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Lighting and Landscaping District Assessments

Summary

The council confirmed annual assessment rates for lighting and landscaping maintenance districts for fiscal year 2026-27, keeping residential rates steady while funding general fund transfers to cover operating shortfalls.

At a glance

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Last discussed Jul 21, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

District 1 standard single-family parcel assessment remains at $70.44, with general fund transfers of $50,000 for trees and $1.15 million for medians.

✅Who benefits

Residents in assessed districts who receive ongoing landscaping and street lighting maintenance.

⚠️Who could be affected

Taxpayers citywide contributing to general fund subsidies for district maintenance deficits.

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