September 24, 2025
Ms. Nemeschansky
Santa Clarita, CA 91390
Dear Ms. Nemeschansky,
Subject: Response to Your Letter Regarding Zone T44
Thank you for sharing your concerns regarding the hillside behind your property in Zone T62 (Canyon Heights) and for taking the time to outline your perspective in detail. We understand the importance of maintaining these areas in a manner that promotes safety, aesthetics, and functionality for all residents.
We want to assure you that the City takes your concerns seriously. Following receipt of your letter, staff from my team visited your property to inspect the conditions you described, including the irrigation system. During this visit, we confirmed that there were some broken irrigation components, which our contractor has since repaired.
With regard to your comments about the proposed assessment increase, please note that assessment rates are determined in accordance with the requirements of Proposition 218 and are based on the special benefit that properties receive. The assessment cannot be “arbitrary” or “limitless”; it is limited to the cost of providing the specific services and improvements described in the Engineer’s Report, which is available for public review.
We also acknowledge your broader concerns related to hillside safety, vegetation management, drainage, and fire prevention. These concerns have been documented, and City staff will continue to monitor the area to ensure that any necessary maintenance within the scope of the LMD is addressed.
Should you have further questions or require additional clarification, please feel free to contact me directly at (661) 290-2210 or by email at [email protected].