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Resolution No. 2025-096 N.C.S. Page 1
Resolution No. 2025-096 N.C.S.
of the City of Petaluma, California
RESOLUTION ORDERING THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS WITHIN THE
CITY’S LANDSCAPE ASSESSMENT DISTRICTS, FISCAL YEAR 2025/26
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Petaluma (“City Council”) pursuant to the terms of the
Landscape and Lighting Act of 1972, Part 2, Division 15 of the California Streets and Highways Code
(commencing with Section 22500) (“Act”), previously formed the special maintenance assessment districts
known and designated as follows:
LAD # LAD Name LAD # LAD Name
26 GRAYSTONE CREEK
2 SYCAMORE HEIGHTS 27 AMERICANA
3 VILLAGE MEADOWS 28 KINGSFIELD
4 VILLAGE EAST 29 LIBERTY FARMS
5 SPRING MEADOWS 30 BENSON ESTATES (Inactive)
6 SHELTER HILLS 31 WISTERIA
7 MEADOW PARK 32 CORONA CREEK II
8 ANNA'S MEADOWS 33 WOODSIDE VILLAGE
9 HILLVIEW OAKS (Inactive) 34 MAGNOLIA TERRACE (Inactive)
35 CROSS CREEK
11 PARK PLACE 12 GLENBROOK 37 WILLOW GLEN
13 FAIRWAY MEADOWS 38 STONERIDGE
39 LANSDOWNE
15 SONOMA GLEN 16 MOUNTAIN VALLEY 41 MCNEAR LANDING
17 KINGSMILL 42 TURNBRIDGE
18 CADER FARMS 43 WASHINGTON CK VILLAGE
19 CADER FARMS HIGHLAND 44 STRATFORD PLACE
20 CORONA RANCH (Inactive) 45 SOUTHGATE
21 CRANE GLEN 46 RIVERVIEW PARK
22 WESTRIDGE KNOLLS 47 AVILA RANCH
23 TATUM (Inactive) 48 OAKS at SUNNYSLOPE
49 ADOBE CREEK (Inactive)
25 SEQUOIA ESTATES (Inactive) 50 FACTORY OUTLET (Inactive)
(the “Landscape Assessment Districts”); and,
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WHEREAS, the City Council wishes to levy and collect assessments in order to provide for the costs and
expenses necessary to pay for the maintenance of the improvements within the Landscape Assessment
Districts
WHEREAS, City staff has prepared, and filed with the City Clerk, a report concerning the assessments
within the Landscape Assessment Districts for Fiscal Year 2025/26 (the “Annual Engineer’s Report”,
attached as Exhibit A). Reference is made to such report, which presents, for each district, the plans and
specifications for the improvements, an estimate of the costs of the improvements, an assessment of the
estimated costs of the improvements, and the district specific map (attached as Exhibit B); and,
WHERAS, the Fiscal Year 2025/26 assessments are not proposed to increase above the amount
previously approved by affected property owners (as “increased assessment” is defined in Section 54954.6
of the California Government Code); and,
WHEREAS, the assessments are not based upon the assessed value of property within the Landscape
Assessment Districts, but are based upon the special benefit received from the improvements therein; and,
WHEREAS, the assessments are in compliance with all laws pertaining to assessments levied pursuant
to the Act, and the assessments are in compliance with the provisions of Proposition 218.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Petaluma as follows:
1. Following notice duly given, the City Council has held a full and fair Public Hearing regarding the
assessments for the City’s Landscape Assessment Districts, Fiscal Year 2025/26, and considered all
oral and written statements, protests and communications made or filed by interested persons.
2. Based upon its review (and amendments, as applicable) of the Annual Engineer’s Report, which has
been filed with the City Clerk, the City Council hereby finds and determines that:
a. The land within the Landscape Assessment Districts will receive special benefit from the
maintenance and operation of the authorized services therein.
b. The Landscape Assessment Districts include all of the lands receiving such special benefit.
c. The net amounts to be assessed upon the lands within the Landscape Assessment Districts are
apportioned by a formula which fairly distributes the net amount among all assessable parcels
in proportion to the estimated benefits to be received by each such parcel from the maintenance
and operation of the authorized services therein.
3. The assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26, as detailed within the Annual Engineer’s Report, are hereby
confirmed as filed.
4. The adoption of this Resolution constitutes the levy of assessments for the Landscape Assessment
Districts for the Fiscal Year commencing July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2026.
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5.The City Council hereby orders City staff to submit the assessments to the Sonoma County Auditor’s
Office for placement on the Fiscal Year 2025/26 secured property tax roll.
Under the power and authority conferred upon this Council by the Charter of said City.
REFERENCE: I hereby certify the foregoing Resolution was introduced and adopted by the
Council of the City of Petaluma at a Regular meeting on the 7th day of July 2025, by
the following vote:
Approved as to
form:
__________________________
City Attorney
AYES: McDonnell, Barnacle, Cader Thompson, DeCarli, Nau, Quint, Shribbs
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
ATTEST: ______________________________________________
City Clerk
______________________________________________
Mayor
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Exhibit A
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.Executive Summary ........................................................................................................ 1
2.Introduction ................................................................................................................... 3
2.1 Reason for Assessment ............................................................................................. 3
2.2 Process for Annual Assessment ................................................................................ 3
2.3 Same or Lesser Assessment ...................................................................................... 3
2.4 Increased Assessment ............................................................................................... 3
2.5 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessments .............................................................................. 4
2.6 Statutory Considerations ........................................................................................... 4
2.7 Special Benefit ........................................................................................................... 5
2.8 General Benefit ......................................................................................................... 6
3.LAD 2 – Sycamore Heights ............................................................................................... 7
3.1 Description of Services .............................................................................................. 7
3.2 Estimate of Costs ....................................................................................................... 7
3.3 Method of Apportionment ........................................................................................ 7
3.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment ............................................................................... 7
3.5 Fund Balance ............................................................................................................. 8
3.6 Assessment Diagram ................................................................................................. 8
4.LAD 3 – Village Meadows ................................................................................................ 9
4.1 Description of Services .............................................................................................. 9
4.2 Estimate of Costs ....................................................................................................... 9
4.3 Method of Apportionment ...................................................................................... 10
4.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment ............................................................................. 10
4.5 Fund Balance ........................................................................................................... 10
4.6 Assessment Diagram ............................................................................................... 10
5.LAD 4 – Village East ....................................................................................................... 12
5.1 Description of Services ............................................................................................ 12
5.2 Estimate of Costs ..................................................................................................... 12
5.3 Method of Apportionment ...................................................................................... 12
5.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment ............................................................................. 13
5.5 Fund Balance ........................................................................................................... 13
5.6 Assessment Diagram ............................................................................................... 13
6.LAD 5 – Spring Meadows .............................................................................................. 14
6.1 Description of Services ............................................................................................ 14
6.2 Estimate of Costs ..................................................................................................... 14
6.3 Method of Apportionment ...................................................................................... 14
6.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment ............................................................................. 15
6.5 Fund Balance ........................................................................................................... 15
6.6 Assessment Diagram ............................................................................................... 15
7.LAD 6 – Shelter Hills ...................................................................................................... 16
7.1 Description of Services ............................................................................................ 16
7.2 Estimate of Costs ..................................................................................................... 16
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7.3 Method of Apportionment ...................................................................................... 16
7.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment ............................................................................. 16
7.5 Fund Balance ........................................................................................................... 17
7.6 Assessment Diagram ............................................................................................... 17
8.LAD 7 – Meadow Park ................................................................................................... 18
8.1 Description of Services ............................................................................................ 18
8.2 Estimate of Costs ..................................................................................................... 18
8.3 Method of Apportionment ...................................................................................... 19
8.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment ............................................................................. 19
8.5 Fund Balance ........................................................................................................... 19
8.6 Assessment Diagram ............................................................................................... 20
9.LAD 8 – Anna’s Meadows .............................................................................................. 21
9.1 Description of Services ............................................................................................ 21
9.2 Estimate of Costs ..................................................................................................... 21
9.3 Method of Apportionment ...................................................................................... 21
9.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment ............................................................................. 22
9.5 Fund Balance ........................................................................................................... 22
9.6 Assessment Diagram ............................................................................................... 22
10.LAD 11 – Park Place ...................................................................................................... 23
10.1 Description of Services ........................................................................................ 23
10.2 Estimate of Costs ................................................................................................. 23
10.3 Method of Apportionment .................................................................................. 23
10.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment.......................................................................... 24
10.5 Fund Balance ....................................................................................................... 24
10.6 Assessment Diagram ........................................................................................... 24
11.LAD 12 – Glenbrook ...................................................................................................... 25
11.1 Description of Services ........................................................................................ 25
11.2 Estimate of Costs ................................................................................................. 25
11.3 Method of Apportionment .................................................................................. 26
11.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment.......................................................................... 26
11.5 Fund Balance ....................................................................................................... 26
11.6 Assessment Diagram ........................................................................................... 27
12.LAD 13 – Fairway Meadows .......................................................................................... 28
12.1 Description of Services ........................................................................................ 28
12.2 Estimate of Costs ................................................................................................. 28
12.3 Method of Apportionment .................................................................................. 29
12.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment.......................................................................... 29
12.5 Fund Balance ....................................................................................................... 29
12.6 Assessment Diagram ........................................................................................... 29
13.LAD 15 – Sonoma Glen .................................................................................................. 31
13.1 Description of Services ........................................................................................ 31
13.2 Estimate of Costs ................................................................................................. 31
13.3 Method of Apportionment .................................................................................. 32
13.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment.......................................................................... 32
13.5 Fund Balance ....................................................................................................... 32
13.6 Assessment Diagram ........................................................................................... 33
14.LAD 16 – Mountain Valley ............................................................................................. 34
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14.1 Description of Services ........................................................................................ 34
14.2 Estimate of Costs ................................................................................................. 34
14.3 Method of Apportionment .................................................................................. 34
14.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment.......................................................................... 35
14.5 Fund Balance ....................................................................................................... 35
14.6 Assessment Diagram ........................................................................................... 35
15. LAD 17 – Kingsmill ........................................................................................................ 36
15.1 Description of Services ........................................................................................ 36
15.2 Estimate of Costs ................................................................................................. 36
15.3 Method of Apportionment .................................................................................. 37
15.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment.......................................................................... 37
15.5 Fund Balance ....................................................................................................... 37
15.6 Assessment Diagram ........................................................................................... 37
16. LAD 18 – Cader Farms ................................................................................................... 39
16.1 Description of Services ........................................................................................ 39
16.2 Estimate of Costs ................................................................................................. 39
16.3 Method of Apportionment .................................................................................. 40
16.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment.......................................................................... 40
16.5 Fund Balance ....................................................................................................... 40
16.6 Assessment Diagram ........................................................................................... 41
17. LAD 19 – Cader Farms Highland ..................................................................................... 42
17.1 Description of Services ........................................................................................ 42
17.2 Estimate of Costs ................................................................................................. 42
17.3 Method of Apportionment .................................................................................. 42
17.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment.......................................................................... 43
17.5 Fund Balance ....................................................................................................... 43
17.6 Assessment Diagram ........................................................................................... 43
18. LAD 21 – Crane Glen ..................................................................................................... 44
18.1 Description of Services ........................................................................................ 44
18.2 Estimate of Costs ................................................................................................. 44
18.3 Method of Apportionment .................................................................................. 44
18.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment.......................................................................... 45
18.5 Fund Balance ....................................................................................................... 45
18.6 Assessment Diagram ........................................................................................... 45
19. LAD 22 – Westridge Knolls ............................................................................................ 46
19.1 Description of Services ........................................................................................ 46
19.2 Estimate of Costs ................................................................................................. 46
19.3 Method of Apportionment .................................................................................. 47
19.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment.......................................................................... 47
19.5 Fund Balance ....................................................................................................... 47
19.6 Assessment Diagram ........................................................................................... 48
20. LAD 26 – Graystone Creek ............................................................................................. 49
20.1 Description of Services ........................................................................................ 49
20.2 Estimate of Costs ................................................................................................. 49
20.3 Method of Apportionment .................................................................................. 49
20.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment.......................................................................... 50
20.5 Fund Balance ....................................................................................................... 50
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20.6 Assessment Diagram ........................................................................................... 50
21. LAD 27 – Americana ...................................................................................................... 51
21.1 Description of Services ........................................................................................ 51
21.2 Estimate of Costs ................................................................................................. 51
21.3 Method of Apportionment .................................................................................. 51
21.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment.......................................................................... 52
21.5 Fund Balance ....................................................................................................... 52
21.6 Assessment Diagram ........................................................................................... 52
22. LAD 28 – Kingsfield ....................................................................................................... 53
22.1 Description of Services ........................................................................................ 53
22.2 Estimate of Costs ................................................................................................. 53
22.3 Method of Apportionment .................................................................................. 53
22.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment.......................................................................... 54
22.5 Fund Balance ....................................................................................................... 54
22.6 Assessment Diagram ........................................................................................... 54
23. LAD 29 – Liberty Farms ................................................................................................. 55
23.1 Description of Services ........................................................................................ 55
23.2 Estimate of Costs ................................................................................................. 55
23.3 Method of Apportionment .................................................................................. 55
23.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment.......................................................................... 55
23.5 Fund Balance ....................................................................................................... 56
23.6 Assessment Diagram ........................................................................................... 56
24. LAD 31 – Wisteria ......................................................................................................... 57
24.1 Description of Services ........................................................................................ 57
24.2 Estimate of Costs ................................................................................................. 57
24.3 Method of Apportionment .................................................................................. 57
24.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment.......................................................................... 58
24.5 Fund Balance ....................................................................................................... 58
24.6 Assessment Diagram ........................................................................................... 58
25. LAD 32 – Corona Creek II ............................................................................................... 59
25.1 Description of Services ........................................................................................ 59
25.2 Estimate of Costs ................................................................................................. 59
25.3 Method of Apportionment .................................................................................. 59
25.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment.......................................................................... 60
25.5 Fund Balance ....................................................................................................... 60
25.6 Assessment Diagram ........................................................................................... 60
26. LAD 33 – Woodside Village............................................................................................ 61
26.1 Description of Services ........................................................................................ 61
26.2 Estimate of Costs ................................................................................................. 61
26.3 Method of Apportionment .................................................................................. 61
26.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment.......................................................................... 61
26.5 Fund Balance ....................................................................................................... 62
26.6 Assessment Diagram ........................................................................................... 62
27. LAD 35 – Cross Creek .................................................................................................... 63
27.1 Description of Services ........................................................................................ 63
27.2 Estimate of Costs ................................................................................................. 63
27.3 Method of Apportionment .................................................................................. 64
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27.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment.......................................................................... 64
27.5 Fund Balance ....................................................................................................... 64
27.6 Assessment Diagram ........................................................................................... 65
28. LAD 37 – Willow Glen.................................................................................................... 66
28.1 Description of Services ........................................................................................ 66
28.2 Estimate of Costs ................................................................................................. 67
28.3 Method of Apportionment .................................................................................. 68
28.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment.......................................................................... 68
28.5 Fund Balance ....................................................................................................... 68
28.6 Assessment Diagram ........................................................................................... 69
29. LAD 38 – Stoneridge ...................................................................................................... 70
29.1 Description of Services ........................................................................................ 70
29.2 Estimate of Costs ................................................................................................. 70
29.3 Method of Apportionment .................................................................................. 70
29.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment.......................................................................... 71
29.5 Fund Balance ....................................................................................................... 71
29.6 Assessment Diagram ........................................................................................... 71
30. LAD 39 – Lansdowne ..................................................................................................... 72
30.1 Description of Services ........................................................................................ 72
30.2 Estimate of Costs ................................................................................................. 72
30.3 Method of Apportionment .................................................................................. 72
30.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment.......................................................................... 73
30.5 Fund Balance ....................................................................................................... 73
30.6 Assessment Diagram ........................................................................................... 73
31. LAD 41 – McNear Landing ............................................................................................. 74
31.1 Description of Services ........................................................................................ 74
31.2 Estimate of Costs ................................................................................................. 74
31.3 Method of Apportionment .................................................................................. 74
31.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment.......................................................................... 75
31.5 Fund Balance ....................................................................................................... 75
31.6 Assessment Diagram ........................................................................................... 75
32. LAD 42 – Turnbridge ..................................................................................................... 76
32.1 Description of Services ........................................................................................ 76
32.2 Estimate of Costs ................................................................................................. 76
32.3 Method of Apportionment .................................................................................. 77
32.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment.......................................................................... 77
32.5 Fund Balance ....................................................................................................... 77
32.6 Assessment Diagram ........................................................................................... 77
33. LAD 43 – Washington Creek Village ............................................................................... 79
33.1 Description of Services ........................................................................................ 79
33.2 Estimate of Costs ................................................................................................. 79
33.3 Method of Apportionment .................................................................................. 80
33.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment.......................................................................... 80
33.5 Fund Balance ....................................................................................................... 80
33.6 Assessment Diagram ........................................................................................... 80
34. LAD 44 – Stratford Place ............................................................................................... 82
34.1 Description of Services ........................................................................................ 82
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34.2 Estimate of Costs ................................................................................................. 82
34.3 Method of Apportionment .................................................................................. 82
34.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment.......................................................................... 83
34.5 Fund Balance ....................................................................................................... 83
34.6 Assessment Diagram ........................................................................................... 83
35. LAD 45 – Southgate ....................................................................................................... 84
35.1 Description of Services ........................................................................................ 84
35.2 Estimate of Costs ................................................................................................. 85
35.3 Method of Apportionment .................................................................................. 86
35.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment.......................................................................... 86
35.5 Fund Balance ....................................................................................................... 86
35.6 Assessment Diagram ........................................................................................... 86
36. LAD 46 – Riverview Park ............................................................................................... 88
36.1 Description of Services ........................................................................................ 88
36.2 Estimate of Costs ................................................................................................. 88
36.3 Method of Apportionment .................................................................................. 88
36.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment.......................................................................... 89
36.5 Fund Balance ....................................................................................................... 89
36.6 Assessment Diagram ........................................................................................... 89
37. LAD 47 – Avila Ranch .................................................................................................... 90
37.1 Description of Services ........................................................................................ 90
37.2 Estimate of Costs ................................................................................................. 90
37.3 Method of Apportionment .................................................................................. 90
37.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment.......................................................................... 90
37.5 Fund Balance ....................................................................................................... 91
37.6 Assessment Diagram ........................................................................................... 91
38. LAD 48 – Oaks at Sunnyslope ........................................................................................ 92
38.1 Description of Services ........................................................................................ 92
38.2 Estimate of Costs ................................................................................................. 92
38.3 Method of Apportionment .................................................................................. 92
38.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment.......................................................................... 92
38.5 Fund Balance ....................................................................................................... 93
38.6 Assessment Diagram ........................................................................................... 93
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1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The City of Petaluma (the “City”) by way of the City Council of the City of Petaluma (“City
Council”), pursuant to the Landscape and Lighting Act of 1972 (the “1972 Act”), previously
formed each Landscape Assessment District (“District”) referenced in this Annual Report (the
“Annual Report”). The City Council directed City staff to prepare and file a report for Fiscal Year
2025/26 presenting, for each District, the plans and specifications for the maintenance and
operation of authorized services, an estimate of the costs of the maintenance and operation of the
authorized services, an assessment diagram, and an assessment of the estimated costs of the
maintenance and operation of the authorized services.
The assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 have been levied in accordance with the assessment
methodology as confirmed by the City Council upon the formation of each District and are
proportional to the special benefit received by each parcel. The amount assessed to each parcel is
equal to or less than the maximum assessment allowed at the time of formation plus any allowable
increase as a result of an increase in the Consumer Price Index, where applicable, as described in
this report.
The following assessments are made to finance the maintenance and operation of authorized
services within each District:
ASSESSMENTS PER DISTRICT
District
Assessable
Units
FY24-25
Rate Per
Unit
FY25-26
Rate Per
Unit
FY25-26
Total
Assessment
Adobe Creek (Inactive) - - - -
Americana 100 $40.85 $61.28 $6,128.00
Anna’s Meadows 74 $16.89 $25.34 $1,875.16
Avila Ranch 21 $600.90 $617.12 $12,959.52
Benson Estates (Inactive) - - - -
Cader Farm Highland 53 $138.01 $140.77 $7,460.81
Cader Farms 124 $222.63 $227.08 $28,157.92
Corona Creek II 40 $112.62 $142.59 $5,703.60
Corona Ranch (Inactive) - - - -
Crane Glen 21 $81.52 $83.15 $1,746.15
Cross Creek 200 $55.20 $82.81 $16,562.00
Factory Outlet (Inactive) - - - -
Fairway Meadows 41 $225.23 $229.74 $9,419.34
Glenbrook 83 $55.02 $56.12 $4,657.96
Graystone Creek 203 $100.00 $150.00 $30,450.00
Hillview Oaks (Inactive) - - - -
Kingsfield 14 $56.31 $84.46 $1,182.44
Kingsmill 117 $113.10 $115.36 $13,497.12
Lansdowne 97 $78.83 $118.25 $11,470.25
Liberty Farms 44 $213.73 $218.01 $9,592.44
Magnolia Terrace (Inactive) - - - -
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McNear Landing 185 $82.81 $84.46 $15,625.10
Meadow Park 177 $127.02 $129.56 $22,932.12
Mountain Valley 180 $67.00 $68.34 $12,301.20
Oaks at Sunnyslope 18 $858.17 $858.17 $15,447.06
Park Place 82 $34.60 $35.29 $2,893.78
Riverview 59 $56.31 $84.46 $4,983.14
Sequoia Estates (Inactive) - - - -
Shelter Hills 110 $20.88 $21.30 $2,3643.00
Sonoma Glen- Single Family 303 $93.25 $95.11 $28,818.33
Sonoma Glen- Town Home 142 $58.56 $59.73 $8,481.66
Southgate 216 $250.00 $285.35 $61,635.60
Spring Meadows 78 $42.79 $64.19 $5,006.82
Stoneridge 19 $39.42 $59.12 $1,123.28
Stratford Place 92 $128.77 $132.25 $12,167.00
Sycamore Heights 45 $38.65 $39.42 $1,773.90
Tatum (Inactive) - - - -
Turnbridge 78 $141.42 $145.24 $11,328.72
Village East 71 $28.15 $42.23 $2,998.33
Village Meadows 79 $124.05 $126.53 $9,995.87
Washington Creek Village 37 $347.00 $356.37 $13,185.69
Westridge 167 $86.82 $88.55 $14,787.85
Willow Glen 236 $143.53 $215.30 $50,810.80
Wisteria 28 $67.57 $100.00 $2,800.00
Woodside Village 59 $60.97 $62.19 $3,669.21
TOTALS ~$516,075.00
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2. INTRODUCTION
2.1 Reason for Assessment
Approval of the assessment covered by this Annual Report will generate the revenue necessary to
provide for the administration and servicing of the improvements within each District as described
in this Annual Report.
2.2 Process for Annual Assessment
The City cannot levy and collect annual assessments in each District without complying with the
procedures specified in the 1972 Act. On an annual basis, a Report is prepared which contains a
description of the services proposed to be financed, an estimate of the costs to provide the services,
an assessment diagram, the amount of the proposed assessment for each parcel, and the basis and
schedule of assessment.
2.3 Same or Lesser Assessment
If the assessments are to be levied in the same or lesser amounts than the maximum assessment
amount approved, the City Clerk shall give notice by causing the resolution of intention to be
published. Any interested person may, prior to the conclusion of the public hearing, file a written
protest which shall state all grounds of objection. The protest shall contain a description sufficient
to identify the property owned by the property owner filing the protest. During the course or upon
conclusion of the hearing, the City Council may order changes in any of the matters provided in the
report, including changes in the improvements, any zones within the assessment districts, and the
proposed diagrams or the proposed assessments.
The City Council, at the conclusion of the public hearing must then adopt a resolution confirming
the diagrams and assessments, either as originally proposed or as changed by it. The adoption of the
resolution shall constitute the levy of assessments for the fiscal year referred to in the assessments.
2.4 Increased Assessment
If the assessments to be levied exceed the maximum assessment amounts previously approved, the
City must comply with the procedures specified in Article XIII D and Proposition 218. The voters
in the State of California in November 1996 added Article XIII D to the California Constitution
imposing, among other requirements, the necessity for the City to conduct an assessment ballot
procedure to enable the owners of each property on which assessments are proposed to be enacted
or increased, the opportunity to express their support for, or opposition to the proposed assessment
or increase in such assessment. The basic steps of the assessment ballot procedure are outlined
below.
The City must prepare a Notice of Public Hearing (“Notice”), which describes, along with other
mandated information, the reason for the proposed assessments, and to provide a date and time of a
public hearing to be held on the matter. The City must also prepare an assessment ballot, which
clearly gives the property owner the ability to sign and mark their assessment ballot either in favor
of, or in opposition to the proposed assessment. The Notice and assessment ballot are mailed to
each affected property owner within the District a minimum of 45 days prior to the public hearing
date as shown in the Notice. The City may also hold community meetings with the property owners
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to discuss the issues facing the District and to answer property owner questions directly.
After the Notice and assessment ballot are mailed, property owners are given until the close of the
public hearing, stated in the Notice, to return their signed and marked assessment ballot. During the
public hearing, property owners are given the opportunity to address the City Council and ask
questions or voice their concerns. At the public hearing, the returned assessment ballots received
prior to the close of the public hearing are tabulated, weighted by the proposed assessment amount
on each property, and the results are announced by the City Council.
Article XIII D provides that if, as a result of the assessment ballot proceeding, a majority protest is
found to exist, the City Council shall not have the authority to levy and collect the assessments as
proposed. A majority protest exists if the assessments represented by ballots submitted in
opposition exceed those submitted in favor of the assessment. All returned ballots are tabulated and
weighted according to the financial obligation of each parcel.
If there is no majority protest as described above, the City Council may approve the proposed
assessments. If there is a majority protest, as described above, the City will not levy and collect any
assessments.
2.5 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessments
The 2025/26 assessments described in this Amended Annual Report for each District are not
proposed to exceed the previously approved maximum assessment range formula that was approved
at the time each District was formed and/or amended to include an approved inflator.
2.6 Statutory Considerations
PROPOSITION 218
Proposition 218, the “Right to Vote on Taxes Act” was approved by California voters in 1996,
which added Articles XIIIC and XIIID to the California State Constitution. The primary results of
Proposition 218 were stricter definitions of assessments, special taxes, fees, and charges, and a
general mandate for some type of voter approval for any new or increased tax, assessment, or
property-related fee. The Proposition 218 Omnibus Implementation Act (the “Implementation Act”)
was approved July 1, 1997. The Implementation Act provided for procedures throughout the notice,
protest, and hearing process. It should be noted that this report has been prepared to be consistent
with current practices and the California State Constitution.
Article XIII D, Section 4(a) of the California Constitution limits the amount of any assessment to
the proportional special benefit conferred on the property. Article XIII D also provides that publicly
owned properties must be assessed unless there is clear and convincing evidence that those
properties receive no special benefit from the assessment. Exempted from the assessment would be
the areas of public streets, public avenues, public lanes, public roads, public drives, public courts,
public alleys, public easements and rights-of-ways, public greenbelts, and public parkways.
The net amount to be assessed may be apportioned by any formula or method which fairly
distributes the net amount among all assessable lots or parcels. Proposition 218 requires the
Engineer to separate general benefit from special benefit, where only special benefit is assessed.
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1972 ACT
Pursuant to the 1972 Act and Article XIII D, all parcels that have a special benefit conferred upon
them as a result of the maintenance and operation of improvements and services shall be identified,
and the proportionate special benefit derived by each identified parcel shall be determined in
relationship to the entire costs of the maintenance and operation of improvements. The Act permits
the establishment of assessment districts for the purpose of providing certain public improvements
which include the operation, maintenance, and servicing of landscaping improvements.
Section 22573 of the Act requires that maintenance assessments must be levied according to benefit
rather than according to assessed value. This Section states:
"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 benefit to be received by each such lot or parcel
from the improvements."
“The determination of whether or not a lot or parcel will benefit from the improvements
shall be made pursuant to the Improvement Act of 1911 (Division 7 (commencing with
Section 5000) [of the Streets and Highways Code, State of California])."
The Act also permits the designation of zones of benefit within any individual assessment district if
"by reasons or variations in the nature, location, and extent of the improvements, the various areas
will receive different degrees of benefit from the improvement" (Sec. 22547).
2.7 Special Benefit
Pursuant to Article XIII D of the California Constitution, Section 2(i) “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.”
All parcels that have special benefit conferred upon them because of the services and activities
provided shall be identified, and the proportionate special benefit derived by each identified parcel
shall be determined in relationship to the entire cost of the services and activities.
In accordance with Article XIII D §4(a) “No assessment shall be imposed on any parcel which
exceeds the reasonable cost of the proportional special benefit conferred on that parcel. Only
special benefits are assessable, and an agency shall separate the general benefits from the special
benefits conferred on a parcel.”
The maintenance and servicing of the improvements within each District (which are described in
the Description of Improvements sections of this Annual Report for each District) are for the
benefit of the properties within each District, and as such confer a special and direct benefit to
parcels within each District by:
• improving the livability, appearance, and desirability for properties within the boundaries
of each District, and
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• ensuring that improvements do not reach a state of deterioration or disrepair so as to be
materially detrimental to properties within each District, and
• providing beautification, shade, and overall enhancement to properties within each District,
and
• providing increased illumination for ingress and egress, safe travel at night, improved
security, protection of property, and reduction of traffic accidents.
The above-mentioned items affect the assessed property in a way that is particular and distinct from
their effect on other parcels and that real property in general and the public at large do not share.
They contribute to a specific enhancement of the properties within each District. Since these
improvements, were installed and are maintained specifically for the properties within each District;
only properties within each District receive a special benefit and are assessed for said maintenance.
2.8 General Benefit
Article XIII D of the California Constitution requires that any local agency proposing to increase or
impose a special assessment to “separate the general benefits from the special benefits conferred on
a parcel.” General benefits are defined as those services or improvements which provide a general
increase in property values to all property or provides benefits to the health, safety or education of
the public. The rationale for separating special and general benefits is to ensure that the property
owners are not charged with an assessment that pays for general benefits. Thus, a local agency
carrying out projects or services that provide both special and general benefits may levy an
assessment to pay for the special benefits but must acquire separate funding to pay for those general
benefits.
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3. LAD 2 – SYCAMORE HEIGHTS
3.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Medians
• White Oak Way cul-de-sac
• White Oak Circle & Sycamore Lane
3.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $126.14
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $132.04
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $1,632.00
Repairs and Operating Services $897.64
Total Maintenance Costs $2,787.81
Annual Administration
Administration $432.59
County Collection Fees $14.09
Total Administration Costs $446.68
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $3,234.49
3.3 Method of Apportionment
The 45 residential units within the Sycamore Heights District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
3.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
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records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 45 residential units within the
Sycamore Heights District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $3,234.49
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(1,460.59)
Total Assessment $1,773.90
Total Number of Residential Units 45
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $39.42
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $39.42
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
3.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $12,286.34
Revenue $1,773.90
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $3,234.49
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(1,460.59)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $10,825.75
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $1,460.59 from the Unreserved Fund Balance is
the amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum assessment
revenue.
3.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Sycamore Heights District has been submitted to the City Clerk in
the format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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4. LAD 3 – VILLAGE MEADOWS
4.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Frontage
• Sonoma Mountain Parkway frontage from Lynch Creek to Clary
Landscape Area
• Between Flannigan Way & Lynch Creek along the creek from Maria Drive to Sonoma
Mountain Parkway; includes top of bank and pathway
Medians
• Culpepper Drive & Maria Drive
• Clary Street & Sonoma Mountain Parkway
• Sheila Court
Sidewalk to Curb
• All street tree irrigation in subdivision
4.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $2,018.18
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $3,445.17
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $16,320.00
Repairs and Operating Services $7,170.28
Total Maintenance Costs $28,953.62
Annual Administration
Administration $1,762.38
County Collection Fees $73.39
Total Administration Costs $1,8365.78
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $30,789.40
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4.3 Method of Apportionment
The 79 residential units within the Village Meadows District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
4.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 79 residential units within the
Village Meadows District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $30,789.40
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(3,628.23)
Total Assessment $27,161.17
Total Number of Residential Units 79
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $343.81
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $126.53
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
4.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $3,628.23
Revenue $9,995.87
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $30,789.40
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) (0.00)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $(17,165.30)
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $3,628.23 from the Unreserved Fund Balance is
the amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum assessment
revenue.
4.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Village Meadows District has been submitted to the City Clerk in
the format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
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attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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5. LAD 4 – VILLAGE EAST
5.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Medians
• Rodgers Lane & Garfield Drive
• Warrick Court
• Sheldrake Lane & Garfield Drive
• Sheldrake Lane cul-de-sac
• Brengle Court
• Wren Drive & Garfield Drive
5.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION COST ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $ 2,102.27
Utilities (Electricity & Water)
$502.29
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping)
$3,264.00
Repairs and Operating Services $ 897.64
Total Maintenance Costs $ 6,766.20
Annual Administration
Administration $ 1,435.54
County Collection Fees $ 8.95
Total Administration Costs $ 1,444.49
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $ 8,210.69
5.3 Method of Apportionment
The 71 residential units within the Village East District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
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Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
5.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 71 residential units within the
Village East District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $ 8,210.69
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(5,212.36)
Total Assessment $2,998.33
Total Number of Residential Units 71
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $42.23
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $42.23
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
5.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $ 5,212.36
6,428.72 Revenue $ 2,998.33
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $ 8,210.69
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(5,212.36)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $ 1,216.36
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $5,212.36 from the Unreserved Fund Balance is
the amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum assessment
revenue.
5.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Village East District has been submitted to the City Clerk in the
format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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6. LAD 5 – SPRING MEADOWS
6.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Landscape Area
• Landscaping along Appaloosa Circle From curb to the fence, including Photinia hedge
Medians
• Appaloosa Court
• Caulfield Lane cul-de-sac
• Kiwi Court
• Persimmon Court
• Caulfield Lane & Garfield Drive
6.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $ 462.50
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $ 626.95
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $ 3,264.00
Repairs and Operating Services $ 1,346.46
Total Maintenance Costs $ 6,120.94
Annual Administration
Administration $ 786.67
County Collection Fees $ 38.92
Total Administration Costs $ 825.59
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $ 6,525.50
6.3 Method of Apportionment
The 78 residential units within the Spring Meadows District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
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Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
6.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 78 residential units within the Spring
Meadows District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $6,525.50
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(8,211.80)
Total Assessment
$14,737.30
Total Number of Residential Units 78
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $188.94
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $64.19
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
6.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $(8,211.80)
Revenue $5,006.92
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $6,525.50
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(0.00)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $(9,730.38)
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $0.00 from the Unreserved Fund Balance is the
amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum assessment
revenue.
6.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Spring Meadows District has been submitted to the City Clerk in
the format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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7. LAD 6 – SHELTER HILLS
7.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Street Entrance
• Landscaping on both sides of the street at the entrance to Tarragon Court, sidewalk to curb
& against the fence
7.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $ 126.14
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $ 194.39
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $ 3,624.00
Repairs and Operating Services $ 897.64
Total Maintenance Costs $ 4,842.16
Annual Administration
Administration $ 432.59
County Collection Fees $ 18.92
Total Administration Costs $ 451.51
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $ 5,293.67
7.3 Method of Apportionment
The 110 residential units within the Shelter Hills District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
7.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
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records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 110 residential units within the
Shelter Hills District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $ 5,293.67
Operating Unreserved Contribution $ (61,723.08)
Total Assessment $(67,016.75)
Total Number of Residential Units 110
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $603.75
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $21.30
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
7.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $(61,723.08)
Revenue $2,343.00
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $5,293.67
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(0.00)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $(64,673.75)
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $0.00 from the Unreserved Fund Balance is the
amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum assessment
revenue.
7.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Shelter Hills District has been submitted to the City Clerk in the
format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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8. LAD 7 – MEADOW PARK
8.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Frontage
• South Point Boulevard landscape area on both the north and south side of the street. North
side from the sidewalk to curb & south side from the sidewalk to curb behind sidewalk to
hedge
• Wood Sorrel Drive landscape area on the north side of Wood Sorrel Drive from Yarberry
Drive to South Point Boulevard sidewalk to curb and sidewalk to the fence. South side of
Wood Sorrel Drive from Yarberry Drive to South Point Boulevard sidewalk to curb
Landscape Areas
• Yarberry Drive landscape area on the north side of Yarberry Drive from Wood Sorrel Drive
east to the first house. Includes area from curb to fence
• Landscape easement along Abercrombie, south side from the curb to fence
Medians
• Dupree Way & Maria Dive
• Dupree Court
• Alleganey Court
• Dupree Way & Yarberry Drive
• Yarberry Drive & Garret Way
• Yarberry Drive & MacMahon Way
• Jason Court
• Megan Court
• South Point Boulevard
8.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $1,913.06
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $1,700.81
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General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $13,320.00
Repairs and Operating Services $13,442.91
Total Maintenance Costs $33,376.79
Annual Administration
Administration $2,076.41
County Collection Fees $179.88
Total Administration Costs $2,256.29
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $35,633.08
8.3 Method of Apportionment
The 177 residential units within the Meadow Park District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
8.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 177 residential units within the
Meadow Park District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $35,633.08
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(12,700.96)
Total Assessment $22,932.12
Total Number of Residential Units 177
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $129.56
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $129.56
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
8.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $112,459.20
Revenue $22,932.12
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Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $35,633.08
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(12,700.96)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $99,758.24
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $12,700.96 from the Unreserved Fund Balance
is the amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum
assessment revenue.
8.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Meadow Park District has been submitted to the City Clerk in the
format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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9. LAD 8 – ANNA’S MEADOWS
9.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Frontage
• McDowell Boulevard South frontage eastside from Casa Grande Road to just before Anna
Way curb to the fence. Casa Grande Road landscape area north side of the street from
McDowell Boulevard South to just east of Henry Way curb to the fence.
Median
• Henry Way & Casa Grande Road
Sidewalk to Curb
• Irrigation for street trees on Daniel Drive & Wieling Way both sides of the street
9.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $252.27
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $524.95
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $9,792.00
Repairs and Operating Services $4,488.19
Total Maintenance Costs $15,057.41
Annual Administration
Administration $1,970.69
County Collection Fees $13.95
Total Administration Costs $1,984.65
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $17,042.06
9.3 Method of Apportionment
The 74 residential units within the Anna’s Meadows District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
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Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
9.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 74 residential units within the
Anna’s Meadows District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $17,042.06
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(25,040.33)
Total Assessment $42,082.39
Total Number of Residential Units 74
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $568.68
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $25.34
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
9.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $(25,040.33)
Revenue $1,875.06
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $17,042.06
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(0.00)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $(40,207.33)
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $0.00 from the Unreserved Fund Balance is the
amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum assessment
revenue.
9.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Anna’s Meadows District has been submitted to the City Clerk in
the format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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10. LAD 11 – PARK PLACE
10.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Frontage – Map 11B
• Rainer Avenue landscape on the south side of Maria Drive to Acadia Drive from the
sidewalk to fence
Medians
• Trinity Court
• Redrock Court
Sidewalk to Curb
• Street tree irrigation only for the entire subdivision
10.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $126.14
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $202.84
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $9,792.00
Repairs and Operating Services $1,795.28
Total Maintenance Costs $11,916.26
Annual Administration
Administration $801.09
County Collection Fees $23.61
Total Administration Costs $824.70
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $12,470.95
10.3 Method of Apportionment
The 82 residential units within the Park Place District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
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Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
10.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 82 residential units within the Park
Place District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $12,740.95
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(1,567.28)
Total Assessment $14,308.23
Total Number of Residential Units 82
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $174.49
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $35.29
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
10.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $(1,567.28)
Revenue $2,893.78
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $12,740.95
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(0.00)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $(11,414.45)
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $0.00 from the Unreserved Fund Balance is the
amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum assessment
revenue.
10.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Park Place District has been submitted to the City Clerk in the
format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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11. LAD 12 – GLENBROOK
11.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Frontage
• Sonoma Mountain Parkway landscape west side Sonoma Mountain Parkway from Riesling
Road south to Glenbrook Park
• Maria Drive from one lot west of Lancaster Drive east to Glenbrook Park
Landscape Areas
• Landscape area on the south side of Riesling Road from Sonoma Mountain Parkway to just
West of Riesling Court sidewalk to curb
Medians
• New Castle Court
• Inverness Drive
• Brody Court
• Riesling Court
Sidewalk to Curb
• Irrigation only for street trees in the entire subdivision
11.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $1,072.16
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $1,020.07
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $9,792.00
Repairs and Operating Services $2,692.91
Total Maintenance Costs $14,577.14
Annual Administration
Administration $1,650.24
County Collection Fees $31.16
Total Administration Costs $1,681.41
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $16,258.55
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11.3 Method of Apportionment
The 83 residential units within the Glenbrook District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
11.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 83 residential units within the
Glenbrook District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $16,258.55
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(10,778.71)
Total Assessment $27,037.26
Total Number of Residential Units 83
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $325.75
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $56.12
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
11.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $(10,778.71)
Revenue $4,657.96
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $16,258.55
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(0.00)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $(22,379.30)
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $0.00 from the Unreserved Fund Balance is the
amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum assessment
revenue.
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11.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Glenbrook District has been submitted to the City Clerk in the
format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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12. LAD 13 – FAIRWAY MEADOWS
12.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Frontage
• Ely Boulevard South landscape frontage
Landscape Areas
• South side of paver path which goes from Ely Boulevard South to Spyglass Road
• Spyglass Road turf area from curb to fence extending from paver path to Spyglass cul-de-
sac
Medians
• Ely Boulevard South & Spyglass Road
• Spyglass Road cul-de-sac
Sidewalk to Curb
• Street tree irrigation for the entire subdivision
12.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $860.58
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $10,676.62
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $11,424.00
Repairs and Operating Services $2,244.09
Total Maintenance Costs $25,205.30
Annual Administration
Administration $921.26
County Collection Fees $80.06
Total Administration Costs $1,001.32
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $26,206.62
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12.3 Method of Apportionment
The 41 residential units within the Fairway Meadows District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
12.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 41 residential units within the
Fairway Meadows District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $26,206.62
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(35,442.11)
Total Assessment $61,648.73
Total Number of Residential Units 41
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $1,503.63
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $229.74
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
12.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $(35,442.11)
Revenue $9,419.34
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $26,206.62
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(0.00)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $(52,229.39)
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $0.00 from the Unreserved Fund Balance is the
amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum assessment
revenue.
12.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Fairway Meadows District has been submitted to the City Clerk in
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the format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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13. LAD 15 – SONOMA GLEN
13.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Frontage
• Sonoma Mountain Parkway landscape area on the east side of Maria Drive from Manzanita
path north of Lancaster to Sonoma Mountain Parkway curb to the fence. Exclude area in
front of the school
• Ely Road landscape area on the west side of Ely Road from Burgundy Court to Nora Lane
curb to the fence
Landscape Areas
• Kensington Place Park at the corner of Kensington Place & Dorset Drive
• Mow This Greenbelt 2 X Month – Corona Creek curb to top of the bank landscape area on
the north side of Corona Creek from Ely Road west to just past Telford Lane landscape area
on the south side of Corona Creek from Ely Road west to Sonoma Mountain Parkway
• Zinfandel Drive landscape area, which includes Manzanita path from the curb to fence from
Maria Drive along Merlot Court along Zinfandel Drive to Riesling Road. This also includes
a turf and sign area at the corner of Zinfandel Drive & Merlot Court
Medians
• Merlot Court
• Cabernet Court
• Muscat Court
• Riesling Road
• Wine Court
• Claret Court
• Madeira Circle Court (2 medians)
• Savoy Circle
• Cliff Haven Court
Sidewalk to Curb
• Landscape & irrigation maintenance at Columbard Road south side from Zinfandel Drive to
Madeira Circle, including Wine Court
• Irrigation only at all other streets and cul-de-sacs
13.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
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DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $2,312.49
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $7,440.59
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $65,280.00
Repairs and Operating Services $3,590.55
Total Maintenance Costs $78,623.64
Annual Administration
Administration $2,649.99
County Collection Fees $298.87
Total Administration Costs $2,948.86
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $81,572.50
13.3 Method of Apportionment
The 445 residential units within the Somona Glen District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
13.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 445 residential units within the
Sonoma Glen District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $81,572.50
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(44,272.51)
Total Assessment $37,299.99
Total Number of Residential Units 303 SF/142 TH
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $95.11/$59.73
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $95.11/$59.73
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
13.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
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costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $45,882.84
Revenue $37,299.99
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $81,572.50
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(44,272.51)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $1,610.33
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $44,272.51 from the Unreserved Fund Balance
is the amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum
assessment revenue.
13.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Sonoma Glen District has been submitted to the City Clerk in the
format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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14. LAD 16 – MOUNTAIN VALLEY
14.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Frontage
• Sonoma Mountain Parkway landscape area frontage as indicated on map curb to the wall
Landscape Areas
• Urban separator landscape area east of Tulare Street from the northern border of subdivision
to the southern border of subdivision curb to 10’ behind the sidewalk
Medians
• Rainer Circle entrance at Sonoma Mountain Parkway
• Palen Court
14.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $2,102.27
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $10,378.21
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $8,976.00
Repairs and Operating Services $11,647.64
Total Maintenance Costs $33,104.12
Annual Administration
Administration $1,435.54
County Collection Fees $88.03
Total Administration Costs $1,523.56
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $34,627.68
14.3 Method of Apportionment
The 180 residential units within the Mountain Valley District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
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Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
14.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 180 residential units within the
Mountain Valley District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $34,627.68
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(8,436.63)
Total Assessment $43,064.31
Total Number of Residential Units 180
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $239.25
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $68.34
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
14.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $(8,436.63)
Revenue $12,301.20
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $34,627.68
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(0.00)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $(30,763.11)
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $0.00 from the Unreserved Fund Balance is the
amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum assessment
revenue.
14.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Mountain Valley District has been submitted to the City Clerk in
the format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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15. LAD 17 – KINGSMILL
15.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Frontage
• Sonoma Mountain Parkway landscape area as indicated on map including north & south
side of the entrance
Landscape Areas
• Urban separator landscape area on the east side of Castle Drive includes the area behind the
house on north end curb to 10’ behind the sidewalk
Medians
• Sonoma Mountain Parkway & Castle Drive
• Nottingham Court
• Maiden Lane
• Jester Court
• Page Court
15.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $2,018.18
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $4,595.96
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $8,160.00
Repairs and Operating Services $3,590.55
Total Maintenance Costs $18,364.69
Annual Administration
Administration $2,499.39
County Collection Fees $102.78
Total Administration Costs $2,602.17
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $20,966.86
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15.3 Method of Apportionment
The 117 residential units within the Kingsmill District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
15.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 117 residential units within the
Kingsmill District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $20,966.86
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(5,835.25)
Total Assessment $26,802.11
Total Number of Residential Units 117
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $229.08
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $115.36
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
15.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $(5,835.25)
Revenue $13,497.12
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $20,966.86
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(0.00)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $(13,304.99)
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $0.00 from the Unreserved Fund Balance is the
amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum assessment
revenue.
15.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Kingsmill District has been submitted to the City Clerk in the
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format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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16. LAD 18 – CADER FARMS
16.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Frontage
• Landscape area Sonoma Mountain Parkway, as indicated on the map, includes north &
south sides of entrance at Rainer Circle
Landscape Corners
• Greenwich Street & Rainer Circle has three corners
• Almanor Street & Rainer Circle has two corners
• Downing Street & Rainer Circle has two corners
• Brompton & Almanor has two corners
• Brompton & Greenwich has two corners
• Pembridge Street & Rainer Circle as two corners
• Pembridge Street & Almanor Street has two corners
Landscape Areas
• Turf on the east side of Downing Street from 1850 north to corner of Downing Street &
Rainer Circle. Sidewalk to curb
• Turf on the east side of Rainer Circle from Matzen Ranch Circle north to Matzen Ranch
Circle.
• Sidewalk to curb next to the school. See map
• Turf easement around Eagle Park sidewalk to curb
Medians
• Rainer Circle & Sonoma Mountain Parkway
• Chelsea Court
• Branbury Court
16.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $3,153.40
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $9,606.35
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General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $19,584.00
Repairs and Operating Services $6,732.28
Total Maintenance Costs $39,076.03
Annual Administration
Administration $4,365.93
County Collection Fees $214.54
Total Administration Costs $4,580.47
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $43,656.50
16.3 Method of Apportionment
The 124 residential units within the Cader Farms District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
16.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office, is shown within Appendix C of this report.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 124 residential units within the
Cader Farms District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $43,656.50
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(15,498.58)
Total Assessment $28,157.92
Total Number of Residential Units 124
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $227.08
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $227.08
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
16.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $37,788.93
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Revenue $28,157.92
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $43,656.50
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(15,498.58)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $22,290.35
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $15,498.58 from the Unreserved Fund Balance
is the amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum
assessment revenue.
16.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Cader Farms District has been submitted to the City Clerk in the
format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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17. LAD 19 – CADER FARMS HIGHLAND
17.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Landscape Area
• Urban separator landscape area on the east side of Matzen Ranch Circle Curb to 10’ behind
the sidewalk
Medians
• Matzen Ranch Circle & Rainer Circle Entrance median and also includes sidewalk to curb
the north and south sides
• Matzen Ranch cul-de-sac (north)
• Matzen Ranch cul-de-sac (east)
17.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $860.58
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $2,716.31
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $4,896.00
Repairs and Operating Services $12,545.28
Total Maintenance Costs $21,018.17
Annual Administration
Administration $737.01
County Collection Fees $63.42
Total Administration Costs $800.42
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $21,818.59
17.3 Method of Apportionment
The 53 residential units within the Cader Farms Highland District receive equal special benefit
from the services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs
are divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
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Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
17.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office, is shown within Appendix C of this report.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 53 residential units within the Cader
Farms Highland District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $21,818.59
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(28,065.14)
Total Assessment $49,883.73
Total Number of Residential Units 53
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $941.20
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $140.77
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
17.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $(28,065.14)
Revenue $7,460.81
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $21,818.59
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(0.00)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $(42,422.92)
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $0.00 from the Unreserved Fund Balance is the
amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum assessment
revenue.
17.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Cader Farms Highland District has been submitted to the City
Clerk in the format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as
an attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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18. LAD 21 – CRANE GLEN
18.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Frontage – Map 21B
• Landscape maintenance on Sonoma Mountain Parkway, as indicated on the map
Landscape Area
• Landscape area at the end of Rosamond Street behind the curb to sound wall
Medians
• Rosamond Street – Irrigation Only
• Rosamond Street cul-de-sac – Irrigation Only
Sidewalk to Curb
• Street tree irrigation for the entire subdivision
18.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $2,102.27
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $247.25
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $6,528.00
Repairs and Operating Services $448.82
Total Maintenance Costs $9,326.33
Annual Administration
Administration $1,251.28
County Collection Fees $15.00
Total Administration Costs $1,266.28
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $10,592.62
18.3 Method of Apportionment
The 21 residential units within the Crane Glen District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
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divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
18.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 21 residential units within the Crane
Glen District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $10,592.62
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(15,336.25)
Total Assessment $25,928.87
Total Number of Residential Units 21
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $1,234.71
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $83.15
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
18.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $(15,336.25)
Revenue $1,746.15
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $10,592.62
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(0.00)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $(24,182.72)
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $0.00 from the Unreserved Fund Balance is the
amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum assessment
revenue.
18.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Crane Glen District has been submitted to the City Clerk in the
format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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19. LAD 22 – WESTRIDGE KNOLLS
19.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Frontage
• I Street landscape area on north side beginning with Pin Oaks then west to end of the
subdivision just past entrance, including sign area curb to the fence
Landscape Area
• South side of Photinia Place easement from the sidewalk to curb stretching from Black Oak
Drive to Phontinia cul-de-sac
Medians
• Grevillia Drive & I Street at the entrance
• Dogwood Court
• Lydia Court
• Hash Court
• Photinia Place
• Black Oak Drive
Sidewalk to Curb
• Street tree irrigation only for the entire subdivision
19.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $860.58
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $1,217.28
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $6,528.00
Repairs and Operating Services $8,067.91
Total Maintenance Costs $16,673.77
Annual Administration
Administration $1,105.51
County Collection Fees $125.70
Total Administration Costs $1,231.21
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TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $17,904.99
19.3 Method of Apportionment
The 167 residential units within the Westridge Knolls District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
19.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 167 residential units within the
Westridge Knolls District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $17,904.99
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(3,117.14)
Total Assessment $14,787.85
Total Number of Residential Units 167
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $88.55
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $88.55
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
19.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $8,502.39
Revenue $14,787.85
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $17,904.99
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(3,117.14)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $5,385.25
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $3,117.14 from the Unreserved Fund Balance is
the amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum assessment
revenue.
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19.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Westridge Knolls District has been submitted to the City Clerk in
the format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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20. LAD 26 – GRAYSTONE CREEK
20.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Frontage
• Ely Road from Hartman Lane to Sandstone Drive
Landscape Areas
• Corona Creek landscape maintenance from the curb to top of both north and south side of
the creek between Ely Road and Riesling Road
Medians
• Wildflower Court
• Quarry Street (one on the south and one on the north)
• Hartman Road
20.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $2,522.72
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $8,594.68
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $21,216.00
Repairs and Operating Services $14,340.55
Total Maintenance Costs $46,673.95
Annual Administration
Administration $2,755.74
County Collection Fees $238.99
Total Administration Costs $2,994.72
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $49,668.67
20.3 Method of Apportionment
The 203 residential units within the Graystone Creek District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
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divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
20.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 203 residential units within the
Graystone Creek District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $49,668.67
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(13,335.93)
Total Assessment $36,332.74
Total Number of Residential Units 203
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $178.98
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $150.00
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
20.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $13,335.93
Revenue $30,450.00
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $49,668.67
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(13,335.93)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $(5,882.74)
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $13,335.93 from the Unreserved Fund Balance is
the amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum assessment
revenue.
20.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Graystone Creek District has been submitted to the City Clerk in
the format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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21. LAD 27 – AMERICANA
21.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Frontage
• Ely Road from Sonoma Mountain Parkway north to just past Hanford Street
• Sonoma Mountain Parkway frontage from Ely Road East to three houses west of Riesling
Road
Landscape Area
• Lexington Street landscape maintenance on pathway area between 1850 & 1846
Median
• Plymouth Court
21.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $546.59
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $1,502.16
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $4,896.00
Repairs and Operating Services $897.64
Total Maintenance Costs $7,842.39
Annual Administration
Administration $647.28
County Collection Fees $47.79
Total Administration Costs $695.06
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $8,537.45
21.3 Method of Apportionment
The 100 residential units within the Americana District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
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Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
21.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 100 residential units within the
Americana District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $8,537.45
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(2,409.45)
Total Assessment $6,128.00
Total Number of Residential Units 100
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $61.28
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $61.28
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
21.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $18,470.74
Revenue $6,128.00
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $8,537.45
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(2,409.45)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $16,061.29
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $2,409.45 from the Unreserved Fund Balance is
the amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum assessment
revenue.
21.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Americana District has been submitted to the City Clerk in the
format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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22. LAD 28 – KINGSFIELD
22.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Landscape Area
• Townview Lane landscape maintenance from the curb to fence on both sides of the street
from North Webster Street west to the first parcel
Median
• Townview Lane
22.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $126.14
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $0.00
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $1,632.00
Repairs and Operating Services $897.64
Total Maintenance Costs $2,655.77
Annual Administration
Administration $432.59
County Collection Fees $9.06
Total Administration Costs $441.65
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $3,097.42
22.3 Method of Apportionment
The 14 residential units within the Kingsfield District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
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22.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 14 residential units within the
Kingsfield District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $3,097.42
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(10,795.62)
Total Assessment $13,893.04
Total Number of Residential Units 14
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $992.36
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $84.46
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
22.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $(10,795.62)
Revenue $1,182.44
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $3,097.42
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(0.00)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $(12,710.60)
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $0.00 from the Unreserved Fund Balance is the
amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum assessment
revenue.
22.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Kingsfield District has been submitted to the City Clerk in the
format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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23. LAD 29 – LIBERTY FARMS
23.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Landscape Area
• Turf & landscape maintenance north side of the creek from just past Telford Lane west to
Sonoma Mountain Parkway curb to top of the bank
23.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $1,360.17
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $7,713.32
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $5,712.00
Repairs and Operating Services $2,244.09
Total Maintenance Costs $17,029.58
Annual Administration
Administration $1,613.39
County Collection Fees 70.84
Total Administration Costs $1,684.23
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $18,713.80
23.3 Method of Apportionment
The 44 residential units within the Liberty Farms District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
23.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office, is shown within Appendix C of this report.
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The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 44 residential units within the
Liberty Farms District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $18,713.80
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(31,509.79)
Total Assessment $50,223.59
Total Number of Residential Units 44
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $1,141.45
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $218.01
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
23.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $(31,509.79)
Revenue $9,592.44
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $18,730.80
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(0.00)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $(40,631.15)
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $0.00 from the Unreserved Fund Balance is the
amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum assessment
revenue.
23.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Liberty Farms District has been submitted to the City Clerk in the
format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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24. LAD 31 – WISTERIA
24.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Frontage
• Landscape area on the east side of Ely Road from Hanford Street to Sandstone Drive curb to
the fence
• Landscape area on the south side of Sandstone Drive from Ely Road to Wisteria Circle.
Including southeast corner of Wisteria Circle & Sandstone Drive with the sign to curb fence
24.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $2,102.27
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $0.00
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $3,264.00
Repairs and Operating Services $897.64
Total Maintenance Costs $6,263.90
Annual Administration
Administration $1,435.54
County Collection Fees $7.27
Total Administration Costs $1,442.80
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $7,706.71
24.3 Method of Apportionment
The 28 residential units within the Wisteria District receive equal special benefit from the services
provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are divided by the
total number of residential units, as follows:
Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
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24.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 28 residential units within the
Wisteria District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $7,706.71
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(1,219.95)
Total Assessment $8,926.66
Total Number of Residential Units 28
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $318.81
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $100.00
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
24.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $(1,219.95)
Revenue $2,800.00
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $7,706.71
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(0.00)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $(6,126.66)
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $0.00 from the Unreserved Fund Balance is the
amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum assessment
revenue.
24.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Wisteria District has been submitted to the City Clerk in the
format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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25. LAD 32 – CORONA CREEK II
25.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Frontage
• Sonoma Mountain Parkway landscape is from Corona Road to Corona Creek curb to fence
Landscape Area
• Landscape area on the north side of Via Elisabetta from Mauro Pietro Drive to home at the
end of the cul-de-sac. Also includes north side of Via Elisabetta Court sidewalk to curb
irrigation, lawn & trees
Median
• Via Elisabetta cul-de-sac
25.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $819.88
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $202.84
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $8,160.00
Repairs and Operating Services $3,590.55
Total Maintenance Costs $12,773.28
Annual Administration
Administration $1,890.57
County Collection Fees $42.03
Total Administration Costs $1,932.61
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $14,705.89
25.3 Method of Apportionment
The 40 residential units within the Corona Creek II District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
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Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
25.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 40 residential units within the
Corona Creek II District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $14,705.89
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(15,145.43)
Total Assessment $29,851.32
Total Number of Residential Units 40
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $746.28
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $142.59
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
25.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $(15,145.43)
Revenue $5,703.60
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $14,705.89
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(0.00)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $(24,147.72)
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $0.00 from the Unreserved Fund Balance is the
amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum assessment
revenue.
25.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Corona Creek II District has been submitted to the City Clerk in
the format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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26. LAD 33 – WOODSIDE VILLAGE
26.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Landscape Area
• Landscape area on East Woodside Drive along Capri Creek north to Maria Drive, from the
curb to top of the bank
26.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $1,366.47
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $132.04
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $4,896.00
Repairs and Operating Services $1,795.28
Total Maintenance Costs $8,189.79
Annual Administration
Administration $1,432.34
County Collection Fees $20.44
Total Administration Costs $1,452.78
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $9,642.57
26.3 Method of Apportionment
The 59 residential units within the Woodside Village District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
26.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
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The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 59 residential units within the
Woodside Village District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $9,642.57
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(4,358.15)
Total Assessment $5,284.42
Total Number of Residential Units 59
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $89.57
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $62.19
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
26.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $4,358.15
Revenue $3,669.21
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $9,642.57
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(4,358.15)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $(1,615.21)
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $4,358.15 from the Unreserved Fund Balance is
the amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum assessment
revenue.
26.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Woodside Village District has been submitted to the City Clerk in
the format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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27. LAD 35 – CROSS CREEK
27.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Frontage
• Ely Road landscape area from curb to the fence on the east side of Ely Road from the
northern boundary of Cross Creek Subdivision to Casa Grande Road.
• Casa Grande landscape area starting at Ely Road from the curb on Casa Grande to curb on
River Pine Circle & curb to fence east to the cul-de-sac on Hidden Valley Drive.
Landscape Areas
• Urban separator along Hidden Valley Drive from Whisper Creek to Casa Grande Road.
The path from Casa Grande Road to Whippoorwill Court & including landscape from the
curb to fence at Whippoorwill Court cul-de-sac terminus.
Medians
• Valley Oak Court
• Whippoorwill Court
• Hidden Valley Drive
• Skyhawk Court
• Turnabout at Garfield Drive
27.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $1,913.06
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $1,661.22
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $21,216.00
Repairs and Operating Services $1,346.46
Total Maintenance Costs $26,136.74
Annual Administration
Administration $1,523.66
County Collection Fees $125.72
Total Administration Costs $1,649.38
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TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $27,786.12
27.3 Method of Apportionment
The 200 residential units within the Cross Creek District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
27.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 200 residential units within the
Cross Creek District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $27,786.12
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(11,224.12)
Total Assessment $10,255.16
Total Number of Residential Units 200
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $51.28
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $82.81
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
27.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $13,651.41
Revenue $16,562.00
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $10,255.16
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(11,224.12)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $2,427.29
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $11,224.12 from the Unreserved Fund Balance
is the amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum
assessment revenue.
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27.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Cross Creek District has been submitted to the City Clerk in the
format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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28. LAD 37 – WILLOW GLEN
28.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include:
Turf Care:
• Active growing season (usually 6 months) – weekly mowing
• Dormant season (usually 6 months) – every other week mowing or as needed
• Quarterly organic fertilizer application
• Edging around paths as needed
• String line trimming for corners and edges as needed
• No chemical weed control.
• Annual dethatch, aeration, overseeding and compost application required for Organic
Management of turf. Time and Materials.
Trees, Shrubs, and Ground Cover Care:
• Winter organic balanced fertilizer application (activated by rainfall)
• Trees and shrubs to be maintained in existing shape. Example – natural forms maintained in
natural form. Hedged material is maintained by hedging.
• Tree branch clearance up to 12’ over paths and walkways. Forested areas to be maintained by
city or Dibble subcontractors – TBD.
• Path clearances to be maintained for safety. Irrigated shrubs to be pruned according to schedule
• Periodic inspection for disease will be performed. Control applications to be performed in
accordance with City of Petaluma IPM protocols.
• Weeding performed by a mechanical device (string line trimmer) or other approved mechanism.
High Weed Mowing:
• To be performed on T & M
• Established time frames after first year can be added to annual contract in following years if
desired
Leaf Collection:
• Removal of leaves from lawns, planter beds and walkways will be completed throughout the
year as needed to maintain a clean appearance
• Within the boundaries of developed landscape areas, major fall leaf removal will be provided on
an ongoing basis until leaf drop is complete. It is not intended that all leaves will be removed
from the entire site each visit during the fall leaf pick up season.
• Undeveloped areas will be left natural or tended upon request on a T & M basis.
Hard Surfaces:
• Walkways will be mechanically cleaned of gardening debris resulting from Contractor’s
landscaping activities.
• Hard surfaces will be inspected for crack weeds, string line trimmed, then resulting debris will be
removed manually.
Replacement of Plants:
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• Dead plants and those in a state of decline will be brought to the client’s attention immediately.
Replacements must be accepted by and paid for by the client unless mortality is caused by
Contractor’s negligence, or a prior agreement is binding.
Irrigation:
• Annual spring irrigation system check for controllers will be proposed as T & M. All components
checked for effective operation. Adjustments will be made, and sprinkler heads flushed as
needed. Any necessary repairs will be reported to the owner’s representative along with an
estimate for the approval of the cost of repair and replacement parts unless pre-approval is not
required.
• System components will be monitored as needed from April through September for proper
operation. Adjustments will be made as needed, and any necessary repairs reported to City of
Petaluma
representative for authorization to repair at additional cost.
• Irrigation system will be shut down for the winter by shutting off water, timer, and opening
drains. Timing and duration to be determined based on annual rainfall and reporting.
Frontage
• Sonoma Mountain Parkway landscape area from Lynch Creek past Linnet to the end of the
subdivision
Landscape Areas
• Turtle Creek south side landscape area on both sides of the pathway to fence from Sonoma
Mountain Parkway to Prince Park includes two bridges. Turtle Creek north side, along
Sleepy Hollow Lane, from Cricket Court to Castle Drive north side Washington Creek
landscape area along Linnet Lane, Songbird Way, to Hawk Drive from the curb to top of the
bank. South side of Washington Creek is weed, irrigation & basin maintenance at trees only
• Noriel Lane landscape area on the east side of the street from the pathway to curb from
Turtle Creek Lane to the end of the street across from 1916
Median & Entrances
• Median & north & south sides from the curb to fence at Sonoma Mountain Parkway &
Turtle Creek Lane
• Median & north & south sides from the curb to fence at Sonoma Mountain Parkway &
Linnet Lane.
• Crickett Court
• Fawn Court
• Squirrel Hollow Court
28.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
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DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $4,015.33
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $13,801.51
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $40,932.00
Repairs and Operating Services $4,488.19
Total Maintenance Costs $63,237.03
Annual Administration
Administration $3,883.66
County Collection Fees $319.48
Total Administration Costs $4,203.14
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $67,440.18
28.3 Method of Apportionment
The 236 residential units within the Willow Glen District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
28.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, as shown on the latest equalized roll
at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office, is shown within Appendix C of this report.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 236 residential units within the
Willow Glen District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $67,440.18
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(62,299.55)
Total Assessment $129,739.73
Total Number of Residential Units 236
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $549.74
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $215.30
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
28.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
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when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $(62,299.55)
Revenue $50,810.80
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $67,440.18
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(0.00)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30,
2026 $(78,928.93)
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $0.00 from the Unreserved Fund Balance is the
amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum assessment
revenue.
28.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Willow Glen District has been submitted to the City Clerk in the
format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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29. LAD 38 – STONERIDGE
29.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Frontage
• Sunnyslope Road landscape area from curb to fence & curb to the sidewalk from
Ravenswood Court to Fullerton Lane
Median & Entrance
• Landscape area on the west side of Ravenswood Court at Sunnyslope Road from the first
corner to the first house
• Ravenswood
29.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $483.52
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $1,091.07
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $3,264.00
Repairs and Operating Services $897.64
Total Maintenance Costs $5,736.23
Annual Administration
Administration $615.24
County Collection Fees $5.24
Total Administration Costs $620.48
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $6,356.71
29.3 Method of Apportionment
The 19 residential units within the Stoneridge District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
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29.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 19 residential units within the
Stoneridge District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $6,356.71
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(1,958.45)
Total Assessment $8,315.16
Total Number of Residential Units 19
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $437.64
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $59.12
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
29.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $(1,958.45)
Revenue $1,123.28
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $5,549.40
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(0.00)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $(7,191.88)
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $0.00 from the Unreserved Fund Balance is the
amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum assessment
revenue.
29.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Stoneridge District has been submitted to the City Clerk in the
format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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30. LAD 39 – LANSDOWNE
30.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Landscape Area
• Landscape area from curb to 10’ behind sidewalk starting at the intersection of Dover Lane
& Lansdowne Way, extending uninterrupted to Buckingham Lane
Medians
• Roundabout at intersection of Sestri Lane & Riesling Road. It also includes two median
islands on Sestri Lane
30.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $1,618.75
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $758.99
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $8,160.00
Repairs and Operating Services $2,692.91
Total Maintenance Costs $13,230.64
Annual Administration
Administration $1,929.02
County Collection Fees $84.76
Total Administration Costs $2,013.78
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $15,244.43
30.3 Method of Apportionment
The 97 residential units within the Lansdowne District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
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30.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 97 residential units within the
Lansdowne District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $15,244.43
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(5,460.38)
Total Assessment $20,704.81
Total Number of Residential Units 97
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $213.45
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $118.25
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
30.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $(5,460.38)
Revenue $11,470.25
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $15,244.43
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(0.00)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $(9,234.56)
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $0.00 from the Unreserved Fund Balance is the
amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum assessment
revenue.
30.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Lansdowne District has been submitted to the City Clerk in the
format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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31. LAD 41 – MCNEAR LANDING
31.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Frontage
• Along Petaluma Boulevard South subdivision frontage (does not include hillside portion –
see map)
Landscape Areas
• Along the Petaluma River walkway both sides
Medians
• At both ends of intersections of McNear Circle & Petaluma Boulevard South
31.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $1,513.63
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $1,792.06
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $13,056.00
Repairs and Operating Services $2,692.91
Total Maintenance Costs $19,054.61
Annual Administration
Administration $1,874.54
County Collection Fees $121.63
Total Administration Costs $1,996.17
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $21,050.78
31.3 Method of Apportionment
The 185 residential units within the McNear Landing District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
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31.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 185 residential units within the
McNear Landing District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $21,050.78
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(16,468.94)
Total Assessment $37,519.72
Total Number of Residential Units 185
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $202.81
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $84.46
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
31.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $(16,468.94)
Revenue $15,625.10
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $21,050.78
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(0.00)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $(21,894.62)
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $0.00 from the Unreserved Fund Balance is the
amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum assessment
revenue.
31.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the McNear Landing District has been submitted to the City Clerk in
the format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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32. LAD 42 – TURNBRIDGE
32.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Frontage
• Curb to the fence between Wellington Place & Liverpool Way
Landscape Areas
• On the north side of Liverpool Way from Sonoma Mountain Parkway to the end of the park
from the curb to top of the creek bank
• On Hogwarts Circle between 917 and 919, sidewalk to park area both sides of the path
• The western edge of subdivision behind the wall near railroad tracks
• North western corner of the subdivision from Liverpool Way to the western edge of the
subdivision on both sides of Creek.
• Curb to the fence between Wellington Place & Liverpool Way
Medians
• Colabianchi Lane
• Westbury Court
32.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $2,522.72
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $2,794.99
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $16,320.00
Repairs and Operating Services $8,067.91
Total Maintenance Costs $29,705.63
Annual Administration
Administration $2,387.23
County Collection Fees $76.46
Total Administration Costs $2,463.69
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $32,169.31
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32.3 Method of Apportionment
The 78 residential units within the Turnbridge District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
32.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 78 residential units within the
Turnbridge District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $32,169.31
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(830.02)
Total Assessment $32,999.33
Total Number of Residential Units 78
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $423.07
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $145.24
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
32.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $(830.02)
Revenue $11,328.72
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $32,169.31
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(0.00)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $(21,670.61)
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $0.00 from the Unreserved Fund Balance is the
amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum assessment
revenue.
32.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Turnbridge District has been submitted to the City Clerk in the
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format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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33. LAD 43 – WASHINGTON CREEK VILLAGE
33.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Frontage
• Landscape area on East Washington Boulevard extending from east end of subdivision to
west end of the subdivision from the curb to the wall
Landscape Area
• Landscape strip on the north side of Catenacci Court from the curb to sidewalk
• Landscape area on East Washington Boulevard extending from east end of subdivision to
west end of the subdivision from the curb to the wall
Medians
• Landscape area on two medians at the end of the cul-de-sac on Catenacci Court
Washington Creek Riparian
• Creek from the back of the sidewalk of Catenacci Court to top of the bank on the south side
• Creek from wall/fence to top of the bank on the north side
33.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $4,540.90
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $3,477.13
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $9,792.00
Repairs and Operating Services $7,170.28
Total Maintenance Costs $24,980.30
Annual Administration
Administration $3,044.10
County Collection Fees $76.37
Total Administration Costs $3,120.47
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $28,100.77
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33.3 Method of Apportionment
The 37 residential units within the Washington Creek District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
33.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 37 residential units within the
Washington Creek District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $28,100.77
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(14,915.08)
Total Assessment $13,185.69
Total Number of Residential Units 37
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $356.37
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $356.37
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
33.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $15,096.81
Revenue $13,185.69
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $28,100.77
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(14,915.08)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $181.73
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $14,915.08 from the Unreserved Fund Balance
is the amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum
assessment revenue.
33.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Washington Creek District has been submitted to the City Clerk in
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the format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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34. LAD 44 – STRATFORD PLACE
34.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
Landscape Area
• Landscape area, from Casella Way to Lennox Drive between curb and Capri Creek, and
between the sidewalk and home fences Casella Way to Yorkshire Street
• Landscape area along Lennox Drive continuing from Norfolk Avenue to end of subdivision
between curb & edge of urban separator
34.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $2,669.88
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $1,660.28
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $9,792.00
Repairs and Operating Services $9,175.00
Total Maintenance Costs $23,297.16
Annual Administration
Administration $2,915.42
County Collection Fees $82.42
Total Administration Costs $2,997.84
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $26,294.99
34.3 Method of Apportionment
The 92 residential units within the Stratford Place District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
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34.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 92 residential units within the
Stratford Place District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $26,294.99
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(38,049.78)
Total Assessment $64,344.77
Total Number of Residential Units 92
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $699.40
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $132.25
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
34.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $(38,049.78)
Revenue $12,167.00
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $26,294.99
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(0.00)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $(52,177.77)
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $0.00 from the Unreserved Fund Balance is the
amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum assessment
revenue.
34.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Stratford Place District has been submitted to the City Clerk in the
format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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35.LAD 45 – SOUTHGATE
35.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include:
Turf Care:
• Active growing season (usually 6 months) – weekly mowing
• Dormant season (usually 6 months) – every other week mowing or as needed
• Quarterly organic fertilizer application
• Edging around paths as needed
• String line trimming for corners and edges as needed
• No chemical weed control.
• Annual dethatch, aeration, overseeding and compost application required for Organic
Management of turf.
Trees, Shrubs, and Ground Cover Care:
• Winter organic balanced fertilizer application (activated by rainfall)
• Trees and shrubs to be maintained in existing shape. Example – natural forms maintained in
natural form. Hedged material is maintained by hedging.
• Tree branch clearance up to 12’ over paths and walkways.
• Path clearances to be maintained for safety. Irrigated shrubs to be pruned according to schedule A.
• Periodic inspection for disease will be performed. Control applications to be performed in
accordance with City of Petaluma IPM protocols.
• Weeding performed by a mechanical device (string line trimmer) or other approved mechanism.
High Weed Mowing
Leaf Collection:
• Removal of leaves from lawns, planter beds and walkways will be completed throughout the year
as needed to maintain a clean appearance
• Within the boundaries of developed landscape areas, major fall leaf removal will be provided on
an ongoing basis until leaf drop is complete. It is not intended that all leaves will be removed from
the entire site each visit during the fall leaf pick up season.
• Undeveloped areas will be left natural or tended upon request
Hard Surfaces:
• Walkways will be mechanically cleaned of gardening debris resulting from Contractor’s
landscaping activities.
• Hard surfaces will be inspected for crack weeds, string line trimmed, then resulting debris will be
removed manually.
Replacement of Plants:
• Dead plants and those in a state of decline will be brought to the client’s attention immediately.
Replacements must be accepted by and paid for by the client unless mortality is caused by
Contractor’s negligence, or a prior agreement is binding.
Irrigation:
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• Annual spring irrigation system check for controllers will be included. All components checked
for effective operation. Adjustments will be made, and sprinkler heads flushed as needed. Any
necessary repairs will be reported to the owner’s representative along with an estimate for the
approval of the cost of repair and replacement parts unless pre-approval is not required.
• System components will be monitored as needed from April through September for proper
operation. Adjustments will be made as needed, and any necessary repairs reported to COP
representative for authorization to repair at additional cost. • Irrigation system will be shut down for
the winter by shutting off water, timer, and opening drains. Timing and duration to be determined
based on annual rainfall and reporting.
Frontage
• Landscape area on Lakeville Road from the south end of subdivision north along the wall to
end. Landscape area at the corner of Lakeville Road & Frates Road Landscape area along
Frates Road from the west end of the wall to end of subdivision including medians in the
center of Frates Road Landscape area on Ely Road from the corner of Frates Road & Ely
Road south along the wall to end of the subdivision.
Park
• Landscape & turf area in park as indicated on map and curb strip along Murrieta Street
Interior Sound Walls
35.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $4,961.35
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $11,162.27
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $69,960.00
Repairs and Operating Services $15,238.19
Total Maintenance Costs $101,321.81
Annual Administration
Administration $4,364.30
County Collection Fees $547.95
Total Administration Costs $4,912.25
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $106,234.06
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35.3 Method of Apportionment
The 216 residential units within the Southgate District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
35.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 216 residential units within the
Southgate District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $106,234.06
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(44,598.46)
Total Assessment $61,635.60
Total Number of Residential Units 216
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $285.35
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $285.35
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
35.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $133,104.44
Revenue $61,635.60
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $106,234.06
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(44,598.46)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $95,925.08
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $44,598.46 from the Unreserved Fund Balance
is the amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum
assessment revenue.
35.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Southgate District has been submitted to the City Clerk in the
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format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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36. LAD 46 – RIVERVIEW PARK
36.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance and the installation or construction of related
appurtenant facilities. Services include mechanical weed/grass reduction, shrub pruning, ground
cover pruning, and irrigation repairs, where applicable. The service area covers the following:
The maintenance of Riverview Park includes all plant material, trees, irrigation system, outdoor
furniture, play structures, and pathway upkeep.
Pedestrian Trail – as listed above
Park – as listed above
36.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for
the maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services
provided throughout the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year
2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $1,009.09
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $2,261.83
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $3,264.00
Repairs and Operating Services $1,795.28
Total Maintenance Costs $8,330.20
Annual Administration
Administration $1,249.70
County Collection Fees $37.29
Total Administration Costs $1,286.99
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $9,617.18
36.3 Method of Apportionment
The 59 residential units within the Riverview Park District receive equal special benefit from the
services provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are
divided by the total number of residential units, as follows:
Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
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36.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized
roll at the Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such
records are, by reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 59 residential units within the
Riverview Park District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $9,617.18
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(4,634.04)
Total Assessment $4,983.14
Total Number of Residential Units 59
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $84.46
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $84.46
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
36.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated
costs of maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or
when the City expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from
the County, whichever is later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $18,517.43
Revenue $4,983.14
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $9,617.18
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(3,958.36)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $13,534.29
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $4,983.14 from the Unreserved Fund Balance is
the amount needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum assessment
revenue.
36.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Riverview Park District has been submitted to the City Clerk in
the format required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an
attachment in Exhibit B. The lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County
Assessor for the current year are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this report.
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37. LAD 47 – AVILA RANCH
37.1 Description of Services
Improvements include landscape maintenance services, including, but not limited to, care of landscape plants,
replacement plantings, tree trimming as necessary, operation, maintenance and repair/replacement of irrigation
systems, mowing, vegetation removal, weed and other landscape pest control as necessary, periodic litter
removal, vandalism repair, periodic mulch replenishment, the costs of water and electricity, all in a street public
right of way; maintenance and cleaning of the underground stormwater detention pipe and maintenance and
cleaning of the stormwater treatment areas; also maintenance, repair and replacement of fence in Parcels A, B,
C, E & F.
37.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for the
maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services provided throughout
the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year 2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $1,477.59
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $6,980.30
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $16,320.00
Repairs and Operating Services $6,504.94
Total Maintenance Costs $31,282.82
Annual Administration
Administration $989.81
County Collection Fees $98.58
Total Administration Costs $1,088.40
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $32,371.22
37.3 Method of Apportionment
The 21 residential units within the Avila Ranch District receive equal special benefit from the services
provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are divided by the total
number of residential units, as follows:
Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
37.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized roll at the
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Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such records are, by
reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 21 residential units within the Avila Ranch
District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $32,371.22
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(19,409.81)
Total Assessment $12,961.19
Total Number of Residential Units 21
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $617.20
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $617.21
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
37.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated costs of
maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or when the City
expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from the County, whichever is
later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $19,993.86
Revenue $12,961.41
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $32,371.22
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(19,409.81)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $584.05
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $19,409.81 from the Unreserved Fund Balance is the amount
needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum assessment revenue.
37.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Avila Ranch District has been submitted to the City Clerk in the format
required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an attachment in Exhibit B. The
lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County Assessor for the current year are incorporated
by reference herein and made part of this report.
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38. LAD 48 – OAKS AT SUNNYSLOPE
38.1 Description of Services
The services to be provided by Sunnyslope LAD include landscape maintenance services, including, but not
limited to, care of landscape plants, replacement plantings, mulch replenishment, tree trimming, mowing,
vegetation removal, weed and other landscape pest control, litter removal, vandalism repair,
operation/maintenance/repair/replacement of irrigation systems, the costs of water and electricity, all in a public
street right-of-way.
38.2 Estimate of Costs
The estimate of costs has been prepared by City staff based upon the plans and specifications for the
maintenance and operation of the services, as well as the historical costs of similar services provided throughout
the City. The following table shows the estimated costs for Fiscal Year 2025/26:
DESCRIPTION
COST
ESTIMATE
Maintenance
Labor Costs (Employee Hours) $1,198.29
Utilities (Electricity & Water) $0.00
General Contract Services (Dibble Landscaping) $1,080.94
Repairs and Operating Services $5,232.46
Total Maintenance Costs $7,511.70
Annual Administration
Administration $770.96
County Collection Fees $125.82
Total Administration Costs $896.77
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS $8,408.47
38.3 Method of Apportionment
The 18 residential units within the Oaks at Sunnyslope District receive equal special benefit from the services
provided. In order to determine the assessment per unit, the total estimated costs are divided by the total
number of residential units, as follows:
Total Estimated Costs / Total Number of Residential Units = Assessment per Unit
38.4 Fiscal Year 2025/26 Assessment
The amount of the total assessment apportioned to each parcel, will show on the latest equalized roll at the
Sonoma County Assessor’s Office.
The description of each parcel is part of the records of the Sonoma County Assessor and such records are, by
reference, made part of this report.
Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 are to be levied upon the 18 residential units within the Oaks at
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Sunnyslope District as follows:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Total Estimated Costs $8,408.47
Operating Unreserved Contribution $(0.00)
Total Assessment $8,408.47
Total Number of Residential Units 18
Full Cost Recovery Assessment per Residential Unit (1) $467.14
Fiscal Year 2025/26 Levy Per Residential Unit $858.17
(1) The total amount each parcel owner would need to pay for the estimated FY25/26 costs, plus any
remaining pre-existing district funding deficit.
38.5 Fund Balance
It is the intent of the City to maintain an Operating Reserve which shall not exceed the estimated costs of
maintenance and servicing of the improvements prior to December 10 of the fiscal year, or when the City
expects to receive its apportionment of special assessments and tax collections from the County, whichever is
later. The reserve balance information for the District is as follows:
FY 2025/26
Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2025 $25,670.78
Revenue $15,447.06
Expenses (Including contributions to reserves) $8,408.47
Contribution From Unreserved Fund Balance (1) $(0.00)
Estimated Unreserved Fund Balance June 30, 2026 $32,709.37
(1) The FY 2025/26 contribution of $8,408.47 from the Unreserved Fund Balance is the amount
needed to cover the difference in expenses and maximum assessment revenue.
38.6 Assessment Diagram
The Assessment Diagram for the Oaks at Sunnyslope District has been submitted to the City Clerk in the format
required under the provisions of the 1972 Act and is made part of this report as an attachment in Exhibit B. The
lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Sonoma County Assessor for the current year are incorporated
by reference herein and made part of this report.
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