Williamson Act Property Tax Impact
Summary
The county's policy (Resolution 12-050) forces landowners with conservation easements off Williamson Act contracts, costing the Hansons about $2,300 more in taxes. The family and Farm Advisor asked the board to revisit paragraph 2G; the board instead upheld the non-renewal 3-2.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $2,293.65 in additional taxes for the Hanson family, of which roughly $400 would flow to the county.
County tax rolls gain a small amount; state gains more.
Ranching families who hold conservation easements and lose Williamson Act protections.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Supervisors (Special) — September 16, 2026
Supervisor Albaugh questioned what the county loses in property tax revenue because Williamson Act contracts assess farmland at roughly 40% of normal value. The Assessor's office offered to prepare an estimate.
Board of Supervisors — January 27, 2026
The county's policy (Resolution 12-050) forces landowners with conservation easements off Williamson Act contracts, costing the Hansons about $2,300 more in taxes. The family and Farm Advisor asked the board to revisit paragraph 2G; the board instead upheld the non-renewal 3-2.
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