Agenda — Ridgecrest City Council, June 4, 2025 (part 1 of 2)

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Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority
AGENDA
June 4, 2025
Regular Session 6:00 p.m.

City Hall, Council Chambers
100 100 West California Avenue
Ridgecrest CA 93555
Ricca Charlon, CMC
City Clerk
[email protected]
(760) 499-5002
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CITY COUNCIL
Travis Endicott, Mayor
Kyle Blades, Mayor Pro-Tem
Solomon P. Rajaratnam, Vice Mayor
L. Scott Hayman, Council Member
John ‘Skip’ Gorman, Council Member
Ron Strand, City Manager
Keith Lemieux, City Attorney
Martin Koczanowicz, City Attorney
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RIDGECREST CITY COUNCIL

SUCCESSOR REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY

FINANCING AUTHORITY

HOUSING AUTHORITY

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AGENDA
Wednesday, June 4, 2025 Regular Session – 6:00 p.m.

CALL TO ORDER

ROLL CALL

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

REGULAR SESSION
• Pledge Of Allegiance
• Invocation
PUBLIC COMMENT OF ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA - Persons wishing to address the Council on matters that are within the Council’s jurisdiction and DO NOT ALREADY APPEAR ON THE AGENDA, may do so at this time.

COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS/DIRECTION
CONSENT CALENDAR – All Matters Listed Under The Consent Calendar Are To Be Considered Routine And Enacted By One Motion Unless Pulled By A Council Member Or A Member Of The Public.

1. Proposed Action To Approve Draft Minutes Of The Ridgecrest City Council Regular Meeting Dated May 21, 2025 Charlon

2. A Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ridgecrest Authorizing: An Application For Federal Funding For Fiscal Year 2025 In The Total Amount Of One Hundred Seventy-Three Thousand Two Hundred And Eighty Dollars ($173,280); And The City Manager To Sign, File And Execute The Application, And All Certification Of Assurances, Contracts And Agreements; Authorize The Grants Manager To Provide Additional Information In Connection With The Application For The Section 5311 Project(S), Submit And Approve Requests For Reimbursement Of Funds From The Department Corvarrubias

3. Proposed Action To Adopt A Resolution Of The Ridgecrest City Council And The Successor Redevelopment Agency Adopting The Annual Budget For Fiscal Year 2025-26, Establishing Appropriations, Estimating Revenues, And Establishing The Policies By Which The Budget May Be And Shall Be Amended Brewton

DISCUSSION / ACTION ITEMS

4. Initializing Staff To Prepare An Engineers Report For The Intent To Levy And Collection Of Assessments For Drainage Benefit Assessment District 2016-1 (The “District”) For Fiscal Year 2025/2026, Pursuant To The Provisions Of The Benefit Assessment Act Of 1982, Being Chapter 6.4 Of The California Government Code; And The Announcement Of A Public Hearing On June 18, 2025 For The Proposed Assessment Reed

AGENDA - CITY COUNCIL / SUCCESSOR REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY / FINANCING AUTHORITY / HOUSING AUTHORITY REGULAR – June 4, 2025

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5. Initializing Staff To Prepare An Engineer’s Report For The Intent To Levy And Collection Of Assessments For Consolidated Landscape And Lighting District 2012-1 For Fiscal Year 2025/2026, Pursuant To The Provisions Of Part 2 Of Division 15 Of The California Streets And Highways Code; And The Announcement Of A Public Hearing On June 18, 2025 For The Proposed Assessment; And Request Direction From Council Regarding Zone 3 Of Said District Reed

ORDINANCES

6. Introduction And First Reading Of An Ordinance To Amend The Zone Map For The Property Located On North Downs Street Between West Ward And West Graaf - APN 453-014-09-00-0 Spurlock
COMMITTEE REPORTS**Committee Meeting dates are subject to change and will be announced on the City website
Economic Development Committee
Members: Kyle Blades and Solomon Rajaratnam
Meeting: 1st Monday of the month @ 5:15 p.m.

Location: City Hall Conference Room B, 1
st Floor
➢ Report from June 2, 2025
Finance Committee
Members: Solomon Rajaratnam and Scott Hayman
Meeting: 2nd Tuesday each month at 5:30 p.m.

Location: City Hall Conference Room B, 1
st Floor
➢ Next meeting June 10, 2025
Infrastructure Committee
Members: Mayor Endicott and Kyle Blades
Meeting: 4
th Thursday each month at 5:00 p.m.

Location: City Hall Conference Room B, 1
st Floor
➢ Report from May 22, 2025
Parks, Recreation, and Quality of Life Committee
Members: Mayor Endicott and Scott Hayman
Meeting: 1
st Tuesday each month at 5:30 p.m.

Location: City Hall Council Chambers
➢ Next meeting July 1, 2025

OTHER COMMITTEES, BOARDS, OR COMMISSIONS

CITY MANAGER REPORT

FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS

ADJOURNMENT
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Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

STAFF REPORT
SUBJECT: Proposed Action To Approve Draft Minutes Of The Ridgecrest City Council Regular Meeting May 21, 2025
PRESENTED BY: Ricca Charlon, City Clerk
SUMMARY:

Draft Minutes of the City Council / Successor Redevelopment Agency / Housing Authority / Financing Authority Regular Meeting May 21, 2025
FISCAL IMPACT: None
ACTION REQUESTED: Approve minutes
CITY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION: Action as requested
Submitted by: Ricca Charlon Action Date: June 4, 2025
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RIDGECREST CITY COUNCIL

SUCCESSOR REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY

FINANCING AUTHORITY

HOUSING AUTHORITY

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DRAFT MINUTES
Wednesday, May 21, 2025 Regular Session – 6:00 p.m.

Pursuant to California Government Code 54953(b)(1) one additional call-in location has been established for the Mayor to attend this meeting via teleconference at Kern Council of Governments Board Room; 1401 19th Street, Suite 300, Bakersfield, CA 93301
This meeting was recorded and will be on file in the Office of the City Clerk for a certain period of time from date of approval by the Ridgecrest City Successor Agency/Financing Authority/Housing Authority. Meetings are recorded solely for the purpose of preparation of minutes.

ROLL CALL – 6:00 p.m.

Council Present: Mayor Pro-Tem Blades; Vice Mayor Rajaratnam; Council Member Hayman; Council Member Gorman

Absent: Mayor Endicott
Staff Present: City Attorney M. Koczanowicz; City Manager Strand; City Clerk Charlon; Chief Ysit; Finance Director Brewton; Parks & Rec Director Wegener; PW Director Reed APPROVAL OF AGENDA – Charlon pulled item 3 from consent requesting it to be heard as a discussion item before item 5 - Motion to approve with requested change Rajaratnam – Hayman - 4 ayes; 1 absent

PRESENTATIONS
Presentation of Proclamations
• In Honor Of Elliot Duff Upon The Occasion Of His Retirement From The City • Public Works Week
• Emergency Medical Services Week
PUBLIC COMMENT OF ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA – T. Wiknich; M. Neel *Mayor Endicott came on at 6:24 pm via WebEx during Wiknich comments

COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS / DIRECTION

CONSENT CALENDAR

1. Proposed Action To Approve Draft Minutes Of The Ridgecrest City Council Regular Meeting Dated May 7, 2025 Charlon

2. Authorization For The City Manager To Execute The Notice Of Completion For The HSIP Cycle 10 Project, Federal Project No. HSIPSL-5385(074); For The City Clerk To File The Notice Of Completion And City Staff To Release Retention In The Amount Of Forty-One Thousand Five Hundred Eighty-Eight Dollars And Eighty-Nine Cents ($41,588.89) To Elecnor Belco Electric, Inc. Thirty (30) Days After Recordation Reed

3. Authorization For The City Manager To Sign The Notice Of Completion For The Clean California Grant, Leroy Jackson Improvement Project; For The City Clerk To File The Notice Of Completion And For City Staff To Release Retention In The Amount Of Two Hundred Thirty-Four Thousand, Two Hundred Fifteen Dollars And Eighty-Three Cents ($234,215.83) To The Contractor, Griffith Company, Within Thirty (30) Days After Recordation Reed

4. Approval Of Resolution Dissolving The City Organizations And Services (City Org) Committee Charlon Motion to approve CONSENT CALENDAR items 1, 2 & 4 Rajaratnam - Endicott 5 ayes

DRAFT MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL / SUCCESSOR REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY / FINANCING AUTHORITY / HOUSING AUTHORITY REGULAR – May 21, 2025

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DISCUSSION / ACTION ITEMS
Item 3 – staff reviewed the item which was pulled due to the request for the additional funds/change order.

Public Comment M. Neel - Motion to approve item 3 Hayman - Rajaratnam 5 ayes

5. Annual AB 481 Military Equipment Use Report- 2024 Ysit Public Comment – M. Neel Motion to approve item 5 Hayman - Rajaratnam 5 ayes

6. Discussion Regarding The Board Of The Indian Wells Valley Groundwater Authority (IWVGA) Hayman Public Comment – M. Neel, T. Wiknich

7. A Resolution To Accept The Base Bid For Schedule A & B As Submitted By Griffith Company; Allocate Transit and Intercity Rail Program (TIRCP), Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC), Drainage Impact, & Traffic Impact Funds, And Up To $300,000.00 For A 3% Contingency, For A Maximum Total Of Up To $9,260,155.00; Award A Construction Contract To Griffith Company To Construct The AHSC Improvement Project, For Eight Million Nine Hundred & Sixty Thousand One Hundred And Fifty-Five Dollars And No Cents ($8,960,155.00); And Amend A Professional Services Agreement With Willdan Engineering In The Amount Of $144,708.00 To Provide Engineering Services For The Project; And Authorize The City Manager To Execute The Contract & Agreement Reed Public Comment – None
Motion to approve item 7 Gorman – Endicott 5 ayes

COMMITTEE REPORTS
Economic Development Committee
Members: Kyle Blades and Solomon Rajaratnam
Meeting: 1st Monday of the month @ 5:15 p.m.

Location: City Hall Conference Room B, 1
st Floor
➢ Next meeting June 2, 2025
Finance Committee
Members: Solomon Rajaratnam and Scott Hayman
Meeting: 2nd Tuesday each month at 5:30 p.m.

Location: City Hall Conference Room B, 1
st Floor
➢ Report from May 13, 2025
Infrastructure Committee
Members: Mayor Endicott and Kyle Blades
Meeting: 4
th Thursday each month at 5:00 p.m.

Location: City Hall Conference Room B, 1
st Floor
➢ Next meeting May 22, 2025
Parks, Recreation, and Quality of Life Committee
Members: Mayor Endicott and Scott Hayman
Meeting: 1
st Tuesday each month at 5:30 p.m.

Location: City Hall Council Chambers
➢ Next meeting June 3, 2025

OTHER COMMITTEES, BOARDS, OR COMMISSIONS

CITY MANAGER REPORT
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS discussion re: policy how council puts items on the agenda – renegotiate WM contract – Water bills 1413 & 1466

MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT – 8:18 p.m.
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Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

STAFF REPORT
SUBJECT: A Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ridgecrest Authorizing: An Application For Federal Funding For Fiscal Year 2025 In The Total Amount Of One Hundred Seventy-Three Thousand Two Hundred And Eighty Dollars ($173,280); And The City Manager To Sign, File And Execute The Application, And All Certification Of Assurances, Contracts And Agreements; Authorize The Grants Manager To Provide Additional Information In Connection With The Application For The Section 5311 Project(S), Submit And Approve Requests For Reimbursement Of Funds From The Department PRESENTED BY: Sergio Covarrubias, Grants Manager
SUMMARY: The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Section 5311 is a program that is formula based and provides funding to states for the purpose of supporting public transportation in rural areas. Rural areas encompass all populations, not included within an urbanized area of 50,000 or more residents.

The funding being allocated to the City of Ridgecrest for Fiscal Year 2025 is totaled at One Hundred Seventy-Three Thousand Two Hundred and Eighty Dollars ($173,280).

The Department of Transportation is authorized to make available grants to states through the Federal Transit Administration to support capital and operating assistance projects for public transportation systems under Section 5311 of the FTA. The California Department of Transportation has been designated by the Governor of the State of California to administer Section 5311 grants for transportation projects to rural transit and intercity buses. These grants aid in sustaining the maintenance of our public transportation fleet as well as covering costs for day-to-day operations.

The City of Ridgecrest Transit Division has previously used these funds for operational activities and will continue to use the funds for the Fiscal Year of 2025 for the same use.

The FTA is requesting that the City Manager name a designee to provide additional information in connection with the application of the 5311 projects and that the designee also be authorized to submit and approve request for reimbursements of funds. This designee needs to be named by title only and will be the Grants Manager.

FISCAL IMPACT: None – Funding for operations
ACTION REQUESTED: Adopt a resolution of the City Council of the City of Ridgecrest authorizing:

1. The City Manager to file and execute applications on behalf of with the Department, aid in the financing of capital projects and operating assistance projects pursuant to Section 5311 of the Federal Transit Act (FTA C 9040.1F and FTA C 9050.1), as amended.

Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

STAFF REPORT

2. The City Manager to execute and file all certification of assurances, contracts or agreements or any other document required by the Department.

3. Allow the Grants Manager to provide additional information as required in connection with the application.

4. The Grants Manager to submit and approve requests for reimbursement of funds to the Department.

CITY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION: Action is Requested
Submitted by: Sergio Covarrubias, Grants Manager Action Date: June 4th, 2025 (Revised Jan2019)
RESOLUTION NO. 25-Xx
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIDGECREST AUTHORIZING: AN APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL FUNDING FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025 IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT

OF ONE HUNDRED SEVENTY-THREE THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED AND EIGHTY DOLLARS ($173,280); AND THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN, FILE AND EXECUTE THE APPLICATION, AND ALL CERTIFICATION OF ASSURANCES, CONTRACTS AND AGREEMENTS;

AUTHORIZE THE GRANTS MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION IN CONNECTION WITH THE APPLICATION FOR THE SECTION 5311 PROJECT(S), SUBMIT AND

APPROVE REQUESTS FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF FUNDS FROM THE DEPARTMENT WHEREAS, the U. S. Department of Transportation is authorized to make grants to states through the Federal Transit Administration to support capital/operating assistance projects for non-urbanized public transportation systems under Section 5311 of the Federal Transit Act (FTA C 9040.1F and FTA C 9050.1); and,
WHEREAS, the California Department of Transportation (Department) has been designated by the Governor of the State of California to administer Section 5311 grants for transportation projects for the general public for the rural transit and intercity bus; and, WHEREAS, The City of Ridgecrest desires to apply for said financial assistance to permit operation of service/purchase of capital equipment in Kern County; and, WHEREAS, The City of Ridgecrest has, to the maximum extent feasible, coordinated with other transportation providers and users in the region (including social service agencies).

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Ridgecrest does hereby authorizes:
1) The City Manager to file and execute applications on behalf of with the Department, aid in the financing of capital projects and operating assistance projects pursuant to Section 5311 of the Federal Transit Act (FTA C 9040.1F and FTA C 9050.1), as amended. 2) The City Manager to execute and file all certification of assurances, contracts or agreements or any other document required by the Department.
3) Allow the Grants Manager to provide additional information as required in connection with the application.
4) The Grants Manager to submit and approve requests for reimbursement of funds to the Department.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Ridgecrest of Kern County, State of California, at a regular meeting of said Board held on June 4
th, 2025 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
_______________________________
Travis Endicott, Mayor
ATTEST:
__________________________________
Ricca Charlon, City Clerk
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Application Certifications
Application Certification:

Agency Name:

Check all Programs you are certifying for below:

FTA Section 5311 FTA Section 5311(f) CMAQ FTA Section 5339 Fiscal Year:

I hereby certify that I am the authorized signee for the above listed applicant. I also herby certify that I have reviewed the organizational information and application forms submitted in the BlackCat system and all statements, information, and representations made are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I also hereby certify that adequate local share as described in herein will be available to execute this project(s).

Please Enter Name & Title of Authorized Signee Below:

Name:

Title:

Signature: Sign
Date:
*Electronic signatures are accepted*
City of Ridgecrest FY24-25 ✔
Ron Strand City Manager
Certifications and Assurances
of the MPO’s and RTPA’s
General Information:

Regional
Agency Name:

Contact
Person:

Contact Email: Contact
Phone:

Name of
Subrecipient:

Project
Description:

Project Amount and Fund Type:

Federal Share Local Share Toll Credits
(if any) Total Project Cost
Local Share Types:

Local Share Type (LTF, STA, etc.) Amount
Total:
*Please reach out to your Liaison if you need more entries* $ 173,280 $ 2,673,504 $ 0 $ 2,846,784
Kern Council of
Governments
Irene Enriquez [email protected] 661 635 2918 City of Ridgecrest Operating Assistance STA $ 2,673,504 $ 2,673,504
Federal Transportation Improvement Program -
Rural non-MPO agencies do not need to provide this information; it will be provided by the State. MPO agencies will need to provide the following FTIP information:

FTIP #: FTIP Approval Date: STIP Reference #:

Certifying Representative:

By signing below, I have read and acknowledge that my agency is in compliance with certifications and assurances as stated above.

Name: Title:

Signature: Sign
Date:
*Electronic signatures are accepted*
Program of Projects (POP)
FFY 2025
Due: June 10, 2025 at 2 p.m. PST
Instructions:

PART 1 – Operating Assistance
• Do not list previously approved projects (i.e. projects listed in a prior grant). • Funding split: 44.67% Local Share and 55.33% Federal Share. • Third Party Contract Requirement – all third-party contracts must contain federal clauses required under FTA Circular 4220.1F and approved by the State prior to bid release.
• Net project cost does not include ineligible cost (i.e. farebox, other revenues, etc.).

PART 2 – 5311 Capital (Vehicles and Preventive Maintenance) • PRE-AWARD AUTHORITY IS STRICTLY FORBIDDEN FOR ALL CAPITAL PURCHASES Receiving an executed Standard Agreement (DOT-213A) is NOT procurement authorization.
• All vehicles procured with Section 5311 program funds must be ADA accessible regardless of service type (fixed route or demand-response service).
• Funding split: 11.47% Local Share and 88.53% Federal Share. • Procurement Contract Requirement – all documents used for procuring capital projects must contain federal clauses required under FTA Circular 4220.1F and approved by DLA prior to bid release.

PART 3 – Congestion Mitigation & Air Quality (CMAQ):
• Request for transfer will be applied for directly through the District - Local Assistance District Engineer, and Headquarters’ Division of Local Assistance. The 5311 Program will receive a confirmation once the transfer is completed.
• Funding split: 11.47% Local Share and 88.53% Federal Share. CMAQ may be funded up to 100% at the discretion of the Regional Planning Agency/MPO.

PART 4 – 5311(f) Operating Assistance:
• Reference Part 1
Program of Projects (POP)
FFY 2025 - Due: June 10, 2025 at 2 p.m. PST
Agency Name:
5311 5311(f) CMAQ
Regional Contact Info:

Regional
Contact Name: Phone Number:

Contact Title: Date:

General Information:

County or Region: Caltrans District:

Section A: Available Funding
Apportionment for this Cycle (Federal Share):

Section B: Programming
Operating Assistance Total:

Capital Total:

Total Programmed (Operating + Capital):

CMAQ:

CMAQ Total:

Request for transfer will be applied for directly through the District - Local Assistance, District Engineer, and Headquarters’ Division of Local Assistance. The 5311 Program will receive a confirmation once the transfer is completed.

City of Ridgecrest Irene Enriquez 661 635 2918 Regional Planner Kern 6, 9 $ 173,280 ✔
05/13/2025 $ 173,280 $ 173,280 $ 0
Programming Instructions:

Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP)
All federal funds to be used for transit projects must be included in a federally approved STIP. A Transportation Planning Agency (TPA) must ensure that Section 5311 projects are included in the Department of Transportation’s (Department) Statewide Transportation Federal Improvement Program (FSTIP), which is jointly approved by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and FTA.

A copy of the federally approved STIP Page must be attached for all projects to be programmed through the Section 5311 program. The project description and associated dollar amounts must be consistent with the federally approved STIP information.
• Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs) are responsible for programming projects within their jurisdiction.
• Rural Transit & Intercity Bus staff will submit Non-MPO / Rural Transportation organizations projects directly to the Department’s Division of Financial Programming for inclusion into the FSTIP.

For further guidance see the Department’s Division of Financial Programming website.

Apportioned Funds – FY2025
PART 1: Operating Assistance
Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs) are responsible for sub-allocating projects within their jurisdiction:

Subrecipient Project
Description Federal Share Local Share
(Excluding Toll Credit)
Toll Credit
Amount
Net Project
Cost
Operating Assistance Funds Total:

Arvin $ 121,873 California City $ 81,114 Delano $ 325,499 Kern Transit $ 964,726 McFarland $ 86,609 Ridgecrest $ 173,280 $ 2,673,504 $ 0 $ 2,846,784 Shafter $ 137,843 Taft $ 43,122 Tehachapi $ 68,791 Wasco $ 167,624 $ 2,170,481 $ 2,673,504 $ 0 $ 2,846,784 PART 2: Capital (Vehicles and Preventive Maintenance)
Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs) are responsible for sub-allocating projects within their jurisdiction:

Subrecipient Project
Description Federal Share Local Share
(Excluding Toll Credit)
Toll Credit
Amount
Net Project
Cost
Capital Assistance Funds Total:
$ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
Non-Apportioned Funds – FY2025
Part 4: Section 5311(f) Operating Assistance:

Subrecipient Project
Description Federal Share Local Share
(Excluding Toll Credit)
Toll Credit
Amount
Net Project
Cost
Operating Assistance Funds Total:

PART 3: Congestion Mitigation & Air Quality (CMAQ):

Subrecipient Project
Description Federal Share Local Share
(Excluding Toll Credit)
Toll Credit
Amount
Net Project
Cost
CMAQ Funds Total:
$ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
Civil Rights:

Disadvantage Business Enterprise and Title VI
Agency Name:

Disadvantage Business Enterprise (DBE)
Question 1: Please provide the name and contact information for your agency’s Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Liaison Officer (DBELO). Please make sure the DBELO is assigned the Civil Rights Officer (Title VI, DBE) as a contact type in your organization profile under the Contacts section.

DBELO Name: Contact
Phone:

Contact Email:

Question 2: Is the DBE Implementation Agreement signed by your agency’s authorized signee? (if you are a FTA 5307 recipient you do not need an Implementation Agreement)
If YES, your agency must upload a pdf copy of the DBE Implementation Agreement in BlackCat in your Organizations tab under the Important Documents section in the Civil Rights category.

If NO, work with your Liaison to complete an DBE Implementation Agreement before submitting your application. Otherwise your agency will be considered non-compliant.

If you are an FTA Section 5307 recipient, please upload your DBE FTA Concurrence Letter to BlackCat in your Organizations tab under the Important Documents section in the 5307 Agency Only section.

City of Ridgecrest
Ron Strand (760)499-5001 [email protected]
Yes
Question 3: Has your agency submitted to Caltrans the required semiannual reporting forms (Uniform Report and ADM-3069) for periods April 1 – September 30 and October 1 – March 31, within 10 business days after the end of each reporting period?
If YES, please upload a copy of the Uniform Report and ADM-3069 to your application in the Documents Section.

If NO, your agency will be considered non-compliant. If you have any concerns, please contact Edwin Bragado at [email protected]
If you are an FTA Section 5307 recipient, you are not required to provide a copy of the Uniform Report and ADM-3069.

Question 4: What enforcement mechanisms does the subrecipient use for DBE requirements? Please explain below:

Question 5: Does the subrecipient require contractors to obtain approval from its DBELO prior to substituting a DBE firm after contract award? Question 6: Does the subrecipient monitor prime contractors to ensure that DBEs are actually performing applicable work on federally funded projects?
Yes
The City of Ridgecrest uses clauses in contracts, interviews with sub-recipients and itemized billing to ensure compliance.

Yes Yes
Question 7: Did the subrecipient receive any complaints or procurement protests alleging that it did not comply with the DBE regulations for federally funded projects? If YES, please briefly describe:

Question 8: What are the subrecipients' processes for handling protests? Please explain below:

The following Link is to FTA’s DBE program, “Section 26.37 Monitoring and Enforcement Mechanisms” this section gives examples of monitoring and enforcement mechanisms that ensure compliance.

No
Protests are submitted to the City Clerk for review by the DBELO, appropriate City staff and the legal team.

Title VI
Your agency must upload a pdf copy of your Title VI Plan and Title VI Approval Letter in BlackCat in your Organizations tab under the Important Documents section in the Civil Rights category.

If you DO NOT have an approved Title VI Plan, please contact your Liaison for more information.

Question 1: Has your agency changed fares in the last year? If you marked YES above, how did you notify the public of the fare change? (Check all that apply below):

Agency Website/
Social Media
Newspaper Radio Flyers
Public Hearings TV/Cable Other Describe Other:

If fares were changed, was an equity analysis done on the impact of fare changes on minority and low-income populations? If YES, please upload a copy of the analysis to your application in the Documents Section.

Question 2: Are Title VI complaints documented and listed? No Yes
Question 3: Are or were there any Title VI related lawsuits or complaints filed within the past year?
If YES, does the review of lawsuits or complaints denote a pattern of discrimination?
Was the following information provided to Caltrans Office of Civil Rights:
• The date the lawsuit or complaint was filed,
• the name and address of the complainant
• and a summary of the allegation.

If NO, then please contact Edwin Bragado at [email protected] to get this information submitted to Caltrans Office of Civil Rights.

Question 4: Has an FTA Civil Rights Compliance Review been performed within the past year?
If YES, please provide the following information below: The name of the agency or organization conducting the review, A summary of findings and recommendations and the status or disposition of the recommendations.

No No
Social Services Coordination Efforts
Agency Name:

Social Services Coordination Efforts
Question 1: List what human service agencies, employment/training programs, or other transportation providers your agency coordinates with? Question 2: In your agency’s coordination efforts with social service agencies, please complete each question below:

Drivers attend safety and sensitivity trainings
Sharing vehicles with other agencies
Providing information to riders and patrons on other
available services
Working with CTSA or other agencies to coordinate trips Utilize pre-paid fare media with other agencies
Coordinate with Medical, CalWorks or Employment
Programs
Other:

City of Ridgecrest
Kern Regional Center, Cerro Coso Community College, Medical Social Workers via Ridgecrest Regional Hospital, Community Action Partnership, High Desert Women's Center, College Community Services, Eastern Sierra Transit Authority, Kern Regional Transit Current Practice Would Consider Current Practice Would Consider Current Practice Would Consider Question 3: What is your agency’s specific role in the human service-public transportation coordination planning efforts?
Question 4: Will this service funded by FTA funds address gaps and or barriers identified in the regional public transportation coordination plan or maintain the existing service?
Question 5: Has your agency made any efforts to provide transit information to human service agencies, employment/training programs, or other transportation providers?
The City of Ridgecrest seeks to reinforce human service - public transportation coordination planning efforts by reaching out to human service agencies, etc. and working to feasibly resolve existing gaps in local public transit. This includes informational presentations about the system as well as coordination to help potential passengers or citizens in need learn about the use of the public transit system.

Yes Yes
Charter Bus
Agency Name:

Charter Bus
Question 1: Does your agency provide charter services?
If YES, your agency must submit a Charter Bus Service Quarterly Report to FTA and answer questions #2 through #4. If you answered NO, then you do not have to answer the rest of this form.

Question 2: Is charter service using FTA funded or maintained vehicles provided under one of the exception(s)? If no, skip this section. If yes, check all that best describes the charter service below:

Government officials on official government business
Qualified Human Service Organization (QHSOs)
Leasing FTA funded equipment and drivers
When no registered charter provider responds to notice from an agency Agreement with registered Charter providers
Petitions to the Administrator
Question 3: Did the transit agency provide notice to all registered charter providers prior to providing the requested charter service? Question 4: Was all charter service reporting timely?
NoNo
City of Ridgecrest
How to submit your Charter Bus Service Quarterly Report:

The following is a link to FTA’s Charter Bus Service Quarterly Reports. Your agency must submit a pdf copy of the Charter Bus Service Quarterly Report along with this application stored in the agency profile on the BlackCat Grant Management System.
https://www.transit.dot.gov/regulations-and-guidance/access/charter-busservice/charter-bus-service-quarterly-reports Reporting Schedule:

Quarter Report Deadline
January 1 – March 31 April 30
April 1 – June 30 July 30
July 1 – September 30 October 30
October 1- December 31 January 30
Rolling Stock Status Report
California Department of Transportation
Division of Local Assistance
FTA Grant Application
Agency Vehicle ID# Vehicle
Year
Make/Model or
Vehicle Description
VIN Date Placed in
Revenue Service
Date Taken Out
of Revenue
Service
Actual Mileage
when removed
from Revenue
Service
Total Federal
Share Spent on
Original
Vehicle
Purchase
Federal
Useful
Life (Yr)
Minimum
Useful Life
Mileage
R389 2012 El Dorado Aero Elite 1FDAF5GY4CEB55889 9/1/2012 N/A N/A $ - 10.0 100,000 R390 2012 El Dorado Aero Elite 1FDAF5GY4CEB55880 9/1/2012 N/A N/A $ - 10.0 100,000 R391 2012 El Dorado Aero Elite 1FDAF5GY4CEB11055 9/1/2012 N/A N/A $ - 10.0 100,000 R392 2012 El Dorado Aero Elite 1FDAF5GY2CEB55891 9/1/2012 N/A N/A $ - 10.0 100,000 R398 2013 El Dorado Aero Elite 1FDAF5GY3CEC71794 9/1/2013 N/A N/A $ - 10.0 100,000 R399 2013 El Dorado Aero Elite 1FDAF5GY3CEC71795 9/1/2013 4/7/2022 108,572 $ - 10.0 100,000 R423 2016 Starcraft Allstar 1FDFE4FS1GDC57999 11/14/2017 N/A N/A $ - 7.0 100,000 R424 2016 Starcraft Allstar 1FDFE4FS4GDC58001 11/14/2017 N/A N/A $ - 7.0 100,000 R457 2020 Ford Transit Van IFFBW3X82LKB40435 10/1/2021 N/A N/A $ 85,000 7.0 100,000 R499 2022 Ford Transit T350 Electric 1FDVU4X86NKA31306 7/21/2024 N/A N/A $114,135 7.0 100,000 Fleet Status Report
California Department of Transportation
Division of Local Assistance
FTA Grant Application
Fleet Status Report for FTA 5311 and 5339 Application
Active Fleet Before After Change
A Peak Requiremewnt 5 5 0
B Spares 4 4 0
A + B Total 9 9 0
B/A Spare Ratio 0.8 0.8 #DIV/0!
Information to be Provided by Agency

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DIVISION OF LOCAL ASSISTANCE
 FEDERAL TRANSIT 5310 and 5311 PROGRAMS

ANNUAL DBE THRESHOLD QUESTIONNAIRE
DUE JANUARY 31, 2025, Annually (Calendar Year January 1 through December 31) INSTRUCTIONS:

This questionnaire will assist Caltrans Division Local Assistance (DLA) in determining how subrecipients of FTA funding will comply with Disadvantage Business Enterprise (DBE) obligations. This questionnaire will be conducted annually and is required of all DLA subrecipients utilizing FTA funding. Failure of timely submission of this questionnaire may result in the cancelation of the FTA award. Return to [email protected].

Threshold Requirements: Federal Transit Administration (FTA) recipients receiving planning, capital, or operating assistance who will award prime contracts exceeding in aggregate $670,000 in FTA funds in a federal fiscal year, excluding transit vehicle purchases, must have a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program and triennial DBE goal approved by FTA (49 C.F.R.§ 26.25).

Subrecipient agency must answer all of the following questions and certify correctness. Incomplete questionnaires will be returned. Reporting periods are defined as:
• Previous total reporting period—October 2021 through September 2024 • Next annual reporting period—October 2024 through September 2025. • Next total reporting period—October 2025 through September 2027.

Name of subrecipient agency:

Type of organization:

What FTA funding sources
will likely be received by your
agency during the next total
reporting period:
5310
5311
5311(f)
CMAQ
5339 5304 5307 Other
How many DOT‐213, “Standard Agreement(s)” does your agency currently have open with DLA?
How much total FTA funding was your agency awarded by DLA through a Standard Agreement from the previous total reporting period:
$
How much in total FTA funding (all FTA funding sources) does your agency anticipate being awarded in the next total reporting period? $
Excluding transit vehicle purchases, does your agency have any FTA‐ supported projects planned in the next annual reporting period that may result in awarding third‐party contracts that cumulatively exceed $670,000.00 in total FTA funds? An Agency is considered Teir II if they award less than $670,000.00, annually.

Yes No
Does your agency currently receive FTA funding directly from FTA? If yes to directly above, has FTA concurred with your agency’s DBE goals and methodology? If concurred by FTA, attach TrAMS screenshot as verification.

I certify that the foregoing is true and correct and:

A. If subrecipient agency meets the DBE threshold at any time over the next total reporting period, subrecipient agency will notify Caltrans DLA HQ Program and Compliance Liaisons immediately.

SIGNATURE DATE
TITLE
$
How much in total FTA funding (all FTA funding sources) does your agency anticipate being awarded in the next annual reporting period? Tier I Tier II
Yes
Yes
No
No
City of Ridgecrest 761,471 208,365 1/28/25 City 4
Deputy City Manager ✔
✔
873,458

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Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

STAFF REPORT
SUBJECT: Proposed Action To Adopt A Resolution Of The Ridgecrest City Council And The Successor Redevelopment Agency Adopting The Annual Budget For Fiscal Year 2025-26, Establishing Appropriations, Estimating Revenues, And Establishing The Policies By Which The Budget May Be And Shall Be Amended
PRESENTED BY: Kelly Brewton, Finance Director
SUMMARY: City Council/Successor Redevelopment Agency has reviewed the draft Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and discussed in public hearings.

This resolution, if passed, will authorize the following:

1. That the fiscal year 2025-26 City of Ridgecrest/Successor to the Ridgecrest Redevelopment Agency budget is hereby adopted.

2. Tax Increment, TOT, and Sales Tax Sharing Agreements currently in force and duly approved by the City Council or the Successor to the Ridgecrest Redevelopment Agency are hereby amended and
appropriated for Fiscal Year 2026;

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

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

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

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

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

8. The Salary Schedules for Management, Mid-Management, Confidential, PEAR, and UFCW Local 8 groups and for part time employees with effective dates of July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026 as presented in Exhibit “F” are hereby approved;

9. All “Temporary Employment Services”, formerly “Contract Labor”, shall require City Manager written authorization prior to budget amendment or expenditure;
Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

STAFF REPORT

10. Pursuant to the provisions of California Streets and Highways Code Sections 8784 and 10427.1(e), and consistent with the intent and structure outlined in the Ridgecrest City Council resolution relating to Assessment District No. 86-1, to Assessment District No. 87-1, and to Assessment District No. 5, the City Council hereby authorizes the transfer of surplus funds from the assessment districts where all bond obligations and project costs have been fully satisfied and where more than four years have passed since the final bond payments. These surplus funds, having been determined by the City Council to no longer be required for their respective district purposes, shall be transferred to the City’s General Fund and may be used for any lawful general fund purpose, in accordance with applicable law.

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

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

13. The Director of Finance and City Treasurer is herein authorized to conduct all Fiscal Year 2024-25 year-end transfers and budget adjustments as required under governmental accounting rules;

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

The proposed budget document will be available on the city website (link below) NLT Friday 5/30/25 at 5 p.m. for your review prior to the meeting. https://ca-ridgecrest.civicplus.com/162/Budget
FISCAL IMPACT:

Implementation of the FY 2026 Budget
ACTION REQUESTED:

Approval of Resolution adopting the City of Ridgecrest Annual Budget FY 2026 CITY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:

Action as requested
Submitted by: Kelly Brewton, Finance Director Action Date: June 04, 2025 RESOLUTION NO. 25-XX

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A RESOLUTION OF THE RIDGECREST CITY COUNCIL AND THE

SUCCESSOR TO THE RIDGECREST REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
ADOPTING THE ANNUAL BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-26,

ESTABLISHING APPROPRIATIONS, ESTIMATING REVENUES,

AND ESTABLISHING THE POLICIES BY WHICH THE BUDGET MAY

BE AND SHALL BE AMENDED
WHEREAS, the City Council and the Successor to the Redevelopment Agency has received and reviewed the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 City of Ridgecrest/ Successor to the Ridgecrest Redevelopment Agency budget; and, WHEREAS, public budget review meetings were held during which the public was provided opportunities to comment on the proposed budget; and, WHEREAS, final adjustments to the budget have been made.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,

1. That the fiscal year 2025-26 City of Ridgecrest/Successor to the Ridgecrest Redevelopment Agency budget is hereby adopted.

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

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

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

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

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

9. All “Temporary Employment Services”, formerly “Contract Labor”, shall require City Manager written authorization prior to budget amendment or expenditure;
RESOLUTION NO. 25-XX Page 2 of 2

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

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

13. The Director of Finance and City Treasurer is herein authorized to conduct all Fiscal Year 2024-25 year-end transfers and budget adjustments as required under governmental accounting rules;

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

APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 4th Day of June 2025, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
________________________________
Travis Endicott, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________
Ricca Charlon, City Clerk

CITY OF RIDGECREST
ANNUAL BUDGET FY 2025-2026
Exhibit A – Budget Revision Policy
EXHIBIT ‘A’

BUDGET REVISION POLICY

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

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

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

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

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

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

CITY OF RIDGECREST
ANNUAL BUDGET FY 2025-2026
Exhibit B – Administrative Purchasing
Policy
EXHIBIT ‘B’

ADMINISTRATIVE PURCHASING POLICY
Purpose
This defines the policies and procedures for the procurement of supplies, equipment, and services for the City and supersedes other policies and procedures related to purchasing.

I. Scope
The basic purchasing policy of the City is to obtain quality supplies, services, and equipment for the City's operation at the lowest cost through the use of quotes and competitive bidding whenever possible. The policies herein enumerated are within the scope of the duly revised official City/Agency budget.

II. Purchasing Authority
There are six positions authorized to make purchases: (1) Information Technology Manager, (2) City Clerk, (3) Department Heads, (4) Finance Director, (5) Deputy City Manager, and (6) City Manager. Limits prescribed herein shall be reviewed annually by the City Council and may be changed as occasion may require by Council Resolution.
a. A Department Head may purchase supplies, equipment, or services needed for the department up to $15,000, but purchases in excess of $2,000 must be pursuant to a purchase order. In addition, a Department Head may delegate purchasing authority up to $5,000 to management or supervisory level employees.
b. The Finance Director and Deputy City Manager may purchase or approve for purchase supplies, equipment, or services for any department up to $30,000.
c. The City Manager may purchase or approve for purchase supplies, equipment, or services for any department up to $50,000 or purchases above $50,000 which have been approved within the budget. d. City Council shall award all public improvement contracts requiring formal sealed bids. The results of the bids, along with recommendations regarding results and awards, are to be submitted by the City Manager or designee to the City Council. The Council will declare the outcome of bids at public session.

III. Process
a. Purchases of less than $2,000 do not require comparative pricing.

However, comparative pricing should be used whenever practical.

Purchase orders may be issued regardless of the amount when required by the vendor or when the complexity of the contract demands a formal document for clarity.
b. A purchase order is required for purchases where the estimated cost exceeds $2,000. Cost of acquisition includes the cost of the item plus tax, shipping, or any other related expenses. Purchase order request must consist of at least three vendor quotes unless the vendor is considered a "sole source" supplier. Purchases are not to be split to circumvent these purchasing limits.
c. When seeking goods or services exceeding $2,000, a purchase order is required, and the department is required to submit a purchase order request, including specifications, at least three quotes, and other supporting data, to the Finance Department before making the purchase.

Upon approval, a purchase order will be issued.
d. In accordance with California Public Contract Code Section 22032, the following procedures shall apply to public projects:
i. Public projects of $75,000 or less may be performed by City staff (force account), by negotiated contract, or by purchase order. ii. Public projects of $220,000 or less may be awarded using informal bidding procedures.
iii. Public projects exceeding $220,000 shall be subject to formal bidding requirements, except as otherwise authorized by law or policy.

IV. Responsibilities of Departments
a. Each Department Head shall ensure employees are following purchasing procedures in the department. Further, each department shall:
i. Verify that budget funds are available for items requisitioned. ii. Consider the time required for the procurement process and plan for needs in advance so as not to create an artificial "emergency." iii. Never "split" orders for the purpose of avoiding procurement requirements. Splitting a job to prevent bidding for a work of improvement is a felony and will be referred to the District Attorney by the City Attorney for prosecution.
iv. Never obligate the City to unauthorized commitments. v. Purchase orders are to be issued BEFORE goods or services are purchased.

V. Purchasing Policies
a. Ethics
In performing their duties under this policy, City Council members and employees shall observe conflicts of interest and procurement statutes.

City Council members and employees shall consult with the City Attorney concerning the City's interpretation of such laws. Violation of state laws pertaining to conflicts of interest or procurement will result in discipline up to termination. City Council members and employees shall follow the highest ethical standards in procurement. Employees may make purchases from relatives, other than spouses, with written authorization from the City Manager.
b. Vendor Requirements
Vendors doing business within the City of Ridgecrest must obtain a Ridgecrest City business license. All vendors must complete the vendor registration form (Attachment A) and an IRS form W-9, to be entered into the City of Ridgecrest Accounts Payable system for payment. c. Request of a Purchase Order
When a purchase order is required, a purchase order request must be entered into the City's Purchasing system. The request must contain sufficient information to ensure the acquisition of the correct item(s), vendor quote information, and comments indicating the purpose of the requisition. The City's purchasing system manages account budgets on a line-item basis. If the purchase order request being entered will put an account over budget, a Budget Adjustment request (Attachment B) must be completed before issuing the purchase order. Those budgets that are managed at the project level require that project line items be within budget as well. The Finance Director may allow a budget override as long as such action would not put the fund over-budget when reasonably projected to the end of the fiscal year. Purchase orders will not be made utilizing accounts that are unrelated to the type of item or service being purchased.
d. Purchase Order
The purpose of a purchase order is to manage the budget, not to pay invoices. The purchase order number is generated by the Finance Department upon final approval and acceptance of the purchase order request. Upon completion of the purchase order, the Finance Department will distribute copies to the ordering department. The ordering department is responsible for forwarding the purchase order to the vendor/contractor. e. Amendment to Purchase Order
It is sometimes necessary to change a purchase order after it has been issued. The three most common changes are monetary, time extension, and scope of work. Only the City Manager or Finance Director may approve a formal change to an existing purchase order. The requesting department must complete a purchase order change request noting that it is for the purpose of a Contract Change Order. The purchase order change request must include a detailed description of the change/amendment. Upon approval by the Finance Director and/or City Manager, the requesting department will receive an amended purchase order reflecting the change(s). The requesting department is responsible for forwarding the change order to the vendor.
f. Open Purchase Order
Open purchase orders are entered into vendors that are expected to supply products or services to the City on an ongoing and/or regular basis throughout the year. Open purchase orders are closed at the conclusion of each fiscal year. A department must make a request to the Finance Department at the beginning of each fiscal year for an open purchase order to be issued for the new fiscal year.
g. Request for Proposal (RFP)/Request for Qualifications (RFQ) In detail, the RFP/RFQ defines the terms, conditions, and specifications of goods or services required by the City. An RFP is primarily intended for large, complex projects where cost and performance are equally important. An RFQ is intended mainly for professional services. However, the RFP/RFQ may also be utilized for smaller projects. The RFP/RFQ will be used whenever the acquisition of goods or services is multi-faceted and carries a high possibility of liability for the City.

Two-step RFP/RFQ: in this case, pricing is not included in the RFP/RFQ but is submitted in a separate sealed envelope. Only after selection is made on the basis of the proposal is the favored bidder's pricing information opened. The other proposal's pricing envelopes are returned to the respective bidders unopened. Once a bid has been accepted, and a contract is signed, the money budgeted to fund the purchase is to be encumbered via a purchase order request.
h. Notice Inviting Sealed Proposals
The Notice Inviting Sealed Proposals (NISP) is prepared by the initiating division and is formal notification, through posting and advertisement by the City Clerk that the City is soliciting goods or services. This gives widespread exposure to the City's needs, expands the vendor base, and fulfills the legal responsibility of providing fair access to supplying the City's needs. The NISP must contain sufficient information to define the work and other details to the reader and the date and time at which the bids will be publicly opened and read. If expanded documentation is available, the NISP must indicate the cost, if any, plus the procedures for acquiring such documents (see II, c, City Manager Authorization).

Specifications and other relative data shall be sent to the City Manager, or his authorized representative, for approval before issuing a NISP. Upon approval by the City, the Notice will be prepared by the initiating department and forwarded to the City Clerk for publication. The City Clerk must receive the Notice at least six weeks before the date and time set for opening of bids.

Formal bid opening dates will be at a time, date, and location specified in the Notice. The City Clerk, or a designee, will publicly open and declare the content of bids received at the time and place specified in the Notice.

Bids received after the appointed hour for opening will be returned unopened to the sender. The City Manager or City Council may reject all bids. In addition, the City may consider responsiveness to specifications, ability to render post-purchase service, and the life cycle cost of the equipment. Bid results will be made available to interested parties following the bid reading.

For public improvement projects in excess of $50,000, the City Manager shall report the formal bidding results to the City Council along with recommendations regarding results and award. The Council will declare the outcome of bids at public session. If at least two bids are not received, the bid opening may be suspended pending City Council action. If the determination is made to open the sole original bid, or if no other bids are received during the bid extension, the Council may: 1) Re-advertise; 2) Order the work done by City employees; 3) Award the contract to the sole bidder based on a cost analysis evidencing the relationship of the one bid to expected market price, and 4) Negotiate a contract to the best advantage of the City.
i. Credit Card Purchase
For certain purchases, the use of a credit card is expedient and sometimes even necessary (e.g., car rental). Procedures for using City credit cards are described in the City's Credit Card Policy & Procedures guide.
j. Receiving of Goods/ Equipment
i. Inspection and Testing
All goods procured by the City shall be subject to inspection and/or testing upon receipt or completion by the department receiving the product to assure conformance with the specifications set forth in the order. If a product is determined to be unusable, it shall be rejected and returned to the vendor as the vendor directs and for credit or replacement at their expense. Items found not to specifications but of limited usability may be conditionally accepted but only after renegotiation of the original contract.
ii. The Finance Director or their designee shall have the authority to require chemical and physical tests or any other necessary tests to ensure full compliance with the specifications.
iii. Acceptance
When goods have been received or a project has been completed to the satisfaction of the ordering department, and the specifications, the packing slip and/or other completion documentation shall be signed-off by the receiver/inspector.

Information to be noted on the documents must include, as a minimum, the acceptor's signature and a legible rendering of their name and the date of receipt/completion. In addition, any deviation from the exact ordering specifications must be noted on the receiving/acceptance documents.

VI. Exceptions
a. In case of emergency, the City Manager may authorize the Finance Director or designee to secure in the open market, at the lowest obtainable price, supplies, materials, equipment, or contractual services required, regardless of the amount of the expenditure. A breakdown in machinery or equipment resulting in the interruption of an essential service or a distinct threat to public health, safety, or welfare ("emergency") requires the immediate purchase of supplies, materials, equipment, or services. During an emergency, the affected department may purchase supplies, materials, equipment, or services after the department head has concluded that the purchase is essential to prevent delays that may adversely affect citizens' lives, health, or safety. As soon as possible, the department head shall provide a completed purchase order request to the Finance Director or designee and a full written explanation of the circumstances.
i. Nothing contained herein shall limit the authority of the director of emergency services or the City Manager to make purchases and take such other emergency steps as are, or maybe, authorized by the City Council in the case of a disaster or for civil defense. b. Occasionally, required supplies, material, equipment, or services are of a proprietary nature, or are otherwise of such specific design or construction, or are specifically desired for purposes of maintaining costeffective system consistency, as to be available from only one source.

After reasonable efforts to find alternative suppliers, the Finance Director or designee may dispense with the requirement of a minimum of three bids and recommend making the purchase from the sole source. c. The Finance Director or designee may join with other public jurisdictions in cooperative purchasing agreements. The Finance Director or designee may also buy directly from a vendor at a price established by competitive bidding by another public jurisdiction in substantial compliance with this policy, even if the City has not joined with that public agency in a formal agreement. The Finance Director or designee may also purchase from the United States of America or any state, municipality, or other public corporation or agency without following formal purchasing procedures as defined in this document.
d. Local preference is the practice of procurement from vendors who are City taxpayers because it stimulates the City's economy. Purchase orders are issued based on quality, previous performance, ability to meet the contract requirements, availability of service and parts, delivery schedule, and payment terms/discounts. When these factors are equal except price, a preference will be given to local vendors at the discretion of the City Council or employee.

VII. Record Keeping
The original bid shall be filed with the Clerk, and the original documents will be filed with the Finance Department. When the purchase is final, all original documents shall be filed with the City Clerk. The Finance Department shall maintain purchasing records.

During the course of a Contract, the department will maintain records of contract administration. At the conclusion of the Contract, the original bids, specifications, and other pertinent data will be forwarded, with the request for final payment, to the Finance Department.

VIII. Payment Procedures
a. Request for Payment
Payments are generated as a result of either a Payment Request form (Attachment C) or an Invoice. The ordering/administering department is responsible for initiating payment requests for goods received and services rendered.

Upon completing the Payment Request Form, the requesting department shall forward the completed form and proper supporting documentation to Accounts Payable. If the request is for a partial payment on a purchase order, a copy of the Purchase Order is to accompany the request; if it is for final payment on a purchase order, a notation is to be made that the purchase order is to be closed following processing of the requested payment.

All invoices are to be sent directly to the Finance Department by the vendor. Invoices will then be submitted to the responsible department for coding and approval. It is the responsibility of the ordering department to verify that funds are available in the account number they code on the invoice. The invoice is then to be returned to the Finance Department within the time frame specified by the Finance Director. For purchases in excess of $2,000 that require a purchase order, a copy of the Purchase Order is to accompany the invoice.
b. Urgent/Emergency Payment (Pre-lssue Payment)
Pursuant to City of Ridgecrest Resolution 00-91 Exhibit "A" § 4, the issuance of pre-issue payment is discouraged and should be done only in emergencies or when expediting payment is required or highly desired by the circumstance as determined by the City Manager. When requesting urgent/emergency payment, the requesting division must complete a PreIssue Payment Request Form (Attachment D) and attach all relevant supporting documentation. The request form must be signed by the Department Head of the requesting department, the Finance Director, and the City Manager.

IX. Surplus Supplies and Equipment
All using departments shall submit to the City Manager at such time and in such form as they shall prescribe, reports showing all supplies and equipment that are no longer used or have become obsolete or worn out.

The City Manager shall have the authority to sell all supplies and equipment that any department cannot use or that have become unsuitable for City use or exchange the same for, or trade-in the same on, new supplies and equipment.

The sale of such supplies & equipment shall be made to the highest responsible quotation/bid.

X. Definitions and Special Requirements
Bid Security
On council award procedures, except materials and supplies contracts, each bidder shall be required to submit, with the bid, either by cash, cashier's check, certified check, or Surety Bond, an amount not to exceed 10% of the aggregate amount of the bid. This requirement may be waived by the City Manager, on a case-by-case basis, before the initiation of the bid.

Capital (Fixed) Assets Threshold
Capital assets are significant assets with a minimum total acquisition cost of $5,000 and a useful life of at least three years. Typical examples are land, improvements to land, easements, buildings, building improvements, vehicles, machinery, equipment, works of art, historical treasures, infrastructure, and various intangible assets. Computer systems, including capital software, are classified as fixed assets. Furniture and other related durable goods are classified as fixed assets. Typically, any product, good, project, or piece of equipment that requires formal bidding are fixed assets. Assets meeting this definition are to be coded to an account number in the 5300 account code series when acquired.

Continuing Performance
A continuing activity or service that extends over time, not involving solely the delivery of goods or materials.

Formal Bid
Written offer, more formal than a quote, to furnish supplies, equipment, vehicles, services in conformity with the specifications, delivery terms, and conditions required at a guaranteed maximum cost.

Lowest Responsible Bidder
The lowest responsible bidder is a bidder who, in addition to the lowest price, is financially responsible and possesses the resources, judgment skills, ability, capacity, and integrity necessary to perform the contract according to its terms.

Materials
Basic ingredients in a relatively raw, unrefined, or unmanufactured state that may be worked into a more finished form (e.g., sand, wood, asphalt).

Performance Guarantee
All contractors in "continuing performance" service on contracts over $50,000, and all public improvement project contracts over $50,000, are required to submit a performance bond, letter of credit, or cash deposit equivalent to 100% of the contract within 10 working days following award of the Contract, unless specifically exempted or modified by the City Manager or City Attorney.

Professional Services
Professional or specialized services such as, but not limited to, those rendered by architects, attorneys, engineers, technicians, etc.

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

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

Public Improvement Project
Specific, planned undertaking for the creation, improvement and/or repair of buildings and works, including parks and related facilities; the construction and installation of streets, parks, recreation facilities, municipal buildings, and sewers; for the general benefit of the citizenry (e.g., street lights, drains, etc.).

Quote
A verbal or written promise from the vendor/contractor guaranteeing the cost of specific goods, supplies, or services.

Sole Source Purchase
Only one supplier (source), to the best of the requester’s knowledge and belief, based upon thorough research, is capable of delivering the required product or service. Similar types of goods and services may exist, but only one supplier, for reasons of expertise, and/or standardization, quality, compatibility with existing software or equipment, specifications, or availability, is the only source that is acceptable to meet a specific need.

Supplies
Goods in a manufactured state kept in the ordinary course of business for regular use or consumption (e.g., pencils, light bulbs, street signs).

Worker's Compensation Insurance
All contractors engaged in service on behalf of the City are required to maintain Worker's Compensation insurance in accordance with the provisions of the State of California contractor's licensing laws.

CITY OF RIDGECREST
ANNUAL BUDGET FY 2025-2026
Exhibit C – Appropriations Limit FY2026
Exhibit “C”
Appropriations Limit
Fiscal Year 2026

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

In 1980, the State Legislative added Section 9710 to the Government Code that required the governing body of each local agency to establish, by resolution, an appropriations limit for the following year. The appropriations limit for any fiscal year was equal to the previous year’s limit, adjusted for population changes and the change in the U.S. Consumer Price Index (or California per Capita Personal Income, if smaller).

The necessary statistical information is provided each year by the California State Department of Finance.

In June 1990, the voters modified the original Article XIII-B (Proposition 4/Gann Limit) with the passage of Proposition 111 and its implementing legislation (California Senate Bill 88). Beginning with the 1990-91 appropriations limit, a City may choose annual adjustment factors. The adjustment factors include the growth in the California Per Capita Income or the growth in the non-residential assessed valuation due to construction within the City, and the population growth within the County or the City.

Under Proposition 4, if a city ends the fiscal year having more proceeds of taxes than the Limit allows, it must return the excess to the taxpayers within two years (either by reducing taxes levied or fees charged).

CALCULATION OF LIMITATION
RIDGECREST’S APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT
The following table provides an analysis of the City of Ridgecrest’s appropriations limit.

As seen in the below table, the City’s appropriations have remained well below the Appropriations Limit.

FY FY FY FY FY FY
2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026
PRIOR YEAR APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT 25,718,298 27,016,396 28,764,387 31,001,064 32,134,680 33,547,690 POPULATION FACTOR - RIDGECREST 1.0127 1.0070 1.0021 0.9925 1.0075 1.0025 ECONOMIC FACTOR 1.0373 1.0573 1.0755 1.0444 1.0362 1.0644 TOTAL ADJUSTMENT RATIO 1.0505 1.0647 1.0778 1.0366 1.0440 1.0671 NEW YEAR APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT 27,016,396 28,764,387 31,001,064 32,134,680 33,547,690 35,797,431 Fiscal
Year
Appropriation
Limit
General Fund
Appropriations
2013 $ 18,405,495 $ 10,160,460
2014 $ 19,556,487 $ 11,929,014
2015 $ 19,667,895 $ 10,355,298
2016 $ 20,378,371 $ 10,197,620
2017 $ 22,374,542 $ 10,030,150
2018 $ 23,272,083 $ 11,764,300
2019 $ 24,456,632 $ 12,539,621
2020 $ 25,718,298 $ 13,081,500
2021 $ 27,016,396 $ 13,657,199
2022 $ 28,433,039 $ 15,121,038
2023 $ 31,001,064 $ 17,287,084
2024 $ 32,134,680 $ 23,942,239
2025 $ 33,547,690 $ 24,905,549
2026 $ 35,797,431 $ 24,368,108

CITY OF RIDGECREST
ANNUAL BUDGET FY 2025-2026
Exhibit D – Staffing Summary

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CITY OF RIDGECREST Date Adopted:

TRANSIT OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR

DEFINITION
Under general direction, performs a wide variety of professional, administrative, and analytical transportation/transit-related work, including contract management and participation in program planning and evaluation; represents the City on various committees and boards; and performs other related duties as assigned. Provides administrative support to the Public Works Director.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
The Transit Operations Supervisor is a non-management supervisory classification in the Department of Public Works. The position is expected to independently perform a wide variety of transportation/transit-related duties, including but not limited to transportation and transit planning, management of the transit system, and analysis of transit operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices. Essential duties include, but are not limited to the following:

Assists in the planning, management, and administration of the City’s transit services, including contract management and coordination and supervision of assigned staff; demonstrates an understanding of applicable policies, procedures, and work methods associated with assigned duties.

Analyzes and reviews administrative, staff, and operational transit-related systems; compiles and interprets statistical data; conducts studies and surveys and provides research on a variety of local and regional transit issues; gathers and interprets data; writes a variety of administrative and technical reports.

Assists in managing contract transit operations and maintenance providers; represents the City with regional and local agencies relating to transit activities.

Assists in the development of marketing and promotional materials; gives presentations relating to transit use opportunities to service organizations, local employers, and other interested or key transit target groups.

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Assists in the preparation of short-range and long-range transit planning; assists in the development of operational routes and schedules.

Prepares and monitors Transit Performance Indicators through development of various spreadsheets and programs to analyze program performance such as ridership and service quality.

Assists the Human Resource Department with the substance abuse prevention program and the Drug and Alcohol Program; maintains Department of Transportation files and aids in the reporting for Random Pull Program; monitors Substance Abuse Prevention Policy and aids with updates as needed; ensures compliance with program requirements as outlined in 49 CFR Part 655 and 49 CFR Part 40 within the department.

Assists in the preparation of the annual budget for the Transit Division; monitors and evaluates spending.

Oversees and aids with the management, procurement, and application of grants as deemed suitable for the transit division by the Transit Administrator/Dispatcher.

Assists in the planning, maintenance, and management of transit-related facilities.

Selects, trains, and evaluates personnel; supervises training and safety practices.

Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state and local agencies and associations, city management and staff, and the public.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES
Education and/or Experience
The following generally describes the knowledge and abilities required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Education: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited two-year college with Associate Degree in public, business administration or a closely related field. A Certificate in Transit Management is highly desirable and may substitute for one year of the required education; or 5 years of applicable Transit administration experience as deemed suitable by the Public Works Director.

Experience: Minimum of two years of professional transportation/transit experience.

Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the required education on a year-foryear basis.

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Special Requirement: Must possess and maintain a valid California Commercial Driver’s License Class B with passenger endorsement; or as required to drive all motor vehicles within the Transit Fleet (must be enrolled in the Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol program) and be able to obtain a printout of an excellent driving record from the DMV. Must possess a current and appropriate DOT certification at all times. Ability to obtain a General Public Para Transit Vehicle (GPPV) and Verification of Transit Training (VTT) Certification required. Possession of, or ability to obtain prior to completion of the probationary period may be required, a Mass Transit Training Certificate issued by the Transportation Safety Institute or California Department of Education.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of: Principles, practices, and techniques of working with municipal or regional transit operations; grant writing and administration; fixed route and Para-transit programs; budget development and administration; methods and techniques for vendor and contract service negotiations and administration; research and analysis techniques; methods and techniques of supervision, training and motivation; basic principles of mathematics; applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, and regulations; methods and techniques of scheduling work assignments; standard office procedures, practices, and equipment, including a computer and applicable software; methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing; proper English, spelling, and grammar; occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

Ability to: Assist in the planning, managing, and coordination of the City’s transit services, including overseeing the financial aspects of the division; identify and prepare applications for a variety of transit funding program grants; serve as a liaison, when assigned, to other agencies providing transit services; provide day-to-day oversight and administration of the Division’s budget; plan, organize, train, evaluate, and direct work of assigned staff; perform mathematical calculations quickly and accurately; interpret, explain, and apply applicable laws, codes, and regulations; read, interpret, and record data accurately; organize, prioritize, and follow-up on work assignments; work independently and as part of a team; make sound decisions within established guidelines; analyze a complex issue and develop and implement an appropriate response; follow written and oral directions; observe safety principles and work in a safe manner; operate an office computer and variety of word processing, spreadsheet, and software applications; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships.

PHYSICAL PROFILE: Category I; 4, 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20.

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CITY OF RIDGECREST Date Adopted:

TRANSIT ADMINISTRATOR/ DISPATCHER

DEFINITION
Under general direction, performs a wide variety of professional, administrative, fiscal, and analytical transportation/transit-related work, including contract management, financial analysis, grant administration, and budget development. Assists in the overall administration of the transit system and may perform or support the duties of Transit Operations Supervisor and Transit Driver as needed. Ensures safe and efficient transit operations, including dispatching, schedule coordination, and driver oversight. Performs other related duties as assigned. This position may require working a variety of hours and days, including split shifts.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
The Transit Administrator/Dispatcher is an advanced-level, non-management classification in the Department of Public Works. This position is responsible for independently performing a wide variety of professional, administrative, fiscal, and operational duties related to the planning, coordination, and management of the City’s transit system. Responsibilities include transit system analysis, schedule coordination, dispatching, contract management, budget development, financial analysis, and the preparation and administration of Federal and State transit grants.

This classification also includes oversight of daily transit operations, providing support in driver supervision and training, and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.

Employees in this class may perform or assist with the duties of Transit Operations Supervisor and Transit Driver when necessary.

This is the advanced level in the Bus Driver series and is distinguished by the performance of a broader and more complex scope of duties, including administrative and oversight functions.

Incumbents work with a high degree of independence and are fully familiar with the operational procedures, policies, and regulatory requirements of the transit division. Occasional supervision or guidance is received only in response to new or unique situations.

This position reports directly to the Transit Operations Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)
The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties to address business

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needs and changing business practices. Essential duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

Exercise and assist with technical and functional supervision over Road Safety and Driver Trainer and Bus Drivers.

Assists in the planning, management, and administration of the City’s transit services with a focus on fiscal oversight and grant-related activities.

Identifies and evaluates grant opportunities; prepares and submits grant applications to support and enhance transit programs; ensures compliance with all grant requirements and reporting obligations.

Administers and monitors transit-related grant expenditures; maintains accurate records and ensures proper use of allocated funds in accordance with federal, state, and local guidelines.

Assists in the development and administration of the transit division budget; monitors expenditures, tracks revenues, and evaluates financial performance.

Compiles, analyzes, and interprets financial and statistical data related to transit operations; prepares reports for use in budgeting, planning, and decision-making.

Supports contract management activities, including fiscal tracking of contract services and vendor compliance with financial terms.

Prepares and monitors Transit Performance Indicators, including metrics such as passenger revenues, operating costs, and service subsidies.

Coordinates with internal departments and external agencies on fiscal and grant-related transit matters; represents the transit division in meetings and discussions involving funding and financial planning.

Prepares and assists with all transit related reporting; inclusive of Tri-annual audits, State controller reports, National Transit Database yearly reporting, etc.

Dispatcher:
 Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment  Principles and practices of transit system operation
 Ensures operating policies and procedures are followed  Maintain records and statistics and enter data in a computer  Schedules and assigns daily bus routes and drivers in an efficient and effective routing system
 Monitors bus assignments, driver assignments, and updates bus drivers on daily vehicle status
 On a continuous basis, know and understand bus driving activities and observe safety rules. Intermittently analyze driving conditions; identify safety hazards

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 Maintains operation of communications equipment
 Collects and complies daily ridership data for daily deposits  Maintains written records of transit requests on computer  Resolves scheduling conflicts, “no shows”, and cancellations  Coordinates transit route adherence and customer deviation pickups  Answers routine questions pertaining to the Transit System and City Services  Assists in the development of specification and purchasing process for new equipment
 Compiles operation reports for Transit Operations Supervisor  When assigned, order and pick-up supplies
Road Safety and Training:
 Assist in scheduling and assigning daily bus routes and drivers in an efficient and effective routing system
 Monitors bus assignments, driver assignments, and updates bus drivers on daily vehicle status
 Assists in resolving scheduling conflicts, “no shows”, and cancellations  Oversees and provides input to route changes/emergency needs due to inclement weather or other situations that demand attention  Ensures operating policies and procedures are followed  Coordinates maintenance and repair of vehicles
 Monitors status of work orders
 Assist with and/or Plan and conduct classroom and behind-the-wheel training for new drivers; plan and conduct refresher and safety training for experienced drivers; document training provided in driver files
 Acquire and maintain training and safety materials
 Maintain records and statistics and enter data in a computer  Count fare-box receipts; prepare and make bank deposits  When assigned, assist in maintenance of bus shelters, stops and the transit system office
 Inspects vehicles for damage and compliance with safety standards; transports vehicles for servicing
 Ensures vehicles are equipped properly for special needs of clients  Observes driving skills and work habits of drivers in the field  Responds to problems in the field such as equipment failures and vehicle accidents
 Updates mileage, usage, transportation, vehicle and other related reports  Updates the vehicle preventative maintenance schedule  Assists in the development of specification and purchasing process for new equipment
 Performs physical (i.e. Safety equipment, signage, first aid kits) inventories 
Driver:
 Performs pre and post trip inspections of assigned transit bus  Operates a variety of vehicles in a manner ensuring passenger and vehicle safety

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 Cleans transit equipment and vehicles
 Assists customers on and off of the transit vehicles
 Collects fares and checks passenger passes or transfers  Drive bus in the transportation of passengers on a deviated fixed-route or request basis; maintain on-time service and safe operation; clean bus and perform routine bus maintenance as required.

Education: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited two-year college with Associate Degree in public, business administration or a closely related field. A Certificate in Transit Management is highly desirable and may substitute for one year of the required education; or 3 years of applicable Transit administration experience as deemed suitable by the Public Works Director.

Experience: Two years of professional transportation/transit experience. Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Special Requirement: Must possess and maintain a valid California Commercial Driver’s License Class B with passenger endorsement; or as required to drive all motor vehicles within the Transit Fleet (must be enrolled in the Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol program) and be able to obtain a printout of an excellent driving record from the DMV. Must possess a current and appropriate DOT certification at all times. Ability to obtain a General Public Para Transit Vehicle (GPPV) and Verification of Transit Training (VTT) Certification required. Possession of, or ability to obtain prior to completion of the probationary period may be required, a Mass Transit Training Certificate issued by the Transportation Safety Institute or California Department of Education.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Dispatcher Knowledge, Abilities and other Characteristics:
 Understanding of Federal and State Traffic laws and regulations  Understanding of ADA regulations
 Principles of customer service
 Understanding of using radio communication equipment
 Understanding of using phone systems
 Understanding of basic computer systems including word and spreadsheet programs

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 Ability to be friendly and courteous on phone to all customers  Ability to input data in a correct manner
 Ability to interpret and explain City Transit policies and procedures  Act quickly and calmly in emergency situations
Road Safety and Training:
 Understanding of Federal and State Traffic laws and regulations  Understanding of ADA regulations
 Principles and methods of training
 Safety and emergency procedures
 Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing  Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions  Ability to maintain a cooperative working relationship with the public and fellow employees
 Knowledge of first aid and emergency procedures
 Ability to maintain logs, daily schedules and various records  Act quickly and calmly in emergency situations
Driver Knowledge, Abilities and other Characteristics:
 Knowledge of operation of vans and vehicles
 Understanding of and the ability to perform CDL inspections  Knowledge of local community and street system
 Ability to be friendly, courteous and assist all passengers including passengers with special needs
 Ability to learn operations, services and activities of a customer service program  Act quickly and calmly in emergency situations
PHYSICAL PROFILE: Category I; 4, 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20.

DEPARTMENT POSITION TITLE FY 2026 FY 2025 FY 2024 FY 2023 FY 2022 FY 2021 City Council
City Council Members 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00

5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00
Administration/Human Resources
City Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Deputy City Manager/Public Works Director 1.00 1.00 1.00 - - - Deputy City Manager - - - - 1.00 -
City Clerk 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Administrative Assistant Human Resources - - - - - -
Human Resources Administrator 2.00 2.00 2.00 1.00 1.00 1.00

5.00 5.00 5.00 3.00 4.00 3.00
Community Development
Economic Development Manager 1.00 1.00 - - - -
Planner - 1.00 1.00 - -
P/T Administrative Analyst I 1.00 0.50 - - - -
Administrative Analyst I 1.00 - - 2.00 1.00 3.00
Administrative Analyst II 1.00 2.00 2.00 - 1.00 -
Administrative Analyst III 1.00 1.00 1.00 - - -
Comm Development Technician 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 1.00 1.00

7.00 6.50 6.00 5.00 3.00 4.00
Finance
Director of Finance 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Assistant Finance Director - 1.00 1.00 1.00 - -
Accounting Supervisor 1.00 - - - 1.00 1.00
Jr. Accountant 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 -
Accounts Receivalbe Specialist 1.00 - - - - -
Account Clerk - 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Accounts Payable Technician 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Payroll Technician I 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00

6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 5.00
Information Technology
Information Technology Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Information Systems Specialist 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 1.00 1.00 Information Systems Technician - - - - 1.00 -

3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 2.00
FY 2025 - 2026 STAFFING SUMMARY

CITY OF RIDGECREST
DEPARTMENT POSITION TITLE FY 2026 FY 2025 FY 2024 FY 2023 FY 2022 FY 2021 FY 2025 - 2026 STAFFING SUMMARY

CITY OF RIDGECREST
Parks & Recreation
Director of Parks & Recreation 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 - 1.00 Recreation Supervisor - - - - 1.00 -
Administrative Analyst II - P&R 1.00 1.00 1.00 - - -
Administrative Analyst I - P&R - - - 1.00 1.00 1.00
Parks Maintenance Supervisor 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Cultural Affairs Coordinator II 2.00 2.00 - 1.00 1.00 2.00 Maintenance Worker I 4.00 5.00 3.00 4.00 3.00 3.00
Maintenance Worker I - Seasonal (3@900H) - 1.50 1.50 1.00 2.00 1.00 Maintenance Worker II 5.00 3.00 3.00 2.00 3.00 2.00
Maintenance Worker III 1.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
Recreation Assistant - - 2.00 1.00 - -
P/T Recreation Leaders (7@988H) 3.50 2.85 2.85 2.38 2.40 2.40 P/T Recreation Leaders - Day Camp (7@440H) 1.40 1.48 1.48 1.06 2.19 2.19 P/T Recreation Leaders - Preschool (3@760H) - - 1.10 1.83 2.19 1.73

19.90 20.83 19.93 19.27 20.78 19.33
Planning Commission
Planning Commissioners 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00

5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00
Police
Chief of Police 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Captain 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 1.00
Sergeant 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 7.00
Police Officer 24.00 23.00 23.00 19.00 23.00 23.00
Police Officer - Authorized but Unfunded - - - - - -
Community Service Officer 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 Dispatcher 6.00 6.00 6.00 5.00 5.00 5.00
P/T Dispatcher 0.50 0.50 - - - -
Administrative Analyst II - PD 1.00 1.00 1.00 - - -
Administrative Analyst I - PD - - - 1.00 1.00 1.00
Animal Shelter Supervisor 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Kennel Attendant 2.00 2.00 2.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Animal Control Officer 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
Property/Evidence LDO/Vehicle Maintenance Clerk 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Police Clerk II 4.00 4.00 4.00 3.00 3.00 3.00
Police Clerk Supervisor 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Code Enforcement Officer 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
P/T PACT Coordinator 0.50 0.75 0.75 0.75 0.75 0.75
P/T Background Investigator 0.50 0.50 - - - -

55.50 54.75 53.75 46.75 50.75 50.75
Public Works - Administration & Engineering
Director of Public Works 1.00 - - 1.00 1.00 1.00
Administrative Analyst II 1.00 1.00 1.00 - - -
Administrative Analyst I - PW - - - 1.00 1.00 1.00
Administrative Secretary - - - - 1.00 -
Assistant Public Works Director/City Engineer - - - - 1.00 1.00 Senior Engineer 1.00 - 1.00 - - -
Engineer II 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 - 1.00
Engineer I 1.00 1.00 1.00 2.00 2.00 1.00

5.00 3.00 4.00 5.00 6.00 5.00
Solid Waste
Code Enforcement Officer 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 - -

2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 - -
DEPARTMENT POSITION TITLE FY 2026 FY 2025 FY 2024 FY 2023 FY 2022 FY 2021 FY 2025 - 2026 STAFFING SUMMARY

CITY OF RIDGECREST
Streets
Public Works Supervisor 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Fleet Mechanic I 1.00 - - - - -
Fleet Mechanic II - 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Fleet Mechanic III 1.00 1.00 1.00 - - -
Maintenance Worker I 6.00 5.00 6.00 6.00 4.00 2.00
Maintenance Worker II 1.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
Maintenance Worker III 5.00 5.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00

15.00 15.00 14.00 13.00 11.00 9.00
Transit
Transit Services Coordinator - 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00

1.00 - - - - -

1.00 - - - - -
Transit Dispatcher - 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Transit Road Safety/Driver Train - 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Transit Driver 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00
Transit Driver - P/T (2496 hours total for all 3) - - - - 1.20 1.20

7.00 8.00 8.00 8.00 9.20 9.20
Wastewater
Chief Plant Operator 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Wastewater Foreman 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 - -
Wastewater Operator I 1.00 3.00 2.00 2.00 1.00 2.00
Wastewater Operator II 2.00 3.00 3.00 2.00 1.00 1.00
Wastewater Operator III - 1.00 - - - 1.00
Wastewater Operator Trainee 3.00 - 1.00 2.00 4.00 2.00
Wastewater Pretreatment Inspector 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 2.00 2.00

9.00 10.00 9.00 9.00 9.00 9.00
TOTAL BUDGETED POSITIONS 144.40 144.08 140.68 130.02 132.73 126.28 Note: 1 FTE = 2080 hours

CITY OF RIDGECREST
ANNUAL BUDGET FY 2025-2026
Exhibit E – Schedule of Fees
Fee
Category
Description
of Fee
FY 2026
Fee
FY 2025
Fee
Plans & Specifications Public Works Projects Varies Varies Copies Copies of Various Items Varies Varies
Council Chamber Room Rent w/o IT services $51/hour $51/hour Appeal $ 725.00
Council Chamber IT
Services Council Chamber IT Services For First 2 Hours $ 150.00 $ 150.00 Council Chamber IT Services For Each Hour over 2 Hours $60/hour $60/hour City Council City Council Nomination Papers (Ordinance 94-07 § 2) $ 25.00 $ 25.00 Records Requests Hard Copy - 1st page (B&W) $ 2.00 $ 2.00 Hard Copy - Additional pages (B&W) - up to 6 pages $ 0.20 $ 0.20 After 6 page per ounce charge $ 0.80 $ 0.80
Hard Copy - 1st page (Color) $ 2.00 $ 2.00
Hard Copy - Additional pages (Color) - up to 6 pages $ 0.45 $ 0.45 After 6 pages per ounce charge $ 1.60 $ 1.60
Faxed Documents - 1st page $ 1.50 $ 1.50
Faxed Documents - Additional pages $ 0.15 $ 0.15
Electronic - per page* $ 0.10 $ 0.10
Scanned/Emailed Documents** $1.35/minute $1.35/minute
Mailed Documents
Copy Fees +
Actual Mail
Cost
Copy Fees +
Actual Mail
Cost
Electronic Media (USB, etc.) $10.00/device $10.00/device **Electronic where information must first be extracted from source - In addition to the printing charges described above, the City may charge for time spent extracting information from an existing source at a rate of $1.35 per minute. ***All credit card payments will be charged a 2.95% or a $3.00 minimum service fee.

City of Ridgecrest
Schedule of Fees
Fiscal Year 2025-2026
DEPARTMENT: ADMINISTRATION
Note: 2 minute minimum charge of $2.70 applies to all requests *Electronic where printing is needed in order to scan - same charge as B&W and color copies that are printed PLUS $.10 per page for scanning.

Fee
Category
Description
of Fee
FY 2026
Fee
FY 2025
Fee
Business Licenses Admin
Fees New License Fee $ 25.00 $ 25.00
(Not the Ordinance
Governed BL Tax) Renewal Fee $ 20.00 $ 20.00
Duplicate License Fee (Ordinance 92-02 § 13) Varies Varies Live Entertainment Fee (Ordinance 15-02) $ 20.00 $ 20.00 Miscellaneous Copies Varies Varies
Returned Check Fee $ 25.00 $ 25.00
*All credit card payments will be charged a 2.95% or a $3.00 minimum service fee.

City of Ridgecrest
Schedule of Fees
Fiscal Year 2025-2026
DEPARTMENT: FINANCE
Note: Fee added to base Business License Fee
License
Classification Fee Type 2026 Fee 2025 Fee
Base Fee 87 $ 85
Additional Employees (After first five) 7 $ 7
Base Fee 87 $ 85
Additional Professional 87 $ 85
Additional Non-Professional 7 $ 7
Base Fee 121 $ 118
Additional Employees (After first five) 7 $ 7
Base Fee 87 $ 85
Additional Employees (After first five) 97 $ 94
Base Fee 87 $ 85
Additional Vehicles 22 $ 21
Base Fee 87 $ 85
Additional Vehicles (After first five) 97 $ 94
Base Fee 230 $ 224
ID Badge 7 $ 7
Base Fee 97 $ 94
Additional Units (After first four) 7 $ 7
Base Fee 97 $ 94
Additional Units (After first four) 7 $ 7
Base Fee 87 $ 85
Additional parcel or structures 22 $ 21
Base Fee 116 $ 113
Additional table or alley 7 $ 7
Base Fee 564 $ 548
Additional table 58 $ 56
Base Fee 87 $ 85
Additional Sign 87 $ 85
Base Fee 564 $ 548
Per each concession 22 $ 21
(O) Carnivals (Charitable Sponsor) Base Fee 145 $ 141
Base Fee 21 $ 20
Additional Chair 7 $ 7
Base Fee 97 $ 94
Additional Employees 7 $ 7
Base Fee 97 $ 94
Additional Licensed contractors 97 $ 94
Additional Non-licensed employees 7 $ 7
Base Fee 12 $ 12
ID Badge 7 $ 7
Base Fee 564 $ 548
Per day Non-licensed vendors 12 $ 12
Base Fee 614 $ 597
Instigation Fee 63 $ 61
Bingo Games (Charitable Sponsor) Base Fee 73 $ 71
(T) Swap Meets, Craft Exhibitions, Flea Markets
Adult Entertainment
(Q) Non-Licensed Contractor, Handyman
(R) Licensed Contractor
(S) Part-Time Intermittent
(M) Billboards/Outdoor Advertising
(N) Carnivals (Non-Charitable Sponsor)
(P) Shoe Shining
(J) Commercial Rentals
(K) Pool Tables, Bowling Alleys
(L) Card Rooms
(G) Itinerant Merchant
(H) Residential Rental
(I) Mobile Home Space Rentals
(D) Vending
(E) Wholesale
(F) Catering from Vehicle
(C) Manufacturing

CITY OF RIDGECREST

BUSINESS LICENSE FEES
(A) Retail Sales and Services
(B) Professionals

RIDGECREST

BUILDING PLAN CHECK AND INSPECTION FEES
July 2025
A. PAYMENT OF FEES

1. Fees shall be paid in advance or at the time the fee is capable of calculation Additionally charged fees shall be paid prior to the commencement of the additional work for which a fee is assessed, prior to the issuance of a permit, or prior to approval of projects where a time and materials charge has been determined and additional fees have been calculated. The City may require an advance deposit of the estimated cost of time and material work. Re-inspection fees shall be paid prior to the next succeeding called inspection.

2. Exceptions:
a. The City Manager or designee may refund unexpired subscription fee upon request, for cancellation of the monthly permit summary service. b. The City Manager or designee may waive payment of additionally charged fees if he/she determines that the delay or defect which necessitated the special fees was occasioned without fault or neglect of the permittee.

B. PERMIT ISSUANCE FEE

1. For each building, relocation, demolition, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, electrical maintenance, grading, special/miscellaneous or mobile home site preparation permit application, there shall be a permit issuance fee. Permits may be combined on any project and one issuance fee charged.

Permit Issuance Fee, each permit issued $ 95

2. Exceptions:

For mobile home set-up permits and accessory structures see Section “K.” C. PERMIT EXTENSION OF TIME
Annual extension of time of Building permits, for which five years have expired from the issuance date.

Annual Time extension $ 100
D. FEE REFUND POLICY

1. Clerical errors on the part of the County, resulting in overpayment. Refund in full, fees paid that exceed the true and correct fee.

2. Project termination by written request* of the applicant prior to any plan checking or other work being done by the Department. Refunds of fees paid including plan check fees, but less the issuance, the processing and strong motion instrumentation fees.

Processing Fee $ 90
Strong Motion Instrumentation Fee** Variable

3. Project termination by written request* of the applicant any time after plan check by the Department has started, but prior to the start of construction Refunds of fees paid, less all plan check fees and less the issuance, the processing and strong motion instrumentation fees.

Processing Fee $ 90
Strong Motion Instrumentation Fee** Variable
* Written requests stating the reason for termination must be made within the time limitations for plan checking or start of construction or approved extensions thereof granted by the City and established under the Code of Building Regulations Requests made after expiration of the time limits will not be valid, and the fees will be retained by the City. If the permit has been issued to an applicant, the approved plans and job card must be returned to the City Building Division for cancellation along with the letter of request.
** For the Strong Motion Instrumentation Fees see Section E, Administrative Fees.

E. ADMINISTRATIVE FEES

1. Special Inspection/Investigation fee for inspection, investigation and research of any work done without benefit of required permits or any land use not in Compliance with City Ordinances. This charge may also include file preparation, consulting and any applicable administrative costs. Also, applies to any special inspection or investigation at the request of the public.

Actual Time and Material Cost Variable

2. Expungement of Recorded Notice of Building Code or Zoning Ordinance Violations. This charge shall include all file preparation, investigation, consulting administrative, recordation, public hearing and any other costs associated with the processing and correction of the violation.

Actual Time and Material Cost Variable

3. Second and subsequent re-inspection necessitated by faulty or incomplete work.

Each Re-inspection $ 90

4. Strong Motion Instrumentation Fee shall be charged on all permits issued. The fee is in accordance with and required by California State Public Resources Code Section 2705.
a. Residential Occupancies, one to three stories in height, excluding hotels and motels; $10 per each $100,000 in valuation with appropriate fractions thereof (minimum fee is $1).

Strong Motion Fee $10 per $100,000 Valuation
b. All other Occupancies, $21 per each $100,000 in valuation with appropriate fractions thereof (minimum fee is $1)
Strong Motion Fee $21 per $100,000 Valuation

5. Hourly flat rate charge for inspection/research services. Includes inspection for work which requires a permit but for which fees are not otherwise provided.

Each Hour or Portion Thereof $ 70
F. BUILDING PERMIT FEE

1. The Building Permit Fee, excluding the Permit Issuance Fee, is composed of 1/3 plan check service and 2/3 building inspection, where the combined fee is determined by the Percentage Method of Calculation.

2. Exceptions:
a. The 1/3 plan check service shall be deleted when no plan is required. The total Building Permit Fee, excluding the Permit Issuance Fee, shall be 2/3 of the fee determined by the Percentage Method of Calculation. b. The plan check fee shall be reduced by 50% (equal to 1/6 of the Building Permit Fee) for an “R-1, “R-3”, or “M-1’’ occupancy plan which is identical to a plan on which a Permit has been issued within the previous six months.

The total Building Permit Fee, excluding the Permit Issuance Fee, shall be 5/6 of the permit fee determined by the Percentage Method of Calculation.

Additional first time plan check fee of .4% valuation for the identical plan.

G. PERCENTAGE METHOD OF CALCULATION FOR BUILDING PERMIT FEE

1. Construction of new buildings, remodels, additions, and accessory structures shall have Building Permit Fees based on the table listed below. Such fees shall be inclusive of plan check, building inspection, electrical, mechanical and plumbing fees.

Total Valuation Building Permit Fee
$1 to $28,000 See Exhibit “D”
$28,001 to $500,000 2.2% of Valuation
$500,001 to $1,000,000 $11,000 for first $500,000 of Valuation, plus $2.00 for each $100 of Valuation or fraction
thereof, up to and including $1,000,000
$1,000,001 or more $21,000 for first $1,000,000 of Valuation, plus $1.80 for each $100 of Valuation or fraction
thereof

2. Permit fees for factory-built housing shall include Permit Issuance Fees plus 50% of the amounts listed in (1) above.

3. Valuations:

In determining valuation for the purpose of computing Building Permit Fees, costs per square foot for various types of structures, as published under the heading BUILDING VALUATION DATA in the March-April 1994 issue of Building Standards, using the modifier of 1.00, as published by the International Code Council, shall be used (Exhibit “B”). For occupancies and/or types not included within the Building Valuations Data, the City Manager or designee may determine valuations based on similar occupancies and/or types or an engineer’s estimate.

Included in these Percentage Method of Calculation Building Permit Fees are the STANDARD REPAIR COSTS FEES (Exhibit “C”), the STANDARD REMODEL FEES (Exhibit “D”), and the FEES FOR CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS, HEAVY

ENGINEERED FOUNDATIONS AND CONCRETE BLOCK RETAINING WALLS (Exhibit “E”).

For single item inspections or small projects, the itemized method of calculation will be used. Examples include installation of an electrical panel, relocation of HVAC, and replacement of water heater.

H. ELECTRICAL PERMIT FEE (ITEMIZED METHOD OF CALCULATION)

1. Permit Issuance Fee (each permit issued) $ 95

2. Services
a. 0 to 600 volts, each $ 44
b. Over 600 volts, each $ 105

3. Alteration and Additions
a. Where no structural work is being done or where it is impractical to use the percentage method of calculation:
i. Receptacles and lighting fixtures-Each 10 or fraction thereof $ 25 ii. Multi-outlet assemblies (plug-mold, light track, etc) Each 20 feet or fraction thereof $ 25
b. For equipment rated in horsepower (HP), kilowatts (KW) or kilo-volt-amps (KVA), the fee for each motor, transformer, and/or appliance shall be:
i. 0.0 to 5 $ 18
ii. 5.1 to 15 $ 22
iii. 15.1 to 100 $ 40
iv. 100.1 to 500 $ 73
v. Over 500 $ 124
Notes:
 For equipment or appliances that have more than one motor, heater or combination of both, the sum of the combined ratings may be used to compute the fee.
 These fees shall include all switches, circuit breakers, contactors relays and other directly related control equipment

4. Temporary Services
a. Temporary or construction services including pole or pedestal $ 44 b. Additional supporting poles, each $ 29

5. Miscellaneous
a. Area lighting standards (over six feet in height)
- Up to and including ten on each site $ 18
- Over ten on a site, each $ 11
b. Temporary sale stands (Christmas tree lots, etc., including service) $ 65

6. Overhead Line Construction (additional fees in this schedule may apply) a. Poles and anchors, each $ 15

7. Illuminated Signs – Alteration of any existing sign, each $ 22 I. MECHANICAL PERMIT FEE (ITEMIZED METHOD OF CALCULATION)

1. Permit Issuance Fee (each permit issued) $95

2. For the installation or relocation of forced-air or gravity-type furnaces or burners, including ducts and vents attached to such appliances.
a. 0 to 150,000 B.T.U. $ 51
b. 150,001 to 1,750,000 B.T.U. $ 65
c. Over 1,750,000 B.T.U. $ 135

3. For the installation or relocation of combination heating/air conditioning units, including ducts and vents attached to such appliances.
a. Up to 5 H.P. $ 98
b. Over 5 H.P. $ 135

4. For the installation, relocation or replacement of each suspended heater, wall heater, floor mounted unit heater or floor furnace (no ducts). $ 51

5. For the installation, relocation or replacement of each appliance vent installed and not included in an appliance permit. $ 29

6. For the repair of, alteration of, or addition to each heating appliance, refrigeration unit, comfort cooling unit, absorption unit, or each comfort heating, cooling, absorption, or evaporative cooling system, including installation of controls.$ 51

7. For the installation or relocation of boilers or compressors. a. 0 to 5 H.P. $ 98
b. Over 5 H.P. $ 135

8. For the installation or relocation of absorption system. a. 0 to 150,000 B.T.U. $ 65
b. Over 150,000 B.T.U. $ 113

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

10. For each air handling unit over 10,000 cubic feet per minute. $ 65

11. For each evaporative cooler other than portable type. $ 40

12. For each ventilation fan connected to a single duct. $ 29

13. For each ventilation system which is not a portion of any heating or air conditioning system authorized by a permit. $ 40

14. For the installation of each commercial hood which is served by mechanical exhaust, including the ducts for such hood. $ 124

15. For the installation or relocation of each free-standing fireplace, including vent. $ 65

16. For the installation or relocation of each commercial or industrial type incinerator. $ 164

17. For each appliance or piece of equipment not classified in other appliance categories, or for which no other fees are listed in this schedule $ 55 J. PLUMBING PERMIT FEE (ITEMIZED METHOD OF CALCULATION)

1. Permit Issuance Fee (each permit issued) $ 95

2. For each plumbing fixture or trap or set of fixtures on one trap (including water, drainage piping, and backflow protection thereof). $ 29

3. For each building, mobile home, commercial coach, or manufactured house sewer. $ 51

4. Rain water systems, each drain (inside building). $ 25

5. For each water heater and/or vent. $ 29

6. For first gas-piping system outlet. $ 29

7. For each additional gas piping system outlet, per outlet. $ 15

8. For each grease interceptor or industrial waste pre-treatment interceptor, including its trap, vent and traffic slab. $ 113

9. For installation, alteration, or repair of water piping and/or water treating equipment, each fixture. $ 29

10. For repair or alteration of drainage or vent piping per fixture or unit $ 29

11. For each vacuum breaker or backflow protective device. $ 29

12. For each water service. $ 25

13. For each outlet not serving a fixture, each outlet. $ 11

14. For each private sewage disposal system consisting of one septic tank and one seepage pit or drain line. $ 160

15. For each septic tank, seepage pit, cesspool, or drain line in excess of one.$ 51

16. For any change or repair to existing septic tank, seepage pit or drain line. $ 98

17. For the abandonment of septic systems. $ 44

18. For each graywater system. $ 145
K. MOBILE HOME FEES

1. Permit Issuance Fee (each permit issued) $ 95

2. Application Filing Fee for mobile home not installed on a permanent foundation. $ 40

3. Installation Permit Fee for mobile home not installed on a permanent foundation – New or used, required to be moved under a permit. * $ 262

4. Site Preparation Fee for mobile home not installed on a permanent foundation – including all facilities; and LPG tank. ** $ 309

5. Application Filing Fee for mobile home installed on a permanent foundation $ 273

6. Installation and Site Preparation Permit Fee – mobile home installed on a permanent foundation - including, all site preparation, foundation systems, mobile home installation, and LPG tank. * and ** $ 615

7. Installation Permit Fee - Existing mobile home to be placed on a permanent foundation - All site facilities, including gas, water, electric and sewer, to be in place and pre-existing. * and ** $ 309

8. Mobile home Accessory Structure Fees – Construction or alteration permit fees for mobile home accessory buildings and structures that have a Standard Plan Approval from the Kern County Department of Housing and Community Development are as follows:
a. Each cabana or ramada $ 113
b. Each private garage $ 40
c. Each awning or carport $ 40
d. Each porch $ 40
e. Each fence or windbreak over six feet in height $ 40

9. Mobile home Earthquake Stabilization Systems – For existing manufactured homes. $ 382
* A separate Flood Hazard Evaluation may also be required. ** A separate permit will be required for any grading required by the Kern County Code of Building Regulations.

L. SPECIAL/MISCELLANEOUS PERMITS (INCLUDES PLAN CHECK FEE)

1. Permit Issuance Fee (each permit issued) $ 95

2. Commercial Coach Installation $ 531

3. MasonryFireplaces $ 244

4. Satellite Dish $ 244

5. Signs
a. Wall Mounted $ 98
b. Monument – Greater than six feet above grade $ 127
c. Single Pole $ 324
d. Double Pole $ 364

6. Solar Systems (Residential) $ 280

7. Spas (In ground)
a. Standard Plans $ 204
b. Non-Standard Plans $ 244

8. Swimming Pools (In ground)
a. Standard Plans $ 596
b. Non-Standard Plans $ 716
c. Commercial $ 924

9. Foundation only Permits (minimum) (See Exhibit “E”) $ 189

10. Solar Re-installation Permit $155
a. Must be a previously permitted Solar Array
b. Installer must be a Qualified Solar Contractor

11. Fire Surveys
$155
a. Must be obtained to receive a Fire Report
b. Must be obtained prior to issuance of a Fire Repair Permit c. Fire Repair permits shall be conditional based on findings. i. Fire Repair May Require engineering and Plan Check
M. ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS
1) Actual costs are based on time and material. Time is the fully allocated hour rate of an employee.
2) Charges for third-party consultants or outside services will equal actual contract costs plus 25% administrative charge and/or actual costs. A deposit may be required.
3) City shall retain full authority and discretion in retaining consultants as needed to provide services.
4) Any requested services not cover under this schedule will be charged actual costs based on time and material. A deposit may be required.
5) Third-party consultants (excluding Kern County) for single item building inspections will be charged 125% of hourly rate plus permit issuance fee. A deposit will be required.
6) Third-party consultants (excluding Kern County) for building inspections where the current building permit fee does not cover city costs due to consultant costs. The percent of the project valuation in determining the Building Permit Fee may be increased by the City Manager to cover city costs.

BUILDING VALUATION DATA
The building valuation data as compiled in April of 1994 and published in the Building Standards magazine modified for areas in California other than Los Angeles and San Francisco.

COST PER SQUARE COST PER SQUARE

FOOT AVERAGE FOOT AVERAGE
1 APARTMENT HOUSES: 7 DWELLINGS:

Type I or II F.R.* $ 62.93 Type V - Masonry $ 57.15
Type V- Masonry (or Type Ill) $ 54.15 Type V - Wood Frame $ 53.50 Type V - Wood Frame $ 50.70 Basements -
Type I - Basement Garage $ 28.95 Semi-Finished $ 17.39
Unfinished $ 13.44
2 AUDITORIUMS:

Type I or II F.R. $ 80.65 8 FIRE STATIONS:

Type II - 1-Hour $ 57.81 Type I or II F.R. $ 87.23
Type II - N $ 55.27 Type II - 1-Hour $ 56.87
Type Ill - 1-Hour $ 60.72 Type II - N $ 54.05
Type Ill - N $ 58.00 Type Ill - 1-Hour $ 62.70
Type V- 1-Hour $ 57.72 Type Ill - N $ 59.97
Type V - N $ 54.99 Type V - 1-Hour $ 58.47
Type V - N $ 55.65
3 BANKS:

Type I or II F.R. $ 114.12 9 HOMES FOR THE ELDERLY:

Type II - 1-Hour $ 76.17 Type I or II F.R. $ 79.90
Type II - N $ 80.46 Type II - 1-Hour $ 64.30
Type Ill - 1-Hour $ 91.84 Type II - N $ 61.29
Type Ill - N $ 88.64 Type Ill - 1-Hour $ 66.93
Type V- 1-Hour $ 82.63 Type Ill - N $ 64.11
Type V - N $ 79.90 Type V - 1-Hour $ 64.48
Type V - N $ 61.76
4 BOWLING ALLEYS:

Type II - 1-Hour $ 38.63 10 HOSPITALS:

Type II - N $ 36.00 Type I or II F.R.* $ 125.49
Type Ill - 1-Hour $ 42.21 Type Ill - 1-Hour $ 102.84
Type III - N $ 39.39 Type V - 1-Hour $ 97.29
Type V- 1-Hour $ 28.67
11 HOTELS AND MOTELS:
5 CHURCHES: Type I or II F.R.* $ 77.27
Type I or II F.R. $ 76.33 Type Ill - 1-Hour $ 66.74
Type II - 1-Hour $ 56.59 Type Ill - N $ 63.54
Type II - N $ 53.77 Type V - 1-Hour $ 59.13
Type Ill - 1-Hour $ 61.57 Type V - N $ 56.30
Type Ill - N $ 58.75
Type V - 1-Hour $ 57.15 12 INDUSTRIAL PLANTS:

Type V - N $ 54.52 Type I or II F.R.

Type II - 1-Hour $ 43.80
6 CONVALESCENT HOSPITALS: Type II - N (Stock) $ 30.17
Type I or II F.R. $ 106.97 Type Ill - 1-Hour $ 27.64
Type II - 1-Hour $ 72.57 Type Ill - N $ 30.83
Type Ill - 1-Hour $ 75.29 Tilt-up $ 22.65
Type V - 1-Hour $ 70.59 Type V - 1 Hour $ 31.02
Type V - N $ 28.39

COST PER SQUARE COST PER SQUARE

FOOT AVERAGE FOOT AVERAGE
13 JAILS: 20 RESTAURANTS:

Type I or II F.R. $ 122.20 Type Ill - 1-Hour $ 74.07
Type Ill - 1-Hour $ 109.89 Type Ill - N $ 71.63
Type V - 1-Hour $ 82.72 Type V - 1-Hour $ 67.68
Type V - N $ 64.95
14 LIBRARIES:

Type I or II F.R. $ 89.68 21 SCHOOLS:

Type II - 1-Hour $ 64.77 Type I or II F.R. $ 85.45
Type II - N $ 61.57 Type II - 1-Hour $ 57.53
Type Ill - 1-Hour $ 68.34 Type Ill - 1-Hour $ 61.76
Type Ill - N $ 65.05 Type Ill - N $ 58.56
Type V - 1-Hour $ 64.11 Type V - 1-Hour $ 57.53
Type V - N $ 61.29 Type V- N $ 54.90
15 MEDICAL OFFICES: 22 SERVICE STATIONS:

Type I or II F.R. $ 91.56 Type II - N $ 51.14
Type II - 1-Hour $ 70.12 Type Ill - 1-Hour $ 53.20
Type II - N $ 66.93 Type V - 1-Hour $ 45.21
Type Ill - 1-Hour $ 73.88 Canopies $ 21.24
Type Ill - N $ 71.16
Type V - 1-Hour $ 68.53 23 STORES:

Type V - N $ 65.80 Type I or II F.R.* $ 63.36
Type II - 1-Hour $ 38.16
16 OFFICES:** Type II - N $ 37.41
Type I or II F.R: $ 81.97 Type Ill - 1-Hour $ 46.62
Type II - 1-Hour $ 55.33 Type Ill - N $ 43.99
Type II - N $ 51.89 Type V - 1-Hour $ 39.10
Type Ill - 1-Hour $ 58.66 Type V - N $ 36.10
Type Ill - N $ 56.02
Type V - 1-Hour $ 54.33 24 THEATERS:

Type V - N $ 51.61 Type I or II F.R. $ 84.41
Type Ill - 1-Hour $ 60.72
17 PRIVATE GARAGES: Type Ill - N $ 57.90
Wood Frame $ 18.42 Type V - 1-Hour $ 56.78
Masonry $ 20.68 Type V - N $ 53.96
Open Carports $ 12.50
25 WAREHOUSES:***
18 PUBLIC BUILDINGS: Type I or II F.R. $ 37.98
Type I or II F.R: $ 95.32 Type II or V - 1-Hour $ 22.18 Type II - 1-Hour $ 76.05 Type II or V - N $ 20.87
Type II - N $ 72.94 Type Ill - 1-Hour $ 25.47
Type Ill - 1-Hour $ 78.77 Type Ill - N $ 24.35
Type Ill - N $ 76.23
Type V - 1-Hour $ 72.10 26 EQUIPMENT:

Type V - N $ 69.37 AIR CONDITIONING
Commercial $ 3.29
19 PUBLIC GARAGES: Residential $ 2.73
Type I or II F.R:* $ 37.22 SPRINKLER SYSTEMS $ 1.60
Type I or II Open Parking $ 28.20
Type II - N $ 21.81
Type Ill - 1-Hour $ 28.11 * Add 0.5% to total cost for each story over three.

Type Ill - N $ 25.10 ** Deduct 20% for shell only building.

Type V - 1-Hour $ 25.47 *** Deduct 11 % for mini-warehouses.

STANDARD REPAIR COSTS

BUILDING FEES
Plans: Plumbing:

1. Without Engineering $618.00 1. Fixture Replacement, Traps $750.00

2. With Engineering $927.00 2. Private Sewerage - lin ft $33.00

3. Sewer Line - lin ft $12.00
Foundation Area: 4. Gas Orifice Change (each) $104.00

1. Concr Floor Porches & Steps - sq ft $8.50

2. Concr Foundations Wood Floor - sq ft $8.50 Mechanical:

Porches & Steps - sq ft $4.00 1. Vented Heater - 30,000 BTU $1,000.00

3. Underpinning - lin ft $4.00 2. Vented Heater - 50,000 BTU $1,150.00

4. Redwood Plate or Sill - lin ft $5.00 3. Water Heater (each) $650.00

5. Screened Vents (each) $16.00

6. Attic Vents (each) $93.00 Electrical:

1. Service and Break-Up, sq ft $5.00
Framing Items: 2. Grounded Receptacle Only $62.00

1. Studs (each) $12.00 3. New Base Receptacle $62.00

2. 2x4 Reinforcing - lin ft $4.00 4. Utility Circuit $62.00

3. 2x6 Joists Blocking - lin ft $5.00 5. Changes $62.00

4. 2x10 Joists - Blocking - lin ft $5.50 6. Smoke Detector $104.00

5. 2x12 Joists - Blocking - lin ft $6.00 7. GFCI $206.00

6. 2x4 Rafters - lin ft $5.00

7. Plywood - sq ft $6.50 Miscellaneous:

1. Windows Added (each) $360.00
Beams: 2. Glazing per pane $52.00

1. 4x8 - lin ft $5.50 3. Dust Binder Parking $412.00

2. 4x10 - lin ft $6.50 4 Fireplace $3,090.00

3. 4x12 - lin ft $7.50 5. Tempered Glass - sq ft $4.00

4. 4x14 - lin ft $8.50 6. Concrete Driveway - sq ft $3.50

7. Asphpalt Driveway - sq ft $3.00
Wall Cover: 8. Painting Interior $1,030.00

1. Stucco - sq yd $32.00 9. Insulation, Ceiling R-19 sq ft $1.30

2. Siding - sq yd $32.00 10. lnsulation, Ceilinq R-30 sq ft $1.50

3. Plaster - sq yd $27.00 11. Insulation, Wall R-11 sq ft $1.00

4. Sheet Rock - sq yd $10.50 12. Curbs and Gutters - lin ft $37.50

5. Thin Wall - sq yd $25.00
Roof Cover:

1. Wood Shingle per sq $370.00

2. Wood Shake per sq $400.00

3. Asphalt Shingle per sq $160.00

4. Built Up Roof per sq $240.00
Standard Remodel
Building Fees
(1) Based on changing to 2.2% of the valuation above $28,000. The Strong Motion Instrumentation (SMI) Fee of $10 per $100,000 of building valuation for single family or $21 per $100,000 of valuation for all other occupancies and the Permit Issuance Fee must be added to these fees.

Total Valuation (1/3) Plan Check (2/3) Inspection Total Fee (1) $1 - $500 $23.31 $46.69 $70.00
$501 - $600 $23.31 $46.69 $70.00
$601 - $700 $23.31 $46.69 $70.00
$701 - $800 $23.31 $46.69 $70.00
$801 - $900 $23.31 $46.69 $70.00
$901 - $1,000 $23.31 $46.69 $70.00
$1,001 - $1,100 $23.31 $46.69 $70.00
$1,101 - $1,200 $23.31 $46.69 $70.00
$1,201 - $1,300 $23.31 $46.69 $70.00
$1,301 - $1,400 $24.18 $48.42 $72.60
$1,401 - $1,500 $25.83 $51.73 $77.56
$1,501 - $1,600 $27.47 $55.03 $82.50
$1,601 - $1,700 $29.14 $58.38 $87.52
$1,701 - $1,800 $30.77 $61.63 $92.40
$1,801 - $1,900 $32.42 $64.94 $97.36
$1,901 - $2,000 $34.07 $68.23 $102.30
$2,001 - $3,000 $42.96 $86.04 $129.00
$3,001 - $4,000 $49.95 $100.05 $150.00
$4,001 - $5,000 $56.94 $114.06 $171.00
$5,001 -$6,000 $63.94 $128.06 $192.00
$6,001 - $7,000 $70.93 $142.07 $213.00
$7,001 - $8,000 $77.92 $156.08 $234.00
$8,001 - $9,000 $84.92 $170.09 $255.00
$9,001 - $10,000 $91.91 $184.09 $276.00
$10,001 - $11,000 $98.90 $198.10 $297.00
$11,001 - $12,000 $105.89 $212.11 $318.00
$12,001 - $13,000 $112.89 $226.11 $339.00
$13,001 - $14,000 $119.88 $240.12 $360.00
$14,001 - $15,000 $126.87 $254.13 $381.00
$15,001 - $16,000 $133.87 $268.13 $402.00
$16,001 - $17,000 $140.86 $282.14 $423.00
$17,001 - $18,000 $147.85 $296.15 $444.00
$18,001 - $19,000 $154.85 $310.16 $465.00
$19,001- $20,000 $161.84 $324.16 $486.00
$20,001 - $21,000 $168.83 $338.17 $507.00
$21,001 - $22,000 $175.82 $352.18 $528.00
$22,001 - $23,000 $182.82 $366.18 $549.00
$23,001 - $24,000 $189.81 $380.19 $570.00
$24,001 - $25,000 $196.80 $394.20 $591.00
$25,001 - $26,000 $199.80 $400.20 $600.00
$26,001 - $27,000 $202.80 $406.20 $609.00
$27,001 - $28,000 $205.13 $410.87 $616.00
$28,001 2.20%

CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS, HEAVY ENGINEERED FOUNDATIONS

AND RETAINING WALLS

BUILDING VALUATION DATA
Fee Title: Valuation

1. Concrete Foundations with
Light Reinforcement – per yard
Minimum Permit Fee
$ 669.00
$ 189.00

2. Heavy Engineered Foundation – per yard
Minimum Permit Fee
$ 1,022.00
$ 189.00

3. Concrete Block Retaining Walls
Price/Lineal Foot of Wall
Height of Wall
0’0” to 3’0”
3’1” to 4’0”
4’1” to 5’0”
5’1” to 6’0”
6’1” to 7’0”
7’1” to 8’0”
8’1” to 9’0”
$ 22.00
$ 26.00
$ 33.00
$ 45.00
$ 56.00
$ 67.00
$ 76.00
* Wall height is measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall.

Category Acres Units/Acre Unit of Measure FY 2025 FEE FY 2026 FEE Estate & Rural Residential 818 2.5 per dwelling unit $958 $986 Low Density Residential 527 4 per dwelling unit $600 $617 Medium Density Residential 226 12 per dwelling unit $201 $207 Commercial 275 0 per acre $2,394 $2,463
Civic 10 0 per acre $2,394 $2,463
Industrial 166 0 per acre $2,394 $2,463
Category TRIP ENDS FY 2025 FEE FY 2026 FEE
Single Family 9.6 $ 2,838 $2,920
Multi Family 6.7 $ 1,982 $2,039
Retail Commercial 46.6 (reduce to 23.3) $ 6,817 $7,015
Service Stations 166 (reduce to 16.6) $ 4,361 $4,487
Movie Theater 27.8 (reduce to 13.9) $ 4,066 $4,184
Automobile Sales 1.2 $ 351 $361
Hotels/Motels 0.7 $ 206 $212
Restaurants 36.6 (reduce to 18.3) $ 5,336 $5,491
Medical-Dental 18(reduce to 9) $ 2,626 $2,702
General Office 6.1 $ 1,779 $1,831
Manufacturing 3.8(reduce to 1.9) $ 561 $577
Mini Warehousing 2.4(reduce to 1.2) $ 356 $366
Warehousing 2.2(reduce to 1.1) $ 326 $335
Schools/Churches - - -
Nursing Homes 0.2 $ 59 $61
Trip ends for Gas Stations shall be reduced by 90% to reflect by-pass and captured trips 1000 SF/building

INSTITUTIONAL
-
Bed
Notes:

Rates - $219 per trip end
Trip end rates for other than those listed above shall be determined using trip generation statistics in the Institute Transportation Engineers Trip Generation Manual, latest edition.

Trip ends for Commercial, Office, Restaurants, Theaters and Industrial shall be reduced by 50% 1000 SF/building
Fueling Position
1000 SF/building
1000 SF/lot area
Room

RESTAURANTS
1000 SF/building

OFFICE BUILDINGS
1000 SF/building
1000 SF/building

INDUSTRIAL
1000 SF/building
1000 SF/building
City of Ridgecrest
Schedule of Fees
Fiscal Year 2025-2026

IMPACT FEES
TABLE 1 - FIRE IMPACT FEES
TABLE 2 - TRAFFIC IMPACT FEES
UNITS

RESIDENTIAL
Dwelling Units
Dwelling Units

COMMERCIAL
Category FY 2025 FEE FY 2026 FEE
Single Family $ 1,226 $1,262
Multi Family $ 1,226 $1,262
Category Acres Units/Acre Unit of Measure FY 2025 FEE FY 2026 FEE Estate & Rural Residential 818 2.5 per dwelling unit $1,597 $1,643 Low Density Residential 527 4 per dwelling unit $995 $1,024 Medium Density Residential 226 12 per dwelling unit $332 $342 Commercial 275 0 per acre $3,997 $4,113
Civic 10 0 per acre $3,997 $4,113
Industrial 166 0 per acre $3,997 $4,113
Category Acres % Impervious Fair Share Cost FY 2025 FEE FY 2026 FEE Estate & Rural Residential 818 10% $3,699,673 $6,698 $6,892 Low Density Residential 527 23% $5,482,119 $15,406 $15,853 Medium Density Residential 226 40% $4,088,636 $26,792 $27,569 Commercial 275 85% $2,878,054 $15,498 $15,947
Civic 10 75% $92,339 $13,677 $14,074
Industrial 166 85% $1,737,279 $15,498 $15,947
Estate & Rural Residential 818 10% $3,699,673 $2,682 $2,760 Low Density Residential 527 23% $5,482,119 $3,849 $3,961 Medium Density Residential 226 40% $4,088,636 $2,232 $2,297 TABLE 5 - DRAINAGE IMPACT FEES
Per Acre
Per Dwelling Unit
TABLE 3 - PARK IMPACT FEES
UNITS

RESIDENTIAL
Each Dwelling Unit
Each Dwelling Unit
TABLE 4 - LAW ENFORCEMENT IMPACT FEES

IMPACT FEES
City of Ridgecrest
Schedule of Fees
Fiscal Year 2025-2026
Fee
Category
Description
of Fee
FY 2026
Fee
FY 2025
Fee
Planning Fees Appeal $ 725.00 $ 725.00
Accessory Dwelling Units $ 80.00 $ 80.00
Address Assignment $ 80.00 $ 80.00
Categorical Exemption $ 64.00 $ 64.00
Comprehensive Sign Plan $ 192.00 $ 192.00
Conditional Use Permit $ 1,920.00 $ 1,920.00
Home Occupation Permit $ 80.00 $ 80.00
Landscape Plan Check $ 188.00 $ 188.00
Lot Line/ Merger Adjustment $ 373.00 $ 373.00
Map Time Extension $ 810.00 $ 810.00
Parcel Map Waiver $ 1,044.00 $ 1,044.00
Planning Commission Hearing $ 810.00 $ 810.00
Public Hearing Notice $ 373.00 $ 373.00
Sign Permit Review $ 80.00 $ 80.00
Site Plan Review $ 724.00 $ 724.00
Temporary Use Permit $ 280.00 $ 280.00
Variance $ 586.00 $ 586.00
Zoning Verification $ 80.00 $ 80.00
Deposits Annexation *Deposit *Deposit
Environmental Impact Report *Deposit *Deposit
General Plan Amendment *Deposit *Deposit
Mitigated Negative Declaration *Deposit *Deposit
Negative Declaration *Deposit *Deposit
Tentative Parcel Map *Deposit *Deposit
Tentative Tract Map *Deposit *Deposit
Zone Amendment *Deposit *Deposit
Zone Change *Deposit *Deposit

1. City shall retain full authority and discretion in retaining consultants as needed to provide services.

2. Charges for third-party consultants or outside services will equal actual contract costs plus 25% administrative charge and/or actual costs. A deposit is required.

3. Actual costs are based on time and materials. Time is the fully burdened hour rate of an employee.

City of Ridgecrest
Schedule of Fees
Fiscal Year 2025-2026
DEPARTMENT: PLANNING
*Deposit is based on estimated time and materials to complete the application. **All credit card payments will be charged a 2.95% or a $3.00 minimum service fee.

Fee
Category
Description
of Fee
FY 2026
Fee
FY 2025
Fee
Police Services New Special Business License Fee $ 260.00 $ 260.00 Renewal Special Business License $ 45.00 $ 45.00
New Concealed Weapons Permit $ 100.00 $ 100.00
Renewal Concealed Weapons Permit $ 50.00 $ 50.00
CCW License Amendment $ 10.00 $ 10.00
Cite Sign-off Fee (City Residents) $ 20.00 $ 20.00
Outside City Limit Cite Sign-off fee $ 30.00 $ 30.00
VIN Verification fee $ 20.00 $ 20.00
Funeral Procession Traffic Control Fee $ 230.00 $ 230.00 Bicycle License Fee $ 3.00 $ 3.00
Agency Clearance Report Fee-Letter $ 20.00 $ 20.00
Police Response to False Alarm #'s 1, 2 & 3 $ - $ -
Police False Alarm Charge #4th Response $ 120.00 $ 120.00 Police False Alarm Charge #5 Response and all subsequent $ 160.00 $ 160.00 Alarm Appeal Fee (Ordinance 90-01 § 17) $ 10.00 $ 10.00 Burglar Alarm Permit Fee $ 30.00 $ 30.00
Stored Vehicle Release Fee $ 130.00 $ 130.00
Impound Vehicle Release Fee $ 135.00 $ 135.00
Impound Vehicle Release Fee for DUI $ 150.00 $ 150.00
Vehicle Repossession Admin Process Fee (CA Gov. Code Sec. 41612) $ 15.00 $ 15.00 Finger Printing / Hard Card or Live Scan - Non-Profit Organizations $ 15.00 $ 15.00 Finger Printing / Hard Card or Live Scan - All Others $ 20.00 $ 20.00 PRA Request Record Construction fee per GC 6253.9 - per hour cost $ 30.00 $ 30.00 Police Evidence Audio or Video to DVD/USB/ ea $ 20.00 $ 20.00 Police Report Reproduction Charge $ 20.00 $ 20.00
Mailed Reports additional charge $ 3.00 $ 3.00
Police Evidence Photos to DVD/USB - set-up/ ea $ 20.00 $ 20.00 Police Photograph Reproduction Fee/ ea $ 5.00 $ 5.00
Police Log Entry Reproduction Fee $ 5.00 $ 5.00
Police Subpoena Deposit (Actual personal and travel costs) $ 275.00 $ 275.00 New Special Business License - Taxi $ 100.00 $ 100.00
Reissue Taxi ID $ 20.00 $ 20.00
Renewal Special Business License -Taxi $ 75.00 $ 75.00
Taxi Vehicle Inspection Fee RMC 7-50 (b) $ 150.00 $ 150.00 Firearm Storage Fee Pursuant to Section 6389 of the CA Family Code. Each firearm. $ 100.00 $ 100.00 Abandoned Veh Removal Admin Fee - RMC 15-543 $ 75.00 $ 75.00 Nuisance Abate Appeal - RMC 11-5 $ 250.00 $ 250.00
Admin Citation Handling Fee - 1-122 $ 60.00 $ 60.00
Vacant/Boarded Building Monitoring Fee - per visit $ 75.00 $ 75.00 Graffiti Abatement (Costs include Fully Burdened Rate, Materials, Equipment) Actual Costs Actual Costs Special Requests for Police Services Overtime Rate Overtime Rate ***All credit card payments will be charged a 2.95% or a $3.00 minimum service fee.

City of Ridgecrest
Schedule of Fees
Fiscal Year 2025-2026
DEPARTMENT: POLICE (SERVICES)
*Failure to pay Admin Citation Fine (RMC 1-127) results in a 10% fee after 20 days and 20% each month thereafter. Total delinquent fine is 150% of base fine.
**Failure to pay Alarm Permit Fee of False Alarm Fee when due results in a penalty of 10% after 20 days and 20% each month thereafter. Total penalties added shall in no event exceed 100% of the amount of the fee due.

Code
Section
Nature of
Offense
FY 2026
Fee
FY 2025
Fee
15-335 Angle Parking -- Obedience to signs and markings $ 53.00 $ 53.00 15-360 Improper Parking -- Red zones and no parking zones $ 58.00 $ 58.00 15-360 Improper Parking -- Obstructing traffic $ 53.00 $ 53.00 15-362 Improper Parking -- Obstructing alley ways $ 48.00 $ 48.00 15-363 Parking For Certain Purposes -- Display vehicle for sale -- Washing, repairing vehicle $ 48.00 $ 48.00
15-364 Parking near schools, signs posted $ 53.00 $ 53.00 15-365 Parking on narrow St with no parking signs posted $ 53.00 $ 53.00 15-366 Left side parking on one way St where prohibited $ 53.00 $ 53.00 15-369 Unlawful parking -- Peddlers, vendors and taxicabs $ 48.00 $ 48.00 15-372 Unlawful parking of city/public lots $ 53.00 $ 53.00 15-290 Time limits -- Parking in excess of $ 58.00 $ 58.00 15-431 Unlawful parking in handicapped space $ 400.00 $ 400.00 15-463 Oversized vehicle prohibited parking $ 100.00 $ 100.00 15-464 Heavy vehicle parking -- Vehicle with GVWR in excess of 26,000 lbs. on St or highway in resid zone $ 100.00 $ 100.00 15-535 Abandoned vehicles: public highways 72 (seventy-two) hour parking $ 88.00 $ 88.00
5200 License plate missing $ 53.00 $ 53.00
5204 (a) No current tabs displayed $ 83.00 $ 83.00
21113 (a) Unlawful parking -- public grounds $ 53.00 $ 53.00 22500.1 Parking in fire zone $ 58.00 $ 58.00
22500 (a) - (h), (k) Improper parking $ 53.00 $ 53.00
22500 (i) Improper parking -- Bus zone $ 278.00 $ 278.00 22500 (l) Improper parking -- Wheelchair access ramp $ 400.00 $ 400.00 22502 (a) Curb parking -- Within eighteen inches of curb $ 48.00 $ 48.00 22505 (b) Improper parking -- State highways $ 53.00 $ 53.00 22507.8 (a) - (c) Unlawful parking in handicapped space $ 400.00 $ 400.00 City of Ridgecrest
Schedule of Fees
Fiscal Year 2025-2026
DEPARTMENT: POLICE (PARKING)
The Ridgecrest Municipal Code and the California Vehicle Code authorize the City of Ridgecrest to adopt penalties and fees for parking violations. These are exempt from CEQA on the basis of Public Resources Code Section 21080.
(a) The following fee and penalties are established for municipal code parking violations within the City:
(b) The following fee and penalties are established for violation of California vehicle code parking laws:

Code
Section
Nature of
Offense
FY 2026
Fee
FY 2025
Fee
22514 Parking within fifteen feet of fire hydrant $ 58.00 $ 58.00 22515 (a) & (b) Unattended vehicles -- Motor running or not setting brakes or not in park $ 53.00 $ 53.00
22522 Parking within three feet of disabled person sidewalk access ramp
$ 400.00 $ 400.00
22523 (a) & (b) Vehicle abandonment $ 133.00 $ 133.00
22526 (a) & (b) Blocking an intersection $ 78.00 $ 78.00 24401 Improper parking -- high beams lighted $ 58.00 $ 58.00 25300 (a) - (c), (e) Warning device on disabled or parked vehicle $ 53.00 $ 53.00 31303 (a)
Vehicles used for transportation of hazardous materials or hazardous waste left unattended or parked overnight
in a residential district
$ 358.00 $ 358.00
(d) Upon proof that a registered owner of the vehicle which had been issued a notice of parking violation for RMC 15-431 or CVC 22507.8 (a) - (c), had a current handicap placard in possession, but not displayed at the time of the violation, the penalty shall be reduced to thirty dollars ($30.00). (e) Pursuant to CVC 42001.13 the fee for the second violation of CVC 22507.8 shall be seven hundred and fifty dollars ($750.00) and the fee for third violation of this section shall be one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).
(f) Late payment penalties for any of the above violations shall be equal to the base fine, 25 days after the fine is due (example: base fine is $53, plus late fee of $53, equals total payment of $106.) (g) Any federal, state, or local standing or parking regulation constituting a violation for which no provision is made in this schedule shall have a fine of fifty-three dollars ($53.00). *All credit card payments will be charged a 2.95% or a $3.00 minimum service fee. (c) The civil penalty for an equipment violation upon proof of correction to the processing agency, shall be reduced to ten dollars ($10.00).

City of Ridgecrest
Schedule of Fees
Fiscal Year 2025-2026
DEPARTMENT: POLICE (PARKING)
Fee
Category
Description
of Fee
FY 2026
Fee
FY 2025
Fee
Dog Licenses 1 year - Altered $ 15.00 $ 15.00
1 year - Natural $ 60.00 $ 60.00
2 year - Altered $ 22.00 $ 22.00
2 year - Natural $ 120.00 $ 120.00
3 year - Altered $ 30.00 $ 30.00
3 year - Natural $ 180.00 $ 180.00
Vicious dog license (per year) $ 150.00 $ 150.00
Dog Impound 1st Impound / No License $ 55.00 $ 55.00
1st Impound / Current License $ 40.00 $ 40.00
2nd Impound / No License $ 75.00 $ 75.00
2nd Impound / Current License $ 70.00 $ 70.00
3rd Impound / No License $ 105.00 $ 105.00
3rd Impound / Current License $ 100.00 $ 100.00
1st Vicious Impound / No License $ 150.00 $ 150.00
1st Vicious Impound / Current License $ 150.00 $ 150.00 2nd Vicious Impound / No License $ 250.00 $ 250.00
2nd Vicious Impound / Current License $ 250.00 $ 250.00 3rd Vicious Impound / No License $ 350.00 $ 350.00
3rd Vicious Impound / Current License $ 350.00 $ 350.00 Other Animal Impound Fees Cat $ 35.00 $ 35.00
Misc. Animal - Depending on Size
Animal Less Than 25 Pounds $ 30.00 $ 30.00
Animal From 26 and 100 Pounds $ 55.00 $ 55.00
Animal Over 100 Pounds $ 105.00 $ 105.00
Additional Charge After Hours Impound/Up to 2 hours* $ 100.00 $ 100.00 Refusal to Spay and Neuter 1st Occurrence $ 40.00 $ 40.00 Release Fee: Impounded Dogs 2nd Occurrence $ 55.00 $ 55.00 and Cats 3rd & Subsequent Occurrences $ 105.00 $ 105.00 Boarding Fees Boarding Fee - In addition to Impound $10.00/night $10.00/night Adoption Fees - Dogs Rabies Vaccination Set By Vet Set By Vet License Fee $ 10.00 $ 10.00
Adoption Fee $ 20.00 $ 20.00
Micro chip $ 10.00 $ 10.00
Adoption Fees - Cats Adoption Fee $ 20.00 $ 20.00
Rabies Vaccination Set By Vet Set By Vet
Micro chip $ 10.00 $ 10.00
Spay/Neuter Fees Dog - Females Set By Vet Set By Vet
Dog - Males Set By Vet Set By Vet
Cats - Females Set By Vet Set By Vet
Cats - Males Set By Vet Set By Vet
City of Ridgecrest
Schedule of Fees
Fiscal Year 2025-2026
DEPARTMENT: ANIMAL CONTROL
Note: After hours call outs over 2 hours calculated at fully burdened overtime rate of pay Fee
Category
Description
of Fee
FY 2026
Fee
FY 2025
Fee
Other Fees Euthanasia $ 65.00 $ 65.00
Disposal (Dogs and Cats) $ 20.00 $ 20.00
Disposal: Other Animals
Animals Less Than 25 Pounds $ 30.00 $ 30.00
Animals From 26 to 100 Pounds $ 55.00 $ 55.00
Animals over 100 Pounds $ 110.00 $ 110.00
Animal Pick Up Fee: Owner Animals* $ 105.00 $ 105.00
Voluntary/public Micro Chip $ 35.00 $ 35.00
Female Dog in Heat At-Large $ 110.00 $ 110.00
Lost license fee (Section 3-52) $ 5.00 $ 5.00
Animal Drop Off Fee: Owner* $ 60.00 $ 60.00
**All credit card payments will be charged a 2.95% or a $3.00 minimum service fee.

City of Ridgecrest
Schedule of Fees
Fiscal Year 2025-2026
DEPARTMENT: ANIMAL CONTROL
Note: This fee is for Relinquished Animals at Shelter
*These fees may be waived due to hardship by the ACO Supervisor Fee
Category
Description
of Fee
FY 2026
Fee
FY 2025
Fee
KMCC Banquet Hall Kitchen only $12.50/hour $12/hour
*4 hour minimum rental
required* Deposit for Kitchen only $ 300.00 $ 300.00
Half Hall $42.75/hour $41.50/hour
Half Hall w/Kitchen $55.25/hour $53.50/hour
Half Hall for Non Profit Groups 20% off total 20% off total Half Hall w/Kitchen for Non Profit Groups 20% off total 20% off total Deposits for Half Hall Rentals $ 500.00 $ 500.00
Full Hall $85.50/hour $83/hour
Full Hall w/Kitchen $98/hour $95/hour
Full Hall for Non Profit Groups 20% off total 20% off total Full Hall w/Kitchen for Non Profit Groups 20% off total 20% off total Deposits for Full Hall Rentals $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00
Full Hall and Gymnasium $131.50/hour $165.5/hour
Full Hall and Gymnasium w/ Kitchen $144/hour $177.50/hour Full Hall and Gymnasium for Non Profit Groups 20% off total 20% off total Full Hall and Gymnasium w/ Kitchen for Non Profit Groups 20% off total 20% off total Deposits for Full Hall and Gymnasium Rentals $ 1,300.00 $ 1,300.00 Full Hall and Gymnasium w/kitchen + all meeting rooms $353.25/hour 343.25/hour Full Hall and Gymnasium w/kitchen + all meeting rooms for Non Profit Groups 20% off total 20% off total Deposits for Full Hall and Gymnasium w/kitchen + all meeting room rentals$ 1,900.00 $ 1,900.00 Change over fee/half hall $ 317.25 $ 308.25
Change over fee/full hall $ 634.50 $ 616.50
Sanitizing Fee Kitchen N/A N/A
Sanitizing Fee Half Hall N/A N/A
Sanitizing Fee Half Hall w/Kitchen N/A N/A
Sanitizing Fee Full Hall N/A N/A
Sanitizing Fee Full Hall w/Kitchen N/A N/A
Hourly Half Hall N/A N/A
Hourly Half Hall w/Kitchen N/A N/A
Additional Time (beyond contracted rental period) $106.50/hour $103.50/hour Sunday Rate (beyond normal business hours/closures) $106.50/hour $103.50/hour 5 day or less Cancellation Fee Deposit Amount Deposit Amount Add Ons Pipe and Drapes $5/linear foot $5/linear foot
Stage $ 56.75 $ 55.25
Inside Projector and Screen N/A n/a
Deposit for Projector and Screen N/A n/a
(Must provide valid insurance w/City of Ridgecrest being named additionally insured) Microphone Deposit $ 200.00 $ 200.00
Off Site Chair Rental - NAWS agreement $2/chair $1.75/chair Off Site Table Rental - NAWS agreement $9.25/table $9/table Off Site Chair/Table Rental Deposit TBD TBD
KMCC Gymnasium Half Court $23/hour $22.25/hour
Full Court $46/hour $44.50/hour
Full Court all day N/A N/A
Full Court for Non Profit Groups 20% off total 20% off total Full Court all day for Non Profit Groups N/A N/A
Game Set Up Fee $ 45.75 $ 44.50
KMCC Meeting Rooms Single Room $15.50/hour $15/hour
Single Room Daily N/A N/A
Double Room $31/hour $30/hour
Double Room Daily N/A N/A
Double Room for Non Profit Groups 20% off total 20% off total Double Room Daily for Non Profit Groups N/A N/A
Refundable Deposit $ 300.00 $ 300.00
Sanitizing Fee N/A N/A
24 Hour Cancellation Fee Single Room $ 15.50 $ 15.00
24 Hour Cancellation Fee Double Room $ 31.00 $ 30.00
City of Ridgecrest
Schedule of Fees
Fiscal Year 2025-2026
DEPARTMENT: PARKS & RECREATION
Fee
Category
Description
of Fee
FY 2026
Fee
FY 2025
Fee
Senior Center Hall Parties & Group Functions N/A n/a
(weekends only-no kitchen) Refundable Deposit N/A n/a
Tennis Courts Per 3 Courts $102.75/day $99.75/day
Per Court Use, 4 hours max. $34.25/day $33.25/day
Court Complex per Day $205.25/day $199.50/day
Soccer/Football Fields Per Hour/Per Field $ 30.75 $ 29.75 Per Field/Per Day See tournament rates See tournament rates Field Prep Fee $162.75/field $158.25/field
Use of Lights $29.75/hour $28.75/hour
Softball Fields Per Hour/Per Field $ 30.75 $ 29.75
Per Field/Per Day See tournament rates
Pre Field Prep Fee $67.25/field $65.25/field
Post Field Prep Fee $50/field
Tournament Rate - For Small Tournaments $183.75/field/day $178.50 per field/day Tournament Rate - For Large Tournaments $357/field/day $347 per field/day Use of Lights $29.75/hour $28.75/hour
Sports Concession Buildings Deposit $1,000
Youth Sports Organizations Weekly facility user fee for baseball, football and soccer organizations, plus cost of utilities (phased in over three years) $360/week $350/week Skate Park Per Day $ 79.50 $ 77.25
Freedom Park Gazebo Rental
& Park Areas Fees set for Regular Park Use/No Alcohol
Gazebo $119.25/day $116/day
Chair fees (gazebo) $1/chair $.75/chair
Chair fees (Park) $1.25/chair $1/chair
Special Event fee up to 250/ppl $ 198.00 $ 192.50
Special Event fee up to 1000/ppl $ 396.25 $ 385.00
Special Event fee up to 1000+/ppl $ 792.25 $ 770.00
Vendor fee $ 39.75 $ 38.75
Recreation Programs Youth Soccer League $ 95.25 $ 92.50 Youth Basketball League $ 95.25 $ 92.50
Additional Children in Same Household per Sport League $ 90.25 $ 87.50 Day Camp $162/week $170/week
KMCC After School Program N/A N/A
Teen Night N/A $15.50/person
Spring Camp - 24 spots available $100/person $100/person Winter Camp - 24 spots available $20/person/day $120/person Pre-School (41-week Program) N/A n/a
KMCC Racquetball Courts Daily Rate per Court $12.50/hour/court $12.50/hour/court Showers Showers (60 minute limit) $4.75/use $4.75/use
Open Gym Open Gym $2.75/visit/person $2.75/visit/person Open Volleyball Open Volleyball $2.75/visit/person $2.75/visit/person Pickleball Pickleball (in gymnasium) $6.75/visit/person $6.75/visit/person Net / paddle deposit (same day return) $75
*All credit card payments will be charged a 2.95% or a $3.00 minimum service fee.*Some events/rentals will require insurance.

Note: Insurance required for this rental
Schedule of Fees
City of Ridgecrest
Fiscal Year 2025-2026
DEPARTMENT: PARKS & RECREATION
Note: This will not include a staff member to be on site Note: This will include additional trash cans, stocked bathroom, and a staff member working during the event at the discretion of the Parks and Recreation Director
Note: The user fees paid will be held in individual fund accounts for each facility used for future major repairs ($10k+) and Fee
Category
Description
of Fee
FY 2026
Fee
FY 2025
Fee
Deposit Witholdings Trash not removed from building $50 Excessive clean up needed by Maintenance $50/30 minutes Stay beyond contracted reservation time $106.50/hour
Stay beyond midnight $106.50/.5 hour
Breach of contract $100/breach
City owned property damaged/missing Cost of equal replacement City of Ridgecrest
Schedule of Fees
Fiscal Year 2025-2026
DEPARTMENT: PARKS & RECREATION
Fee
Category
Sub
Category
Description
of Fee
FY 2026
Fee
FY 2025
Fee
Encroachment***** All Admin. Application $ 90.00 $ 90.00 Traffic Control Plan (basic) $ 300.00 $ 300.00
Traffic Control Plan (Advanced, or
with detour)
$500 min. plus actual
time spent
$500 min. plus actual
time spent
Time Extension (additional 6 mo.) $ 90.00 $ 90.00
Sub-Standard Street Fee
$2.53 per SF
measured from lip of
gutter to centerline of
street for entire lot
frontage.
$2.53 per SF
measured from lip of
gutter to centerline of
street for entire lot
frontage.

Temp.

Staging Day $ 110.00 $ 110.00
Week $ 220.00 $ 220.00
Month $ 295.00 $ 295.00
Each Additional Month $ 145.00 $ 145.00
Emergency
Utility Emergency (subject to trench
cut fee) $ 40.00 $ 40.00
Improvement
s
Curb, Gutter & Sidewalk Inspection
$400 (up to 100 LF),
$75 each additional 25
LF)
$400 (up to 100 LF),
$75 each additional 25
LF)
Driveway- Residential $ 295.00 $ 295.00
Driveway- Commercial $ 400.00 $ 400.00
Sidewalk only
$295 (up to 100 LF,
$50 each additional 25
LF)
$295 (up to 100 LF,
$50 each additional 25
LF)
Sign/Banner $ 300.00 $ 300.00
Inspection Services (Billing Rate) $115.00/Hour $115.00/Hour Surveying
Services Staking of Curbing & Gutter $9.25/LF up to 55'; $2.75/LF thereafter
$9.25/LF up to 55';
$2.75/LF thereafter
Trench Cut Moratorium Streets
Longitudinal & Inspection (per street)
$1000 for 1st 100 LF,
$110 for each
additional 150 LF.
$1000 for 1st 100 LF,
$110 for each
additional 150 LF.

Transverse & Inspection (per street)
$295 per, no road
closure. $500 per, with
road closure. $100
each additional on
same street.
$295 per, no road
closure. $500 per, with
road closure. $100
each additional on
same street.

Non Moratorium Streets
Longitudinal & Inspection (per street) N/A N/A
Transverse & Inspection (per street) N/A N/A
Inspection Services (Billing Rate) $115.00/Hour $115.00/Hour Grading Infill Permit Application $ 145.00 $ 145.00
Plan Check ($250.00 min.) 2.5% of Eng. Estimate* 2.5% of Eng. Estimate* Inspection ($250.00 min.) 2.0% of Eng. Estimate* 2.0% of Eng. Estimate* Inspection Services (Billing Rate) $115.00/Hour $115.00/Hour City of Ridgecrest
Schedule of Fees
Fiscal Year 2025-2026
DEPARTMENT: ENGINEERING
Admin. Application fee applied on a per month basis
Fee
Category
Sub
Category
Description
of Fee
FY 2026
Fee
FY 2025
Fee
Land Division Permit Application $ 145.00 $ 145.00
Plan ($500.00 min.) 2.5% of Eng. Estimate* 2.5% of Eng. Estimate* Inspection ($500.00 min.) 2.0% of Eng. Estimate* 2.0% of Eng. Estimate* Inspection Services (Billing Rate) $115.00/Hour $115.00/Hour Public Improvements Infill Plan Check ($500.00 min.) 2.5% of Eng. Estimate* 2.5% of Eng. Estimate* Inspection ($500.00 min.) 3.0% of Eng. Estimate* 3.0% of Eng. Estimate* Inspection Services (Billing Rate) $115.00/Hour $115.00/Hour Land Division Plan Check ($500.00 min.) 2.5% of Eng. Estimate* 2.5% of Eng. Estimate* Inspection ($500.00 min.) 3.0% of Eng. Estimate* 3.0% of Eng. Estimate* Inspection Services (Billing Rate) $115.00/Hour $115.00/Hour Studies All Admin. Application $ 85.00 $ 85.00
Engineering Study Review
$1,500 deposit + actual
time spent*
$1,500 deposit + actual
time spent*
Traffic/Drainage Study Review
$500 deposit + actual
time spent*
$500 deposit + actual
time spent*
Subdivision of land Tentative Map (All)
$3000 deposit + actual
time spent
$3000 deposit + actual
time spent
Tentative Map Amendment
$1500 deposit + actual
time spent
$1500 deposit + actual
time spent
Easement Document Review $ 900.00 $ 900.00
Easement Dedication to City $ 900.00 $ 900.00
Time Extension See Planning See Planning
Grading See above See above
Public Improvement See above See above
Final Parcel Map
$4,000 deposit +
actual time spent*
$4,000 deposit +
actual time spent*
Final Tract Map
$5,000 deposit +
actual time spent*
$5,000 deposit +
actual time spent*
Improvement Agreement & Securities
$2,500 deposit +
actual time spent*
$2,500 deposit +
actual time spent*
Development Agreement Review
$4,000 deposit +
actual time spent*
$4,000 deposit +
actual time spent*
Development Agreement Amendment
$3,000 deposit +
actual time spent*
$3,000 deposit +
actual time spent*
City of Ridgecrest
Schedule of Fees
Fiscal Year 2025-2026
DEPARTMENT: ENGINEERING
Fee
Category
Sub
Category
Description
of Fee
FY 2026
Fee
FY 2025
Fee
Misc. Certificate of Correction
$1,000 deposit +
actual time spent*
$1,000 deposit +
actual time spent*
Parcel Map Waiver
$1,000 deposit +
actual time spent*
$1,000 deposit +
actual time spent*
Reversion to Acreage
$1,500 deposit +
actual time spent*
$1,500 deposit +
actual time spent*
Street & Alley Vacation
$2,500 deposit +
actual time spent*
$2,500 deposit +
actual time spent*
All other projects (Deposit Based)
$2,500 deposit +
actual time spent*
$2,500 deposit +
actual time spent*
**** Plan reviews will not begin prior to the paying of any plan review fees. ***** Encroachment permits are valid for one (1) year

1. City shall retain full authority and discretion in retaining consultants as needed to provide services.

2. Charges for third-party consultants or outside services will equal actual contract costs plus 25% administrative charge and/or

3. Actual costs are based on time and materials. Time is the fully burdened hour rate of an employee.

DEPARTMENT: ENGINEERING
*Rate described is for work completed by City staff. If consultant services are utilized fee shall be actual consultant fee plus 25% administrative processing, plus $1,500 deposit for City Staff review. Final billing will be based on fully burdened rate for all involved staff plus any outside costs. Funds may be drawn from other Engineering services. **All credit card payments will be charged a 2.95% or a $3.00 minimum service fee. *** All fees include a maximum of three (3) Plan Checks, all additional plan checks will be 20% of the original fee.

Fiscal Year 2025-2026
City of Ridgecrest
Schedule of Fees
Fee
Category
Description
of Fee
FY 2026
Fee
FY 2025
Fee
Regular/Adult Single Ride $ 2.50 $ 2.50
Single Ride - Inyokern $ 2.50 $ 2.50
Single Ride - County $ 2.00 $ 2.00
Single Ride - Randsburg $ 8.00 $ 8.00
Ridgecrest Monthly $ 45.00 $ 45.00
Inyokern Monthly $ 45.00 $ 45.00
Senior/Handicapped Single Ride $ 1.25 $ 1.25
Single Ride - Inyokern $ 1.25 $ 1.25
Single Ride - County $ 1.00 $ 1.00
Single Ride - Randsburg $ 4.00 $ 4.00
Ridgecrest Monthly $ 35.00 $ 35.00
Inyokern Monthly $ 35.00 $ 35.00
Youth Single Ride $ 1.25 $ 1.25
Single Ride - Inyokern $ 1.25 $ 1.25
Single Ride - County $ 1.00 $ 1.00
Single Ride - Randsburg $ 4.00 $ 4.00
Ridgecrest Monthly $ 35.00 $ 35.00
Inyokern Monthly $ 35.00 $ 35.00
Student (W/ Student ID) Single Ride $ 1.25 $ 1.25
Single Ride - Inyokern $ 1.25 $ 1.25
Single Ride - County $ 1.00 $ 1.00
Ridgecrest Monthly $ 35.00 $ 35.00
Inyokern Monthly $ 35.00 $ 35.00
Punch Pass Punch Pass $ 10.00 $ 10.00
Advertising Outside of Bus (7'x22") $250/month $250/month Inside of Every Bus (11"x17") $250/month $250/month
City of Ridgecrest
Schedule of Fees
Fiscal Year 2025-2026
DEPARTMENT: TRANSIT - BUS PASSES
*All credit card payments will be charged a 2.95% or a $3.00 minimum service fee.

CITY OF RIDGECREST
ANNUAL BUDGET FY 2025-2026
Exhibit F – Salary Schedule
JOB TITLE GRADE STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5 STEP 6 Monthly 774.00
Monthly 200.00
Hourly Salary Range 80.0000 - 108.9474
Monthly 13,866.67 - 18,884.22
Deputy City Hourly 76.0372 79.8391 83.8311 88.0227 92.4238 97.0450 Manager/PW Dir Monthly 13,179.78 13,838.78 14,530.72 15,257.27 16,020.13 16,821.13 Deputy Hourly 64.7409 67.9779 71.3768 74.9456 78.6929 82.6275 City Manager Monthly 11,221.76 11,782.84 12,371.98 12,990.57 13,640.10 14,322.10 Hourly 64.7409 67.9779 71.3768 74.9456 78.6929 82.6275
Monthly 11,221.76 11,782.84 12,371.98 12,990.57 13,640.10 14,322.10 Director of Hourly 64.7409 67.9779 71.3768 74.9456 78.6929 82.6275 Finance Monthly 11,221.76 11,782.84 12,371.98 12,990.57 13,640.10 14,322.10 Director of Hourly 64.7409 67.9779 71.3768 74.9456 78.6929 82.6275 Community Dev Monthly 11,221.76 11,782.84 12,371.98 12,990.57 13,640.10 14,322.10 Director of Parks Hourly 51.4202 53.9912 56.6908 59.5253 62.5016 65.6267 and Recreation Monthly 8,912.83 9,358.47 9,826.41 10,317.72 10,833.61 11,375.29 Director of Public Hourly 64.7409 67.9779 71.3768 74.9456 78.6929 82.6275 Works Monthly 11,221.76 11,782.84 12,371.98 12,990.57 13,640.10 14,322.10 Each department head has his/her own employment contract. 9999
9550
9500
9653
9500
9990
9500
9998
9500
Elected Official
Appointed Official
9980
City Manager
Chief of Police
Salary Schedule for Management (Department Heads) & City Council Effective on July 1, 2025
JOB TITLE GRADE STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5 STEP 6 STEP 7 STEP 8 STEP 9 STEP 10 STEP 11 Accounting Hourly 36.5989 38.4288 40.3502 42.3677 44.4861 46.7104 47.8782 Supervisor Monthly 6,343.81 6,660.99 6,994.03 7,343.73 7,710.92 8,096.47 8,298.89 Hourly 39.4012 41.3713 43.4399 45.6119 47.8925 50.2871 51.5443 52.8329 54.1537 55.5075 56.8952 Monthly 6,829.54 7,171.03 7,529.58 7,906.06 8,301.37 8,716.43 8,934.35 9,157.70 9,386.64 9,621.30 9,861.83 Assistant Finance Hourly 40.2588 42.2717 44.3853 46.6046 48.9348 51.3815 52.6660 53.9827 55.3323 56.7156 58.1335 Director Monthly 6,978.19 7,327.09 7,693.45 8,078.13 8,482.03 8,906.13 9,128.77 9,357.00 9,590.93 9,830.70 10,076.47 Hourly 40.2588 42.2717 44.3853 46.6046 48.9348 51.3815 52.6660 53.9827 55.3323 56.7156 58.1335 Monthly 6,978.19 7,327.09 7,693.45 8,078.13 8,482.03 8,906.13 9,128.77 9,357.00 9,590.93 9,830.70 10,076.47 Hourly 39.4012 41.3713 43.4399 45.6119 47.8925 50.2871 51.5443 52.8329 54.1537 55.5075 56.8952 Monthly 6,829.54 7,171.03 7,529.58 7,906.06 8,301.37 8,716.43 8,934.35 9,157.70 9,386.64 9,621.30 9,861.83 Chief Plant Hourly 43.4883 45.6627 47.9458 50.3431 52.8603 55.5033 Operator Monthly 7,537.97 7,914.87 8,310.61 8,726.14 9,162.45 9,620.57 Comm & Econ Hourly 40.2588 42.2717 44.3853 46.6046 48.9348 51.3815 52.6660 53.9827 55.3323 56.7156 58.1335 Development Manager Monthly 6,978.19 7,327.09 7,693.45 8,078.13 8,482.03 8,906.13 9,128.77 9,357.00 9,590.93 9,830.70 10,076.47 Information Hourly 39.4012 41.3713 43.4399 45.6119 47.8925 50.2871 51.5443 52.8329 54.1537 55.5075 56.8952 Technology Manager Monthly 6,829.54 7,171.03 7,529.58 7,906.06 8,301.37 8,716.43 8,934.35 9,157.70 9,386.64 9,621.30 9,861.83 Parks Maintenance Hourly 36.5989 38.4288 40.3502 42.3677 44.4861 46.7104 47.8782 Supervisor Monthly 6,343.81 6,660.99 6,994.03 7,343.73 7,710.92 8,096.47 8,298.89 Police Hourly 47.2577 49.6206 52.1016 54.7067 57.4420 60.3141 61.8220 63.3676 64.9518 66.5756 68.2400 Captain Monthly 8,191.33 8,600.90 9,030.94 9,482.49 9,956.61 10,454.44 10,715.81 10,983.72 11,258.31 11,539.77 11,828.27 Public Works Hourly 36.5989 38.4288 40.3502 42.3677 44.4861 46.7104 47.8782 Supervisor Monthly 6,343.81 6,660.99 6,994.03 7,343.73 7,710.92 8,096.47 8,298.89 Hourly 38.7311 40.6677 42.7011 44.8362 47.0780 49.4319 50.6677 51.9344 53.2328 54.5636 55.9277 Monthly 6,713.39 7,049.07 7,401.52 7,771.61 8,160.19 8,568.20 8,782.40 9,001.96 9,227.02 9,457.69 9,694.13 Transit Services Hourly 38.7311 40.6677 42.7011 44.8362 47.0780 49.4319 50.6677 51.9344 53.2328 54.5636 55.9277 Coordinator Monthly 6,713.39 7,049.07 7,401.52 7,771.61 8,160.19 8,568.20 8,782.40 9,001.96 9,227.02 9,457.69 9,694.13 8598
8667
City Clerk
City Planner 8653
Senior Engineer 8667
8598
8636
8653
8877
Salary Schedule for Mid-Management
8636
8593
Administrative Analyst III 8653
Effective on July 1, 2025
8636
8598
TITLE GRADE STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5 STEP 6 STEP 7 STEP 8 STEP 9 STEP 10 STEP 11 Hourly 17.4201 18.2911 19.2057 20.1660 21.1743 22.2330 22.7888 23.3585 23.9425 Monthly 3,019.48 3,170.46 3,328.99 3,495.44 3,670.21 3,853.72 3,950.06 4,048.81 4,150.03 Accounts Payable Hourly 17.4202 18.2912 19.2058 20.1661 21.1744 22.2331 22.7889 23.3586 23.9426 24.5412 25.1547 Technician Monthly 3,019.50 3,170.47 3,329.01 3,495.46 3,670.23 3,853.74 3,950.08 4,048.82 4,150.05 4,253.81 4,360.15 Hourly 23.1620 24.3201 25.5361 26.8129 28.1535 29.5612 30.3002 31.0577 31.8341 32.6300 33.4458 Monthly 4,014.75 4,215.48 4,426.26 4,647.57 4,879.94 5,123.94 5,252.03 5,383.33 5,517.91 5,655.87 5,797.27 Hourly 28.5486 29.9760 31.4748 33.0485 34.7009 36.4359 37.3468 38.2805 39.2375 40.2184 41.2239 Monthly 4,948.42 5,195.84 5,455.63 5,728.41 6,014.82 6,315.56 6,473.45 6,635.29 6,801.17 6,971.19 7,145.48 Administrative Hourly 25.2517 26.5143 27.8400 29.2320 30.6936 32.2283 33.0340 33.8599 34.7064 35.5741 36.4635 Analyst I Monthly 4,376.96 4,595.81 4,825.60 5,066.88 5,320.22 5,586.24 5,725.89 5,869.05 6,015.78 6,166.18 6,320.34 Administrative Hourly 29.5685 31.0469 32.5992 34.2292 35.9407 37.7377 38.6811 39.6481 40.6393 41.6553 42.6967 Analyst II Monthly 5,125.21 5,381.46 5,650.53 5,933.06 6,229.72 6,541.20 6,704.72 6,872.34 7,044.15 7,220.25 7,400.76 Cultural Affairs Hourly 18.3031 19.2183 20.1792 21.1882 22.2476 23.3600 23.9440 24.5426 25.1562 25.7851 26.4297 Coordinator Monthly 3,172.54 3,331.17 3,497.73 3,672.62 3,856.25 4,049.07 4,150.29 4,254.05 4,360.41 4,469.42 4,581.15 Human Resources Hourly 29.5685 31.0469 32.5992 34.2292 35.9407 37.7377 38.6811 39.6481 40.6393 41.6553 42.6967 Administrator Monthly 5,125.21 5,381.46 5,650.53 5,933.06 6,229.72 6,541.20 6,704.72 6,872.34 7,044.15 7,220.25 7,400.76 Information Systems Hourly 29.5685 31.0469 32.5992 34.2292 35.9407 37.7377 38.6811 39.6481 40.6393 41.6553 42.6967 Specialist Monthly 5,125.21 5,381.46 5,650.53 5,933.06 6,229.72 6,541.20 6,704.72 6,872.34 7,044.15 7,220.25 7,400.76 Information Systems Hourly 19.8450 20.8373 21.8792 22.9732 24.1219 25.3280 25.9612 26.6102 27.2755 27.9574 28.6563 Technician Monthly 3,439.80 3,611.80 3,792.39 3,982.02 4,181.13 4,390.19 4,499.94 4,612.43 4,727.75 4,845.95 4,967.09 Junior Hourly 23.1620 24.3201 25.5361 26.8129 28.1535 29.5612 30.3002 31.0577 31.8341 32.6300 33.4458 Accountant Monthly 4,014.75 4,215.48 4,426.26 4,647.57 4,879.94 5,123.94 5,252.03 5,383.33 5,517.91 5,655.87 5,797.27 Hourly 25.8093 27.0998 28.4548 29.8775 31.3714 32.9400 33.7635 34.6076 35.4728 36.3596 37.2686 Monthly 4,473.61 4,697.30 4,932.17 5,178.77 5,437.71 5,709.60 5,852.34 5,998.65 6,148.62 6,302.33 6,459.89 Hourly 25.2517 26.5143 27.8400 29.2320 30.6936 32.2283 33.0340 33.8599 34.7064 35.5741 36.4635 Monthly 4,376.96 4,595.81 4,825.60 5,066.88 5,320.22 5,586.24 5,725.89 5,869.05 6,015.78 6,166.18 6,320.34 Hourly 17.3644 18.2326 19.1442 20.1014 21.1065 22.1618 22.7158 23.2837 23.8658 24.4624 25.0740 Monthly 3,009.83 3,160.32 3,318.33 3,484.24 3,658.46 3,841.38 3,937.41 4,035.84 4,136.74 4,240.15 4,346.16 Hourly 26.8195 28.1605 29.5685 31.0469 32.5992 34.2292 35.0849 35.9620 36.8611 37.7826 38.7272 Monthly 4,648.71 4,881.15 5,125.21 5,381.46 5,650.53 5,933.06 6,081.38 6,233.41 6,389.26 6,548.98 6,712.71 Hourly 29.5685 31.0469 32.5992 34.2292 35.9407 37.7377 38.6811 39.6481 40.6393 41.6553 42.6967 Monthly 5,125.21 5,381.46 5,650.53 5,933.06 6,229.72 6,541.20 6,704.72 6,872.34 7,044.15 7,220.25 7,400.76 WasteWater Hourly 33.2056 34.8659 36.6092 38.4397 40.3617 42.3798 Foreman Monthly 5,755.64 6,043.42 6,345.59 6,662.88 6,996.03 7,345.83 7559
Salary Schedule for Confidential Group
Effective on July 1, 2025
6468
6568
Account Clerk
Accountant
Accounts Recievable
Specialist 6555
7270
6170
7804
6663
7680
6539
7680
7130
7625
6555
7591
7181
Transit Operations
Supervisor
Payroll Technician
6625
Transit Administrator
/Dispatcher
Police Clerk Supervisor
Recreation Assistant
JOB TITLE GRADE STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5 STEP 6 STEP 7 STEP 8 STEP 9 STEP 10 Animal Control Hourly 18.5823 19.5114 20.4870 21.5114 22.5870 23.7164 24.3093 24.9170 Officer Monthly 3,220.93 3,381.98 3,551.08 3,728.64 3,915.08 4,110.84 4,213.61 4,318.95 Animal Control Hourly 22.4358 23.5576 24.7355 25.9723 27.2709 28.6344 29.3503 30.0841 30.8362 31.6071 Supervisor Monthly 3,888.87 4,083.32 4,287.49 4,501.87 4,726.96 4,963.30 5,087.39 5,214.58 5,344.94 5,478.56 Community Service Hourly 19.3349 20.3016 21.3167 22.3825 23.5016 24.6767 25.2936 25.9259 26.5740 27.2384 Officer Monthly 3,351.38 3,518.94 3,694.89 3,879.63 4,073.61 4,277.29 4,384.22 4,493.82 4,606.16 4,721.32 Police Hourly 20.5923 21.6219 22.7030 23.8382 25.0301 26.2816 26.9386 27.6121 28.3024 29.0100 Dispatch Monthly 3,569.33 3,747.80 3,935.19 4,131.95 4,338.55 4,555.48 4,669.36 4,786.10 4,905.75 5,028.40 Kennel Hourly 17.1625 18.0206 18.9216 19.8677 20.8611 21.9042 Attendant Monthly 2,974.83 3,123.57 3,279.74 3,443.73 3,615.92 3,796.73 Property Hourly 19.3709 20.3394 21.3564 22.4242 23.5454 24.7227 25.3408 25.9743 Evidence Clerk Monthly 3,357.62 3,525.50 3,701.78 3,886.86 4,081.20 4,285.27 4,392.41 4,502.21 Police Hourly 29.5022 30.9773 32.5262 34.1525 35.8601 37.6531 Officer Monthly 5,113.71 5,369.40 5,637.87 5,919.77 6,215.75 6,526.54 Hourly 25.2937
Monthly 4,384.24
Hourly 39.9236 41.9198 44.0158 46.2166
Monthly 6,920.09 7,266.10 7,629.41 8,010.88
Police Officer
Trainee 4237
Police Sergeant 5867
Salary Schedule for PEAR
Effective on July 1, 2025
4151
4837
4772
5802
4221
5816
4762
TITLE GRADE STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5 STEP 6 STEP 7 STEP 8 STEP 9 STEP 10 STEP 11 STEP 12** STEP 13***
Code Enforcement Hourly 21.2684 22.3318 23.4484 24.6208 25.8518 27.1444 27.8230 28.5186 29.2316 29.9624 30.7115 31.4793 32.2663 Officer Monthly 3,686.52 3,870.85 4,064.39 4,267.61 4,480.98 4,705.03 4,822.65 4,943.22 5,066.81 5,193.48 5,323.33 5,456.41 5,592.83 Community Dev Hourly 17.9979 18.8978 19.8427 20.8348 21.8765 22.9703 23.5446 24.1332 24.7365 25.3549 25.9888 26.6385 27.3045 Technician Monthly 3,119.64 3,275.62 3,439.40 3,611.37 3,791.93 3,981.52 4,081.06 4,183.09 4,287.66 4,394.85 4,504.73 4,617.34 4,732.78 Transit Hourly 21.1581 22.2160 23.3268 24.4931 25.7178 27.0037 27.6788 28.3708 29.0801 29.8071 30.5523 Driver Monthly 3,667.40 3,850.77 4,043.31 4,245.47 4,457.75 4,680.64 4,797.66 4,917.61 5,040.55 5,166.56 5,295.73 Hourly 27.1573 28.5152 29.9410 31.4381 33.0100 34.6605 35.5270 36.4152 37.3256 38.2587 39.2152 40.1956 41.2005 Monthly 4,707.27 4,942.63 5,189.77 5,449.27 5,721.73 6,007.82 6,158.01 6,311.97 6,469.77 6,631.51 6,797.30 6,967.24 7,141.42 Hourly 31.3035 32.8687 34.5121 36.2377 38.0496 39.9521 40.9509 41.9747 43.0241 44.0997 45.2022 46.3323 47.4906 Monthly 5,425.94 5,697.24 5,982.10 6,281.20 6,595.26 6,925.03 7,098.16 7,275.61 7,457.51 7,643.95 7,835.05 8,030.93 8,231.70 Fleet Hourly 20.7243 21.7605 22.8485 23.9909 25.1904 26.4499 27.1111 27.7889 28.4836 29.1957 29.9256 30.6737 31.4405 Mechanic I Monthly 3,592.21 3,771.82 3,960.41 4,158.42 4,366.34 4,584.65 4,699.26 4,816.74 4,937.16 5,060.59 5,187.10 5,316.77 5,449.69 Fleet Hourly 22.9634 24.1116 25.3172 26.5831 27.9123 29.3079 30.0406 30.7916 31.5614 32.3504 33.1592 33.9882 34.8379 Mechanic II Monthly 3,980.32 4,179.34 4,388.31 4,607.74 4,838.13 5,080.04 5,207.04 5,337.21 5,470.64 5,607.40 5,747.59 5,891.29 6,038.57 Fleet Hourly 25.3172 26.5831 27.9123 29.3079 30.7733 32.3120 33.1198 33.9478 34.7965 35.6664 36.5581 37.4721 38.4089 Mechanic III Monthly 4,388.31 4,607.74 4,838.13 5,080.04 5,334.04 5,600.75 5,740.77 5,884.29 6,031.39 6,182.18 6,336.74 6,495.16 6,657.54 Maintenance Hourly 17.1379 17.9948 18.8945 19.8392 20.8312 21.8728 22.4196 22.9801 23.5546 Worker I Monthly 2,970.57 3,119.10 3,275.05 3,438.79 3,610.74 3,791.29 3,886.06 3,983.22 4,082.80 Maintenance Hourly 18.8945 19.8392 20.8312 21.8728 22.9664 24.1147 24.7176 25.3355 25.9689 Worker II Monthly 3,275.05 3,438.79 3,610.74 3,791.29 3,980.84 4,179.88 4,284.38 4,391.49 4,501.28 Maintenance Hourly 20.8312 21.8728 22.9664 24.1147 25.3204 26.5864 27.2511 27.9324 28.6307 Worker III Monthly 3,610.74 3,791.29 3,980.84 4,179.88 4,388.87 4,608.31 4,723.52 4,841.62 4,962.65 Assistant Planning Hourly 17.9979 18.8978 19.8427 20.8348 21.8765 22.9703 23.5446 24.1332 24.7365 25.3549 25.9888 Technician Monthly 3,119.64 3,275.62 3,439.40 3,611.37 3,791.93 3,981.52 4,081.06 4,183.09 4,287.66 4,394.85 4,504.73 Associate Planning Hourly 24.7151 25.9509 27.2484 28.6108 30.0413 31.5434 32.3320 33.1403 33.9688 34.8180 35.6885 36.5807 37.4952 Technician Monthly 4,283.95 4,498.16 4,723.06 4,959.21 5,207.16 5,467.52 5,604.21 5,744.32 5,887.93 6,035.12 6,186.01 6,340.65 6,499.17 Hourly 17.9948 18.8945 19.8392 20.8312 21.8728 22.9664 23.5406 24.1291 24.7323 25.3506 25.9844 26.6340 27.2999 Monthly 3,119.10 3,275.05 3,438.79 3,610.74 3,791.29 3,980.84 4,080.37 4,182.38 4,286.93 4,394.10 4,503.96 4,616.56 4,731.98 Traffic Hourly 32.7970 34.4369 36.1587 37.9666 39.8649 41.8581 42.9046 43.9772 45.0766 46.2035 47.3586 48.5426 49.7562 Engineer Monthly 5,684.81 5,969.06 6,267.51 6,580.88 6,909.92 7,255.40 7,436.80 7,622.71 7,813.28 8,008.61 8,208.82 8,414.05 8,624.41 Wastewater Hourly 24.2847 25.4989 26.7738 28.1125 29.5181 30.2561 31.0125 Operator I Monthly 4,209.35 4,419.81 4,640.79 4,872.83 5,116.47 5,244.39 5,375.50 Wastewater Hourly 26.0965 27.4013 28.7714 30.2100 31.7205 32.5135 33.3263 Operator II Monthly 4,523.39 4,749.56 4,987.04 5,236.40 5,498.22 5,635.67 5,776.56 Wastewater Hourly 30.3457 31.8630 33.4562 35.1290 36.8855 37.8076 38.7528 Operator III Monthly 5,259.92 5,522.92 5,799.07 6,089.03 6,393.49 6,553.32 6,717.15 Wastewater Hourly 24.8129 26.0535 27.3562 28.7240 30.1602 30.9142 31.6871 Inspector Monthly 4,300.90 4,515.94 4,741.74 4,978.83 5,227.77 5,358.46 5,492.43 Wastewater Hourly 19.1743 20.1330 21.1397 22.1967
Trainee Monthly 3,323.55 3,489.72 3,664.21 3,847.43
** To be eligible in this step, the employee must be employed by the City for over 15 years and at least one year in top step. *** To be eligible in this step, the employee must be employed by the City for over 20 years and at least one year in step 12.

Engineer I
Engineer II
Police Clerk
3183
2280
2285
3245
2150
2170
2215
3270
2175
2201
3265
Salary Schedule for UFCW Local 8
Effective on July 1, 2025
3221
2201
3150
3295
2195
2185
2140
3145
2245
TITLE GRADE STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5 STEP 6 STEP 7 STEP 8 STEP 9 STEP 10 STEP 11 Recreation Leader I 1020 Hourly 16.5375 17.3644 18.2326 19.1442 20.1014 21.1065 21.6342 22.1751 Recreation Leader II 1021 Hourly 17.0888 17.9432 18.8404 19.7824 20.7715 21.8101 22.3554 22.9143 Recreation Leader III 1022 Hourly 17.6400 18.5220 19.4481 20.4205 21.4415 22.5136 23.0764 23.6533 P/T PACT Coordinator 1035 Hourly 16.9455 17.7928 18.6824 19.6165 20.5973 21.6272 22.1679 22.7221 23.2902 P/T Background Investigator 1040 Hourly 21.2684 22.3318 23.4484 24.6208 25.8518 27.1444 27.8230 28.5186 29.2316 29.9624 30.7115 P/T Administrative Analyst I 1063 Hourly 25.2517 26.5143 27.8400 29.2320 30.6936 32.2283 33.0340 33.8599 34.7064 35.5741 36.4635 Community Development Clerk 1037 Hourly 18.8404 19.7824 20.7715 21.8101 22.9006 24.0456 24.6467 25.2629 25.8945 26.5419 27.2054 Salary Schedule for Part-time
Effective on July 1, 2025
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Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

STAFF REPORT
SUBJECT: Initializing Staff To Prepare An Engineers Report For The Intent To Levy And Collection Of Assessments For Drainage Benefit Assessment District 2016-1 (The “District”) For Fiscal Year 2025/2026, Pursuant To The Provisions Of The Benefit Assessment Act Of 1982, Being Chapter 6.4 Of The California Government Code; And The Announcement Of A Public Hearing On June 18, 2025 For The Proposed Assessment PRESENTED BY: Travis Reed, Director of Public Works
SUMMARY:

The items scheduled for consideration at this meeting will open the process and allow the City to levy assessments for Fiscal Year 25-26 through the Kern County AssessorRecorder’s office for collection via property tax bills.

Should the City Council conclude, staff will prepare a Draft Engineer’s Annual Levy Report, file said report with the City Clerk, and schedule a public hearing to receive comments from interested persons. The staff recommended date for the public hearing shall be June 18, 2025, in Council Chambers at 6 pm. Said hearing will discuss any recommended changes and items that are in need of amending.

NO ACTION SHOULD BE TAKEN ON THE RESOLUTION ORDERING THE MAINTENANCE OF EXISTING IMPROVEMENTS.

After the public hearing, staff will modify the report as directed and bring the matter back for final approval, tentatively set for July 16, 2025. The changes to the assessment must be concluded by July 30, 2025, to meet the final filing deadline with the Kern County AssessorRecorder’s office. A final resolution and adoption of the Engineers Annual Levy Report must be completed by August 8, 2025.

Staff recommends as Follows:

1. Authorize a public hearing on June 18, 2025 to receive oral statements and written comments concerning the City of Ridgecrest Drainage Benefit Assessment District 2016-1 for Fiscal Year 25-26.

2. Direct staff to complete the Draft Engineers Annual Levy Report prior to the public hearing so:
a. A draft budget can be reviewed.
b. Any use of Drainage Benefit Assessment District 2016-1 reserve fund can be identified.
c. And, if necessary, the supplemental amount from the City General Fund can be identified.

Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

STAFF REPORT
The formation of Drainage Benefit Assessment District No. 2016-1 was established in 2016 pursuant to the provisions of the Benefit Assessment Act of 1982, being Chapter 6.4 of the California Government Code, commencing with Section 54703.

The City of Ridgecrest is perpetuating the District to continue a dedicated revenue source to fund the expenses related to the special benefit to properties in the District to pay for the ongoing maintenance, operation and servicing of the local drainage improvements established in connection with development of the properties within the residential subdivisions known as a portion of Tract No. 6740, all of Tentative Tract No. 6700 and all of Tentative/Developed Tract No. 6775 which are generally located on the west side of College Heights Boulevard, just North of Kendall Avenue and South of Springer Ave. The District includes a portion of Tract 6740 with fifty-three (53), TTM 6775 with seventy-six (76) and TTM 6700 with fifty-three (53) single-family residential properties, associated public drainage easements drainage basin as identified on the approved tract maps for Tract No. 6740, TTM 6700 and TTM 6775.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The Estimated total budget cost to the District is $4,031.06. Annual maintenance costs are funded through the assessments placed on the property tax bills, and is further described as follows:

Drainage District Item Cost
2016-1 Drainage Sump Expenses
(Increased by 7k Maint.
provided in FY25)
$7500.00
Incidentals
(reserve/printing/postage/co
unty collection/city
overhead)
$3,530.00
Levy Per EBU $91.87
Max Levy Per EBU $122.605
Total Benefit Unit 125.5
Balance to Levy $11,529.68
Reserve Fund
(Contribution)/Collection
$250.00
Total amount collected
(Amount Required +
Reserve Contribution)
$11,529.68
Estimated Reserve Balance $35,113.74
Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

STAFF REPORT
The amount levied per the establishing Engineers report may be increased by 3.5% annually. The previous year levied was $32.12, this year’s levy has been increased to $91.87 due to sump maintenance and erosion protection caused by run off and storms, and represents what staff feels is necessary for the continued operation and maintenance of the District.

The City General Fund Contribution will be $0.00.

ACTION REQUESTED:

1.) Authorize a public hearing on June 18, 2025 to receive oral statements and written comments concerning the City of Ridgecrest Drainage Benefit Assessment District 2016-1 for Fiscal Year 25-26.

2.) Direct staff to complete the Draft Engineers Annual Levy Report prior to the public hearing so:
a. A draft budget can be reviewed.
b. Any use of Drainage Benefit Assessment District 2016-1 reserve fund can be identified.
c. And, if necessary, the supplemental amount from the City General Fund can be identified.

CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDATION:

Action as requested
Submitted by: Travis Reed Action Date: June 4, 2025
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RESOLUTION NO. 25 - Xx

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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

RIDGECREST, CALIFORNIA INITIALIZING STAFF TO PREPARE AN

ENGINEERS REPORT FOR THE INTENT TO LEVY AND COLLECTION

OF ASSESSMENTS FOR DRAINAGE BENEFIT ASSESSMENT
DISTRICT 2016-1 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025/2026, PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE BENEFIT ASSESSMENT ACT OF 1982, BEING CHAPTER 6.4 OF THE CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE; AND THE
ANNOUNCEMENT OF A PUBLIC HEARING ON JUNE 5, 2024 FOR THE

PROPOSED ASSESSMENT
The City Council of the City of Ridgecrest (hereafter referred to as the “City Council”) does resolve as follows:

WHEREAS, The City Council by previous Resolutions formed and levied annual assessments for the Drainage Benefit Assessment District No. 2016-1 (hereafter referred to as the “District”), pursuant to the provisions of the Benefit Assessment Act of 1982, Being Chapter 6.4 of the California Government Code (commencing with section 54703) (hereafter referred to as the “Act”); and,
WHEREAS, the Act provides the City Council the authority to annually levy and collect assessment for the District on the Kern County tax roll on behalf of the City of Ridgecrest to pay the maintenance and services of the improvements and facilities related thereto; and,
WHEREAS, a public hearing must be held to declare the intention to levy and collect assessments, describe existing and proposed improvements, refer to the assessment district distinctively, indicate the general location of the district, refer to the report of the engineer to be filed with the City Clerk, give notice of the date, hour and place of the public hearing, as fixed by section 54716.b. of the provisions of the Benefit Assessment Act of 1982, Chapter 6.4 of the California Government Code, and stat whether the assessment is proposed to increase from the previous year; and, WHEREAS, the City Council directs City staff to prepare and file an Engineer’s Annual Levy Report (hereafter referred to as the “Engineer’s Report”) with the City Clerk in accordance with the Act.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, DETERMINED, AND ORDERED BY THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE DISTRICT, PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 6.4, SECTION 54715 OF THE ACT, AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1: The above recitals are true and correct.

Section 2: The City Council hereby orders City staff to prepare and file with the City Clerk the preliminary Engineer’s Report concerning the levy of assessments for the District for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2026, in accordance with Chapter 6.4, Section 54715 of the Act.

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Section 4: The City Council of the City of Ridgecrest does hereby set the public hearing to declare the intention to levy and collect assessments, for June 18, 2025 at 6:00 pm in the City Council Chambers, approves the Notice of Public Hearing, and directs the City Clerk to publish the notice.

Section 3: The proposed improvements within the District shall include: activities necessary to maintain and service the corresponding drainage improvements required within the district; including but not limited to:
material, labor, incidentals, repair, rehabilitation, storm drain, storm drain basisns/parks, sumps, sump slopes, sump pumps, drainage mains, sump slopes, weed abatement, site fencing, inlet and outlet structures, and all appurtenant facilities, equipment, materials and utilities related to the aforementioned improvements. The preliminary Engineer’s Report shall describe the improvements and any substantial changes in existing improvements.

Section 4: Assessments: The City Council hereby determines that to provide the improvements generally described in Section 3 of this resolution and to be detailed in the Engineer’s Report, it will be necessary to levy and collect assessments against all lots and parcels within the District, in which were not previously removed by resolution for fiscal year 2025/2026 and said assessments shall be outlined and described in the preliminary Engineer’s Report and imposed pursuant to the provisions of the Act and the California Constitution Article XIIID.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 4
th day of June, 2025.

Ayes:

Noes:

Absent:

Abstained:
__________________________________
Travis Endicott, Mayor of the
City of Ridgecrest, California
ATTEST:
_______________________________
Ricca Charlon, City Clerk of the
City of Ridgecrest, California
City of Ridgecrest
Drainage Benefit Assessment
District (DRAFT)
No. 2016-1
(TRACT MAP 6700, 6775 AND PARTS OF 6740)
ENGINEER’S REPORT FISCAL
YEAR 2025/2026
Intent Meeting: June 4, 2025
Public Hearing: June 18, 2025
Adoption: July 16, 2025
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ASSESSMENT ENGINEER'S AFFIDAVIT

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

Dated this ____________ day of ______________, 2025.

By: ________________________________
Travis Reed, Public Works Director
R.C.E. # 93828
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................................................................................ 3 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................... 4 PART I — PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................. 6 PROPERTIES WITHIN THE DISTRICT ................................................................................. 6 FUNDING AUTHORIZED BY THE 1982 ACT ........................................................................ 6 IMPROVEMENTS AND SERVICES ...................................................................................... 6 DRAINAGE MAINTENANCE .............................................................................................. 7 PART II — METHOD OF APPORTIONMENT .............................................................................. 8 BENEFIT ANALYSIS ........................................................................................................ 8 ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGY ........................................................................................ 9 Equivalent Benefit Units: ................................................................................. 10 Land Use Tracts 6700, 6775 and parts of Tract 6740 ..................................... 11 Assessment Calculations: ............................................................................... 12 ASSESSMENT RANGE FORMULA .................................................................................... 12 PART III — DISTRICT BUDGETS ............................................................................................... 14 PART IV — DISTRICT DIAGRAM ............................................................................................... 16 PART V — ASSESSMENT ROLL ................................................................................................ 17 MAXIMUM ASSESSMENT ROLL ....................................................................................... 18 ASSESSMENT ROLL FISCAL YEAR 2021/2022 ............................................................... 18 2025/2026 City of Ridgecrest 4 | Page
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INTRODUCTION
Pursuant to the provisions of the Benefit Assessment Act of 1982, being Chapter 6.4 of the California Government Code, commencing with Section 54703 (hereafter referred to as the “1982 Act”), and in compliance with the substantive and procedural requirements of the California State Constitution Article XIIID (hereafter referred to as the “California Constitution”), the City Council of the City of Ridgecrest, County of Kern, State of California (hereafter referred to as “City”), annually levies and collects special assessments in order to provide annual maintenance for Drainage Benefit Assessment District No. 2016-1 Tracts 6700, 6775 and parts of Tract 6740 (hereafter referred to as “District”), which includes all lots and parcels of land within Tracts 6700, 6775 and parts of Tract 6740 that will receive special benefit from the drainage improvements installed and maintenance in connection with the development of these residential subdivisions within the City limits of Ridgecrest.

This Engineer’s Report (hereafter referred to as “Report”) has been prepared for the District and the levy and collection of annual assessments in fiscal year 2025/2026, as required pursuant to Section 54716 of the 1982 Act.

This Report describes the District, the improvements, and will levy and collect annual assessments on the County tax roll. This will provide ongoing funding for the costs and expenses required to service and maintain drainage improvements and appurtenant facilities. These improvements are necessary and essential requirements for the development of the properties within the District. The improvements are essential for the protection of those properties and the surrounding ecological environment from flooding.

The improvements to be provided by the District and the assessments described herein are made pursuant to the 1982 Act and the substantive and procedural provisions of the California Constitution.

The budgets and assessments described in this Report are based on the planned improvements and development requirements associated with Tracts 6700, 6775 and parts of Tract 6740. The budgets described herein, represent an estimate of the direct expenditures, incidental expenses, and fund balances that will be necessary to ensure proper maintenance, servicing and funding needs to support the drainage improvements that provide special benefit to properties within the District.

The word “parcel,” for the purposes of this Report, refers to an individual property assigned its own Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN) by the Kern County Assessor’s Office. The Kern County Auditor-Controller uses Assessor’s Parcel Numbers and specific Fund Numbers to identify properties to be assessed on the tax roll for the special benefit assessments.

Each subsequent fiscal year, a Report shall be prepared and presented to the City Council describing any changes to the improvements, the services, the annual budget and assessments for that fiscal year, and the City Council shall hold a noticed public hearing regarding these matters prior to approving and ordering the levy of assessments.
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Part I
Plans and Specifications: A description of the District boundaries and the improvements associated with the District. The District is a single benefit zone encompassing all properties within the territory identified as Ridgecrest Drainage Benefit Assessment District 2016-1 (Tracts 6700, 6775 and parts of Tract 6740).

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

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

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

Reference is hereby made to the Kern County Assessor’s maps for a detailed description of the lines and dimensions of each lot and parcel of land within the District.

Part V
Assessment Roll: A listing of the assessment amount to be presented to the property owners of record in the protest ballot proceedings required pursuant to the provisions of the California Constitution. The assessment amount for each parcel is based on the parcel’s proportional special benefit as outlined in the method of apportionment and the initial maximum assessment rate.

This Report consists of five (5) parts:
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PART I — PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS

PROPERTIES WITHIN THE DISTRICT
Drainage Benefit Assessment District No. 2016-1, (Tracts 6700, 6775 and parts of Tract 6740), will consist of 182 residential properties, a park, and storm drain basin at build- out.

The purpose of the District is to ensure the ongoing maintenance, operation, and servicing of drainage improvements currently installed, or scheduled to be installed in connection with development of properties within the District. This District will provide the financial mechanism (annual assessments) by which the ongoing operation and maintenance of these improvements will be funded.

The District structure, improvements, method of apportionment and assessments described in this Report are based on current development and improvement plans including all estimated direct expenditures, incidental expenses, and reserves associated with the maintenance and servicing of the improvements.

The District is located within the boundaries of the City of Ridgecrest, generally situated on College Heights Blvd. South of W. Springer Ave., and North of W. Kendall Ave.

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

IMPROVEMENTS AND SERVICES
The purpose of this District is to fund the activities necessary to maintain and service the corresponding drainage improvements required of properties within the District. The maintenance and operation of these improvements may include but are not limited to all materials, equipment, labor, and incidental expenses deemed necessary to keep these improvements in satisfactory condition as well as the collection of assessment 2025/2026 City of Ridgecrest 7 | Page
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installments for the periodic service activities, repair or rehabilitation of various improvements and facilities (not capital improvements expenditures or replacement of the drainage infrastructure).

Detailed maps and descriptions of the location and extent of the improvements to be maintained by the District are on file in the Office of Public Works and by reference are made part of this Report. These plans and specifications may be amended or modified from time to time to reflect future property development within the District or necessary changes to the planned developments currently approved by the City. The net annual cost to provide and maintain the improvements determined to be of special benefit shall be allocated to each property in proportion to the special benefits received from those various improvements. The District improvements and services are generally described as:

DRAINAGE MAINTENANCE
For Tracts 6700, 6775 and parts of Tract 6740, the drainage improvements are as follows:
• Storm Drain Basin/Park
• Storm Drain Sumps
• Drainage Mains
• All appurtenant facilities, equipment, materials and utilities related to the aforementioned improvements.
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PART II — METHOD OF APPORTIONMENT
The 1982 Act permits the establishment of assessment districts by agencies for the purpose of providing for the maintenance, operation and servicing of drainage and flood control improvements as well as streets, roads and appurtenant facilities. The 1982 Act further requires that the cost of these improvements be levied according to benefit rather than assessed value:
“The amount of the assessment imposed on any parcel of property shall be related to the benefit to the parcel which will be derived from the provision of the service”.

Furthermore:
“The annual aggregate amount of the assessment shall not exceed the estimated annual cost of providing the service, except that the legislative body may, by resolution, determine that the estimated cost of work authorized … is greater than can be conveniently raised from a single annual assessment and order that the estimated cost shall be raised by an assessment levied and collected in installments…. The revenue derived from the assessment shall not be used to pay the cost of any service other than the service for which the assessment was levied.

The method of apportionment described in this Report for allocation of special benefit assessments reflects the composition of parcels within the District and the improvements and services provided, to fairly apportion the costs based on the special benefits to each parcel.

BENEFIT ANALYSIS
The ongoing maintenance and servicing of the District improvements is an integral part of the use and preservation of the properties within the District and as such confer a particular and distinct special benefit to those parcels. The proper maintenance of the improvements and appurtenant facilities allows individual parcels to be developed and used to their fullest extent by ensuring adequate drainage and proper control of excess water during hydrological events, which is essential to preservation and protection of private property. In reviewing the drainage analysis prepared in connection with the development of properties in Tracts 6700, 6775 and parts of Tract 6740 (which contains all parcels within the District) it was determined that improvements to be maintained through this District are only necessary to provide drainage and control of excess water during hydrological events for properties within the District. That analysis indicated that the drainage and flow of excess water during hydrological events from surrounding properties will not be addressed by the District improvements and these improvements are only necessary to mitigate water run-off from the properties in the District.

Therefore, it has been determined that these drainage improvements and the maintenance and servicing of such improvements is entirely a special benefit to properties in the District and there is no quantifiable general benefit to properties or the public at large.
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However, the drainage improvements proposed are paramount to the protection of existing public and private improvements which lie north of the subject district.

ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGY
All costs associated with the improvements and services shall be fairly distributed among the parcels based upon the special benefit received by each parcel. Additionally, in compliance with the California Constitution Article XIIID Section 4, each parcel’s assessment may not exceed the reasonable cost of the proportional special benefit conferred to that parcel. The method of apportionment established for this District and described herein, reflects the proportional special benefit each property receives from the improvements and services based on the actual land use of that parcel as compared to other properties within the District. The benefit formula used to determine the assessment obligation for each parcel is based upon both the type of improvements that benefit that particular parcel as well as the land use of each property as compared to other parcels that benefit from those specific improvements.

Upon review of the improvements and the development of properties within the District it has been determined that all properties receive similar special benefits from each of the improvements and services to be funded by annual assessments and a single zone of benefit is appropriate for the allocation of the assessments and proportional special benefit.

Furthermore, with the exception of the drainage sump, pocket park and public rights of way, all units within the District are zoned as residential.

Equivalent Benefit Units:

To assess benefits equitably it is necessary to relate each property’s proportional special benefits to the special benefits of other properties within the District. The method of apportionment established for most districts formed under the 1982 Benefit Act utilizes a weighted method of apportionment known as an Equivalent Benefit Unit (EBU) methodology that uses a weighted EBU based on an assessment formula that equates the property’s specific development characteristics such as land use and size to that of other properties in the District.

Because this district will ultimately be comprised of only properties that will be developed for residential use, the single-family residential unit or lot is assigned one (1.000) Equivalent Benefit Unit (EBU) and other property types (land uses) are proportionately weighted (weighted EBU) based on a benefit formula that equates each property’s specific characteristics and special benefits to that of the single-family residential unit. Based on the planned development of properties in Tract 6700 and Tract 6775, the following land use classifications and proportional EBUs are outlined in the following:

Single-Family Residential Property — is defined as a fully subdivided residential home site with or without a structure. For purposes of establishing the proportional special benefits and equivalent benefit units for other land uses in this District, the single-family residential land use is designated as the basic unit of assessment and shall be assigned 1.000 EBU per parcel.
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Vacant Property — is defined as property that has been identified as undeveloped, but has reasonable development potential (Few or no development restrictions). When considering the special benefits from the improvements it becomes evident that the proportional special benefits associated with vacant property is less than that of developed properties because the full improvement infrastructure associated with the property has likely not been installed, but they do benefit from the overall drainage improvements such as the drainage basin. Therefore, the Equivalent Benefit Units applied to these properties shall be based on 0.500 EBU per planned residential unit for the property or 1.000 EBU per acre if the number of planned residential units is unknown.

Exempt Property (Parcel) — identifies parcels that for various reasons, it has been determined that the parcel does not and will not receive special benefits from the improvements. This land use classification may include but is not limited to:
➢ Lots or parcels identified as public streets and other roadways (typically not assigned an APN by the County);
➢ Dedicated public easements including open space areas, utility rights-of-way, greenbelts, parkways, or other publicly-owned or utility-owned land that serves the community or general public and are not considered or classified as developed public properties, this excludes drainage devices such as cross gutters, spandrels, curb drains, inlets, etc. that are specifically designed to capture drainage of the area; ➢ Parcels of land that are privately owned, but cannot be developed independently from an adjacent property or is part of a shared interest with other properties, such as common areas, including parks, sliver parcels, bifurcated lots or properties with very restrictive development potential or use.

Because these properties either provide a public service that is comparable to landscaping or street lighting improvements, or they are dependent on another property or development, these types of parcels have no direct need for such improvements and are considered to receive no special benefits. Therefore, these parcels shall be exempt from assessment and are assigned 0.000 EBU. However, these properties shall be reviewed annually by the assessment engineer to confirm the parcel’s use and/or development status has not changed.

Special Case Property — In many districts where multiple land use classifications are involved or the properties being developed are being constructed in phases, there may be one or more properties that the standard land use classifications do not accurately identify the use and special benefits received from the improvements or there may be something about that particular parcel that should be noted for review in subsequent fiscal years.

The Equivalent Benefit Units assigned to Special Case Properties will vary depending on the circumstances and reasons for treating each particular property as a Special Case. The Equivalent Benefit Unit(s) assigned to each such parcel may be based on adjusted acreage, units, planned subdivided lots, or a combination of those factors. The City and/or the assessment engineer tasked with the administration of the District shall 2025/2026 City of Ridgecrest 11 | Page
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annually review each parcel designated as a Special Case Property and based on that review shall make appropriate adjustments to that property’s land use and Equivalent Benefit Unit assignment as warranted.

Land Use Tracts 6700, 6775 and parts of Tract 6740
Assessment Calculations:

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

Total Balance to Levy / Total EBU = Levy per EBU
Levy per EBU x Parcel EBU = Parcel Levy Amount

ASSESSMENT RANGE FORMULA
Any new or increased assessment requires certain noticing and meeting requirements by law. Prior to the passage of Proposition 218 (California Constitution Articles XIII C and XIII D), legislative changes in the Brown Act defined a "new or increased assessment" to exclude certain conditions. These conditions included "any assessment that does not exceed an assessment formula or range of assessments previously adopted by the agency or approved by the voters in the area where the assessment is imposed." This definition and conditions were later confirmed through Senate Bill 919 (Proposition 218 implementing legislation).

The purpose of establishing an Assessment Range Formula is to provide for reasonable increases and inflationary adjustment to annual assessments without requiring costly noticing and mailing procedures, which could add to the Annexation costs and assessments. Commencing with fiscal year 2016/2017, the amount of the assessment for the Annexation may be increased to adjust for increases in labor and material costs.

The increase established for this District is a Fixed 3.5% annual inflationary adjustment (Assessment Range Formula).

Property Type Equivalent Benefit Units
Residential 1.000 per Lot/Unit
Vacant Property (Planned Units) 0.500 per planned Lot/Unit Vacant Property (Unknown Units) 1.000 per Acre
Exempt Parcel - per Lot/Parcel
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The Maximum Assessment is adjusted annually and is calculated independent of the annual budget and annual assessment. Any annual assessment (rate per EBU less than or equal to this Maximum Assessment) is not considered an increased assessment, even if the assessment is greater than the assessment applied in the prior fiscal year.

Although the Maximum Assessment will increase each year, the actual assessment may remain unchanged. The Maximum Assessment adjustment is designed to establish a reasonable limit on assessments. The Maximum Assessment calculated each year does not require or facilitate an increase to the annual assessment and neither does it restrict assessments to the adjusted maximum amount. If the budget and assessment for the fiscal year do not require an increase, or the increase is less than the adjusted Maximum Assessment, then the required budget and assessment may be applied without additional property owner balloting. If the budget and assessments calculated requires an increase greater than the adjusted Maximum Assessment, then the assessment is considered an increased assessment and would be subject to balloting. 2025/2026 City of Ridgecrest 13 | Page
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PART III — DISTRICT BUDGETS
The following budget outlines the estimated annual costs to be collected to maintain the improvements and the applicable assessment rates for Fiscal Year 2025/2026.

MAINTENANCE & OPERATION EXPENSES
Proposed
FY 2024/2025
Budget
Drainage Sump Pump Expenses
Drainage Sump Pump and Basin Maintenance
(Primarily Slope re-solidification and weed
abatement)
$7500.00
Total Direct Costs $7500.00

INCIDENTAL/ADMINISTRATION EXPENSES
Reserve Fund Collection $250.00
Printing and Publishing 160.00
Mailing and Postage 40.00
County Collection Fee 80.00
City Overhead and Administration 3,000.00
Consulting fees 0.00
Total Incidental Costs $3,530.00
Total Maintenance, Operation & Incidental Expenses $11,530.00

COLLECTIONS/(CREDITS) APPLIED TO LEVY
General Benefit Contribution $0.00
Additional City Contribution $0.00
Total Contribution/Credit $0.00
Balance to Levy (Budgeted) $11,530.00

DISTRICT STATISTICS
Total Parcels 71
Total Parcels Levied 71
Total Equivalent Benefit Units 125.50
Levy Per EBU (Applied) $91.87
Maximum Assessment Rate per EBU $122.605
Amount to Collect $11,529.68
Prior Year Levy per EBU (Applied) $32.12
Prior Year Maximum Assessment Rate per EBU $118.459
Change in Maximum Rate from Prior Year 3.50%
Reserve Fund
Fund Balances from City
Estimated Beginning Reserve Balance - June 30, 2025 $34,871.54 Reserve Fund Collection/Contribution 250.00
Estimated Ending Account/Reserve Balance -
June 30, 2026
$35,113.74
Note: Variance from budget due to rounding and County even penny rule. Target Reserve is $50,000.00

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

A copy of the District Diagram follows:
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ASSESSMENT DIAGRAM FOR
DRAINAGE BENEFIT ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2016-1

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PART V — ASSESSMENT ROLL
Parcel identification for each lot or parcel within the District is outlined in the preceding Assessment Diagram and is based on available parcel maps and property data from the Kern County Assessor’s Office at the time this Engineer’s Report was prepared. A listing of the lots and parcels to be assessed within this District for Fiscal Year 2025/2026 along with the assessment amount for each such lot or parcel is provided below.

If any parcel submitted for collection is identified by the County Auditor-Controller to be an invalid parcel number for the fiscal year, a corrected parcel number and/or new parcel numbers will be identified and resubmitted to the County AuditorController. The assessment amount to be levied and collected for the resubmitted parcel or parcels shall be based on the method of apportionment and assessment rates described in this Report as approved by the City Council. Therefore, if a single parcel is subdivided to multiple parcels, the assessment amount applied to each of the new parcels shall be recalculated and applied according to the approved method of apportionment and assessment rate rather than a proportionate share of the original assessment amount.
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MAXIMUM ASSESSMENT ROLL
Subsequent to this section and the Assessment Roll Fiscal Year 2025/2026 is a list of the lots and parcels of land (parcels) within the District and the corresponding maximum assessments being set for Fiscal Year 2025/2026 as determined by the assessment rate and method of apportionment described herein.

ASSESSMENT ROLL FISCAL YEAR 2025/2026
The following is a list of the lots and parcels of land (parcels) within the District and the corresponding assessments to be levied and collected for Fiscal Year 2025/2026 as determined by the assessment rate and method of apportionment described herein:

APN Designated Land
Use
Equivalent
Benefit Unit
Proposed
Levy
Maximum
Levy
Proposed
Assessment
Maximum
Assessment
510-010-17-00 Undeveloped
Residential (Acreage) 26.50 $91.87 $122.61 $2,434.56 $3,249.17 510-010-24-00 Undeveloped
Residential (Acreage) 30.00
$91.87
$122.61 $2,756.10 $3,678.30
510-211-01-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-211-02-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-211-03-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-211-04-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-211-05-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-211-06-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-211-07-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-211-08-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-211-09-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-211-10-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-211-11-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-211-12-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-211-13-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-211-14-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-211-15-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-211-16-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-212-01-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-212-02-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-212-03-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-212-04-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-212-05-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-212-06-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-212-07-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-212-08-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-213-01-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-213-02-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-213-03-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-213-04-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-213-05-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-213-06-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-213-07-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 2025/2026 City of Ridgecrest 19 | Page
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510-213-08-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-213-09-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-213-10-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 APN Designated Land
Use
Equivalent
Benefit Unit
Proposed
Levy
Maximum
Levy
Proposed
Assessment
Maximum
Assessment
510-213-11-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-213-12-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-213-13-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-213-14-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-213-15-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-213-16-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-213-17-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-214-01-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-214-02-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-214-03-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-214-04-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-214-05-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-214-06-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-214-07-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-214-08-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-214-09-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-214-10-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-214-11-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-214-12-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-220-01-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-220-02-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-220-03-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-220-04-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-220-05-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-220-06-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-220-07-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-220-08-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-220-09-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-220-10-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-220-11-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-220-12-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-220-13-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-220-14-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-220-15-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 510-220-16-00 Residential 1.00 $91.87 $122.61 $91.87 122.61 Total 125.50 $11,529.69 $15,387.56
Total Parcel Count 71.00
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SUBJECT: Initializing Staff To Prepare An Engineer’s Report For The Intent To Levy And Collection Of Assessments For Consolidated Landscape And Lighting District 2012-1 For Fiscal Year 2025/2026, Pursuant To The Provisions Of Part 2 Of Division 15 Of The California Streets And Highways Code; And The Announcement Of A Public Hearing On June 18, 2025 For The Proposed Assessment; And Request Direction From Council Regarding Zone 3 Of Said District PRESENTED BY: Travis Reed, Public Work Director
SUMMARY:

The items scheduled for consideration at this meeting will open the process and allow the City to levy assessments for Fiscal Year 25-26 through the Kern County Assessor-Recorder’s office for collection via property tax bills.

City Staff requests direction as to the collection of fees within Zone 3, “the area surrounding Walmart”.

At last years hearing and adoption meeting Council provided comment that the physical cap, and base assessment of $100.00 on APN: 343-351-01,02,06,07, and physical cap and base assessment of $0.00 for APN: 343-351-03 & 08 enacted in FY2017/2018 be brought forth for discussion.

If the cap remains, the assessments shall be as follows:

Fund APN Address Zone Benefit Unit Charge Max Assessment with Council Cap
20470 343-351-
01 No Situs
Available
3 107.53 $128.28 $128.28
20470 343-351-
01 No Situs
Available
3 107.53 $128.28 $128.28
20470 343-351-
01 No Situs
Available
3 0.00 $0.00 $0.00
20470 343-351-
01 No Situs
Available
3 107.53 $128.28 $128.28
20470 343-351-
01 No Situs
Available
3 107.53 $128.28 $128.28
20470 343-351-
01 No Situs
Available
3 0.00 $0.00 $0.00
20470 509-020-
21 901 S. China
Lake Blvd.
3 1687.86 $2,022.06 $2,022.06
20470 509-020-
22 911 S. China
Lake Blvd.
3 4374.80 $5,241.01 $5,241.01
20470 509-020-
46 No Situs
Available
3 154.54 $185.15 $185.15
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If the cap were to be removed, the physical assessment, as per Equivalent Benefit Unit Calculation for the original, un-amended engineers report shall be as follows:

Fund APN Address Zone Benefit Unit Charge Max Assessment with Council Cap
20470 343-351-
01 No Situs
Available
3 1,540.79 $1,845.87 $1,845.87
20470 343-351-
01 No Situs
Available
3 1,540.79 $1,845.87 $1,845.87
20470 343-351-
01 No Situs
Available
3 2,257.70 $2,704.73 $2,704.73
20470 343-351-
01 No Situs
Available
3 1,550.30 $1,857.26 $1,857.26
20470 343-351-
01 No Situs
Available
3 1,556.14 $128.28 $128.28
20470 343-351-
01 No Situs
Available
3 2,230.57 $2,672.22 $2,672.22
20470 509-020-
21 901 S. China
Lake Blvd.
3 1687.86 $2,022.06 $2,022.06
20470 509-020-
22 911 S. China
Lake Blvd.
3 4374.80 $5,241.01 $5,241.01
20470 509-020-
46 No Situs
Available
3 154.54 $185.15 $185.15
In comparing the difference in the levy’s above, with the cap the fund to complete the necessary work will be short by $10,389.97 in FY 25/26. This will bring the total general fund contribution at the end of FY 25/26 to $21,580.70.

Comparatively, if Council chooses to remove the cap, there will be a surplus and contribution to the improvement/reserve fund for the zone in the amount of $1,884.48 and shall bring the improvement/reserve fund to a deficit of $9,306.25.

In addition to comparing Zone 3 levy’s, staff added Zone 6, annexation 2024-1 to the overall engineers report for FY 25/26. Zone 6 is comprised of one (1) Parcel, being the Mojave View Apartments. All necessary language from the original Engineer’s report has been included and tailored to fit within the exiting framework of previous years reports. A draft is presented for Council review today, so that all options can be considered during the public hearing.

NO ACTION SHOULD BE TAKEN ON THE RESOLUTION ORDERING THE MAINTENANCE OF EXISTING IMPROVEMENTS. Rather staff is seeking guidance as to how you would like the report prepared. A draft report for both scenarios is attached for reference.

After the public hearing, staff will modify the report as directed and bring the matter back for final approval, tentatively set for July 16, 2025. The changes to the assessment must be concluded by July 30, 2025, to meet the final filing deadline with the Kern County Assessor-Recorder’s office. A Ridgecrest City Council
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final resolution and adoption of the Engineers Annual Levy Report must be completed by August 8, 2025.

Staff recommends as Follows:

1. Council provide direction as to the levy within Zone 3.

2. Conduct a public hearing on June 18, 2025 to receive oral statements and written comments concerning the City of Ridgecrest Consolidated Landscape and Lighting District 2012-1 for Fiscal Year 25-26.

3. Direct staff to complete the Draft Engineers Annual Levy Report prior to the public hearing so:
a. A draft budget by zone can be reviewed.
b. Any use of Landscape and Lighting District 2012-1 reserve fund can be identified. c. And, if necessary, the supplemental amount from the City General Fund can be identified.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The estimated total budget cost for Fiscal Year 25-26 for all eight (8) zones of the District is unknown at this time. Staff requires direction from council in regards to Zone 3.

It is projected that at the end of the Fiscal Year 25-26 the districts other than Zone 3 (The Area Around Walmart) will continue to maintain a positive reserve fund balance, but it should be noted that Zone 1A (Tract 6740) requires a Reserve fund contribution of $288.39, and Zone 3 (Area around Walmart) may require a Reserve fund (City General Fund) contribution if the Cap is left in place. Currently, this zone is operating in a deficit.

An estimated detailed Contribution is shown Below:

Zone Item Cost
1A Levy Per EBU $414.45
Max Levy Per EBU $414.45
Total Benefit Units 67
Total Amount Levied $27,768.02
Total amount Required $28,056.41
Reserve Fund
(Contribution)/Collection
($288.39)
General Benefit Contribution ($978.96)
Total amount collected
(Amount Required – Reserve
Contribution)
$27,768.02
Estimated Reserve Balance $24,207.06
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Zone Item Cost
1B Levy Per EBU$207.42
Max Levy Per EBU$414.45
Total Benefit Units 46
Total Amount Levied$9,541.20
Total amount Required$7,041.20
Reserve Fund
(Contribution)/Collection
$2,500.00
General Benefit Contribution ($241.79)
Total amount collected
(Amount Required – Reserve
Contribution)
$9,541.20
Estimated Reserve Balance$11,887.00
Zone Item Cost
1C Levy Per EBU$94.35
Max Levy Per EBU$414.45
Total Benefit Units 26.5
Total Amount Levied$2,500.24
Total amount Required $2,500.24
Reserve Fund
(Contribution)/Collection
$2,500.00
General Benefit Contribution ($0.00)
Total amount collected
(Amount Required – Reserve
Contribution)
$2,500.24
Estimated Reserve Balance$10,969.00
Zone Item Cost 2 Levy Per EBU $1.42
Max Levy Per EBU $1.541
Total Benefit Units 23,271.49
Total Amount Levied$32,983.66
Total amount Required$32,983.66
Reserve Fund
(Contribution)/Collection
$5,000.00
General Benefit Contribution ($975.82)
Total amount collected
(Amount Required – Reserve
Contribution)
$32,983.66
Estimated Reserve Balance$33,772.00
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Zone Item Cost
3 Levy Per EBU Need Council Direction
Max Levy Per EBU Need Council Direction
Total Benefit Units Need Council Direction
Total Amount Levied Need Council Direction
Total amount Required Need Council Direction
Reserve Fund
(Contribution)/Collection
Need Council Direction
General Benefit Contribution Need Council Direction
Total amount collected
(Amount Required – Reserve
Contribution)
Need Council Direction
Estimated Reserve Balance Need Council Direction
Zone Item Cost
4 Levy Per EBU $170.86
Max Levy Per EBU $186.847
Total Benefit Units 45
Total Amount Levied $7,688.92
Total amount Required $7,688.92
Reserve Fund
(Contribution)/Collection
$2,500.00
General Benefit Contribution ($183.96)
Total amount collected
(Amount Required – Reserve
Contribution)
$7,688.92
Estimated Reserve Balance $7,753.00
Zone Item Cost
5 Levy Per EBU $177.20
Max Levy Per EBU $183.16
Total Benefit Units 40
Total Amount Levied $7,088.07
Total amount Required $7,088.07
Reserve Fund
(Contribution)/Collection
$1,800.00
General Benefit Contribution ($188.12)
Total amount collected
(Amount Required – Reserve
Contribution)
$7,088.07
Estimated Reserve Balance $4,500.62
Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

STAFF REPORT
Zone Item Cost
6 (NEW ZONE) Levy Per EBU $4.06
Max Levy Per EBU $4.06
Total Benefit Units 4,550.00
Total Amount Levied $18,472.09
Total amount Required $18,472.09
Reserve Fund
(Contribution)/Collection
$2,200.00
General Benefit Contribution ($545.95)
Total amount collected
(Amount Required – Reserve
Contribution)
$18,472.09
Estimated Reserve Balance $4,487.00
ACTION REQUESTED:

1. Council provide direction as to the levy within Zone 3.

CITY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION: Action as Requested
Submitted by: Travis Reed Action Date: June 4, 2025
RESOLUTION NO. 25 - Xx
Resolution 25-Xx

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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

RIDGECREST, CALIFORNIA INITIALIZING STAFF TO PREPARE AN ENGINEER’S REPORT FOR THE INTENT TO LEVY AND COLLECTION

OF ASSESSMENTS FOR CONSOLIDATED LANDSCAPE AND
LIGHTING DISTRICT 2012-1 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025/2026,
PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF PART 2 OF DIVISION 15 OF THE CALIFORNIA STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE; THE
ANNOUNACEMENT OF A PUBLIC HEARING ON JUNE 18, 2025 FOR
THE PROPOSED ASSESSMENT; AND REQUEST DIRECTION FROM
COUNCIL REGARDING ZONE 3 OF SAID DISTRICT.

The City Council of the City of Ridgecrest (hereafter referred to as the “City Council”) does resolve as follows:

WHEREAS, The City Council by previous Resolutions formed and levied annual assessments for the Consolidated Landscaping and Lighting District No. 2012-1 (hereafter referred to as the “District”), pursuant to the provisions of the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, Part 2, Division 15 of the California Streets and Highways Code (commencing with section 22500) (hereafter referred to as the “Act”); and,
WHEREAS, the Act provides the City Council the authority to annually levy and collect assessment for the District on the Kern County tax roll on behalf of the City of Ridgecrest to pay the maintenance and services of the improvements and facilities related thereto; and, WHEREAS, a public hearing must be held to declare the intention to levy and collect assessments, describe existing and proposed improvements, refer to the assessment district distinctively, indicate the general location of the district, refer to the report of the engineer to be filed with the clerk, give notice of the date, hour and place of the public hearing, as fixed by section 22625 of the provisions of the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, Part 2, Division 15 of the California Streets and Highways Code, and stat whether the assessment is proposed to increase from the previous year; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council directs City staff to prepare and file an Engineer’s Annual Levy Report (hereafter referred to as the “Engineer’s Report”) with the City Clerk in accordance with the Act; and,
WHEREAS, City Staff requests direction from council as it pertains to the proposed assessment cap within Zone 3 of Consolidated Landscape an Lighting District 2021-1.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, DETERMINED, AND ORDERED BY THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE DISTRICT, PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 3, SECTION 22624 OF THE ACT, AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1: The above recitals are true and correct.

Resolution 25-Xx

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Section 3: The City Council of the City of Ridgecrest does hereby set the public hearing to declare the intention to levy and collect assessments, for June 18, 2025 at 6:00 pm in the City Council Chambers, approves the Notice of Public Hearing, and directs the City Clerk to publish the notice.

Section 4: The proposed improvements within the District include: turf, ground cover, shrubs and plants, natural vegetation, trees, irrigation and drainage systems, masonry walls or other fencing, hardscapes, monuments, and associated appurtenant facilities located in the public right-of-ways or landscape easements on the perimeter that have been dedicated to the City for maintenance. Lighting improvements may include, but are not limited to, electrical energy, lighting fixtures, poles, meters, conduits, electrical cable signalized intersections, and associated appurtenances with said improvements. The preliminary Engineer’s Report shall describe the improvements and any substantial changes in existing improvements.

Section 5: Assessments: The City Council hereby determines that to provide the improvements generally described in Section 3 of this resolution and to be detailed in the Engineer’s Report, it will be necessary to levy and collect assessments against all lots and parcels within the District, in which were not previously removed by resolution, or to amend said findings to levy and collect assessments against all parcels within the district, for fiscal year 2025/2026 and said assessments shall be outlined and described in the preliminary Engineer’s Report and imposed pursuant to the provisions of the Act and the California Constitution Article XIIID.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 4
th day of June, 2025.

Ayes:

Noes:

Absent:

Abstained:
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Travis Endicott, Mayor of the
City of Ridgecrest, California
ATTEST:
_____________________________
Ricca Charlon, City Clerk of the
City of Ridgecrest, California

CAPPED REPORT DRAFT
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City of Ridgecrest
Consolidated Landscaping and
Lighting District No. 2012-1
PRELIMINARY ENGINEER’S REPORT
FISCAL YEAR 2025/2026
Intent Meeting: June 4, 2025
Public Hearing: June 18, 2025
Adoption: July 16, 2025
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ENGINEER'S REPORT AFFIDAVIT
City of Ridgecrest
Consolidated Landscaping and Lighting District No. 2012-1 This Report describes the District and the relevant zones therein including the improvements, budgets, parcels and assessments to be levied for Fiscal Year 2025/2026 as they existed at the time of the passage of the Resolution of Intention.

Reference is hereby made to the Kern County Assessor’s maps for a detailed description of the lines and dimensions of parcels within the District. The undersigned respectfully submits the enclosed Report as directed by the City Council.

Dated this ____________ day of ______________, 2025.

By: ________________________________
Travis Reed, Deputy City Manager
R.C.E. # 93828
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................... 2 PART I — PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................... 3 Description of the District ............................................................................ 3 Improvements Authorized under the 1972 Act ........................................... 4 District Improvements .................................................................................. 8 Landscape Improvements ............................................................................ 8 Lighting Improvements .............................................................................. 15 PART II — METHOD OF APPORTIONMENT .......................................................18 Benefit Analysis ................................................................................................... 18 Special Benefit ..................................................................................................... 18 General Benefit ..................................................................................................... 21 Landscape General Benefit………………………………………………………….. 21
Lighting General Benefit……………………………………………………………... 22
Assessment Methodology .................................................................................. 24 Zones of Benefit ................................................................................................... 25 Equivalent Benefit Units ...................................................................................... 25 Summary of Equivalent Benefit Unit Assignments……………………………… 36 Allocation of Improvement Costs Zone 1, 1B, 1C, 2, 3, 4, & 5.......................... 38 Allocation of Improvement Costs Zone 6 …........................................................ 39 Assessment Range Formula ................................................................................ 41 PART III — DISTRICT BUDGETS ......................................................................... 43 PART IV — DISTRICT DIAGRAMS ....................................................................... 45 PART V — ASSESSMENT ROLL ......................................................................... 52 Page | 4
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Introduction
Pursuant to the provisions of the Landscape and Lighting Act of 1972, being Part 2 of Division 15 of the California Streets and Highways Code, commencing with Section 22500 (hereafter referred to as the “1972 Act”), and in compliance with the substantive and procedural requirements of Article XIIID of the California State Constitution (hereafter referred to as the “California Constitution”), the City Council of the City of Ridgecrest, County of Kern, State of California (hereafter referred to as “City”), annually levies and collects special assessments in order to provide annual maintenance for parks, landscaping and lighting improvements within the Consolidated Landscaping and Lighting District No. 2012-1 (hereafter referred to as the “District”). The District was formed through the consolidation of several individual landscaping and lighting maintenance Districts that previously existed within the City. The original District and subsequent annexations of various territories and developments to the Consolidated District are identified as separate Zones and Annexations (hereafter referred to jointly as “Zones”).

The District and the Zones therein have been established and are levied annual assessments, pursuant to the “1972 Act”).

This Engineer’s Report (hereafter referred to as “Report”) has been prepared in connection with the levy and collection of annual assessments related thereto as required pursuant to Chapter 1, Article 4 of the 1972 Act.

The City Council will levy and collect annual assessments on the County tax roll for fiscal year 2025/2026, to provide funding for the ongoing costs and expenses required to service and maintain the street lighting and landscape improvements associated with the development of properties within each Zones and Annexations. The improvements to be provided by the District and the assessments described herein are made pursuant to the 1972 Act and the provisions of the California Constitution.

This Report describes the District, the improvements, and the assessments to be imposed upon properties in connection with the special benefits the properties receive from the maintenance and servicing of the District improvements. The assessments outlined in this Report represent an estimate of the annual direct expenditures, incidental expenses, and fund balances that will be necessary to maintain and service the improvements to be provided by the District. Said assessments are based on specific development plans and specifications for each Zone and Annexation. Said costs have been developed off of previous expenditures of the district The development plans and specifications for each Zone and Annexation and the associated improvements are on file in the Office of Public Works of the City of Ridgecrest and by reference these plans and specifications are made part of this Report.

The word “parcel,” for the purposes of this Report, refers to an individual property assigned its own Assessment Number (Assessor’s Parcel Number— “APN”) by the Kern County Assessor’s Office. The County Auditor/Controller uses Assessment Numbers and specific District Fund Numbers, to identify on the tax roll, properties assessed for special district assessments. Each parcel within the District will be assessed proportionately for only those improvements for which the parcel receives special benefit.

Each fiscal year, an annual engineer’s report for the District shall be prepared and presented to the City Council to address any changes to the District including any annexations, changes to the improvements, budgets and assessments for that fiscal year. The City Council shall annually hold a noticed public hearing regarding these matters prior to approving and ordering the levy of assessments for the upcoming fiscal year.

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Part I — Plans and Specifications
Description of the District
The 1972 Act allows various areas to be annexed into an existing district zone of benefit when the territory in the annexation receives substantially the same proportional special benefits from the improvements provided as other properties in the Zone or established as a separate Zone if the proportional special benefits from the improvements provided are different. The costs associated with the installation, maintenance, and servicing of the improvements may be assessed to those properties, which are benefited by the installation, maintenance, and servicing of such improvements.

Original District 2012-1
Zone 1: The territory within this Zone consists of the lots and parcels of land within Tract No. 6740.

This was the original district formed in Fiscal Year 2012/2013, and is currently known as Zone 1.

Tract 6740 is a residential subdivision consisting of sixty-seven (67) single-family residential homes, associated public rights-of-ways and easements as identified on the approved tract maps for Tract No. 6740. This residential tract is generally located on the west side of College Heights Boulevard, just north of Kendall Avenue and includes the residential streets designated as Del Rosa Drive, the south half ( ½ ) of Rain Shadow Court, Salt River Drive, Majestic Sky Court and Wild Thorne Drive.

Zone 1B: The territory within this Zone consists of the lots and parcels of land within Tract No. 6775 and is a residential subdivision that will consist of seventy-six (76) single family residential parcels at build-out. This residential tract is located on the west side of College Heights Boulevard adjacent to and north of the Tract 6740 and south of Tract 6700 and Springer Avenue. Tract 6775 was formed in Fiscal Year 2016/2017. Currently only phase 1 of construction has been completed.

Phase 1 consists of 16 residential lots. The remaining 60 lots are yet to be developed.

Zone 1C: The territory within this Zone consist of one parcel of land within Tract 6700 and is a residential subdivision that will consist of fifty-three (53) single-family residential parcels at build-out, along with a park and storm drain basin. Tract 6700 is located on the west side of College Heights Boulevard, south of Springer Avenue and north of the adjacent subdivision Tract 6775. Tract 6700 was formed in Fiscal Year 2016/2017. Annexation No. 2016-2 Zone 2 and 3: The territories in these Zones were formed in Fiscal Year 2017/2018 (also known as Annexation No. 2016-2) the zones comprise of Residential and Non-Residential mixed used development and totals approximately eighty-three acres (83.08 acres) of which includes:

36.75 acres that is zoned and identified by the City as “Planned Multi-Family Residential” properties including parcels 343-351-01 through 343-351-03 and 343- 351-06 through 343-351- 08;

5.86 acres that is identified as a “Vacant Non-Residential” property. This acreage being the portion of parcel 509-020-46 (14.32 acres) which is northeast College Heights Boulevard and northwest of Bataan Avenue. Parcel 509-020-46 is segregated into three lots by College Heights Boulevard and Bataan Avenue;

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and Bowman Road;

28.35 acres that is identified as “Developed Non-Residential” properties including parcels 343-351-34 and 343-351-35 (the 2016 Walmart project) located on the southeast corner of S. China Lake Boulevard and Bowman road.

Annexation No. 2019-1
Zone 4: The territory within this Zone was formed in Fiscal Year 2019/2020 (also known as Annexation No. 2019-1) and is currently comprised of forty-five (45) parcels totaling approximately twenty acres (19.67 acres). More commonly known as Tract 6908. It was previously identified on the Kern County Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN) Maps as Book 456, Page 010, Parcels 02, 03 and

08. These parcels are expected to build out this year into forty-five (45) assessable benefiting SingleFamily Residential lots (45 residential units), plus various easements and streets within Tract 6908 which are not subject to assessment, including N. Harriet Street, Ocean Drive, Paradise Drive and Beach Court.

Annexation 2018-2
Zone 5: The territory within this Zone was formed in Fiscal Year 2017/2018 (also known as Annexation No. 2018-2) and consisted of one parcel of land within Tract 7188. The territory within District 2018-2 (Tract 7188) was previously comprised of fourteen acres (14.40 acres), identified on the Kern County Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN) Maps as Book 453, Page 040, Parcel 12. This tract map is expected to build out this year, and will be forty (40) assessed benefiting Single-Family Residential properties (40 residential units), plus various easements and streets within Tract 7188 which are not subject to an assessment, including Marbella Drive, Terra Bella Place, Via Flore Way, San Michele and Arroyo Street.

Annexation 2024-1
Zone 6: As directed by the City Council, this Report addresses the formation of Landscaping and Lighting District 2024-1 and the concurrent annexation of this district and territory into the Consolidated District (Landscaping and Lighting District No. 2012-1) as Zone 6 (Annexation No. 2024-1) for fiscal year 2025/2026.

The District/Zone consists of the property and subdivision of land known as the Mojave View Apartments and identified as Assessor’s Parcel Number 067-040-029-00-4. This multi-family residential development will receive a particular and distinct benefit from the landscaping and lighting improvements installed in connection with the development of this property located on the northeast corner of N Norma Street and Mojave View Avenue, which is located on the east side of N Norma Street and generally south of W Felspar Avenue and north of W Las Flores Avenue.

The territory within the District/Zone is currently comprised of a single parcel totaling approximately five acres (5.070 acres), identified on the Kern County Assessor’s Parcel Map Book 067, Page 040, Parcel 29.

The parcel’s planned development includes approximately 76 multi-family residential units and related common areas and easements. The District/Zone Diagram contained in Part IV of this Report provides a visual representation of the boundaries of the District/Zone and the general location of the improvements to be maintained.

Improvements Authorized under the 1972 Act
As generally defined by the 1972 Act and may be applicable to the District, the improvements and associated assessments may include one or more of the following:

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The installation or planting of landscaping;
The installation or construction of statuary, fountains, and other ornamental structures and facilities;
The installation or construction of public lighting facilities including, but not limited to street lights and traffic signals;
The installation or construction of any facilities which are appurtenant to any of the foregoing or which are necessary or convenient for the maintenance or servicing thereof; The installation of park or recreational improvements, including, but not limited to, all of the following:

Land preparation, such as grading, leveling, cutting and filling, sod, landscaping, irrigation systems, sidewalks, and drainage.

Lights, playground equipment, play courts, and public restrooms.

The acquisition of land for park, recreational, or open-space purposes or any existing improvement otherwise authorized pursuant to this section.

The maintenance or servicing, of any of the foregoing including the furnishing of services and materials for the ordinary and usual maintenance, operation, and servicing of any improvement including but not limited to:

Repair, removal, or replacement of all or any part of any improvements; Grading, clearing, removal of debris, the installation or construction of curbs, gutters, walls, sidewalks, paving, water, irrigation, drainage, or electrical facilities; Providing for the life, growth, health, and beauty of landscaping, including cultivation, irrigation, trimming, spraying, fertilizing, or treating for disease or injury; The removal of trimmings, rubbish, debris, and other solid waste; The cleaning, sandblasting, and painting of walls and other improvements to remove or cover graffiti;
Electric current or energy, gas, or other illuminating agent for any public lighting facilities or for the lighting or operation of any other improvements; Water for the irrigation of any landscaping, the operation of any fountains, or the maintenance of any other improvements.

Incidental expenses associated with the improvements including, but not limited to:

The costs of the report preparation, including plans, specifications, estimates, diagram, and assessment which can either be completed by city staff or a consultant;
The costs of printing and advertising, publishing, posting and mailing of notices; Compensation payable to the County for collection of assessments; Compensation of any engineer or attorney employed to render services; Any other expenses incidental to the construction, installation, or maintenance and servicing of the improvements;
Costs associated with any elections held for the approval of a new or increased assessment.

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District Improvements
The purpose of the District is to ensure the ongoing maintenance, operation and servicing of local landscaping and lighting improvements and amenities established or installed in connection with development of the properties within the District. The specific improvements to be maintained are identified in various plans and documents associated with the District, which are on file with the City and by reference these plans, and documents are made part of this Report. These improvements generally include street lighting within and adjacent to the tract and the various landscaped areas on the perimeter of this development including the public parkways and easements on the west side of College Heights Boulevard and the north side of Kendall Avenue, and landscape near the Mojave View Apartments.

Landscape Improvements
The landscape improvements for the District may include, but are not limited to turf, ground cover, shrubs and plants, natural vegetation, trees, irrigation and drainage systems, masonry walls or other fencing, hardscapes, monuments, and associated appurtenant facilities located in the public right of way and/or on dedicated park area. The maintenance and servicing of the improvements generally include, but are not limited to all materials, equipment, utilities, labor and incidental expenses including administrative expenses required for the annual operation of the District as well as the performance of periodic repairs, replacement and expanded maintenance activities as needed to provide for the growth, health, and beauty of landscaping and/or the proper operation and functioning of the irrigation and drainage systems as well as the related hardscape amenities including fencing and sidewalks within the public-rights-of-way, which have been dedicated to the City for maintenance.

Original District 2012-1
Zone 1
Tract No. 6740 landscape areas may include, but are not limited to, the parkway and entryway areas located on the west side of College Heights Boulevard between Kendall Avenue and the northern boundary of Tract 6740 and the north side of Kendall Avenue between College Heights Boulevard to Del Rosa Drive. The following is a general description of the landscape improvements planned for this District and for which properties may be assessed.

College Heights Boulevard: Approximately 5,450 square feet of landscaped area located on the west side of College Heights Boulevard from the northern boundary of Tract 6740 (Northeast Corner of Lot 1) south to Salt River Drive including the entryway landscaping at the corner of Salt River Drive, which is adjacent to Lot 33. Said improvements are strictly based on the original landscaping plan, and subsequent budgets have been tailored to meet the current criteria which is being maintained. The planned improvements that were utilized for the establishment of this Zone Include, but are not limited to the following:
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15 Trees;
207 Shrubs;
25 vines attached to the masonry wall;
313 linear feet of masonry wall;
2,058 square feet of sidewalk area; and
The drip irrigation system for these landscaped areas.

Approximately 3,982 square feet of landscaped area located on the west side of College Heights Boulevard from Salt River Drive south to Kendall Avenue including the entryway landscaping at the corners of Salt River Drive (adjacent to Lot 34) and Kendall Avenue (adjacent to Lot 61). Said improvements are strictly based on the original landscaping plan, and subsequent budgets have been tailored to meet the current criteria which is being maintained. The planned improvements that were utilized for the establishment of this Zone Include, but are not limited to the following:
2,850 square feet of landscaped area in the street right-of-way; 76 square feet of landscaped easement associated with Lot 34; 38 square feet of landscaped easement associated with Lot 59; 1,018 square feet of landscaped easement associated with Lot 60; 15 Trees;
128 Shrubs;
34 vines attached to the masonry wall;
449 linear feet of masonry wall;
1 metal gate;
2,916 square feet of sidewalk area; and
The drip irrigation system for these landscaped areas.

Kendall Avenue: Approximately 1,480 square feet of landscaped area located on the north side of Kendall Avenue between College Heights Boulevard (adjacent to Lot 62) to Wild Thorne Drive including the entryway landscaping at the corner of Wild Thorne Drive (adjacent to Lot 67). Said improvements are strictly based on the original landscaping plan, and subsequent budgets have been tailored to meet the current criteria which is being maintained. The planned improvements that were utilized for the establishment of this Zone Include, but are not limited to the following:
1,310 square feet of landscaped area in the street right-of-way; 170 square feet of landscaped easement associated with Lot 67 at the corner of Wild Thorne Drive;
2 Trees;
122 Shrubs;
47 vines attached to the masonry wall;
561 linear feet of masonry wall;
3,486 square feet of sidewalk area; and
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The drip irrigation system for these landscaped areas.

Approximately 1,243 square feet of landscaped area located on the north side of Kendall Avenue between Wild Thorne Drive and Del Rosa Street including the entryway landscaping and easements at the corners of Wild Thorne Drive (adjacent to Lot 50) and Del Rosa Street (adjacent to Lot 49). Said improvements are strictly based on the original landscaping plan, and subsequent budgets have been tailored to meet the current criteria which is being maintained. The planned improvements that were utilized for the establishment of this Zone Include, but are not limited to the following:
1,243 square feet of landscaped area in the street right-of-way; 5 Trees;
69 Shrubs;
15 vines attached to the masonry wall;
186 linear feet of masonry wall;
1,530 square feet of sidewalk area; and
The drip irrigation system for these landscaped areas.

Zone 1B (Tract 6775) & 1C (Tract 6700)
Approximately 29,185 square feet of park area located within Tract 6700, including but not limited to various park facilities and equipment, landscaping and irrigation system.; Approximately 49,600 square feet of minimally landscaped drainage basin/sump area located within Tract 6700 adjacent to the park area. (This drainage basin/sump area is primarily funded through the Drainage Benefit Assessment District No. 2016-1, but the landscape improvements associated with this facility may in part be funded by the assessments for this District);
Approximately 15,035 square feet of landscaped area (14’ foot wide landscape easement) located on the west side of College Heights Boulevard from the northern boundary of Tract 6740 (Northeast Corner of Lot 1) north to Springer Avenue;
Approximately 5,015 square feet of landscaped area located on the south side of Springer Avenue between College Heights Boulevard and the western boundary of Tract 6700; The landscaping to be installed along College Heights Boulevard and Springer Avenue will be drought tolerant landscaping;
Any other landscaping facilities on the streets surrounding or adjacent to 6700 and 6775 identified in the final development plans.

Annexation No. 2016-2
In order to establish an appropriate special benefit nexus between the improvements and services provided and the benefits to specific properties, two new Zones were established within the District as part of the annexation of parcels within Annexation No. 2016-2 (Zone 02 and Zone 03). Although most of the improvements associated with Annexation No. 2016-2, benefit and are proportionately shared by each of the parcels within Annexation No. 2016-2 depending on their proximity to the improvements, the new traffic signal being installed Page | 11
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on E. Bowman Road between S. China Lake Boulevard and Silver Ridge Street as well as the street lights on S. Silver Ridge Street, are being installed and will be operated and maintained specifically for the 2016 Walmart project within Annexation No. 2016-2. Therefore, in order to address the difference in proportional special benefits, the two parcels that comprise the new Walmart are identified as Zone 02 and the remaining parcels within Annexation No. 2016-2 are identified as Zone 03.

Zone 2
Comprises that portion of the parcels within Annexation No. 2016-2 identified as:

The 2016 Walmart development, which includes Assessor’s Parcel Numbers 343-351-34 and 343- 351-35. The parcels within this zone receive special benefit and are proportionately assessed in whole or in part for improvements that include, but are not limited to the following:

Approximately 16,620 square feet of median island improvements (a single median island) located on S. China Lake Boulevard between College Heights Boulevard and Bowman Road.

These median island improvements include approximately 2,855 square feet of landscaping (irrigated trees and shrubs) and 13,765 square feet of hardscape surfaces. These improvements are proportionately shared by each of the parcels that has street frontage on S. China Lake Boulevard that are part of Annexation No. 2016-2 (Zone 02 and parcels 509-020-21, 509- 020-22 and 509-020- 46 within Zone 03);
Approximately 4,595 square feet of perimeter/shared parkway landscaping located between the street and drainage channel on the north side of W. Bowman Road, located west of S.

China Lake Boulevard to a point approximately 920 feet west of S. China Lake Boulevard.

These improvements are proportionately shared by each of the parcels that has street frontage on W. Bowman Road that are part of Annexation No. 2016-2 (parcels 509-020-21 and 509-020- 22 within Zone 03);
Approximately 24,430 square feet of perimeter/shared parkway landscaping located between the street and drainage channel on the north side of E. Bowman Road, between S. China Lake Boulevard and Sunland Street. These improvements are proportionately shared by each of the parcels that has street frontage on E. Bowman Road that are part of Annexation No. 2016-2 (Zone 02 and parcels 343-351-01, 343- 351-02, 343-351-03, 343-351-06, 343-351-07, and 343- 351-08 within Zone 03);
Approximately 8,285 square feet of median island landscaping (two median islands with irrigated trees and gravel) located on E. Bowman Road, between S. China Lake Boulevard and Silver Ridge Street. These improvements are proportionately shared by each of the parcels that has street frontage on E. Bowman Road that are part of Annexation No. 2016-2 (Zone 02 and parcels 343-351-01, 343-351-02, 343-351-03, 343-351-06, 343-351-07, and 343-351-08 within Zone 03);
Zone 3
Comprises that portion of the parcels within Annexation No. 2016-2 identified as:

The non-residential parcels and/or undeveloped properties within Annexation No. 2016- 2 that have frontage along S. China Lake Boulevard. These Zone 03 parcels are identified as Assessor’s Parcel Numbers 509-020-21, 509-020-22, and a portion of 509-020-46 (that portion of parcel 509- 020-46 which is located northeast of College Heights Boulevard and northwest of E.

Bataan Avenue).

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that are south of E. Bowman Road (excluding the 2015 Walmart development Zone 02). These parcels are identified as Assessor’s Parcel Numbers 343-351-01, 343- 351-02, 343-351-03, 343- 351-06, 343-351-07, and 343-351-08.

The parcels within Zone 03 receive special benefit and are proportionately assessed in whole or in part for improvements that include, but are not limited to the following:

Approximately 16,620 square feet of median island improvements (a single median island) located on S. China Lake Boulevard between College Heights Boulevard and Bowman Road. These median island improvements include approximately 2,855 square feet of landscaping (irrigated trees and shrubs) and 13,765 square feet of hardscape surfaces.

These improvements are proportionately shared by each of the parcels that has street frontage on S. China Lake Boulevard that are part of Annexation No. 2016-2 (Zone 02 and parcels 509-020-21, 509-020-22 and 509-020- 46 within Zone 03); Approximately 4,595 square feet of perimeter/shared parkway landscaping located between the street and drainage channel on the north side of W. Bowman Road, located west of S.

China Lake Boulevard to a point approximately 920 feet west of S. China Lake Boulevard.

In 2019 City Council passed resolution 19-21 which enacted a maximum assessment of $100.00 for parcels 343-351-01, 343-351-02, 343-351-06, and 343-351-07, and a maximum assessment of $0.00 for parcels 343-351-08 and 343-351-03. This resolution is considered a cap on the assessment for the above mentioned parcels and calculations in this report assume the continuation of these imposed maximums. Due to the nature of the Act, the remaining parcels cannot be further levied to make up the uncollected difference and thus this fund must either be subsidized by the City General Fund or the reserve account which has been established for the district.

Annexation 2019-1
Zone 4
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Comprises that portion of the parcels within Annexation 2019-1 (Tract 6908) and is currently fortyfive (45) parcels totaling approximately twenty acres (19.67 acres). Previously, Annexation 2109-1 (Tract 6908) was comprised of three (3) parcels total. identified on the Kern County Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN) Maps as Book 456, Page 010, Parcels 02, 03 and 08. These parcels, now build out, are forty-five (45) assessed benefiting Single-Family Residential lots (45 residential units), plus various easements and streets within Tract 6908 which are not subject to assessment, including N. Harriet Street, Ocean Drive, Paradise Drive and Beach Court. Parcels 456-010-02/03/08 shall no longer be assessed.

The landscaping improvements associated within Zone 04 are considered local improvements installed specifically in connection with the development of properties within Tract 6908 but may also include existing improvements that would otherwise be required or necessary for the development of properties to their full and best use.

The landscaping improvements for Zone 04 to be funded in whole or in part by the assessments, per original plan incorporate approximately 8,600 square feet of parkway landscaping area and 6,890 square feet of minimally landscaped drainage basin/sump area which collectively may include, but is not limited to: shrubs and plants; trees; ground cover (both hardscape and vegetation); an irrigation system; adjacent masonry walls or other fencing and sidewalks; entryway monuments or other ornamental structures and signs; and associated appurtenant facilities.

Currently after Tract revisions the basin/sump was redacted as a requirement and a Single family residence will be constructed. The Parkway landscaping along W. Drummond Ave. will be comprised of a mixture of decomposed granite and landscape rock consistent with a desert landscape and not requiring the use of water, improvements are more specifically identified below:

The parkway landscaping behind the sidewalk on the south side of Drummond Avenue from the eastern boundary of Tract 6908 (being the western lot line of parcel 456-010- 04) to N. Harriet Street, including the corner parkway return area behind the sidewalk on the southeast corner of Drummond Avenue and N. Harriet Street adjacent to the northwest lot line of Tract 6908 Lot 1. (Approximately 590 square feet);
The parkway landscaping behind the sidewalk on the south side of Drummond Avenue between N. Harriet Street and N. Inyo Street. This landscaping area includes the corner parkway return areas behind the sidewalk on the southwest corner of Drummond Avenue and N. Harriet Street adjacent to the northeast lot line of Tract 6908 Lot 46 and the southeast corner of Drummond Avenue and N. Inyo Street adjacent to the northwest lot line of Tract 6908 Lot 36. (Approximately 4,535 square feet);
The parkway landscaping behind the sidewalk on the east side of N. Inyo Street adjacent to Tract 6908, from the corner parkway return area at N. Inyo Street to where N. Inyo Street turns into Windy Lynn Avenue. This area is adjacent to the west and northwest lot lines of Lots 36, 35, and 34 within Tract 6908. (Approximately 650 square feet of landscaped area).

The maintenance and servicing of the landscaping improvements described above may include, but is not limited to the weed and graffiti abatement; as well as the installation, replacement and rehabilitation of the landscaping, repair or replacement of hardscape improvements and other related amenities. The planned improvements to be maintained as part of Zone No. 04 of the Consolidated District, exclude the fencing adjacent to the landscape areas and any street signage, ornamental lighting, or monument signs within or adjacent to the landscape areas.

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servicing, and operation of the landscaping improvements within the Consolidated District and shall authorize and schedule such maintenance and servicing as need, based on available funding for the above mentioned landscaped portions only.

Annexation 2018-2
Zone 5
Comprises that portion of the parcels within Annexation 2018-2 (Tract 7188), previously, a single parcel totaling approximately fourteen acres (14.40 acres), identified on the Kern County Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN) Maps as Book 453, Page 040, Parcel 12. This parcel, now built out will be forty (40) assessed benefiting Single-Family Residential properties (40 residential units), plus various easements and streets within Tract 7188 which are not subject to an assessment, including Marbella Drive, Terra Bella Place, Via Flore Way, San Michele and Arroyo Street.

The landscaping improvements associated within Zone 05 are considered local improvements installed specifically in connection with the development of properties within Tract 7188 but may also include existing improvements that would otherwise be required or necessary for the development of properties to their full and best use. The landscaping improvements for Zone 05 to be funded in whole or in part by the assessments incorporate approximately 7,460 square feet of nonirrigated, natural (hardscape) parkway area between the curb and masonry wall along the perimeter of the development incorporating the following:

The parkway area behind the sidewalk on the north side of Drummond Avenue from Arroyo Street (the eastern boundary of Tract 7188) to Mahan Street (the western boundary of Tract 7188), including the corner parkway return areas behind the sidewalk at the corners of Drummond Avenue and Mahan Street, and Drummond Avenue and Arroyo Street. (Approximately 3,005 square feet of parkway area);
The parkway area behind the sidewalk on the east side of Mahan Street from Drummond Avenue (the southern boundary of Tract 7188), north to the northern boundary of Tract 7188, which is also the southern boundary of Tract 6133. (Approximately 4,455 square feet of parkway area); The maintenance and servicing of the landscaping improvements described above may include, but is not limited to the regularly scheduled pest/vector control, weed and graffiti abatement; as well as the installation, replacement and rehabilitation of the parkway surface area.

The City’s Public Works Department is currently responsible for overseeing the ongoing maintenance, servicing, and operation of the landscaping improvements within the Consolidated District and shall authorize and schedule such maintenance and servicing as need, based on available funding for the above mentioned areas only.

Annexation 2024-1
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The landscaping improvements associated with the District/Zone are considered local improvements installed specifically in connection with the development of the property within its boundaries. The landscaping improvements for the District/Zone to be funded in whole or in part by the assessments incorporates approximately 4,550 square feet of landscape area including the following:
 The parkway area behind the sidewalk on the east side of N. Norma Street from Mojave View Avenue (the southern boundary) to the northern boundary of the District/Zone, which is also the northern boundary of parcel 067-040-029-00-4. This area totals approximately 775 square feet of bare ground that will require weed abatement services; and
 The parkway area behind the sidewalk at the northeast corner of Mojave View Avenue and N. Norma Street and the area behind the sidewalk along the north side of Mojave View Avenue to the eastern boundary of the District/Zone, which is also the eastern boundary of parcel 067-040-029-00-4. This improvement area totals approximately 3,775 square feet and is generally comprised of approximately 1,540 square feet of decorative rock and 2,235 square feet of irrigated landscaping.

The maintenance and servicing of the landscape improvements described above may include but is not limited to the regularly scheduled pest/vector control, weed and graffiti abatement; as well as the installation, replacement, and rehabilitation of the surface areas, landscape materials, and facilities. The City’s Public Works Department is currently responsible for overseeing the ongoing maintenance, servicing, and operation of the landscaping improvements within the Consolidated District and shall authorize and schedule such maintenance and servicing as need for this District/Zone based on available funding.

Lighting Improvements
The various lighting improvements that are funded by assessments may include, but are not limited to: electrical energy, lighting fixtures, poles, meters, conduits, electrical cable and associated appurtenant facilities associated with the street lights. Maintenance, operation, and servicing of these lighting improvements may include, but is not limited to the furnishing of electric current or other illuminating agent; as needed maintenance, repair, and replacement of worn out electrical components and light fixtures, including bulbs, ballasts, photoelectric cells, meters, electrical cables; repair or replacement of damaged poles, ground wires, and conduits caused by accidents, vandalism, time, and weather; and monitoring of the Underground Service Alert (USA) network to prevent damage by excavation.

Original District 2012-1
Zone 1, 1B & 1C
Public street lighting improvements to be funded by the District assessments may include, but are not limited to, electrical energy, lighting fixtures, poles, meters, conduits, electrical cable and associated appurtenant facilities including, but not limited to:

Sixteen (16) street lights located within Tract No. 6740 including:
4 lights on the south side of Rain Shadow Court
3 lights on the north side of Salt River Drive
2 lights on either side of Wild Thorne Drive
3 lights on either side of Majestic Sky Court
4 lights on the east side of Del Rosa Street
Ten (10) street lights on the perimeter of Tract No. 6740 including:

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4 lights on the north side Kendall Street
6 lights on the west side of College Heights Boulevard
Any other public lighting facilities on the streets surrounding or adjacent to Tract No. 6740 including future traffic signals that may be deemed necessary or desired for the safe ingress or egress to the properties within the District.

Zone 1B (Tract 6775) & 1C (Tract 6700)
It is estimated that there will be approximately thirty-two (32) street lights located within Tracts 6700 and 6775 and eighteen (18) street lights on the perimeter of the two tracts along College Heights Boulevard and Springer Avenue.

Any other public lighting facilities on the streets surrounding or adjacent to Tracts 6740, 6700 and 6775 including future traffic signals that may be deemed necessary or desired for the safe ingress or egress to the properties within the District.

Annexation 2016-2
Zone 2
Eighteen (18) LS-1 street lights (perimeter/shared street lights) located on E. Bowman Road, W . Bowman R o a d , a n d S . China L a k e B o u l e v a r d . These l i g h t s a r e proportionately shared by each of the parcels within Annexation No. 2016-2 (Zone 02 and Zone 03). These eighteen street lights include six (6) street lights on S. China Lake Boulevard, two (2) street lights on E. Bowman Road, and ten (10) street lights on W. Bowman Road; Five (5) LS-1 street lights (development specific street lights) located on the west side of Silver Ridge Street, south of E. Bowman Road. These street lights are specifically for the 2015 Walmart development and only these two parcels (343-351-34 and 343- 351-35) within Annexation No. 2016-2 (Zone 02) receive special benefit and are proportionately assessed; Two traffic signals; one located on Bowman Road, between S. China Lake Boulevard and Sunland Street. This traffic signal and related traffic safety lights is specifically for accessing the 2015 Walmart development, and only these two parcels (343-351-34 and 343-351-35) within Annexation No. 2016-2 (Zone 02) receive special benefit and are proportionately assessed. The other located on Bowman Road, at the intersections of S> China Lake Boulevard. This traffic signal was installed with the 2015 Walmart Development and provides a proportional benefit to both Zone 2 and Zone 3.

Zone 3
Eighteen (18) LS-1 street lights (perimeter/shared street lights) located on E. Bowman Road, W . Bowman R o a d , a n d S . China L a k e B o u l e v a r d . These l i g h t s a r e proportionately shared by each of the parcels within Annexation No. 2016-2 (Zone 02 and Zone 03). These eighteen street lights include six (6) street lights on S.

China Lake Boulevard, two (2) street lights on E. Bowman Road, and ten (10) street lights on W.

Bowman Road.

Annexation 2019-1
Zone 4
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improvements installed specifically in connection with the development of properties within Tract 6908 (Annexation 2019-1) which includes, but is not limited to:

Five (5) internal residential streetlights on the streets within Tract 6908 located on Ocean Drive, Paradise Drive and Beach Court; and,
Six (6) perimeter streetlights that are adjacent to the development, including two lights on the south side
Annexation 2018-2
Zone 5
The lighting improvements associated within Zone 05 are identified as local street lighting improvements installed specifically in connection with the development of properties within Tract 7188 (Annexation 2018-2) which includes, but is not limited to:

Eight (8) internal residential streetlights located on Marbella Drive, Terra Bella Place, Via Flore Way, San Michele and the west side of Arroyo Street; and, Four (4) perimeter streetlights that are adjacent to the development, including two lights on the north side of Drummond Avenue, one light at the northeast corner of Drummond Avenue and Mahan Street, and one streetlights on the east side of Mahan Street.

Annexation 2024-1
Zone 6
The lighting improvements associated with the District/Zone are identified as local street lighting improvements installed specifically in connection with the development of properties within the proposed district boundaries (Development Specific Street Lights), which includes, but is not limited to:
 One (1) development perimeter street light that is adjacent to the development at the northeast corner of N. Norma Street and Mojave View Avenue; and
 Two (2) development perimeter street lights located adjacent to the Mojave View Apartments development on the north side of Mojave View Avenue.

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

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Part II — Method of Apportionment
Based on the provisions of the 1972 Act and the California Constitution, this section of the Report summarizes an analysis of the benefits associated with the improvements and services to be provided by the District (both general and special); the resulting District structure (zones of benefit); the formulas used to calculate each parcel’s proportional special benefit and assessment obligation based on the entirety of the cost to provide the improvements (method of assessment); and the establishment of an inflationary formula for such assessments to address anticipated cost increases due to inflation (assessment range formula).

Benefit Analysis (California Constitution)
The 1972 Act permits the establishment of assessment District by agencies for the purpose of providing certain public improvements, which include but are not limited to the construction, maintenance, operation, and servicing of landscape improvements, public street lighting and appurtenant facilities. The costs of the proposed improvements addressed and described in this Report have been identified and allocated to properties within the District/Zone based on special benefits as outlined by Article XIII D of the California Constitution. The improvements provided, maintained, and serviced for each District/Zone and for which properties may be assessed are considered local landscaping and lighting improvements and related amenities that were installed in connection with the development (all property that comprises the District/Zone) and/or would otherwise be necessary or required for the development of property. The assessments and method of apportionment is based on the premise that the maintenance of these local improvements and/or property-related services would otherwise not have been required without the development of the property and the parcel(s) receive a particular and distinct benefit (special benefit) from the ongoing maintenance of the identified improvements as outlined by Article XIII D of the California Constitution. The 1972 Act further requires that the cost of these improvements be levied according to benefit rather than assessed value:
“The net amount to be assessed upon lands within an assessment district may be apportioned by any formula or method which fairly distributes the net amount among all assessable lots or parcels in proportion to the estimated benefits to be received by each such lot or parcel from the improvements.”
In conjunction with the provisions of the 1972 Act, the California Constitution Article XIIID addresses several key criteria for the levy of assessments, notably:

Article XIIID Section 2d defines District as:
“District” means an area determined by an agency to contain all parcels which will receive a special benefit from a proposed public improvement or property-related service”; Article XIIID Section 2i defines Special Benefit as:
“Special benefit” means a particular and distinct benefit over and above general benefits conferred on real property located in the district or to the public at large. General enhancement of property value does not constitute “special benefit.” Article XIIID Section 4a defines proportional special benefit assessments as:
“An agency which proposes to levy an assessment shall identify all parcels which will have a special benefit conferred upon them and upon which an assessment will be imposed.

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operation expenses of a public improvement, or the cost of the property related service being provided. No assessment shall be imposed on any parcel which exceeds the reasonable cost of the proportional special benefit conferred on that parcel.” Proposition 218 Benefit Analysis
The local improvements provided in the District/Zone for which an assessment is being imposed, have been identified as necessary, desired and/or required for the orderly development of the parcel(s) to their full potential, consistent with the development plans and applicable portions of the City’s General Plan.

Each of the District’ improvements and the associated costs to maintain and service those improvements have been reviewed, identified and allocated to properties within the District based on special benefit pursuant to the provisions of the California Constitution and 1972 Act. The local improvements provided by the District and for which properties will be assessed have been identified as necessary, desired and required for the orderly development of the properties within each Zone to their full potential, consistent with the development plans and applicable portions of the City’s General Plan. As such, these particular improvements are clearly the direct result of developing each of the individual lots and parcels within the District and although the improvements are within the public rights-of-way or dedicated easements, the financial obligation to support and maintain such improvements would be necessary and required of the individual property owners either directly or through an association if the District were not established. Clearly these local improvements and the long-term maintenance and servicing of those improvements directly affect each property and provide shared special benefits including, but not limited to:
enhanced property safety (protection and access) from local street lights within and adjacent to the development;
enhanced property and neighborhood appearance (esthetics) resulting from wellmaintained landscaped areas, graffiti and debris control on the perimeter and entryways to the development; and,
the long term economic and environmental advantages to properties including the enhanced presentation and marketability of properties that have such improvements, expanded green space and trees which reduce traffic noise and dust, and the long-term cost-efficiency of services being provided by the City (economy of scale) as well as the regulatory restrictions on future cost increases.

Based on the parameters of special benefit as outlined by the Constitution, general benefit may be described as an overall and similar benefit to the public in general resulting from the improvements, activity or service to be provided for which an assessment is levied. Although the District improvements are located on public streets that are visible to the general public, it is clear that the ongoing maintenance of these improvements are only necessary for the appearance, safety and advantage of the properties within the District and are not required nor necessarily desired by any properties outside the District’ boundary. As the improvements and the services to be provided are specific to the development and properties within the District’ boundaries and these improvements and services do not extend beyond the District’ boundaries (The District encompasses all properties receiving special benefits), any access or proximity to these improvements by other nearby properties or developments would be considered incidental and the Page | 20
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potential general benefits to the public at large are considered intangible. Therefore, it has been determined that these District’ improvements provide no measurable or quantifiable general benefit to properties outside the District or to the public at large.

The method of apportionment (method of assessment) established herein is based on the premise that each assessed property receives special benefits from the improvements, services and activities to be funded by such assessments, and the assessment obligation for each parcel reflects that parcel’s proportional special benefits as compared to other properties that receive special benefits as outlined in the preceding definitions established in the California Constitution. The assessment revenues to be collected for the District
provide a means by which property owners can collectively and effectively fund the cost of shared local improvements that directly impact their property. The District assessments will support the operation and maintenance of the District improvements and shall be used for only that purpose, consistent with the intent of the Act and the Constitution.

Special Benefit
The ongoing maintenance of landscaped areas within the various Zones of the Consolidated District as well as this specific District/Zone provide aesthetic benefits to the properties directly associated with the improvements and creates a pleasant environment to walk, drive, live, and/or work. The primary function of such landscape improvements and related amenities and services is to provide an aesthetically pleasing enhancement of the public rights-of way or easements for the benefit of the immediately adjacent and surrounding properties and developments for which the improvements were constructed and installed and/or were facilitated by the development or potential development of properties within each respective District or Zone. These improvements are an integral part of the physical environment associated with the parcels to be assessed, and while some or all of the improvements may in part be visible to properties outside the Zones of the Consolidated District and this District/Zone, if the improvements for each these Zones and this District/Zone are not properly maintained, it is the parcels within each of these respective Zones that would be aesthetically burdened. Additionally, the street landscaping serves as a pleasant aesthetic amenity that enhances the approach to the parcels and in some cases, serves as both a physical buffer as well as a sound reduction buffer between the roadways and the properties in those Zones. Likewise, the landscaped areas for some of the Zones within the Consolidated District may include landscaped parks, green spaces, slopes, or trails that provide visually pleasing open space areas that serve as an extension of the physical attributes of the parcels assessed, such as their front or rear yards and may also provide a greater opportunity for recreation. As a result, the maintenance of these various landscape improvements provide particular and distinct benefits to the properties and developments within each respective Zone including this proposed District/Zone.

Likewise, street lighting in the various Zones of the Consolidated District as well as the District/Zone addressed in this Report is primarily useful for illuminating the streets that provide access to the properties in those Zones, as well as the sidewalks and parking lanes associated with those properties. While it is recognized that both street lights and traffic signals serve in part to enhance traffic safety, installation and construction of these improvements are for the most part, required by the development of properties within each respective Zone of the Consolidated District as well as this District/Zone and these improvements provide three main special benefits to those properties:
(i) property security benefit, (ii) pedestrian safety benefit, and (iii) parkway/roadway access benefit.

Furthermore, because traffic circulation in the City is largely the result of local traffic to and from these properties by the property owners, residents, and guests, it is reasonable to assume that these properties derive a particular and distinct benefit from the street lights and/or traffic signals that support the safe access to the properties and essentially all pedestrians and parking vehicles in the lit areas will, after dark, be directly associated with the assessed properties. As a result, the maintenance of these lighting improvements is a particular and distinct benefit to the properties and developments within each respective District and/or Zone.

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Collectively these landscaping and lighting improvements and related assessments enhance the security, overall use, presentation, and marketability of the properties, and ensure the long-term cost-efficiency of services that is obtained through the City-provided maintenance (economy of scale), and the regulatory restrictions on future cost increases.

General Benefit
Landscaping General Benefit
In reviewing the location and extent of the specific landscaped areas and improvements to be funded by the District/Zone assessments and the proximity and relationship to properties to be assessed, it is evident these improvements were installed in connection with the development of the multi-family residential property and/or residential development or are improvements that would otherwise be shared by and required for development of that property. Although the improvements are located on public streets that are typically visible and/or accessible to the general public, it is evident that the ongoing maintenance of these improvements are only necessary for the appearance and advantage of the Mojave View Apartments within the District/Zone which installed the improvements and these improvements were not required nor necessarily desired by any properties outside the boundaries of the District/Zone. It is also evident that the maintenance of these improvements and the level of maintenance beyond that which is required to ensure the safety and protection of the general public and property in general, has limited (if any) indirect or incidental benefit to the public at large or properties outside the District/Zone.

In the absence of a special funding source (the District/Zone), the City’s maintenance of these improvements would for the most part be limited to basic or baseline level of service that would typically provide for periodic servicing of the area on an as-needed basis for weed abatement, rodent control, and erosion control services. This baseline level of service would provide for public safety and essential property protection to avoid negative impacts on adjacent roadways and vehicles traveling on those roadways and potential property damage, but results in a far less visually pleasing environment than is created with the enhanced level of services associated with the regular landscape maintenance that can be provided through the District/Zone assessments.

For the Consolidated District it was previously determined that on average, the cost to provide this baseline level of service for most landscape areas is estimated to be less than $700 per acre (approximately $0.0161 per square foot). This baseline service cost per square foot represents on average less than four percent (4%) of the overall cost per square foot to operate, maintain and service most landscape areas.

In addition to the general benefit identified above, it is recognized that there are indirect or incidental general benefits to properties within a district as well as the general public that are associated with regular landscape maintenance services, including:
 Minimization of dust and debris; and
 Decreased potential water runoff from both properties and the landscaped areas.

Although these types of benefits might best be characterized as indirect consequences of the special benefits of the landscape maintenance provided to assessed parcels, for the purposes of calculating proportional benefits, these types of benefits are considered general benefits. It is apparent that trees, shrubs, plants, and other vegetation and groundcover reduce dust, debris, and potential water runoff that might otherwise occur if such landscape improvements did not exist.

However, it is also recognized that with the regular maintenance of the landscape improvements, the effort and cost to monitor and address these issues are reduced to isolated areas and/or less frequent servicing, and these activities, generally represent less than one percent (1%) of the overall landscape maintenance costs. Therefore, conservatively, we estimate that the costs associated with these indirect and incidental benefits do not exceed one percent (1%) of the annual Page | 22
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maintenance expenditures for the landscaping improvements.

Together with the baseline general benefit costs and the indirect/incidental general benefit costs identified above, it is reasonable to conclude that the overall general benefit costs associated with the various District/Zone landscape improvements is less than five percent (5%) of the regular annual maintenance expenditures. These general benefit costs shall be excluded from the special benefit assessment funding and not assessed to the parcel(s) within the District/Zone. The calculated general benefit for landscaping improvements is identified in the budget provided in Part III of this Report.

Lighting General Benefit
In reviewing the location and extent of the specific lighting improvements (Perimeter/Shared Street Lights, Residential Street Lights, Development Specific Street Lights, and Traffic Signals) to be funded by District assessments and the proximity and relationship to properties to be assessed, like the landscaping improvements it is evident these improvements were primarily installed in connection with the development of the properties within the District or are lighting improvements that would otherwise be shared by and required for the development of those properties. It is also evident that the maintenance and servicing of these improvements has a direct and particular impact (special benefit) on those properties in proximity to those street lighting improvements and these street lighting improvements in most cases are lighting improvements that exceed what would otherwise be required for traffic circulation or to ensure the safety and protection of the general public and property in general.

Because these District lighting improvements are directly associated with the development or anticipated development of the properties within each respective District Zone and clearly provide a special benefit to those properties that is not shared by all properties in the City, it is certainly reasonable to conclude that the maintenance and operation of these improvements is largely if not entirely a special benefit to those properties to be assessed. Based on the special benefits previously identified for street lights, it is apparent that within residential developments (Zone 01), the internal street lights (“Residential Street Lights”) were installed solely for the use and benefit of those specific residential properties and there is no quantifiable general benefit to other properties or to the public at large. However, based on a review of several residential developments within the City (including the developments in Zone 01), it is estimated that about thirty to forty percent (30% to 40%) of the total street lights associated with these residential developments are located on the perimeter of those developments and/or the collector streets shared by those developments. While most of these perimeter lights were clearly installed in connection with the development of those residential properties, it is reasonable to conclude that these particular lights (perimeter street lights) not only provide a special benefit to the properties in the adjacent developments but may also enhance general nighttime traffic safety and circulation for other properties and the general public.

Based on various traffic circulation studies and related data, it is estimated that less than fifteen percent (15%) of these perimeter and collector street lights and associated costs, would be required in less concentrated development areas. Therefore, it has been determined that the general benefit related to the overall operation and maintenance of the street lights for residential developments is no more than six percent (6%) of the street light operating costs for residential developments (15% of the 40% of the total street lights). However, to ensure that no parcel is assessed for more than its proportional special benefit for residential street lighting, the City will contribute for general benefit a n a m o u n t e q u a l t o t e n p e rce n t ( 10%) o f t h e b u d g e t e d r e g u l a r a n n u a l maintenance expenditures (maintenance and energy costs). These general benefit costs shall be excluded from the special benefit assessment funding and not assessed to the parcels within the District.

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In regards to street lighting within Zones that have streets that are generally considered primary streets (Zone 02 and Zone 03), similar to the street lights located on the perimeter and collector streets in and around the residential developments of Zone 01, it is certainly reasonable to recognize that the street lights on these primary streets within Zone 02 and Zone 03 provide a measure of general benefit to the public and to properties in general resulting from nighttime traffic safety and circulation on these primary streets. The American National Standard Practice for Roadway Lighting and various related traffic and street lighting studies suggest that over ninety percent (90%) of the street lights installed on primary streets in urban areas are directly the result of property development (both residential and non-residential development). In turn these developments increase traffic circulation and ultimately dictate the type of lighting, spacing and number of lights required and without such development, both the need and quantity of those lights would be dramatically reduced. Similar to the perimeter street lights associated with residential developments, it has therefore been determined that the general benefit related to the overall operation and maintenance of the street lights on primary streets is ten percent (10%) of the regular annual maintenance expenditures (maintenance and energy costs).

These general benefit costs shall be excluded from the special benefit assessment funding and not assessed to the parcels within the District. However, street lighting on secondary streets (side streets) in nonresidential Zones such as those associated with Zone 02, are usually installed solely for the use and benefit of the adjacent properties and like internal residential street lights within residential neighborhoods, these lights provide no quantifiable general benefit to other properties or to the public at large.

In regard to traffic signals, the location and need for each traffic signal and related safety lights is typically dictated by a combination of property development, street classifications, traffic volumes, and traffic circulation. Because these factors and considerations collectively vary with the installation of each traffic signal, the proportional special and general benefit costs associated with each traffic signal will vary and cannot be categorized in the same manner as street lighting. However, similar to street lighting, traffic signals are typically installed in areas where development has occurred, and these traffic signals typically provide a special benefit to the nearby properties that utilize those intersections to access those properties. While the installation of street lighting which is primarily dictated by the development or potential development of specific properties (largely special benefit), the installation of traffic signals is often driven by more regional needs based on traffic circulation and volume and therefore, these traffic signals have a greater general benefit to the public at large.

The proportional special and general benefit costs associated with each District maintained traffic signal shall be determined by the assessment engineer on a case by case basis.

As part of this Report for Annexation 2016-2, a new traffic signal will be installed on E. Bowman Road at the entryway to the 2015 Walmart development (Assessor Parcel Numbers 343-351-34 and 343- 351-35) that comprise Zone 02. This traffic signal is being installed solely and specifically for access to and from this development and serves no other overall traffic circulation purposes. Therefore, this traffic signal has been assigned entirely as a special benefit to these two parcels with no general benefit.

As part of this Report for Annexation 2016-2, a traffic signal was installed on E. Bowman Road at the intersection of S. China Lake Boulevard that comprises and aids traffic flow for Zone 02 and Zone

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not for the development in the area. Therefore, this traffic signal has been assigned partially as a special benefit to both zones with five (5%) percent general benefit.

In regards to the special benefits previously identified above, it is apparent that the local Development Specific Street Lights installed as part of the Mojave View Apartments (Zone 6) are solely for the use and benefit this multi-family residential development and there is no quantifiable general benefit to other properties or to the public at large. However, based on various traffic circulation studies, and related data and benefit considerations applied in other Zones of the Consolidated District it has been determined that the general benefit related to the overall operation and maintenance of perimeter street lights for residential developments is no more than six percent (6%) of the street light operating costs, but to ensure that no parcel is assessed for more than its proportional special benefit for such street lighting, the City will contribute for general benefit an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the budgeted regular annual maintenance expenditures (maintenance and energy costs). These general benefit costs shall be excluded from the special benefit assessment funding and not assessed to the parcels within the District.

The calculated general benefit for lighting improvements is identified in the budget provided in Part III of this Report.

Assessment Methodology
The City proposes to annually levy and collect special benefit assessments in order to maintain and service the improvements associated with Tract No(s). 6740, 6775, 6700, 6908, 7188, Zone 2 (Walmart), Zone 3 (Area around Walmart), and Zone 6 (Mojave View Apartments). The estimated annual cost to maintain the improvements are identified in the budget section of this Report, including all estimated annual expenditures; funding for long term repair, replacement and rehabilitation costs; incidental expenses necessary to operate and support the District including administration and authorized reserve; and any revenues from other sources or previous deficit funding that would adjust the amount to be assessed.

In order to calculate and identify the proportional special benefit received by each parcel and ultimately each parcel’s proportionate share of the improvement costs it is necessary to consider not only the improvements and services to be provided, but the relationship each parcel has to those improvements as compared to other parcels in the District. Article XIIID Section 4a reads in part:
“…The proportionate special benefit derived by each identified parcel shall be determined in relationship to the entirety of the capital cost of a public improvement or the maintenance and operation expenses of a public improvement or for the cost of the property related service being provided. No assessment shall be imposed on any parcel which exceeds the reasonable cost of the proportional special benefit conferred on that parcel.” The benefit formula used to determine the assessment obligation should therefore be based upon both the improvements that benefit the parcels within the District as well as the land use of each property as compared to other parcels that benefit from those specific improvements. To identify and determine the special benefit to be received by each parcel and its proportional share of the improvement costs it is necessary to consider both the planned improvements and the properties that benefit from those improvements.

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the location of the improvements in relationship to properties, the different types of properties associated with the improvements. To establish the proportional special benefit and ultimately the assessment obligation for each parcel, these factors need to be addressed and formulated in the method of apportionment by the use of benefit zones that reflect the extent and location of the improvements in relationship to the properties, as well as the specific use, size and characteristics that reflects each parcel’s proportional special benefit as compared to other properties that benefit from those same improvements.

Zones of Benefit
In an effort to ensure an appropriate allocation of the estimated annual cost to provide various improvements based on proportional special benefits, District often times include benefit zones (“Zones”) as authorized pursuant to Chapter 1 Article 4, Section 22574 of the 1972 Act:
“The diagram and assessment may classify various areas within an assessment District into different zones where, by reason of variations in the nature, location, and extent of the improvements, the various areas will receive differing degrees of benefit from the improvements.

A zone shall consist of all territory which will receive substantially the same degree of benefit from the improvements.”
While the California Constitution requires that “The proportionate special benefit derived by each identified parcel shall be determined in relationship to the entirety of the capital cost of a public improvement or the maintenance and operation expenses of a public improvement…”; it is reasonable to conclude that certain landscaping and lighting improvements may benefit most if not all properties within a District while other improvements may only provide special benefits to specific parcels, developments or portions of the District (particularly in larger District), while still other improvements may be identified and proportionately allocated as both special benefits and a general benefit. Based on a review of the location and extent of the improvements for these Districts and the direct proximity and relationship to the properties therein, it has been determined that each parcel within Tract maps will receive proportionally similar special benefits from the local street lighting and landscape improvements located on the perimeter of the development and the establishment of benefit zones is not necessary. However, because this is the City’s first development established as a 1972 Act District and it is likely that future developments in the City may facilitate a similar need, Tract 6740 has been established and referred to as Zone 1. Tract 6775 has been established and referred to as Zone 1B. Tract 6700 has been established and referred to as Zone 1C. Annexation 2016-2 has been established and referred to as Zone 2 & 3 for this District.

Annexation 2019-1 has been established and referred to as Zone 4, Annexation 2018-2 has been established and referred to as 5 for this District and Annexation 2024-1 has been established and referred to as Zone 6. While this Zone designation has no direct bearing on the calculation of proportional special benefit at this time, it does establish an initial zone structure and naming convention that may be utilized for future developments or properties that may be annexed to this District under the provisions of the 1972 Act.

Details regarding the location and extent of the improvements within the District and the Zones therein are on file in the office of the Public Works Department and by reference these documents are made part of this Report. A diagram showing the exterior boundaries of the District is attached and incorporated herein under Part IV (District Diagram) of this Report.

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the proportional special benefit of each parcel utilizes a weighted methodology of apportionment commonly referred to as an Equivalent Benefit Unit (EBU) methodology. This method of apportionment establishes the single-family home site as the basic unit of assessment. A single-family residential unit or lot is assigned one (1.0) Equivalent Benefit Unit (EBU) and other property types (land uses) are proportionately weighted (weighted EBU) based on a benefit formula that equates each property’s specific characteristics and special benefits to that of the single-family residential unit. This proportional weighting may be based on several considerations that may include, but are not limited to: the type of development (land use), development-status (developed versus undeveloped), size of the property (acreage or units), vehicular trip generation, street frontage, densities or other property related factors including any development restrictions or limitations; as well as the property’s location and proximity to the improvements (which would be addressed by its Zone designation).

For most local landscaping and lighting improvements and assessments, the most appropriate proportional special benefit calculation for each parcel is reasonably determined by three basic property characteristics:
 Proximity — As previously noted, each parcel in the District shall be identified and grouped into Zones based on each parcel’s proximity and relationship to the District improvements;  Land use — Commercial/Industrial Use; Residential Use, Institutional Use, Vacant Land (Undeveloped Property), Public Property etc.; and,
 Property Size — Acreage for non-residential properties (both developed and undeveloped); Units for residential properties. Property size (acreage or units) provides a definable and comparative representation of each parcel’s proportional special benefit not only to similar types of properties but to other properties as well.

Zones 1, 1B, 1C, 4 & 5
Zone 1, 1B and 1C are currently comprised entirely of residential parcels and developments.

As previously noted, at build-out, Annexation 2019-1 (Zone 4) will be comprised of forty-five single-family residential parcels and Annexation 2018-2 (Zone 5) will be comprised of forty singlefamily residential parcels. The following is a list of land use classifications that may be applicable to parcels within the Zone and their assigned Equivalent Benefit Units. The single-family residential home site is used as the base value of benefit and assessment. Not all land use classifications listed are currently applicable to parcels in the Zone, but may be applicable to future parcels that are annexed to the Zone:

Land Use Classifications
Single-Family Residential Property — is defined as a fully subdivided residential home site with or without a structure. For purposes of establishing the proportional special benefits and equivalent benefit units for other land uses in this District, the single-family residential land use is designated as the basic unit of assessment.

Multi-Family Residential & Mixed-Use Property — is defined as a fully subdivided residential parcel that has more than one residential unit developed on the parcel. (This land use includes apartments, duplexes, triplexes, etc., but does not include condominiums, townhomes). This land use designation may also include properties identified by the County Assessor’s Office as Page | 27
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mixed-use property for which there is more than one residential unit (known number of residential units) associated with the property
and for which the parcel’s primary use is residential but may also include some commercial component or unit associated with that property.

Although multi-family residential properties receive similar special benefits to that of single-family residential property and an appropriate and comparative calculation of proportional special benefits is reasonably reflected by the parcel’s total number of residential units, it would not be reasonable to conclude that on a per unit basis, the benefits are equal. Studies have consistently shown that multi-family units impact public infrastructure at reduced levels compared to a single-family residence, which is reflective of their reduced structure size, vehicular trip generation and need for various public improvements.

Furthermore, as the density (number of units per parcel) increase, the average distance from the improvements tend to increase and the number of vehicular trips generated tend to decline because the population density per unit tend to decrease (largely because of reduced unit sizes). Based on these considerations, it is reasonable to conclude that the proportional special benefits per unit is less than that of a single-family residential property and appropriate weighting of the proportional special benefit per unit for multi-family residential properties as compared to a single-family residential is best represented by the following sliding scale:

Zones 1, 1B & 1C: 0.625 EBU per unit for the first 5 units; plus 0.500 EBU per unit for units 6 through 25; plus 0.375 EBU per unit for units 26 through 50; plus 0.250 EBU per unit for units 51 through 100; plus 0.125 EBU per unit for units 101 or above.

Zones 4 & 5: 0.750 EBU per unit.

Approved Residential Development – This land use is defined as a parcel and/or development (group of parcels) that are not fully subdivided, but based on an Approved Development Map, Final Tract Map or other Approved Development Plan, the specific number of single-family residential lots has been approved for development, and the improvements and services associated with the development and/or parcel have been accepted or will be accepted by the City for maintenance in the fiscal year. This land use type is assigned an EBU for both landscaping and lighting improvements that reflects the total EBU’s associated with that parcel at build-out.

Undeveloped Residential Property - is defined as a parcel that has been identified as undeveloped property (vacant land), zoned for residential use (fully subdivided or not), that has the potential to be developed (few or no development restrictions). Typically, a tentative or final map has not been submitted and/or approved for the property, but the improvements that benefit the parcel (existing improvements) have been accepted or will be accepted by the City for maintenance in the fiscal year. When considering the special benefits from landscaping and lighting improvements it becomes evident that the proportional special benefits associated with vacant property is clearly less than that of developed properties. Although vacant properties may certainly derive special benefits from local landscaping and lighting improvements, these special benefits are limited to the land (lot) itself. Conversely, approximately half of the direct and immediate special benefits for developed properties are related to the daily use or potential use of that property. Therefore, the Equivalent Benefit Units applied to these properties shall be based on 0.500 EBU per acre with a minimum Equivalent Benefit Unit of 0.125 EBU for parcels less than one-quarter of an acre and a maximum Equivalent Benefit Unit of 5.000 EBU for parcels greater than ten acres.

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Planned Residential Development - This land use is defined as a parcel or group of parcels currently identified as undeveloped (vacant land), but the specific number of single-family residential lots or multi-family residential units has been approved for development has part of an Approved Development Map, Final Tract Map or other Approved Development Plan. However, unlike Approved Residential Development property, the City does not anticipate acceptance of the improvements associated with this parcel or development for the upcoming fiscal year and the proportional assessments for such properties may likely be limited to incidental expenses.

For balloting purposes to establish the property’s maximum assessment and proportional special benefit, these parcels shall be assigned an EBU that reflects the total EBU’s associated with that parcel at build-out (1.0 EBU per single-family residential lot and 0.75 per multi-family residential unit). However, for calculation of the annual assessments each fiscal year, the City and Assessment Engineer shall apply an EBU that reflects the property’s estimated proportional special benefit from exiting improvements and/or portion of the new improvements to be installed and accepted during the upcoming fiscal year. The Assessment Engineer may assign to such parcels in any given fiscal year as little as 0.00 EBU up to the maximum EBU for which the property was ballot or any EBU in between that reasonably reflects the parcel’s proportional special benefit from the improvements and services provided as compared to other properties in the Zone. In addition, such parcels may be temporarily designated as a Sub-Zone within the Zone and budgeted separately until all the improvements for the development are installed and/or the property has been subdivided.

In addition to the land use classifications identified above, the following two land use classifications may also be applicable to parcels within the District and/or Zones within the Consolidated District:

Exempt Properties - Within most District, there are lots or parcels of land that do not receive a special benefit from the improvements provided (exempt from assessment), which may include, but is not limited to public streets and other roadways (typically not assigned an APN by the County); dedicated public easements, public rights-of-way, or utility rights-of-way; common areas, bifurcated lots; sliver parcels or any other parcel that has little or no assessed value and cannot be developed independently; parcels that are part of the improvements being maintained by the District or that the City has determined that the parcel cannot be developed. These types of parcels are considered to receive no special benefit from the improvements and are therefore exempted from assessment and are assigned 0.00 EBU.

Case Properties - In District where multiple land use classifications are applied, there may be a specific property or properties where the typical land use classifications and method of apportionment do not accurately reflect the property’s proportional special benefits received from the improvements. This land use classification may be applicable when the use of that property is restricted or limited compared to other properties, cases where only a portion of the property can be developed or only a portion of the parcel will
benefit from the improvements provided, and/or the timing of the City accepting the specific improvements associated with that property may be different than other properties with that development or Zone. For example, a parcel may be identified as an undeveloped property, but only a portion of the parcel can be developed or only a portion of the property is considered to benefit from the improvements. In such cases, the City and Assessment Engineer may determine that an appropriate calculation of proportional benefit is better reflected by applying a reduced weighting factor.

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and undeveloped parcels (undeveloped non-residential or multi-family residential properties).

The following is a list of land use classifications that may be applicable to parcels within these Zones followed by the calculation of the Equivalent Benefit Units associated with those land use classifications. The base value of benefit and assessment for each parcel is based on the total Improvement Square Footage and total Benefit Front Footage of the parcels associated with those improvements. Not all land use classifications listed are currently applicable to parcels in the Zone but may be applicable to future parcels that are annexed to the Zones.

Land Use Classifications
Developed Non-Residential – This land use is defined as a parcel and/or development (group of parcels) that has been developed primarily with a non-residential use, including, but are not limited to (both publicly owned and privately owned) commercial, office or professional service, industrial, parking lot, institutional facilities, churches or other non- profit organizations; and the parcel or development receives a particular and distinct benefit from District improvements. The EBU assigned to such parcels for both landscaping and lighting improvements is based on the parcel’s proportional benefit frontage and calculated improvement square footage of the landscape improvements associated with the property as compared to other properties that benefit from those improvements as outlined in the EBU calculations that follow.

Approved Non-Residential – This land use is defined as a parcel and/or development (group of parcels) that has an Approved Development Map, Final Tract Map or other Approved Development Plan primarily for a non-residential use, including, but are not limited to (both publicly owned and privately owned) commercial, office or professional service, industrial, parking lot, institutional facilities, churches or other non-profit organizations; and the parcel or development receives a particular and distinct benefit from District improvements. The EBU assigned to such parcels for both landscaping and lighting improvements is based on the parcel’s proportional benefit frontage and calculated improvement square footage of the landscape improvements associated with the property as compared to other properties that benefit from those improvements as outlined in the EBU calculations that follow.

Developed Multi-Family Residential – This land use is defined as a parcel and/or development (group of parcels) that has been developed as a fully subdivided residential development with multiple residential units associated with the parcel or development including, apartments, duplexes, or other parcels with multiple residential units, but not including institutional facilities or mixed-use properties which are typically identified as non-residential; and the parcel or development receives a particular and distinct benefit from District improvements. The EBU assigned to such parcels for both landscaping and lighting improvements is based on the parcel’s proportional benefit frontage and calculated improvement square footage of the landscape improvements associated with the property as compared to other properties that benefit from those improvements as outlined in the EBU calculations that follow.

Approved Multi-Family Residential – This land use is defined as a parcel and/or development (group of parcels) that has an Approved Development Map, Final Tract Map or other Approved Development Plan for development as a multiple residential unit parcel or development including, apartments, duplexes, or other parcels with multiple residential units, but not including institutional facilities or mixed-use properties which are typically identified as non-residential; and the parcel or development receives a particular and distinct benefit from District improvements. The EBU assigned to such parcels for both landscaping and lighting improvements is based on the parcel’s proportional benefit frontage and calculated improvement square footage of the landscape Page | 30
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improvements associated with the property as compared to other properties that benefit from those improvements as outlined in the EBU calculations that follow.

Developed Condominium/Townhome Property – This land use is defined as a parcel that have been developed as a fully subdivided residential condominium or townhome parcel for which the County Assessor has established an individual Assessor’s Parcel Number for each residential condominium unit and related common areas (if any); and the condominium development and condominium parcels therein receive a particular and distinct benefit from District improvements. (Such developments do not include any District improvements within the development, only improvements outside the development). The EBU assigned to each residential condominium parcel within for both landscaping and lighting improvements is based on the overall development’s proportional benefit frontage and calculated improvement square footage of the landscape improvements associated with the condominium development as compared to other properties that benefit from those improvements. The development’s calculated improvement square footage is proportionately allocated to each residential condominium parcel as described in the EBU calculations that follow.

Approved Condominium Property – This land use is defined as a parcel or group of parcels that has an Approved Development Map, Final Tract Map or other Approved Development Plan for development as a condominiums or townhomes for which the County Assessor has or will establish individual Assessor’s Parcel Numbers for each residential condominium unit and common areas (if any); and the condominium development and condominium parcels therein receive a particular and distinct benefit from District improvements. (Such developments do not include any District improvements within the development, only improvements outside the development). The EBU assigned to each parcel (fully subdivided residential condominium parcels or planned residential units on yet to be subdivided parcels) for both landscaping and lighting improvements is based on the overall development’s proportional improvement square footage of the landscape improvements associated with the condominium development as compared to other properties that benefit from those improvements. The development’s calculated benefit frontage and improvement square footage of the landscape improvements is proportionately allocated to each residential condominium parcel as described in the EBU calculations that follow.

Undeveloped Non-Residential – This land use is defined as a parcel or group of parcels that are undeveloped (vacant land), for which a specific Development Map, Tract Map or other Development Plan has not been approved, but based on Zoning and/or other documents, the City anticipates the parcel or group of parcels to be developed for a non- residential or multi-family residential use; and the property receives a particular and distinct benefit from District improvements. The EBU assigned to such property for both landscaping and lighting improvements is based on the parcel’s proportional benefit frontage and calculated improvement square footage of the landscape improvements associated with the property as compared to other properties that benefit from those improvements as outlined in the EBU calculations that follow.

Planned Non-Residential – This land use is defined as a parcel or group of parcels currently identified as undeveloped (vacant land), but the property has an Approved Development Map, Final Tract Map or other Approved Development Plan for development as a non-residential property.

However, unlike an Approved Non- Residential property, the City does not anticipate acceptance of all the improvements associated with this parcel or development for the upcoming fiscal year and the proportional assessments for such properties may be limited to a portion of the estimated annual maintenance costs and/or incidental expenses.

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Planned Multi-Family Residential – This land use is defined as a parcel or group of parcels currently identified as undeveloped (vacant land), but the property has an Approved Development Map, Final Tract Map or other Approved Development Plan for development as a multiple residential unit parcel or development. However, unlike an Approved Multi-Family Residential or an Approved Condominium Property, the City does not anticipate acceptance of all the improvements associated with this parcel or development for the upcoming fiscal year and the proportional assessments for such properties may be limited to a portion of the estimated annual maintenance costs and/or incidental expenses. For balloting purposes to establish the property’s maximum assessment and proportional special benefit, for both Planned Non-Residential and Planned Multi-Family Residential properties, the parcels shall be assigned an EBU that reflects the property’s EBU at build- out (similar to that of a “Developed” or “Approved” property) and the City’s acceptance of all the improvements to be maintained by the District. However, for calculation of the annual assessments each fiscal year, the City and Assessment Engineer may classify such parcels as a “Special Case” and apply an EBU that reflects the property’s estimated proportional special benefit from exiting improvements and/or portion of the new improvements to be installed and accepted during the upcoming fiscal year. The Assessment Engineer may assign to such parcels in any given fiscal year, as little as 0.00 EBU up to the maximum EBU for which the property was ballot or any EBU in between, that reasonably reflects the parcel’s proportional special benefit from the improvements and services provided as compared to other properties in the Zone. In addition, such parcels may be temporarily designated as a Sub-Zone within the Zone and budgeted separately until all the improvements for the development are installed and/or the property has been subdivided.

Developed Hotel/Motel Property — Although Hotel/Motel Properties are certainly viewed as a commercial enterprise and would have similar special benefits as commercial/industrial properties for landscape improvements, these properties clearly have a more significant nighttime use and traffic generation than other commercial/industrial properties that result from their transient residential activities. Clearly, the presence of local street lighting or the lack thereof can have a direct and significant impact on hotel and motel properties because of their heightened nighttime business activities. To reflect this increased proportional special benefit resulting from higher nighttime use and need for local street lighting as compared to other commercial/industrial properties. As with commercial/industrial properties, minimum and maximum acreage limits shall be applied in calculating each parcel’s individual assessment.

Developed Institutional Property — is defined as developed private properties used for the purposes of public related services or activities, including but not limited to Colleges, Private Schools, Places of Worship, Day Care Centers, Fraternal Organizations, Hospitals, Convalescent or Retirement Homes, or other similar public service or assembly type properties.

Developed Public Property — is defined as developed public or government owned property used for public related services or activities, including but not limited to city facilities including parks, community centers, fire and police stations, and city offices; county or state offices and facilities; federal, state or county court facilities; US postal service facilities; public schools; public utility facilities or offices; or other similar developed public properties.

Parking Lot/Limited Use Property — This land use classification is applied to developed privately owned properties that the City considers not to be fully developed commercial/industrial, institutional or residential properties. This land use classification is typically applied to parcels that are identified as parking lots with limited or no buildings; but may also identify parcels that have Page | 32
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limited or restricted non-residential use where the typical commercial/industrial or institutional classification is not applicable or appropriate. The Equivalent Benefit Units applied to these properties shall be based on the same minimum and maximum acreage limits that are applied to other acreage-based properties.

Vacant Property —is defined as property that has been identified as undeveloped but has reasonable development potential (Few or no development restrictions). When considering the special benefits from landscaping and lighting improvements it becomes evident that the proportional special benefits associated with vacant property is clearly less than that of developed properties. Although vacant properties certainly derive special benefits from local landscaping and lighting improvements, these special benefits are limited to the land (lot) itself. Conversely, approximately half of the direct and immediate special benefits for developed properties are related to the daily use or potential use of that property. Therefore, the Equivalent Benefit Units applied to these properties shall be based on the same minimum and maximum acreage limits that are applied to other acreage-based properties.

Exempt Property (Parcel) — identifies parcels that for various reasons, it has been determined that the parcel does not and will not receive special benefits from the improvements. This land use classification may include but is not limited to:
 Lots or parcels identified as public streets and other roadways (typically not assigned an APN by the County);
 Dedicated public easements including open space areas, utility rights-of-way, greenbelts, parkways, or other publicly-owned or utility-owned land that serves the community or general public and are not considered or classified as developed public properties;
 Parcels of land that are privately owned, but cannot be developed independently from an adjacent property or is part of a shared interest with other properties, such as common areas, sliver parcels, bifurcated lots or properties with very restrictive development potential or use.

Because these properties either provide a public service that is comparable to landscaping or street lighting improvements, or they are dependent on another property or development, these types of parcels have no direct need for such improvements and are considered to receive no special benefits Therefore these parcels shall be exempt from assessment and are assigned 0.000 EBU. However, these properties shall be reviewed annually by the assessment engineer to confirm the parcel’s use and/or development status has not changed.

Special Case Property — In many District where multiple land use classifications are involved, there may be one or more properties that the standard land use classifications do not accurately identify the use and special benefits received from the improvements or there may be something about that particular parcel that should be noted for review in subsequent fiscal years.

Property and based on that review shall make appropriate adjustments to that property’s land use and Equivalent Benefit Unit assignment as warranted.

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Zone 6
Zone 6 is entirely comprised of a single multi-family residential apartment complex property with seventysix (76) units, there is the potential for similar standalone multi-family residential apartment complexes and/or nearby undeveloped properties to be annexed into Zone 6 in the future. Therefore, rather than applying a residential unit methodology similar to Zones 1, 1B, 1C, 4, and 5, it has been determined that for this District/Zone the most appropriate method of apportionment is based on Benefit Frontage to the improvements, similar to what is applied in Zones 2 and 3 of the Consolidated District.

Land Use Classifications
The following provides a listing and description of the land use designations and apportionment calculations that are applicable to parcels within the District/Zone or may be applicable as a result of future annexations. This listing includes but is not limited to:

Developed Multi-Family Residential — This land use is defined as a parcel and/or development (group of parcels) that has been developed as a fully subdivided residential development with multiple residential units associated with the parcel or development including, apartments, duplexes, or other parcels with multiple residential units, but not including institutional facilities or mixed-use properties which are typically identified as non-residential; and the parcel or development receives a particular and distinct benefit from District improvements. The EBU assigned to such parcels for both landscaping and lighting improvements is based on the parcel’s proportional benefit frontage and calculated improvement square footage of the landscape improvements associated with the property as compared to other properties that benefit from those improvements as outlined in the EBU calculations that follow.

Approved Multi-Family Residential — This land use is defined as a parcel and/or development (group of parcels) that has an Approved Development Map, Final Tract Map or other Approved Development Plan for development as a multiple residential unit parcel or development including, apartments, duplexes, or other parcels with multiple residential units, but not including institutional facilities or mixed-use properties which are typically identified as non-residential; and the parcel or development receives a particular and distinct benefit from District improvements. The EBU assigned to such parcels for both landscaping and lighting improvements is based on the parcel’s proportional benefit frontage and calculated improvement square footage of the landscape improvements associated with the property as compared to other properties that benefit from those improvements as outlined in the EBU calculations that follow.

Developed Condominium/Townhome Property — This land use is defined as a parcel that have been developed as a fully subdivided residential condominium or townhome parcel for which the County Assessor has established an individual Assessor’s Parcel Number for each residential condominium unit and related common areas (if any); and the condominium development and condominium parcels therein receive a particular and distinct benefit from District improvements. (Such developments do not include any District improvements within the development, only improvements outside the development). The EBU assigned to each residential condominium parcel within for both landscaping and lighting improvements is based on the overall development’s proportional benefit frontage and calculated improvement square footage of the landscape improvements associated with the condominium development as compared to other properties that benefit from those improvements. The development’s calculated improvement square footage is proportionately allocated to each residential condominium parcel as described in the EBU calculations that follow.

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establish individual Assessor’s Parcel Numbers for each residential condominium unit and common areas (if any); and the condominium development and condominium parcels therein receive a particular and distinct benefit from District improvements. (Such developments do not include any District improvements within the development, only improvements outside the development). The EBU assigned to each parcel (fully subdivided residential condominium parcels or planned residential units on yet to be subdivided parcels) for both landscaping and lighting improvements is based on the overall development’s proportional improvement square footage of the landscape improvements associated with the condominium development as compared to other properties that benefit from those improvements. The development’s calculated benefit frontage and improvement square footage of the landscape improvements is proportionately allocated to each residential condominium parcel as described in the EBU calculations that follow.

Planned Multi-Family Residential — This land use is defined as a parcel or group of parcels currently identified as undeveloped (vacant land), but the property has an Approved Development Map, Final Tract Map, or other Approved Development Plan for development as a multiple residential unit parcel or development. However, unlike an Approved Multi-Family Residential or an Approved Condominium/Townhome Property, the City does not anticipate acceptance of all the improvements associated with this parcel or development for the upcoming fiscal year and the proportional assessments for such properties may be limited to a portion of the estimated annual maintenance costs and/or incidental expenses. For balloting purposes to establish the property’s maximum assessment and proportional special benefit, for both Planned Non-Residential and Planned MultiFamily Residential properties, the parcels shall be assigned an EBU that reflects the property’s EBU at build- out (similar to that of a “Developed” or “Approved” property) and the City’s acceptance of all the improvements to be maintained by the District. However, for calculation of the annual assessments each fiscal year, the City and Assessment Engineer may classify such parcels as a “Special Case” and apply an EBU that reflects the property’s estimated proportional special benefit from exiting improvements and/or portion of the new improvements to be installed and accepted during the upcoming fiscal year. The Assessment Engineer may assign to such parcels in any given fiscal year, as little as 0.00 EBU up to the maximum EBU for which the property was ballot or any EBU in between, that reasonably reflects the parcel’s proportional special benefit from the improvements and services provided as compared to other properties in the Zone. In addition, such parcels may be temporarily designated as a Sub-Zone within the Zone and budgeted separately until all the improvements for the development are installed and/or the property has been subdivided.

Developed Non-Residential — This land use is defined as a parcel and/or development (group of parcels) that has been developed primarily with a non-residential use, including, but are not limited to (both publicly owned and privately owned) commercial, office or professional service, industrial, parking lot, institutional facilities, churches or other non- profit organizations; and the parcel or development receives a particular and distinct benefit from District improvements. The EBU assigned to such parcels for both landscaping and lighting improvements is based on the parcel’s proportional benefit frontage and calculated improvement square footage of the landscape improvements associated with the property as compared to other properties that benefit from those improvements as outlined in the EBU calculations that follow.

Approved Non-Residential — This land use is defined as a parcel and/or development (group of parcels) that has an Approved Development Map, Final Tract Map or other Approved Development Plan primarily for a non-residential use, including, but are not limited to (both publicly owned and privately owned) commercial, office or professional service, industrial, parking lot, institutional facilities, churches or other non-profit organizations; and the parcel or development receives a particular and distinct benefit from District improvements. The EBU assigned to such parcels for both landscaping and lighting improvements is based on the parcel’s proportional benefit frontage and calculated improvement square footage of the landscape improvements associated with the property as compared to other properties that benefit from those improvements as outlined in the EBU calculations that follow.

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Planned Non-Residential — This land use is defined as a parcel or group of parcels currently identified as undeveloped (vacant land), but the property has an Approved Development Map, Final Tract Map, or other Approved Development Plan for development as a non-residential property.

Undeveloped Non-Residential — This land use is defined as a parcel or group of parcels that are undeveloped (vacant land), for which a specific Development Map, Tract Map or other Development Plan has not been approved, but based on Zoning and/or other documents, the City anticipates the parcel or group of parcels to be developed for a non- residential or multi-family residential use; and the property receives a particular and distinct benefit from District improvements. The EBU assigned to such property for both landscaping and lighting improvements is based on the parcel’s proportional benefit frontage and calculated improvement square footage of the landscape improvements associated with the property as compared to other properties that benefit from those improvements as outlined in the EBU calculations that follow.

Parking Lot/Limited Use Property — This land use classification is applied to developed privately owned properties that the City considers not to be fully developed commercial/industrial, institutional, or residential properties. This land use classification is typically applied to parcels that are identified as parking lots with limited or no buildings; but may also identify parcels that have limited or restricted non-residential use where the typical commercial/industrial or institutional classification is not applicable or appropriate. The Equivalent Benefit Units applied to these properties shall be based on the same minimum and maximum acreage limits that are applied to other acreage-based properties.

Although vacant properties certainly derive special benefits from local landscaping and lighting improvements, these special benefits are limited to the land (lot) itself. Conversely, approximately half of the direct and immediate special benefits for developed properties are related to the daily use or potential use of that property. Therefore, the Equivalent Benefit Units applied to these properties shall be based on the same minimum and maximum acreage limits that are applied to other acreage-based properties.

Exempt Property — identifies parcels that for various reasons, it has been determined that the parcel does not and will not receive special benefits from the improvements. This land use classification may include but is not limited to:
 Lots or parcels identified as public streets and other roadways (typically not assigned an APN by the County);
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 Dedicated public easements including open space areas, utility rights-of-way, greenbelts, parkways, or other publicly-owned or utility-owned land that serves the community or general public and are not considered or classified as developed public properties;  Parcels of land that are privately owned but cannot be developed independently from an adjacent property or is part of a shared interest with other properties, such as common areas, sliver parcels, bifurcated lots or properties with very restrictive development potential or use.

Because these properties either provide a public service that is comparable to landscaping or street lighting improvements, or they are dependent on another property or development, these types of parcels have no direct need for such improvements and are considered to receive no special benefits Therefore these parcels shall be exempt from assessment and are assigned 0.000 EBU. However, the assessment engineer shall annually review these parcels to confirm the use and/or development status has not changed.

Summary of Equivalent Benefit Unit Assignments
Zones 1, 1B, 1C, 4 & 5
The following is a summary of property types and the Equivalent Benefit Unit assignments described in the preceding discussion of Equivalent Benefit Units.

Zones 2, 3 & 6
The above land use types are assigned an EBU that reflects each parcel’s and/or development’s proportional improvement benefit based on the square footage of the landscape areas on the street, streets, and/or street segments associated with the property and for which the property receives special benefit. Each parcel’s proportional square footage for a specific improvement or shared improvement is calculated by:

1. Establish each parcel’s “Street Frontage” associated with the improvements that benefit the Land Use Benefit Unit Calculations
Single-Family Residential Property 1.00 per unit
Multi-Family Residential & Mixed-Use Property
(Zones 1, 1B & 1C)

0.625 per unit per unit (1-5 units)

0.500 per unit per unit (6-25 units)

0.375 per unit per unit (26-50 units)

0.250 per unit per unit (51-100 units)

0.125 per unit per unit (units greater than 100)
Multi-Family Residential & Mixed-Use Property
(Zones 4 & 5) 0.750 per unit
Condominium/Town-home Property 0.750 per unit
Developed Commercial/Industrial Property 4.000 per acre (minimum 1.000 EBU, maximum 40.000 EBU) Developed Hotel/Motel Property 6.000 per acre (minimum 1.500 EBU, maximum 60.000 EBU) Developed Institutional Property 2.000 per acre (minimum 0.500 EBU, maximum 20.000 EBU) Developed Public Property 2.000 per acre (minimum 0.500 EBU, maximum 20.000 EBU) Parking Lot/Limited Use Property 1.000 per acre (minimum 0.250 EBU, maximum 10.000 EBU) Vacant Property 0.500 per acre (minimum 0.125 EBU, maximum 5.000 EBU) Exempt Property 0.000 per parcel
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parcel. For most properties this Street Frontage is the parcel’s linear street frontage on the street where the improvement(s) that benefit the property are located (Corner properties may have street frontage on more than one side, which may be calculated separately if the improvements on each street are shared with different properties).

For properties/developments comprised of multiple parcels (some parcels within a development or future development area may not have actual street frontage), the total street frontage for the overall property/development is proportionately allocated to each parcel within that development or future development area utilizing the proportional acreage of each parcel within the development. (Proportional residential units may be used for a Condominium Property/Development if the number of Units is known for each parcel).

Parcel Acreage / Development Acreage = Proportional Acreage (for each parcel) Proportional Acreage x Development Street Frontage = Parcel’s Assigned Street Frontage

2. Calculate each parcel’s proportional “Benefit Frontage”.

For parcels identified as “Developed” or “Approved” land use classifications, the parcel’s calculated Street Frontage is applied as the parcel’s “Benefit Frontage”.

Assigned Street Frontage = Benefit Frontage
For parcels/properties identified as “Undeveloped” (Vacant Land) and “Planned” parcels/properties (those that are still Vacant Land), it is recognized that the proportional special benefits associated with such property is typically less than that of developed properties because the property is undeveloped. In addition to the special benefits associated with each property because of proximity to the improvements, developed properties (both “Developed” or “Approved”) also receive the added and immediate benefits associated with the daily utilization of the improvements afforded to the employees, residents, visitors, and patrons of those properties. Therefore, “Undeveloped” properties and “Planned” development properties (those not being treated as a Special Case) are assigned a “Benefit Frontage” that is ½ (50%) of the parcel’s calculated Street Frontage.

Assigned Street Frontage x 50% = Benefit Frontage

3. Establish the average square feet of improvement area for each linear foot of Benefit Frontage.

The overall “Improvement Square Feet” (applicable improvement area square footage) of the improvement area that benefits the parcels in the Zone is divided by the sum total of the Benefit Frontage of all the parcels that benefit from the improvements (“Total Benefit Frontage) to establish a ratio of “Improvement Square Feet per Benefit Front Foot”.

Improvement Square Feet / Total Benefit Frontage = Improvement Square Feet per Front Foot

4. This ratio of Improvement Square Feet to Benefit Frontage (“Improvement Square Feet per Benefit Front Foot”) is then multiplied by each parcel’s calculated “Benefit Frontage” to establish the parcels proportional EBU or Proportional Improvement Square Footage.

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Parcel’s EBU
Allocation of Improvement Costs Zone 1
Pursuant to the provisions of the California Constitution, the proportionate special benefit derived by each parcel within the District and its corresponding assessment obligation shall be determined in relationship to the entirety of the capital cost of a public improvement or the maintenance and operation expenses of a public improvement.

The benefit formula applied to parcels within this District is based on the preceding EBU discussion and table. Each parcel's EBU correlates the parcel’s special benefit received as compared to the other parcels benefiting from the District improvements.

The following formula is used to calculate each parcel’s proportional benefit:

Property Type EBU x (Acreage/Units/Parcel/Lot) = Parcel EBU An assessment amount per EBU (“Rate”) for the District improvements is established by taking the total cost of the improvements and dividing that amount by the total number of EBUs for parcels benefiting from such improvements.

Total Balance to Levy / Total EBUs = Levy per EBU (“Rate”) This amount is then applied back to each parcel’s individual EBU to determine each parcel’s proportionate benefit and assessment obligation.

Rate x Parcel EBU = Parcel Levy Amount
Allocation of Improvement Costs Zone 2, 3, 4 & 5
Calculation of Assessments
An assessment amount per Equivalent Benefit Unit (Assessment per EBU) is calculated by:

Taking the “Total Annual Expenses” (Total budgeted costs) and subtracting the “Total General Benefit Expenses” (Landscaping General Benefit Expenses and/or Lighting General Benefit Expenses), to establish the “Total Special Benefit Expenses”; Total Annual Expenses– General Benefit Expenses = Special Benefit Expenses To the resulting “Special Benefit Expenses”, various “Funding Adjustments” may be applied that may include, but are not limited to:
 “Unfunded Reserve Fund Collection”, represents an adjustment (reduction) in the amount to be collected for “Operational Reserve Funding” that was budgeted as part of the Total Annual Expenses.
 “Unfunded CIP/Rehabilitation Funding Collection”, represents an adjustment (reduction) in the amount to be collected for “CIP & Rehabilitation Reserve Fund Collection” that was budgeted as part of the Total Annual Expenses.
 “Reserve Fund Transfer/Deduction”, represents an amount of available existing funds from the “Operational Reserve Fund Balances” being applied to pay a portion of the Special Benefit Expenses for the fiscal year.
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that addresses the funding gap between the amount budgeted to provide the improvements and services (“Special Benefit Expenses”); and the amount that will be collected through the assessments. This funding gap may be addressed by an additional City contribution, reductions in service and service expenses, or a combination of the two.  “Advance Payment or Other Credit”, represents an adjustment credit, (reduction in the amount to be collected as “Special Benefit Expenses” for the fiscal year, which is usually the result of an advance payment by a developer or property owner for maintenance or energy costs that may have been required by the City or a utility provider prior to the installation and acceptance of the improvements.

These adjustments to the Special Benefit Expenses result in the net special benefit amount to be assessed “Balance to Levy”;
Special Benefit Expenses - Funding Adjustments = Balance to Levy The amount identified as the “Balance to Levy” is divided by the total number of EBUs of parcels that receive special benefit to establish the Assessment Rate (“Assessment Per EBU”). This Assessment Rate is then applied back to each parcel’s individual EBU to calculate the parcel’s proportionate special benefit and assessment amount for the improvements.

Balance to Levy / Total EBU = Assessment Per EBU (Assessment Rate) Assessment Per EBU x Parcel EBU = Parcel Assessment Amount
Note: The maximum assessments outlined in this Report are intended to fully support the expenses identified as “Special Benefit Expenses”. Consequently, there are no “Funding Adjustments” reflected in the budgets establishing the maximum assessment rates and the “Balance to Levy” is equal to the total “Special Benefit Expenses”.

Allocation of Improvement Costs Zone 6
The land use types outlined in the preceding Land Use Classifications are assigned an EBU that reflects each parcel’s and/or development’s proportional improvement benefit based on the square footage of the landscape areas on the street, streets, and/or street segments associated with the property and for which the property receives special benefit. Each parcel’s proportional square footage for a specific improvement or shared improvement is calculated by:

1. Establish each parcel’s “Street Frontage” associated with the improvements that benefit the parcel. For most properties, this Street Frontage is the parcel’s linear street frontage on the street where the improvement(s) that benefit the property are located (corner properties may have street frontage on more than one side, which may be calculated separately if the improvements on each street are shared with different properties).

Parcel Acreage / Development Acreage = Proportional Acreage (for each parcel) Proportional Acreage x Development Street Frontage =
Parcel’s Assigned Street Frontage
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2. Calculate each parcel’s proportional “Benefit Frontage”.

For parcels identified as “Developed” or “Approved” land use classifications, the parcel’s calculated Street Frontage is applied as the parcel’s “Benefit Frontage”.

Assigned Street Frontage = Benefit Frontage
For parcels/properties identified as “Undeveloped” (Vacant Land) and “Planned” parcels/properties (those that are still Vacant Land), it is recognized that the proportional special benefits associated with such property is typically less than that of developed properties because the property is undeveloped. In addition to the special benefits associated with each property because of proximity to the improvements, developed properties (both “Developed” or “Approved”) also receive the added and immediate benefits associated with the daily utilization of the improvements afforded to the employees, residents, visitors, and patrons of those properties. Therefore, “Undeveloped” properties and “Planned” development properties (those not being treated as a Special Case) are assigned a “Benefit Frontage” that is ½ or 50% of the parcel’s calculated Street Frontage.

Assigned Street Frontage x 50% = Benefit Frontage

3. Establish the average square feet of improvement area for each linear foot of Benefit Frontage.

The overall “Improvement Square Feet” (applicable improvement area square footage) of the improvement area that benefits the parcels in the Zone is divided by the sum total of the Benefit Frontage of all the parcels that benefit from the improvements (“Total Benefit Frontage”) to establish a ratio of “Improvement Square Feet per Benefit Front Foot”.

Improvement Square Feet / Total Benefit Frontage = Improvement Square Feet per Front Foot

4. This ratio of Improvement Square Feet to Benefit Frontage (“Improvement Square Feet per Benefit Front Foot”) is then multiplied by each parcel’s calculated “Benefit Frontage” to establish the parcel’s proportional EBU or Proportional Improvement Square Footage.

Improvement Square Feet per Benefit Front Foot x Parcel’s Benefit Frontage = Parcel’s EBU
As previously noted, for the proposed formation of District 2024-1 and the concurrent annexation into the Consolidated District as Zone 6, parcel 067-040-29 comprises the entire District/Zone.

Therefore, the District/Zone’s total Assigned Street Frontage and Benefit Frontage is represented by the street frontage of parcel 067-040-29 which is approximately 880 linear feet (200 feet on N Norma Street, 625 feet on Mojave View Avenue, and 55 feet at the corner return). With a total landscape square footage of 4,550 square feet, the Improvement Square Feet per Front Foot is

5.1705 (4,550 square feet / 880 linear feet = 5.1705 Improvement Square Feet per Front Foot).

This 5.1705 Improvement Square Feet per Front Foot multiplied by the Benefit Frontage (front footage) for parcel 067-040-29 (880 linear feet) equals the parcel’s EBU of 4,550. (880 linear feet x 5.1705 Improvement Square Feet per Front Foot = 4,550 EBU) Page | 41
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Assessment Range Formula
Any new or increased assessment requires certain noticing and meeting requirements by law. The Brown Act defines the terms "new or increased assessment" to exclude certain conditions. These certain conditions included "any assessment that does not exceed an assessment formula or range of assessments previously adopted by the agency or approved by the voters in the area where the assessment is imposed."
Recognizing that the cost of maintaining the improvements will likely increase over time due to inflation, the assessments (initial maximum assessment rate established for Zone 1 in fiscal year 2012/2013, for Zone 1B & 1C in fiscal year 2016/2017, for Zones 2 & 3 in fiscal year 2018/2019, for Zone 4 in fiscal year 2019/2020, f o r Zone 5 in fiscal year 2017/2018), and for Zone 6 in fiscal year 2025/2026 established a fixed 3.5% annual inflationary adjustment (Assessment Range Formula). This 3.5% annual adjustment provides for reasonable increases and inflationary adjustment to the initial maximum assessment rate approved by the property owners as part of the protest ballot proceeding conducted in connection with the formation of this District.

The adoption of the maximum assessment rate and the Assessment Range Formula described herein does not mean that the annual assessments will necessarily increase each year, nor does it absolutely restrict the assessments to the adjustment amount. Although the maximum assessment amount that may be levied shall be adjusted (inflated) by 3.5% each year, the actual amount to be assessed will be based on the District’ estimated costs (budget) for that year.

If the calculated assessment is less than the adjusted maximum assessment, then the calculated assessment may be approved by the City Council for collection. If the calculated assessment (based on the budget) is greater than the adjusted maximum assessment for that fiscal year, then the assessment is considered an increased assessment and would require a property owner approval through a protest ballot proceeding before imposing such an increase. Otherwise, it would be necessary to reduce the budget or provide a contribution from the City to reduce the amount to be levied to an amount that can be supported by an assessment rate less than or equal to the maximum assessment rate authorized for that fiscal year.

The Assessment Range Formula (3.5% annual adjustment) has been applied to the authorized maximum assessment rate identified in the District’ Budget for all zones, and shall be applied in all subsequent fiscal years unless the City Council formally suspends its application.

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The following table summarizes historical maximum and applied assessment rates for each zone:

FISCAL YEAR MAXIMUM
ASSESSMENT (per EBU)

APPLIED
ASSESSMENT (per EBU)
ZONE 1
2012/2013 (Base Year) $265.000 $0.00
2013/2014 $274.280 $157.28
2014/2015 $283.880 $157.28
2015/2016 $293.810 $293.80
2016/2017 $304.090 $304.08
2017/2018 $314.740 $314.73
2018/2019 $325.750 $324.74
2019/2020 $337.150 $335.51
2020/2021 $348.954 $348.95
2021/2022 $361.168 $361.16
2022/2023 $373.809 $373.80
2023/2024 $386.892 $386.89
2024/2025 $400.433 $400.433
2025/2026 $414.449 $414.449
Zone 1B
2016/2017 (Base Year) $304.090 $181.35
2017/2018 $314.740 $175.29
2018/2019 $325.750 $148.48
2019/2020 $337.150 $154.93
2020/2021 $348.954 $178.32
2021/2022 $361.168 $177.20
2022/2023 $373.809 $188.25
2023/2024 $386.892 $188.25
2024/2025 $400.433 $194.17
2025/2026 $414.449 $207.42
Zone 1C
2016/2017 (Base Year) $304.090 $181.35
2017/2018 $314.740 $89.06
2018/2019 $325.750 $93.13
2019/2020 $337.150 $95.92
2020/2021 $348.954 $94.35
2021/2022 $361.168 $94.35
2022/2023 $373.809 $94.35
2023/2024 $386.892 $94.35
2024/2025 $400.433 $94.35
2025/2026 $414.449 $94.35
Zone 2
2017/2018 (Base Year) $1.170 $1.16
2018/2019 $1.211 $1.19
2019/2020 $1.253 $1.23
2020/2021 $1.297 $1.29
2021/2022 $1.343 $1.34
2022/2023 $1.387 $1.38
2023/2024 $1.439 $1.38
2024/2025 $1.489 $1.38
2025/2026 $1.541 $1.42
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Zone 3
2017/2018 (Base Year) $0.910 $0.90
2018/2019 $0.942 $0.90
2019/2020 $0.975 $0.93
2020/2021 $1.009 $1.00
2021/2022 $1.044 $1.04
2022/2023 $1.080 $1.08
2023/2024 $1.118 $1.118
2024/2025 $1.158 $1.158
2025/2026 $1.198 $1.198
Zone 4
2019/2020 (Base Year) $152.000 $151.00
2020/2021 $157.320 $157.32
2021/2022 $162.826 $156.90
2022/2023 $168.524 $165.29
2023/2024 $174.423 $165.29
2024/2025 $180.852 $165.29
2025/2026 $186.847 $170.86
Zone 5
2019/2020 (Base Year) $149.000 $154.21
2020/2021 $154.215 $154.21
2021/2022 $159.613 $158.99
2022/2023 $165.199 $163.46
2023/2024 $170.981 $163.46
2024/2025 $176.966 $163.46
2025/2026 $183.160 $177.20
Zone 6
2024/2025 (Base Year) $3.9226 $3.9226
2025/2026 $4.0598 $4.0598
Part III — District Budgets
The following budget outlines the estimated costs to maintain the improvements and the applicable assessment rates for Fiscal Year 2025/2026.

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18,656 21,920
Proposed Proposed Proposed Proposed Proposed Proposed Proposed Proposed Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year 2025/2026 2025/2026 2025/2026 2025/2026 2025/2026 2025/2026 2025/2026 2025/2026 Zone 1 Zone 1B Zone 1C Zone 2 Zone 3 Zone 4 Zone 5 Zone 6 TRACT 6740 TRACT 6775 TRACT 6700 Walmart Around Walmart TRACT 6908 TRACT 7188 Mojave View 12,155 SF 5,450 SF 0 SF 31,563 SF 22,981 SF 6365 SF 8,133 SF 5,660 SF

ANNUAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE (DIRECT COSTS)
Annual Maintenance Direct Costs ( LANDSCAPE Total) $15,431.72 $4,320.80 $0.00 15,923.91 $8,957.17 $800.00 $800.00 $11,769.67 $58,003.27 Sidewalk Maintenance (Remove and replace rehab/rep.) $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Masonry Wall Maintenance (Decorative Cap repair $250 total) $165.00 $85.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $250.00 Graffiti/Nuisance Abatement $200.00 $100.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $175.00 $140.00 $3.00 $618.00 Weed Abetment/mulch (Spray for DG only) $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $1,500.00 $1,500.00 $475.00 $3,475.00 Total Annual Maintenance $15,796.72 $4,505.80 $0.00 $15,923.91 $8,957.17 $2,475.00 $2,440.00 $12,247.67 $62,346.27 Spread (Hide this line item for report) 25.34% 7.23% 0.00% 25.54% 14.37% 3.97% 3.91% 19.64% 100.00% Landscape Water (with Ground Water Fees) $2,700.00 $900.00 $0.00 $0.00 $3,100.00 $0.00 $0.00 $1,100.00 $7,800.00 Landscape Electricity 135.00 45.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 480.00 Total Annual Landscape Utilities (Water & Electricity) $2,835.00 $945.00 $0.00 $0.00 $3,200.00 $0.00 $0.00 $1,300.00 $8,280.00 Street Light Count 23.5 2.5 0 16 11 11 12 76 Street Lighting Operations, Maintenance and Power $6,598.80 $702.00 $0.00 $3,135.36 $2,155.56 $2,155.56 $2,351.52 $250.00 $17,098.80 Traffic Signal Operation, Maintenance (Monthly) 0.00 0.00 0.00 3,096.00 1,032.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 $4,128.00 Traffic Signal Repair 0.00 0.00 0.00 1,425.00 475.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 $1,900.00 Traffic Signal Power 0.00 0.00 0.00 540.00 180.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 $720.00 Total Annual Lighting (Maintenance & Energy) $6,598.80 $702.00 $0.00 $8,197.86 $3,843.06 $2,155.56 $2,351.52 $250.00 $23,848.80 Annual Maintenance Direct Costs (Total) $25,230.52 $6,152.80 $0.00 $24,121.77 $16,000.23 $4,630.56 $4,791.52 $13,797.67 $94,475.07

ANNUAL REHABILITATION/REPLACEMENT COLLECTION
Parkway Rehabilitation/Replacements (In ROW) $100.00 $25.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $200.00 $150.00 $100.00 $575.00 Slope Rehabilitation/Replacements (Easement) 50.00 20.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 70.00 Landscaping Rehabilitation/Renovation Funding 125.00 25.00 0.00 750.00 550.00 0.00 0.00 561.00 2,011.00 Tree Rehabilitation/Replacements 200.00 75.00 0.00 600.00 450.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1,325.00 Irrigation Rehabilitation/Renovation Funding 50.00 25.00 0.00 300.00 300.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 675.00 Sidewalk Rehabilitation/Replacements 50.00 25.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 75.00 75.00 75.00 300.00 Masonry Wall Rehabilitation/Replacements 300.00 100.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 25.00 425.00 Traffic Signal Rehabilitation/Renovation Funding 0.00 0.00 0.00 250.00 50.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 300.00 Annual Rehabilitation/Replacement Funding $875.00 $295.00 $0.00 $1,900.00 $1,350.00 $275.00 $225.00 $761.00 $5,681.00 Total Annual Maintenance Funding $26,105.52 $6,447.80 $0.00 $26,021.77 $17,350.23 $4,905.56 $5,016.52 $14,558.67 $100,156.07

INCIDENTAL & OTHER ANNUAL FUNDING EXPENSES
CIP Fund collection/(Contribution) 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 City Administration 2,913.76 831.11 0.00 2,937.22 1,652.18 456.52 450.07 2,259.13 9,240.87 Consulting Fees - - - - - - - - -
Sub Total $2,913.76 $831.11 $0.00 $2,937.22 $1,652.18 $456.52 $450.07 $2,259.13 $9,240.87 County Administration Fees $16.08 $4.08 $0.24 $0.48 $1.68 $10.80 $9.60 $0.24 $42.96 Total Annual Incidental Funding Expenses $2,929.84 $835.19 $0.24 $2,937.70 $1,653.86 $467.32 $459.67 $2,259.37 $9,283.83 Total Annual Expenses $29,035.37 $7,282.99 $0.24 $28,959.47 $19,004.09 $5,372.88 $5,476.19 $16,818.04 $109,439.90

CONTRIBUTIONS/FUNDING ADJUSTMENTS
Lighing General Benefit Contribution ($42.53) ($14.18) $0.00 $0.00 ($48.00) $0.00 $0.00 ($19.50) ($104.70) Landscape General Benefit Contribution (936.43) (227.62) 0.00 (975.82) (602.63) (183.96) (188.12) (526.45) (3,641.03) Total Contributions ($978.96) ($241.79) $0.00 ($975.82) ($650.63) ($183.96) ($188.12) ($545.95) ($3,745.73) Balance to Levy (O&M, Rehab & Incidentals) $28,056.41 $7,041.20 $0.24 $27,983.66 $18,353.46 $5,188.92 $5,288.07 $16,272.09 $105,694.17 Balance Available to Collect (O&M, Rehab & Incidentals) $27,768.02 $19,064.64 $2,500.28 $33,045.53 $7,963.49 $7,688.70 $7,088.00 $18,472.09 Reserve Fund Collection/(Contribution) ($288.39) $2,500.00 $2,500.00 $5,000.00 ($10,389.97) $2,500.00 $1,800.00 $2,200.00 $5,821.64 Total Balance to Levy $27,768.02 $9,541.20 $2,500.28 $33,045.53 $7,963.49 $7,688.70 $7,088.00 $18,472.09 $114,067.30 Balance Available to Collect
TOTAL $27,768.02 $9,541.20 $2,500.24 $32,983.66 $7,963.49 $7,688.92 $7,088.07 $18,472.09 $114,005.68 DISTRICT STATISTICS 1.00 Total Parcels 67.00 17.00 1.00 2.00 9.00 45.00 40.00 1.00 182.00 Parcels Levied 67.00 17.00 1.00 2.00 7.00 45.00 40.00 1.00 180.00 Total Benefit Units 67.00 46.00 26.50 23,271.50 6,647.32 45.00 40.00 4,550.00 34,693.32 Levy per EBU (Required) $414.45 $207.42 $94.35 $1.20 $2.76 $115.31 $132.20 $3.58 Levy per EBU (Applied) $414.45 $207.42 $94.35 $1.42 $1.20 $170.86 $177.20 $4.06 Maximum Assessment Rate per EBU $414.449 $414.449 $414.449 $1.541 $1.198 $186.847 $183.160 $4.060 Change in Assessment Rate from Prior Year 3.50% 6.82% 0.00% 2.71% 3.50% 3.37% 8.41% 3.49% Prior Year Levy per EBU (Applied) $400.43 $194.17 $94.35 $1.38 $1.158 $165.29 $163.46 $3.92 Prior Year Maximum Assessment Rate per EBU $400.433 $400.433 $400.433 $1.489 $1.158 $180.528 $176.966 $3.923 Change in Maximum Rate from Prior Year 3.50% 3.50% 3.50% 3.50% 3.50% 3.50% 3.50% 3.50%

RESERVE FUND
Estimated Beginning Reserve Balance - June 30, 2025 $24,495.45 $9,387.00 $8,469.00 $28,772.00 ($11,190.73) $5,253.00 $2,700.62 $2,287.00 $70,173.34 Reserve Fund Collection/(Contribution) (288.39) 2,500.00 2,500.00 5,000.00 (10,389.97) 2,500.00 1,800.00 2,200.00 5,821.64 Transfer to CIP Fund 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Estimated Ending Reserve Balance - June 30, 2026 $24,207.06 $11,887.00 $10,969.00 $33,772.00 ($21,580.70) $7,753.00 $4,500.62 $4,487.00 $75,994.98 CIP FUND (not utilized all in reserves)
Estimated Beginning CIP Balance - June 30, 2025 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Transfer from Reserve 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 CIP Fund Collection/(Contribution) 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Estimated Ending CIP Balance - June 30, 2026 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Total
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City of Ridgecrest
Consolidated Engineer’s Report
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2025/2026 City of Ridgecrest
Consolidated Engineer’s Report
Part IV — District Diagrams
The following District Diagram identifies the area of land within the District to be designated as “Consolidated Landscaping and Lighting District No. 2012-1 (Tract Nos. 6740, 6775, 6700, 6908, 7188 and Zone 2, 3, & 6)”’ based on the development and improvement plans for the District, Kern County Assessor’s Maps, and Kern County Assessor’s property information as they existed at the time of preparation of this Report. The District includes Kern County Assessor’s Parcels 510-010-17, 510-010-24; Map Book 510: Page 211, Parcel 1 through 16; Map Book 510: Page 212, Parcel 1 through 22; Page 213, Parcel 1 through 17;

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Ridgecrest City CouncilJune 4, 2025

Ridgecrest City Council
June 4, 2025