City Council Vote on Stormwater Fee Increases

Original title: ADOPT A RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE SUBMISSION OF PROPOSITION 218 BALLOTS FOR CITY-OWNED PARCELS AND CASTING AFFIRMATIVE VOTES IN SUPPORT OF THE PROPOSED STORMWATER RATE ADJUSTMENTS

Record date · April 28, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The City Council is considering a resolution to formally cast 'yes' votes on behalf of the city for proposed stormwater rate increases. This action applies to properties owned by the city that are subject to ballot procedures.

Why it matters

The city is using its authority as a property owner to support a rate increase that will affect the stormwater fees paid by all property owners in the city.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

City property owners

Property owners are subject to the proposed stormwater rate adjustments if the ballot measure passes.

Directly affected

City Council

The Council is exercising its voting rights as a property owner to influence the outcome of the rate adjustment ballot.

Key Facts

The City Council is directing the submission of Proposition 218 ballots for city-owned parcels.
The resolution mandates casting affirmative (yes) votes for proposed stormwater rate adjustments.
The action is categorized as a 'Consent' item, typically reserved for routine or non-controversial business.
The resolution was introduced on March 24, 2026.

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The file identifier for this legislative action is 26-0376.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Proposition 218 ballot?

Under California law, requires local governments to hold a vote among property owners before increasing certain property-related fees, such as stormwater charges.

Why is the city voting on its own stormwater rates?

The city owns various parcels of land within its jurisdiction; as a property owner, it is entitled to cast ballots on proposed fee changes that affect those properties.

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