Expense Summary by Project (Cont.)
Funding Source by Project
Project Name
Project
Number Prior FY 24-25 FY 25-26 FY 26-27 FY 27-28 FY 28-29 FY 29-30 Estimated
Total
Expenses
Estimated
Annual
Operating
Impact
Waterman Electric Vehicle Chargers & Parking CPW090073 - 500,000 - - - - - 500,000 - Waterman High Service & West Valve Replacement CPW090074 600,000 - - - - - - 600,000 - Waterman Highlift Pumps and Power Upgrades CPW090041 8,500,000 500,000 - - - - - 9,000,000 - Waterman Low Lift Pump Replacement CPW090138 - - 300,000 3,000,000 - - - 3,300,000 - Waterman Miscellaneous Upgrades CPW090029 250,000 350,000 350,000 350,000 350,000 350,000 350,000 2,350,000 - Waterman Ops Room Remodel CPW090136 - 100,000 - - - - - 100,000 - Waterman Ozone Improvements CPW090042 1,562,450 - 250,000 - - - - 1,812,450 - Waterman Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) Upgrades CPW090075 500,000 - - - - - - 500,000 - Waterman Reservoir Valve and Mixing Improvement CPW090076 - 350,000 1,750,000 100,000 - - - 2,200,000 - Waterman SCADA Upgrades CPW090128 - - - 250,000 1,500,000 - - 1,750,000 - Waterman Water Treatment Plant Solar Field CPW020077 537,500 - - - - - - 537,500 - West Texas Water Main Replacement CPW090044 - 4,550,000 - - - - - 4,550,000 - Willotta Oaks Water System Transfer CPW090079 - 50,000 - - - 250,000 250,000 550,000 - Totals 22,299,950 18,792,290 20,826,437 17,800,000 10,975,000 6,200,000 5,400,000 102,293,677 150,000 Source of Funds Prior FY 24-25 FY 25-26 FY 26-27 FY 27-28 FY 28-29 FY 29-30 Estimated
Total Funding
FEMA 5,100,000 - - - - - - 5,100,000
Other Agency Reimbursement - - 2,502,129 - - - - 2,502,129 State Grants - - 633,480 - - - - 633,480 Transfers - SB1 163 - - 469,919 - - - - 469,919 Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 17,199,950 18,792,290 17,220,909 17,800,000 10,975,000 6,200,000 5,400,000 93,588,149 Totals 22,299,950 18,792,290 20,826,437 17,800,000 10,975,000 6,200,000 5,400,000 102,293,677 City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 250 1,000 2,250 7,250 3,250 - - 7,000 21,000 Total 250 1,000 2,250 7,250 3,250 - - 7,000 21,000
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction 250 1,000 2,000 7,250 3,250 - - 7,000 20,750 Design - - 250 - - - - - 250
Total 250 1,000 2,250 7,250 3,250 - - 7,000 21,000
Project #: CPW090055
Project Title: Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Implementation Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $150,000 Est. Start Date: FY24 Original Budget $13,750,000
Est. Completion Date: FY30 Revised Budget $21,000,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Replacement of existing water meters and existing meter reading technology with advanced metering infrastructure. Currently, meters are manually read and this project is intended to allow for automatic meter reading.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Staff is currently working on developing an implementation plan for deployment of AMI. Deployment of AMI will occur over a period of several years.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 - 200 - - - 625 100 - 925 Total - 200 - - - 625 100 - 925
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - - - - - 625 100 - 725
Design - 200 - - - - - - 200
Total - 200 - - - 625 100 - 925
Project #: CPW090056
Project Title: Beck and Cordelia Cross Town Tie-In Valve Vault Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY25 Original Budget $925,000
Est. Completion Date: FY30 Revised Budget $925,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Extend distribution main & Rubicon water services & trans main interconnect (2000 LF)
Project Status and
Outlook:
Design to begin in FY25 with construction starting in FY29.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 - - 1,000 1,000 - - - - 2,000 Total - - 1,000 1,000 - - - - 2,000
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - - 1,000 1,000 - - - - 2,000
Total - - 1,000 1,000 - - - - 2,000
Project #: CPW090140
Project Title: Cathodic Protection
Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY26 Original Budget $2,000,000
Est. Completion Date: FY27 Revised Budget $2,000,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Installation of cathodic protection throughout the City which protects the water pipelines from corrosion due to environmental factors and minimizing failure rates in the pipelines.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Project is in the planning phase.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 - 350 - - - - - - 350 Total - 350 - - - - - - 350
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - - - - - - - - -
Design - 350 - - - - - - 350
Total - 350 - - - - - - 350
Project #: CPW090122
Project Title: Cement Hill Reservoir Valve & Mixing Improvements Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY26 Original Budget $2,200,000
Est. Completion Date: FY28 Revised Budget $350,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Reservoir valve and mixing improvements.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Design to begin FY26 with construction starting FY27.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 734 400 250 250 250 250 250 3,000 5,384 Total 734 400 250 250 250 250 250 3,000 5,384
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction 734 400 250 250 250 250 250 3,000 5,384
Total 734 400 250 250 250 250 250 3,000 5,384
Project #: CPW090019
Project Title: Distribution System Improvements
Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: Ongoing Original Budget Ongoing
Est. Completion Date: Ongoing Revised Budget $5,384,121
Project Description and
Purpose:
The water system contains several dozen miles of aged and/or undersized water mains that need to be upgraded, replaced or abandoned. Certain development projects located throughout the City require minor water main upgrades in the form of upsize(s), replacement(s), new installation(s), and/or abandonments (when applicable) to be completed as the need arises or when coordinating with local development projects is possible. There is mutual benefit when the City can coordinate certain water main upgrades as development projects evolve.
This fund is intended for minor water main upgrades (when applicable) for portions of the system that are contiguous and/or adjacent to development (i.e. not intended to subsidize or supplant developer obligations), and contains the estimated costs for minor water main projects as the need arises.
This is an ongoing project; therefore an original budget is not applicable.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Distribution Systems Improvements will be identified and performed as the need arises.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 - 150 - - - - 600 - 750 Total - 150 - - - - 600 - 750
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - - - - - - 600 - 600
Design - 150 - - - - - - 150
Total - 150 - - - - 600 - 750
Project #: CPW090057
Project Title: Distribution System Inter-Tie (NBRWTP)
Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY25 Original Budget $750,000
Est. Completion Date: 2030 Revised Budget $750,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Establish an emergency water connection between the City of Fairfield and Vacaville at North Bay Regional Water Treatment Plant.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Design to begin FY25 with construction starting FY30.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 250 500 250 250 250 250 250 1,500 3,500 Total 250 500 250 250 250 250 250 1,500 3,500
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction 250 500 250 250 250 250 250 1,500 3,500
Design - - - - - - - - -
Total 250 500 250 250 250 250 250 1,500 3,500
Project #: CPW090058
Project Title: Distribution System Metering & Monitoring Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: Ongoing Original Budget Ongoing
Est. Completion Date: Ongoing Revised Budget $3,500,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Assess metering monitoring equipment at select locations; 13 PRVs retrofit w/ SCADA Locations are TBD
This is an ongoing project; therefore an original budget is not applicable.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Staff is currently working on developing implementation plans. This project will occur over a period of several fiscal years.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 325 500 500 500 750 750 750 4,500 8,575 Total 325 500 500 500 750 750 750 4,500 8,575
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction 325 500 500 500 750 750 750 4,500 8,575
Total 325 500 500 500 750 750 750 4,500 8,575
Project #: CPW090060
Project Title: Distribution Valve Replacement
Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: Ongoing Original Budget Ongoing
Est. Completion Date: Ongoing Revised Budget $8,575,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Replace approximately 10 distribution valves per year.
This is an ongoing project; therefore an original budget is not applicable.
Project Status and
Outlook:
This project will occur on an ongoing basis.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 250 1,750 - - - - - - 2,000 Total 250 1,750 - - - - - - 2,000
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - 1,750 - - - - - - 1,750
Design 250 - - - - - - - 250
Total 250 1,750 - - - - - - 2,000
Project #: CPW090061
Project Title: Facilities System Improvements (PLC Controls & Telemetry) Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY24 Original Budget $2,000,000
Est. Completion Date: FY25 Revised Budget $2,000,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Improvements to facility system PLC controls and telemetry.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Design to occur in FY24. Construction to begin in FY25.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 250 250 250 250 250 250 250 1,500 3,250 Total 250 250 250 250 250 250 250 1,500 3,250
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction 250 250 250 250 250 250 250 1,500 3,250
Total 250 250 250 250 250 250 250 1,500 3,250
Project #: CPW090062
Project Title: Facilities System Improvements (Pump Stations & Pump Systems) Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: Ongoing Original Budget Ongoing
Est. Completion Date: Ongoing Revised Budget $3,250,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Pump station and pump system improvements at various facilities.
This is an ongoing project; therefore an original budget is not applicable.
Project Status and
Outlook:
This is an ongoing annual project.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 - - 100 - - - - - 100 Total - - 100 - - - - - 100
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - - 100 - - - - - 100
Total - - 100 - - - - - 100
Project #: CPW090143
Project Title: Facility Miscellaneous Upgrades
Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY26 Original Budget $100,000
Est. Completion Date: FY27 Revised Budget $100,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Miscellaneous improvements at various water utility facilities.
Project Status and
Outlook:
The project is in the planning phase.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 - 417 3,500 100 - - - - 4,017 Total - 417 3,500 100 - - - - 4,017
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - - 3,500 100 - - - - 3,600
Design - 417 - - - - - - 417
Total - 417 3,500 100 - - - - 4,017
Project #: CPW090063
Project Title: Hale Ranch Road Transmission Main Replacement Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY25 Original Budget $3,350,000
Est. Completion Date: FY27 Revised Budget $4,017,290
Project Description and
Purpose:
Upsize approximately 2,600 LF of 24" water main to 36".
Project Status and
Outlook:
Design to begin in FY25. Construction to begin FY26.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 - - 250 1,000 - - - 350 1,600 Total - - 250 1,000 - - - 350 1,600
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - - - 1,000 - - - 350 1,350
Design - - 250 - - - - - 250
Total - - 250 1,000 - - - 350 1,600
Project #: CPW090123
Project Title: Heart of Fairfield Utilities Relocation
Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY28 Original Budget $450,000
Est. Completion Date: FY29 Revised Budget $1,600,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Relocation of utilities point of connection from the building frontage to alleyways behind the buildings.
Project Status and
Outlook:
This project is not due to begin design until FY28.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 - 250 500 - - - - - 750 Total - 250 500 - - - - - 750
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - 250 500 - - - - - 750
Total - 250 500 - - - - - 750
Project #: CPW090134
Project Title: I-80 Westbound Truck Scales Water Improvements Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY25 Original Budget $750,000
Est. Completion Date: FY26 Revised Budget $750,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
I-80 Westbound Truck Scales Water Improvements
Project Status and
Outlook:
Project is scoped and out to bid with several contractors. Construction planned Summer 2025.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
FEMA 4,873 - - - - - - - 4,873
Other Agency Reimbursement - - 2,502 - - - - - 2,502
State Grants - - 633 - - - - - 633
Transfers - SB1 163 - - 470 - - - - - 470
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 300 - 221 - - - - - 521 Total 5,173 - 3,826 - - - - - 8,999
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction 3,711 - 3,826 - - - - - 7,538
Design 1,462 - - - - - - - 1,462
Total 5,173 - 3,826 - - - - - 8,999
Project #: CPW090069
Project Title: Lopes Road & Water Pipeline Reconstruction (2023 Storm Damage) Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY24 Original Budget $1,100,000
Est. Completion Date: FY25 Revised Budget $8,999,357
Project Description and
Purpose:
Repair roadway and 30" potable water transmission line damaged by a landslide related to 2023 storm events. Project is located on Lopes Road between Gold Hill Road and Marshview Road.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Project is scheduled to take place in FY25.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 - - - - 175 375 - 375 925 Total - - - - 175 375 - 375 925
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - - - - 175 375 - 375 925
Total - - - - 175 375 - 375 925
Project #: CPW090124
Project Title: Mangels Pump Station Power & Pump Improvements Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY28 Original Budget $550,000
Est. Completion Date: FY29 Revised Budget $925,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Improvements to the Mangles pump station power and pumps.
Project Status and
Outlook:
This project is scheduled to begin in FY28.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 250 1,500 250 - - - - - 2,000 Total 250 1,500 250 - - - - - 2,000
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - 1,500 250 - - - - - 1,750
Design 250 - - - - - - - 250
Total 250 1,500 250 - - - - - 2,000
Project #: CPW090070
Project Title: Mankas Blvd Distribution Main Replacement Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY25 Original Budget $2,000,000
Est. Completion Date: FY26 Revised Budget $2,000,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Replace 16-inch diameter cast iron water main with new PVC main.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Design to begin in FY25 and construction to start in FY26.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 - - 1,000 1,000 500 - - - 2,500 Total - - 1,000 1,000 500 - - - 2,500
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - - 1,000 1,000 500 - - - 2,500
Total - - 1,000 1,000 500 - - - 2,500
Project #: CPW090139
Project Title: Meter Capital Replacement
Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY26 Original Budget $2,500,000
Est. Completion Date: FY28 Revised Budget $2,500,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Replacement of aging water meters throughout the system while the City prepares for the transition to Advanced Metering Infrastructure.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Project is in the planning phase.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 50 500 - - - - - - 550 Total 50 500 - - - - - - 550
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - 500 - - - - - - 500
Design 50 - - - - - - - 50
Total 50 500 - - - - - - 550
Project #: CPW090064
Project Title: Middle Green Valley Interconnections
Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY24 Original Budget $650,000
Est. Completion Date: FY25 Revised Budget $550,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Design and construction of an interconnection between the City of Fairfield and Solano Irrigation District (SID). Construction of the interconnection dependent on approval of projects within the Middle Green Valley Specific Plan located in Solano County.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Design to begin in FY24. Construction to begin FY25.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 - - - - 500 - - - 500 Total - - - - 500 - - - 500
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - - - - 500 - - - 500
Total - - - - 500 - - - 500
Project #: CPW090141
Project Title: New AC Unit Waterman
Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY28 Original Budget $500,000
Est. Completion Date: FY29 Revised Budget $500,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Replacement of the current AC Unit which has reached its end of life at the Waterman Water Treatment Plant.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Project is in planning phase
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 100 - - - - - - 650 750 Total 100 - - - - - - 650 750
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - - - - - - - 650 650
Design 100 - - - - - - - 100
Total 100 - - - - - - 650 750
Project #: CPW090054
Project Title: Noonan Turnout
Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY24 Original Budget $650,000
Est. Completion Date: TBD Revised Budget $750,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Noonan turnout is a planned raw water storage facility having the potential to store raw water from both Solano Project and State Water Project and afford the ability for mutlitple agencies to draw upon.
Project Status and
Outlook:
The City is working in conjunction with the City of Vacaville and the Solano County Water Authority (SCWA) to advance the project. Currently under environmental review with SCWA.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 347 100 100 100 100 100 100 600 1,547 Total 347 100 100 100 100 100 100 600 1,547
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction 200 100 100 100 100 100 100 600 1,400
Design 147 - - - - - - - 147
Total 347 100 100 100 100 100 100 600 1,547
Project #: CPW090005
Project Title: Northeast Area Water Projects
Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: Ongoing Original Budget Ongoing
Est. Completion Date: Ongoing Revised Budget $1,546,545
Project Description and
Purpose:
Certain water infrastructure improvements in newly developed areas within the City may require replacing aged water mains, upgrading undersized water mains or constructing new water mains where none currently exist. The City will either build or reimburse the developer for certain water infrastructure constructed in or adjacent to the development.
This fund is intended to allow the City discretion in reimbursing a developer for actual construction costs or for City-built water infrastructure improvements as projects emerge.
This is an ongoing project; therefore an original budget is not applicable.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Water system improvements in the Canon Station development project area will be identified and performed as the need arises.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 50 50 100 100 - - - - 300 Total 50 50 100 100 - - - - 300
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction 50 50 100 100 - - - - 300
Total 50 50 100 100 - - - - 300
Project #: CPW090065
Project Title: Peabody Water System Transfer
Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY24 Original Budget $300,000
Est. Completion Date: FY27 Revised Budget $300,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Transfer of Peabody water system from Solano Irrigation District to City of Fairfield.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Preliminary engineering to begin in FY24, with estimated completion in FY27.
Progression on this project is reliant on development phasing within this part of the City.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 250 500 500 500 500 500 500 3,000 6,250 Total 250 500 500 500 500 500 500 3,000 6,250
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction 250 500 500 500 500 500 500 3,000 6,250
Total 250 500 500 500 500 500 500 3,000 6,250
Project #: CPW090066
Project Title: Pressure Reducing Valve (PRV) Upgrades - Metering & SCADA Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: Ongoing Original Budget Ongoing
Est. Completion Date: Ongoing Revised Budget $6,250,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Pressure reducing valve (PRV) improvements including metering and SCADA.
This is an ongoing project; therefore an original budget is not applicable.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Project to begin in FY24 and continue on an ongoing basis.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 - 250 500 - - - - - 750 Total - 250 500 - - - - - 750
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - 250 500 - - - - - 750
Total - 250 500 - - - - - 750
Project #: CPW090067
Project Title: Rancho Solano 3 Pump Station Power & Pump Improvements Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY25 Original Budget $750,000
Est. Completion Date: FY26 Revised Budget $750,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Rancho Solano 3 pump and power improvements.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Project to begin in FY25 and be completed in FY26.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 919 250 250 250 250 250 250 1,500 3,919 Total 919 250 250 250 250 250 250 1,500 3,919
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction 861 250 250 250 250 250 250 1,500 3,861
Design 57 - - - - - - - 57
Other Project Costs 1 - - - - - - - 1
Total 919 250 250 250 250 250 250 1,500 3,919
Project #: CPW090059
Project Title: Reservoir, Pump Stations, and Other Distribution System Upgrades Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: Ongoing Original Budget Ongoing
Est. Completion Date: Ongoing Revised Budget $3,919,378
Project Description and
Purpose:
The City's water system contains scores of facilities located throughout the City which include, but are not limited to pipelines, reservoirs, pump stations, valve lots, et al.
This fund is intended to allow the City the flexibility to conduct general water distribution system improvements as the need arises and/or to ensure the City maintains compliance with State regulations.
This is an ongoing project; therefore an original budget is not applicable.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Distribution system upgrades and projects shall be identified and performed as the need arises.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 175 375 550 - - - - - 1,100 Total 175 375 550 - - - - - 1,100
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction 125 375 500 - - - - - 1,000
Design 50 - 50 - - - - - 100
Total 175 375 550 - - - - - 1,100
Project #: CPW090068
Project Title: Rolling Hills Pump Station Power and Pump Improvements Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY24 Original Budget $550,000
Est. Completion Date: FY26 Revised Budget $1,100,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Design of main power, pumps, and bldg assessment
This is an ongoing project; therefore an original budget is not applicable.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Design to begin in FY25, and construction scheduled for FY26.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 - - - - 100 500 - - 600 Total - - - - 100 500 - - 600
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - - - - - 500 - - 500
Design - - - - 100 - - - 100
Total - - - - 100 500 - - 600
Project #: CPW090126
Project Title: Sanctuary 4 Pump Station Power & Pump Improvements Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY26 Original Budget $550,000
Est. Completion Date: FY27 Revised Budget $600,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Pump and power improvements at the Sanctuary 4 facility.
Project Status and
Outlook:
This project is scheduled to begin in FY26.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 - - 250 - - - - - 250 Total - - 250 - - - - - 250
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - - 250 - - - - - 250
Total - - 250 - - - - - 250
Project #: CPW090142
Project Title: Security Upgrades
Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY26 Original Budget $250,000
Est. Completion Date: FY27 Revised Budget $250,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Miscellaneous security upgrades at the Waterman Water Treatment Plant and near by canal.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Project is in planning phase
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 - 500 350 - - - - - 850 Total - 500 350 - - - - - 850
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - 500 250 - - - - - 750
Design - - 100 - - - - - 100
Total - 500 350 - - - - - 850
Project #: CPW090132
Project Title: Southbrook Pumpstation 1 Valve & Power Upgrade Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY25 Original Budget $850,000
Est. Completion Date: FY27 Revised Budget $850,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Southbrook 1 Valve & Power Upgrade
Project Status and
Outlook:
Project is being scoped with intent to go to council in July 2025.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 1,250 500 300 300 500 500 500 3,750 7,600 Total 1,250 500 300 300 500 500 500 3,750 7,600
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction 1,250 500 300 300 500 500 500 3,750 7,600
Total 1,250 500 300 300 500 500 500 3,750 7,600
Project #: CPW090047
Project Title: Transmission Valve Rehab/Replacement
Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: Ongoing Original Budget Ongoing
Est. Completion Date: Ongoing Revised Budget $7,600,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
The City's water system contains hundreds of transmission main valves that are used to control the flow of water for planned and unplanned water system shutdowns. Reliable transmission main valve operation is critical to reducing water service outage and minimizing customer service interruptions.
Transmission main valves are critical valves within the system because an inoperable transmission main valve could mean that a large geographical area within the City is out of water until the repair is completed. Many of these valves are aging and require replacement due to age or rehabilitation to preserve operability.
This is an ongoing project; therefore an original budget is not applicable.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Transmission main valve assessment will occur to determine whether valves require rehabilitation or replacement and will be performed as the need arises.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 14,976 1,000 500 500 500 500 500 6,000 24,476 Total 14,976 1,000 500 500 500 500 500 6,000 24,476
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction 13,810 1,000 500 500 500 500 500 6,000 23,310 Design 1,165 - - - - - - - 1,165
Other Project Costs 1 - - - - - - - 1
Total 14,976 1,000 500 500 500 500 500 6,000 24,476
Project #: CPW090028
Project Title: Water Main Replacements
Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: Ongoing Original Budget Ongoing
Est. Completion Date: Ongoing Revised Budget $24,475,529
Project Description and
Purpose:
On-going water main replacements citywide.
This is an ongoing project; therefore an original budget is not applicable.
Project Status and
Outlook:
On-going water main replacement will continue citywide during the 5-year capital improvement plan period. Areas will be determined as part of the Water Master Plan effort currently underway.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 1,000 250 - - - - - - 1,250 Total 1,000 250 - - - - - - 1,250
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Other Project Costs 1,000 250 - - - - - - 1,250
Total 1,000 250 - - - - - - 1,250
Project #: CPW090050
Project Title: Water Master Plan and Rate Study
Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY23 Original Budget $1,000,000
Est. Completion Date: FY24 Revised Budget $1,250,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
The last approved water rate increase went into effect January 1, 2021. The Water Master Plan and Rate study will address future capital projects, align operational costs, and provide information around potential rate changes in the future.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Project began in FY23 and is scheduled to be completed in FY24.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 250 500 750 750 750 750 750 6,000 10,500 Total 250 500 750 750 750 750 750 6,000 10,500
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction 250 500 750 750 750 750 750 6,000 10,500
Total 250 500 750 750 750 750 750 6,000 10,500
Project #: CPW090071
Project Title: Water Service Replacement Program
Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: Ongoing Original Budget Ongoing
Est. Completion Date: Ongoing Revised Budget $10,500,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Replace water services at various locations throughout the city.
This is an ongoing project; therefore an original budget is not applicable.
Project Status and
Outlook:
This is an ongoing project that will be assessed annually.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 - 300 - - - - - - 300 Total - 300 - - - - - - 300
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - 250 - - - - - - 250
Design - 50 - - - - - - 50
Total - 300 - - - - - - 300
Project #: CPW090137
Project Title: Waterman Admin Restroom Remodel
Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY28 Original Budget $300,000
Est. Completion Date: FY29 Revised Budget $300,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Waterman Admin Restroom Remodel
Project Status and
Outlook:
Planning stage.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 - - - - 500 - - - 500 Total - - - - 500 - - - 500
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - - - - 500 - - - 500
Design - - - - - - - - -
Total - - - - 500 - - - 500
Project #: CPW090127
Project Title: Waterman Administration Building Office Expansion Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY28 Original Budget $500,000
Est. Completion Date: FY28 Revised Budget $500,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Expansion of existing offices at the Waterman Water Treatment Plan administration building.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Design and construction are scheduled for FY28.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 100 50 100 - - - - - 250 Total 100 50 100 - - - - - 250
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction 100 50 100 - - - - - 250
Total 100 50 100 - - - - - 250
Project #: CPW090072
Project Title: Waterman Carbonic Acid Pilot
Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY24 Original Budget $150,000
Est. Completion Date: FY26 Revised Budget $250,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Carbon acid pilot project. Carbonic acid (H2CO3) is an environmentally friendly, safe and non-corrosive substance. This mild acid is a direct replacement of hazardous and aggressive acids like sulfuric or hydrochloric, which are normally used in water and wastewater treatment for pH reduction.
Project Status and
Outlook:
This project is scheduled to begin in FY24 and to be completed in FY25.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 - 500 - - - - - - 500 Total - 500 - - - - - - 500
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - 500 - - - - - - 500
Total - 500 - - - - - - 500
Project #: CPW090073
Project Title: Waterman Electric Vehicle Chargers & Parking Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY25 Original Budget $500,000
Est. Completion Date: FY25 Revised Budget $500,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Install electric vehicle chargers at waterman Water Treatment Plant.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Project set to begin and be completed in FY25.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 600 - - - - - - - 600 Total 600 - - - - - - - 600
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction 600 - - - - - - - 600
Total 600 - - - - - - - 600
Project #: CPW090074
Project Title: Waterman High Service & West Valve Replacement Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY24 Original Budget $600,000
Est. Completion Date: FY24 Revised Budget $600,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Waterman high service and west valve replacement.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Project set to begin and be completed in FY24.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 9,998 500 - - - - - - 10,498 Total 9,998 500 - - - - - - 10,498
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction 9,000 500 - - - - - - 9,500
Design 998 - - - - - - - 998
Total 9,998 500 - - - - - - 10,498
Project #: CPW090041
Project Title: Waterman Highlift Pumps and Power Upgrades Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY23 Original Budget $6,500,000
Est. Completion Date: FY25 Revised Budget $10,498,203
Project Description and
Purpose:
The Waterman High Lift Pump and Power Upgrade Project includes equipment replacement and facility upgrades involving removal and replacement of high lift pumps, outlet valves and facility electrical distribution system equipment (including a backup generator), as well as a new transformer from Pacific Gas and Electric.
This project will replace aging hydraulic and electrical equipment used in the operation of the Waterman High Lift Pump Station.
Project Status and
Outlook:
The City plans to complete the design in FY23 and have construction complete in FY25.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 - - 300 3,000 - - - - 3,300 Total - - 300 3,000 - - - - 3,300
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - - - 3,000 - - - - 3,000
Design - - 300 - - - - - 300
Total - - 300 3,000 - - - - 3,300
Project #: CPW090138
Project Title: Waterman Low Lift Pump Replacement
Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY26 Original Budget $3,300,000
Est. Completion Date: FY28 Revised Budget $3,300,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
The Waterman Low Lift Pump and Power Upgrade Project includes equipment replacement and facility upgrades involving removal and replacement of low lift intake, pumps, outlet valves.
This project will replace aging hydraulic and electrical equipment used in the operation of the Waterman High Lift Pump Station.
Project Status and
Outlook:
The project is in the planning phase. A request for proposals for design consultants is planned to be posted in August 2025.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
TBD - - - - - - - - -
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 500 350 350 350 350 350 350 2,100 4,700 Total 500 350 350 350 350 350 350 2,100 4,700
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction 500 350 350 350 350 350 350 2,100 4,700
Design - - - - - - - - -
Other Project Costs - - - - - - - - -
Total 500 350 350 350 350 350 350 2,100 4,700
Project #: CPW090029
Project Title: Waterman Miscellaneous Upgrades
Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: Ongoing Original Budget Ongoing
Est. Completion Date: Ongoing Revised Budget $4,700,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
The treatment plant occupies a large site consisting of various plant facilities such as yard piping, clarifiers, sludge ponds, chemical feed systems, laboratory and compliance equipment, et al.
This fund is intended to allow the City the flexibility to conduct general treatment plant improvements as the need arises and/or to ensure the City maintains compliance with State regulations.
This is an ongoing project; therefore an original budget is not applicable.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Treatment plant improvement projects will be identified and performed as the need arises.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 - 100 - - - - - - 100 Total - 100 - - - - - - 100
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - 100 - - - - - - 100
Total - 100 - - - - - - 100
Project #: CPW090136
Project Title: Waterman Ops Room Remodel
Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY26 Original Budget $100,000
Est. Completion Date: FY27 Revised Budget $100,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Waterman Ops Room Remodel
Project Status and
Outlook:
Planning Stage
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 3,881 - 250 - - - - - 4,131 Total 3,881 - 250 - - - - - 4,131
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction 3,562 - 250 - - - - - 3,812
Design 318 - - - - - - - 318
Total 3,881 - 250 - - - - - 4,131
Project #: CPW090042
Project Title: Waterman Ozone Improvements
Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY22 Original Budget $4,000,000
Est. Completion Date: FY26 Revised Budget $4,130,692
Project Description and
Purpose:
The Waterman water treatment plant uses ozone during a portion of the water treatment process to provide high quality drinking water. A majority of the ozone equipment has been in service since the early 1990's and requires replacement due to age and routine wear-and-tear. The project will include, but not be limited to replacement and/or upgrades to the liquid oxygen (LOX) system, vaporizers, piping, valving and instrumentation, power supply units ozone generators and related appurtenances in order to ensure delivery of high-quality drinking water to customers.
This fund is intended for making major upgrades to the ozone system to ensure compliance with State regulations and the City's adopted standard operating procedures.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Project has been awarded and construction will commence in FY24.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 500 - - - - - - - 500 Total 500 - - - - - - - 500
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction 500 - - - - - - - 500
Total 500 - - - - - - - 500
Project #: CPW090075
Project Title: Waterman Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) Upgrades Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY24 Original Budget $500,000
Est. Completion Date: FY25 Revised Budget $500,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
PLC upgrades at Waterman Water Treatment PLant.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Project to begin and be completed in FY24.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 - 350 1,750 100 - - - - 2,200 Total - 350 1,750 100 - - - - 2,200
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - - 1,750 100 - - - - 1,850
Design - 350 - - - - - - 350
Total - 350 1,750 100 - - - - 2,200
Project #: CPW090076
Project Title: Waterman Reservoir Valve and Mixing Improvement Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY25 Original Budget $2,200,000
Est. Completion Date: FY27 Revised Budget $2,200,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Replace critical valves. Complete the design and construction of a mixing system.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Design to begin in FY23 with construction beginning in FY26.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 - - - 250 1,500 - - - 1,750 Total - - - 250 1,500 - - - 1,750
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - - - - 1,500 - - - 1,500
Design - - - 250 - - - - 250
Total - - - 250 1,500 - - - 1,750
Project #: CPW090128
Project Title: Waterman SCADA Upgrades
Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY27 Original Budget $1,750,000
Est. Completion Date: FY28 Revised Budget $1,750,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
SCADA upgrades at Waterman Water Treatment Plant.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Design to begin in FY27 with construction beginning in FY28.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Private Partnership - - - - - - - 6,128 6,128
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 538 - - - - - - - 538 Total 538 - - - - - - 6,128 6,665
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - - - - - - - 6,128 6,128
Design - - - - - - - - -
Other Project Costs 538 - - - - - - - 538
Total 538 - - - - - - 6,128 6,665
Project #: CPW020077
Project Title: Waterman Water Treatment Plant Solar Field Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY24 Original Budget $6,665,000
Est. Completion Date: FY26 Revised Budget $6,665,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Waterman Water Treatment Plant is an integral facility for water service to a portion of Fairfield. This project proposes to install a solar field on the treatment plant property to aid with the facility's electricity consumption. Local water capital funding will be expended to retain consultant(s) for development of a power purchasing agreement (PPA) with an outside firm. Project being delivered through design-build delivery method. Construction will be funded and completed by the PPA firm.
Project Status and
Outlook:
PG&E has approved the interconnection supplemental review.
The planning for this project will begin in FY24.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 356 4,550 - - - - - - 4,906 Total 356 4,550 - - - - - - 4,906
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - 4,344 - - - - - - 4,344
Design 356 206 - - - - - - 562
Total 356 4,550 - - - - - - 4,906
Project #: CPW090044
Project Title: West Texas Water Main Replacement
Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY22 Original Budget $3,375,000
Est. Completion Date: FY24 Revised Budget $4,906,041
Project Description and
Purpose:
The proposed project includes replacement of the existing 12" watermain located on West Texas Street. Utility work is being completed in advance of the West Texas Complete Street improvement project.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Design and preparation of construction contract documents began in FY22. The construction is estimated to be completed in FY24.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Ca
pital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Water Capital Projects - Fund 462 - 50 - - - 250 250 - 550 Total - 50 - - - 250 250 - 550
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - 50 - - - 250 250 - 550
Total - 50 - - - 250 250 - 550
Pr
oject #: CPW090079
Project Title: Willotta Oaks Water System Transfer
Department: Public Works Est. Operating Impact: $0
Est. Start Date: FY25 Original Budget $550,000
Est. Completion Date: FY30 Revised Budget $550,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Transfer of water service for Willota Oaks subdivision from City of Fairfield to either Solano Irrigation Di
strict or City of Vallejo.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Project to begin in FY25 and be completed in FY30.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
City of Fairfield – Capital Improvement Program - Golf Expense Summary by Project
Funding Source by Project
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Number
Actual Thru
FY 23-24 FY 24-25 FY 25-26 FY 26-27 FY 27-28 FY 28-29 FY 29-30 Estimated
Total Expenses
Estimated
Annual
Operating
Impact
Paradise Valley Irrigation CPW020114 - - 1,000,000 - - - - 1,000,000 - Ranch Solano Irrigation CPW020113 - 500,000 500,000 - - - - 1,000,000 - Totals - 500,000 1,500,000 - - - - 2,000,000 - Source of Funds Prior FY 24-25 FY 25-26 FY 26-27 FY 27-28 FY 28-29 FY 29-30 Estimated
Total Funding
Golf - Paradise Valley - Fund 472 - - 1,000,000 - - - - 1,000,000 Golf - Rancho Solano - Fund 471 - 500,000 500,000 - - - - 1,000,000 Totals - 500,000 1,500,000 - - - - 1,000,000 City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Ca
pital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Golf - Paradise Valley - Fund 472 - - 1,000 - - - - - 1,000 Total - - 1,000 - - - - - 1,000
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - - 1,000 - - - - - 1,000
Total - - 1,000 - - - - - 1,000
Pr
oject #: CPW020114
Project Title: Paradise Valley Irrigation
Department: Parks & Recreation Est. Operating Impact: $0 Est. Start Date: FY25 Original Budget $1,000,000
Est. Completion Date: FY26 Revised Budget $1,000,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Repair failing irrigation system at courses. All portions of the irrigation system at the Paradise Valley G
olf Course need to be reviewed and redesigned with current standards in mind.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Project is scheduled for FY25.
City of Fairfield | FY 2025-26 and FY 2029-30
Capital Improvement Project
FY 2026 through FY 2030
(In $ Thousands)
Funding Sources Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Golf - Rancho Solano - Fund 471 - 500 500 - - - - - 1,000 Total - 500 500 - - - - - 1,000
Anticipated Expenditures Prior FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 FY 2030 Future Project Total
Construction - 500 500 - - - - - 1,000
Total - 500 500 - - - - - 1,000
Project #: CPW020113
Project Title: Ranch Solano Irrigation
Department: Parks & Recreation Est. Operating Impact: $0 Est. Start Date: FY25 Original Budget $1,000,000
Est. Completion Date: FY26 Revised Budget $1,000,000
Project Description and
Purpose:
Repair failing irrigation system at courses. All portions of the irrigation system at the Rancho Solano Golf Course need to be reviewed and redesigned with current standards in mind.
Project Status and
Outlook:
Project is scheduled for FY25.
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Agenda Item No: O.3
AGENDA REPORT
DATE: May 20, 2025
TO: Mayor and Council
FROM: David Gassaway, City Manager
SUBJECT: PW Landscape Oversight Committee Recommendations for a Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District Proposition 218 Balloting Process
Discussion and Direction Regarding Landscape Oversight Committee Recommendation s for a Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District Proposition 218 Balloting Process
Funding Source: N/A
Contact: Chris Lewis, (707) 428-7089
RECOMMENDED ACTION
Receive report, open discussion, and provide direction to staff.
STATEMENT OF ISSUE
The Landscape Oversight Committee (LOC) recommends that the City conduct a Proposition 218 balloting process for Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District (LLMD) No. 5 – Smith Ranch, LLMD No. 7 – Rolling Hills, and any third LLMD for which at least 10% of district property owners provide a written request for a Proposition 218 balloting process.
DISCUSSION
Background
In 2023, the City conducted a community engagement and balloting process in accordance with Article XIII D of the California Constitution (also known as Proposition 218) to increase assessment rates in nine LLMDs that were projected to have a structural budget deficit.
The ballot was passed by property owners in the Gateway and Paradise Valley communities , resulting in the formation of LLMDs No. 2023 -1 (Gateway) and No. 2023 -11 (Paradise Valley).
However, the ballot was not passed by property owners in t he remaining seven LLMDs: No. 3 – Waterman Highlands, No. 5 – Smith Ranch (Rancho Solano), No. 6 – Peppertree, No. 7 – Rolling
Hills, No. 8 – Kolob Estates, No. 12 – Downtown Business District, and No. 13 – North Cordelia.
As a result, services were reduced in these communities.
Some property owners in these districts expressed their concerns to the LOC and the City Council Subcommittee to the LOC (Subcommittee) regarding the declining landscape in their neighborhoods and their desire for another Proposition 218 balloting process to increase their assessment rates.
On January 25, 2025, at the annual City Council Retreat, the council directed staff to pause all LLMD Proposition 218 balloting efforts for these seven districts.
The LOC and Subcommittee held a joint meeting on February 27, 2025, at which 34 members of the public attended. Eight members from these communities submitted public comment cards and requested that the council reconsider the decision on January 25, 2025. The LOC and Subcommittee affirmed their support.
At the March 4, 2025, City Council meeting, Vice Mayor and Subcommittee Member Pam Bertani requested to reconsider the decision agreed upon on January 25, 2025, to pause LLMD Proposition 218 balloting efforts for these seven districts to be added to a future council agenda.
At the April 1, 2025, City Council meeting, the council deliberated on the matter and agreed to consider moving forward with a balloting process for three of the seven districts. Due to limited staffing and City resources, the remaining four districts may be considered for a second balloting process in future years. The council directed the LOC to provide a recommendation of three LLMDs that should be considered for another Proposition 218 balloting process.
LOC Recommendations
At the April 17, 2025, LOC meeting, staff conveyed the council directive to the LOC and provided members with an example timeline to form new replacement LLMDs with increased assessment rates effective fiscal year (FY) 2026-2027. The example timeline provided to the LOC and the 2026 LLMD Proposition 218 Timeline provided in Attachment 2 (Timeline) are nearly identical, except that the request for qualifications (RFQ) related activities listed between May 2025 to July 17, 2025, have been updated in Attachment 2 as new information emerged.
The Timeline allows six months, from September 202 5 through February 2026, for the development of the Engineer’s Reports. An Engineer’s Report is a technical document required by California law that outlines the details of a proposed assessment district and includes a boundary map, a financial analysis of district revenues and expenditures, and describes the methodology for the apportionment of costs to all benefitting parcels.
Approximately one month after the Engineer’s Reports are finalized and released to the public, the City will begin the legislative process on March 3, 2026, by requesting that the council adopt a Resolution of Intent to form new districts and levy assessments in FY 2026-2027. Ballots will be mailed to property owners on March 4, 2026 . A public hearing regarding the formation of the
new districts with increased assessment rates will be held on April 21, 2026, and ballot tabulation results will be announced on May 5, 2026. If the ballot for any proposed district is not approved by property owners or the council, the City will begin regular annual proceedings in June 2026 to levy FY 2026-2027 assessments in the respective existing LLMD.
Staff advised the LOC that the Timeline is very similar to the timeline followed during the 2023 Proposition 218 balloting process. While there is sufficient time to develop the Engineer’s Reports and complete all legislative requirements, the LOC may not have sufficient time to conduct the desired level of community engagement activities between the completion/release date of the Engineer’s Reports and the date ballots are mailed to property owners.
While community engagement activities may commence at any time, many property owners stated that engagement was less effective without the Engineer's Reports during the 2023 ballot process. Additionally, many property owners did not think there was enough time (approximately two months) between the release of the Engineer's Reports and the mailing of the ballots to thoroughly consider their options during the 2023 process.
The LOC moved to recommend to the council that LLMD No. 5 – Smith Ranch and LLMD No. 7 – Rolling Hills be considered for a balloting process. The LOC also recommended that a third LLMD be considered if at least 10% of district property owners provide written requests to be included in a balloting process by August 1, 2025.
Staff advised that, upon the council’s approval, the City will move forward with developing the Engineer’s Reports based on the landscaping and lighting maintenance scope of work that was in effect for each district prior to the service reductions in 2020 -2023. Some modifications may apply based on existing conditions and recommendations from th e Landscape Maintenance Manager. If property owners in any proposed district desire other modifications to the scope of work, the LOC must notify the City by July 17, 2025, to allow staff sufficient time to obtain cost estimates. The LOC agreed that change s to district boundaries would likely require in -depth research and an extended and substantial community engagement effort, which is not achievable at this time due to the Timeline.
LLMD No. 13 – North Cordelia Community Meeting
On May 1, 2025, Councilm ember Williams hosted an LLMD No. 13 – North Cordelia community meeting at the Cordelia Library to determine if North Cordelia property owners were interested in participating in a Proposition 218 balloting process to increase their assessment rates. The meeting was attended by approximately 20 North Cordelia property owners, Vice Mayor Bertani, LOC Chair Johnson, LOC Member Smith, and Public Works staff.
City staff presented an overview of the existing district boundaries, scope of work, budget, and assessment rates, the 2023 balloting process, and the proposed balloting process requirements and timeline.
The majority of North Cordelia property owners in attendance agreed to defer a balloting process until they confirm community support through their homeowner’s association networks, district- specific subcommittees (to be formed separate from the LOC), community surveys, and other relevant means of engagement.
Assessment Engineering Consultant Request for Qualifications Upon the council’s approval, the City will release an RFQ to procure an assessment engineering consultant to develop the Engineer’s Reports and assist the City with the Proposition 218 balloting process.
At the April 17, 2025, LOC meeting, staff requested that the LOC appoint two representatives to serve on the ad hoc RFQ Review Panel. The panel will consist of three City staff members and two LOC-appointed representatives. It will be res ponsible for evaluating all RFQ submittals and recommending the most qualified assessment engineering consultant.
The Committee appointed LOC Chair Rick Johnson and Paradise Valley property owner and resident, Carol Haddock. Ms. Haddock is a long -standing and very active member of the LLMD community who frequently participates in relevant community meetings and contributed to the 2023 balloting process as a community engagement working group member.
RFQ submittals will be due to the City by June 17, 2025. The RFQ Review Panel will independently review and score all submittals, then convene on June 25, 2025, to discuss and identify the consultant(s) with the highest scores.
After the consultant selection, staff will negotiate contract terms and bring th e contract to the council for approval in August 2025. The consultant will commence work in September 2025.
Council Direction
Staff requests the council’s direction regarding the LOC’s recommendations that the City conduct a Proposition 218 balloting process for LLMD No. 5 – Smith Ranch, LLMD No. 7 – Rolling Hills, and any third LLMD for which at least 10% of district property owners provide written requests by August 1, 2025, for a Proposition 218 balloting process to form new replacement LLMDs with increased assessment rates effective FY 2026-2027.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
N/A
PUBLIC CONTACT/ADVISORY BODY RECOMMENDATION
Staff presented the information in this report to the LOC at the April 17, 2025, meeting and to property owners in LLMD No. 13 – North Cordelia at the May 1, 2025, North Cordelia community meeting.
ALTERNATIVE ACTION
The council may choose to request more information from staff or the LOC or take other related actions.
COORDINATED WITH
Landscape Oversight Committee and City Manager’s Office
STAFF CONTACT
Chris Lewis, Sr. Management Analyst
(707) 428-7089
[email protected]
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 2: 2026 LLMD Proposition 218 Balloting Timeline
Date Action
April 1, 2025 Council directs staff to proceed with Prop 218 April - May 2025 RFQ development
May 21, 2025 Release RFQ
June 17, 2025 RFQs due to City
June 18, 2025 - June 24, 2025 RFQ review panel independently review and score submittals June 25, 2025 RFQ review panel meets
June 26, 2025 - July 11, 2025 Consultant interviews (if needed) July 17, 2025 LOC dicusses RFQ results
August 2025 Consultant contract negotiations and Council approval September 2025 - February 2026 Develop Engineer's Report (Min. 6 months; consideration for holidays) February 2026 Begin community engagement w/Engineer's Report* March 3, 2026 Notice of Intent
March 4, 2026 Mail notice and ballot package (NLT 45 days before public hearing) April 21, 2026 Public Hearing; Begin ballot tabulation
May 5, 2026 Announce ballot results; Form new districts June 2, 2026 Notice of Intent for districts that did not pass June 16, 2026 Public Hearing for districts that did not pass July 1, 2026 New assessment rates effective for FY 2026-2027 August 10, 2026 Tax rolls due to county
2026 LLMD PROPOSITION 218 BALLOTING TIMELINE FOR NEW ASSESSMENTS EFFECTIVE FY 2026-2027 *Community engagement may commence at any time, however during the 2023 ballot process many residents stated that engagement was less effective without the Engineer's Report. Additionally, many residents did not think there was enough time between the release of the Engineer's Report and when the ballots were mailed (approximately 2 months) to thoroughly consider their options during the 2023 process.
Agenda Item No: O.4
AGENDA REPORT
DATE: May 20, 2025
TO: Mayor and Council
FROM: David Gassaway, City Manager
SUBJECT: PW Proposed Updates for Use of Electric Bikes at Rockville Hills Regional Park and Discussion of Budget Constraints
Discussion and Direction Proposed Updated Recommendations to Ordinance 2020-04 for the Use of Electric Bikes at Rockville Hills Regional Park and Discussion of Budget Constraints Impacting the Management Plan Implementation Including Repurposing Community Facilities District 4A
Funding Source: N/A
Contact: Gary Sponsler, (707) 428-7416
RECOMMENDED ACTION
Receive report, open discussion, and provide direction to staff.
STATEMENT OF ISSUE
The City Council established the Rockville Citizens Advisory Committee (RCAC) and Guidelines with Resolution No. 2007-319 (Exhibit B) in November 2007. The RCAC’s purpose is to assist the City in making major decisions that affect the Rockville Hills Regional Park (Park).
In early 2023, the council requested the R CAC to provide a n updated recommendation to Ordinance No. 2020-04 (Exhibit C) regarding the use of electric bicycles (E-Bikes) in the park.
During RCAC’s research on E-Bikes, discussions for funding centered on efforts to amend eligible expenditures of Co mmunity Facilities District 4A (CFD 4A) to allow for administrative and maintenance expenditures in addition to currently restricted uses for only a cquisition of open space.
DISCUSSION
The 633-acre Park is located on Rockville Road west of Suisun Valley Ro ad. The Park provides recreation opportunities for local residents and visit ors, including walk ing, hik ing, run ning,
cycling, and other outdoor activities. The Park also serves as an educational resource, often hosting a variety of students and youth organizations.
Due to the delicate nature of the single -track trail systems in the Park and safety concerns for fellow trail users, the council adopted Ordinance No. 2020-04, amending Chapter 12B, Parks and Recreation of the Fairfield Municipal Code, to p rohibit the riding or operation of E-Bikes in the Park.
In early 2023, the council requested that the RCAC revisit the use of E-Bikes in the Park based on increased interest and advocacy from some residents and park users. Though the RCAC historically mee ts quarterly, special meetings were held to start discussions and develop a recommendation.
The following efforts assisted RCAC in formulating their recommendation , though RCAC welcomes discussion with the council to fully formulate their final recommendation:
Creating and distributing a park user preference survey, with an emphasis on questions regarding the allowance of E-Bike usage.
o From the survey, nearly 1,400 responses were received and are summarized in Exhibit D.
Discussion with Directors from S kyline Wilderness Park in Napa County and East Bay Regional Park Districts in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties to understand the expected and actual impact as both organizations currently allow Class 1 E-Bikes in the parks. Listening to the Community during the RCAC meetings.
Significant discussions amongst the seven-member Committee.
RCAC could not come to a unanimous decision on allowing E -Bikes on the Park. However, RCAC did come to a decision to recommend to the council three options for allowing E -Bikes into the Park:
Allow Class 1 E-Bikes into the Park
Allow Class 1 E-Bikes into the Park if minimum staffing is available Allow Class 1 E -Bikes into the Park contingent on securing f unding for the Management Plan
Community Facilities District 4A
One of the sticking points for RCAC has been the limited availability of Park Ranger personnel as well as funding for ongoing maintenance requirements in the park. In exploring options for increasing funding to implement the management plan, RCAC discussed the opportunity to amend CFD4A to allow funds to be used for the maintenance and administration of open space.
On September 17, 1991, the City Council adopted Resolutions 91 -251 through 91-255, establishing CFD4A, a Mello -Roos Open Space District for Fairfield. The resolutions addressed
district formation, setting the bonded debt limit and special tax, calling a special election, and announcing the results. CFD4A was created with the intent that future residential developments within the City would annex to the district, with funds specifically authorized for open space acquisitions as outlined in the formation document.
CFD4A is limited in what funding generated can be used for. Specifically, funding is limited to the acquisition of open space lands by the City. It does not specifically allow for funding to be used for the maintenance of open space lands or for the costs of administering those lands and/or CFD4A. It appears to be the only CFD in the City that does not allow administration and maintenance as an eligible expense.
CFD4A includes approximately 2,886 parcels within the district, most of which are in pockets of parcels that are not contiguous. Attachment A includes a map of the district parcel areas. CFD4A generates approximately $550,000 in revenue annually from a special assessment levied on properties within the boundaries of the district.
The RCAC discussed the process for amending the formation document to include administrative and maintenance costs as eligible expenditures under CFD4A . An amendment would provide funding sufficient to administer the necessary components of the Rockville Hills Management Plan, including adding necessary staffing, such as an additional Par k Ranger, and provide some funding for maintenance of other open space areas in the City.
The RCAC acknowledges that this amendment would require voter approval through the Prop 218 process, but believes it is a necessary measure to support the long -term sustainability and protection of the Park. To amend the district would require the following:
A CFD report prepared by a consultant
Issuance of a Notice of Intent (NOI) by City Council – note: if 50% or more of registered voters residing within the district file written protests, then it cannot be considered again for one year
Public Hearing within 30 to 60 days (min/max) of the NOI Mail ballots to eligible voters within the district for an election to be held between 90 and 180 days (min/max) after the Public Hearing
Requires 2/3 approval of the total votes cast
FINANCIAL IMPACT
If the City Council authorizes proceeding with the Prop 218 process to amend CFD4A, the CFD will incur costs associated with the balloting process. Staff will provide a cost estimate if directed to move forward.
PUBLIC CONTACT/ADVISORY BODY RECOMMENDATION
Community engagement efforts were carried out through multiple channels, including a visitor survey and presentations from two additional organizations.
ALTERNATIVE ACTION
The council may choose to request more information from staff or the RCAC, take other related actions, or choose not to act at this time.
COORDINATED WITH
N/A
STAFF CONTACT
Gary Sponsler, Landscape Maintenance Manager
(707) 428-7416
[email protected]
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 2: CFD4A Boundary Map
Attachment 3: Exhibit B – Resolution No. 2007-319
Attachment 4: Exhibit C – Ordinance No. 2020-04
Attachment 5: Exhibit D – Rockville Hills Regional Park Survey Summary
Community Facility District 4A Parcels
CITY OF FAIRFIELD
RESOLUTION NO. 2007 - 3/' 1
A RESOLUTION OF THE FAIRFIELD CITY COUNCIL ESTABLISHING THE ROCKVILLE
HILLS REGIONAL PARK CITIZEN ADVISORY COMMITTEE
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 2007 - 151A adopted the Rockville Hills Regional Park Subcommittee recommendations; and
WHEREAS, one of the Subcommittee recommendations was to create a Citizen Advisory Committee for Rockville Hills Regional Park that would report to the Community Services Committee; and
WHEREAS, both the Community Services Commission and City Council wish to ensure that all projects planned for Rockville Hills Regional Park are consistent with the Management Plan and the Ordinance governing the Park; and WHEREAS, the Community Services Commission has reviewed the roles and responsibilities of the Rockville Citizen Advisory Committee and supports them; and WHEREAS, the City Council encourages public awareness, use and support of Rockville Hills Regional Park.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FAIRFIELD:
1. That a five- member Rockville Hills Regional Park Citizen Advisory Committee is hereby created, which shall report to the Community Services Commission, in accordance with the attached guidelines.
2. That the City Manager is authorized to do all things necessary and proper to implement this Resolution.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 20th day of November, 2007 by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Batson/ F a rlev IPrice/ M raz/ Kardos NOES: Councilmembers None
ABSENT: Councilmembers None
ABSTAIN: Councilmembers None
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Rockville Hills Regional Park
Citizen Advisory Committee
Guidelines
Introduction
The Rockville Hills Regional Park Committee recommended the City Council establish a Rockville Hills Regional Park ( Park) Citizen Advisory Committee. The City Council approved the recommendation in Resolution No. 2007- 151A. The Committee' s purpose is to assist the City in making major decisions that affect the Park. The Committee is an advisory body to the Community Services Commission.
Mission and Obiectives
The Committee' s mission is to provide the City feedback and input regarding major decisions affecting the Park. The Committee will do this by reviewing all Management Plan or governing Ordinance based improvements planned for the Park by the City.
The Committee will receive quarterly updates ( or more frequently if necessary) on major park projects, major policy and/ or major operational changes from the Community Services Department staff. If the Committee has recommendations on the projects, their suggestions will be presented by them to staff and the Community Services Commission in a timely manner and before any final action is taken. The Committee will meet when it deems necessary. Three Committee members shall constitute a quorum. City staff will provide the Committee with required information to assist the Committee in making its recommendations to the Community Services Commission. The Committee will make timely recommendations so that projects are not unnecessarily delayed.
Rockville Hills ReQional Park Citizen Advisory Committee Five Committee members are appointed by the Mayor with the approval of the City Council. The Committee members must live in Solano County, three of whom must live in the City of Fairfield. Committee members should have at least three years of either professional or volunteer experience in public open space and recreation endeavors or a unique familiarity and knowledge of Rockville Hills Regional Park. Committee members will be selected based on their ability to fairly represent the multitude of recreation users and special interest groups that use the Park. No one special interest group shall be over- represented.
Committee members will serve on staggered four- year terms beginning January 1 and ending on December 31. Two of the five initially appointed Committee
members shall serve a two- year term to facilitate the staggered terms.
Subsequent terms shall be four years. The Committee members shall serve at the pleasure of the City Council for no more than two terms.
Staff liaisons from Community Services, Public Works, Fire and Community Development shall assist the Committee as requested and needed.
The Committee shall have the following roles and responsibilities:
Review all capital and Management Plan projects and those allowed by the Ordinance governing the Park at their conceptual design level.
Provide recommendations on these projects to the Community Services Commission and staff to ensure the objectives of the Management Plan and the Ordinance governing the Park are being adhered to.
Advise, inform and make recommendations to the Community Services Commission and staff on major issues not specific to the Management Plan and/ or Ordinance governing the Park.
Conduct visitor surveys to determine user satisfaction. City staff shall approve all survey instruments prior to their use.
Establish and continue a dialog with Park users to keep abreast of their interests and viewpoints about major issues in the Park, and to garner their input on planned major park projects.
Exchange ideas with the Community Services Commission and staff on long- term preservation and enhancement strategies for the Park.
It is not the Committee' s role or responsibility to be involved in day- to- day Park operational decisions or issues, or decisions made by the Rockville Trail Advisory Group ( RTAG).
CITY OF FAIRFIELD
ORDINANCE NO. 2020- 04
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FAIRFIELD AMENDING CERTAIN SECTIONS OF FAIRFIELD CITY CODE, CHAPTER 12B, PARKS AND
RECREATION, TO PROHIBIT ELECTRIC BICYCLES IN ROCKVILLE HILLS
REGIONAL PARK
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FAIRFIELD DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. A new term and definition is hereby added to Section 1213. 1 ( Definitions) of Chapter 12B of the Fairfield City Code, in proper alphabetical order, to read as follows:
Electric Bicycle — A bicycle equipped with fully operable pedals and an electric motor of less than 750 wafts. The term Electric Bicycle includes Class 1, Class 2, and Class 3 Electric Bicycles, as those terms are defined in California Vehicle Code section 312. 5( a)."
SECTION 2. A new section subsection ( h) is hereby added to Section 1213.4 (Traffic and parking regulations) of Chapter 12B of the Fairfield City Code, to read as follows:
h) Ride or operate any Electric Bicycle in Rockville Hills Regional Park." SECTION 3. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed this Ordinance and each and every section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase not declared invalid or unconstitutional without regard to whether any portion of the Ordinance would be subsequently declared invalid or unconstitutional.
SECTION 4. The City Council finds this Ordinance is not a "project" within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act, Public Resources Code §§ 2100 et seq.
CEQA"), and 14 Cal. Code Regs. §§ 1500 et seq. (" CEQA Guidelines). The Ordinance prohibits the operation of electric bicycles within a City park and has no potential for resulting in a direct or reasonably foreseeable' indirect physical change in the environment. Pursuant to CEQA Section 21065 and Section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines, no environmental review of the Ordinance is required.
SECTION 5. This Ordinance shall be effective 30 days following its adoption by the City Council. A summary of this Ordinance shall, within fifteen ( 15) days after passage, be published in accordance with Section 36933 of the Government Code of the State of California with the names of the City Council members voting for and against it.
ORD. NO. 2020- 04
INTRODUCED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Fairfield on the 3rd day of March, 2020, and
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 24th
day of March, 2020, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: PRICE / BERTANI / MOY/ TIMM / VACCARO NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
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Rockville Hills Regional Park
2023 User Survey Summary
The City of Fairfield received a total of 1,395 user responses to its 2023 user survey at Rockville Hills Regional Park. The answers to those questions have been summarized below.
How do you currently use Rockville Hills Regional Park? Mountain Biking (66%); Hiking (53%); Nature Observation (27%); Dog Walking (19%); Trail Running (11%); Picnicking (10%); Other (4%); Fishing (1%) How often do you visit Rockville Hills Regional Park?
Less than once a month (39%); 2-5 times a month (36%); 5-10 times a month (12%); more than 10 times a month (8%); never visited (3%); first time visitor (2%) When you visit, how many people come with you?
1-3 people (62%); none (23%); 4-5 people (12%); 8 or more people (2%); 6-7 people (1%) Do you have safety concerns when visiting Rockville Hills Regional Park? NO (83%); YES (17%)
If you have safety concerns, what are they?
A. Bicycles and E-bikes: Many respondents express concerns about the behavior of cyclists and e-bike riders. Complaints include speeding, not yielding to pedestrians, not observing safety precautions, and being a hazard to other park visitors.
B. Wildlife: Safety concerns related to wildlife include rattlesnakes, mountain lions, and aggressive cows.
C. Homeless: Several respondents mention encounters or concerns about homeless individuals in the park, some of whom exhibit erratic or aggressive behavior.
D. Vehicle Safety and Break-ins: Parking area safety is a recurring concern, with reports of car break-ins and vandalism.
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2023 User Survey Summary
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E. Trail Maintenance: Some respondents mention issues with trail maintenance, overgrown paths, fallen trees, and branches obstructing the trails, posing safety risks.
F. Loose and Unleashed Dogs: There are complaints about dogs running off-leash and sometimes being aggressive or causing conflicts.
G. General Park Security: Some respondents mention concerns about safety in isolated or less-trafficked areas of the park.
H. Safety While Alone: Many respondents express concerns about safety while visiting the park alone, particularly for female visitors.
I. Lack of Trail Etiquette: Some respondents mention a lack of trail etiquette, with bikers not yielding to pedestrians or hikers not sharing the trail responsibly.
J. Fire Hazards: Safety concerns related to fire hazards include the risk of fire in dry conditions and the potential for dangerous behavior related to fires.
K. Terrain and Trail Conditions: Safety concerns related to uneven or steep terrain, slippery paths, and potential hazards on the trails.
L. Suspicious or Aggressive Individuals: Concerns about encounters with aggressive or unsettling individuals within the park.
M. Speeding Cyclists: Specific concerns about cyclists traveling at high speeds, especially on narrow paths, creating potential hazards.
N. Other Safety Concerns: Miscellaneous concerns, such as encountering unruly park visitors, irresponsible drone use, underage drinkers, and underage smokers.
Would you support the use of e-bikes in Rockville Hills Regional Park? YES (66%); NO (34%)
Please provide any additional comments as they relate to the park.
The overwhelming majority of responses were related to e-bike usage given the previous two survey questions were specific to e-bikes. Therefore, the summary below is mostly specific to the allowance of e-bikes in the park.
It's important to note that the opinions expressed in the responses are varied and reflect the diverse perspectives of the park users. Some are supportive of E-Bikes, emphasizing accessibility and benefits for certain groups, while others have concerns abo ut safety, trail impact, and potential conflicts between different trail users.
Reasons Given in Favor of E-bikes:
A. Promote & enable outdoor activity and accessibility/inclusivity. o Allows certain demographics the ability to enjoy biking outdoors, such as the elderly or those with disabilities, who typically would be unable to. o Enhanced park experience and exploration for all, but especially those above.
B. Comparison to mountain bikes, which are already allowed in the park. o Many people indicate that e-bikes will not result in much difference.
C. E-bikes are supportive of youth and mountain biking team activities.
D. Suggestions to set rules for safe e-bike use and specify the allowed e-bike types.
E. Would be great for Solano Search & Rescue training – suggested by the Captain of SSR.
F. Perceived risks and misunderstandings given by non-bikers is frequently mentioned by people in favor of e-bikes; that those ‘against’ do not have a proper understanding.
o Some ‘against’ survey responses showcase this, as it seems that some people think e-bikes are like motorcycles or motorized dirt bikes.
Reasons Given Against E-bikes:
A. Safety of pedestrians and environmental impact concerns of more bikes. o Negative impact on the experience of non-bikers & general preference for a non-biking environment.
o Fear of negative impact on wildlife and damage to the trail and natural environment/habitats in the area.
• Although, some people acknowledge that with mountain bikes allowed already, this will not result in additional impacts. It seems that those giving these responses would prefer bikes not to be allowed at all.
B. Impact on trail overload – people fear this will increase traffic on the trails.
C. Concerns about enforcement/regulation and education of the masses even if e- bike rules and regulations are put in place.
D. Concerns about unfamiliar riders, trail etiquette, and unauthorized motor vehicles.
Reasons both For and Against E-bikes
A. Other parks already allow e-bikes.
o Some people want Rockville Hills Park to stay e-bike free for this very reason. o Others question why this park does not allow e-bikes when other parks do.