comprehensive General Plan Update (GPU), of which Land Use and Circulation are two of the major elements. A key component of the GPU work effort is to incorporate and finalize the draft Land Use & Circulation Element (LUCE) update which was undertaken during 2020-21.

In conjunction with the LUCE update, the City Council had approved Interim Transportation Impact Analysis (TIA) Guidelines in 2021, which were meant to provide for an assessment of project-based traffic and circulation impacts from an environmental analysis perspective. These guidelines were intended to be interim, with the goal of updating the guidelines with more accurate and usable thresholds and standards as the Comprehensive GPU process was moving forward; this is now taking place.

Additionally, at the present time, Staff is anticipating the processing of several development projects of significance in the City. It is important to update the Interim TIA guidelines in order to address the following objectives:
a. align with the goals, policies and programs currently being considered as part of the City’s Comprehensive GPU;
b. provide suggested changes to City thresholds and criteria to be utilized during the transitional period between now and the completion of the GPU; c. reflect applicable changes to the CEQA process and the State Department of Transportation (Caltrans) criteria and policies;
d. reflect the small-town characteristics of the City of Buellton; and

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e. produce a more user-friendly, implementable tool for traffic effect evaluation, with standards that address the specific, current traffic, circulation and mobility concerns of the City.

PROPOSED SCOPE OF WORK WITH ATE
Associated Transportation Engineers (ATE) is the City’s on-call traffic engineer. The firm has been providing traffic analysis services regarding development projects and related transportation policy guidance to the City for over 20 years. They prepared the traffic studies for major long-range planning documents such as the existing General Plan EIR (2005), the Avenue of Flags Specific Plan (2017) and other City projects.

As a result, ATE has a depth of local institutional knowledge, historical context, and familiarity with current conditions, issues and opportunities, as well as operational interface with Caltrans pertaining to local and regional transportation issues - all of which are integral in shaping policy for the comprehensive GPU process that is underway.

Recognizing their potential valuable contribution as part of the GPU oversight team, Staff has asked ATE to provide a proposed scope of work (Attachment 1) to assist Staff with identifying issues and feasible solutions related to traffic, circulation and mobility thresholds; and with related policy and program guidance for the comprehensive GPU.

Additionally, given ATE’s historic and current expertise regarding the operation of Buellton’s roadway system, their on-going working knowledge of traffic impacts resulting from development projects throughout the City, as well as their participation in policy and program guidance for the GPU, Staff feels that ATE would be in the best position to update the Interim TIA Guidelines. ATE’s proposed work effort includes assisting the City with preparing an Updated TIA Guidelines document. (*)
A major focus of this update would be to align the TIA guidelines with the goals, policies and programs currently being considered as part of the City’s comprehensive GPU.

Equally as important are: developing traffic assessment strategies and tools tailored to the City of Buellton; the implications of regional traffic impacts and applicable State laws (such as VMT reduction); and coordination of constantly evolving Caltrans District policies regarding circulation impacts and improvements.  (*) Updating the Interim TIA Guidelines is a time-critical item as updated standards are needed now (well in advance of the eventual adoption of the comprehensive GPU) in order to properly address the traffic and circulation impacts of several significant development project currently in the pipeline.  The update would include suggested changes to City thresholds and criteria to be utilized during the transitional period between now and completion of the GPU.

Attachment 1 is the proposed scope of work with ATE.

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FISCAL IMPACT
The total Fiscal Impact would be $16,000. This amount was not included in the current budget. Therefore, a budget adjustment for Fiscal Year 24/25 in the amount of $16,000 would be necessary.

RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Associated Transportation Engineers on the basic terms set forth in the attached scope of work for an amount not-to-exceed $16,000 for: a) assistance with policy oversight, identification of issues and developing local thresholds related to traffic, circulation and mobility for the Comprehensive General Plan Update; and b) the preparation of a complete updated TIA Guidelines document.

ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1 - Proposed Scope of Work with Associated Transportation Engineers (ATE)

ASSOCIATED TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERS
100 N. Hope Avenue, Suite 4, Santa Barbara, CA 93110 • (805)687-4418 • FAX (805)682-8509 • [email protected] Since 1978
Richard L. Pool, P.E.

Scott A. Schell
Engineering • Planning • Parking • Signal Systems • Impact Reports • Bikeways • Transit April 30, 2025 24507P03
Ms. Irma Tucker
Contract City Planner
City of Buellton
Subject: Proposal to Assist in Providing Policy Level Guidance for the General Plan Update and assist with developing updated Traffic Impact Analysis and VMT Guidelines. The work effort will be completed in two phases, as outlined below.

Phase 1
Associated Transportation Engineers (ATE) proposes to assist City staff in identifying traffic and circulation issues that may affect the development of the General Plan Update (GPU); and assist in developing feasible solutions related to traffic, circulation and mobility. As part of this effort, ATE will attend GPU team meetings (as needed). The City is the crossroad of Route 101 and Highway 246 which will require coordination with Caltrans policies and procedures in defining factors to be included in the Circulation Element.

ATE will also assist the General Plan consultant team in developing the policy consistency standards that will be utilized in developing the Traffic Impact Analysis and VMT Guidelines. These would generally include minimum Level of Service (LOS) criteria for different parts of the City, thresholds to determine an individual project’s consistency with the City’s updated transportation policies, development of transportation improvement programs to accommodate future traffic growth, etc.

Phase 2
ATE will assist City staff in developing updated Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) and VMT Guidelines that can be utilized in reviewing currently proposed development projects in the City. The work effort will generally be guided by City Planning Staff. The TIA guidelines will outline the scoping procedures, analysis methodologies, and LOS standards to be used in the traffic studies for new developments. The VMT guidelines will outline the screening criteria, impact thresholds, analysis methodologies, and mitigation measures to be used in the VMT studies for new developments.

Costs
ATE proposes to perform this work on a Time and Material Basis. ATE 2025 Fee Schedule will be used. For budget purposes the estimated cost for the Phase 1 work effort is $8,500 and the estimate cost for the Phase 2 work effort is $7,500 (total budget of $16,000).

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Associated Transportation Engineers
By: Richard L. Pool, P.E.

President
Attachment: ATE Fee Schedule - 2025

ASSOCIATED TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERS
100 N. Hope Avenue, Suite 4, Santa Barbara, CA 93110 • (805)687-4418 • [email protected] Since 1978
Richard L. Pool, P.E.

Scott A. Schell
Engineering • Planning • Parking • Signal Systems • Impact Reports • Bikeways • Transit

FEE SCHEDULE
2025
Principal Engineer $255.00 per hour
Project Engineer $180.00 per hour
Civil Engineer II $180.00 per hour
Civil Engineer I $165.00 per hour
Transportation Engineer II $155.00 per hour
Transportation Engineer I $145.00 per hour
Engineering Technician II $120.00 per hour
Engineering Technician I $110.00 per hour
Principal Planner $235.00 per hour
Supervising Transportation Planner $225.00 per hour
Transportation Planner III $180.00 per hour
Transportation Planner II $145.00 per hour
Transportation Planner I $120.00 per hour
Traffic Technician II $110.00 per hour
Traffic Technician I $105.00 per hour
Traffic Counter $75.00 per hour
Administrative Accountant $140.00 per hour
Office Administrator $115.00 per hour

CITY OF BUELLTON
City Council Agenda Staff Report
City Manager Review: SW
Council Agenda Item No.: 9
To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Shannel Zamora, Finance Director
Scott Wolfe, City Manager
Meeting Date: May 22, 2025
Subject: Budget Study Session for Fiscal Years 2025-26 and 2026-27 Biennial Budget
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BACKGROUND
The proposed budget reflects two one-year budgets for the period July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2027 with staff concentrating on the first year and the second year being developed from the first year’s funding and revenue levels. A three percent increase is generally applied unless a more accurate amount is known. Amendments to this document may be necessary depending on economic circumstances and will be addressed during quarterly intervals and during the Mid-Cycle Budget review each year, similar to a one-year budgeting process.

The proposed budget (Attachment 1) is in balance and the first year (FY 2025-26) of the biennial budget estimates the General Fund Operating Revenues at $12,308,651 and Operating Expenditures at $12,178,230. An operating surplus of $130,421 exists. The General Fund CIPs total $5,127,114 (Attachment 2). Reserves are used to fund CIPs in the proposed budget. CIPs will be use the existing operating surplus before using reserves. The details of the Operating budgets and CIP budgets for all funds including revenues, expenditures, fund balance and service level enhancements are discussed below.

Revenue – General Fund Operating Budget
Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT)
Effective February 1, 2025, the City of Buellton increased its Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) rate from 12% to 14%, following voter approval of Measure D in November 2024. The purpose of the increase is to enhance funding for key community services and infrastructure, including park upgrades, library enhancements, and safety improvements along Highway 246.

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Preliminary data from the March 2025 TOT report shows a notable increase in revenue compared to the same period in the previous year, indicating that the rate hike has positively impacted the city’s finances. Prior to the adjustment, annual TOT revenue was approximately $4.0 million. With the new rate, the city projects an additional $600,000 annually, bringing total projected TOT revenue to nearly $4.55 million. Despite some concerns from the tourism sector regarding potential impacts on visitor demand, initial results suggest that tourism activity has remained strong and the increased rate has not deterred overnight stays.

Sales Tax
According to HDL’s economic forecast identifies several headwinds that will likely influence the City’s budget over the next fiscal year. Persistent inflation, high interest rates, lower consumer confidence, and reduced household discretionary income are all constraining economic activity. Additionally, ongoing uncertainty around tariffs and global fuel prices continues to affect spending behavior and business planning.

These factors suggest limited near-term revenue growth. While Buellton has shown fiscal resilience and strong local support for key sectors, the City must maintain a cautious and strategic budget approach as we move into the new fiscal year.

It is also important to note that the budget reflects the loss of revenue from the closure of Pea Soup Andersen’s, a significant local business. At this time, no revenue is anticipated from the site’s redevelopment, as further information is still pending.

Similarly, the potential economic impact of the Avenue of the Flags revitalization has not yet been incorporated into revenue projections, as those efforts are still in early stages.

TOT-driven tourism demand can act as a buffer against these headwinds, helping to stabilize or modestly grow sales tax receipts in FY 25–26. Like TOT revenue, the sales tax revenue increased post-pandemic to its all-time highest at $3.615 million.

Sales tax revenue growth is expected to remain steady as the City is expected to receive about $3.588 million in sales tax revenue during FY 2025-26 and modest growth of 3.0% during FY 2026-27.

Property Tax
Property tax growth is anticipated in this category as more homes and commercial retail spaces have been added to the tax roll, and home values continue to increase.

As of February 2025, the median sale price of a home in Buellton is $835,000, reflecting ongoing market trends. However, new development revenue is not projected at this time. According to our property tax consultant, HDL, property tax revenue is expected to increase by 5.66% in FY 2025-26 and 3.81% in FY 2026-27, aligning with the continued appreciation of home values and expanded taxable properties.

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Use of Money and Property
The estimate is based on the assumption that interest rates will remain stable or potentially decrease in the next couple of years. The City invests most idle money in the Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF). As of May 2025, the most current interest rate for LAIF is 4.25%. LAIF interest is disbursed on a quarterly basis. The City also invests in a money market fund, which is currently earning an average interest rate of

4.89%, with monthly earned interest disbursements.

The City leases property to various tenants, and some of these contracts include annual rent escalations, which are contributing to modest increases in revenue from property use. The AT&T cell phone tower lease has been deferred, and is not included in the current projections.

Cost Reimbursements
The City of Buellton has been awarded several grants. Grant monies are reimbursed after expenditure submittal.

Other Revenue
Based on prior year activity, conservative estimates are based on maintaining prior year trends for fees and permits, fines and penalties, revenue from other agencies, and charges for other services.

Salary and Benefit Assumptions
To maintain competitiveness, support workforce stability, and respond to rising living and healthcare costs, we are including the following compensation assumptions in the proposed budget. These recommendations are based on regional comparisons, cost trends, and organizational needs. The recommendations will be brought back to City Council for formal adoption by resolution.

1. Cost-of Living Adjustment (COLA) – 5.0% approved
On April 10, 2025, the City Council authorized a 5.0 percent Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for all regular full-time employees, effective, July 1, 2025. The COLA is intended to preserve real wages and ensure our compensation remains equitable and responsive to economic pressures.

Fiscal Impact: Salary and Benefit Increase $178,301.

2. Medical Benefits Increase - $1,200 to $1,800/month per Full-Time Employee Staff proposes City Council to consider increased the current employer medical contribution from $1,200 per month to $1,400 per month. Based on benchmarking from similar-sized public agencies in the region, the average employer contribution toward health insurance averages $1,800 per month. The $1,800 per month figure better reflects actual costs for family coverage or plans with lower deductibles, helping employees avoid high out-of-pocket medical expenses. Improved medical coverage can enhance

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retention. The proposed budget assumes the medical benefit increase becomes effective January 1, 2026.

Fiscal Impact: For 20 employees, the increase represents an additional $12,000 per month or $144,000 annually. FY 2025-26 fiscal impact is $72,000.

3. Housing Allowance - $750 per month per Full-Time Employee Staff proposed implementing a $750 per month housing allowance for all full-time employees to assist with local housing affordability. Local rents have risen significantly over the past three years as well as mortgage payments due to high interest rates. A housing allowance can help offset housing cost burden, particularly for staff commuting from outside the jurisdiction or struggling to find housing near work. This benefit is becoming more common among municipalities facing talent shortages in high-cost areas.

Fiscal Impact: For 20 employees, this represents an additional $750 per month or $180,000 annually.

4. Pay Adjustments for Key Roles
a. Lead Maintenance & Utility Fieldworker and Chief Plant Operator (WWTP) – 5% Salary Increase
A 5% increase is proposed for these two Water and Wastewater roles. These roles carry essential public health responsibilities and require special certifications. The labor market for certified operators is tightening; turnover in these positions can lead to compliance risks and increased overtime costs. Local market data indicates that similar roles are now being compensated at higher rates.

Fiscal Impact: Salary and Benefit Increase about $14,100 (Base: $11,160 and benefits about $2,940)
b. Department Heads – 10% Salary Increase
A 10% increase is proposed for Department Heads to reflect increased demands and leadership responsibilities. Many department heads are managing expanding tasks and staff, as well as navigating increased regulatory and budgetary complexities.

Benchmarking against peer agencies shows that our current department head salaries lag by more than 20% for classifications with same titles as other agencies. One Department Head with two titles and no comparison data lags by 12%.

Fiscal Impact: Salary and Benefit Increase about $81,260 (Base: $65,664 and benefits about $15,596)

5. New Position: Administrative Analyst – Monthly Salary Range ($7,308-$8,883) The creation of an Administrative Analyst position is proposed to support the growing administrative, analytical, and compliance workload across departments. This position will enhance internal efficiency, allow department heads to focus more on strategic leadership, and reduce reliance on outside consultants for routine administrative tasks.

As regulatory reporting, interdepartmental coordination, and data-driven planning become more complex, there is a clear need for dedicated professional staff capacity to:
• Conduct research and policy analysis
• Prepare and track grant applications and funding reports • Support budget development and performance tracking

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• Provide cross-departmental project management support • Assist with human resources, procurement, and contract administration functions Fiscal Impact: Salary and Benefits Increase about $135,000. (Base: $87,696 and benefits about $47,304)

6. Accounting Technician from Full-time to Part-time - $38.93 per hour for a max of 960 hours
The change in the Accounting Technician position highlights budget savings resulting from the implementation of automated processed. The current full-time cost is $80,976 annually, based on a monthly salary of $6,748. With automation streamlining financial operations, the proposed part-time arrangement would amount to $37,545.60, calculated from 960 hours at an hourly rate of $38.93. Additionally, reductions in benefits— including medical, housing, CalPERS, and DCP—are estimated to save approximately $10,000. By integrating automation, efficiency is enhanced while achieving substantial financial benefits.

Fiscal Impact: Budget savings of about $43,430.40.

Expenditures – General Fund Operating Budget – Significant Changes from Prior Year Budget
Key factors influencing the overall change in the General Fund Operating Budget include:
• Personnel Costs: Adjustments related to incentive pay, COLA increases, new position and healthcare benefit costs.
• One-Time Expenditures: Scheduled capital outlays and time-limited program funding.
• Service Enhancements: Expansion of public safety, community support, community amenities, technology advances and maintenance services.

Departments whose budgets have increased or decreased by more than 10% from the prior year are highlighted below. Variance explanations excluded salary and benefit assumptions.

City Manager
The City Manager Department budget increased by $91,014 (23.8%) mainly due to the addition of the Administrative Analyst. 50 percent of the total increase in cost and benefit for this position is attributed to the City Manager Department.

Non-Departmental
The Non-Departmental budget unit is anticipating a $981,181(11.9%). The decrease is offset by several budget line item increase and is due to the following:

1. Retiree Medical Benefit increased by $53,800 (25%) mostly due to the increase in medical benefit increase from $1,200 to $1,500 in addition to premium increases and additional retirees receiving benefits.

2. Insurance-Liability cost are increasing by $14,460 (25.52%)

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3. Computer Maintenance costs are increasing by $8,266 (14.44%) mainly due to the migration to Microsoft Exchange and Adobe Acrobat on the cloud.

4. The City contracts with Santa Barbara County to provide Animal Control Services. Per the current multi-year contract, the cost for this service will increase 6 percent the next couple of years. The cost increase to FY 2023/24 is $2,552.

5. CalPERS Unfunded Accrued Liability (UAL) is paid from this department.

In addition to this amount, cost sharing charges related to Employer Contributions based on a percentage of payroll are allocated for each employee in various departments. This UAL is split and budgeted in the General Fund (Non-Departmental) and the Enterprise Funds. City Council directed staff to contribute an additional discretionary payment (ADP) of for FY 2025-26 for a total payment of $262,593 (General Fund portion is $183,815).

6. Increases for Utilities-Water and Sewer are assuming the proposed water and sewer rates will pass and become effective August 1, 2025.

7. Increases for Utilities-Gas and Electricity are mostly due to increase in rates set by PG&E and SoCal Gas.

8. Contributions to non-profit agencies are recorded in this budget unit for People Helping People, Food Bank of Santa Barbara County, SYV Fruit and Vegetable Rescue, Nature Track, Buellton Community Garden, Jonata Middle School, Pirate Safe and Sober Grad Nite, SYV Humane Society/DAWG, Friends of the Library, Jonata/Oak Valley PTSA, SYV Botanic Garden and SYV Pride. City Council authorized a $62,778 (147.2%) increase from the prior year available funds to support these organizations.

9. On April 24, 2025, City Council approved the recommendation of an ad hoc committee to oversee the SYV Children’s Museum and to fund an initial contribution for start-up costs. The contribution is for $500,000 during FY 2025/26, and the budgeting of $300,000 for expenditure in FY 2026/27.

10. Transfers out for Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) are estimated to decrease about $1.6 million (24.22%) due to completion of several projects.

Active projects include a total CIP Funding of: $5,087,114 (See CIP Budget – Attachment 2)
Finance
The Finance Department budget increased by $106,744 (35.8%) mainly due to the addition of the Administrative Analyst. 25 percent of the total increase in cost and benefit is attributed to the Finance Department. The contract service budget increased by $20,433 mostly due to assumption of working with an investment advisory help to help the City invest more of its idle money.

Public Safety-Sheriff/Fire
The Sheriff Department budget increased by $384,829 (11.8%) mostly due the inclusion of the motor deputy into the Sheriff contract. The cost of providing a motor deputy is $224,200.

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Library
The library budget increased by $78,674 (34.3%) mostly due to the increase in the City’s contribution to City of Goleta for the library operations. The new contract increased by $94,233 (48.6%). The contract increase is due to: 1) the prior 6 years without an increase as there was no escalation provision in the contract; 2) Increased costs for the Black Gold program due to Santa Barbara Library’s departure from the program; and 3) the addition of contributions to establish a reserve fund equal to 6- months of operating budget.

Public Works: Landscape Maintenance
The Public Works – Landscape Maintenance budget increased by $45,000 (18.1%) mostly due to the purchase of a live Christmas tree ($30,000) as part of the 1000 Trees Program. Additionally, increases for Utilities-Water and Sewer are assuming the proposed water and sewer rates will pass and become effective August 1, 2025.

Public Works: General
The Public Works – General budget increased by $188,898 (17.31%) mostly due to t the purchase of key cards at City facilities ($75,000). In addition, the budget will also increase due to the purchase of lift replacement ($40,000). Furthermore, the budget for contract services will increase by $20,000 for a solid waste consultant.

Fund Balance
General Fund Reserves
Current General Fund revenue is sufficient to cover operating expenditures. Cash reserves are about $ 15.6 Million. Reserves are available to cover CIPs totaling $5,127,114:

Operating Revenue: $12,308,961
Operating Expenditures: $12,178,230
Surplus: $ 130,421 (Apply to CIPs)

Sewer Fund Reserves
Current cash sewer fund cash reserves are about $1.14 Million. CIP expenditures that enhance capacity and connection fees are recorded separately in a Capital Projects Fund (006- Sewer Capital). Connection fee revenue is not sufficient to cover 2025-26 CIPs and will require a transfer from reserves from the Sewer Operating fund to transfer to Capital Projects.

Sewer fund Operating Revenues are less than Operating Expenditures and will require a transfer from reserves for operations:

Operating Revenue: $ 1,242,650
Operating Expense: $ 1,903,664
Deficit: $ - 661,014
Transfer to Capital: $ - 1,555,000

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Total Use of Reserves: $ - 2,216,014 (See Sewer Fund Revenue line item: “Transfer from
Reserves – Operating Costs)
The goal of making the Sewer Enterprise funds (Operating and Capital) selfsufficient required a series of rate increases, effective November 2016, November 2017 and July 2018. The funds have not absorbed the many years of deficit in the years following the rate increase. The City is currently undergoing a Water and Wastewater rate study. Proposed rate adjustments have been presented to the City Council, with a public hearing scheduled for July 10, 2025. The proposed rates, if adopted, will become effective on August 1, 2025. At this time, projected revenues resulting from the proposed rate increases have not been included in the FY 2025- 26 proposed budget. Upon Council approval of the new rates, staff will update the revenue projections and incorporate them into the budget through a formal amendment.

Water Fund Reserves
Current water fund cash reserves are about $4.6 Million. CIP expenditures that enhance capacity and connection fees are recorded separately in a Capital Projects Fund (021- Water Capital). Connection fee revenue is not sufficient to cover 2025- 26 CIPs and will require a transfer from reserves from the Water Operating fund transfer for Capital Projects.

Water fund Operating Revenues are more than Operating Expenditures and will not require a transfer from reserves for Operating Expenditures:

Operating Revenue: $ 2,603,170
Operating Expense: $ 2,782,406
Deficit: $ - 179,236
Transfer to Capital: $ - 1,950,000
Total Use of Reserves: $ - 2,129,236 (See Water Fund Revenue line item: “Transfer from
Reserves – Operating Costs)
The goal of making the Water Enterprise funds (Operating and Capital) selfsufficient required a series of rate increases, effective November 2016, November 2017 and July 2018. The operating fund has steadily absorbed the many years of deficit in the years following the rate increase, but revenue and expenditures are starting to meet. The City has conducted a water rate study. Proposed rate adjustments for the Water Fund have been presented to the City Council, and a public hearing is scheduled for July 10, 2025. If adopted, the new water rates will become effective on August 1, 2025. The proposed rate increases are necessary to support the Water Fund’s operational needs and to fund critical capital improvement projects. Projected revenues from the proposed rate increases are not included in the FY 2025-26 proposed budget. Upon Council approval, updated

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revenue projections for the Water Fund will be incorporated into the budget through a formal amendment.

Special Fund Reserves
CIPs are the major category for expenditures. Special funds include ARPA Funds, Measure A, Transportation Development Act (TDA) – referred in the budget as the Local Transportation Fund (LTF), Transportation Planning and Gas Tax. Gas Tax and Measure A have sufficient revenue and reserves to fund CIPs.

TDA fund will require interfund transfers from the Measure A and General funds for operations (Breeze, Dial-a-Ride, Lompoc – Wine Country Express.

Capital Improvement Projects (Attachment 2)
General Fund - $5,127,114
Covers Public Works, City Hall, Storm Water and Parks and is recorded under Budget Unit “Non-Departmental” for all CIPs except Storm Water, which is recorded in Budget Unit “Storm Water”. Projects include storm drain outfall repairs and re-establishment, facilities maintenance and painting, Santa Ynez River Trail, City Hall Emergency Generator/Electrical Replacement, Riverview Park Basketball Court resurfacing, North Avenue of Flags Park and Ride, McMurray Road Widening, Ave of Flags Median 3 Improvements, River View Park, Willemsen Parking Lot, Willemsen House Parking Lot, West Highway 246 Safety Improvements and annual Road Maintenance Projects.

Gas Tax- $785,378
Funding is provided by the State of California and includes McMurray Road Widening and annual Road maintenance at various locations.

Measure A- $1,444,008
Funding is provided by the State of California and includes annual Road maintenance at various locations. Allocations come from SBCAG and General Fund.

Enterprise Funds- Wastewater Fund $1,475,000; Water $2,650,000 Funding is provided by the Enterprise funds and includes Water Treatment Facilities, Water Meter Upgrades, Water Treatment Plant/Booster Reliability, Water Treatment Plant improvements, Water Treatment Plant Backwash Reclamation, SCADA upgrades, McMurray Water Treatment Plant Generator, Water Distribution System, and Recycled Water Concept/Feasibility, Sewer line replacement, Reservoir No.1 and No.3 roof replacement, new reservoir and Wastewater Treatment Facilities Improvements. Water and Sewer Connection Fees fund CIPs which are expected to enhance capacity. When Connection Fee revenue is insufficient, reserves are used.

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FISCAL IMPACT
The fiscal impact will be determined as a result of any additions, changes, or deletions to the Budget made by the Council. The Proposed Budget is in balance.

RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council reviews the Fiscal Year 2025-26 and 2026-27 Preliminary City Budget and make revisions.

ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1 – Proposed Fiscal Year 2025-26 and 2026-27 Preliminary City Budget Attachment 2 – Proposed Capital Improvement Budget

CITY OF BUELLTON

PROPOSED BIENNIAL BUDGET
FISCAL YEARS 2025/26 AND 2026/27

Fund
Estimated
Beginning Fund
Balance
7/1/2025
FY 2025-26
Estimated
Revenues
FY 2025-26
Estimated
Expenditures
FY 2025-26
Transfers In
FY 2025-26
Transfers Out
FY 2025-26 Use
of Reserves
Estimated
Ending Fund
Balance
6/30/2026 $ Change % Change
001 - General Fund $ 15,318,065 12,075,135 (9,786,230) - (1,933,025) - $ 15,673,945 355,880 2.32% 005 - Sewer Fund $ 2,644,774 1,285,613 (1,752,790) - (6,600) 473,777 $ 2,170,998 (473,777) -17.91% 006 - Wastewater Capital $ 404,126 268,300 (75,000) - (16,458) - $ 580,968 176,842 43.76% 020 - Water Fund $ 9,074,634 2,858,343 (2,362,663) - (250,320) - $ 9,319,994 245,360 2.70% 021 - Water Capital $ 228,295 223,293 (100,000) - (126,863) - $ 224,725 (3,570) -1.56% 023 - Housing Fees $ 11,518 637 (3,000) - - - $ 9,155 (2,363) -20.52% 024 - Traffic Mitigation Fund $ 37,984 9,174 - - - - $ 47,159 9,174 24.15% 025 - Gas Tax Fund $ 606,330 370,390 (140,386) - (73,484) - $ 762,851 156,520 25.81% 027 - Local Transportation Fund $ 216,961 17,209 (72,000) 30,000 - - $ 192,170 (24,791) -11.43% 029 - Transportation Planning Fund $ (102,397) 45,540 (46,800) 1,260 - - $ (102,397) - 0.00% 031 - Measure A $ 535,181 441,300 - - (94,447) - $ 882,034 346,853 64.81% 032 - American Rescue Plan Act Fund $ 33,456 268,035 - - (268,035) - $ 33,456 0 0.00% 092 - Capital Improvement Proj Fund $ - - 11,481,500 (11,481,500) - - $ - - TOTAL FUND BALANCE $ 29,008,929 $ 17,862,969 $ (2,857,369) $ (11,450,240) $ (2,769,232) $ 473,777 $ 29,795,058 786,128 2.71% "ESTIMATED AVAILABLE BALANCE"
Fund
Estimated
Beginning Fund
Balance
7/1/2026
FY 2026-27
Estimated
Revenues
FY 2026-27
Estimated
Expenditures
FY 2026-27
Transfers In
FY 2026-27
Transfers Out
FY 2026-27 Use
of Reserves
Estimated
Ending Fund
Balance
6/30/2027 $ Change % Change
001 - General Fund $ 10,677,251 12,681,293 (12,070,118) - (1,836,734) 1,836,734 $ 9,451,692 (1,225,560) -11.48% 005 - Sewer Fund $ (45,016) 1,242,650 (1,937,544) - (1,280,000) 1,974,894 $ (2,019,910) (1,974,894) 4387.07% 006 - Wastewater Capital $ 580,968 - (80,000) 780,000 (700,000) - $ 580,968 - 0.00% 020 - Water Fund $ 7,190,758 2,603,170 (2,854,103) - (1,150,000) - $ 5,789,824 (1,400,933) -19.48% 021 - Water Capital $ (580,275) - (105,000) - (1,250,000) - $ (1,935,275) (1,355,000) 233.51% 023 - Housing Fees $ 6,375 224 (3,000) - - - $ 3,600 (2,776) -43.54% 024 - Traffic Mitigation Fund $ 48,299 1,163 - - - - $ 49,461 1,163 2.41% 025 - Gas Tax Fund $ 227,608 378,138 (122,000) - (25,000) - $ 458,745 231,138 101.55% 027 - Local Transportation Fund $ 167,701 16,352 (72,500) 32,000 - - $ 143,553 (24,148) -14.40% 029 - Transportation Planning Fund $ (102,247) 45,153 (45,000) - - - $ (102,094) 153 -0.15% 031 - Measure A $ (127,618) 439,950 - - (415,266) (24,684) $ (102,934) 24,684 -19.34% 032 - American Rescue Plan Act $ 33,456 - - - - - $ 33,456 - 0.00% 092 - Capital Improvement Proj Fund $ - - 5,845,000 (5,845,000) - - $ - - TOTAL FUND BALANCE $ 18,077,260 $ 17,408,092 $ (11,444,265) $ (5,033,000) $ (6,657,000) $ 3,786,944 $ 12,351,087 (5,726,173) -31.68% "ESTIMATED AVAILABLE BALANCE"
Projected Fund Balance Report
For Fiscal Year Beginning 7/1/2025 and Ending 6/30/2026 For Fiscal Year Beginning 7/1/2026 and Ending 6/30/2027

General Fund
Enterprise
Funds
Special
Revenue
Funds
Total
Appropriated
Funds
Starting Fund Balance $ 15,318,065 $ 12,351,830 $ 1,339,034 $ 29,008,929 Operating Revenue:

Taxes $ 10,035,512 $ - $ - $ 10,035,512
Fees and Permits $ 37,020 $ - $ - $ 37,020
Revenue From Other Agencies $ 899,828 $ - $ 1,074,631 $ 1,974,459 Charges for Current Services $ 529,554 $ 3,980,061 $ - $ 4,509,615 Fines and Penalties $ 14,216 $ - $ - $ 14,216
Use of Money & Property $ 559,005 $ 152,264 $ 69,460 $ 780,729 Other Revenue $ - $ 8,131 $ 8,194 $ 16,325
Total Operating Revenue $ 12,075,135 $ 4,140,456 $ 1,152,285 $ 17,367,876 Other Financing Sources
Capital Impact Fees $ - $ 491,593 $ - $ 491,593
Transfer from Other Funds $ - $ - $ 31,260 $ 31,260
Transfer from Reserves $ - $ - $ - $ -
Total Other Financing $ - $ 491,593 $ 31,260 $ 522,853
Total Revenue $ 12,075,135 $ 4,632,049 $ 1,183,545 $ 17,890,729 Operating Expenditures:

Employee Services $ 2,507,678 $ 934,457 $ - $ 3,442,135 Operating & Maintenance $ 7,183,543 $ 3,235,685 $ 212,186 $ 10,631,414 Minor Capital $ 93,749 $ 120,311 $ - $ 214,061
Total Operating Expenditures $ 9,784,970 $ 4,290,453 $ 212,186 $ 14,287,609 Other Expenditures:

Capital Expenditures $ 1,933,025 $ 143,321 $ 405,966 $ 2,482,312 Transfer to Other Funds $ 1,260 $ 256,920 $ 80,000 $ 338,180 Use of Committed Fund Balanc $ - $ - $ - $ -
Total Other Expenditures $ 1,934,285 $ 400,241 $ 485,966 $ 2,820,492 Total Expenditures $ 11,719,256 $ 4,690,694 $ 698,152 $ 17,108,101 Net Revenue & Expenditures $355,880 -$58,645 $485,394 $782,628 Est. Ending Fund Balance $ 15,673,945 $ 12,293,185 $ 1,824,428 $ 29,791,558 Revenue and Expenditure by Fund Type
For Fiscal Year Beginning 7/1/2025 and Ending 6/30/2026

General Fund
Enterprise
Funds
Special
Revenue
Funds
Total
Appropriated
Funds
Est. Starting Fund Balance $ 10,677,251 $ 7,146,435 $ 253,574 $ 18,077,260 Operating Revenue:

Taxes $ 10,982,182 $ - $ - $ 10,982,182
Fees and Permits $ 10,125 $ - $ - $ 10,125
Revenue From Other Agencies $ 909,367 $ - $ 824,196 $ 1,733,563 Charges for Current Services $ 321,319 $ 3,689,220 $ - $ 4,010,539 Fines and Penalties $ 8,300 $ - $ - $ 8,300
Use of Money & Property $ 450,000 $ 155,000 $ 56,783 $ 661,783 Other Revenue $ - $ 1,600 $ - $ 1,600
Total Operating Revenue $ 12,681,293 $ 3,845,820 $ 880,980 $ 17,408,092 Other Financing Sources
Capital Impact Fees $ - $ - $ - $ -
Transfer from Other Funds $ - $ 780,000 $ 32,000 $ 812,000 Transfer from Reserves $ 1,836,734 $ 1,974,894 $ (24,684) $ 3,786,944 Total Other Financing $ 1,836,734 $ 2,754,894 $ 7,316 $ 4,598,944 Total Revenue $ 14,518,027 $ 6,600,714 $ 888,296 $ 22,007,036 Operating Expenditures:

Employee Services $ 3,240,203 $ 1,259,858 $ - $ 4,500,061 Operating & Maintenance $ 8,723,940 $ 2,019,789 $ 192,500 $ 10,936,229 Minor Capital $ 105,975 $ 47,000 $ - $ 152,975
Total Operating Expenditures $ 12,070,118 $ 3,326,647 $ 192,500 $ 15,589,265 Other Expenditures:

Capital Expenditures $ 1,836,734 $ 3,600,000 $ 408,266 $ 5,845,000 Transfer to Other Funds $ - $ 1,650,000 $ 82,000 $ 1,732,000 Total Other Expenditures $ 1,836,734 $ 5,250,000 $ 490,266 $ 7,577,000 Total Expenditures $ 13,906,852 $ 8,576,647 $ 682,766 $ 23,166,265 Net Revenue & Expenditures $611,174 -$1,975,933 $205,530 -$1,159,229 Est. Ending Fund Balance $ 9,451,692 $ 3,195,608 $ 483,788 $ 13,131,087 For Fiscal Year Beginning 7/1/2025 and Ending 6/30/2026 Revenue and Expenditure by Fund Type

General Fund Summary with Fund Balance Analysis
2022-23 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 % Change 2026-27 % Change 001 - General Fund
Actual Actual Estimate
Proposed
Budget
from 24-25
Estimate
Proposed
Budget
from 25-26
Proposed
Budget
Revenues
Property Taxes $ 1,918,283 $ 1,992,766 $ 2,000,579 $ 2,085,904 4.3% 2,165,046 3.8% Sales Taxes 3,615,000 3,588,858 3,548,628 3,588,464 1.1% 3,698,505 3.1% Franchise Taxes 377,541 398,730 409,500 416,246 1.6% 432,131 3.8% Transient Occupancy Tax 4,220,959 3,908,296 4,076,805 4,550,000 11.6% 4,686,500 3.0% Fees and Permits 16,515 11,560 37,020 10,125 -72.6% 10,125 0.0% Fines and Penalties 9,254 13,041 14,216 8,300 -41.6% 8,300 0.0% Use of Money and Property 141,402 568,810 559,005 450,000 -19.5% 450,000 0.0% Revenue from Other Agencies 768,884 816,327 899,828 879,690 -2.2% 909,367 3.4% Charges for Current Services 460,583 493,434 529,554 319,921 -39.6% 321,319 0.4% Total Operating Revenue $ 11,528,420 $ 11,791,821 $ 12,075,135 $ 12,308,651 1.9% $ 12,681,293 3.0% Transfers In- Reserves (CIP) - - - 5,127,114 100.0% 1,836,734 -64.2% Adjusted Revenue after Reserve
Transfer $ 11,528,420 $ 11,791,821 $ 12,075,135 $ 17,435,765 44.4% $ 14,518,027 -16.7% Expenditures
City Council $ 161,238 $ 162,500 $ 200,880 $ 242,539 20.7% $ 232,609 -4.1% City Manager 312,944 357,218 366,749 467,667 27.5% 485,559 3.8% City Clerk/Human Resources 139,688 156,080 218,375 226,434 3.7% 236,220 4.3% City Attorney 140,635 164,977 205,862 212,000 3.0% 218,360 3.0% Non-Departmental 2,483,079 1,458,655 1,451,464 2,146,235 47.9% 2,001,272 -6.8% Finance 210,169 242,588 292,659 404,777 38.3% 418,077 3.3% Public Safety - Police/Fire 2,642,118 3,002,575 3,256,710 3,644,759 11.9% 3,824,340 4.9% Leisure Services - Library 202,269 203,288 231,085 308,288 33.4% 315,186 2.2% Recreation 657,911 618,453 675,148 853,014 26.3% 884,193 3.7% Public Works - Street Lights 42,820 66,131 60,000 70,000 16.7% 70,000 0.0% Storm Water 175,627 300,831 322,179 385,500 19.7% 385,500 0.0% Public Works- Parks 513,693 530,339 523,603 579,120 10.6% 581,500 0.4% Public Works- Landscape
Maintenance 130,877 139,918 224,120 292,950 30.7% 267,750 -8.6% Public Works - General 794,227 871,050 1,021,054 1,280,393 25.4% 1,189,685 -7.1% Community Development/Planning 607,692 664,624 736,344 1,064,554 44.6% 959,867 -9.8% GF Operating Expenditures $ 9,214,987 $ 8,939,225 $ 9,786,230 $ 12,178,230 24.4% $ 12,070,118 -0.9% Transfer for CIP 338,732 1,412,341 1,933,025 5,127,114 165.2% 1,836,734 -64.2% GF Total Expenditures $ 9,553,721 $ 10,351,565 $ 11,719,256 $ 17,305,344 47.7% $ 13,906,852 -19.6% Projected Fund Balance
Balance, beginning of FY $ 11,903,110 $ 13,877,809 $ 15,318,065 $ 15,673,945 2.3% $ 10,677,251 -31.9% Prior Year-Adjustment $ - $ - $ - $ - 0.0% $ - 0.0%
Net Change in Fund Balance 1,974,699 1,440,256 $ 355,880 $ 130,421 -63.4% $ 611,174 368.6% Ending Fund Balance $ 13,877,809 $ 15,318,065 $ 15,673,945 $ 15,804,365 0.8% $ 11,288,426 -28.6% Less: Transfer from Reserves (CIP) $ - $ - $ - $ (5,127,114) 100.0% $ (1,836,734) -64.2% Final Ending Fund Balance $ 13,877,809 $ 15,318,065 $ 15,673,945 $ 10,677,251 -31.9% $ 9,451,692 -11.5%

Wastewater
Funds Summary with Fund Balance Analysis
2022-23 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 % Change 2026-27 % Change 005 -Wastewater Fund
Actual Actual Estimate
Proposed
Budget
from 24-25
Estimate
Proposed
Budget
from 25-26
Proposed
Budget
Revenues
Charges for Services $ 1,238,235 $ 1,235,761 $ 1,246,912 $ 1,212,650 -2.7% $ 1,212,650 0.0% Use of Money and Property 25,760 44,850 35,201 30,000 -14.8% 30,000 0.0% Other Revenue - - 3,500 - 0.0% - 0.0%
Total Operating Revenue $ 1,263,995 $ 1,280,610 $ 1,285,613 $ 1,242,650 -3.3% $ 1,242,650 0.0% Transfer from Reserves - - 473,777 2,216,014 100.0% 1,974,894 -10.9% Total Revenue plus Transfer from
Reserve $ 1,263,995 $ 1,280,610 $ 1,759,390 $ 3,458,664 96.6% 3,217,544 -7.0% Expenditures
Employee Services $ 176,710 $ 768,380 $ 554,304 $ 659,509 19.0% $ 685,442 3.9% Operating & Maintenance 1,157,811 1,028,082 1,138,477 1,219,155 7.1% 1,227,102 0.7% Minor Capital 0 12,801 60,010 25,000 100.0% 25,000 0.0% Total Operating Expenditures $ 1,334,521 $ 1,809,262 $ 1,752,790 $ 1,903,664 8.6% $ 1,937,544 1.8% Transfer to Capital - - 6,600 1,555,000 23460.6% 1,280,000 -17.7% Total Sewer Expenditures $ 1,334,521 $ 1,809,262 $ 1,759,390 $ 3,458,664 96.6% $ 3,217,544 -7.0% Projected Fund Balance
Balance, beginning of FY $ 3,243,952 $ 3,173,426 $ 2,644,774 $ 2,170,998 -17.9% $ (45,016) -102.1% Prior-Year Adjustment $ - $ - $ - $ - 0.0% $ - 0.0%
Net Change in Fund Balance $ (70,526) $ (528,652) $ - $ - 0.0% $ - 0.0% Ending Fund Balance $ 3,173,426 $ 2,644,774 $ 2,644,774 $ 2,170,998 -17.9% $ (45,016) -102.1% Less: Transfers from Reserves $ - $ - $ (473,777) $ (2,216,014) 0.0% $ (1,974,894) -10.9% Final Ending Fund Balance $ 3,173,426 $ 2,644,774 $ 2,170,998 $ (45,016) -102.1% $ (2,019,910) 4387.1% 2022-23 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 % Change 2026-27 % Change 006 -Wastewater Capital Fund
Actual Actual Estimate
Proposed
Budget
from 24-25
Estimate
Proposed
Budget
from 25-26
Proposed
Budget
Revenues
Use of Money and Property $ - $ - $ - $ - 0.0% $ - 0.0% Capital Impact Fees - 59,536 268,300 - 0.0% - 0.0%
Total Revenue $ - $ 59,536 $ 268,300 $ - 0.0% $ - 0.0%
Transfer from Reserves $ - $ - $ - $ - 0.0% $ - 0.0%
Transfer from Fund 005- Sewer - 63,496 - 780,000 #DIV/0! 780,000 0.0% Total Revenue plus Transfer from
Reserve $ - $ 123,032 $ 268,300 $ 780,000 190.7% $ 780,000 0.0% Expenditures
Depreciation 47,034 69,987 75,000 80,000 6.7% 80,000 0.0% Total Expenditures $ 47,034 $ 69,987 $ 75,000 $ 80,000 6.7% $ 80,000 0.0% Transfer to CIP (190,575) - 16,458 700,000 4153.3% 700,000 0.0% Total Expenditures plus Transfer $ (143,541) $ 69,987 $ 91,458 $ 780,000 752.9% $ 780,000 0.0% Projected Fund Balance
Balance, beginning of FY $ 207,540 $ 351,080 $ 404,126 $ 580,968 43.8% $ 580,968 0.0% Net Change in Fund Balance $ 143,541 $ 53,046 $ 176,842 $ - 0.0% $ - 0.0% Ending Fund Balance $ 351,080 $ 404,126 $ 580,968 $ 580,968 0.0% $ 580,968 0.0% Less: Transfers from Reserves $ - $ - $ - $ - 0.0% $ - 0.0% Final Ending Fund Balance $ 351,080 $ 404,126 $ 580,968 $ 580,968 0.0% $ 580,968 0.0%

Water Funds Summary with Fund Balance Analysis
2022-23 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 % Change 2026-27 % Change 020 -Water Fund
Actual Actual Estimate
Proposed
Budget
from 24-25
Estimate
Proposed
Budget
from 25-26
Proposed
Budget
Revenues
Charges for Services $ 2,549,581 $ 2,624,594 $ 2,733,149 $ 2,476,570 -9.4% $ 2,476,570 0.0% Use of Money and Property 64,480 148,721 117,063 125,000 6.8% 125,000 0.0% Other Revenue 1,952 3,846 8,131 1,600 -80.3% 1,600 0.0% Total Operating Revenue 2,616,013 2,777,160 2,858,343 2,603,170 -8.9% 2,603,170 0.0% Transfer from Reserves $ - $ 688,143.78 $ - $ - 100.0% $ - #DIV/0! Total Revenue plus Transfer from
Reserve $ 2,616,013 $ 3,465,304 $ 2,858,343 $ 2,603,170 -8.9% 2,603,170 0.0% Expenditures
Employee Services $ 184,090 $ 426,006 $ 380,153 $ 548,211 44.2% $ 574,416 4.8% Operating & Maintenance 1,535,036 1,448,532 1,922,208 2,209,195 14.9% 2,257,687 2.2% Minor Capital 7,087 12,801 60,302 25,000 -58.5% 22,000 100.0% Total Expenditures $ 1,726,213 $ 1,887,339 $ 2,362,663 $ 2,782,406 17.8% $ 2,854,103 2.6% Transfers to 021 - Capital - 165,589.21 250,320 1,950,000 100.0% 1,150,000 -41.0% Water Operating Expenditures $ 1,726,213 $ 2,052,928 $ 2,612,983 $ 4,732,406 81.1% $ 4,004,103 -15.4% Projected Fund Balance
Balance, beginning of FY $ 7,460,602 $ 8,350,402 $ 9,074,634 $ 9,319,994 2.7% $ 7,190,758 -22.8% Prior-Year Adjustment $ - $ - $ - $ - 0.0% $ - 0.0%
Net Change in Fund Balance $ 889,800 $ 1,412,376 $ 245,360 $ (2,129,236) -967.8% $ (1,400,933) 0.0% Ending Fund Balance $ 8,350,402 $ 9,762,778 $ 9,319,994 $ 7,190,758 -22.8% $ 5,789,824 -19.5% Less: Transfers from Reserves $ - $ (688,144) $ - $ - 100.0% $ - #DIV/0! Final Ending Fund Balance $ 8,350,402 $ 9,074,634 $ 9,319,994 $ 7,190,758 -22.8% $ 5,789,824 -19.5% 2022-23 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 % Change 2026-27 % Change 021 -Water Capital Fund
Actual Actual Estimate
Proposed
Budget
from 24-25
Estimate
Proposed
Budget
from 25-26
Proposed
Budget
Revenues
Use of Money and Property $ - $ - $ - $ - 0.0% $ - 0.0% Capital Impact Fees - 22,785 223,293 - 0.0% - 0.0%
Total Revenue $ - $ 22,785 $ 223,293 $ - 0.0% $ - 0.0%
Transfers from Reserves - - - - 0.0% - 0.0%
Transfers from Fund 020- Water - - - 0 100.0% 0 #DIV/0! Total Revenue plus Transfers $ - $ 22,785 $ 223,293 $ - 100.0% $ - #DIV/0! Expenditures
Depreciation 72,051 100,623 100,000 105,000 5.0% 105,000 0.0% Total Expenditures $ 72,051 $ 100,623 $ 100,000 $ 105,000 5.0% $ 105,000 0.0% Transfer out to CIP (11,118) - 126,863 700,000 451.8% 1,250,000 78.6% Total Expenditures plus Transfer $ 60,933 $ 100,623 $ 226,863 $ 805,000 254.8% $ 1,355,000 68.3% Projected Fund Balance
Balance, beginning of FY $ 367,066 $ 306,133 $ 228,295 $ 224,725 -1.6% $ (580,275) -358.2% Net Change in Fund Balance $ (60,933) $ (77,838) $ (3,570) $ (805,000) 0.0% $ (1,355,000) 0.0% Ending Fund Balance $ 306,133 $ 228,295 $ 224,725 $ (580,275) -358.2% $ (1,935,275) 233.5% Less: Transfers from Reserves $ - $ - $ - $ - 0.0% $ - 0.0% Final Ending Fund Balance $ 306,133 $ 228,295 $ 224,725 $ (580,275) -358.2% $ (1,935,275) 233.5%

Special Revenue Funds Summary with Fund Balance Analysis 2022-23 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 % Change 2026-27 % Change 023 - Housing Fund
Actual Actual Estimate
Proposed
Budget
from 24-25
Estimate
Proposed
Budget
from 25-26
Proposed
Budget
Revenues
Use of Money and Property $ 6,323 $ 6,199 $ 309 $ 220 -28.7% 224 2.0% Other Revenue 246 328 328 - 0.0% - 0.0%
Total Operating Revenue $ 6,569 $ 6,527 $ 637 $ 220 -65.4% 224 2.0% Expenditures
Operating & Maintenance $ - $ 491,491 $ 3,000 $ 3,000 0.0% $ 3,000 0.0% Operating Expenditures Total: $ - $ 491,491 $ 3,000 $ 3,000 0.0% $ 3,000 0.0% Projected Fund Balance
Balance, beginning of FY $ (1,578) $ 496,483 $ 11,518 $ 9,155 -20.5% $ 6,375 -30.4% Use of Committed Fund Balance $ 491,491 $ - $ - #DIV/0! $ - 0.0% Net Change in Fund Balance $ 6,569 $ (484,964) $ (2,363) $ (2,780) 17.6% $ (2,776) -0.2% Ending Fund Balance $ 496,483 $ 11,518 $ 9,155 $ 6,375 -30.4% $ 3,600 -43.5% 2022-23 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 % Change 2026-27 % Change 024 - Traffic Mitigation Fund
Actual Actual Estimate
Proposed
Budget
from 24-25
Estimate
Proposed
Budget
from 25-26
Proposed
Budget
Revenues
Use of Money and Property $ 467 $ 1,067 $ 1,308 $ 1,140 -12.9% $ 1,163 2.0% Other Revenue 105 210 7,866 - -100.0% - 0.0%
Total Operating Revenue $ 572 $ 1,277 $ 9,174 $ 1,140 -87.6% $ 1,163 2.0% Projected Fund Balance
Balance, beginning of FY $ 36,135 $ 36,707 $ 37,984 $ 47,159 24.2% $ 48,299 2.4% Net Change in Fund Balance $ 572 $ 1,277 $ 9,174 $ 1,140 -87.6% $ 1,163 2.0% Ending Fund Balance $ 36,707 $ 37,984 $ 47,159 $ 48,299 2.4% $ 49,461 2.4% 2022-23 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 % Change 2026-27 % Change 025 - Gas Tax Fund
Actual Actual Estimate
Proposed
Budget
from 24-25
Estimate
Proposed
Budget
from 25-26
Proposed
Budget
Revenues
Use of Money and Property $ 5,677 $ 18,596 $ 22,768 $ 19,480 -14.4% 19,870 2.0% Revenue from Other Agencies 319,291 345,052 347,622 352,655 1.4% 358,268 1.6% Other Revenue - - - - 0.0% - 0.0%
Total Operating Revenue $ 324,968 $ 363,648 $ 370,390 $ 372,135 0.5% 378,138 1.6% Transfer from Reserves - - - - 0.0% - 100.0%
Total Revenue after Transfers $ 324,968 $ 363,648 $ 370,390 $ 372,135 0.5% 378,138 1.6% Expenditures
Operating & Maintenance $ 126,044 $ 113,469 $ 140,386 $ 122,000 -13.1% 122,000 0.0% Transfers to Other Funds for CIP $ 24,962 $ 94,469 $ 73,484 $ 785,378 100.0% 25,000 -96.8% Operating Expenditures and
Transfers Total: $ 151,006 $ 207,939 $ 213,870 $ 907,378 324.3% $ 147,000 -83.8% Projected Fund Balance
Balance, beginning of FY $ 276,658 $ 450,621 $ 606,330 $ 762,851 25.8% $ 227,608 -70.2% Net Change in Fund Balance $ 173,962 $ 155,710 $ 156,520 $ (535,243) -442.0% $ 231,138 100.0% Ending Fund Balance $ 450,621 $ 606,330 $ 762,851 $ 227,608 -70.2% $ 458,745 101.6% Less: Transfers from Reserves $ - $ - $ - $ - 0.0% $ - 100.0% Final Ending Fund Balance $ 450,621 $ 606,330 $ 762,851 $ 227,608 -70.2% $ 458,745 101.6%

Special Revenue Funds Summary with Fund Balance Analysis 2022-23 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 % Change 2026-27 % Change 027 - Local Transportation Fund
Actual Actual Estimate
Proposed
Budget
from 24-25
Estimate
Proposed
Budget
from 25-26
Proposed
Budget
Revenues
Use of Money and Property $ 4,012 $ 10,549 $ 12,372 $ 10,480 -15.3% $ 10,690 2.0% Revenue from Other Agencies 5,561 6,097 4,837 5,551 14.8% 5,662 2.0% Other Revenue 0 - - - 0.0% - 0.0%
Total Operating Revenue $ 9,573 $ 16,646 $ 17,209 $ 16,031 -6.8% $ 16,352 2.0% Transfer from Other Funds $ 97,000 $ 72,000 $ 30,000 $ 32,000 6.7% $ 32,000 0.0% Transfer from Reserves - - - - 0.0% - 0.0%
Total Revenue after Transfers $ 106,573 $ 88,646 $ 47,209 $ 48,031 -0.2% $ 48,352 2.0% Expenditures
Operating & Maintenance 22,000 22,000 22,000 22,500 2.3% 22,500 0.0% Transfers to CIP - 10 - - 0.0% - 0.0%
Transfer to Reserve - - 50,000 50,000 0.0% 50,000 0.0%
Operating Expenditures plus
Transfers Total: $ 22,000 $ 22,010 $ 72,000 $ 72,500 0.7% $ 72,500 0.0% Projected Fund Balance
Balance, beginning of FY $ 165,752 $ 200,325 $ 216,961 $ 192,170 -11.4% $ 167,701 -12.7% Net Change in Fund Balance $ 84,573 $ 66,636 $ (24,791) (24,469) -1.3% $ (24,148) 0.0% Ending Fund Balance $ 250,325 $ 266,961 $ 192,170 $ 167,701 -12.7% $ 143,553 -14.4% Less: Transfers from Reserves $ (50,000) $ (50,000) $ - $ - 0.0% $ - 0.0% Final Ending Fund Balance $ 200,325 $ 216,961 $ 192,170 $ 167,701 -12.7% $ 143,553 -14.4% 2022-23 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 % Change 2026-27 % Change 029 - Transportation Planning Fund
Actual Actual Estimate
Proposed
Budget
from 24-25
Estimate
Proposed
Budget
from 25-26
Proposed
Budget
Revenues
Use of Money and Property $ 385 $ 473 $ 540 $ 150 -72.2% $ 153 2.0% Revenue from Other Agencies 14,290 24,409 45,000 45,000 0.0% 45,000 0.0% Total Operating Revenue $ 14,675 $ 24,882 $ 45,540 $ 45,150 -0.9% 45,153 0.0% Transfers from Other Funds - 3,300 1,260 - 0.0% - 0.0%
Total Revenue plus Transfers $ 14,675 $ 28,182 $ 46,800 $ 45,150 -3.5% $ 45,153 0.0% Expenditures
Operating & Maintenance 14,290 27,709 46,800 45,000 -3.8% 45,000 0.0% Operating Expenditures Total: $ 14,290 $ 27,709 $ 46,800 $ 45,000 -3.8% $ 45,000 0.0% Projected Fund Balance
Balance, beginning of FY $ (103,254) $ (102,870) $ (102,397) $ (102,397) 0.0% $ (102,247) -0.1% Net Change in Fund Balance $ 385 $ 473 $ - $ 150 #DIV/0! $ 153 2.0% Ending Fund Balance $ (102,870) $ (102,397) $ (102,397) $ (102,247) -0.1% $ (102,094) -0.1%

Special Revenue Funds Summary with Fund Balance Analysis 2022-23 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 % Change 2026-27 % Change 031 - Measure A Fund
Actual Actual Estimate
Proposed
Budget
from 24-25
Estimate
Proposed
Budget
from 25-26
Proposed
Budget
Revenues
Use of Money and Property $ 12,266 $ 28,821 $ 31,300 $ 24,200 0.0% 24,684 0.0% Revenue from Other Agencies 486,098 445,492 410,000 442,156 7.8% 415,266 -6.1% Other Revenue 0 3,300 - - 0.0% - 0.0%
Total Operating Revenue $ 498,364 $ 477,612 $ 441,300 $ 466,356 5.7% 439,950 -5.7% Transfer from Reserves - - - - 0.0% (24,684) 0.0%
Total Revenue after Transfers $ 498,364 $ 477,612 $ 441,300 $ 466,356 5.7% 415,266 -5.7% Expenditures
Transfer to Other Funds - Operating 97,000 35,300 30,000 32,000 6.7% 32,000 0.0% Transfer for CIP 419,119 503,848 64,447 1,444,008 2140.6% 383,266 -73.5% Total Expenditures: $ 516,119 $ 539,148 $ 94,447 $ 1,476,008 1462.8% $ 415,266 -71.9% Projected Fund Balance
Balance, beginning of FY $ 614,471 $ 596,717 $ 535,181 $ 882,034 64.8% $ (127,618) -114.5% Net Change in Fund Balance $ (17,755) $ (61,535) $ 346,853 $ (1,009,652) -391.1% $ - 100.0% Ending Fund Balance $ 596,717 $ 535,181 $ 882,034 $ (127,618) -114.5% $ (127,618) 0.0% Less: Transfers from Reserves $ - $ - $ - $ - 100.0% $ 24,684 -100.0% Final Ending Fund Balance $ 596,717 $ 535,181 $ 882,034 $ (127,618) -114.5% $ (102,934) -19.3% 2022-23 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 % Change 2026-27 % Change 032 - American Rescue Plan Act
Fund Actual Actual Estimate
Proposed
Budget
from 24-25
Estimate
Proposed
Budget
from 25-26
Proposed
Budget
Revenues
Use of Money and Property $ 12,720 $ 22,996 $ 863 $ - -100.0% $ - 0.0% Revenue from Other Agencies $ 201,694 $ 751,640 $ 267,172 $ - 0.0% $ - 0.0% Total Operating Revenue $ 214,414 $ 774,636 $ 268,035 $ - -100.0% 0 0.0% Transfer from Reserves - - - - 0.0% - 0.0%
Total Revenue after Transfers $ 214,414 $ 774,636 $ 268,035 $ - -100.0% 0 0.0% Expenditures
Transfers to CIP $ 201,694 $ 751,640 $ 268,035 $ - 100.0% $ - 0.0% Total Expenditures: $ 201,694 $ 751,640 $ 268,035 $ - 100.0% $ - 0.0% Projected Fund Balance
Balance, beginning of FY $ (2,261) $ 10,459 $ 33,456 $ 33,456 0.0% $ 33,456 0.0% Net Change in Fund Balance $ 12,720 $ 22,996 $ 0 $ - 0.0% $ - 0.0% Ending Fund Balance $ 10,459 $ 33,456 $ 33,456 $ 33,456 0.0% $ 33,456 0.0% Less: Transfers from Reserves $ - $ - $ - $ - 0.0% $ - 0.0% Final Ending Fund Balance $ 10,459 $ 33,456 $ 33,456 $ 33,456 0.0% $ 33,456 0.0%

2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2024-25
Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
% Change
from 24-25
Estimate
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
% Change
from 25-26
Proposed
General Fund 11,528,420 11,791,821 17,266,086 12,075,135 17,435,765 44.4% 14,518,027 -16.7% Enterprise Funds:
005 Wastewater Fund 1,263,995 1,280,610 2,483,880 1,285,613 1,242,650 -3.3% 1,242,650 0.0% Wastewater Capital Fund - 123,032 315,000 268,300 - -100.0% - #DIV/0! Water Fund 2,616,013 3,465,304 3,418,090 2,858,343 2,603,170 -8.9% 2,603,170 0.0% Water Capital Fund - 22,785 425,000 223,293 - 100.0% - #DIV/0! Total Enterprise Funds: 3,880,008 4,891,732 6,641,970 4,635,549 3,845,820 -17.0% 3,845,820 0.0% Special Revenue Funds:

Housing Fund 6,569 6,527 1,300 637 220 -65.4% 224 2.0%
Traffic Mitigation Fund 572 1,277 875 9,174 1,140 -87.6% 1,163 2.0% Gas Tax Fund 324,968 363,648 872,416 370,390 372,135 0.5% 378,138 1.6% Local Transportation Fund 106,573 88,646 72,000 47,209 48,031 1.7% 48,352 0.7% Transportation Planning 14,675 28,182 45,300 46,800 45,150 -3.5% 45,153 0.0% Measure A 498,364 477,612 1,013,852 441,300 466,356 5.7% 439,950 -5.7% American Rescue Plan Act 214,414 774,636 675,743 268,035 - -100.0% - #DIV/0! Total Special Revenue: 1,166,135 1,740,528 2,681,486 1,183,545 933,032 -21.2% 912,980 -2.1% Grand Total: $ 16,574,562 $ 18,424,082 $ 26,589,542 $ 17,894,229 $ 22,214,617 24.1% $ 19,276,826 -13.2%

REVENUE BY FUND
Fiscal Years 2025-26 and 2026-27
006
020
029
032
031
021
023
024
025
027
-
5,000,000
10,000,000
15,000,000
20,000,000
25,000,000
2023-24 Actual 2024-25 Est 2025-26 2026-27
Revenue by Fund
General Fund Enterprise Funds Special Revenue Funds

120,000
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended Budget
2024-25
Year End
Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
Fund: 001 - GENERAL FUND
TAXES
001-41005 Property Taxes - Secured 1,824,347 1,882,464 1,871,163 1,899,705 1,976,979 2,052,216 001-41010 Property Taxes - Unsecured 62,558 71,938 74,264 71,657 76,625 79,541 001-41015 Homeowners Exemptions 6,590 6,304 6,590 6,263 6,300 6,300 001-41020 Franchise Fees 377,541 398,730 415,038 409,500 416,246 432,131 001-41025 Sales Tax 3,615,000 3,588,858 3,610,776 3,548,628 3,588,464 3,698,505 001-41035 Transient Occupancy Tax 4,220,959 3,908,296 4,050,000 4,076,805 4,550,000 4,686,500 001-41040 Property Transfer Tax 24,788 32,060 25,000 22,954 26,000 26,989 Taxes Total: 10,131,782 9,888,650 10,052,831 10,035,512 10,640,614 10,982,182

FEES AND PERMITS
001-42010 Zoning Clearance 1,710 1,710 1,170 1,125 1,125 1,125 001-42015 Small Permits 14,805 9,850 9,000 35,895 9,000 9,000 Fees and Permits Total: 16,515 11,560 10,170 37,020 10,125 10,125

REVENUE FROM OTHER AGENCIES
001-43005 Motor Vehicle in Lieu Tax 5,279 6,361 5,980 8,110 6,007 6,128 001-43010 MV License Fee Compensation 593,334 618,807 638,733 649,027 673,106 698,751 001-43015 COPS Grant 165,271 186,159 169,311 195,663 195,577 199,489 001-43040 Beverage Container Grant 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 001-43055 OTS Grant - - - 42,028 -
Revenue from Other Agencies Total: 768,884 816,327 819,024 899,828 879,690 909,367

CHARGES FOR CURRENT SERVICES
001-44005 Buellton Recreation Program 173,743 166,183 160,000 157,857 160,000 160,000 001-44010 Recreation Program 50/50 10,785 7,667 3,500 3,500 3,500 3,500 001-44015 Buellton Rec Program Trips 3,377 2,675 2,650 2,000 2,650 2,650 001-44020 Park Reservation Fees 12,210 13,720 12,210 14,210 12,210 12,210 001-44025 Special Event Fee/Temp Use 1,685 2,040 1,585 1,565 1,585 1,585 001-44035 Cost Reimbursement 91,396 105,183 251,546 205,000 - - 001-44045 Lease Revenue - Principal 152,071 156,612 120,226 123,612 121,576 122,974 001-44250 Miscellaneous 15,316 39,354 17,500 21,810 18,400 18,400 Charges for Current Services Total: 460,583 493,434 569,217 529,554 319,921 321,319

FINES AND PENALTIES
001-45005 Criminal Fines & Penalties 621 404 300 300 300 300 001-45010 Fines & Fees 7,833 12,137 5,000 13,916 8,000 8,000 001-49532 Code Enforcement Fines 800 500 - - -
Fines and Penalties Total: 9,254 13,041 5,300 14,216 8,300 8,300

USE OF MONEY AND PROPERTY
001-44105 Interest 146,567 567,217 470,000 548,465 440,000 440,000 001-49010 Rent (5,166) 1,593 5,000 10,540 10,000 10,000 Use of Money and Property Total: 141,402 568,810 475,000 559,005 450,000 450,000 11,528,420 11,791,821 11,931,542 12,075,135 12,308,651 12,681,293

OTHER FINANCING SOURCECS
001-44040 Transfer from Reserves (CIP) - - 5,334,544 - 5,127,114 1,836,734 001-49737 Capital Lease Proceeds - - - -
11,528,420 11,791,821 17,266,086 12,075,135 17,435,765 14,518,027 Fiscal Years 2025-26 and 2026-27

SCHEDULE OF REVENUE BY CATEGORY
TOTAL FUNDING SOURCES (REVENUE):

GENERAL FUND OPERATING REVENUE:

ENTERPRISE FUNDS
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended Budget
2024-25
Year End
Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
Fund: 005 - WASTEWATER FUND

CHARGES FOR SERVICES
005-44110 Sales 1,227,030 1,224,471 1,207,000 1,235,702 1,207,000 1,207,000 005-44120 Set-Up Fees 700 555 650 710 650 650
005-44125 Late Charges 10,505 10,735 5,000 10,500 5,000 5,000 Charges for Services Total : 1,238,235 1,235,761 1,212,650 1,246,912 1,212,650 1,212,650

USE OF MONEY AND PROPERTY
005-44105 Interest 25,760 44,850 30,000 35,201 30,000 30,000 005-44126 Gain (Loss) on Capital Assets - - - -
Use of Money and Property Total : 25,760 44,850 30,000 35,201 30,000 30,000 1,263,995 1,280,610 1,242,650 1,282,113 1,242,650 1,242,650

OTHER REVENUE
005-44250 Miscellaneous - - - 3,500
005-49649 Insurance Refund - Gen Liab - - - -
Other Revenue Total: - - - 3,500 - -

TRANSFERS
005-49652 Transfer from Reserves - - 1,241,230
1,263,995 1,280,610 2,483,880 1,285,613 1,242,650 1,242,650 Fund: 006 - WASTEWATER CAPITAL FUND

USE OF MONEY AND PROPERTY
006-44105 Interest - - - -
Use of Money and Property Total : - - - - - -

CAPITAL IMPACT FEES
006-44115 Connection Fees - 59,536 - 268,300
Capital Impact Fees Total : - 59,536 - 268,300 - -
- 59,536 - 268,300 - -

TRANSFERS FROM RESERVES
006-49652 Transfer in from Reserves - - - -

TRANSFERS IN FROM OTHER FUNDS
006-49729 Transfer from Sewer Fund - 63,496 315,000 -
- 123,032 315,000 268,300 - -
WASTEWATER CAPITAL REVENUE:

WASTEWATER OPERATING REVENUE:

SCHEDULE OF REVENUE BY CATEGORY
Fiscal Years 2025-26 and 2026-27
REVENUE TOTAL PLUS TRANSFERS:

REVENUE TOTAL PLUS TRANSFERS:

2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended Budget
2024-25
Year End
Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
Fund: 020 - WATER FUND

CHARGES FOR SERVICES
020-44120 Set-Up Fees 700 555 650 710 650 650
020-44125 Late Charges 14,459 15,393 5,000 15,000 5,000 5,000 020-44210 Bulk Water 8,997 35,925 8,500 27,273 40,000 40,000 020-44215 Sales 2,525,245 2,571,468 2,430,900 2,677,563 2,430,900 2,430,900 020-44220 Meter Service Installation - 1,152 - 12,510 - - 020-44240 Service Reinstatement Fee 180 100 20 93 20 20 Charges for Services Total : 2,549,581 2,624,594 2,445,070 2,733,149 2,476,570 2,476,570

USE OF MONEY AND PROPERTY
020-44105 Interest 64,480 148,721 125,000 117,063 125,000 125,000 Use of Money and Property Total : 64,480 148,721 125,000 117,063 125,000 125,000

OTHER REVENUE
020-44250 Miscellaneous 252 146 - 3,531 - -
020-49657 Insurance Refund - Gen Liability - - - - - -
020-49656 Hydrant Permits 1,700 3,700 1,600 4,600 1,600 1,600 Other Revenue Total: 1,952 3,846 1,600 8,131 1,600 1,600 2,616,013 2,777,160 2,571,670 2,858,343 2,603,170 2,603,170

TRANSFERS FROM RESERVES
020-49661 Transfer from Reserves - 688,144 846,420
2,616,013 3,465,304 3,418,090 2,858,343 2,603,170 2,603,170 Fund: 021 - WATER CAPITAL FUND

USE OF MONEY AND PROPERTY
021-44105 Interest - - - -
Use of Money and Property Total: - - - - - -

CAPITAL IMPACT FEES
021-44115 Connection Fees - 22,785 - 223,293
Capital Impact Fees Total: - 22,785 - 223,293 - -
- 22,785 - 223,293 - -

TRANSFERS FROM RESERVES
021-49652 Transfer in from Reserves - - - -

TRANSFERS FROM OTHER FUNDS
021-49732 Transfer in from Water Fund - - 425,000 -
- 22,785 425,000 223,293 - -
WATER OPERATING REVENUE:

WATER CAPITAL REVENUE:

REVENUE TOTAL PLUS TRANSFERS:

SCHEDULE OF REVENUE BY CATEGORY
Fiscal Years 2025-26 and 2026-27
REVENUE TOTAL PLUS TRANSFERS:

SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended Budget
2024-25
Year End
Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
Fund: 023 - HOUSING FUND

USE OF MONEY AND PROPERTY
023-44105 Interest 6,323 6,199 1,300 309 220 224
Use of Money and Property Total: 6,323 6,199 1,300 309 220 224

OTHER REVENUE
023-44310 Housing Fees 246 328 - 328 - -
Other Revenue Total: 246 328 - 328 - -
6,569 6,527 1,300 637 220 224
Fund: 024 - TRAFFIC MITIGATION FUND

USE OF MONEY AND PROPERTY
024-44105 Interest 467 1,067 875 1,308 1,140 1,163
Use of Money and Property Total: 467 1,067 875 1,308 1,140 1,163

OTHER REVENUE
024-47010 Traffic Mitigation Fees 105 210 - 7,866 - -
Other Revenue Total: 105 210 - 7,866 - -
572 1,277 875 9,174 1,140 1,163
Fund: 025 - GAS TAX FUND

USE OF MONEY AND PROPERTY
025-44105 Interest 5,677 18,596 11,000 22,768 19,480 19,870 Use of Money and Property Total: 5,677 18,596 11,000 22,768 19,480 19,870

REVENUE FROM OTHER AGENCIES
025-47110 Surface Transportation Program 71,260 68,937 70,000 70,000 70,000 70,000 025-47115 Traffic Congestion Relief - - - - - -
025-47116 SB1 - Local Streets & Roads 114,935 132,901 131,801 129,882 134,962 137,661 025-47120 Gas Tax 2105 29,316 31,469 31,972 32,492 32,746 33,401 025-47125 Gas Tax 2106 19,854 21,734 21,023 21,313 21,444 21,873 025-47130 Gas Tax 2107 39,953 40,407 43,695 44,334 44,691 45,585 025-47135 Gas Tax 2107.5 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 025-47140 Gas Tax 2103/R & T 7360 41,973 47,604 45,732 47,601 46,812 47,748 Revenue from Other Agencies Total: 319,291 345,052 346,223 347,622 352,655 358,268

OTHER REVENUE
025-44035 Cost Reimbursement - - -
Other Revenue Total: - - - - - -
324,968 363,648 357,223 370,390 372,135 378,138

TRANSFERS FROM RESERVES
025-44040 Transfer in from Reserves - - 515,193
REVENUE TOTAL PLUS TRANSFERS: 324,968 363,648 872,416 370,390 372,135 378,138

SCHEDULE OF REVENUE BY CATEGORY
HOUSING REVENUE TOTAL:

TRAFFIC MITIGATION REVENUE TOTAL:

GAS TAX OPERATING REVENUE TOTAL:

2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended Budget
2024-25
Year End
Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
Fund: 027 - LOCAL TRANSPORTATION FUND

USE OF MONEY AND PROPERTY
027-44105 Interest 4,012 10,549 8,000 12,372 10,480 10,690 Use of Money and Property Total: 4,012 10,549 8,000 12,372 10,480 10,690

REVENUE FROM OTHER AGENCIES
027-47310 LTF - Bikeways 5,561 6,097 5,534 4,837 5,551 5,662 Revenue from Other Agencies Total: 5,561 6,097 5,534 4,837 5,551 5,662

OTHER REVENUE
027-44250 Miscellaneous - - - - - -
Other Revenue Total: - - - - - -
9,573 16,646 13,534 17,209 16,031 16,352

TRANSFERS FROM RESERVES
027-47311 Transfer from Reserves - - - - - -

TRANSFERS FROM OTHER FUNDS
027-47415 Transfer from General Fund - 40,000 28,466
027-49690 Transfer from Measure A 97,000 32,000 30,000 30,000 32,000 32,000 Transfers Total : 97,000 72,000 58,466 30,000 32,000 32,000 106,573 88,646 72,000 47,209 48,031 48,352
Fund: 029 - TRANSPORTATION PLANNING FUND

USE OF MONEY AND PROPERTY
029-44105 Interest 385 473 300 540 150 153
Use of Money and Property Total: 385 473 300 540 150 153

REVENUE FROM OTHER AGENCIES
029-47410 STA Funding 14,290 24,409 45,000 45,000 45,000 45,000 Revenue from Other Agencies Total: 14,290 24,409 45,000 45,000 45,000 45,000 14,675 24,882 45,300 45,540 45,150 45,153

TRANSFERS FROM OTHER FUNDS
029-47415 Transfer from General Fund - 3,300 - 1,260 - - 14,675 28,182 45,300 46,800 45,150 45,153
Fund: 031 - MEASURE A FUND

USE OF MONEY AND PROPERTY
031-44105 Interest 12,266 28,821 15,000 31,300 24,200 24,684 Use of Money and Property Total: 12,266 28,821 15,000 31,300 24,200 24,684

REVENUE FROM OTHER AGENCIES
031-47510 Measure A 486,098 445,492 440,450 410,000 442,156 415,266 Revenue from Other Agencies Total: 486,098 445,492 440,450 410,000 442,156 415,266

OTHER REVENUE
031-44035 Cost Reimbursement - 3,300 - - - -
Other Revenue Total: - 3,300 - - - -
498,364 477,612 455,450 441,300 466,356 439,950

TRANSFERS FROM RESERVES
031-49736 Transfer from Reserves - - 558,402
498,364 477,612 1,013,852 441,300 466,356 439,950
Fund: 032- AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT (ARPA) FUND

USE OF MONEY AND PROPERTY
032-44105 Interest 12,720 22,996 - 863 - -
Use of Money and Property Total: 12,720 22,996 - 863 - -

REVENUE FROM OTHER AGENCIES
032-43060 ARPA Funding 201,694 751,640 675,743 267,172 - - Revenue from Other Agencies Total: 201,694 751,640 675,743 267,172 - - 214,414 774,636 675,743 268,035 - -

SCHEDULE OF REVENUE BY CATEGORY
Fiscal Years 2025-26 and 2026-27
LTF OPERATING REVENUE TOTAL:

OPERATING REVENUE TOTAL:

REVENUE TOTAL PLUS TRANSFERS:

OPERATING REVENUE TOTAL:

OPERATING REVENUE TOTAL:

REVENUE TOTAL PLUS TRANSFERS:

REVENUE TOTAL PLUS TRANSFERS:

2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended Budget
2024-25
Year End
Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
TOTAL GENERAL FUND REVENUES 11,528,420 11,791,821 17,266,086 12,075,135 17,435,765 14,518,027 TOTAL ENTERPRISE REVENUES 3,880,008 4,891,732 6,641,970 4,635,549 3,845,820 3,845,820 TOTAL SPECIAL REVENUES 1,166,135 1,740,528 2,681,486 1,183,545 933,032 912,980 GRAND TOTAL 16,574,562 18,424,082 26,589,542 17,894,229 22,214,617 19,276,826 2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended Budget
2024-25
Year End
Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
10,131,782 9,888,650 10,052,831 10,035,512 10,640,614 10,982,182 16,515 11,560 10,170 37,020 10,125 10,125
Revenue from Other Agencies 1,795,819 2,389,017 2,331,974 1,974,459 1,725,052 1,733,563 Charges for Current Services 4,248,399 4,353,788 4,226,937 4,509,615 4,009,141 4,010,539 Fines and Penalties 9,254 13,041 5,300 14,216 8,300 8,300 Use of Money and Property 273,491 851,081.53 666,475 780,729 660,670 661,783 Capital Impact Fees - 82,321 - 491,593 - -
Other Revenue 2,303 7,684 1,600 19,825 1,600 1,600
Transfer from Other Funds 97,000 138,796 798,466 31,260 32,000 32,000 Transfer from Reserves - 688,144 8,495,789 - 5,127,114 1,836,734 Total: $ 16,574,562 $ 18,424,082 $ 26,589,542 $ 17,894,229 $ 22,214,617 $ 19,276,826

REVENUE BY CATEGORY - ALL FUNDS
Fiscal Years 2025-26 and 2026-27

SCHEDULE OF REVENUE BY CATEGORY

REVENUE SUMMARY
Taxes
Fees and Permits
Category
-
1,000
2,000
3,000
4,000
5,000
6,000
7,000
8,000
Taxes Fees and
Permits
Revenue
from Other
Agencies
Charges for
Current
Services
Fines and
Penalties
Use of
Money and
Property
Capital
Impact Fees
Other
Revenue
Transfer
from Other
Funds
Transfer
from
Reserves
Thousands

REVENUE BY CATEGORY
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25 Year End Estimate 2025-26
Proposed Budget
2026-27 Proposed Budget

2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2024-25
Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
% Change
from 24-25
Estimate
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
% Change
from 25-26
Proposed
Employee Services 2,525,942 3,618,587 3,679,269 3,442,135 4,273,360 24% 4,500,061 5.0% Operating & Maintenance 10,003,737 9,736,490 9,667,731 10,629,714 6,140,044 -42% 10,936,229 43.9% Minor Capital 27,462 66,029 362,946 214,061 310,275 45% 152,975 -102.8% Capital Outlay 782,812 2,762,307 11,532,487 2,482,312 11,481,500 363% 5,845,000 -96.4% Transfer to Other Funds 97,000 240,889 1,347,589 338,180 2,807,000 730% 1,732,000 -62.1% Grand Total: 13,436,953 16,424,301 26,590,022 17,106,401 25,012,179 46% 23,166,265 -8.0% Expenditures by Category (All Funds)
Fiscal Years 2025-26 and 2026-27
-
2,000,000
4,000,000
6,000,000
8,000,000
10,000,000
12,000,000
14,000,000
Employee Services Operating &
Maintenance
Minor Capital Capital Outlay Transfer to Other Funds
Expenditures by Category
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25 Amended Budget 2024-25
Estimate
2026-27 Proposed Budget

BIENNIAL BUDGET 2025-26 AND 2026-27
Fund
001 161,238 162,500 238,826 200,880 242,539 1.6% 232,609 -4.1% 001 312,944 357,218 376,653 366,749 467,667 24.2% 485,559 3.8% 001 139,688 156,080 243,283 218,375 226,434 -6.9% 236,220 4.3% 001 140,635 164,977 206,000 205,862 212,000 2.9% 218,360 3.0% 001 2,821,811 2,870,995 8,214,530 3,384,489 3,440,228 -58.1% 3,838,006 11.6% 001 210,169 242,588 298,033 292,659 404,777 35.8% 418,077 3.3% 001 2,642,118 3,002,575 3,259,930 3,256,710 3,644,759 11.8% 3,824,340 4.9% 001 202,269 203,288 229,614 231,085 308,288 34.3% 315,186 2.2% 001 657,911 618,453 800,111 675,148 853,014 6.6% 884,193 3.7% 001 42,820 66,131 73,500 60,000 70,000 -4.8% 70,000 0.0% 001 175,627 300,831 425,700 322,179 425,500 0.0% 385,500 -9.4% 001 513,693 530,339 584,000 523,603 579,120 -0.8% 581,500 0.4% 001 130,877 139,918 247,950 224,120 292,950 18.1% 267,750 -8.6% 001 - - - - - #DIV/0! - 0.0%
001 794,227 871,050 1,091,495 1,021,054 1,280,393 17.3% 1,189,685 -7.1% 001 607,692 664,624 976,415 736,344 1,064,554 9.0% 959,867 -9.8% 9,553,719 10,351,565 17,266,040 11,719,256 13,512,223 -21.7% 13,906,852 2.9% [1] 001 (338,732) (1,412,341) (6,713,331) (1,933,025) (5,127,114) -23.6% (1,836,734) -64.2% 9,214,987 8,939,225 10,552,709 9,786,230 8,385,109 -14.3% 12,070,118 43.9% Fund
005 1,334,521 1,809,262 2,483,880 1,759,390 2,678,664 7.8% 2,437,544 -9.0% 006 (143,541) 69,987 315,000 91,458 780,000 147.6% 780,000 0.0% 020 1,726,213 2,052,928 3,418,091 2,612,983 4,732,406 38.5% 4,004,103 -15.4% 021 60,933 100,623 425,000 226,863 805,000 89.4% 1,355,000 68.3% 2,978,126 4,032,800 6,641,971 4,690,694 8,996,070 35.4% 8,576,647 -4.7% [2] 005 - - 250,000 - 775,000 210.0% 500,000 -35.5%
[2] 006 - - 315,000 (16,458) 700,000 122.2% 700,000 0.0% 1,190,981 1,879,249 3,113,880 1,834,390 4,933,664 58.4% 4,417,544 -10.5% [3] 020 - - - - 1,950,000 100.0% 1,150,000 -41.0%
[3] 021 - - 425,000 (126,863) 700,000 64.7% 1,250,000 78.6% 1,787,146 2,153,551 4,268,091 2,712,983 8,187,406 91.8% 7,759,103 -5.2% Fund
023 - 491,491 3,000 1,300 3,000 100.0% 3,000 0.0%
025 151,006 207,939 872,416 213,870 907,378 4.0% 147,000 -83.8% 027 22,000 22,010 72,000 72,000 72,500 0.7% 72,500 0.0% 029 14,290 27,709 45,000 46,800 45,000 0.0% 45,000 0.0% 031 516,119 539,148 1,013,852 94,447 1,476,008 45.6% 415,266 -71.9% 032 201,694 751,640 675,743 268,035 - -100.0% - 100.0%
905,108 2,039,936 2,682,011 696,452 2,503,886 -6.6% 682,766 -72.7% [4] 025 - (94,469) (750,416) (73,484) (785,378) 4.7% (25,000) -96.8% 151,006 113,469 122,000 140,386 122,000 0.0% 122,000 0.0% [5] 027 - (10) - - - 0.0% - 0.0%
22,000 22,000 72,000 72,000 72,500 0.7% 72,500 0.0%
[6] 031 (419,119) (503,848) (983,852) (64,447) (1,444,008) 46.8% (383,266) -73.5% (217,425) 247,792 (308,109) 203,588 32,000 -110.4% 32,000 0.0% [7] 032 (201,694) (751,640) (675,743) (268,035) - -100.0% - 100.0% (201,694) (751,640) (675,743) (268,035) - -100.0% - 100.0% 13,436,953 16,424,301 26,590,022 17,106,401 25,012,179 -5.9% 23,166,265 -7.4% 2024-25
Budget
2024-25
Budget
LESS: Transfer for CIP
ARPA Fund Operating Expenditures:

ALL FUNDS TOTAL
SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS OPERATING EXPENDITURE ANALYSIS:

Measure A Fund Operating Expenditures:

LESS: Reserve Transfer for CIP
LESS: Reserve Transfer for CIP
Gas Tax Fund Operating Expenditures:
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
Description

ENTERPRISE FUNDS
701 - WASTEWATER OPERATING [2]
702 - WASTEWATER CAPITAL [2]
401 - CITY COUNCIL
510 - LEISURE SERVICES - LIBRARY
511 - RECREATION
550 - PW - STREET LIGHTS
402 - CITY MANAGER
403 - CITY CLERK/HUMAN RESOURCES
404 - CITY ATTORNEY
410 - NON-DEPARTMENTAL [1]
420 - FINANCE
501 - PUBLIC SAFETY - POLICE/FIRE
FOOTNOTES:
2023-24
Actual 2024-25 YearEnd Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
LESS: Reserve Transfer for CIP
2022-23
Description Actual
2022-23
Actual
LESS: Reserve Transfer for CIP
General Fund Operating Expenditures:

LESS: Reserve Transfer for CIP
Sewer Fund Operating Expenditures:

LESS: Reserve Transfer for CIP
Water Fund Operating Expenditures:

ENTERPRISE FUNDS TOTAL:

FOOTNOTES:

EXPENDITURE SUMMARY ALL - FUNDS
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25 YearEnd Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
Description
GENERAL FUND 2024-25
Budget
551 - STORM WATER [1]
LTF Fund Operating Expenditures:
580 - HOUSING
SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS TOTAL:
601 - WATER [3]
602 - WATER CAPITAL [3]
ENTERPRISE FUNDS OPERATING EXPENDITURE ANALYSIS:
557 - TRANSPORTATION PLANNING
567 - AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT [7]
FOOTNOTES:

LESS: Reserve Transfer to Capital
LESS: Reserve Transfer to Capital
560 - MEASURE A [6]
559 - LOCAL TRANSPORTATION FUND [5]
553 - 557 GAS TAX [4]

SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS
% Change
from 25-26
Proposed
% Change
from 24-25
Budget
% Change
from 25-26
Proposed
% Change
from 24-25
Budget
% Change
from 25-26
Proposed
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
% Change
from 24-25
Budget
GENERAL FUND OPERATING EXPENDITURE ANALYSIS:
552 - PW - PARKS
556 - PW - LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE
557 - PW - ENGINEERING
558 - PW - GENERAL
565 - PLANNING
GENERAL FUND TOTAL:
2023-24
Actual 2024-25 YearEnd Estimate

DEPARTMENT: 401/CITY COUNCIL
Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2024-25
Year-End
Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
$ 125,820 $ 137,619 148,414$ $ 147,777 $ 167,039 $ 171,359 $ 35,316 $ 24,881 $ 82,762 $ 49,787 $ 71,500 $ 56,250
$ 102 $ - $ 7,650 $ 3,316 $ 4,000 $ 5,000
$ 161,238 $ 162,500 238,826$ $ 200,880 $ 242,539 $ 232,609 FUND 001- GENERAL
Employee Services
Operating & Maintenance
Minor Capital
Department Total
$-
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
$300,000
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended Budget
2024-25
Year-End Estimate
2025-26 Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed Budget
City Council Expenditure Graph
$-
$20,000
$40,000
$60,000
$80,000
$100,000
$120,000
$140,000
$160,000
$180,000
Employee Services Operating & Maintenance Minor Capital City Council Expenditure by Category
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended Budget
2024-25
Year-End Estimate
2025-26 Proposed Budget 2026-27
Proposed Budget

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0 0
1 1
1 1
1 2
Chart Title

City Council
Account: 001-401
Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2024-25
Year-End
Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
60,421 62,472 70,062 67,654 81,434 83,709
28,980 34,200 34,200 31,000 34,200 34,200
4,275 4,500 4,500 4,050 4,500 4,500
1,429 1,646 1,578 1,652 1,722 1,722
44 47 794 45 794 794
11,007 13,323 14,235 14,329 17,051 17,242
3,435 1,997 12,512 11,270 14,755 15,033
12,923 15,603 6,430 13,679 7,871 9,311
3,270 3,789 4,059 4,057 4,671 4,807
37 41 44 41 41 41
EMPLOYEE SERVICES SUBTOTAL: 125,820 137,619 148,414 147,777 167,039 171,359 4,552 1,560 53,000 20,945 40,000 22,000
3,578 1,130 3,152 5,393 5,000 5,500
21,023 18,083 20,000 20,000 20,000 22,000
4,630 2,222 4,000 1,156 4,000 4,200
258 326 550 550 500 550
1,276 1,561 2,060 1,743 2,000 2,000
OPERATING & MAINTENANCE SUBTOTAL: 35,316 24,881 82,762 49,787 71,500 56,250 - - - - - -
102 - 7,650 3,316 4,000 5,000
MINOR CAPITAL SUBTOTAL: 102 - 7,650 3,316 4,000 5,000
161,238 162,500 238,826 200,880 242,539 232,609
[1] Cost of Special Election $35,000. Amount carried over to FY 2025/26. 61130 Office Supplies

MINOR CAPITAL
72200 Office Furniture
72300 Computer Equipment
401 - CITY COUNCIL TOTAL:
67705 Telephone
60210 Computer Maintenance & Software
60710 Travel & Training
60900 Miscellaneous
60013 Election Expense
50200 PERS Retirement
50300 Workers Compensation
50400 Medical Benefit
50410 Employer Paid DCP
50500 Group Life Ins Benefit

OPERATING & MAINTENANCE
50025 Council Car Allowance
50120 Employer SS/MC
50130 UI & Employee Training Tax
50020 Council Salaries

DEPARTMENT EXPENDITURES

EMPLOYEE SERVICES
50000 Salaries
[1]

FUND 001- GENERAL
Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget

1.00 1.00 1.00

4.00 4.00 4.00

0.40 0.40 0.40

5.40 5.40 5.40
Staff Salaries $ 70,062 $ 81,434 $ 83,709
Includes 40 percent of City Clerk Salary.

Council Salaries $ 34,200 $ 34,200 $ 34,200
Council Car Allowance $ 4,500 $ 4,500 $ 4,500
Includes individual councilmember car allowance totaling $75 per month.

Benefits:

Employer SS/MC $ 1,578 $ 1,722 $ 1,722
Federal law requires Medicare payments paid by both the City and employee.

UI & Employee Training Tax $ 794 $ 794 $ 794
PERS Retirement $ 14,235 $ 17,051 $ 17,242
Represents the allocation of Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) employer cost.

Workers Compensation $ 12,512 $ 14,755 $ 15,033
Reflects cost to provide worker's compensation coverage.

Medical Benefit $ 6,430 $ 7,871 $ 9,311
Employer Paid DCP $ 4,059 $ 4,671 $ 4,807
Group Life Insurance Benefit $ 44 $ 41 $ 41
Reflects annual life insurance cost as employee benefits.

Election Expense $ 53,000 $ 40,000 $ 22,000
50130
Reflects the annual unemployment insurance coverage paid to the California Employment Development Department for the five council members and City Clerk. 50200
50300
50400
50410
Reflects the City's contribution towards the employee's deferred compensation program for the City Clerk.
50500

OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE
60013
Includes dental/vision insurance and health insurance paid per month by the City for the positions in this department.

Reflects anticipated costs related to the City election to be held in November 2025 and Special Election in August 2025.
50120
DEPARTMENT: 401/CITY COUNCIL

EXPENDITURE DETAIL NARRATIVE

EMPLOYEE SERVICES
Council Members (4)
City Clerk
Total:
50000
50020
50025
Mayor
Includes individual stipends totaling $550 per month per City Council member and $650 per month for the Mayor.

EXPENDITURE NARRATIVE (continued) DEPARTMENT: 401/CITY COUNCIL 2024-25
Amended
Budget
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
Computer Maintenance & Software $ 3,152 $ 5,000 $ 5,500 Reflects annual computer maintenance costs.

Travel & Training $ 20,000 $ 20,000 $ 22,000
Miscellaneous $ 4,000 $ 4,000 $ 4,200
Office Supplies $ 550 $ 500 $ 550
Reflects costs for department office supplies.

Telephone $ 2,060 $ 2,000 $ 2,000
Reflects cost of telephone services for the City Council.

Office Furniture $ - $ - $ -
Reflects acquisition of furniture for the City Council.

Computer Equipment 7,650.00$ $ 4,000 $ 5,000
Reflects acquisition of laptop for the City Council.
72300
Reflects attendance at League of California Cities (LOCC) conferences, Channel Counties Division (LOCC) meetings, Council of Government meetings and miscellaneous seminars for the Mayor and Council Members.
60900
Provides for unexpected expenditures incurred during the year along with purchasing various supplies, materials, etc.
61130

MINOR CAPITAL
72200
67705
60710
60210

DEPARTMENT: 402/CITY MANAGER
Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2024-25
Year-End
Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
$ 303,085 $ 347,028 $ 364,007 $ 355,542 $ 454,742 $ 474,084 $ 9,859 $ 10,190 $ 10,350 $ 9,915 $ 10,650 $ 10,700
$ - $ - $ 2,296 $ 1,292 $ 2,275 $ 775
$ 312,944 $ 357,218 $ 376,653 $ 366,749 $ 467,667 $ 485,559 Minor Capital
Department Total
FUND 001- GENERAL
Employee Services
Operating & Maintenance
$-
$100,000
$200,000
$300,000
$400,000
$500,000
$600,000
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended Budget
2024-25
Year-End Estimate
2025-26 Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed Budget
City Manager Expenditure Graph
$-
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
$300,000
$350,000
$400,000
$450,000
$500,000
Employee Services Operating & Maintenance Minor Capital City Manager Expenditures by Category
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended Budget
2024-25
Year-End Estimate
2025-26 Proposed Budget 2026-27
Proposed Budget

City Manager
Account: 001-402
Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2024-25
Year-End
Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
208,963 239,543 255,300 248,658 318,905 330,524
3,876 4,092 4,512 4,692 4,925 5,072
4,520 4,800 4,800 4,800 4,800 4,800
3,268 3,626 3,059 3,871 3,796 3,858
115 118 256 197 339 342
38,428 45,029 50,340 49,698 56,794 57,766
7,751 9,983 2,549 2,296 4,372 4,454
23,564 26,444 27,977 26,419 42,091 47,851
12,503 13,290 15,104 14,798 18,559 19,256
97 104 110 113 161 161
EMPLOYEE SERVICES SUBTOTAL: 303,085 347,028 364,007 355,542 454,742 474,084 - - 100 125 125 125
1,775 1,600 2,250 1,830 2,300 2,350
7,539 8,170 7,500 7,670 7,725 7,725
544 420 500 248 500 500
- - - 42 - -
OPERATING & MAINTENANCE SUBTOTAL: 9,859 10,190 10,350 9,915 10,650 10,700 - - 796 - 775 775
- - 1,500 1,292 1,500 -
MINOR CAPITAL SUBTOTAL: - - 2,296 1,292 2,275 775
312,944 357,218 376,653 366,749 467,667 485,559
[1]
[2]
402 - CITY MANAGER TOTAL:
61130 Office Supplies

MINOR CAPITAL
72200 Office Furniture
60710 Travel & Training
60900 Miscellaneous
72300 Computer Equipment
50500 Group Life Ins Benefit

OPERATING & MAINTENANCE
60650 Membership & Publication
Workers Compensation
50400 Medical Benefit
50410 Employer Paid DCP

DEPARTMENT EXPENDITURES

EMPLOYEE SERVICES
50000 Salaries
50015 Assistant City Manager Pay
50025 Car Allowance
50120 Employer SS/MC
50130 UI & Employee Training Tax
60210 Computer Maintenance & Software
50200 PERS Retirement
50300
[1]
[2]

FUND 001- GENERAL
Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget

1.00 1.00 1.00

0.10 - 0.10

1.10 1.00 1.10
Staff Salaries $ 255,300 $ 318,905 $ 330,524
Includes City Manager Salary and 10% of the Administrative Assistant Salary Assistant City Manager Pay $ 4,512 $ 4,925 $ 5,072
Includes 3% of Department Director's salary as they shadow the City Manager.

Car Allowance $ 4,800 $ 4,800 $ 4,800
Includes car allowance for City Manager.

Benefits:

Employer SS/MC $ 3,059 $ 3,796 $ 3,858
Federal law requires Medicare payments paid by both the City and employee.

UI & Employee Training Tax $ 256 $ 339 $ 342
PERS Retirement $ 50,340 $ 56,794 $ 57,766
Represents the allocation of Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) employer cost.

Workers Compensation $ 2,549 $ 4,372 $ 4,454
Reflects cost to provide worker's compensation coverage.

Medical Benefit $ 27,977 $ 42,091 $ 47,851
Employer Paid DCP $ 15,104 $ 18,559 $ 19,256
Reflects the City's contribution towards the employee's deferred compensation program.

Group Life Insurance Benefit $ 110 $ 161 $ 161
Reflects annual life insurance cost as employee benefits.

Computer Maintenance & Software $ 100 $ 125 $ 125
Reflects annual computer maintenance costs.
50300
50400
Includes dental/vision insurance and medical insurance paid per month by the City for the City Manager.
50410
50500

OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE
60210
50200
DEPARTMENT: 402/CITY MANAGER

EXPENDITURE DETAIL NARRATIVE

EMPLOYEE SERVICES
City Manager
50000
50025
50120
50130
Reflects the annual unemployment insurance coverage paid to the California Employment Development Department for the City Manager.
50015
Administrative Assistant
Total:

EXPENDITURE NARRATIVE (continued) DEPARTMENT: 402/CITY MANAGER 2024-25
Amended
Budget
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
Membership & Publication $ 2,250 $ 2,300 $ 2,350
Travel & Training $ 7,500 $ 7,725 $ 7,725
Miscellaneous $ 500 $ 500 $ 500
Office Supplies $ - $ - $ -
Reflects costs for department office supplies.

Office Furniture $ 796 $ 775 $ 775
Reflects acquisition of furniture for the City Manager.

Computer Equipment $ 1,500 $ 1,500 $ -
Reflects acquisition of laptop or computer for the City Manager.

Provides for unexpected expenditures incurred during the year along with purchasing various supplies, materials, etc.
61130

MINOR CAPITAL
72200
72300
60900
60650
Includes membership to California City Management Foundation, International City/County Management, CA Association for Local Economic Development, and subscription to Pacific Coast Business Times.
60710
Reflects attendance at League of California Cities (LOCC) conferences, Channel Counties Division (LOCC) meetings, City Manager's Luncheons and miscellaneous meetings and training seminars for the City Manager.

FUND 001- GENERAL DEPARTMENT: 403/CITY CLERK AND HUMAN RESOURCES Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2024-25
Year-End
Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
$ 135,037 $ 138,797 158,429$ $ 154,543 $ 199,634 $ 208,320 $ 4,652 $ 16,759 $ 82,354 $ 62,332 $ 24,800 $ 25,400
$ - $ 524 $ 2,500 $ 1,500 $ 2,000 $ 2,500
Department Total $ 139,688 $ 156,080 243,283$ $ 218,375 $ 226,434 $ 236,220 Employee Services
Operating & Maintenance
Minor Capital
$-
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
$300,000
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended Budget
2024-25
Year-End Estimate
2025-26 Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed Budget
CIty Clerk/HR Expenditure Graph
$-
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
Employee Services Operating & Maintenance Minor Capital City Clerk/Human Resources Expenditures by Category
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended Budget
2024-25
Year-End Estimate
2025-26 Proposed Budget 2026-27
Proposed Budget

City Clerk/Human Resources
Account: 001-403
Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2024-25
Year-End
Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
92,892 99,884 114,806 113,904 144,599 149,462
7,945 (217) - - - -
2,032 1,674 1,665 1,901 2,066 2,087
186 77 110 84 125 125
15,601 19,139 21,338 21,042 25,461 25,867
3,601 2,995 1,738 1,566 2,323 2,367
7,693 9,580 12,025 9,705 16,757 19,817
5,030 5,600 6,672 6,267 8,217 8,509
57 66 75 75 86 86
EMPLOYEE SERVICES SUBTOTAL: 135,037 138,797 158,429 154,543 199,634 208,320 - 3,958 4,000 1,845 4,000 4,000
1,035 3,691 4,000 1,440 4,000 4,000
125 421 550 375 1,000 1,000
1,189 4,380 3,800 3,865 3,800 4,000
869 898 1,000 943 1,000 1,000
- 2,437 6,955 6,955 9,000 9,000
- - 263 239 250 300
383 611 550 378 550 600
1,051 363 61,236 46,292 1,200 1,500
OPERATING & MAINTENANCE SUBTOTAL: 4,652 16,759 82,354 62,332 24,800 25,400 - - - - - -
- 524 2,500 1,500 2,000 2,500
MINOR CAPITAL SUBTOTAL: - 524 2,500 1,500 2,000 2,500
139,688 156,080 243,283 218,375 226,434 236,220
[1] FY 2024/25 includes projected cost for a salary study. [2] Possible new desktop PC if needed.
403 - CITY CLERK/HUMAN RESOURCES TOTAL:
60012 Code Updates
60520 Advertising - Legal

MINOR CAPITAL
72200 Office Furniture
72300 Computer Equipment
60710 Travel & Training
60900 Miscellaneous
67370 H/R Expense
50500 Group Life Ins Benefit

OPERATING & MAINTENANCE
60210 Computer Maintenance & Software
60650 Membership & Publication
60022 Recruitment Expense
61130 Office Supplies
50300 Workers Compensation
50400 Medical Benefit
50410 Employer Paid DCP
50120 Employer SS/MC
50130 UI & Employee Training Tax
50200 PERS Retirement
50030 Hourly Employee

DEPARTMENT EXPENDITURES

EMPLOYEE SERVICES
50000 Salaries
[1]
[2]

FUND 001- GENERAL
Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget

0.60 0.60 0.60

0.15 - 0.15

0.75 0.60 0.75
Staff Salaries $ 114,806 $ 144,599 $ 149,462
Includes 60% of the City Clerk salary and 15% of the Administrative Assistant salary.

Hourly Employee $ - $ - $ -
Includes hiring a part-time employee to scan ordinances, resolutions, etc.

Benefits:

Employer SS/MC $ 1,665 $ 2,066 $ 2,087
Federal law requires Medicare payments paid by both the City and employee.

UI & Employee Training Tax $ 110 $ 125 $ 125
PERS Retirement $ 21,338 $ 25,461 $ 25,867
Represents the allocation of Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) employer cost.

Workers Compensation $ 1,738 $ 2,323 $ 2,367
Reflects cost to provide worker's compensation coverage.

Medical Benefit $ 12,025 $ 16,757 $ 19,817
Employer Paid DCP $ 6,672 $ 8,217 $ 8,509
Reflects the City's contribution towards the employee's deferred compensation program.

Group Life Insurance Benefit $ 75 $ 86 $ 86
Reflects annual life insurance cost as employee benefits.

Code Updates $ 4,000 $ 4,000 $ 4,000
Includes Buellton Municipal Code and Santa Barbara County Code updates.

Recruitment Expense $ 4,000 $ 4,000 $ 4,000
Reflects expenses related to new employee recruitment.

Computer Maintenance & Software $ 550 $ 1,000 $ 1,000
Reflects annual computer maintenance costs.

Advertising - Legal $ 3,800 $ 3,800 $ 4,000
Includes publications for on-going City codes, public hearing, council meetings etc. 60022
60210
60520
60012
50000
50120
50130
Reflects the annual unemployment insurance coverage paid to the California Employment Development Department for the City Clerk.
50200
50300
50400
Includes dental/vision insurance and $1,200 medical insurance paid per month by the City for the position in this department.
50410
50500

OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE
50300
DEPARTMENT: 403/CITY CLERK & HR

EXPENDITURE DETAIL NARRATIVE

EMPLOYEE SERVICES
Total:

City Clerk
Administrative Assistant

EXPENDITURE NARRATIVE (continued) DEPARTMENT: 403/CITY CLERK & HR 2024-25
Amended
Budget
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
Membership & Publication $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000
Travel & Training $ 6,955 $ 9,000 $ 9,000
Miscellaneous $ 263 $ 250 $ 300
Office Supplies $ 550 $ 550 $ 600
Reflects costs for department office supplies.

H/R Expense $ 61,236 $ 1,200 $ 1,500
Reflects costs associated with current employee random testing.

Office Furniture $ - $ - $ -
Reflects acquisition of furniture for the City Clerk.

Computer Equipment $ 2,500 $ 2,000 $ 2,500
Reflects acquisition of laptop or computer for the City Clerk. 67370
72300
61130

MINOR CAPITAL
72200
60710
Reflects attendance at conferences, seminars, courses and relation training programs including books and training material.
60900
Provides for unexpected expenditures incurred during the year along with purchasing various supplies, materials, etc.
60650
Includes dues for the City Clerk for the International Institute of Municipal Clerks Association; California City Clerks Association;Society for Human Resources.

DEPARTMENT: 404/CITY ATTORNEY
Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2024-25
Year-End
Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
$ 140,635 $ 164,977 206,000$ $ 205,862 $ 212,000 $ 218,360 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
$ 140,635 $ 164,977 206,000$ $ 205,862 $ 212,000 $ 218,360 Minor Capital
Department Total
FUND 001- GENERAL
Employee Services
Operating & Maintenance
$-
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended Budget
2024-25
Year-End Estimate
2025-26 Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed Budget
City Attorney Expenditure Graph
$-
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
Employee Services Operating & Maintenance Minor Capital City Attorney Expenditures by Category
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended Budget
2024-25
Year-End Estimate
2025-26 Proposed Budget 2026-27
Proposed Budget

City Attorney
Account: 001-404
Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2024-25
Year-End
Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
140,635 164,977 206,000 205,862 212,000 218,360
OPERATING & MAINTENANCE SUBTOTAL: 140,635 164,977 206,000 205,862 212,000 218,360 404 - CITY ATTORNEY TOTAL: 140,635 164,977 206,000 205,862 212,000 218,360

DEPARTMENT EXPENDITURES

OPERATING & MAINTENANCE
60840 Contract Services - Legal Fees
The City of Buellton contracts with Burke, Williams and Sorensen LLP. [1]
[1]

FUND 001- GENERAL
Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
- - -
Contract Services - Legal Fees $ 206,000 $ 212,000 $ 218,360

OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE
60840
Covers cost for general legal services and City Attorney attendance at City Council meetings. The City contracts with the firm of Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP.

DEPARTMENT: 404/CITY ATTORNEY

EXPENDITURE DETAIL NARRATIVE

EMPLOYEE SERVICES
City Attorney

DEPARTMENT: 410/NON-DEPARTMENTAL
Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2024-25
Year-End
Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
$ 120,801 $ 153,777 $ 168,145 $ 152,048 $ 207,000 $ 260,800 $ 2,693,590 $ 2,704,762 $ 8,040,885 $ 3,228,228 $ 3,228,228 $ 3,572,206 $ 7,421 $ 12,457 $ 5,500 $ 4,213 $ 5,000 $ 5,000
$ 2,821,811 $ 2,870,995 $ 8,214,530 $ 3,384,489 $ 3,440,228 $ 3,838,006 FUND 001- GENERAL
Employee Services
Operating & Maintenance
Minor Capital
Department Total
$-
$1,000,000
$2,000,000
$3,000,000
$4,000,000
$5,000,000
$6,000,000
$7,000,000
$8,000,000
$9,000,000
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended Budget
2024-25
Year-End Estimate
2025-26 Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed Budget
Non-Departmental Expenditure Total
$-
$1,000,000
$2,000,000
$3,000,000
$4,000,000
$5,000,000
$6,000,000
$7,000,000
$8,000,000
$9,000,000
Employee Services Operating & Maintenance Minor Capital Non-Departmental Expenditures by Category
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended Budget
2024-25
Year-End Estimate
2026-27
Proposed Budget

Non-Departmental
Account: 001-410
Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2024-25
Year-End
Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
120,801 153,777 168,145 152,048 207,000 260,800
EMPLOYEE SERVICES SUBTOTAL: 120,801 153,777 168,145 152,048 207,000 260,800 66,122 75,379 76,800 76,825 96,400 110,860
12,813 22,201 23,300 20,752 21,000 23,100
698 1,524 10,000 835 10,000 10,000
43,820 46,372 48,988 48,988 51,668 54,416
33,643 53,213 57,227 58,287 65,493 68,768
- 884 1,655 900 1,000 1,030
8,130 8,252 9,785 8,739 8,835 8,835
18,712 18,300 19,985 18,453 18,600 19,158
8,807 58,514 67,638 59,868 62,200 64,066
11,378 6,754 8,776 11,298 8,000 8,000
1,436,528 125,000 125,000 140,000 183,815 155,050
70 5,557 1,000 350 1,000 1,000
10,012 9,998 10,815 11,509 11,500 11,845
1,448 1,757 1,825 1,882 1,900 1,900
2,915 2,915 3,090 3,036 2,500 3,500
3,715 3,098 4,017 5,142 6,340 7,000
2,532 1,621 2,000 2,707 2,842 2,984
7,582 8,178 8,240 10,075 10,500 11,025
5,504 5,554 7,210 5,421 5,584 5,751
- - 250 50 250 250
36,720 30,400 42,642 42,642 105,420 105,420
140,406 250,406 250,000 250,000 250,000 250,000
- - - - 500,000 300,000
2,965 2,665 3,183 2,870 3,000 3,000
36,046 37,857 39,741 39,741 41,700 43,739
6,307 3,273 3,371 3,355 3,438 3,525
7,559 9,514 8,550 9,217 9,250 9,250
450,000 454,235 450,000 450,000 450,000 450,000
- 40,000 28,466 1,260 - -
425 9,000 14,000 11,000 2,000 2,000
338,732 1,412,341 6,713,331 1,933,025 5,087,114 1,836,734 OPERATING & MAINTENANCE SUBTOTAL: 2,693,590 2,704,762 8,040,885 3,228,228 7,021,349 3,572,206 1,783 - - - - -
- 2,580 - - -
5,638 9,876 5,500 4,213 5,000 5,000
MINOR CAPITAL SUBTOTAL: 7,421 12,457 5,500 4,213 5,000 5,000 2,821,811 2,870,995 8,214,530 3,384,489 7,233,349 3,838,006 67200 Community Organization Support
67430 LAFCO Contribution

MINOR CAPITAL
72200 Office Furniture
72300 Computer Equipment
Transfer to Other Funds
67545 Principal and Interest
410 - NON-DEPARTMENTAL:
67620 SB County Mental Health Mobile Crisis Service
69600 Undesignated Misc. Support
77000 Transfer to Other Funds for CIPs
67705 Telephone
67790 Visitor Bureau
69100
72100 Office Equipment
60310 Equipment Rental
60650 Membership & Publication
67205 Senior Center Support
60800 Contract Services
Utilities - Gas
Utilities - Sewer
61211 Utilities - Water
61230
61241 Utilities - Electric

DEPARTMENT EXPENDITURES

EMPLOYEE SERVICES
50400 Medical Benefit
61410 Newsletter
60211 Data Processing Contract Maintenance
61130 Office Supplies
61131 Postage
61210
60900 Miscellaneous

OPERATING & MAINTENANCE
Internet Access/Website Maintenance
50600 Insurance - Liability
60905
61292
NEW SYV Children's Museum
50610 Insurance - Property
Emergency Operations
60015 Animal Control
60210 Computer Maintenance & Software
60014
CalPERS Unfunded Accrued Liability
60910 Misc. Recognition Items
[2]
[3]
[4]
[5]
[6]
[1]

Account: 001-410 Non-Departmental
[1]
[2]
[3]
[4]
[5]
[6]
FY 24/25 estimate from JPIA for property insurance resulted in less than the originally budgeted amount.

Increase is due to annual contract increases.

Includes emergency funding for the operation of the Meals and Wheels Program.

The increase to retiree medical is due to the retirement of a current employee who will be eligible for retiree medical.

FY 24/25 estimate from JPIA for liability insurance resulted in less than originally budgeted amount.

Includes prior year carryovers of incomplete projects and addition of a new project into the Capital Improvement Budget.

FUND 001- GENERAL
Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
Benefits:

Medical Benefit $ 168,145 $ 207,000 $ 260,800
Insurance - Liability $ 76,800 $ 96,400 $ 110,860
Insurance - Property $ 23,300 $ 21,000 $ 23,100
Emergency Operations $ 10,000 $ 10,000 $ 10,000
Includes CERT Training costs.

Animal Control $ 48,988 $ 51,668 $ 54,416
Computer Maintenance & Software $ 57,227 $ 65,493 $ 68,768 Data Processing Contract Maintenance $ 1,655 $ 1,000 $ 1,030 Equipment Rental $ 9,785 $ 8,835 $ 8,835
Membership & Publications $ 19,985 $ 18,600 $ 19,158
Contract Services $ 67,638 $ 62,200 $ 64,066
Miscellaneous $ 8,776 $ 8,000 $ 8,000
60800
Includes costs for drinking water and Chargepoint electric charging station.

DEPARTMENT: 410/NON-DEPARTMENTAL

EXPENDITURE DETAIL NARRATIVE

EMPLOYEE SERVICES
50400
60310
Reflects lease cost of copiers, phone system, and postage meter machine. 60650
Includes dues for League of California Cities; Association of California Water Agencies; Channel Counties Division - LOCC; Costco Membership; Western Aeromedical Consortium. 60900
Includes medical benefit for retired employees. The City contributes up to $1,200/month for health insurance per retiree.

Reflects cost for merchant services

OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE
50600
Includes 80 percent of the City's liability insurance; 10 percent is charged to each of the Wastewater and Water Funds.
50610
Includes 33 percent of the total City's insurance cost associated with property damage, earthquake, flood, mechanical breakdown and other vehicle physical damage. 33 percent is charged to each of the Wastewater and Water Funds.
60014
60015
Reflects contract services with Santa Barbara County Animal Control. 60210
Reflects annual computer maintenance costs.
60211
Reflects cost for banking, Green Business Program, misc. purchases.

EXPENDITURE NARRATIVE (continued)
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
CalPERS Unfunded Accrued Liability $ 125,000 $ 183,815 $ 155,050 Misc. Recognition Items $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000
Office Supplies $ 10,815 $ 11,500 $ 11,845
Postage $ 1,825 $ 1,900 $ 1,900
Utilities - Sewer $ 3,090 $ 2,500 $ 3,500
Reflects costs for sewer at City Hall, Planning, Library, Sheriff and Post Office.

Utilities - Water $ 4,017 $ 6,340 $ 7,000
Utilities - Gas $ 2,000 $ 2,842 $ 2,984
Reflects costs for gas service.

Utilities - Electric $ 8,240 $ 10,500 $ 11,025
Reflects costs for electric services.

Internet Access/Website Maintenance $ 7,210 $ 5,584 $ 5,751 Reflects costs for annual website maintenance.

Newsletter $ 250 $ 250 $ 250
Reflects costs for printing newsletter.

Community Organization Support $ 42,642 $ 105,420 $ 105,420 Senior Center Support $ 250,000 $ 250,000 $ 250,000
Santa Ynez Valley Children's Museum $ - $ 500,000 $ 300,000 LAFCO Contribution $ 3,183 $ 3,000 $ 3,000
Reflects City's share of LAFCO's operating costs.
67205
Reflects contribution to the Senior Center.
67430
Reflects contribution to the Senior Center.

Includes contributions to People Helping People ($_____), Food Bank of Santa Barbara County ($_____), SYV Fruit and Vegetable Rescue ($____), Nature Track ($____), Central Coast Film Society ($____) and Buellton Community Garden ($_____).

Includes CalPERS Unfunded Liability (split between General, Wastewater and Water Funds). General Fund's CalPERS liability is 80 percent of total cost. Wastewater and Water allocations are 10 percent per fund.
61230
61241
61292
67200
61410
Includes copier expenses for all departments.
61131
Includes charges for on-going postage meter charges, bulk mailing permit costs, and miscellaneous delivery charges.
61210
61211
Reflects costs for water at City Hall, Post Office, Planning, Sheriff, and Irrigation at Ave of Flags and Twin Oaks.
61130
Includes miscellaneous award items for various organizations and employee recognition programs.

DEPARTMENT: 410/NON-DEPARTMENTAL
60905
60910

EXPENDITURE NARRATIVE (continued)
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
Principal and Interest $ 39,741 $ 41,700 $ 43,739
SB CO Mental Health Mbl Crisis Svc $ 3,371 $ 3,438 $ 3,525 Telephone $ 8,550 $ 9,250 $ 9,250
Reflects cost of telephone services for City Hall.

Visitors Bureau $ 450,000 $ 450,000 $ 450,000
Reflects annual contract of $450,000 to Visitor's Bureau.

Transfer to Other Funds $ 28,466 $ - $ -
Fund 027 - Local Transportation Fund $ 28,466 $ - $ -
Fund 029 - Transportation Planning $ - $ - $ -
Undesignated Misc. Support $ 14,000 $ 2,000 $ 2,000
Transfer to Other Funds for CIP $ 6,713,331 $ 5,087,114 $ 1,836,734 Transfer to CIP Project #207
(Santa Ynez River Trail
Conceptual)
$ 425,000 $ 225,000 $ 200,000
Transfer to CIP Project #212
(The Avenue Improvements -
Median 3)
$ 850,000 $ 150,000 $ 775,000
Transfer to CIP Project #214
(City Hall Emergency
Generator & Electrical)
$ 40,000 $ 40,000 $ 120,000
Transfer to CIP Project #217
(River View Park Basketball
Court Resurfacing)
$ 80,000 $ 80,000 $ -
Transfer to CIP Project #220
(Willemsen Parking Lot) $ 1,375,000 $ 2,770,000 $ -
Transfer to CIP Project #221
(Willemsen House
Renovation) Complete
$ 2,099,668 $ - $ -
Transfer to CIP Project #223
(SYVCO CDBG 140 Hwy 246
TI) Complete
$ 184,885 $ - $ -
69600
Reflects donation to Buellton Historical Society, Central Coast Collaborative on Homelessness; Buellton Union School District Jog-A-Thon.

Includes the following transfers for Capital Improvement Projects (CIP):
77000
67790
69100
Includes the following operating transfers:

DEPARTMENT: 410/NON-DEPARTMENTAL
67545
Reflects annual repayment of the loan issued to fund the Engie Energy Project. This is a split allocation between General Fund 19.84%, Wastewater Fund 31.53% and Water Fund 48.63%. 67705
67620
Reflects contract service cost for Santa Barbara County Mental Health Assessment (MHAT) services.

EXPENDITURE NARRATIVE (continued)
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
Transfer to Other Funds for CIP (continued)
Transfer to CIP Project #307
McMurray Road Widening /
TS Improvement
$ 789,246 $ 460,952 $ -
$ 50,000 $ - $ 50,000
$ 414,752 $ 556,500 $ 100,000
$ 314,780 $ 234,780 $ -
$ 40,000 $ 115,000 $ -
$ - $ 404,882 $ -
$ - $ - $ 591,734
$ 50,000 $ 50,000 $ -
Office Furniture $ - $ - $ -
Reflects acquisition of furniture.

Computer Equipment $ 5,500 $ 5,000 $ 5,000
Reflects acquisition of server.
72300
72200
Transfer to CIP Project #401
(Miscellaneous River View Park
Improvements)
Transfer to CIP Project #309 (West
Hwy 246 Safety Improvements)
DEPARTMENT: 410/NON-DEPARTMENTAL

MINOR CAPITAL
Transfer to CIP Project #308 (North
Avenue of Flags Parks and Ride)
77000
Includes the following transfers for Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) (continued):

Transfer to CIP Project #322 (Road
Maintenance Project - 23/24); MOE
Transfer to CIP Project #323 (Road
Maintenance Project - 24/25); MOE
Transfer to CIP Project #324 (Road
Maintenance Project - 25/26); MOE
Transfer to CIP Project #325 (Road
Maintenance Project - 26/27); MOE

DEPARTMENT: 420/FINANCE
Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2024-25
Year-End
Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
$ 188,112 $ 219,501 $ 265,505 $ 263,132 $ 347,049 $ 363,406 $ 20,075 $ 22,587 $ 31,628 $ 28,727 $ 52,628 $ 54,171
$ 1,982 $ 501 $ 900 $ 800 $ 5,100 $ 500
$ 210,169 $ 242,588 $ 298,033 $ 292,659 $ 404,777 $ 418,077 Minor Capital
Department Total
FUND 001- GENERAL
Employee Services
Operating & Maintenance
$-
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
$300,000
$350,000
$400,000
$450,000
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended Budget
2024-25
Year-End Estimate
2025-26 Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed Budget
Finance Expenditure Total
$-
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
$300,000
$350,000
$400,000
Employee Services Operating & Maintenance Minor Capital Finance Expeditures by Category
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended Budget
2024-25
Year-End Estimate
2025-26 Proposed Budget 2026-27
Proposed Budget

Finance
Account: 001-420
Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2024-25
Year-End
Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
143,095 163,994 199,103 203,368 231,033 238,967
- 3,964 - - 33,639 34,648
2,199 2,882 2,887 3,326 5,924 6,116
157 186 279 259 434 405
10,652 12,844 15,808 15,819 17,662 18,342
5,268 3,494 4,402 3,965 7,605 7,655
18,390 22,938 30,980 25,805 37,718 43,748
8,236 9,058 11,856 10,401 12,845 13,339
115 140 190 189 189 186
EMPLOYEE SERVICES SUBTOTAL: 188,112 219,501 265,505 263,132 347,049 363,406 7,680 8,993 10,300 9,680 10,700 11,021
199 294 515 398 550 567
935 1,100 1,170 890 1,205 1,241
1,182 2,064 4,120 3,038 4,120 4,244
9,447 9,151 14,420 13,950 34,853 35,899
- 140 103 40 200 200
632 844 1,000 731 1,000 1,000
OPERATING & MAINTENANCE SUBTOTAL: 20,075 22,587 31,628 28,727 52,628 54,171 361 501 500 450 500 500
- - 400 350 600 -
1,620 - - - 4,000 -
MINOR CAPITAL SUBTOTAL: 1,982 501 900 800 5,100 500
210,169 242,588 298,033 292,659 404,777 418,077
[1]
[2]
[3] Acquisition of ergonomic chair.
420 - FINANCE TOTAL:
61130 Office Supplies

MINOR CAPITAL
72200 Office Furniture
72100 Office Equipment
Remove Hourly Part-time Clerical Assistant allocation.

Increase due to 15% allocation for Administrative Assistant salary. 60900 Miscellaneous
60800 Contract Services
72300 Computer Equipment
60210 Computer Maintenance & Software
60650 Membership & Publication
60710 Travel & Training
50500 Group Life Ins Benefit

OPERATING & MAINTENANCE
60021 Audit

DEPARTMENT EXPENDITURES
50000 Salaries
50410 Employer Paid DCP
50200 PERS Retirement
50300 Workers Compensation
50400 Medical Benefit
50120 Employer SS/MC
50030 Hourly Employees
50130 UI & Employee Training Tax
[2]
[1]
[3]

FUND 001- GENERAL
Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget

0.50 0.50 0.50

0.50 0.50 0.50

0.20 0.20 0.20

0.20 0.20 0.20

0.50 - 0.50

1.90 1.40 1.90
Staff Salaries $ 199,103 $ 231,033 $ 238,967
Hourly employees $ - $ 33,639 $ 34,648
Benefits:

Employer SS/MC $ 2,887 $ 5,924 $ 6,116
Federal law requires Medicare payments paid by both the City and employee.

UI & Employee Training Tax $ 279 $ 434 $ 405
PERS Retirement $ 15,808 $ 17,662 $ 18,342
Workers Compensation $ 4,402 $ 7,605 $ 7,655
Reflects cost to provide worker's compensation coverage.

Medical Benefit $ 30,980 $ 37,718 $ 43,748
Employer Paid DCP $ 11,856 $ 12,845 $ 13,339
Group Life Insurance Benefit $ 190 $ 189 $ 186
Reflects annual life insurance cost as employee benefits.

Audit $ 10,300 $ 10,700 $ 11,021
Computer Maintenance & Software $ 515 $ 550 $ 567
Reflects annual computer maintenance costs.
50000
DEPARTMENT: 420/FINANCE

EXPENDITURE DETAIL NARRATIVE

EMPLOYEE SERVICES
Finance Director
Accounting Specialist
Revenue Specialist
Administrative Assistant
Total:

Accounting Technician (Tier II)
Reflects the City's 6% contribution towards the employee's deferred compensation program.

Includes salaries involving the Accounting Specialist, Revenue Specialist, Accounting Technician, Administrative Assistant, and Finance Director.
50030
Includes allocation of Part-time Office Clerical Assistant position. 50120
50130
Reflects the annual unemployment insurance coverage paid to the California Employment Development Department.
50200
50300
50400
Includes dental/vision insurance and $1,200 medical insurance paid per month by the City for the positions in this department.
50410
Represents the allocation of Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) employer cost. 50500

OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE
60021
Reflects a 33 percent cost of the annual audit. Costs are split between the General, Wastewater, and Water Fund.
60210

EXPENDITURE NARRATIVE (continued)
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
Membership & Publication $ 1,170 $ 1,205 $ 1,241
Travel & Training $ 4,120 $ 4,120 $ 4,244
Contract Services $ 14,420 $ 34,853 $ 35,899
Miscellaneous $ 103 $ 200 $ 200
Office Supplies $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000
Reflects costs for department office supplies.

Office Equipment $ 500 $ 500 $ 500
Reflects acquisition of equipment.

Office Furniture $ 400 $ 600 $ -
Reflects acquisition of furniture.

Computer Equipment $ - $ 4,000 $ -
Reflects systems upgrades to Windows 10.

Includes contract with Hinderliter De Llamas (HDL) for sales tax and property tax services.

DEPARTMENT: 420/FINANCE
60650
Includes dues for the California Society of Municipal Officers (CSMFO); Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA);California Municipal Treasurers Association (CMTA); and GFOA Budget and CAFR Publications.
60710
Reflects attendance at conferences, seminars, courses and relation training programs. 60800
72300
60900
Provides for unexpected expenditures incurred during the year along with purchasing various supplies, materials, etc.
61130

MINOR CAPITAL
72100
72200

DEPARTMENT: 501/PUBLIC SAFETY
Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2024-25
Year-End
Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
$ 2,642,118 $ 3,002,575 $ 3,256,180 $ 3,252,960 $ 3,641,259 $ 3,824,340 $ - $ - $ 3,750 $ 3,750 $ 3,500 $ -
$ 2,642,118 $ 3,002,575 $ 3,259,930 $ 3,256,710 $ 3,644,759 $ 3,824,340 FUND 001- GENERAL
Employee Services
Operating & Maintenance
Minor Capital
Department Total
$-
$500,000
$1,000,000
$1,500,000
$2,000,000
$2,500,000
$3,000,000
$3,500,000
$4,000,000
$4,500,000
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended Budget
2024-25
Year-End Estimate
2025-26 Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed Budget
Public Safety Expenditure Total
$-
$500,000
$1,000,000
$1,500,000
$2,000,000
$2,500,000
$3,000,000
$3,500,000
$4,000,000
$4,500,000
Employee Services Operating & Maintenance Minor Capital Public Safety Expenditures by Category
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended Budget
2024-25
Year-End Estimate
2025-26 Proposed Budget 2026-27
Proposed Budget

Public Safety
Account: 001-501
Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2024-25
Year-End
Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
- - 10,300 8,167 10,000 10,300
2,394,432 2,735,270 2,925,921 2,925,924 3,080,409 3,234,429 - - 46,000 40,250 270,200 285,061
243,516 262,788 268,476 273,236 275,000 288,750
4,170 4,516 4,703 4,950 4,850 5,000
- - 780 433 800 800
OPERATING & MAINTENANCE SUBTOTAL: 2,642,118 3,002,575 3,256,180 3,252,960 3,641,259 3,824,340 - - 3,750 3,750 3,500 -
MINOR CAPITAL SUBTOTAL: - - 3,750 3,750 3,500 -
2,642,118 3,002,575 3,259,930 3,256,710 3,644,759 3,824,340 [1]
[2] The City of Buellton contracts with the Santa Barbara County for fire safety services.

Contract Services - Fire Dept.

DEPARTMENT EXPENDITURES

OPERATING & MAINTENANCE
60800 Contract Services - Sheriff
60270 Maintenance - Vehicles
60805 Contract Services - Motor Deputy
501 - PUBLIC SAFETY TOTAL:
61241 Utilities - Electric

MINOR CAPITAL
73500 Equipment
The City of Buellton contracts with the Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Department. Total contract for FY 24-25 is $2,925,921 and includes a 2.78% agreed upon escalator and 4.50% MOU increase for Deputy Sheriff job classification effective 6/24/2024. 61280 Fuel - Vehicles
60810
[1]
[2]

FUND 001- GENERAL
Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
Maintenance - Vehicles $ 10,300 $ 10,000 $ 10,300
Contract Services $ 2,925,921 $ 3,080,409 $ 3,234,429
Contract Services - Motor Deputy $ 46,000 $ 270,200 $ 285,061 Contract Services - Fire $ 268,476 $ 275,000 $ 288,750
Utilities - Electric $ 4,703 $ 4,850 $ 5,000
Reflects electricity cost at Police Station.

Fuel - Vehicles $ 780 $ 800 $ 800
Reflects fuel for motorcycle.

Equipment $ 3,750 $ 3,500 $ -
Reflects acquisition of equipment.

Reflects contract with the County of Santa Barbara Sheriff's Department for public safety services. 60270
Reflects maintenance for motorcycle.

DEPARTMENT: 501/PUBLIC SAFETY - POLICE/FIRE

EXPENDITURE DETAIL NARRATIVE

OPERATING & MAINTENANCE
60800
60805
Reflects contract with the County of Santa Barbara Sheriff's Department for motor deputy services. 61280
73500
60810
Reflects contract with the County of Santa Barbara's Fire Department for thirty three percent of the salary for a Firefighter/Paramedic.
61241

DEPARTMENT: 510/LEISURE SERVICES - LIBRARY
Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2024-25
Year-End
Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
$ 202,269 $ 201,266 $ 221,564 $ 223,037 $ 308,288 $ 315,186 $ - $ - $ 8,050 $ 8,048 $ - $ -
$ 202,269 $ 201,266 $ 229,614 $ 231,085 $ 308,288 $ 315,186 FUND 001- GENERAL
Employee Services
Operating & Maintenance
Minor Capital
Department Total
$-
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
$300,000
$350,000
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended Budget
2024-25
Year-End Estimate
2025-26 Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed Budget
Library Expenditure Total
$-
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
$300,000
$350,000
Employee Services Operating & Maintenance Minor Capital Library Expenditures by Category
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended Budget
2024-25
Year-End Estimate
2025-26 Proposed Budget 2026-27
Proposed Budget

Leisure Services - Library
Account: 001-510
Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2024-25
Year-End
Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
193,729 193,729 193,729 193,729 287,962 293,751
- - 19,000 21,993 - -
Utilities - Sewer - - - - 545 590
3,268 2,645 3,399 2,573 1,481 1,630
1,873 903 1,236 121 420 441
3,398 3,989 4,200 4,621 17,880 18,774
OPERATING & MAINTENANCE SUBTOTAL: 202,269 201,266 221,564 223,037 308,288 315,186 - 2,022 8,050 8,048 - -
MINOR CAPITAL SUBTOTAL: - 2,022 8,050 8,048 - -
202,269 203,288 229,614 231,085 308,288 315,186
[1] The City of Buellton Library contracts with the City of Goleta for library services. [2]

DEPARTMENT EXPENDITURES

OPERATING & MAINTENANCE
60800 Contract Services
61230 Utilities - Gas
61211 Utilities - Water
61241 Utilities - Electric
Original FY 2024-25 Budgeted amount assumed savings in electric costs generated by the newly installed solar panels. Amended FY 2024-25 estimates include electric rate hike through PG&E.

MINOR CAPITAL
72200 Office Furniture
60900 Miscellaneous
61210
510 - LIBRARY TOTAL:
[1]
[2]

FUND 001- GENERAL
Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
Contract Services $ 193,729 $ 287,962 $ 293,751
Miscellaneous $ 19,000 $ - $ -
Utilities - Sewer $ - $ 545 $ 590
Utilities - Water $ 3,399 $ 1,481 $ 1,630
Utilities - Gas $ 1,236 $ 420 $ 441
Reflects gas cost at library.

Utilities - Electric $ 4,200 $ 17,880 $ 18,774
Reflects electricity cost at library.

MINOR CAPITAL
Office Furniture $ 8,050 $ - $ -
Reflects acquisition of furniture for the Library
61211
Reflects costs associated with water usage at the library. 61230
72200
DEPARTMENT: 510/LEISURE SERVICES - LIBRARY

EXPENDITURE DETAIL NARRATIVE

OPERATING & MAINTENANCE
60800
Reflects contract with the City of Goleta Library System to manage the Buellton Library. 60900
Reflects miscellaneous costs.
61241
61210
Reflects costs associated with sewer usage at the library.

DEPARTMENT: 511/RECREATION
Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2024-25
Year-End
Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
$ 423,922 $ 391,756 $ 463,789 $ 431,938 $ 559,714 $ 591,043 $ 232,699 $ 224,424 $ 331,322 $ 241,070 $ 288,100 $ 289,150 $ 1,290 $ 2,273 $ 5,000 $ 2,140 $ 5,200 $ 4,000
$ 657,911 $ 618,453 $ 800,111 $ 675,148 $ 853,014 $ 884,193 Minor Capital
Department Total
FUND 001- GENERAL
Employee Services
Operating & Maintenance
$-
$100,000
$200,000
$300,000
$400,000
$500,000
$600,000
$700,000
$800,000
$900,000
$1,000,000
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended Budget
2024-25
Year-End Estimate
2025-26 Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed Budget
Recreation Expenditure Total
$-
$100,000
$200,000
$300,000
$400,000
$500,000
$600,000
$700,000
Employee Services Operating & Maintenance Minor Capital Recreation Expenditures by Category
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended Budget
2024-25
Year-End Estimate
2025-26 Proposed Budget 2026-27
Proposed Budget

Recreation
Account: 001-511
Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2024-25
Year-End
Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
238,872 216,752 251,277 256,960 308,105 321,757
75,670 54,814 69,447 41,276 81,280 84,154
9,511 7,489 8,956 6,710 10,686 11,104
1,297 1,079 1,509 1,028 1,512 1,583
33,662 29,472 31,732 32,310 38,047 39,604
11,655 24,955 34,988 31,516 41,258 42,036
39,862 46,726 50,781 48,774 61,942 73,102
13,123 10,188 14,789 13,055 16,573 17,392
270 282 310 310 311 311
EMPLOYEE SERVICES SUBTOTAL: 423,922 391,756 463,789 431,938 559,714 591,043 2,838 3,412 6,857 7,361 7,500 7,875
- 9,534 10,300 9,740 10,500 11,025
4,568 2,992 5,150 3,086 3,500 3,500
- - 10,300 10,000 10,000 10,000
5,292 2,710 6,180 5,160 6,000 6,000
1,703 1,495 1,770 1,539 1,560 1,560
15,372 9,944 4,500 667 3,000 3,000
- 272 2,060 1,500 4,000 4,000
31,779 38,241 31,000 46,823 46,840 46,840
10,284 380 515 300 500 500
1,900 1,936 2,060 2,160 2,000 2,000
7,451 4,063 9,476 4,800 5,000 5,150
4,573 4,690 4,326 5,020 5,200 5,200
1,421 1,280 1,900 1,100 2,500 2,500
109,240 68,857 84,460 75,300 75,000 75,000
35,000 73,601 145,468 63,335 100,000 100,000
- - 3,000 1,180 3,000 3,000
1,279 1,017 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000
OPERATING & MAINTENANCE SUBTOTAL: 232,699 224,424 331,322 241,070 288,100 289,150 1,289.66 - 500 440 500 500
- - - - - -
- 973 1,000 1,200 1,200 -
- 1,300 3,500 500 3,500 3,500
MINOR CAPITAL TOTAL: 1,290 2,273 5,000 2,140 5,200 4,000 657,911 618,453 800,111 675,148 853,014 884,193
[1]
[2]
[3] New Account. Includes credit/debit card merchant fees previously recorded in the Miscellaneous budget line item. [4] Reduction due to social media outreach in-house rather than contracted. [5] New budget line item effective 7/1/2023. No prior budget item in past budgets. [6] Merchant fees have been moved to new account. See footnote 3. [7] Includes prior year unspent funds of $45,468.
[8] Acquisition of Credit Card terminal and scanners.
[9] Acquisition of new computer to upgrade dated computer. [10] Upgrade/replacement of gym equipment.

Buellton Rec. Program - Trips
61290
60252 Joint Use- Maintenance and Repair
60250
60710 Travel & Training
Maintenance and Repair
Telephone and Internet
60270 Maintenance - Vehicles
60510 Advertising
60800 Contract Services
60310
Employer Paid DCP
Group Life Ins Benefit

OPERATING & MAINTENANCE
60210 Computer Maintenance & Software
50030 Hourly Employees

DEPARTMENT EXPENDITURES

EMPLOYEE SERVICES
50000 Salaries
67142 Arts and Culture Outreach
50120 Employer SS/MC
50130 UI & Employee Training Tax
50200 PERS Retirement
50300 Workers Compensation
50400 Medical Benefit
60211 Data Processing Contract Maintenance
50500
50410
67140
67135
New subscription with Amilia Recreation Management software effective September 2024. Costs consist of overlap service charges for current and new software programs through conversion period.
511 - RECREATION TOTAL:

Buellton Recreation Program
67570 Recreation 50/50

MINOR CAPITAL
67141 Arts and Culture
72300 Computer Equipment
Increase due to the hourly rate increase for Rec Center part-time staff.

Equipment Rental
60900 Miscellaneous
61130 Office Supplies
61280 Fuel - Vehicles
72100 Office Equipment
72200 Office Furniture
73500 Equipment
[1]
[3]
[4]
[5]
[6]
[2]
[7]
[8]
[9]
[10]

FUND 001- GENERAL
Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget

1.00 1.00 1.00
Recreation Coordinator - 1.00 1.00

1.00 1.00 1.00

1.00 - -
Staff Assistant/Planning Technician 0.20 0.20 -
Part-Time Recreation Center Assistant (5) 1.60 1.60 1.60

0.09 0.09 -

0.10 - 0.10

0.46 0.46 0.46

5.45 5.35 5.16
Staff Salaries $ 251,277 $ 308,105 $ 321,757
Hourly employees $ 69,447 $ 81,280 $ 84,154
Benefits:

Employer SS/MC $ 8,956 $ 10,686 $ 11,104
Federal law requires Medicare payments paid by both the City and employee.

UI & Employee Training Tax $ 1,509 $ 1,512 $ 1,583
PERS Retirement $ 31,732 $ 38,047 $ 39,604
Represents the allocation of Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) employer cost.

Workers Compensation $ 34,988 $ 41,258 $ 42,036
Reflects cost to provide worker's compensation coverage.

Medical Benefit $ 50,781 $ 61,942 $ 73,102
Employer Paid DCP $ 14,789 $ 16,573 $ 17,392
Group Life Insurance Benefit $ 310 $ 311 $ 311
Reflects annual life insurance cost as employee benefits.

Computer Maintenance & Software $ 6,857 $ 7,500 $ 7,875 Data Processing Contract Maintenance $ 10,300 $ 10,500 $ 11,025 DEPARTMENT: 511/RECREATION

EXPENDITURE DETAIL NARRATIVE

EMPLOYEE SERVICES
Recreation Center Coordinator
Recreation Supervisor
Youth Recreation Coordinator
Reflects the annual unemployment insurance coverage paid to the California Employment Development Department.

Part-Time Clerical Assistant
Camp Counselor (6)
Total:
50000
Includes salaries involving all full-time positions in the Recreation Department and 10% of Administrative Assistant salary.
50410
Reflects the City's contribution towards the employee's deferred compensation program for all employees in this department.
50500

OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE
Administrative Assistant
60211
Reflects cost of merchant services.
60210
Reflects computer maintenance costs and subscription for Amilia recreation management software. 50030
Includes five part-time employees, seasonal employees and allocation. 50120
50130
50200
50300
50400
Includes dental/vision insurance and $1,200 medical insurance paid per month by the City for the positions in this department.

EXPENDITURE NARRATIVE (continued) DEPARTMENT: 511/RECREATION 2024-25
Amended
Budget
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
Maintenance/Repair $ 5,150 $ 3,500 $ 3,500
Maintenance/Repair - Joint Use $ 10,300 $ 10,000 $ 10,000 Reflects joint facility repairs such as the gym, kitchen, weight room, restroom, and courtyard.

Maintenance - Vehicles $ 6,180 $ 6,000 $ 6,000
Equipment Rental $ 1,770 $ 1,560 $ 1,560
Advertising $ 4,500 $ 3,000 $ 3,000
Travel and Training $ 2,060 $ 4,000 $ 4,000
Contract Services $ 31,000 $ 46,840 $ 46,840
Miscellaneous $ 515 $ 500 $ 500
Office Supplies $ 2,060 $ 2,000 $ 2,000
Reflects costs for department office supplies.

Fuel - Vehicles $ 9,476 $ 5,000 $ 5,150
Reflects fuel for passenger bus.

Telephone/Internet $ 4,326 $ 5,200 $ 5,200
Reflects service for Comcast internet service and Verizon for cell phone service.

Buellton Rec Program Trips $ 1,900 $ 2,500 $ 2,500
Reflects trips organized for children and adults through Buellton Recreation.

Buellton Recreation Program $ 84,460 $ 75,000 $ 75,000
Includes Oak Valley afterschool program, supplies, flyers, and equipment.

Arts and Culture $ 145,468 $ 100,000 $ 100,000
Funds the Arts and Culture Committee to bring artistic and cultural experiences to the community.

Arts and Culture Outreach $ 3,000 $ 3,000 $ 3,000
Outreach to the community to generate future Arts and Culture projects.

Recreation Program 50/50 $ 2,000 $ 2,000 $ 2,000
Reflects cost for joint events with the City of Solvang.

Includes charges for repairs and maintenance at the Buellton Rec Office and the Zone. 60252
60250
67140
Reflects maintenance of passenger bus.
60510
Includes cost of printing and advertising recreation programs. 60800
Reflects quarterly payment of $7,500 to Buellton Union School District for custodial services. 60900
Provides for unexpected expenditures incurred during the year along with purchasing various supplies, materials, etc.
61130
61280
61290
67135
60310
Reflects lease for printer and for event equipment.
67141
67570
67142
60710
Reflects attendance at conferences, seminars, courses and relation training programs. 60270

EXPENDITURE NARRATIVE (continued) DEPARTMENT: 511/RECREATION 2024-25
Amended
Budget
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
Office Equipment $ 500 $ 500 $ 500
Reflects acquisition of Credit Card terminal and scanners.

Office Furniture $ - $ - $ -
Reflects acquisition of furniture.

Computer Equipment $ 1,000 $ 1,200 $ -
Reflects acquisition of new computer to upgrade dated computer.

Equipment $ 3,500 $ 3,500 $ 3,500
Reflects upgrade/replacement of gym equipment.
72300
73500
72100
72200

MINOR CAPITAL

DEPARTMENT: 550/PUBLIC WORKS - STREET LIGHTS
Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2024-25
Year-End
Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
$ 42,820 $ 66,131 $ 73,500 $ 60,000 $ 70,000 $ 70,000
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
$ 42,820 $ 66,131 $ 73,500 $ 60,000 $ 70,000 $ 70,000
Minor Capital
Department Total
FUND 001- GENERAL
Employee Services
Operating & Maintenance
$-
$10,000
$20,000
$30,000
$40,000
$50,000
$60,000
$70,000
$80,000
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended Budget
2024-25
Year-End Estimate
2025-26 Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed Budget
Street Lights Expenditure Total
$-
$10,000
$20,000
$30,000
$40,000
$50,000
$60,000
$70,000
$80,000
Employee Services Operating & Maintenance Minor Capital Street Lights Expenditures by Category
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended Budget
2024-25
Year-End Estimate
2025-26 Proposed Budget 2026-27
Proposed Budget

Public Works - Street Lights
Account: 001-550
Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2024-25
Year-End
Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
42,820 66,131 73,500 60,000 70,000 70,000
OPERATING & MAINTENANCE SUBTOTAL: 42,820 66,131 73,500 60,000 70,000 70,000 42,820 66,131 73,500 60,000 70,000 70,000

DEPARTMENT EXPENDITURES

OPERATING & MAINTENANCE
61241 Utilities - Electric
550 - PW STREET LIGHTS TOTAL:

FUND 001- GENERAL
Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
Utilities - Electric $ 73,500 $ 70,000 $ 70,000
Reflects electricity cost at various locations throughout the City.

DEPARTMENT: 550/PUBLIC WORKS - STREET LIGHTS

EXPENDITURE DETAIL NARRATIVE

OPERATING & MAINTENANCE
61241

DEPARTMENT: 551/STORM WATER (WATER SHED)
Biennial Budget for FY 2025-26 & FY 2026-27

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended
Budget
2024-25
Year-End
Estimate
2025-26
Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed
Budget
$ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
$ 175,627 $ 300,831 $ 425,700 $ 322,179 $ 425,500 $ 385,500 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
$ 175,627 $ 300,831 $ 425,700 $ 322,179 $ 425,500 $ 385,500 Minor Capital
Department Total
FUND 001- GENERAL
Employee Services
Operating & Maintenance
$-
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
$300,000
$350,000
$400,000
$450,000
$500,000
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended Budget
2024-25
Year-End Estimate
2025-26 Proposed
Budget
2026-27
Proposed Budget
Storm Water (Water Shed) Expenditure Total
$-
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
$300,000
$350,000
$400,000
$450,000
Employee Services Operating & Maintenance Minor Capital Watershed /Storm Water Expenditures by Category
2022-23
Actual
2023-24
Actual
2024-25
Amended Budget
2024-25
Year-End Estimate
2025-26 Proposed Budget 2026-27
Proposed Budget