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COLUSA
LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION COMMISSION (LAFCo)
COLUSA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICTS MUNICIPAL SERVICE REVIEWS (MSR)
AND SPHERE OF INFLUENCE (SOI) UPDATES
Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District Bear Valley-Indian Valley Fire Protection District Maxwell Fire Protection District Princeton Fire Protection District Sacramento River Fire Protection District Williams Fire Protection Authority City of Colusa Glenn-Colusa Fire Protection District
November 2020
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 2 COLUSA COUNTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 3 ARBUCKLE-COLLEGE CITY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 4 BEAR VALLEY-INDIAN VALLEY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 5 MAXWELL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 6 PRINCETON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 7 SACRAMENTO RIVER FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 8 WILLIAMS FIRE PROTECTION AUTHORITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 9 CITY OF COLUSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102 10 GLENN-COLUSA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 APPENDIX A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
ABBREVIATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
DEFINITIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
SOURCES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
PREPARERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
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1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCo) History This report is prepared pursuant to State legislation enacted in 2000 that requires Colusa LAFCo to complete a comprehensive review of municipal service delivery and update the spheres of influence (SOIs) of all agencies under LAFCo’s jurisdiction. This chapter provides an overview of LAFCo’s history, powers and responsibilities. It discusses the origins and legal requirements for preparation of a Service Review commonly referred to as a Municipal Service Review (MSR). Finally, the chapter reviews the process for MSR review, MSR approval and SOI updates. After World War II, California experienced dramatic growth in population and economic development. With this boom came a demand for housing, jobs and public services. To accommodate this demand, many new local government agencies were formed, often with little forethought as to the ultimate governance structures within a given region. A lack of coordination and adequate planning led to a multitude of overlapping, inefficient jurisdictional and service area boundaries, many of which resulted in the premature conversion of California’s agricultural and open-space lands and duplication of services. Recognizing this problem, in 1959, Governor Edmund G. Brown, Sr. appointed the Commission on Metropolitan Area Problems. The Commission's charge was to study and make recommendations on the "misuse of land resources" and the growing complexity of local governmental jurisdictions. The Commission's recommendations on local governmental reorganization were introduced in the Legislature in 1963; resulting in the creation of a Local Agency Formation Commission, or "LAFCo," operating in every county. LAFCo was formed as a countywide agency to discourage urban sprawl and to encourage the orderly formation and development of local government agencies within its jurisdiction. LAFCo is responsible for coordinating logical and timely changes in local governmental boundaries; including annexations and detachments of territory, incorporations of cities, formations of special districts, and consolidations, mergers and dissolutions of districts, as well as reviewing ways to reorganize, simplify, and streamline governmental structure. The Commission's efforts are focused on ensuring services are provided efficiently and economically while agricultural and open-space lands are protected or conserved to the extent possible. To better inform itself and the in compliance with the State Law; LAFCo conducts MSR’s to evaluate the provision of municipal services for service providers within its jurisdiction. LAFCo regulates, through approval, denial, conditions and modification, boundary changes proposed by public agencies or individual voters and landowners. It also regulates the extension of public services by cities and special districts outside their boundaries. LAFCo is empowered to initiate updates to the SOIs and proposals involving the dissolution, consolidation or formation of special districts, establishment of subsidiary districts, and any reorganization including such actions. Where LAFCo is not given specific authority, LAFCo actions must originate as petitions from affected voters or landowners, or by resolutions by affected cities or special districts.
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A Plan for Services is required in Government Code Section 56653. A Plan for Services must include the following information: An enumeration and description of services to be provided, the level and range of those services, an indication of how those services are to be extended into the territory, an indication of any improvements or upgrading of structures, Information on how the services are to be financed. 1.2 Preparation of the MSR Research for this Municipal Service Review (MSR) was conducted during the fall of 2018. This MSR is intended to support preparation and update of Spheres of Influence, in accordance with the provisions of the Cortese-Knox-Hertzberg Act. The objectives of this Municipal Service Review (MSR) are as follows:
• To develop recommendations that will promote more efficient and higher quality service options and patterns
• To identify areas for service improvement
• To assess the adequacy of service provision as it relates to determination of
appropriate sphere boundaries While LAFCo prepared the MSR document, given budgetary constraints, LAFCo did not engage the services of experts in engineering, hydrology, geology, water quality, fire protection, accounting or other specialists in related fields, but relied upon published reports and available information. Insofar there is conflicting or inconclusive information LAFCo staff may recommend the district retain a licensed professional or expert in a particular field for an opinion. Therefore, this MSR reflects LAFCo’s recommendations, based on available information during the research period and provided by District staff to assist in its determinations related to promoting more efficient and higher quality service patterns; identifying areas for service improvement; and assessing the adequacy of service provision by the fire protection agencies in Colusa County. Additional information on local government funding issues in found in Appendix A at the end of this report. 1.3 Role and Responsibility of LAFCo Local Agency Formation Commissions (LAFCos) in California are independent agencies created by the California Legislature in 1963 for the purpose of encouraging the orderly formation of local government agencies and conserving and preserving natural resources. The Cortese-Knox-Hertzberg Local Government Reorganization Act of 2000 (Government Code §56000 et seq.) is the statutory authority for the preparation of an MSR, and periodic updates of the Sphere of Influence (SOI) of each local agency. LAFCos are responsible for coordinating logical and timely changes in local governmental boundaries, conducting special studies that review ways to reorganize, simplify, and streamline governmental structure, preparing a review of services called a MSR, and preparing a SOI thereby determining the future “probable” boundary for each city and special district within each county.
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The Commission's efforts are directed toward seeing that services are provided efficiently and economically while agricultural and open-space lands are protected. Often citizens are confused as to what LAFCo’s role is. LAFCos do not have enforcement authority nor do they have the authority to initiate a city or district annexation or detachment proceeding. LAFCos may initiate consolidation or dissolution proceedings; however, these proceedings are subject to the voter approval or denial. The Legislature has given LAFCos the authority to modify any proposal before it to ensure the protection of agricultural and open space resources, discourage urban sprawl and promote orderly boundaries and the provision of adequate services. The Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR) has issued Guidelines for the preparation of a MSR. This MSR adheres to the procedures set forth in OPR’s MSR Guidelines. A SOI is a plan for the probable physical boundaries and service area of a local agency, as determined by the affected Local Agency Formation Commission (Government Code §56076). Government Code §56425(f) requires that each SOI be updated not less than every five years, and §56430 provides that a MSR shall be conducted in advance of the SOI update. 1.4 Municipal Services Review Requirements Effective January 1, 2001 and subsequently amended, LAFCo is required to conduct a review of municipal services provided in the county by region, sub-region or other designated geographic area, as appropriate, for the service or services to be reviewed, and prepare a written statement of determination with respect to each of the following six topics (Government Code §56430):
1. Growth and population projections for the affected area
2. The location and characteristics of any disadvantaged unincorporated communities (DUC) within or contiguous to the sphere of influence
3. Present and planned capacity of public facilities and adequacy of public services,
including infrastructure needs or deficiencies
4. Financial ability of agencies to provide services
5. Status of, and opportunities for shared facilities
6. Accountability for community service needs, including governmental structure and operational efficiencies
1.5 Municipal Services Review Process For local agencies, the MSR process involves the following steps:
1. Outreach: LAFCo outreach and explanation of the project
2. Data Discovery: provide documents and respond to LAFCo questions
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3. Map Review: review and comment on LAFCo draft map of the agency’s boundary and sphere of influence
4. Profile Review: internal review and comment on LAFCo draft profile of the
agency
5. Public Review Draft MSR: review and comment on LAFCo draft MSR
6. LAFCo Hearing: attend and provide public comments on MSR MSRs are exempt from California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to §15262 (feasibility or planning studies) or §15306 (information collection) of the CEQA Guidelines. LAFCo’s actions to adopt MSR determinations are not considered “projects” subject to CEQA. The MSR process does not require LAFCo to initiate changes of organization based on service review findings, only that LAFCo identify potential government structure options. However, LAFCo, other local agencies, and the public may subsequently use the determinations to analyze prospective changes of organization or reorganization or to establish or amend SOIs. Within its legal authorization, LAFCo may act with respect to a recommended change of organization or reorganization on its own initiative (e.g., certain types of consolidations), or in response to a proposal (i.e., initiated by resolution or petition by landowners or registered voters). Once LAFCo has adopted the MSR determinations, it must update the SOI for each jurisdiction. The LAFCo Commission determines and adopts the spheres of influence for each agency. A CEQA determination is made by LAFCo on a case-by-case basis for each sphere of influence action and each change of organization, once the proposed project characteristics are sufficiently identified to assess environmental impacts. 1.6 Sphere Of Influence Update Process The Commission is charged with developing and updating the Sphere of Influence (SOI) for each city and special district within the county.1 An SOI is a LAFCo-approved plan that designates an agency’s probable future boundary and service area. Spheres are planning tools used to provide guidance for individual boundary change proposals and are intended to encourage efficient provision of organized community services and prevent duplication of service delivery. Territory cannot be annexed by LAFCo to a city or district unless it is within that agency's sphere. The purposes of the SOI include the following:
• to ensure the efficient provision of services
• to discourage urban sprawl and premature conversion of agricultural and open space lands
• to prevent overlapping jurisdictions and duplication of services
1 The initial statutory mandate, in 1971, imposed for no deadline for completing sphere designations. When most LAFCos failed to act, 1984 legislation required all LAFCos to establish spheres of influence by 1985.
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LAFCo may not directly regulate land use, dictate internal operations or administration of any local agency, or set rates. LAFCo is empowered to enact policies that indirectly affect land use decisions. On a regional level, LAFCo promotes logical and orderly development of communities as it considers and decides individual proposals. LAFCo has a role in reconciling differences between agency plans so that the most efficient urban service arrangements are created for the benefit of current and future area residents and property owners. The Cortese-Knox-Hertzberg (CKH) Act requires LAFCos to develop and determine the SOI of each local governmental agency within its jurisdiction and to review and update the SOI every five years, as necessary. LAFCos are empowered to adopt, update and amend a SOI. They may do so with or without an application. Any interested person may submit an application proposing an SOI amendment. While SOIs are required to be updated every five years, as necessary, this does not necessarily define the planning horizon of the SOI. The term or horizon of the SOI is determined by each LAFCo. LAFCo may recommend government reorganizations to particular agencies in the county, using the SOIs as the basis for those recommendations. In determining the SOI, LAFCo is required to complete an MSR and adopt the six determinations previously discussed. In addition, in adopting or amending an SOI, LAFCo must make the following five determinations as required in Government Code section 56425(c):
1. Present and planned land uses in the area, including agricultural and open-space lands
2. Present and probable need for public facilities and services in the area
3. Present capacity of public facilities and adequacy of public service that the
agency provides or is authorized to provide
4. Existence of any social or economic communities of interest in the area if the Commission determines these are relevant to the agency
5. For an update of an SOI of a city or special district that provides public facilities
or services related to sewers, municipal and industrial water, or structural fire protection, the present and probable need for those public facilities and services of any disadvantaged unincorporated communities within the existing sphere of influence.2
The CKH Act stipulates several procedural requirements in updating SOIs. It requires cities to file written statements on the class of services to be provided and LAFCo must clearly establish the location, nature and extent of services provided by special districts. By statute, LAFCo must notify affected agencies 21 days before holding the public hearing to consider the SOI and may not update the SOI until after that hearing. The LAFCo Executive Officer must issue a report including recommendations on the SOI
2 California Government Code Section 56425 (e)(5)
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amendments and updates under consideration at least five days before the public hearing. 1.7 Possible Approaches to the Sphere of Influence LAFCo may recommend government reorganizations to particular agencies in the county, using the SOIs as the basis for those recommendations. Based on review of the guidelines of Colusa LAFCo as well as other LAFCos in the State, various conceptual approaches have been identified from which to choose in designating an SOI. These seven approaches are explained below: 1) Coterminous Sphere: A Coterminous Sphere means that the Sphere of Influence for a city or special district that is the same as its existing boundaries of the city or district. 2) Annexable Sphere: A sphere larger than the agency’s boundaries identifies areas the agency is expected to annex. The annexable area is outside the district boundaries and inside the sphere of influence. 3) Detachable Sphere: A sphere that is smaller than the agency’s boundaries identifies areas the agency is expected to detach. The detachable area is the area within the agency bounds but not within its sphere of influence. 4) Zero Sphere: A zero sphere indicates the affected agency’s public service functions should be reassigned to another agency and the agency should be dissolved or combined with one or more other agencies. 5) Consolidated Sphere: A consolidated sphere includes two or more local agencies and indicates the agencies should be consolidated into one agency. 6) Limited Service Sphere: A limited service sphere is the territory included within the SOI of a multi-service provider agency that is also within the boundary of a limited purpose district which provides the same service (e.g., fire protection), but not all needed services. Territory designated as a limited service SOI may be considered for annexation to the limited purpose agency without detachment from the multi-service provider. This type of SOI is generally adopted when the following conditions exist: a) The limited service provider is providing adequate, cost effective and efficient
services b) The multi-service agency is the most logical provider of the other services c) There is no feasible or logical SOI alternative
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d) Inclusion of the territory is in the best interests of local government organization and structure in the area
Government Code §56001 specifically recognizes that in rural areas it may be appropriate to establish limited purpose agencies to serve an area rather than a single service provider, if multiple limited purpose agencies are better able to provide efficient services to an area rather than one service district. Moreover, Government Code Section §56425(i), governing sphere determinations, also authorizes a sphere for less than all of the services provided by a district by requiring a district affected by a sphere action to “establish the nature, location, and extent of any functions of classes of services provided by existing districts” recognizing that more than one district may serve an area and that a given district may provide less than its full range of services in an area. 1.8 Description of Public Participation Process The LAFCo proceedings are subject to the provisions of California’s open meeting law, the Ralph M. Brown Act (Government Code Sections 54950 et seq.). The Brown Act requires advance posting of meeting agendas and contains various other provisions designed to ensure that the public has adequate access to information regarding the proceedings of public boards and commissions. Colusa LAFCo complies with the requirements of the Brown Act. The State MSR Guidelines provide that all LAFCos should encourage and provide multiple public participation opportunities in the MSR process. 1.9 Fire Protection Issues The following is a general discussion of fire protection issues including Mutual Aid, Dispatch, Response Time, Staffing and Water Supply: 1.9.1 Mutual Aid Issues Most of the fire protection and EMS providers primarily serve their own jurisdictions. Given the critical need for rapid response, however, there are extensive mutual aid efforts that cross jurisdictional boundaries. Mutual aid refers to reciprocal service provided under a mutual aid agreement, a pre-arranged plan and contract between agencies for reciprocal assistance upon request by the first-response agency. In addition, the jurisdictions rely on automatic aid primarily for coverage of areas with street access limitations and freeways. Automatic aid refers to reciprocal service provided under an automatic aid agreement, a prearranged plan or contract between agencies for an automatic response for service with no need for a request to be made. 1.9.2 Fire and EMS Dispatch Issues Dispatch for fire and medical calls is increasingly becoming regionalized and specialized. This increased regionalization and specialization is motivated by the following factors:
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1) Constituents increasingly expect emergency medical dispatching (EMD), which involves over-the-phone medical procedure instructions to the 911 caller and requires specialized staff.
2) Paramedics increasingly rely on EMD, which also involves preparing the
paramedic enroute for the type of medical emergency and procedures. 3) Dispatch technology and protocols have become increasingly complex. 4) Modern technology has enabled better measurement and regulatory oversight of
fire department (FD) response times, and increased pressure for FDs to meet response time guidelines.
5) FDs need standard communication protocols due to their reliance on mutual aid. 6) Dispatching of calls from cell phones is particularly inefficient due to multiple
transfers, length of time the caller spends on hold and lack of location information. Response times are further delayed when callers that are unfamiliar with the area are unable to describe rural locations to the dispatch personnel.
7) All new cell phones are now equipped with GPS; however, it will take a few years
for all old phones to be replaced by phones with GPS capability and/or construction of specialized cell phone towers.
8) NFPA recommends a 60-second standard for dispatch time, the time between
the placement of the 911 call and the notification of the emergency responders. The Center for Public Safety Excellence recommends a 50-second benchmark for dispatch time.
9) There are clear economies of scale in providing modern fire and medical
dispatch services. 1.9.3 Fire and EMS Response Time Issues Response times reflect the time elapsed between the dispatch of personnel and the arrival of the first responder on the scene. For fire and paramedic service, there are service standards relating to response times, dispatch times, staffing, and water flow. Particularly in cases involving patients who have stopped breathing or are suffering from heart attacks, the chances of survival improve when the patient receives medical care quickly. Similarly, a quick fire suppression response can potentially prevent a structure fire from reaching the “flashover” point at which very rapid fire spreading occurs—generally in less than 10 minutes.3 The guideline established by the National Fire Protection Association4 (NFPA) for fire response times is six minutes at least 90 percent of the
3 NFPA Standard 1710, 2004. 4 The National Fire Protection Association is a non-profit association of fire chiefs, firefighters, manufacturers and consultants.
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time,5 with response time measured from the 911-call time to the arrival time of the first-responder at the scene.6 1.9.4 Fire Protection Staffing Issues For structure fires, NFPA recommends that the response team include 14 personnel—a commander, five water supply line operators, a two-person search and rescue team, a two-person ventilation team, a two-person initial rapid intervention crew, and two support people. The NFPA guidelines require fire departments to establish overall staffing levels to meet response time standards, and to consider the hazard to human life, firefighter safety, potential property loss, and the firefighting approach. NFPA recommends that each engine, ladder or truck company be staffed by four on-duty firefighters, and that at least four firefighters (two in and two out), each with protective clothing and respiratory protection, be on scene to initiate fire-fighting inside a structure. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standard requires that when two firefighters enter a structure fire, two will remain on the outside to assist in rescue activities.7 For emergency medical response with advanced life support needs, NFPA recommends the response team include two paramedics and two basic-level emergency medical technicians. 1.9.5 Firefighter Certification According to the California State Fire Marshal, all volunteer and call firefighters must acquire Firefighter I certification; however, there is no time limit as to how long they may work before attaining certification. Firefighter I certification requires completion of the 259–hour Firefighter I course, which includes training on various fire ground tasks, rescue operations, fire prevention and investigation techniques, and inspection and maintenance of equipment. In addition to the course, Firefighter I certification also requires that the applicant have a minimum of six months of volunteer or call experience in a California fire department as a firefighter performing suppression duties.8 1.9.6 Fire Protection Water Supply Issues For structure fires, NFPA recommends the availability of an uninterrupted water supply for 30 minutes with enough pressure to apply at least 400 gallons of water per minute. 1.9.7 Planning and Management Pre-planning for future capital improvement needs is considered a best management practice, which is recommended for all public agencies regardless of size. Fire protection districts should have a formal capital improvement plan (CIP). CIPs can be tailored to 5 Commission on Fire Accreditation International, 2000. 6 Guideline for a full structure fire is response within ten minutes by a 12-15 person response team at least 90 percent of the time. 7 United States, 29 CFR 1910.134. 8 State Fire Marshall, Course Information and Required Materials, 2007, p. 44.
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the needs of the agency, but should include a list of anticipated replacement and improvement needs with an anticipated timeline for completion and a financial plan for achieving those goals. It is recommended that a CIP have a planning horizon of at least five years and be updated annually to reflect current conditions. 1.9.8 Disadvantaged Unincorporated Communities (DUCs) On October 7, 2011, Governor Brown signed SB 244, which makes two principal changes to the Cortese-Knox-Hertzberg Local Government Reorganization Act of 2000. SB 244 requires LAFCos to: (1) deny any application to annex to a city territory that is contiguous to a disadvantaged unincorporated community (DUC) unless a second application is submitted to annex the disadvantaged community as well; and (2) evaluate disadvantaged unincorporated communities in a municipal service review (MSR) upon the next update of a sphere of influence after June 30, 2012. The intent of the statute is to encourage investment in disadvantaged unincorporated communities that often lack basic infrastructure by mandating cities and LAFCos to include them in land use planning. SB 244 defines disadvantaged unincorporated community as any area with 12 or more registered voters, or as determined by commission policy, where the median household income is less than 80 percent of the statewide annual median. SB 244 also requires LAFCos to consider disadvantaged unincorporated communities when developing spheres of influence. Upon the next update of a sphere of influence on or after July 1, 2012, SB 244 requires LAFCo to include in an MSR (in preparation of a sphere of influence update): 1) The location and characteristics of any disadvantaged unincorporated
communities within or contiguous to the sphere; and 2) The present and planned capacity of public facilities, adequacy of public
services and infrastructure needs or deficiencies including needs or deficiencies related to sewers, municipal and industrial water, and structural fire protection in any disadvantaged unincorporated community within or contiguous to the sphere of influence.
In determining spheres of influence, SB 244 authorizes LAFCo to assess the feasibility of and recommend reorganization and consolidation of local agencies to further orderly development and improve the efficiency and affordability of infrastructure and service delivery.
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2 COLUSA COUNTY 2.1 Colusa County Background Colusa County is one of the original counties of California, created in 1850 at the time of statehood. Parts of the county's territory were given to Tehama County in 1856 and to Glenn County in 1891. Colusa County has a land mass of 1150 square miles, with only 6 square miles of water. Most of the valley is good crop land, while the foothills are largely used for grazing or recreation. The western portion of the county is defined by the Coastal Mountain Range. The County was named after the 1844 Rancho Colus Mexican land grant to John Bidwell. The name of the county in the original state legislative act of 1850 was spelled Colusi, and often in newspapers was spelled Coluse. The word is derived from the name of a Native American tribe living on the west side of the Sacramento River. There are two incorporated cities in Colusa County: Colusa and Williams. There are seven census-designated places within the County: Arbuckle, College City, Grimes, Lodoga, Maxwell, Princeton and Stonyford. As of the 2010 census, the Colusa County population was 21,419. According to the State Department of Finance Colusa County’s population as of January 1, 2019 was 22,117. Agriculture is a vital component of the local economy. The major crops are rice, almonds, and processing tomatoes. The University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) has a Colusa County office and manages the Nickels Soil Laboratory in Arbuckle. This is a resource that most county cooperative extension offices do not have, but it has provided important applied research and extension opportunities for the tree crops programs throughout the State.9 According to the 2017 Crop Report,10
Agriculture continues to be Colusa County’s major producing industry. The 2017 gross production value for agriculture was $883,580,000. This represents an increase of $91,916,000 when compared to 2016 production values of $791,664,000. The gross value for almonds in the amount of $307,238,000 exceeded the value of rice at $211,140,000 as the top commodity. Walnuts, processing tomatoes and miscellaneous fruit and vegetable crops were three, four and five respectively. Gross value of the top five commodities accounted for approximately 77% of the total gross value of commodities within Colusa County.
There are five national protected areas within Colusa County as follows:
• Butte Sink National Wildlife Refuge (part) • Colusa National Wildlife Refuge • Delevan National Wildlife Refuge • Mendocino National Forest (part)
9 UC Cooperative Extension, http://cecolusa.ucanr.edu/, March 18, 2014. 10 2017 Colusa County Crop Report, COLUSA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE GREG HINTON AGRICULTURAL COMMISSIONER/SEALER OF WEIGHTS AND MEASURES 100 SUNRISE BLVD., SUITE F, COLUSA, CALIFORNIA 95932 (530) 458-0580.
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• Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge (Part) There are eight Fire Protection and EMS agencies in Colusa County Agency Name Area in District in Acres BearValley/IndianValleyFPD 36,657.94ArbuckleCityCollegeFPD 87,941.05Glenn/ColusaFPD 18,126.59MaxwellFPD 133,543.43PrincetonFPD 15,153.78SacramentoRiverFPD 123,514.15WilliamsRural&CityFPDJPA 178,619.52CityofColusaBoundary 2071.91
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A Map of Colusa County’s Fire Protection agencies is below:
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Colusa County Fire Protection Districtswith Colusa/Glenn Joint Fire Protection Districts
Fire Protection District AcreageBear Valley/Indian Valley (JT) FPD 75726.70Arbuckle City College FPD 87941.05Glenn/Colusa (JT) FPD 62641.46Maxwell FPD 133543.43Princeton FPD 15153.78Sacramento River FPD 123514.15Williams FPD 178619.52
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2.2 Colusa County Population Data11 The following table shows that Colusa County has increased in population but considerably less than the State of California.
Population Growth California Colusa County Population estimates, January 1, 2020 39,586,653 21,902
Population estimates base, January 1, 2010 37,253,956 21,419
Population, percent change -Jan 1, 2010 to Jan 1, 2020 6.26% 2.25% The table below shows that Colusa County has a greater percentage of younger people than the State of California. However, Colusa County also has a greater percentage of elderly people than the State. This will have an impact on fire departments because fewer people will be in the age groups to serve as volunteer fire fighters and more elderly people will mean more medical calls.
Age and Sex California Colusa County Persons under 5 years, percent 6.3% 7.2%
Persons under 18 years, percent 22.9% 27.5%
Persons 65 years and over, percent 13.9% 14.3%
Female persons, percent 50.3% 48.8% The following table shows that education levels are lower in Colusa County than they are for the State of California as a whole. This could have an adverse impact on the number of people available to serve as volunteer fire fighters.
Education California Colusa County High school graduate or higher, percent of persons age 25 years+, 2012-2016 82.1% 68.1%
Bachelor's degree or higher, percent of persons age 25 years+, 2012-2016 32.0% 14.4%
The following table shows that Colusa County also has more people with disabilities and more people with no health insurance than the State of California. This could also have an adverse impact on the number of people willing or able to serve as volunteer fire fighters.
11 US Census Bureau, www.census.gov/quickfacts/fact/table, November 12, 2018. U.S. Department of Commerce
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Health California Colusa County With a disability, under age 65 years, percent, 2012-2016 6.8% 9.3%
Persons without health insurance, under age 65 years, percent 8.1% 10.7%
The following table shows the Median Household Income for the State and for Colusa County. The Median Household Income for Colusa County is slightly lower than 80% of that for the State of California which is slightly below the percentage for designating an area a DUC (Disadvantaged Unincorporated Community). While the per capita income in Colusa County is less than that for the State of California, the percentage of persons in poverty remains slightly less.
Poverty California Colusa County
Median household income in 2018 dollars $71,228 $56,704
Per capita income in past 12 months (in 2018 dollars), 2014-2018 $35,021 $27,336
Persons in poverty, percent 11.8% 11% Ethnicity (2020) White (non-hispanic) 7,499 Black (non-hispanic) 164 American Indian or Alaska Naitve (non-hispanic) 317 Asian (non-hispanic) 277 Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander (non-hispanic) 52 Multiracial (non-hispanic) 229 Hispanic (any race) 5,532 2.3 Additional Fire Protection Services In addition to the fire protection districts in Colusa County, fire protection and emergency medical services are also provided by the following agencies: Federal Agencies: 1. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) 2. National Forest Service State Agency: California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CALFIRE)
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3 ARBUCKLE-COLLEGE CITY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT 3.1 Arbuckle-College City Community Background Census data for the total area included in the Arbuckle-College City FPD is not available but data for Arbuckle and for College City will be shown below. There are three churches located in Arbuckle:
*Arbuckle Community Church, 700 Hillgate Road, Arbuckle, CA 95912, PH: 530-476-2777
*Holy Cross Catholic Church, 412 Laurel St, Arbuckle, CA 95912,
Phone: (530) 473-2432 *Arbuckle United Methodist Church, 9th St & Pendleton, Arbuckle, CA 95912
Phone: (530) 476-2515 Schools in Arbuckle include the following: Arbuckle Elementary School, Public · K-5, 701 Hall St, Arbuckle, CA 95912 Lloyd G. Johnson Junior High School, Public · 6-8, 938 Wildwood Rd, Arbuckle, CA 95912 Pierce High School, Public · 9-12, 960 Wildwood Rd, Arbuckle, CA 95912 3.1.1 Arbuckle Arbuckle is a census-designated place (CDP) with a population of 3,028 at the 2010 census, up from 2,332 at the 2000 census. Arbuckle is situated in the southerly portion of Colusa County, approximately 20 miles southwest of the City of Colusa, the county seat. The town is characterized by single-family residences, multiple-family units, some mobile homes, and commercial activities. Land surrounding Arbuckle is mostly agriculture including cultivated annual crops, and both active and unmaintained orchards. Regional access is provided by the north-south running Interstate 5. Tacitus R. Arbuckle initially established a ranch here in 1866. The railroad came in 1875 and the town was founded and named for Arbuckle, on whose land it was built. The post office was established the following year, 1876.12
12 Durham, David L. (1998). California's Geographic Names: A Gazetteer of Historic and Modern Names of the State. Clovis, Calif.: Word Dancer Press. p. 444. ISBN 1-884995-
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The 2010 Census reported that Arbuckle had a population of 3,028. There were 868 households, out of which 481 (55.4%) had children under the age of 18 living in them, 122 households (14.1%) were made up of individuals and 70 (8.1%) had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The remaining households were two or more people living together. The average household size was 3.49. There were 720 families (82.9% of all households); the average family size was 3.80. The population was spread out in age as follows:
ARBUCKLE AGE DISTRIBUTION 2010 AGE PEOPLE PERCENTAGE Under the age of 18 982 people 32.4% Aged 18 to 24 356 people 11.8% Aged 25 to 44 824 people 27.2% Aged 45 to 64 635 people 21.0% 65 years of age or older 231 people 7.6% TOTAL 3,028 people 100.0% The median age was 28.3 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.8 males. There were 937 housing units in Arbuckle of which 868 were occupied, with 547 (63.0%) owner-occupied, and 321 (37.0%) occupied by renters. The homeowner vacancy rate was 4.0%; the rental vacancy rate was 2.7%. There were 1,899 people (62.7% of the population) living in owner-occupied housing units and 1,129 people (37.3%) living in rental housing units. 3.1.2 College City College City is a census designated place. It lies at an elevation of 72 feet above sea level. The post office was established in 1873. Pierce Christian College located to the town on land willed to the college by Andrew Pierce, in 1875 but subsequently left in 1896; its facilities were taken over by the local high school district. Currently, there is no college in College City.13 The 2010 Census reported that College City had a population of 290 living in 92 households out of which 44 (47.8%) had children under the age of 18 living in them, 13 households (14.1%) were made up of individuals and 7 (7.6%) had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The remaining households were two or more people living together. The average household size was 3.15. There were 79 families (85.9% of all households); the average family size was 3.41.
13 Durham, David L. (1998). California's Geographic Names: A Gazetteer of Historic and Modern Names of the State. Clovis, Calif.: Word Dancer Press. p. 468. ISBN 1-884995-14-4.
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The population was spread out in age as follows:
COLLEGE CITY AGE DISTRIBUTION 2010 AGE PEOPLE PERCENTAGE Under the age of 18 84 people 29.0% Aged 18 to 24 24 people 8.3% Aged 25 to 44 69 people 23.8% Aged 45 to 64 74 people 25.5% 65 years of age or older 39 people 13.4% TOTAL 290 people 100.0% The median age was 36.0 years. For every 100 females, there were 113.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 110.2 males. There were 102 housing units of which 92 were occupied, of which 64 (69.6%) were owner-occupied, and 28 (30.4%) were occupied by renters. The homeowner vacancy rate was 1.5%; the rental vacancy rate was 9.7%. There were 193 people (66.6% of the population) living in owner-occupied housing units and 97 people (33.4%) living in rental housing units. 3.2 Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District 3.2.1 History of Arbuckle College City Fire Protection District Prior to the formation of a Fire District, the Arbuckle Volunteer Fire Department was formed in 1918.14 The College City Fire Department joined with the Arbuckle Fire Department in 1928 to form a Fire District. The following history of the Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District is provided by the Colusa County Auditor:15
On July 9, 1928, the Colusa County Board of Supervisors called for an election to be held on July 21, 1928, for the formation of a county fire protection district. On August 6, 1928, the Board of Supervisors formed the Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District under the provisions for Act #2583 Deering Consolidated Supplement 1925-27. The district operated under Sections 14400-14598 of the California Health and Safety Code in the Arbuckle-College City area until July 18, 1966. At that time all fire districts in Colusa County were reorganized under the provisions of Par 2.7 (Commencing with paragraph 13801), Division 12, of the Health and Safety Code.
14 https://www.appeal-democrat.com/colusa_sun_herald/news/arbuckle-college-city-fire-departmet, July 31, 2018, March, 30, 2019. 15 Colusa County Auditor, Annual Audit for Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District, January 5, 2018.
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3.2.2 Board of Directors for Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District The following are the Directors and terms for the Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District: Director Position Term Expires David Burgess Director 12/02/2022 Michael Doherty Vice-Chairman 12/02/2022 Charles Grimmer Director 12/05/2020 Charles Manhart Chairman 12/05/2020 Clarke Ornbaun Director 12/05/2020 3.2.3 Personnel The Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District has three full-time career paid fire fighters and twenty-six volunteers. Volunteers must be at least 18 years old and live within the District. Everyone is qualified to provide Emergency Medical Service and ten fire fighters are Emergency Medical Technicians. The District is assisted by a part-time secretary. With the growth expected in the Arbuckle area there will be a need for additional paid staff in the future. At this time there is at least one paid fire fighter at the Fire Station from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. seven days per week.16 3.2.4 Equipment
ARBUCKLE-COLLEGE CITY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT VEHICLES17 Number of Vehicles Type of Vehicle Capacity
3 Type I Engines 1000-1500 GPM Pumps 1 Water Tender with 4000 capacity 500 GPM pump 2 Type II Engines 100-1250 GPM pumps 1 Command Vehicle 1 Rescue Vehicle 1 Utility Pickup 2 Type I Reserve Engines 1000 GPM Pumps 1 Duty Vehicle 1 UTV
3.2.5 Dispatch Dispatch is handled by YECA (Yolo Emergency Communications Agency)18 under a joint powers agreement.
16 Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District, Response to Colusa LAFCo, March 28, 2019. 17 Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District, Response to Colusa LAFCo, March 28, 2019. 18 Yolo Emergency Communications Agency, https://www.yolo911.org/, March 30, 2019.
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3.2.6 Collaboration The District participates in the Yolo County Fire Chiefs Association as well as the Colusa County Fire Chiefs Association. Casey Cox is the Fire Chief, Tom Robinson and Wes Robinson are Assistant Chiefs.
3.2.7 Service Calls The Arbuckle-College City FPD received 560 calls in 2018 as shown in the following table:
CALL JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OC NO DE Total
MEDICAL 15 13 22 16 3 14 22 10 21 21 23 9 189
VEHICLE ACCIDENT
4 2 7 6 1 13 7 10 8 7 6 5 76
GRASS FIRE
1 4 1 2 3 5 11 3 6 8 0 3 47
VEHICLE FIRE
1 0 1 1 0 2 2 2 0 4 0 4 17
PUBLIC ASSIST
3 2 3 3 1 0 2 2 5 1 4 0 26
HULLS 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 2
Structure 2 0 1 0 2 3 0 0 1 2 4 1 16
Investigate ILLEGAL BN
1 2 0 3 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 0 11
HAZ-MAT 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 2 1 4
STANDBY 2 1 0 1 3 4 4 0 1 0 0 0 16
VIOLENCE 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1
ALARM 2 1 1 0 0 2 0 0 1 1 2 5 15
POWERLINE/GAS LINE
0 0 2 0 0 0 1 1 0 2 1 0 7
TOTALS 32 25 38 32 14 45 50 29 44 47 43 28 427
FALSE ALARM
5 11 9 4 1 0 7 17 9 9 6 6 84
TOTAL # OF CALLS
37 36 47 36 15 45 57 46 53 56 49 34 511
As is the case with most fire protection districts, the category with the highest number of calls is “medical emergencies”. The response time to calls in the town of Arbuckle is three to five minutes. Response time to calls in the rural area is longer, up to fifteen minutes to the most remote part of the District. Flooding may cause problems in the winter months. The ISO rating is 3 in the PUD and 8b in the rural area of the District.19
19 Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District, Personal Communication, Chief Casey Cox, November 2, 2011.
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3.2.8 Budget The Budget for the Arbuckle-College City FPD is shown below in separate tables for Revenue and Expenses.
ARBUCKLE-COLLEGE CITY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT BUDGET 2017-1820 REVENUE 2015-16
Actual 2016-17 Actual
2017-18 Budget
TAXES 410100 Prop Tax-Current Secured 420,808 447,231 430,000 410150 Prop Tax-Cur Supplemental Secured 12,009 11,115 10,700 410200 Prop Tax-Cur Unsecured 40,738 40,653 37,000 410250 Prop Tax-Cur Supp. Unsecured 37 199
410300 Prop Tax-PY Secured 12,127 410320 Prop Tax-PY Supplemental Sec 402 871
410400 Prop Tax-PY Unsecured 318 441 410450 Prop Tax-PY Supplemental Unsecured 22 14 410510 Property Assessment 61,278 62,629 56,300
410920 Co In-Lieu Taxes 157 158 150 TOTAL Taxes 547,896 563,311 534,150 441900 Interest 1,561 1,367 1,300 4419001 Interest Adjusted to Market Value (164)
TOTAL Revenue From Use Of Money 1,397 1,367 1,300 452700 Fish & Game In Lieu
454510 Homeowners Prop Tax 3,754 3,718 3,700 454608 State Grant Award 9,164
456021 Transfer From CO General Fund 39,847 41,520 41,500 TOTAL Aid, Other Agency 52,765 45,238 45,200 467911 Fire Suppression 2,850 6,406 6,400 TOTAL Charges For Current Services 2,850 6,406 6,400 479360 Miscellaneous-Other Revenue 6,261 1,130 1,000 479431 Development Impact Fees
479446 Contribution From General Fund 479470 Miscellaneous -Other Refunds 1,183 662
479910 Transfers In 113,227 55,543 50,000 TOTAL Other Revenue 120,671 57,335 51,000
TOTAL REVENUE $722,729 $673,657 $638,050
20 Colusa County Auditor, Special District Funds, Financing Sources and Uses by Budget Unity by Object, Fiscal Year 2017-18, Page 575.
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Since taxes make up a significant portion of the revenue budget the auditor’s explanation of the tax rate is shown below:
Effective July 1, 1978, each district will share proportionately in the total taxes collected in Colusa County as required by the passage of Proposition 13 on June 6, 1978. Increases in the tax base of any tax rate area due to inflation, new construction, or deed transfers will be allocated to all districts within that tax rate area. During fiscal year 2017-2018, Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection received 1.5739% of Secured Taxes generated by the countywide rate. 21
The expense portion of the 2017-18 Budget is shown below in three tables, for salaries and benefits, services and supplies and fixed assets. The total cost of the 2017-18 Budget was slightly higher than the revenue; however, it is likely that actual expenses may be less than the revenue.
ARBUCKLE COLLEGE CITY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT BUDGET 2017-1822 EXPENSES
SALARIES & BENEFITS 2015-16 Actual
2016-17 Actual
2017-18 Budget
51010 Salaries And Wages 195,504 231,327 235,000 51011 Extra Help 28,179 25,058 45,000 51019 Health In-Lieu
3,600
51021 Retirement-PERS 79,424 86,379 86,500 51022 OASDI 17,093 19,893 19,900 51023 Unemployment Insurance 906 650 650 51030 Group Insurance-Health 27,272 29,252 29,252 51031 Group Insurance-Life 713 715 715 51032 Group Ins Retired Member 9,862 10,913 10,900 51033 Group Insurance-Dental 1,260 1,260 1,260 51035 Workers' Compensation 24,824 24,680 24,500
TOTAL Salaries & Benefits 385,037 433,727 453,677
The three paid fire fighters participate in the California Public Employees Retirement System, PERS,23 and this may become more expensive in the future.
21 Colusa County Auditor, Annual Audit for Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District, November 9, 2018, Page 2. 22 Colusa County Auditor, Special District Funds, Financing Sources and Uses by Budget Unity by Object, Fiscal Year 2017-18, Page 575-576. 23 Colusa County Auditor, Christine Doble, Accountant Auditor II, 530-458-0400, April 2, 2019.
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ARBUCKLE COLLEGE CITY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT BUDGET 2017-1824 EXPENSES
SERVICES AND SUPPLIES 2015-16 Actual
2016-17 Actual
2017-18 Budget
53050 Clothing & Personal Supplies 19,832 12,247 12,200 53060 Communications 43,730 44,962 44,900 53061 Communications: Cell & Pagers 1,560 1,560 1,500 53090 Household Expense 938 166 500 53100 Insurance 7,033 6,390 6,389 53120 Maintenance-Equipment 20,974 18,041 15,000 53121 Maintenance-Software 120 120 120 53130 Maintenance-Structures, Imp, Grounds 1,453 1,659 1,500 53140 Medical, Dental & Lab Supplies 2,431 1,694 1,500 53150 Memberships 8,406 579 5,000 53163 Finance / Late Charges
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53170 Office Expense 1,283 963 1,000 53180 Prof/Specialized Services 3,415 8,274 5,000 53190 Publication & Legal Notices 212 282 200 53200 Rents & Leases Equipment 1,114 1,535 1,500 53220 Small Tools & Instruments 36 1,238 500 53230 Special Department Expenses 17,626 4,803 5,000 53231 Software
53250 Transportation & Travel 44 53251 Education & Training 622 650 650
53253 Fuel 11,042 11,544 11,500 53260 Utilities 20,827 24,499 24,000
TOTAL Services And Supplies 162,698 141,207 137,959
ARBUCKLE COLLEGE CITY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT BUDGET 2017-1825 EXPENSES
Fixed Assets 2015-16 Actual
2016-17 Actual
2017-18 Budget
57011 Computer Equipment <$5,000 800 - 1,000 57014 Printers <$5,000 - - - 57017 Photocopier <$5,000 57039 Radios <$5,000 57041 Trailer <$5,000 2,475 57058 Communication Equip. <$5,000 1,865 57064 Miscellaneous Equip. <$5,000 57144 Pick-Up/Truck (Misc.) >$5,000 21,959 57360 Structures/Improvements <$5,000 8,725 57361 Structures/Improvements >$5,000 108,309 25,347 50,000 57370 Equipment 4,054 Total Fixed Assets 113,243 60,371 51,000
TOTAL EXPENDITURES/APPROPRIATIONS 660,978 635,305 642,636 NET COST (61,751) (38,352) 4,586
24 Colusa County Auditor, Special District Funds, Financing Sources and Uses by Budget Unity by Object, Fiscal Year 2017-18, Page 576. 25 Colusa County Auditor, Special District Funds, Financing Sources and Uses by Budget Unity by Object, Fiscal Year 2017-18, Page 576.
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3.2.9 Audit The following information is presented by the Colusa County Auditor for the year ended June 30, 2017:
ARBUCKLE-COLLEGE CITY FIRE DISTRICT (#03000-#03002) BALANCE SHEET As of June 30, 201826
Cash on deposit within the Colusa County Treasury Fund #03000--General 293,339 Cash deposit within the Colusa County Treasury Fund #03001--Capital Imp 0 Cash deposit within the Colusa County Treasury Fund #03002--Dev Impact 305,312 Total Cash on deposit with County Treasurer 598,651 Gain/Loss Investment--Market Value GASB 31 (3,943) Land 7,000 Structures and Improvements $108,309 Parking Lot, etc. 509,719 Fire Trucks and Vehicles 1,737,518 Other Equipment 387,404 Office Equipment 1,484 Total Fixed Assets $2,643,125 Total Assets $3,237,833 Liabilities Warrants Payable Total Liabilities 700 Equity Gain/Loss investment Market Value @7/1/17 (903) Add/(Deduct) thru 6/30/18 (3,040) (3,943) Fund Balance Available @ 7/1/17 #03000 2019 Add/(Deduct) thru 6/30/18 0 2,019 Fund Balance Unavailable @ 7/1/17 #03000 280,068 Add/(Deduct) thru 6/30/18 10,552 290,620 Fund Balance Unavailable @ 7/1/17 #03001 0 Add/(Deduct) thru 6/30/18 0 0 Fund Balance Unavailable @ 7/1/17 #03002 346,042 Add/(Deduct) thru 6/30/18 (40,730) 305,312 Fixed Assets Investment @ 7/1/17 2,543,643 Add/(Deduct) thru 6/30/18 99,482 2,643,125 Total Equity *$3,237,133 Total Liabilities and Equity $3,237,833
Arbuckle-College City Fire District Changes in Equity as of June 30, 2018 Invest
Fixed Assets
#03002 Balance Unavailable
#03001 Balance Unavailable
#03000 Balance Unavailable
#03000 Balance Available
Total
Bal. @ 7/1/17
$2,543,643 $346,042 0 $279,165 $2,019 $3,170,869
Add/(Ded) 99,482 (40,730) 0 7,512 0 66,264 Bal. @ 6/30/18
$2,643,125 $305,312 0 $286,677 $2,019 *$3,237,133
*The Total Equity shown in the first table above is the same as the Total Equity shown in the second table above. 26 Colusa County Auditor, Annual Audit for Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District, November 9, 2018, Page 4.
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The following two tables show the funds received and the funds spent.
Arbuckle-College City Fire District (#03000-03002) General Fund #03000 Statement of Cash Receipts
for the fiscal year ended June 30, 201827 Available Cash in County Treasury, July 1, 2017 Fund #03000 $281,184 REVENUE FUND #03000 Actual Current Secured 476,659 Current Supplemental Secured 8,736 Current Unsecured 38,761 Current Supplemental Unsecured 235 Prior Year Secured 0 Prior Year Supplemental Secured 935 Prior Year Unsecured 86 Prior Year Supplemental Unsecured 32 County In-Lieu Taxes 161
Total Taxes $525,605 Property Assessment- - Interest 2,718 Interest Adjusted to Market Value GASB* 34 (3,041) Homeowners Property Tax Relief 3,637 State Grant Award 3,565 1/2% Sales Tax Public Safety Pass-Through County Gen. Fund 45,359 Public Safety-Cortina CFD** 64,632 Fire Suppression 5,467 Incident Reports 65 PY Insurance Dividend 0 Miscellaneous Revenue Insurance Refund 5,160 Transfers In--Development Impact Fees from Fund #03002 105,166
Total Fund #03000 Revenue $758,633 * Government Accounting Standards Board **CFD Community Facilities District
27 Colusa County Auditor, Annual Audit for Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District, November 9, 2018, Page 5.
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Arbuckle-College City Fire District (#03000-03002) General Fund #03000 Statement of Cash Disbursements and Cash Balances
for the fiscal year ended June 30, 201828 DISBURSEMENTS FUND #03000 Actual Salaries and Wages $253,453 Extra Help 25,158 Health In-Lieu 3,600 Retirement-PERS* 93,292 OASDI** 21,582 Unemployment Insurance 504 Group Insurance--Health 21,262 Group Insurance--Life 1,231 Group Ins-Retired Member 8,623 Group Insurance--Dental 1,260 Worker's Compensation Insurance 23,224
Total Salaries and Benefits $453,189 Clothing & Personal Supplies 38,927 Communications 45,089 Communications Cell and Pagers 1,560 Household Expense 133 Liability Insurance 7,167 Maintenance of Equipment 32,589 Maintenance of Software 120 Maintenance of Structures/Grounds 3090 Medical, Dental & Lab Supplies 2,398 Finance, Late Charges 3 Memberships 2,595 Office Expense 2,453 Professional & Special Services 10,922 Publications & Legal Notice 156 Rents & Leases of Equipment-- office copier lease 1,609 Small Tools & Instruments 1,606 Special Department Expenses 6,263 Fuel 15,259 Utilities 26,511 Computer Equipment 1,484 Communication Equipment 10,589 Structures & Improvements 87,409 Total Disbursements Fund #03000 $751,121 Excess Receipts over Disbursements Fund #03000 $7,512 Available Cash in Colusa County Treasury, June 30, 2018,Fund #03000
$288,696
* PERS is the California Public Employee Retirement System ** OASDI is the Old-Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance, known as Social Security.
28 Colusa County Auditor, Annual Audit for Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District, November 9, 2018, Pages 5-6.
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ARBUCKLE-COLLEGE CITY FIRE DISTRICT (#03000-#03002) CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND #03001
For the fiscal year ended June 30, 201829 Available Cash in Colusa County Treasury, June 30, 2017 Fund #03001 $0
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The following information from the Colusa County Auditor shows the history of expenses for the Arbuckle-College City FPD:
On September 27, 1994, the Colusa County Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution #94-83, which established Development Project Impact Fees in Colusa County. The revenues collected from these Fees cannot be used to offset the general revenue needs of the District, but can only be used to defray the cost of improvement to public facilities. Government Code Section 66001 (d-f) requires that these fees be expended or committed to the improvement of public facilities in the fifth year following the first fee collection which was in December 1994. The project that these Fees have been committed to by this District is the purchase of fire equipment. As the accounting of these Fees must be kept separate from the General Fund, the Development Impact Fees were deposited into Fund #03002 for the Arbuckle-College City Fire District and as of June 30, 2018, had a balance of $305,312. In 2004-2005, the District purchased a 2004 Rescue Squad financed through National City Commercial with an annual payment of $9,884.
29 Colusa County Auditor, Annual Audit for Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District, November 9, 2018, Page 6. 30 Colusa County Auditor, Annual Audit for Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District, November 9, 2018, Page 6.
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This lease/purchase was paid-in-full on April 18, 2006. In 2005-2006, the District purchased a Pierce International Chassis for $81,985 and a 2006 Pierce Saber Urban Interface Type 1 Pumper purchased for $354,696, of which $341,416.88 was financed through Oshkosh Capital for ten years with an annual payment $43,126.65 due in August of each year. The lease/purchase was paid-in-full on 7/15/2014. In 2006-2007, the District purchased a 2007 Pierce Type II Urban Interface Engine mounted on a Navistar Chassis at a cost of $243,092.54 which was financed by a FEMA grant and development impact fees. In 2014-2015, the District purchased a 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe Truck which is being retrofitted to use as an emergency medical response vehicle. In 2005-2006, the property located at 209 5th Street, Arbuckle, CA was donated to the District. In 2006-2007, a plan to refurbish the existing building for offices began, with the work to be completed in 2007-2008. In 2007-2008, the work to refurbish the building was completed for apparatus bays where three fire engines are housed and for two offices. During the 2015- 2016, improvements were made to the district grounds which included a paved parking lot. 31
3.3 Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District MSR 3.3.1 Growth and Population Projections for the Arbuckle-College City Fire
Protection District Area32 Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District Area Population Projections The Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District has the potential for growth because the Arbuckle PUD has additional water and sewer capacity.33 MSR Determinations on Growth and Population Projections for the Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District Area MSR 1-1) The Arbuckle-College City area is expected to grow slowly in the near
future. 3.3.2 Location and Characteristics of any Disadvantaged Unincorporated
Communities (DUC) within or Contiguous to District34 Determination of District Area Disadvantaged Unincorporated Community Status The Median Household Income for Arbuckle is reported to be $60,348.35 This is higher than 80% of the State Median Household Income ($56,982) so Arbuckle would not qualify as a Disadvantaged Unincorporated Area.
31 Colusa County Auditor, Annual Audit for Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District, November 9, 2018, Page 3. 32 California Government Code Section 56430. (a) (1) 33 Colusa County Housing Element Update, June 17, 2014, Prepared by DeNovo Planning Group, 4630 Brand Way, Sacramento, California 95819, Pages2-31 and 2-37. 34 California Government Code Section 56430. (a) (2) 35 http://www.city-data.com/city/Arbuckle-California.html, March 30, 2019.
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MSR Determinations on Disadvantaged Unincorporated Communities near District MSR 2-1) The population of Arbuckle does not qualify as a disadvantaged
unincorporated community (DUC) due to income levels. 3.3.3 Capacity and Infrastructure for Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection
District36 Infrastructure The most important resource for the Arbuckle-College City FPD is personnel. The District is fortunate to have three full-time paid fire fighters and twenty-six volunteers. There is at least one paid fire fighter at the Fire Station from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M seven days per week. MSR Determinations on Infrastructure for Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District MSR 3-1) The Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District will need additional paid
fire-fighters in the future. MSR 3-2) The District will still depend on volunteers for many years to come
considering that the standard for fighting a structure fire is to have 14 responders.
3.3.4 Financial Ability to Provide Services37 Financial Considerations for Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District The Budget and the Audit for the Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District are presented above in this report. MSR Determinations on Financing for Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District MSR 4-1) The Arbuckle-College City FPD has adequate financing at this time.
Expenses will increase in the future if more paid staff is added. The volunteers will remain an essential part of the Fire Department for the foreseeable future.
3.3.5 Status of and Opportunities for Shared Facilities38 Facilities The facilities for the Arbuckle-College City FPD are listed above in this report. The District belongs to the Yolo County Fire Chiefs Association and the Colusa County Fire Chiefs Association and participates with Yolo Emergency Communications Agency (YECA) for dispatch services. MSR Determinations on Shared Facilities for Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District MSR 5-1) The Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District participates with other
fire protection districts in the area to the extent possible through the Colusa County Fire Chiefs Association and the Yolo County Fire Chiefs Association.
36 California Government Code Section 56430. (a) (3) 37 California Government Code Section 56430. (a) (4) 38 California Government Code Section 56430. (a)(5)
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MSR 5-2) The Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District works with the County
of Colusa Auditor to process claims, prepare budgets and audits for the District.
3.3.6 Accountability for Community Service Needs, Government Structure and
Operational Efficiencies 39 Government Structure The Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District has a five member board of directors. The District also has a part-time secretary and three paid fire fighters including the Fire Chief. MSR Determinations on Local Accountability and Governance MSR 6-1) The Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District has a five member
Board of Directors. This is important for the governance of the District and the communication with the community.
MSR 6-2) The Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District does not have a
website. The Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District could benefit from a website or work with the Fire Chief’s Association to develop a website that various fire protection districts could use.
3.4 SOI Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District 3.4.1 Recommendation for the Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District
Sphere of Influence The recommendation for the Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District is that the Sphere of Influence remain the same as the District Boundary. 3.4.2 Present and Planned Land Uses in the Arbuckle-College City Fire
Protection District Area, Including Agricultural and Open Space Lands40 County General Plan and Zoning for Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District SOI Area Land use within the Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District is governed by the Colusa County Board of Supervisors. The District should maintain contact with the Colusa County Planning Department regarding potential land use changes within the District. The County General Plan shows that the area within the Arbuckle PUD is primarily zoned for various types of development and the area outside the PUD is zoned for agriculture.
39 California Government Code Section 56430. (a)(6). 40 California Government Code Section 56425 (e)(1)
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SOI Determinations on Present and Planned Land Use for Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District Area SOI 1-1] The growth within the Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District will
occur within the Arbuckle PUD which has capacity to serve additional population.
SOI 1-2] The Arbuckle-College City FPD should remain in contact with the Colusa
County Board of Supervisors and Planning Department regarding land use designations a future growth.
5.4.3 Present and Probable Need for Public Facilities and Services in the
Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District Area41 Present and Probable Need for Fire Protection The need for assistance from the Fire Department will continue especially in the two primary areas of medical assistance and traffic accidents. These are the top needs for service in most rural fire protection districts. SOI Determinations on Present and Probable Need for Public Facilities and Services in the Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District Area SOI 2-1] There is a need for the Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District to
provide fire protection and emergency medical services to the District of approximately 3500 residents and the travelers along Interstate 5.
SOI 2-2] The need for the Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District will
continue into the future. 3.4.4 Present Capacity of Public Facilities Present and Adequacy of Public
Services42 Capacity Background The capacity of the Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District is good because there are three paid fire fighters and the fire station is staffed during the day seven days per week. SOI Determinations on Public Facilities Present and Future Capacity for Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District SOI 3-1] The capacity of the Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District is
adequate for the present and the near future. The District will continue to need both paid and volunteer fire fighters and should make every effort to achieve the maximum training for all personnel.
41 California Government Code Section 56425 (e)(2) 42 California Government Code Section 56425 (e)(3)
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3.4.5 Social or Economic Communities of Interest for Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District43
Arbuckle-College City Fire Community Background The Arbuckle-College City community has schools serving students from kindergarten through high school, churches and commercial establishments. The community has sewer and water service. The community does not have a hospital, residents must travel to Woodland or to Colusa for hospital care. SOI Determinations on Social or Economic Communities of Interest for Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District SOI 5-1] The community of Arbuckle-College City has both social and economic
communities including landowners, families with school-aged children, workers and business owners. The Fire Protection District can serve as a unifying group to gain everyone’s support.
3.4.6 Disadvantaged Unincorporated Community (DUC) Status44 Disadvantaged Unincorporated Communities The Median Household Income for Arbuckle is reported to be $60,348.45 This is higher than 80% of the State Median Household Income ($56,982) so Arbuckle would not qualify as a Disadvantaged Unincorporated Area. Arbuckle-College City Fire Protection District Disadvantaged Unincorporated Community Status SOI 5-1] The Arbuckle-College City community is not a Disadvantaged
Unincorporated Community.
43 California Government Code Section 56425 (e)(4) 44 California Government Code Section 56425 (e)(5) 45 http://www.city-data.com/city/Arbuckle-California.html, March 30, 2019.
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4 BEAR VALLEY-INDIAN VALLEY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT (PARTIALLY IN GLENN COUNTY)
4.1 Bear Valley-Indian Valley Community Background The Bear Valley-Indian Valley Fire Protection District was formed in 1942 and includes parts of Glenn County as well as land in western Colusa County. The District serves the communities of Stonyford and Ladoga in western Colusa County. Some members of the community have preferred the shorter name of “Indian Valley FPD”. However, for the name of the District to be formally changed the District would have to file a resolution with Colusa LAFCo and the LAFCo would have to file a form with the State Board of Equalization.46 Allen Burt from the Board of Directors reports that if the name were to be officially changed they would use “Stonyford FPD.”47 The Century Ranch development is located in Ladoga. The Stonyford community is about 40 miles northwest of Williams, CA. 4.1.1 Stonyford Stonyford Area According to the Colusa County General Plan, the Stonyford area was initially settled in the 1850’s. In 1863 Smithville was developed at the junction of Little Stony and Stony Creeks. The community featured a three-story hotel and flour mill powered by water diverted from the Creek. In 1890, the Stony Creek Improvement Company bought the landholdings and moved the building to a gravelly ridge one-half mile to the southeast. The higher ground was above the flood plain and better suited for the development of a town.48 The early history of Stonyford is explained as follows:
Stonyford’s early growth was spurred on by mining in the nearby mountains and by ranching and farming in the surrounding countryside. By the turn of the century, the little town could boast three hotels, two gambling houses, a saloon, seed mille, general stores, a dance hall and a creamery. The Town Hall, built in 1899, still stands today. The surrounding valley had six school houses, but only the Indian Valley School remains today. In 1908, Stony Creek was diverted and dammed to create East Park Reservoir, the first Federal Reclamation Project in California. Orland (Glenn County) obtained the water rights to Stony Creek, placing a burden on dairy and alfalfa farms in the Indian Valley and ultimately constraining growth in Stonyford. Farming in the area was further affected by erosion problems that resulted from overgrazing by sheep and cattle. Virtually no population growth occurred in the Valley between 1900 and 1980. However, the area did gain importance as a recreational center and gateway to the Mendocino National Forest.49
46 Colusa LAFCO, John Benoit Executive Officer, August 2010. 47 Bear Valley-Indian Valley FPD, Board Member Allen Burt, Phone: 530-963-3729, August 31, 2010. 48 Colusa County General Plan, Prepared by Sedway Cooke Associates, Page 33. 49 Colusa County General Plan, Prepared by Sedway Cooke Associates, Page 33.
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Stonyford (formerly, Stony Ford) is a census designated place in Colusa County. It lies at an elevation of 1184 feet. Stonyford's population was 149 at the 2010 census. Stonyford Population Data There were 69 households, out of which 15 (21.7%) had children under the age of 18 living in them, 17 households (24.6%) were made up of individuals and 5 (7.2%) had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The remaining households were two or more people living together. The average household size was 2.16. There were 47 families (68.1% of all households); the average family size was 2.51. The population was spread out in age as follows:
STONYFORD AGE DISTRIBUTION 2010 AGE PEOPLE PERCENTAGE Under the age of 18 25 people 16.8% Aged 18 to 24 8 people 5.4% Aged 25 to 44 22 people 14.7% Aged 45 to 64 62 people 41.6% 65 years of age or older 32 people 21.5% Total 149 people 100.0% The median age was 50.4 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.8 males. There were 90 housing units of which 69 were occupied, of which 47 (68.1%) were owner-occupied, and 22 (31.9%) were occupied by renters. The homeowner vacancy rate was 2.1%; the rental vacancy rate was 4.3%. There were 97 people (65.1% of the population) living in owner-occupied housing units and 52 people (34.9%) living in rental housing units. 4.1.2 Lodoga Lodoga (also Ladoga) is a census-designated place in Colusa County. It lies at an elevation of 1237 feet. Lodoga's population was 197 at the 2010 census. The postal authorities established a post office at Lodoga in 1898, closed it in 1913, reopened it later in 1913, closed it again in 1917, reopened it again in 1924, and closed it permanently in 1954.50 The locality stands at the southern end of the East Park Reservoir, formed by the East Park Dam after its construction in 1910. The dam, the reservoir, and other surrounding irrigation facilities were some of the first projects undertaken by the United States Bureau of Reclamation.
50 Durham, David L. (1998). California's Geographic Names: A Gazetteer of Historic and Modern Names of the State. Clovis, Calif.: Word Dancer Press. p. 515. ISBN 1-884995-14-4.
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4.1.3 Century Ranch Area According to the Colusa County General Plan, Century Ranch is located midway between Stonyford and Lodoga and was originally subdivided in 1965. At that time, Century Ranch was to be the largest development in Colusa County. The Clubhouse was built and 1,000 lots were sold. However, the golf course, airport, school, and lakes shown in the original plan were never constructed.51 The Fire Department response time to calls in the town of Stonyford is three to five minutes. Response time to calls in the rural area is longer, up to thirty minutes to the most remote part of the District. The ISO rating is 6 in Stonyford and Ladoga and 9 in the rural area of the District. 4.2 Bear Valley-Indian Valley Fire Protection District 4.2.1 History of Bear Valley-Indian Valley Fire Protection District The Colusa County Auditor provides the following history of the Bear Valley-Indian Valley Fire Protection District:52
On May 15, 1942, the Colusa County Board of Supervisors called for an election to be held on June 30, 1942, for the formation of a fire protection district. On July 6, 1942, the Board of Supervisors formed the Bear Valley-Indian Valley Fire Protection District under the provisions of Act 2583 Deering consolidated Supplement 1925-27. The District operated under Section 14400-145998 of the California Health and Safety Code in parts of Colusa and Glenn Counties until July 18, 1966. At that time, all fire districts in Colusa County were reorganized under provisions of Part 2.7 (Commencing with paragraph 13801), Division 12, of the Health and Safety Code.
4.2.2 Bear Valley-Indian Valley FPD Board of Directors Francis "Frank" Elliott 12/1/2017-12/03/2021 Dennis Workman 12/1/2017-12/03/2021 Frank Pendell 12/06/2019-12/01/2023 Dwain Whitney 12/06/2019-12/01/2023 Ralph Minto 12/06/2019-12/06/2023 4.2.3 Personnel
The Bear Valley-Indian Valley FPD staff includes nineteen volunteer firefighters. Fifteen of the volunteers are trained and able to provide Emergency Medical Services. Our department depends on Enloe Ambulance and Flight Care to provide ALS (Advanced Life Support) service and transport.
51 Colusa County General Plan, Prepared by Sedway Cooke Associates, Page 33. 52 Colusa County Auditor, Bear Valley-Indian Valley Fire District Annual Audit for the year ended June 30, 2017, January 18, 2018.
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4.2.4 Equipment
The Bear Valley-Indian Valley FPD has the following Equipment:
Number Type Capacity2 TypeI/IIEngines/Pumpers 750and1,000GPMpumpingcapacity3 Watertender 2,000,3,500,4,000GallonCapacity3 TypeIIIEngines 250GPMPumpingCapacity3 RescueUnit 1 ATV
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The Colusa County Sheriff’s Department provides dispatch service.
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Bear Valley-Indian Valley FPD participates in mutual aid with the Colusa County Fire Protection District.
4.2.7 Service Calls The number of Service Calls our department was dispatched to in 2018 are listed below.
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4.2.8 Bear Valley-Indian Valley Fire Protection District Finances Budget
BEAR VALLEY-INDIAN VALLEY FIRE PROTECTION DIST. BUDGET 2020-2153 REVENUE 2015-16
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2020-2021
Budget TAXES 410100 Prop Tax-Current Secured 41,234 42,588 47,183 410101 Prop Tax-Current Secured, other co.* 5,796 6,110 6,552 410150 Prop Tax-Cur Supplemental Secured 1,157 1,071 605 410151 Prop Tax-Cur Sup. Secured, other co. 26 141 157 410200 Prop Tax-Current Unsecured 4,154 3,917 3869 410201 Prop Tax-Current Unsec., other co. 318 297 300 410250 Prop Tax-Cur Sup. Unsecured 4 19 6 410251 Prop Tax-Cur Sup. Unsec., other co. 1 410300 Prop Tax-Prior Year Secured 120 410301 Prop Tax-Prior Year Sec., other co. (150) (30) - 410320 Prop Tax-PY** Supplemental Sec 40 84 410321 Prop Tax-PY Sup. Sec., other co. 30 19 410400 Prop Tax-PY Unsecured 32 42 410401 Prop Tax-PY Unsecured, other co. 68 6 15 410450 Prop Tax-PY Sup. Unsecured 2 1 410920 Co In-Lieu Taxes 16 15 TOTAL Taxes 52,842 54,281 58,687 REVENUE FROM USE OF MONEY
441900 Interest 520 590 - 4419001 Interest Adjusted to Market Value (49) - - 441901 Interest-Other County 5 - TOTAL Revenue From Use Of Money 471 595 - AID, OTHER AGENCY
454510 Homeowners Prop Tax 362 349 454511 Homeowners Prop Tax, Other 66 66 454608 State Grant Award 51,032 54,485 - 4546583 Sales Tax Rev. ½ cent 256 456021 Transfer From CO General Fund 39,847 41,520 43,952 TOTAL
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479321 PY Insurance Dividend 366 TOTAL
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TOTAL REVENUE $144,620 $151,920 $102,279 *”Other County” in this case is Glenn County since the District includes land in Glenn County. **”PY” means Prior Year. The Budget for the current year income is less because no State Grant Award is included. 53 Colusa County Auditor, Special District Funds, Financing Sources and Uses by Budget Unity by Object, Fiscal Year 2017-18, Page 577.
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BUDGET 2020-2154 EXPENSES
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2016-17 Actual
2020-21 Budget
Salaries and Benefits 51035 Workers’ Compensation 5,073 5,293 5,500 Services and Supplies 53050 Clothing & Personal Supplies 1,089 6,040 10,000 53060 Communications 1,772 1,536 2,000 53100 Insurance 4,815 5,598 6,500 53120 Maintenance-Equipment 9,219 18,039 10,000 53121 Maintenance-Software 1,350 675 500 53130 Maintenance-Structures, Imp, Ground 113 280 5,000 53140 Medical, Dental & Lab Supplies 3,054 2,372 1,500 53150 Memberships 100 1,375 1,500 53170 Office Expense 125 52 500 53171 Postage 11 22 200 53180 Prof/Specialized Services 1,965 3,041 2,500 53200 Rents & Leases Equipment 1,000 53220 Small Tools & Instruments 926 3,043 1,500 53230 Special Department Expenses 33,023 34,373 5,000 53163 Finance/late charges 21 38 53250 Transportation & Travel 200 53251 Education & Training 965 60 1,500 53253 Fuel 2,878 3,513 3,500 53260 Utilities 3,312 3,159 3,600 TOTAL Services And Supplies 64,738 83,216 58,687 Fixed Assets 57039 Radios <$5,000 5,508 57360 Structures and Improvements 2,499 57370 Equipment (truck replacement 20-21 6,424 100,000 Total Fixed Assets 8,923 5,508 100,000 Total Expenditures $78,734 $94,017 $158,687 Net Cost (65,886) (57,903) (56,408)
54 Colusa County Auditor, Special District Funds, Financing Sources and Uses by Budget Unity by Object, Fiscal Year 2017-18, Page 578 and 2020-2021.
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Audit The following information is presented by the Colusa County Auditor for the year ended June 30, 2018:
BEAR VALLEY-INDIAN VALLEY FIRE DISTRICT (#03010-#03012) BALANCE SHEET As of June 30, 201855
Cash on deposit within the Colusa County Treasury Fund #03010--General $15,962 Cash on deposit with Colusa County Treasury Fund #03011--Capital Imp. 6,946 Cash deposit with Colusa County Treas. Fund #03012—Dev. Impact Fees 3,275 Total Cash on deposit with County Treasurer $26,183 Gain/Loss Investment--Market Value GASB 31 (206) Equipment 679,233 Structures and Improvements 104,366 Land 0 Total Assets $809,576 Liabilities Warrants Payable 677 Equity Gain/Loss investment Market Value @7/1/17 (478) Fund Balance Available 6/30/18 272 (206) Fund Balance Unavailable @ 7/1/17 #03010 0 Add/(Deduct) thru 6/30/18 0 0 Fund Balance Available @ 7/1/17 #03010 149,290 Add/(Deduct) thru 6/30/18 (134,005) 15,285 Fund Balance Unavailable @ 7/1/17 #03011 6,862 Add/(Deduct) thru 6/30/18 84 6,946 Fund Balance Unavailable @ 7/1/17 #03012 2,700 Add/(Deduct) thru 6/30/18 575 3,275 Fixed Assets Investment @ 7/1/17 575,896 Add/(Deduct) thru 6/30/18 207,703 783,599 Total Equity *$808,899 Total Liabilities and Equity $809,576
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Invest Fixed Assets
#03012 Balance Unavailable
#03011 Balance Unavailable
#03010 Balance Unavailable
#03010 Balance Available
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$575,896 $2,700 $6,862 ($478) $149,290 $734,270
Add/(Ded) 207,703 575 84 272 (134,005) 74,629 Bal. @ 6/30/18
$783,599 $3,275 $6,946 ($206) $15,285 *$808,899
*The Total Equity shown in the first table above is the same as the Total Equity shown in the second table above.
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The audit of revenue and disbursements is shown in the following two tables:
BEAR VALLEY-INDIAN VALLEY FIRE DISTRICT (#03000-03002) General Fund #03010
Statement of Cash Receipts Cash Disbursements and Cash Balances for the fiscal year ended June 30, 201856
Available Cash in County Treasury, July 1, 2017 Fund #03010 $148,812 REVENUE Actual Current Secured 42,180 Current Secured--Glenn County 6,450 Current Supplemental Secured 816 Current Supplemental Secured--Glenn County 113 Current Unsecured 3,613 Current Unsecured--Glenn County 287 Current Supplemental Unsecured 22 Prior Year Secured 0 Prior Year Secured--Glenn County 1 Prior Year Supplemental Secured 0 Prior Year Supplemental Secured--Glenn County (67) Prior Year Unsecured 88 Prior Year Unsecured--Glenn County 10 Prior Year Supplemental Unsecured 8 Prior Year Unsecured-Other County 3 Prior Year Supplemental Unsecured 4 County In-Lieu Taxes 15
Total Taxes 56,543 Interest 1,493 Interest-Other County 14 Interest Adjusted to Market Value GASB 34* 272 Homeowners Property Tax Relief 339 Homeowners Property Tax Relief-Other County 67 Federal Grants 1,995 State Grant Award 3,737 Gifts and Donations 4,000 1/2cent Sales Tax Revenue 248 Misc. Revenue Cal Fire Strike Team 40,606 ½%Sales Tax for Public Safety Pass-Through County Gen. Fund 45,359 Miscellaneous Revenues 15 Transfers In--Development Impact Fees from Fund #03012 -
Total Revenue $154,688 *GASB means Governmental Accounting Standards Board
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BEAR VALLEY-INDIAN VALLEY Fire District (#03000-03002) General Fund #03010
Statement of Cash Disbursements and Cash Balances for the fiscal year ended June 30, 201857
DISBURSEMENTS Actual Worker’s Compensation Volunteers 5,116 Clothing & Personal Supplies 17,125 Liability Insurance 5,506 Maintenance of Equipment 7,263 Maintenance of Structures/Grounds 295 Medical, Dental & Lab Supplies 3,134 Memberships 1,375 Office Expense 75 Postage 101 Professional & Special Services 2,740 Special Department Expenses Cal Fire Strike Team 26,964 Transportation 94 Education & Training 1,460 Fuel 4,817 Utilities 4,654 Radios 10,159 Equipment 58,765 Pickup 138,778 Total Disbursements 288,421 Excess Receipts over Disbursements Fund #03010 ($133,733) Available Cash in Colusa County Treasury, June 30, 2017, Fund #03010
$15,079
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4.3 Bear Valley-Indian Valley Fire Protection District MSR 4.3.1 Growth and Population Projections for the Bear Valley-Indian Valley Fire
Protection District Area58 District Area Population Projections The population of the Bear Valley-Indian Valley FPD is expected to remain the same or to decline. MSR Determinations on Growth and Population Projections for the District Area MSR 1-1) The population of the Bear Valley-Indian Valley FPD is expected to
remain the same or to decline. 4.3.2 Location and Characteristics of any Disadvantaged Unincorporated
Communities (DUC) within or Contiguous to Bear Valley-Indian Valley Fire Protection District59
Determination of District Area Disadvantaged Unincorporated Community Status The Median Household Income for the Stonyford Area is $40,15660 which is less than 80% of the State of California Median Household Income of $56,982. Thus, Stonyford and the Bear Valley-Indian Valley FPD is a Disadvantaged Unincorporated Community. MSR Determinations on Disadvantaged Unincorporated Communities near District MSR 2-1) The Stonyford area is clearly a Disadvantaged Unincorporated
Community. 4.3.3 Capacity and Infrastructure for Bear Valley-Indian Valley Fire Protection
District 61 Infrastructure The Bear Valley-Indian Valley FPD has adequate equipment. MSR Determinations on Infrastructure for Bear Valley-Indian Valley Fire Protection District MSR 3-1) The Bear Valley-Indian Valley FPD has adequate equipment. 4.3.4 Financial Ability to Provide Services62 Financial Considerations for District The Bear Valley-Indian Valley FPD has a small amount of cash ($26,183) on hand with the Colusa County Treasurer.
58 California Government Code Section 56430. (a) (1) 59 California Government Code Section 56430. (a) (2) 60 https://www.areavibes.com/stonyford-ca/employment/, May 21, 2019. 61 California Government Code Section 56430. (a) (3) 62 California Government Code Section 56430. (a) (4)
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MSR Determinations on Financing for District MSR 4-1) The Bear Valley-Indian Valley FPD has a small amount of cash on hand
with the Colusa County Treasurer. MSR 4-2) The Bear Valley-Indian Valley FPD receives tax revenue each year to
operate the District. 4.3.5 Status of and Opportunities for Shared Facilities63 Facilities The Bear Valley-Indian Valley FPD uses the Colusa County Auditor to pay bills and prepare the annual audit. The District shares equipment and personnel through mutual aid agreements. MSR Determinations on Shared Facilities for Bear Valley-Indian Valley FPD MSR 5-1) The remote location of the Bear-Valley-Indian Valley FPD makes it
difficult to share equipment and personnel with other districts. 4.3.6 Accountability for Community Service Needs, Government Structure and
Operational Efficiencies 64 Government Structure The Bear Valley-Indian Valley FPD has a five member Board of Directors. MSR Determinations on Local Accountability and Governance MSR 6-1 The Bear-Valley-Indian Valley FPD has a five member Board of Directors.
However, the District does not have a website. 4.4 Bear Valley-Indian Valley Fire Protection District SOI 4.4.1. Recommendation for Bear Valley-Indian Valley Fire Protection District
Sphere of Influence The Bear Valley-Indian Valley Fire Protection District boundary should be the same as the Sphere of Influence.
63 California Government Code Section 56430. (a)(5) 64 California Government Code Section 56430. (a)(6).
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4.4.2 Present and Planned Land Uses in the Bear Valley-Indian Valley Fire Protection District Area, Including Agricultural and Open Space Lands65
County General Plan and Zoning for Bear Valley-Indian Valley Fire Protection District SOI Area The Colusa County 2030 General Plan recognizes the Stonyford-Lodoga-Century Ranch area and encourages suitable development on two acres or more close to developed areas.66 SOI Determinations on Present and Planned Land Use for Bear Valley-Indian Valley Fire Protection District Area SOI 1-1] The present land use in the Bear Valley-Indian Valley FPD is for
agriculture and grazing except for the community areas of Stonyford, Lodoga and Century Ranch. This land use pattern is expected to continue, with little growth.
4.4.3 Present and Probable Need for Public Facilities and Services in the Bear
Valley-Indian Valley Fire Protection District Area67 Need Even though the population of the Bear Valley-Indian Valley FPD is relatively small, there is a need for fire protection services and this need will continue into the future. SOI Determinations on Need for Fire Protection Service SOI 2-1] The need for the Bear Valley-Indian Valley FPD will continue into the
future. 4.4.4 Present Capacity of Public Facilities Present and Adequacy of Public
Services68 Capacity Background The capacity of the Bear Valley-Indian Valley FPD is limited due to the small and aging population of the area. SOI Determinations on Public Facilities Present and Future Capacity for Bear Valley-Indian Valley Fire Protection District SOI 3-1] The Capacity of the Bear Valley-Indian Valley FPD may be adequate at
this time but it will be difficult to maintain in the future and may require additional funding.
65 California Government Code Section 56425 (e)(1) 66 Colusa County 2030 General Plan, Page 4-9, http://www.countyofcolusageneralplan.org/sites/default/files/Community_Character_Element_Draft.pdf, May 22, 2019. 67 California Government Code Section 56425 (e)(2) 68 California Government Code Section 56425 (e)(3)
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4.4.5 Social or Economic Communities of Interest for Bear Valley-Indian Valley Fire Protection District69
Bear Valley-Indian Valley Fire Protection District Community Background The residents of the Bear Valley-Indian Valley FPD do identify with Stonyford and the annual Rodeo each spring. However, they do have to travel to nearby towns for commercial, medical and other services. SOI Determinations on Social or Economic Communities of Interest for Bear Valley-Indian Valley Fire Protection District SOI 4-1] The Fire Department does provide a year-round focus for the community
but many residents may now have to travel outside the District for jobs or are otherwise unable to participate as volunteer fire fighters.
4.4.6 Disadvantaged Unincorporated Community (DUC) Status70 Disadvantaged Unincorporated Communities The Median Household Income for the Stonyford Area is $40,15671 which is less than 80% of the State of California Median Household Income of $56,982. Thus, Stonyford and the Bear Valley-Indian Valley FPD is a Disadvantaged Unincorporated Community. However, there is no City nearby which could annex these areas. Bear Valley-Indian Valley Fire Protection District Disadvantaged Unincorporated Community Status SOI 5-1] The Stonyford area is clearly a Disadvantaged Unincorporated
Community but there is no city nearby which could annex this area.
69 California Government Code Section 56425 (e)(4) 70 California Government Code Section 56425 (e)(5) 71 https://www.areavibes.com/stonyford-ca/employment/, May 21, 2019.
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5 MAXWELL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT 5.1 Maxwell Community 5.1.1 Maxwell Location Maxwell is the fourth-largest community in Colusa County with a population of 1,015 persons. The town of Maxwell, is located along the I-5 corridor. The 162-acre agriculture and residential community has a well-defined downtown. It is the economic and social center of the north Colusa County region.72 It lies at an elevation of 92 feet. The main crop grown in the area is rice, though a variety of others such as grapes, almonds, squash, and sunflowers are grown as well. 5.1.2 Maxwell History73 Maxwell was the last of the Central Pacific-Southern Pacific Railway towns to be settled in Colusa County. W.S. McCoy, landowner and constable of the area, decided to emulate Tacitus Arbuckle by developing a town site adjacent to the route of the proposed Northern Railway. The town plat, which was drawn freehand, was recorded at the courthouse in Colusa in 1877. During the same year, a general store, hotel, post office, saloon, blacksmith and wagon shop, and several residences were built. The town was originally called Occident, but was renamed in honor of George Maxwell (the town’s postmaster) after he donated his land to the railroad for construction of its depot. As the tracks were laid in 1878, a construction boom ensued in the new town. Most of the town site was sold to the railroad’s development subsidiary, the Western Development Company, for one dollar a lot. Grain warehouses and livery stables were built as new settlers arrived and stage coach connections were established between Maxwell and Colusa. By 1891, the community had grown to about 400 people. Dry land barley and wheat were grown on the surrounding farms while cattle and sheep grazed the foothills to the west. Some of the historic buildings in Maxwell’s commercial district still remain today, including the Masonic Temple (1885), the Opera House (1912), Brown’s Garage (1910), and the Odd Fellows Hall (1914). Many of these buildings were popular social gathering or entertainment places during the town’s early years but are mostly vacant or underutilized today.
5.1.3 Maxwell Population Data The 2010 US Census reported that Maxwell had a population of 1,103 living in 365 households out of which 156 (42.7%) had children under the age of 18 living in them, 79 households (21.6%) were made up of individuals and 38 (10.4%) had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The remaining households were two or more adults living together. The average household size was 3.02. There were 275 families (75.3% of all households); the average family size was 3.56.
72 Colusa County, General Plan Background Report, June 2010, Prepared by De Novo Planning Group, WWW.DENOVOPLANNING.COM, Page 1-30. 73 Colusa County, General Plan Background Report, June 2010, Prepared by De Novo Planning Group, WWW.DENOVOPLANNING.COM, Page 1-31.
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The population was spread out in age as follows:
MAXWELL, CALIFORNIA *** 2010 AGE DISTRIBUTION
AGE NUMBER OF PEOPLE PERCENTAGE Under the age of 18 356 people 32.3% Aged 18 to 24 89 people 8.1% Aged 25 to 44 265 people 24.0% Aged 45 to 64 242 people 21.9% 65 years of age or older 151 people 13.7% TOTAL 1,103 people 100.0% The median age was 33.9 years. For every 100 females there were 108.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 101.9 males. There were 408 housing units of which 235 (64.4%) were owner-occupied, and 130 (35.6%) were occupied by renters. The homeowner vacancy rate was 0.4%; the rental vacancy rate was 1.5%. There were 695 people (63.0% of the population) living in owner-occupied housing units and 408 people (37.0%) living in rental housing units. 5.1.4 Maxwell Development Maxwell’s development has historically been oriented around the north-south axis along the railroad and an east-west axis perpendicular to the railroad along Oak Street. The original town site was supplemented during the town’s early years by a series of subdivisions or “additions” named after the landowners, including McCoy, Felt, Danley, Harden, and Mathieson. The additions generally extended the town’s grid of streets to the configuration it bears today, roughly eight blocks by eight blocks. Maxwell has the following public schools: *Maxwell Elementary School, Public · K-8,146 N St, Maxwell, CA 9595 *Maxwell High School, Public · 9-12 515 Oak Street, Maxwell, CA 95955 Phone: (530) 438-2291 The PG&E Power Plant near Maxwell has supported the schools as noted by Ron Turner, principal of Maxwell High School and superintendent of the Maxwell Unified School District, “The Company has plans to replace an electrical panel at the school, put up lights at the school’s soccer field and donated money to keep the school’s shop program operating.”74 Maxwell has the following churches:
• Methodist Church Maxwell. 169 Olive Maxwell, CA 95955. (530) 438-2066. • Maxwell Baptist Church. 177 N California Maxwell, CA 95955. (530) 438-2634 • Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 45 Elm Street California 95955
74 www.pgecurrents.com/2011/11/15/colusa-county-pge-dedicates-newest-power-plant/, April 16, 2019.
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5.2 Maxwell Fire Protection District
5.2.1 Maxwell Fire Protection District History The Maxwell Fire Protection District was formed in 1926. The District includes 120 square miles and serves 1500 residents. The Maxwell Fire Protection District also covers approximately 100 square miles of State responsibility area to the west of the District. This area is rangeland with a few residences. The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection provides coverage to this area during the months of June to October. The Maxwell Fire Protection District Fire Chief is Kenneth Cohen (Cell Phone 530-308-8339). The mailing address is as follows: Maxwell Fire Protection District, PO Box 651, Maxwell CA 95955 E-Mail: [email protected] 5.2.2 Board of Directors for Maxwell Fire Protection District The District Board consists of five elected members and meets on the first or second Monday of each month. Board members are not paid for their services.75 The Board of Directors for the Maxwell Fire Protection District is as follows:76
Allen Charles Beck 12/7/2018-12/02/2022 Scott Ewing Rudiger 12/7/2018-12/02/2022 Kerry Reckers 12/7/2018-12/4/2020 William David Wells 12/4/2015-12/4/2020 Dj Mathis 12/4/2015-12/4/2020
5.2.3 Personnel The Maxwell FPD staff includes three full time paid firefighters and 28 volunteers. Twenty-five volunteers are able to provide Emergency Medical Service. The District depends on Enloe Hospital ambulance service to provide ALS (Advanced Life Support) services and patient transport. 77 The District will still need volunteers for many years to come. 5.2.4 Equipment The Maxwell Fire Protection District has the following Equipment:
Maxwell Fire Protection District Equipment78 Number Type Capacity
3 Type I/II Engines/Pumpers 1000 and 1250 GPM pumping capacity 1 Water tender 3,500 Gallon Capacity 2 Type III Engines 250 GPM and 500 GPM pumping capacity 1 Utility Vehicle 1 Rescue Unit
75 Maxwell Fire Protection District, Response to Colusa LAFCo Questionnaire, March, 2019. 76 Colusa County Clerk, February 2019. 77 Maxwell Fire Protection District, Response to Colusa LAFCo Questionnaire, March, 2019. 78 Maxwell Fire Protection District, Personal Communication Kenny Cohen, Maxwell Rural Fire Protection Chief, March 14, 2019
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The District operates one fire station located at 231 Oak Street in Maxwell. This station was built in 1955 with an addition in the 1960’s and has 8400 square feet. The station has 5600 square feet for apparatus bays and 2800 square feet for the office, kitchen, bathrooms, and meeting/training room. 5.2.5 Dispatch The Colusa County Sheriff Department provides dispatch service. 79
5.2.6 Collaboration Maxwell Fire Protection District participates with the other Colusa County fire protection districts in mutual aid agreements. 80
5.2.7 Maxwell FPD Service Calls The number of service calls to which the District was dispatched in 2018 are shown below.
Maxwell Fire Protection District Calls for 201881 Emergency Number of calls Percent of Total
Structure 10 4.0% Grass/Wildlands 42 17.0% Vehicle Fire 21 8.4% Vehicle Accident 29 11.6% Medical Aid 96 38.0% Haz-Mat/Flammable Liquid 8 3.0% False Alarm 28 11.0% Mutual Aid 18 7.0% Total 251 100.0% The District responded to 974 calls over a four year period from 2014 to 2018. The ISO rating is 5 within the community of Maxwell and 8b or 9 in the rural areas of the District.
5.2.8 Budget The Maxwell Fire Protection Budget is presented below in three tables. The first two tables are for Revenue and Expenses for the Maxwell area and the third table shows the special budget for the PG&E power plant in the District.
79 Maxwell Fire Protection District, Response to Colusa LAFCo Questionnaire, March, 2019. 80 Maxwell Fire Protection District, Response to Colusa LAFCo Questionnaire, March, 2019. 81 Maxwell Fire Protection District, Response to Colusa LAFCo Questionnaire, March, 2019.
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MAXWELL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT #03030 BUDGET 2020-2182
REVENUE 2015-16 Actual
2016-17 Actual
2020-21 Budget
TAXES 410100 Prop Tax-Current Secured 95,648 105,722 114,498 4101002 Property Tax Secured Power Plant 22,770 21,690 18,000 410150 Prop Tax-Cur Supplemental Secured 2,744 2,540 1,594 410200 Prop Tax-Cur Unsecured 9,309 9,289 10,197 410250 Prop Tax-Cur Sup. Unsecured 9 46 16 410300 Prop Tax-PY Secured (9,518) 410320 Prop Tax-PY Supplemental Sec 95 199 410400 Prop Tax-PY Unsecured 76 101 63 410450 Prop Tax-PY Sup. Unsecured 5 3 410920 Co In-Lieu Taxes 36 37 40 TOTAL Taxes 121,174 139,627 144,408 Revenue from use of Money 441900 Interest 5,346 3,351 23,000 4419001 Interest Adjusted to Market Value (356) - - TOTAL Revenue From Use Of Money 4,990 3,351 Aid Other Agency 454510 Homeowners Prop Tax 858 876 455800 Wildlife-Fed In Lieu taxes 2,036 - - 456021 456023
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467911 Fire Suppression 219,476 TOTAL Charges For Current Services 219,476 Other Revenue 479100 Sale of Fixed Assets 7,501 479300 Cancelled Warrants 40 479321 PY Insurance Dividend 883 479360 Miscellaneous-Other Revenue 13,210 479910 Transfers In 348,385 TOTAL Other Revenue 369,136 883 TOTAL REVENUE 538,041 405,733 211,687
82 Colusa County Auditor, Special District Funds, Financing Sources and Uses by Budget Unity by Object, Fiscal Year 2017-18, Page 579.
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MAXWELL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT #03030 BUDGET 2020-202183
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2020-21 Budget
Salaries and Benefits 51010 Salaries and Wages 9,245 2,880 2,880 51011 Extra Help 28,979 360360360 3,000 51012 Overtime 40,703 82,012 50,000 51017 Stand-by 5,220 4,095 5,760 51022 OASDI 6,437 6,835 17,000 51023 Unemployment Insurance 2,844 2,533 5,000 51035 Workers’ Compensation 7,179 19,261 17,000 Total Salaries and Benefits 100,607 117,976 100,040
Services and Supplies 53050 Clothing & Personal Supplies 32,520 6,342 10,000 53060 Communications 3,060 5,048 3,000 53090 Household Expense 832 143 1,000 53100 Insurance 15,173 18,135 21,000 53120 Maintenance-Equipment 35,334 21,021 18,000 53121 Maintenance-Software 53 - - 53130 Maintenance-Structures, Imp, Ground 1,144 309 - 53140 Medical, Dental & Lab Supplies 741 - - 53150 Memberships 3,169 3,169 700 53163 Finance, Late Charges 13 42 - 53170 Office Expense - 480 - 53180 Prof/Specialized Services 880 2,937 1,000 53220 Small Tools & Instruments 648 1,119 5,000 53230 Special Department Expenses 15,364 2,125 3,600 53231 Software 102 53250 Transportation & Travel 667 53251 Education & Training 750 197 53253 Fuel 6,207 7,791 13,000 53260 Utilities 7,318 7,818 8,000 53229 Indirect Overhead Costs 4,279 TOTAL Services And Supplies 123,873 76,778 Fixed Assets 57039 Radios<$5,000 6,677 4,203 7,000 57064 Misc. Equip. <$5,000 2,716 1,359 7,000 57360 Structures & Improvements <$5,000 - 57370 Equipment 363,917 1,909 15,000 59452 Transfer out 200,000 TOTAL Fixed Assets 373,310 7,471
TOTAL EXPENDITURES/APPROPRIATIONS 597,790 202,225 411,219 NET COST 59,749 (203,508) (199,532)
83 Colusa County Auditor, Special District Funds, Financing Sources and Uses by Budget Unity by Object, Fiscal Year 2017-18, Page 579-580.
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The Maxwell Fire Protection District maintains a separate budget for the PG&E Power Plant west of Maxwell so that the taxes generated by the Power Plant will be used for the protection of the Power plant. The Budget for this is as follows:
MAXWELL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT FUND 03033 PG&E POWER PLANT BUDGET 2020-2184
REVENUE 2015-16 Actual
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Revenue from use of Money 441900 Interest 2,827 1,362 4,000 4419001 Interest Adjusted to Market Value (268) Total Revenue From Use of Money 2,559 1,362 Other Revenue 479360 Misc. Other Revenue 479432 Impact Fee-PG&E Power Plant 245,165 254,102 299,251 Total Other revenue 245,165 254,102 TOTAL REVENUE 247,724 255,464 303,251
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Salaries and Benefits 51010 Salaries and Wages 143,369 148,996 160,000 51011 Extra Help 4,372 5,294 5,000 51012 Overtime 15,250 49,379 50,000 51019 Health In-Lieu 3,834 51021 Retirement 19,589 14,714 16,000 51022 OASDI 12,762 15,581 20,000 51030 Group Insurance-Health 15,422 28,594 30,000 51032 Group Insurance –Retired Member - 51035 53180
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TOTAL Salaries and Benefits 224,598 262,558 296,000.00 Services and Supplies 53120 Maintenance-Equipment 184 - 53121 Maintenance-Software 595 - 53170 Office Expense - 53180 Professional/Specialized Service 1,900 - TOTAL Services and Supplies 779 1,900 - Expenditures, Transfer, RMB 59400 Contingency Appropriation - 59452 Transfers Out 47,969 TOTAL Expenditures Transfer, RMB 47,969 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 273,346 264,458 106,502 Net Cost 25,622 8,994 (149,600) 5.2.9 Audit
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The following comments from the Colusa County Audit of the Maxwell Fire Protection District explain why the District has a separate Budget for the PG&E Power Plant west of Maxwell.85
On June 30, 2018, the District had $1,250,049 on deposit with the County Treasurer. This amount included a general reserve in Fund #03030 of $0, Development Impact Fees Fund #03031 of $25,002, Capital Improvement Fund #03032 of $825 and PG&E Power Plant Fund #03033 of $323,629. The District maintained a record of the payment of their outstanding bills. Tests revealed that the expenditures were supported by the necessary documents and were signed by the authorized directors. A good system of references for paid bills was maintained. The District used official pre-numbered receipts to record any revenue received at the district level. These receipts were reviewed and found to be issued for the amount deposited to the County Treasury by the District. On September 27, 1994, the Colusa County Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution #94-83, which established Development Project Impact Fees in Colusa County. The revenues collected from these Fees cannot be used to offset the general revenue needs of the District, but can only be used to defray the cost of improvement to public facilities. Government Code Section 66001 (d-f) requires that these fees be expended or committed to the improvement of public facilities in the fifth year following the first fee collection which was in December 1994. The project that these funds were committed to by this District was the purchase of a 22oz. Hyp-Foldatank: and a Low Level Strainer from L. N. Curtis and Sons on 2/98 in the amount of $2,218. As the accounting of these Fees must be kept separate from the General Fund, the Development Impact Fees were deposited into Fund #03031 for the Maxwell Fire District and as of June 30, 2018, had a balance of $25,002. During the 2007-2008 fiscal year, the Maxwell PG&E Power Plant began construction. The Maxwell Fire District will receive $230,000 annually from PG&E for fire protection and medical services at the power plant facility. The financial activity regarding the power plant services will be recorded in Colusa County Treasury Fund #03033. The balance in Fund #03033 as of June 30, 2018 was $323,629. As the accounting controls of the District's funds were maintained by the County Auditor, the internal audit of the District was accomplished at the County level. The Annual Report of Financial Transactions for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2018 will be prepared and the Local Government Compensation Report for the calendar year ending December 31, 2017 were prepared by the County Auditor and forwarded to the State Controller.
85 Colusa County Auditor-Controller, Maxwell Fire District (#03030-03033) Audit for the period ended June 30, 20118, December 21, 2018 prepared by Margaret Van Warmerdam, Accountant Auditor II, Page 3.
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MAXWELL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT (#03030-#03033) BALANCE SHEET as of June 30, 201886
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General Fund 03030
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Assets Cash on deposit within the Colusa Co. Treasurer
1,250,049 900,593 25,002 825 323,629
Gain/Loss Investment--Market Value GASB 31
(16,756) (12,048) (337) (11) (4,360)
Imprest Cash 2,500 2,500 Emergency Vehicle 930,053 930,053 Misc. Equip. 408,407 408,407 Structures and Improve. 85,965 85,965 Land 0 0 Total Assets $2,660,218 2,315,4701 24,665 814 319,269 Liabilities Warrants Payable 6,404 6,404 Equity Gain/Loss investment Market Value @7/1/17
(3,395) (2,288) (19) (3) (1,085)
Add/(Deduct) thru 6/30/18 (13,361) (9,760) (318) (8) (3,275) Gain/Loss investment Market Value @6/30/17
(16,756) (12,048) (337) (11) (4,360)
Fund Balance Unavailable @ 7/1/17
345,531 0 5,795 810 338,926
Add/(Deduct) thru 6/30/18 3,925 0 19,207 15 (15,297) Fund Balance Unavailable @ 6/30/18
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Add/(Deduct) thru 6/30/18 179,277 179,277 Fund Balance Available @ 6/30/18
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Add/(Deduct) thru 6/30/18 56,602 56,602 Fixed Assets Investment @6/30/18
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Total Equity $2,653,814 2,309,066 24,665 814 319,269 Total Liabilities and Equity $2,660,218 2,315,470 24,665 814 319,269
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MAXWELL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT CHANGES IN EQUITY AS OF JUNE 30 201887
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Bal. @ 7/1/17 $1,367,823 $344,636 $714,915 $2,427,371 Add/(Ded) 56,602 (9,436) 179,277 226,443 Bal. @ 6/30/18
$1,424,425 $335,200 $894,189 $2,653,814
The Total Equity shown in the first table above is the same as the Total Equity shown in the second table above.
MAXWELL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT (#03030-03033) Statement of Cash Receipts for the fiscal year ended June 30, 201888
Total All General Fund
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REVENUE FUND Current Secured 116,815 116,815 Current Secured Power Plant
21.277 21,277
Current Supp. Secured 2,132 2,132 Current Unsecured 9,506 9,506 Current Supp. Unsecured 56 56 Prior Year Secured 220 220 Prior Year Supp. Secured - - Prior Year Unsecured 20 20 Prior Year Supp. Unsecured 8 8 County In-Lieu Taxes 39 396
Total Taxes 150,073 150,073 Interest earned cash-Treas. 10,977 8,281 146 15 2,535 Interest Adjusted to Market Value GASB 34
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Fire Suppression 239,367 239,369 Misc. Revenue 2,500 2,500 Development Impact Fees 282,451 - 19,061 - 263,390
Total Revenue 722,446 440,900 18,889 7 262,650
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MAXWELL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT (#03030-03033) Statement of Cash Disbursements and Cash Balances
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DISBURSEMENTS 722,446 Salaries and Wages 155,750 2,880 - - 152,870 Extra Help 7,128 2,011 - - 5,117 Overtime 140,789 89,525 - - 51,264 Stand-by 2,980 2,980 Retirement (Special Fund) 15,354 15,354 OASDI 23,459 7,451 16,008 Unemployment Insurance 2,684 2,684 Group Insurance--Health 28,590 0 28,590 Worker's Comp. Insurance 25,269 15,269 10,000 Total Salaries and Benefits 402,003 122,800 279,203
Clothing & Personal Supplies 14,431 14,431 Communications 4,249 4,249 Household Expense 536 536 Liability Insurance 21,971 21,971 Maintenance of Equipment 13,567 13,567 Maint. Structures/Grounds 1,524 1,524 Memberships 6,238 6,238 Medical, Dental, Lab. sup. 1,029 1,029 Finance Charges 21 21 Office Expense 1,442 1,442 Professional & Spec. Serv. 3,406 1,387 2,019 Small Tools & Instruments 1,378 1,378 Sp. Dept. Exp. Dispat. Misc. 3,796 3,796 Software 0 0 Education & Training 2,750 2,750 Fuel 10,283 10,283 Utilities 7,379 7,379 Equipment 0 0 Equipment-Radio 4,562 4,562 Structures, Improvements 52,040 52,040 Total Disbursements 552,605 271,383 - - 281,222 Excess Rec. over Disburse. 169,841 169,517 18,889 (18,752) Available Cash in Colusa Co. Treasury, June 30, 2018
1,229,389 884,641 24,665 814 319,269
Includes General Reserve of #03030 $ Includes Development Fees of #03031 $25,002 Includes Capital Improvement #03032 $825 Includes PG&E Power Plant #03033 $323,629
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5.3 Maxwell Fire Protection District MSR 5.3.1 Growth and Population Projections for the Maxwell Fire Protection District
Area90 Maxwell Fire Protection District Area Population Projections The population of Maxwell has grown slowly in the past and this slow growth is expected to continue. MSR Determinations on Growth and Population Projections for the District Area MSR 1-1) The population of Maxwell is expected to grow slowly in the future. 5.3.2 Location and Characteristics of any Disadvantaged Unincorporated
Communities (DUC) within or Contiguous to District91 Determination of District Area Disadvantaged Unincorporated Community Status The Maxwell Median Household Income is $59,125 which is above 80% of the California Median Household Income of $56,982..92 Thus, Maxwell would not qualify as a DUC. MSR Determinations on Disadvantaged Unincorporated Communities near District MSR 2-1) Maxwell is not a Disadvantaged Unincorporated Community. 5.3.3 Capacity and Infrastructure for Maxwell Fire Protection District 93 Infrastructure The Maxwell Fire Protection District has adequate equipment. The construction of the PG&E power facility has enabled the District to purchase additional equipment. MSR Determinations on Infrastructure for Maxwell Fire Protection District MSR 3-1) The Maxwell Fire Protection District has adequate equipment. 5.3.4 Financial Ability to Provide Services94 Financial Considerations for District The Maxwell Fire Protection District has adequate financing but may require additional paid fire fighters (more than three) in the future which would be more expensive. MSR Determinations on Financing for District MSR 4-1) The Maxwell Fire Protection District has adequate finances at this time
and is fortunate to have the PG&E power facility within the District.
90 California Government Code Section 56430. (a) (1) 91 California Government Code Section 56430. (a) (2) 92 https://www.areavibes.com/maxwell-ca/employment/, April 15, 2019. 93 California Government Code Section 56430. (a) (3) 94 California Government Code Section 56430. (a) (4)
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5.3.5 Status of and Opportunities for Shared Facilities95 Facilities The Maxwell Fire Protection District facilities are described above in this report. MSR Determinations on Shared Facilities for District MSR 5-1) The Maxwell Fire Protection District facilities are adequate. MSR 5-2) The PG&E power facility has added resources to the Maxwell FPD. 5.3.6 Accountability for Community Service Needs, Government Structure and
Operational Efficiencies 96 Government Structure The Maxwell Fire Protection District has an elected Board of Directors, elected in the even years. There are 684 registered voters in the District.97 MSR Determinations on Local Accountability and Governance MSR 6-1) The Maxwell Fire Protection District is fortunate to have five directors
serving on the Board, including former fire chief, William David Wells. MSR 6-2) Although the Maxwell Fire Protection District has a Facebook page, it
does not have a website and should consider a website or work with other fire protection districts to have a website for Colusa County fire protection districts.
MSR 6-3) Medical Aid calls were 38% of the calls for assistance. 5.4 Maxwell Fire Protection District SOI 5.4.1 Recommendation for Maxwell Fire Protection District Sphere of Influence The recommendation for the Maxwell Fire Protection District Sphere of Influence is that it remain the same as the present boundary. The District should continue to cooperate with other fire protection districts adjacent to the District boundaries. 5.4.2 Present and Planned Land Uses in the Maxwell Fire Protection District
Area, Including Agricultural and Open Space Lands98 County General Plan and Zoning for District SOI Area The Colusa County General Plan shows the area around Maxwell for designated for Agriculture and the areas served by the Maxwell PUD as suitable for various urban uses. SOI Determinations on Present and Planned Land Use for Maxwell Fire Protection District Area SOI 1-1] The planned land uses within the Maxwell Fire Protection District will not
differ substantially from the existing uses within the District. 95 California Government Code Section 56430. (a)(5) 96 California Government Code Section 56430. (a)(6). 97 Colusa County Clerk, April 15, 2019. 98 California Government Code Section 56425 (e)(1)
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5.4.3 Present and Probable Need for Public Facilities and Services in the District Area99
Present and Probable Need for Fire Protection The need for fire protection in the Maxwell Area will continue into the future, especially with the PG&E power plant within the District. SOI Determinations on Present and Probable Need for Fire Protection SOI 2-1] The need for fire protection and emergency medical services will continue
into the future within the Maxwell Fire Protection District. 5.4.4 Present Capacity of Public Facilities Present and Adequacy of Public
Services100 Capacity Background The capacity of the Maxwell Fire Protection District is limited by the small population of Maxwell but will be augmented by the tax revenue from the PG&E power plant west of Maxwell. SOI Determinations on Public Facilities Present and Future Capacity for Maxwell Fire Protection District SOI 3-1] The future capacity of the Maxwell Fire Department will be helped by the
need for fire protection services at the PG&E power plant west of Maxwell and the taxes paid by PG&E.
5.4.5 Social or Economic Communities of Interest for Maxwell Fire Protection
District101 Maxwell Fire Protection District Community Background The Maxwell Fire Protection District has a relatively small population base. The structure for the community is present in the sewer and water systems and the schools. However, the community relies on other nearby cities for medical services and shopping. SOI Determinations on Social or Economic Communities of Interest for Maxwell Fire Protection District SOI 4-1] The Maxwell Fire Protection District includes a community with social and
economic interests in common but the needs of this community cannot all be provided in Maxwell.
SOI 4-2] The Maxwell Fire Protection District can serve as a focal point for the
larger Maxwell community including both the agricultural land owners and the residents of the town of Maxwell.
99 California Government Code Section 56425 (e)(2) 100 California Government Code Section 56425 (e)(3) 101 California Government Code Section 56425 (e)(4)
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5.4.6 Disadvantaged Unincorporated Community (DUC) Status102 Disadvantaged Unincorporated Communities The Maxwell Median Household Income is $59,125 which is above 80% of the California Median Household Income of $56,982.103 Thus, Maxwell would not qualify as a DUC. Maxwell Fire Protection District Disadvantaged Unincorporated Community Status SOI 5-1] Maxwell is not a Disadvantaged Unincorporated Community.
102 California Government Code Section 56425 (e)(5) 103 https://www.areavibes.com/maxwell-ca/employment/, April 15, 2019.
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6 PRINCETON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT 6.1 Princeton Community Background 6.1.1 History Princeton is situated 14 miles north of Colusa. A map of the Princeton area is shown at the end of this report. The Colusa County General Plan Background Report104 describes Princeton (elevation 82) as a 105-acre agriculture and river recreation based residential community of 398 residents. According to the Background Report, Princeton was laid out in the early 1850s on the site of the Sixteen Mile House, a roadside inn which served wagon traffic on the road to the Northern Mines. Princeton became a major steamboat landing on the Sacramento River during the late 1860s and was later served by the Southern Pacific Railroad. The community was also the site of a ferry crossing to the Marysville Road. The ferry was California’s first electrically powered river ferry in 1932 and was one of the last ferries to be discontinued. 6.1.2 Princeton Demographics Princeton is a census-designated place (CDP) which means that some census data is available. Princeton's population was 303 at the 2010 US Census. There were 124 households, out of which 32 (25.8%) had children under the age of 18 living in them, 25 households (20.2%) were made up of individuals and 11 (8.9%) had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older, the remaining households were two or more adults living together. The average household size was 2.44. There were 88 families (71.0% of all households); the average family size was 2.78. The population was spread out is age as follows:
AGE DISTRIBUTION PRINCETON CALIFORNIA 2010 AGE NUMBER PERCENT Under the age of 18 60 people 19.7% Aged 18 to 24 23 people 7.6% Aged 25 to 44 59 people 19.5% Aged 45 to 64 112 people 37.0% 65 years of age or older 49 people 16.2% TOTAL 303 people 100.0% The median age was 47.1 years. For every 100 females there were 103.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 109.5 males. There were 158 housing units of which 83 (66.9%) were owner-occupied, and 41 (33.1%) were occupied by renters. The homeowner vacancy rate was 1.2%; the rental vacancy rate was 4.7%. There were 196 people (64.7% of the population) living in owner-occupied housing units and 107 people (35.3%) living in rental housing units.
104 Colusa County General Plan Update Background Report, June 2010, Prepared by DeNovo, Page 1-31.
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6.1.3 Princeton Community Facilities Princeton has a small but well defined “downtown” occupying a single block along State Highway 45 between Pine and Center Streets. The Library, Irrigation District Office, and Post Office are located in this area as well. There are also several grain storage buildings. The town contains St. Joseph’s Catholic Church and a veterans building. Police protection is provided by the Colusa County Sheriff. 6.2 Princeton Fire Protection District 6.2.1 History
On May 27, 1959, the Colusa County Board of Supervisors called for an election on July 14, 1959, for the formation of a County Fire Protection District. On July 29, 1959, the Board of Supervisors formed the Princeton Fire Protection District under the provisions of Act 2583 Deering Consolidated Supplement 1925-27. The District operated under sections 14400-14598 of the California Health and Safety Code in the Princeton area until July 18, 1966. At that time all fire districts in Colusa County were reorganized under the provisions of Part 2.7 (Commencing with paragraph 13801), Division 12, of the Health and Safety Code).105
6.2.2 Board of Directors The Princeton Fire Protection District Board meets the last Thursday of each month. The Board is comprised of five members as follows: Chris Torres 12/1/16 – 11/30/20 David Gordon 11/29/16 – 11/28/20 Gary Prindle 8/21/18 - 8/20/22 Greg Hansen 1/10/17 – 1/9/21 Manuel Barrett 9/4/18 – 9/3/22 Jim Zoller serves as the Fire Chief.106 6.2.3 Personnel The Princeton Fire Protection District has fifteen volunteer fire fighters. All fire fighters are qualified for Emergency Medical Service. The District depends on the Enloe Hospital Ambulance Service for Emergency Medical Technician services and patient transport.107
105 Colusa County Auditor-Controller, Princeton Fire District, Annual Audit for the period ended June 30, 2017, December 15, 2017. 106 Princeton Fire Protection District, Response to Colusa LAFCo Questionnaire, February 2019. 107 Princeton Fire Protection District, Response to Colusa LAFCo Questionnaire, February 2019.
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6.2.4 Equipment The following table shows the equipment for the Princeton Fire Protection District:
Princeton Fire Protection District Equipment108 Number Type Capacity
1 2002 Type II Engine/Pumper 1000 GPM 1 2006 Type II Engine Pumper 1000 GPM 1 2001 Ford F350 Command Vehicle 1 1996 F350 500 GPM 1 2013 Cat water tender 4200 gallon storage 1 GMC 1986Engine/Pumper 1000 GPM 6.2.5 Dispatch The Colusa County Sheriff’s Office handles the dispatch service.
6.2.6 Collaboration Automatic mutual aid between the Princeton Fire Protection District and the Sacramento River Fire Protection District exists for the purpose of quick response to vehicle and structure fires for the area between Packer Road (north) and Dodge Road (Princeton’s Southern District Boundary). All other mutual aid within the Princeton Fire Protection District is upon request. 6.2.7 Service Calls The District received 61 calls for service 2018, as follows:
Princeton Fire Protection District Calls for Service 2018109 Type of Call Number of Calls
Structure fires 2 Vehicle fires 2 Vegetation fires 7 Medical aids 19 Vehicle accidents 2 Service call/training 23 Other incidents 6 Total 61
It takes the fire fighters an average of twenty minutes to answer a call outside the immediate town of Princeton, with an average of five-minutes for calls within the town of Princeton. The District has an ISO rating of 6 within the Princeton Water Works District and a rating of 8b within the rural areas. Flooding can be a problem reaching some areas of the District during the winter months.
6.2.8 Development Impact Fees110
108 Princeton Fire Protection District, Response to Colusa LAFCo Questionnaire, February 2019. 109 Princeton Fire Protection District, Response to Colusa LAFCo Questionnaire, February 2019.
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The Colusa County Auditor’s staff provided the following description of the Development Impact fees in Colusa County:
On September 27, 1994, the Colusa County Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution #94-83, which established Development Project Impact Fees in Colusa County. The revenues collected from these Fees cannot be used to offset the general revenue needs of the District, but can only be used to defray the cost of improvement to public facilities. Government Code Section 66001 (d-f) requires that these fees be expended or committed to the improvement of public facilities in the fifth year following the first fee collection which was in December 1994. As the accounting of these Fees must be kept separate from the General Fund, the Development Impact Fees were deposited into Fund #03042 for the Princeton Fire District and as of June 30, 2017, had a balance of $553.
On February 26, 2013 the Princeton Fire District used Development Impact Fees to purchase a new water truck. This truck is a 2013 Caterpillar ET&T truck, model CT660S for $183,906. On January 18, 2002, the Princeton Fire District purchased a Pierce Commercial Contender Pumper mounted on a Kenworth Chassis for $155,362.14. The truck was paid in full during the 2008-2009 fiscal year. During 2005-2006, the Princeton Fire District purchased a 1986 GMC Fire Truck from the Colusa City Fire in the amount of $13,500. On April 27, 2006, the District accepted a bid from Elite Steel Building Systems from Gridley to construct an addition to the firehouse. The construction was completed in the 2006-2007 fiscal year. On June 15, 2011, the Princeton Fire District signed an agreement with Central Valley Gas Storage (CVGS) to provide fire protection services. The CVGS agreed to pay the District $100,000 for the purchase of fire equipment adequate to meet the volume and flow requirements applicable for the District's first responder role. The District received $100,000 from Central Valley Gas Storage recorded on Deposit Receipt #108472, dated 8/29/2011.
6.2.9 Budget The Princeton Fire Protection Budget is shown on the following two pages with the first table showing revenue and the second table showing expenses.
110 Colusa County Auditor-Controller, Princeton Fire District, Annual Audit for the period ended June 30, 2017, December 15, 2017.
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PRINCETON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT BUDGET 2020-2021111
REVENUE 2015-16 Actual
2016-17 Actual
2020-21 Budget
TAXES 410100 Prop Tax-Current Secured 46,482 48,564 48,805 410150 Prop Tax-Cur. Supplemental Secured 1,320 1,222 725 410200 Prop Tax-Current Unsecured 4,479 4,470 4,886 410250 Prop Tax-Current Sup. Unsecured 4 22 - 410300 Prop Tax-PY Secured 731 410320 Prop Tax-PY Supplemental Sec 46 96 139 410400 Prop Tax-PY Unsecured 37 48 95 410450 Prop Tax-PY Sup. Unsecured 3 2 410920 Co In-Lieu Taxes 17 17 17 TOTAL Taxes 53,119 54,441 54,667 Revenue from use of Money 441900 Interest 4,172 2,583 4419001 Interest Adjusted to Market Value (269) - - TOTAL Revenue From Use Of Money 3,903 2,583 Aid Other Agency 452700 Fish &Game In Lieu 36 16 454510 Homeowners Prop Tax 413 401 456021 Transfer From County General Fund 39,847 41,520 3,562 TOTAL Aid, Other Agency 40,296 41,937 58,229 Other Revenue 479360 Miscellaneous-Other Revenue 256 1,602 479380 Community Benefits Package 9,788 3,926 TOTAL Other Revenue 10,044 5,530 TOTAL REVENUE 107,362 104,491 58,229
111 Colusa County Auditor, Special District Funds, Financing Sources and Uses by Budget Unity by Object, Fiscal Year 2017-18, Page 582.
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PRINCETON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT BUDGET 2020-21112
EXPENSES 2015-16 Actual
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Salaries and Benefits 57164 Misc Equipment 20,000 Services and Supplies 53050 Clothing & Personal Supplies 9,080 48 20,000 53060 Communications 1,649 1,675 3,000 53090 Household Expense 55 373 2,000 53100 Insurance 6,491 6,286 8,500 53120 Maintenance-Equipment 2,635 2,708 12,000 53130 Maintenance-Structures, Imp, Ground 4,537 2,352 12,000 53140 Medical, Dental & Lab Supplies 979 391 3,000 53150 Memberships 775 3,403 3,000 53163 Finance, Late Charges 17 7 - 53170 Office Expense 283 121 500 53180 Prof/Specialized Services 2,440 3,439 4,000 53220 Small Tools & Instruments 239 70 1,000 53230 Special Department Expenses 2,148 1,200 6,000 53231 Software 279 - - 53250 Transportation & Travel - - 2,000 53251 Education & Training 2,000 1,421 2,500 53253 Fuel 560 - 1,500 53260 Utilities 804 754 1,500 52339 Indirect Overhead Costs 3,562 TOTAL Services And Supplies 34,971 24,248 69,135 Fixed Assets 57011 Computer Equipment <$5,000 825 15,000 57014 Printers <$5,000 107 57360 Structures & Improvements <$5,000 70 10,000 57370 Equipment 20,000
57164 Misc Equipment 20,000 TOTAL EXPENDITURES/APPROPRIATIONS 43,688 32,477 152,062
NET COST (63,674) 54,667.00
112 Colusa County Auditor, Special District Funds, Financing Sources and Uses by Budget Unity by Object, Fiscal Year 2017-18, Page 582-583.
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6.2.10 Audit
PRINCETON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT (#03040-#03042) BALANCE SHEET As of June 30, 2018113
Cash on deposit within the Colusa County Treasury Fund #03000--General 463,036 Cash on deposit within Colusa County Treasury Fund #03001--Capital Imp 173 Cash on deposit within Colusa County Treasury Fund #03002--Dev Impact 1,097 Total Cash on deposit with County Treasurer $464,306 Gain/Loss Investment--Market Value GASB 31 (6,230) Equipment (66,350 Fire Truck) 634,135 Structures and Improvements 46,509 Land 600 Total Assets $1,139,320 Liabilities Warrants Payable 643 Equity Gain/Loss investment Market Value @7/1/17 (1,458) Add/(Deduct) thru 6/30/18 (4,772) (6,230) Fund Balance Unavailable @ 7/1/17 #03040 195,155 Add/(Deduct) thru 6/30/18 (195,155) Fund Balance Available @ 7/1/17 #03040 260,367 Add/(Deduct) thru 6/30/18 202,026 462,393 Fund Balance Unavailable @ 7/1/17 #030411 171 Add/(Deduct) thru 6/30/18 2 173 Fund Balance Unavailable @ 7/1/17 #03042 553 Add/(Deduct) thru 6/30/18 544 1,097 Fixed Assets Investment @ 7/1/17 607,722 Add/(Deduct) thru 6/30/18 73,522 681,244 Total Equity *$1,138,677 Total Liabilities and Equity $1,139,320
Princeton Fire Protection District Changes in Equity as of June 30 2018114 Invest
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$607,722 $553 171 $193,697 $260,367 $1,062,510
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$681,244 $1,097 173 ($6,230) $462,393 *$1,138,677
*The Total Equity shown in the first table above is the same as the Total Equity shown in the second table above. The revenue and disbursements for the District are shown in the following table:
113 Princeton Fire District Audit for the period ended June 30, 2018, Colusa County Auditor, Prepared by Christine Doble, Accountant Auditor II, November 16, 2018, Exhibit A. 114 Princeton Fire District Audit for the period ended June 30, 2018, Colusa County Auditor, Prepared by Christine Doble, Accountant Auditor II, November 16, 2018, Exhibit A.
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Princeton Fire District (#03040-03042) General Fund #03040 Statement of Cash Receipts, Cash Disbursements and Cash Balances
for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2018115 Available Cash in County Treasury, July 1, 2017 Fund #03040 $454,064
REVENUE FUND #03040 Actual Current Secured 50,906 Current Supplemental Secured 927 Current Unsecured 4,100 Supplemental Unsecured 25 Prior Year Secured 0 Prior Year Supplemental Secured 101 Prior Year Unsecured 9 Prior Year Supplemental Unsecured 3 County In-Lieu Taxes 17
Total Taxes 56,088 Interest earned on funds in County Treasury 5,428 Interest Adjusted to Market Value GASB 34 (4,772) Fish and Game in Lieu 16 Homeowners Property Tax Relief 385 Miscellaneous Other Revenue 45,359 Community Benefits 7,574
Total Revenue 110,078 DISBURSEMENTS Actual Worker’s Compensation Insurance 7,004 Clothing & Personal Supplies 192 Communications 1,968 Household Expense 165 Liability Insurance 6,608 Maintenance of Equipment 6,357 Maintenance of Structures/Grounds 443 Medical, Dental & Lab Supplies 735 Memberships 2,377 Finance Late Fee 9 Office Expense 89 Professional & Special Services 3,869 Small Tools & Instruments 175 Special Department Expenses 1,371 Education & Training 2,000 Fuel 252 Communications Equipment 5,702 Equipment 66,967 Utilities 843 Miscellaneous Equipment 853 Total Disbursements 107,979 Excess Receipts over Disbursements Fund #03040 2,099 Cash in Colusa County Treasury, June 30, 2017, Fund #03040 $456,163 115 Princeton Fire District Audit for the period ended June 30, 2018, Colusa County Auditor, Prepared by Christine Doble, Accountant Auditor II, November 16, 2018, Exhibit B.
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6.3 Princeton Fire Protection District MSR 6.3.1 Growth and Population Projections for the Princeton Fire Protection District Area116 District Area Population Projections The Princeton FPD notes that, “Not including the Agricultural Transitional lands and those lands already developed, the 2011 Colusa County Housing element identifies a potential for 176 units on 11 parcels containing 32.48 acres of land.” MSR Determinations on Growth and Population Projections for the Princeton Fire Protection District Area MSR 1-1) Princeton is a small community of about three hundred people within the
Princeton Waterworks District with additional residents in the agricultural area of the Princeton Fire Protection District.
MSR 1-2) Although the Princeton community would like to grow it is difficult to develop new housing adjacent to agricultural operations.
6.3.2 Location and Characteristics of any Disadvantaged Unincorporated
Communities (DUC) within or Contiguous to Princeton Fire Protection District117
Determination of Princeton Fire Protection District Area Disadvantaged Unincorporated Community Status The Median Household Income in Princeton is $58,354 which is higher than 80% of the California Median Household Income at $56,982.118 MSR Determinations on Disadvantaged Unincorporated Communities near Princeton Fire Protection District MSR 2-1) Princeton is not a Disadvantaged Unincorporated Community because
the Median Household Income is slightly higher than 80% of the California Median Household Income.
6.3.3 Capacity and Infrastructure for Princeton Fire Protection District119 Infrastructure The Princeton Fire Protection District has an adequate fire station and adequate equipment as described above in this report. MSR Determinations on Infrastructure for Princeton Fire Protection District MSR 3-1) The Princeton Fire Protection District has an adequate fire station and
suitable equipment.
116 California Government Code Section 56430. (a) (1) 117 California Government Code Section 56430. (a) (2) 118 http://www.city-data.com/city/Princeton-California.html, April 17, 2019. 119 California Government Code Section 56430. (a) (3)
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6.3.4 Financial Ability to Provide Services120 Financial Considerations for District The Princeton Fire Protection District has no paid staff so the Budget is low compared to the other districts. MSR Determinations on Financing for District MSR 4-1) The Budget for the Princeton Fire Protection District is low unless new
equipment is required. MSR 4-2) The Budget for the Princeton Fire Protection District does not include
funding for paid staff. If paid staff should be required in the future the District would have to merge with another district.
6.3.5 Status of and Opportunities for Shared Facilities121 Facilities The facilities for the Princeton Fire Protection District are described above in this report. MSR Determinations on Shared Facilities for Princeton Fire Protection District MSR 5-1) The Princeton Fire Protection District has an automatic aid agreement
with the Sacramento River FPD for parts of the District. MSR 5-2) The Princeton Fire Protection District works with the Colusa County
Auditor’s Office for payment of bills, budget and audit preparation. 6.3.6 Accountability for Community Service Needs, Government Structure and
Operational Efficiencies 122 Government Structure The Princeton FPD has a five member Board of Directors. The Princeton area requires a lot of public service from a small number of residents to manage the Princeton Waterworks District and the School District as well as the Fire Protection District. MSR Determinations on Local Accountability and Governance MSR 6-1) The Princeton Fire Protection District has a five member Board of
Directors and the Board holds regular meetings. MSR 6-2) The Princeton Fire Protection District does not have a website and should
consider a website or work with other fire protection districts to have a website for Colusa County fire protection districts.
120 California Government Code Section 56430. (a) (4) 121 California Government Code Section 56430. (a)(5) 122 California Government Code Section 56430. (a)(6).
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6.4 Princeton Fire Protection District SOI 6.4.1 Recommendation for Princeton Fire Protection District Sphere of Influence The Princeton Fire Protection District Sphere of Influence should remain the same as the District boundary. At some future date the Princeton Fire Protection District may need to have paid fire fighters and this could precipitate the need to merge with another district. 6.4.2 Present and Planned Land Uses in the Princeton Fire Protection District
Area, Including Agricultural and Open Space Lands123 County General Plan and Zoning for Princeton Fire Protection District SOI Area Princeton’s development pattern reflects the man-made levee features that form its eastern and western boundaries. Levees containing the Sacramento River on the east and the River Branch Canal on the west have defined the edges of town for many years. Because these two levees are parallel to each other and are less than one-quarter mile apart, Princeton’s growth has been pushed to the north and south. Most homes are on parcels of 1/4-acre to 1/2-acre in size. Princeton also has a 4-unit apartment building, and a small mobile home park. Land uses in the District include commercial, industrial, parks and recreation, residential, and agricultural. Total of 230 acres are planned for both urban and agricultural-transitional type uses. SOI Determinations on Present and Planned Land Use for Princeton Fire Protection District Area SOI 1-1] The planned land uses for the Princeton area will allow growth but growth
will be limited by the slow growth of jobs in the area, the need to preserve agricultural land, and the lack of commercial services in the area.
6.4.3 Present and Probable Need for Public Facilities and Services in the for
Princeton Fire Protection District Area124 Need for services Clearly there will be a need for fire protection services now and in the future for the Princeton area. The challenge will be to maintain adequate service with an all-volunteer force. SOI Determination on Need for services SOI 2-1] The need for fire protection services for the Princeton area will remain for
the foreseeable future.
123 California Government Code Section 56425 (e)(1) 124 California Government Code Section 56425 (e)(2)
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6.4.4 Present Capacity of Public Facilities Present and Adequacy of Public Services125
Capacity Background The Princeton FPD has 15 volunteer fire fighters.126 This has proved adequate for the existing situation. However, the median age of a Princeton resident is 55.3 years compared to the California median age of 36.4 years.127 With an aging population in a small community it could be difficult to get volunteers in the future. SOI Determinations on Public Facilities Present and Future Capacity for Princeton Fire Protection District SOI 3-1] The capacity of the Princeton Fire Protection District is adequate for the
near future. The Automatic Mutual Aid agreement with the Sacramento River FPD for part of the District may need to be expanded to the entire District in the future.
6.4.5 Social or Economic Communities of Interest for Princeton Fire Protection District128
Princeton Community Background Princeton is a small community and the residents depend on services located in neighboring towns most of the time. The town is fortunate to have sewer and water service and a K-12 school. SOI Determinations on Social or Economic Communities of Interest for Princeton Fire Protection District SOI 4-1] The Fire Department is a focus for the larger community around
Princeton. The 2018 Audit reported that the District received $7,574 from Community Benefits (6.9% of the District income). 129
6.4.6 Disadvantaged Unincorporated Community (DUC) Status130 Disadvantaged Unincorporated Communities The Median Household Income in Princeton is $58,354 which is higher than 80% of the California Median Household Income at $56,982.131 Princeton Fire Protection District Disadvantaged Unincorporated Community Status SOI 5-1] Princeton is not a Disadvantaged Unincorporated Community because
the Median Household Income is slightly higher than 80% of the California Median Household Income.
125 California Government Code Section 56425 (e)(3) 126 Princeton Fire Protection District, Response to Colusa LAFCo Questionnaire, February 2019. 127 http://www.city-data.com/city/Princeton-California.html, April 18, 2019. 128 California Government Code Section 56425 (e)(4) 129 Princeton Fire District Audit for the period ended June 30, 2018, Colusa County Auditor, Prepared by Christine Doble, Accountant Auditor II, November 16, 2018, Exhibit B. 130 California Government Code Section 56425 (e)(5) 131 http://www.city-data.com/city/Princeton-California.html, April 17, 2019.
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7 SACRAMENTO RIVER FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT 7.1 Sacramento River Fire Protection District Area The Sacramento River Fire Protection District was formed in 1997 by consolidating the Colusa County Fire Protection District and the Grand Island Fire Protection District (both formed in 1928). The District includes land along the Sacramento River from the southern boundary of Colusa County almost to the northern boundary. The District includes land around the City of Colusa and the community of Grimes. The District also provides service to the Colusa Indian Community Cachil Dehe Wintun Reservations, the Colusa Casino Resort and a portion of the Colusa National Wildlife Refuge and several state and federal wildlife areas. The District may have access problems due to few County roads within the District and flooding or road damage caused by flooding. There is no demographic data specifically for the Sacramento River Fire Protection District. There are two State Highways that run through the District, State Route 45 and State Route 20. The Sacramento River Traverses the entire district from the North to the South. Data for tie community of Grimes is shown below: Grimes (formerly, Grimes Landing) is a census-designated place in Colusa County, California on the Southern Pacific Railroad. It lies at an elevation of 46 feet. On the outskirts of Grimes there is wildlife such as jackrabbits and coyotes. The two main roads that run through it are State Route 45 and Grimes-Arbuckle Road. Grimes's population was 391 at the 2010 census. The post office was established in 1883. Grimes is named after Cleaton Grimes, who obtained the townsite land in 1844.132 The 2010 Census reported that Grimes had a population of 391. The Census reported that there were 130 households, out of which 48 (36.9%) had children under the age of 18 living in them 33 households (25.4%) were made up of individuals and 12 (9.2%) had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The remaining households were two or more people living together. The average household size was 3.01. There were 91 families (70.0% of all households); the average family size was 3.70. The population was spread out in age as follows:
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AGE NUMBER PERCENT Under the age of 18 120 people 30.7% Aged 18 to 24 31 people 7.9% Aged 25 to 44 96 people 24.6% Aged 45 to 64, 104 people 26.6% 65 years of age or older 40 people 10.2% Total 391 people 100.0%
132 Durham, David L. (1998). California's Geographic Names: A Gazetteer of Historic and Modern Names of the State. Clovis, Calif.: Word Dancer Press. p. 495. ISBN 1-884995-14-4.
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The median age was 33.6 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.8 males. There were 145 housing units of which 130 were occupied, of which 71 (54.6%) were owner-occupied, and 59 (45.4%) were occupied by renters. The homeowner vacancy rate was 4.1%; the rental vacancy rate was 9.2%. There were 210 people (53.7% of the population) living in owner-occupied housing units and 181 people (46.3%) living in rental housing units. 7.2 Sacramento River Fire Protection District Background 7.2.1 Management and Board of Directors The Sacramento River Fire Protection District has the following mailing address and contact numbers: Sacramento River Fire Protection District 235 Market Street, Colusa, California, 95932 Phone: 530-458-0239 Fax: 530-458-0244 Email: [email protected] The Fire Chief is Jeffrey Winters. The Sacramento River Fire Protection District Directors are as follows:133 Director Position Term of Office Rande Brookins Director 11/4/2018 – 11/03/2022 John Garner Chair 07/18/2017 -- 07/ l 7/2021 Patty Hickel Secretary 11/ 16/2019 – 11/17/2023 John Miller Director 11/17/2016-11/16/2020 Roger Moore Director 11/16/2019 -- 11/17/2023 Stuart Angerer Director 09/10/2019 - 11/26/2021 John Zwald Vice-Chairman 11/19/2017 - 11/18/2021 7.2.2 Fire Stations Colusa Fire Station The Fire Station is located at 235 Market Street, Colusa, California with a 6,300 square foot structure constructed in 1967-68 on two parcels of land. The following renovations have been completed: 1) During the 2011-2012 fiscal year, the Colusa Fire Station training room and restrooms were remodeled by Matt Simmons Construction at a cost of $83,152. 2) During the 2012- 2013 fiscal year, the kitchen was remodeled by Matt Simmons Construction at a cost of $58,946.
133 Melissa Kitts, Deputy Clerk to the Board, COUNTY OF COLUSA BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, 547 Market Street, Ste. 102, Colusa, CA 95932, (530) 458-0735, [email protected]
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3) During the 2013-2014 fiscal year, the District spent $18,158 for the renovation project. 4) During the 2014-2015 fiscal year, phase III of the Colusa Station renovation project was completed at a total cost of $63,070. 5) The District approved phase IV of the renovation project to be completed by Matt Simmons Construction and not to exceed $81,250. The renovation was completed in fiscal year 2016-2017. 134 Grimes Fire Station
The Fire Station is located at 359 Main Street, Grimes, California with a 4,320 square foot structure constructed in 1963 on three parcels of land. In the 2006-2007 fiscal year, Matt Simmons Construction completed the renovation of the Grand Island Station at an approximate cost of $101,744. 135
7.2.3 Personnel The Sacramento River Fire Protection District has two paid fire fighters, the Fire Chief/CEO, Jeffrey Winters and fire captain Patrick Trotter. There are 32 volunteers. There are 9 Emergency Medical Technicians and 20 Emergency Medical First Responders. There is one part-time Secretary, two part-time Mechanics and one part-time Custodian. Dispatching services are provided by the Colusa County Sheriff’s Department. The District would like to hire three additional paid fire fighters to reduce response times.
7.2.4 Apparatus Fire Chief Jeffrey Winters reports the following equipment for the Sacramento River FPD:
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2009 Ford/Westate Air/Light Unit 1984 Ford/Van Pelt Type I Engine 750 2013 Ford HME Light Rescue 2015 International /HME Type I Engine 1250 1994 Freightliner/Westates Type I Engine 1250 1999 Ford/Westates Type III Engine 375 2003 Freightliner/Westates Type I Water Tender 750 2020 Chevrolet/ Staff Vehicle
134 Sacramento River Fire District Audit for the period ended June 30, 2018, Colusa County Auditor, Prepared by Christine Doble, Accountant Auditor II, November 14, 1018, Page 2. 135 Sacramento River Fire District Audit for the period ended June 30, 2018, Colusa County Auditor, Prepared by Christine Doble, Accountant Auditor II, November 14, 1018, Page 2. 136 Sacramento River Fire Protection District, Fax from Chief Winters, July 20, 2020.
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7.2.6 Collaboration
Coordination, communication and cooperation between the Fire Protection District, the City of Colusa, the Colusa County Waterworks District #1 (Grimes) and the Colusa County Public Works Department is essential to maintain and improve fire protection services.
7.2.7 Service Calls The Service Calls for 2018 were reported as follows:
Sacramento River Fire Protection District Service Calls 2019-20137 Type of Call Number Percent
Fires 27 9.6% EMS 187 48.7% Mutual Aid 47 12.2% Investigations 72 18.7% Public Assistance 27 7.0% Agency Assistance 2 0.5% Activated Alarm (Fire and EMS) 21 5.5% Rescue 1 0.2% TOTAL 384 100.0% As is the case with most fire Departments, the most common type of call is for medical emergencies. 7.2.8 Budget The Sacramento River Fire Protection District Budget is shown below in three tables. The first table shows the revenue and the second two tables show the expenses for the District.
137 Sacramento River Fire Protection District, Fax from Chief Winters, July 20, 2020.
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SACRAMENTO RIVER FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT FUND 03060
BUDGET 2020-21138 REVENUE 2015-16
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TAXES 410100 Prop Tax-Current Secured 101,708 106,418 95,000 410150 Prop Tax-Cur. Supplemental Secured 2,845 2,633 2,500 410200 Prop Tax-Current Unsecured 9,650 9,629 8,800 410250 Prop Tax-Current Sup. Unsecured 9 47 - 410300 Prop Tax-PY Secured (5,426) 410320 Prop Tax-PY Supplemental Sec 102 206 200 410400 Prop Tax-PY Unsecured 81 105 100 410450 Prop Tax-PY Sup. Unsecured 6 3 - 410510 Property Assessment 158,414 172,073 154,600 410530 Weed Abatements 8,722 11,882 8,000 410920 Co In-Lieu Taxes 37 37 35 TOTAL Taxes 276,148 303,033 269,235 Revenue from use of Money 441900 Interest 11,999 5,859 6,000 4419001 Interest Adjusted to Market Value (755) - TOTAL Revenue From Use Of Money 11,244 5,859 6,000 Aid Other Agency 452700 Fish &Game In Lieu 50 22 - 454510 Homeowners Prop Tax 890 963 250 455800 Wildlife-Fed In Lieu 440 - - 456021 Transfer From County General Fund 39,847 41,520 41,000 TOTAL Aid, Other Agency 39,847 42,405 41,250 467911 Fire Suppression 57,228 58,490 20,000 Other Revenue 479100 Sale of Fixed Assets 7,500 479310 Gifts and Donations 1,650 250 500 479320 Compensation Ins. Dividend 10,890 - 14,211 479360 Miscellaneous-Other Revenue 1,007 5,199 1,000 479380 Transfer In 17,365 30,000 TOTAL Other Revenue 38,412 5,449 45,711 TOTAL REVENUE 383.032 415.236 340,946
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SACRAMENTO RIVER FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT FUND 03060 BUDGET 2020-21139
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Salaries and Benefits 51010 Salaries and Wages 81,412 92,246.45 127,928 51011 Extra Help 25,000 44,678.66 25,000 51012 Overtime 3,282.51 3,588 51019 Health In-Lieu 6,000 5,643.00 9,595 51021 Retirement 7,000 6,372.08 0 51022 OASDI 13,000 11,236.97 11,852 51023 Unemployment Insurance - 51029 Group Insurance-Vision 12.91 51030 Group Insurance-Health 12,000 7,817.54 11,800 51031 Group Insurance-Life 54 54.00 115 51033 Group Insurance-Dental 550 581.30 600 51035 Workers’ Compensation 15,000 35,184.00 28,000 TOTAL Salaries and Benefits 160,016 20,7059.43 228,966 Services and Supplies 53050 Clothing & Personal Supplies 15,000 10,044.30 15,000 53060 Communications 9,000 8,755.50 9,000 53080 Food 500 251.17 500 53090 Household Expense 1,500 2,267.02 2,500 53100 Insurance 6,493 11,231.83 8,232 53120 Maintenance-Equipment 27,000 28,713.56 25,000 53121 Maintenance-Software 300 37.53 300 53130 Maintenance-Structures, Imp, Ground 5,000 2,248.66 4,000 53140 Medical, Dental & Lab Supplies 2,000 3,795.28 3,000 53150 Memberships 6,250 4,833.00 5,000 53163 Finance, Late Charges - - - 53170 Office Expense 3,500 2,379.37 3,500 53180 Prof/Specialized Services 5,000 2,260.67 3,000 53190 Publication and Legal Notices 500 40.00 500 53200 Rents and Leases Equipment 1,500 938.21 60,000 53220 Small Tools & Instruments 1,200 722.95 1,200 53230 Special Department Expenses 5,000 6,719.73 6,000 53231 Software 250 123.50 250 53250 Transportation & Travel 500 895.63 1,000 53251 Education & Training 3,000 2,814.00 3,000 53253 Fuel 10,500 9,071.73 9,500 53260 Utilities 22,000 20,519.40 21,000 TOTAL Services And Supplies 126,443 129,411.04 192,482
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SACRAMENTO RIVER FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT FUND 03060 BUDGET 2020-21140
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Fixed Assets 57001 Chair/Stool <$5,000 500 - 500 57011 Computer Equipment <$5,000 750 702.50 750 57014 Printers <$5,000 - - - 57018 Television <$5,000 - - - 57029 Hand Tools <$5,000 - - - 57039 Radios <$5,000 4,000 3,873.61 4,000 57050 Heater/AC/Fan <$5,000 - - - 57057 Camera/Equipment <$5,000 - - - 57058 Communication Equipment <$5,000 1,000 - 1,000 57059 Heavy Equipment <$5,000 - - - 57061 Medical Equipment <$5,000 2,000 - 1,000 57064 Misc. Equipment <$5,000 6,000 - 3,000 57144 Pick-Up /Truck (Misc.) >$5,000 - 53,589.74 - 57157 Camera/Equipment >$5,000 - - - 57360 Structures &Improvements <$5,000 2,000 - 2,000 57361 Structures &Improvements >$5,000 25,000 57370 Equipment 19,420 5,000 TOTAL Fixed Assets 213,500 58,165 192,750 EXPENDITURES, TRANSFER, RMB 59400 Contingency Appropriation 50,000 26,000 TOTAL EXPENDITURES/APPROPRIATIONS 581,602 394,635.94 640,506 NET COST 581,602 394,635.94 640,506 7.2.9 Audit The Audit for 2017-2018 for the Sacramento River Fire Protection District is shown below. The first two tables show the balance of funds for the District. The second two table show the funds actually received and the funds spent. This is a record of funds received and spent as opposed to a budget which is a plan for funding and spending.
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SACRAMENTO RIVER FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT (#03060-#03062) BALANCE SHEET As of June 30, 2018141
Cash on deposit within the Colusa County Treasury Fund #03060--General 964,659 Cash on deposit Colusa County Treasury Fund #03061--Capital Imp 73 Cash on deposit Colusa County Treasury Fund #03062--Dev Impact 5,595 Total Cash on deposit with County Treasurer 970,327 Gain/Loss Investment--Market Value GASB 31 (12,991) Fire Trucks/Vehicles $28,138 truck lease 2,370,767 Misc. Fire Equip 349,523 Office Equipment and Furnishings 50,269 Structures and Improvements-Colusa Station 359,920 Structures and Improvements-Grand Island Station ($23,689 Improve.) 140,558 Land-Colusa Station 15,000 Land-Grand Island 1,250 Total Fixed Assets $3,287,286 Total Assets $4,244,622 Liabilities Warrants Payable $506 Equity Gain/Loss investment Market Value @7/1/17 (2,827) Add/(Deduct) thru 6/30/18 (10,164) ($12,991) Fund Balance Available @ 7/1/17 #03060 751,327 Add/(Deduct) thru 6/30/18 0 751,327 Fund Balance Available @ 7/1/17 #03060 132,010 Add/(Deduct) thru 6/30/18 80,816 212,826 Fund Balance Unavailable @ 7/1/17 #03061 71 Add/(Deduct) thru 6/30/18 2 73 Fund Balance Unavailable @ 7/1/17 #03062 3,305 Add/(Deduct) thru 6/30/18 2,290 5,595 Fixed Assets Investment @ 7/1/17 3,232,457 Add/(Deduct) thru 6/30/18 54,830 3,287,286 Total Equity *$4,244,116 Total Liabilities and Equity $4,244,622
District Changes in Equity as of June 30 2018142 Invest
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$3,232,457 $71 3,305 $748,500 $132,010 $4,116,343
Add/(Ded) 54,830 2 2,290 (10,164) 80,816 127,774 Bal. @ 6/30/18
$3,287,286 $73 5,595 738,336 $212,826 *$4,244,116
* The Total Equity shown in the first table above is the same as the Total Equity shown in the second table above.
141 Sacramento River Fire District Audit for the period ended June 30, 2018, Colusa County Auditor, Prepared by Christine Doble, Accountant Auditor II, November 14, 2018, Exhibit A, Page 6. 142 Sacramento River Fire District Audit for the period ended June 30, 2018, Colusa County Auditor, Prepared by Christine Doble, Accountant Auditor II, November 14, 2018, Exhibit A, Page 6.
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Sacramento River Fire Protection District (#03060-#03062) General Fund #03060
Statement of Cash Receipts, Cash Disbursements and Cash Balances for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2018143
Available Cash in County Treasury, July 1, 2017 Fund #03060 $880,510 REVENUE FUND #03060 Actual Current Secured 112,702 Current Supplemental Secured 2,021 Current Unsecured 8,952 Current Supplemental Unsecured 55 Prior Year Supplemental Secured 217 Prior Year Unsecured 20 Prior Year Supplemental Unsecured 7 County In-Lieu Taxes 37
Total Taxes 124,011 Property Assessment 167,902 Weed Abatements 11,042 Interest Fund #03060 10,724 Interest Adjusted to Market Value GASB 34 (10,164) Homeowners Property Tax Relief 840 Wildlife In-Lieu-Federal 904 Fish and Game In-Lieu 22 Prop. 172-1/2% Sales Tax Public Safety- County 45,359 Fire Suppression 134,740 Gifts Donations 1,050 Compensation Insurance Dividend 17,420 Miscellaneous Revenue CCWD#1 well lease 301 Miscellaneous Other Revenue 60 Transfers In--Development Impact Fees Fund #03062 0
Total Fund #03060 Revenue 504,211
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Sacramento River Fire Protection District (#03060-#03062) General Fund #03060 Statement of Cash Receipts, Cash Disbursements and Cash Balances
for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2018144 DISBURSEMENTS Actual Salaries and wages 118,637 Extra Help 90,760 Health-In-Lieu 5,006 Retirement 9,012 OASDI 16,370 Unemployment Insurance (35) Group Insurance-Health 19,513 Group Insurance-Life 108 Group Insurance-Vision 153 Group Insurance-Dental 1,127 Worker’s Compensation 14,976 Total Salaries and Benefits 275,627 Clothing & Personal Supplies 6,147 Communications 7,762 Food 0 Household Expense 1,022 Liability Insurance 6,135 Maintenance of Equipment 19,331 Maintenance of Software 150 Maintenance of Structures/Grounds 7,212 Medical, Dental & Lab Supplies 1,267 Memberships 6,059 Office Expense 3,222 Professional & Special Services 1,929 Rents & Leases of Equipment—Air Gas 908 Small Tools & Instruments 2,070 Special Department Expenses 5,812 Education & Training 2,358 Fuel 8,465 Utilities 23,253 Total Disbursements 103,102
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7.3 Sacramento River Fire Protection District MSR 7.3.1 Growth and Population Projections for the District Area145 Sacramento River Fire Protection District Area Population Projections The Sacramento River Fire Protection District is the third largest fire protection agency in Colusa County behind the Williams Fire Protection Authority and the Maxwell Fire Protection District at 130,430 acres, the potential for population growth is not large because the majority of the land is zoned for agricultural uses. MSR Determinations on Growth and Population Projections for the Sacramento River Fire Protection District Area MSR 1-1) The population of the Sacramento River Fire Protection District is
expected to grow slowly. 7.3.2 Location and Characteristics of any Disadvantaged Unincorporated
Communities (DUC) within or Contiguous to District146 Determination of Sacramento River Fire Protection District Area Disadvantaged Unincorporated Community Status The Median Household Income levels for Colusa and Grimes are shown below: Colusa Median Household Income $56,704147 Grimes Median Household Income $41,857148 California Median Household Income $56,982149 80%=$56,982 Both the Colusa Median Household Income and the Grimes Median Household Income are below 80% of the California Median Household Income. However, it would not be possible to annex the area within the Sacramento River Fire Protection District to the City of Colusa. Recent Reorganizations removing territory from the Sacramento River FPD include the Colusa Industrial Properties, the Colusa Sacramento River State Recreation Area, the Vann property on Highway 20 and the Maxwell Fire Protection District reorganization. MSR Determinations on Disadvantaged Unincorporated Communities near Sacramento River Fire Protection District MSR 2-1) Although the Sacramento River Fire Protection District may qualify as a
Disadvantaged Unincorporated Community it would not be possible or desirable to annex this area to the City of Colusa.
7.3.3 Capacity and Infrastructure for Sacramento River Fire Protection District 150 Infrastructure
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The Sacramento River FPD has improved the fire stations and acquired the necessary equipment to serve the area. MSR Determinations on Infrastructure for Sacramento River Fire Protection District
MSR 3-1) The Sacramento River Fire Protection District has sufficient capacity and appropriate fire stations and equipment to serve the area within the District and to provide Mutual Aide.
7.3.4 Financial Ability to Provide Services151 Financial Considerations for Sacramento River Fire Protection District The Sacramento River FPD has sufficient finances to maintain the present level of service. The District would like to add additional paid staff but this would require additional financial resources. MSR Determinations on Financing for Sacramento River Fire Protection District MSR 4-1) The Sacramento River FPD has adequate finances to maintain the
present level of service.
7.3.5 Status of and Opportunities for Shared Facilities152
Sacramento River Fire Protection Facilities The Sacramento River FPD shares facilities through mutual aid assistance to other districts. MSR Determinations on Shared Facilities for Sacramento River Fire Protection District MSR 5-1) The Sacramento River Fire Protection District shares apparatus and
personnel with other districts through mutual aid assistance. The District does not share facilities with other fire agencies.
MSR 5-2) The Sacramento River Fire Protection District works with the Colusa
County Auditor’s office to prepare budgets, pay bills and audits. 7.3.6 Accountability for Community Service Needs, Government Structure and
Operational Efficiencies 153 Government Structure The Sacramento River FPD has a seven member board of directors to provide more citizen involvement. MSR Determinations on Local Accountability and Governance MSR 6-1) The Sacramento River FPD is fortunate to have a seven member Board
of Directors. MSR 6-2) The Sacramento River FPD could benefit from a website or a shared
website with other fire protection districts in Colusa County.
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7.4 Sacramento River Fire Protection SOI 7.4.1 Recommendation for Sacramento River Fire Protection District Sphere of
Influence The Sphere of Influence for the Sacramento River Fire Protection District should remain the same as the present boundary of the District. The Sacramento River FPD can work with other districts and the City of Colusa through mutual aid agreements. 7.4.2 Present and Planned Land Uses in the Sacramento River Fire Protection
District Area, Including Agricultural and Open Space Lands154 County General Plan and Zoning for Sacramento River Fire Protection District SOI Area Land use in the Sacramento River Fire Protection District is governed by the Colusa County General Plan. The predominant land use designation in the District is Exclusive Agriculture. However, the land within the community of Grimes and surrounding the City of Colusa is designated for residential, commercial and industrial development. Land around the City of Colusa is designated for rural residential development. Land around the City of Colusa may also be included in the City’s General Plan as part of the Planning Area, which is larger than the City Limits. SOI Determinations on Present and Planned Land Use for Sacramento River Fire Protection District Area SOI 1-1] The majority of the land within the Sacramento River FPD will remain
zoned for agricultural uses except for the area of Grimes and some areas around the City of Colusa.
SOI 1-2] The Sacramento River FPD should remain in contact with the Colusa
County Planning Department regarding potential land use and zoning changes within the District.
7.4.3 Present and Probable Need for Public Facilities and Services in the
Sacramento River Fire Protection District Area155 Need for Sacramento River FPD There is a need for the Sacramento River FPD and the need will continue into the future. SOI Determinations on Need for Fire Protection Service SOI 2-1] There is a need for the Sacramento River Fire Protection District and the
need will continue into the future. 7.4.4 Present Capacity of Public Facilities Present and Future Adequacy of
Public Services156 Capacity Background 154 California Government Code Section 56425 (e)(1) 155 California Government Code Section 56425 (e)(2) 156 California Government Code Section 56425 (e)(3)
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The capacity of the Sacramento River Fire Protection District is adequate at the present time but may be tested in the future if the number of volunteers declining. Recruitment and Detentionis an ongoing process. The district presently has 32 volunteers. Ideally the District should have 50 volunteers. The District has been able to maintain the fire apparatus and equipment replacement program. This program is also being tested with the increase in costs and declining budgets. SOI Determinations on Public Facilities Present and Future Capacity for Sacramento River Fire Protection District SOI 3-1] The Capacity of the Sacramento River Fire Protection District is limited by
the fact that there is only one paid fire fighter and the remainder of the force is volunteer. Every effort will have to be made to support the volunteers to maintain training and availability.
7.4.5 Social or Economic Communities of Interest for Sacramento River Fire
Protection District157 Sacramento River Fire Protection District Community Background The Sacramento River FPD includes a diverse community including the small community of Grimes and residents around the City of Colusa. The Fire Department will have to work to maintain support in the various parts of the District. SOI Determinations on Social or Economic Communities of Interest for Sacramento River Fire Protection District SOI 4-1] The Sacramento River FPD includes an especially diverse community
and the District will have to work to maintain communication and cohesion among both volunteers and residents within the District.
7.4.6 Disadvantaged Unincorporated Community (DUC) Status158 Sacramento River Fire Protection District Disadvantaged Unincorporated Community Status The Median Household Income levels for Colusa and Grimes are shown below: Colusa Median Household Income $56,704159 Grimes Median Household Income $41,857160 California Median Household Income $56,982161 80%=$56,982 Both the Colusa Median Household Income and the Grimes Median Household Income are below 80% of the California Median Household Income. However, it would not be possible to annex the area within the Sacramento River Fire Protection District to the City of Colusa since the district contains large areas west, north and south of the city. SOI Determination on DUC Status
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SOI 5-1] Although the Sacramento River Fire Protection District may qualify as a Disadvantaged Unincorporated Community it would not be possible or desirable to annex this large area to the City of Colusa.
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8 WILLIAMS FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT (THE CITY OF WILLIAMS AND THE WFPD HAVE FORMED A JPA FOR FIRE AND EMS SERVICES)
8.1 Williams Background 8.1.1 City of Williams Location The City of Williams lies on the west side of the Sacramento River Valley and near the western edge of the Sacramento Valley. The City is centrally located within Colusa County, at the junction of Interstate 5 (I-5) and State Highway 20. It is approximately 70 miles northwest of Sacramento. Williams is an agriculturally oriented community. Rice, tomatoes, vine and seed crops, walnuts, almonds, hay, grain, and cattle are raised in the area surrounding the City. The average rainfall is 16 inches annually. Temperatures are moderate, although on rare occasions the winter temperature may dip below freezing and in the summer the temperature may reach 110 degrees.162 8.1.2 City of Williams History Williams was established in 1876, when landowner W.H. Williams drew up plans for a town at the proposed Northern Railway depot some ten miles north of Arbuckle. By the time the tracks reached Williams in the early summer of 1877, the new town was well on its way to becoming a major agricultural processing and distribution center. The decline of river traffic on the Sacramento River and the redrawing of the County’s northern boundary made Williams the County’s transportation hub and geographic center. The town’s early success was built on the railroad and the grain products grown in the surrounding farm areas. Rice and tomatoes became the predominant farm crops during the 1900’s. With the decline of rail traffic, the town remained a transportation hub by virtue of its location at the crossroads on I-5 and State Highway 20. The City of Williams is the gateway to the Northern California hunting and fishing recreational opportunities. Also, pheasant and dove hunting is available in the area. The nearby foothill regions provide deer, elk and wild boar. The Sacramento River, 10 miles east, provides Salmon, Striper, Steelhead and Sturgeon fishing. Catfish abound in area canals and there is Trout fishing within easy driving distance. Numerous hunting clubs and game preserves are located in the near-by vicinity.163 8.1.3 City of Williams Population Data The population of Williams was 5,123 at the 2010 census, up from 3,670 at the 2000 census. The Census reported that 5,014 people (97.9% of the population) lived in households, 23 (0.4%) lived in non-institutionalized group quarters (such as assisted living), and 86 (1.7%) were institutionalized (in a jail or a nursing home). There were 1,369 households, out of which 782 (57.1%) had children under the age of 18 living in them, 185 households (13.5%) were made up of individuals and 73 (5.3%) had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The remaining households
162 City of Williams, http://www.cityofwilliams.org/community/about-williams.htm, September 27, 2010. 163 City of Williams, http://www.cityofwilliams.org/community/about-williams.htm, September 27, 2010.
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were two or more people living together. The average household size was 3.66. There were 1,130 families (82.5% of all households); the average family size was 4.04. The population was spread out in age as follows:
CITY OF WILLIAMS AGE DISTRIBUTION 2010
Under the age of 18 1,701 people 33.3% Aged 18 to 24 588 people 11.5% Aged 25 to 44 1,442 people 28.1% Aged 45 to 64 965 people 18.8% 65 years of age or older 427 people 8.3% Total 5,123 people 100.0% The median age was 28.3 years. For every 100 females, there were 108.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 106.9 males. There were 1,487 housing units of which 1,369 were occupied, 832 (60.8%) were owner-occupied, and 537 (39.2%) were occupied by renters. The homeowner vacancy rate was 3.8%; the rental vacancy rate was 4.4%. There were 3,011 people (58.8% of the population) living in owner-occupied housing units and 2,003 people (39.1%) living in rental housing units. The Williams Fire Protection Authority estimates that the population served is 6,200 within 343 square miles.164 8.2 Williams Fire Protection Authority 8.2.1 Williams Fire Protection Authority Background The Williams Fire Protection District was formed in 1928. The Williams Fire Protection Authority Joint Powers Agreement was adopted between the Williams FPD and the City of Williams in 1994. It may seem cumbersome that the Williams FPD and the City of Williams remain separate in terms of taxing, budgeting, and government but the JPA allows the Fire Department to function as one unit under the direction of the Fire Chief, Jeff Gilbert and the JPA Board of Directors. 8.2.2 Management and Board of Directors165 The Williams Fire Protection District (WFPD) Board Members are as follows: Allen Gobel 6/30/16- 6/29/20 Doug Turner 7/18/15 – 7/17/21 Sam Reynolds 7/18/17 – 7/17/21 Brett Mayes 8/8/17 – 8/7/21 Donald Bright 8/11/15 – 7/17/21 The Williams Fire Protection Authority (WFPA) Board members are as follows: Allen Gobel, Doug Turner, Williams Fire Protection District
164 Williams Fire Protection Authority, Response to Colusa LAFCo Questionnaire, February, 2019. 165 Williams Fire Protection Authority, Response to Colusa LAFCo Questionnaire, February, 2019.
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John Troughton, Robert Mendoza, City of Williams Mike Charter, Volunteer Association 8.2.3 Fire Stations The fire station is described by Chief Gilbert as follows: 166
The WFPA currently operates out of one fire station in the City of Williams that is approximately 9100 square feet. There is no room to expand and the station is shared with Williams City Hall. The WFPA owns a one (1) acre parcel on the corner of Husted Road and Ella Street on the east side of Interstate 5. With the continued amount of commercial and residential growth on the east side of the City the need to get a substation built in the next 2 years will be a priority. All of the mapping and elevations have been completed and a tentative design has been done. The one (1) acre site will also allow for the development of a training site for all Colusa County fire departments.
8.2.4 Personnel The Williams Fire Protection Authority includes a full-time Fire Chief, four shift personnel (one on duty 24 hours a day); a 30 hour per week Financial Officer and 34 volunteer fire fighters. The Fire Chief reports that “The average number of volunteers that respond to incidents has decreased as the number of incidents has increased. It would be a goal to have two (2) personnel on shift 24 hours a day in the next two years.”167 The Williams Fire Protection Authority website is www.williamsfireprotectionauthority.org the WFA address is 810 E. Street, Williams, Ca 95987 and their phone number is 530.473.2269 8.2.5 Equipment The Williams FPA reports the following equipment: 168 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe Command 2017 Ferrara Type 1 engine 1250 GPM 2016 Dodge Utility Pickup 2015 Ferrara Type 2 engine 750 GPM 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe Command 2011 Ferrara Heavy Rescue 2007 Ferrara 77 foot ladder truck 2000GPM 2006 Ferrara Type 2 engine 750 GPM 2006 Burtons Water Tender 3000 Gallon 500 GPM 2005 Ferrara Type 1 engine 1250 GPM 8.2.6 Dispatch
166 Williams Fire Protection Authority, Response to Colusa LAFCo Questionnaire, February, 2019. 167 Williams Fire Protection Authority, Response to Colusa LAFCo Questionnaire, February, 2019. 168 Williams Fire Protection Authority, Response to Colusa LAFCo Questionnaire, February, 2019.
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Dispatch is provided by the Colusa County Sherriff Department. The Williams FPA believes that “There is a need for additional dispatchers and updating the computer CAD system so we can have access to call information through vehicle computers and Mobile Data Terminals.” 169 8.2.7 Collaboration
The Williams Fire Protection Authority participates in the Colusa County Fire Chiefs Association. 8.2.8 Service Calls The Service calls for 2018 are reported as follows: 170 201 Fire related 595 Medical related 84 Other 880 Total 618 City 139 Rural 61 SRA 62 Mutual Aid 880 Total There are 6.07 Average personnel per call. The Averages are approximately 12 for structure fires. The ISO Rating is 3 in City, 5 out to the distance of 5 miles from fire station. There is no water storage on the east side of Interstate 5 which causes limited fire flows in this area. 8.2.9 Budget The Budget for the Williams Fire Protection Authority is shown below. Both the City of Williams and the Williams Fire Protection District contribute funds to the budget.
169 Williams Fire Protection Authority, Response to Colusa LAFCo Questionnaire, February, 2019. 170 Williams Fire Protection Authority, Response to Colusa LAFCo Questionnaire, February, 2019.
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WILLIAMS FIRE PROTECTION AUTHORITY
2020-2021 BUDGET 2017-2018 2020-2021 INCOME City of Williams 348,280.00 391,293.00 Williams Fire Protection District 116,093.00 130,431.00 Fire Assessment 153,806.00 182,484.00 Fees for Service - 10,000 Prior Year Carryover 32,757.00 13,747 TOTAL INCOME $650,936.00 $737,955.00 EXPENSES Salary-Fire Chief 79,342.00 85,342.00 Wages-Shift Personnel 192,381.00 204,064.00 Wages-Relief Shifts 6,000.00 8,000.00 Wages Financial Officer 40,544.00 46,800.00 Wages-Duty Officers 12,000.00 12,000.00 Payroll Taxes-Regular Payroll 9,498.00 11,673.00 Employee Benefits 88,800.00 96,000.00 Retirement 35,472.00 42,811.00 Worker’s Compensation Insurance 33,078.00 31,179.00 Clothing-Station Wear 4,000.00 4,000.00 Clothing PPE 3,000.00 5,000.00 Communications 4,000.00 5,000.00 Telephone 4,500.00 4,500.00 Utilities 14,000.00 16,000.00 Professional Services 8,000.00 10,000.00 Assessment Administration 10,306.00 11,662.00 Building Maintenance 5,000.00 5,000.00 Vehicle Maintenance 12,000.00 25,000.00 Equipment Maintenance 6,000.00 10,000.00 Insurance 26,615.00 37,424.00 Memberships 2,900.00 3,000.00 Fuel 13,000.00 15,000.00 Special Department Expense 4,000.00 4,000.00 Office Expense 5,000.00 3,000.00 Small Tools 2,000.00 3,000.00 F.F. Physicals Fit Testing 6,000.00 6,000.00 Capital Expense 2,500 5,000.00 Training 5,000.00 5,000.00 Fire Prevention 1,000.00 1,000.00 Volunteer Memberships 7,000.00 6,000.00 Medical Supplies 6,000.00 6,000.00 Rehabilitation 2,000.00 TOTAL EXPENSES $650,936.00 $737,955.00
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8.3 MSR Williams Fire Protection Authority 8.3.1 Growth and Population Projections for the Williams Fire Protection
Authority Area171 Williams Fire Protection Authority Area Population Projections The Williams area will grow in population primarily due to growth within the City of Williams. The City of Williams Housing Element estimates that there are 233.58 vacant acres within the City which would allow approximately 1,091 additional residential units to be built.172 This would allow another 2,000 to 3,000 residents within the City of Williams. MSR Determinations on Growth and Population Projections for the Williams Fire Protection Authority Area MSR 1-1) The Williams Fire Protection Authority is working with the City of Williams
to provide an additional fire station and water storage on the East Side of Interstate 5 to be prepared for additional housing development.
8.3.2 Location and Characteristics of any Disadvantaged Unincorporated
Communities (DUC) within or Contiguous to Williams Fire Protection Authority 173
Determination of Williams Fire Protection Authority Area Disadvantaged Unincorporated Community (DUC) Status Median Household Income: Williams: $59,367174 CA: $71,228 80%: $56,982 The City of Williams is an incorporated City therefore it cannot be a DUC. MSR Determinations on Disadvantaged Unincorporated Communities near Williams Fire Protection Authority MSR 2-1) The Williams Fire Protection Authority includes the City of Williams so it is
not a Disadvantaged Unincorporated Community. 8.3.3 Capacity and Infrastructure for Williams Fire Protection Authority 175 Infrastructure The infrastructure for the Williams Fire Protection Authority needs to be upgraded in the near future including construction of an additional fire station and water storage facilities.
171 California Government Code Section 56430. (a) (1) 172 City of Williams, 2010-2030 General Plan, Chapter 9: 2014-2019 Housing Element, Adopted September 21, 2016, Page 75. 173 California Government Code Section 56430. (a) (2) 174 www.city-data.com/city/Williams-California.html, April 29, 2019. 175 California Government Code Section 56430. (a) (3)
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MSR Determinations on Infrastructure for Williams Fire Protection Authority MSR 3-1) The Williams Fire Protection Authority needs to work with the City of
Williams to make sure that there is a long range plan to develop needed infrastructure.
8.3.4 Financial Ability to Provide Services176 Financial Considerations for Williams Fire Protection Authority The Williams Fire Protection Authority has adequate funding for a staff of five paid fire fighters; additional funds will be needed to pay for additional paid staff. The City of Williams will pay for the majority of the expense because they serve a greater population than in the rural part of the service area. MSR Determinations on Financing for Williams Fire Protection Authority MSR 4-1) The Williams Fire Protection Authority will face increasing expenses in the
future to fund additional staff. 8.3.5 Status of and Opportunities for Shared Facilities177 Facilities The Williams Fire Protection Authority works with the City of Williams, the Williams Fire Protection District and the County of Colusa Auditor’s Office. The Williams Fire Protection Authority also works with other Fire Departments through Mutual Aid agreements. MSR Determinations on Shared Facilities for District MSR 5-1) The Williams Fire Protection Authority works with other agencies to the
extent possible but that does not negate the need for staff and equipment based in Williams to protect the Williams area.
8.3.6 Accountability for Community Service Needs, Government Structure and
Operational Efficiencies 178 Government Structure The government for the Williams Fire Protection Authority is a JPA or Joint Powers Authority. This may seem cumbersome but it allows the City of Williams and the Willows Fire Protection District to work together. MSR Determinations on Local Accountability and Governance MSR 6-1) The Williams Fire Protection Authority has a Board made up of two
representatives from the City of Williams, two representatives from the Williams Fire Protection District and one member from the Volunteer Association.
MSR 6-2) The Williams Rural Fire Protection district, the City of Williams and the Williams Fire Protection Authority have websites.
176 California Government Code Section 56430. (a) (4) 177 California Government Code Section 56430. (a)(5) 178 California Government Code Section 56430. (a)(6).
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8.4 Williams Fire Protection Authority SOI 8.4.1 Recommendation for Williams Fire Protection Authority Sphere of Influence The Williams Fire Protection Authority Sphere of Influence should be the same as the present boundary. 8.4.2 Present and Planned Land Uses in the Williams Fire Protection Authority
Area, Including Agricultural and Open Space Lands179 General Plan and Zoning for Williams Fire Protection Authority SOI Area The City of Williams has a General Plan for the City and the area potentially within the City. The County of Colusa has the surrounding area planned and zoned for agriculture. SOI Determinations on Present and Planned Land Use for Williams Fire Protection Authority Area SOI 1-1] The area within the City of Williams may become more developed but the
area within the County will remain in agriculture. 8.4.3 Present and Probable Need for Public Facilities and Services in the
Williams Fire Protection Authority Area180 Need Clearly there is a need for the Williams Fire Protection Authority and the Authority allows the City of Williams and the County to work together to meet the needs for fire protection services. SOI Determinations on Need for Williams Fire Protection Authority SOI 2-1] The Williams Fire Protection Authority meets the need for fire protection
for the City of Williams and for the surrounding County area. 8.4.4 Present Capacity of Public Facilities Present and Adequacy of Public
Services181 Capacity Background The Fire Protection Authority structure allows the area to be served with paid and volunteer staff and with paid staff available 24 hours per day, seven days per week. SOI Determinations on Public Facilities Present and Future Capacity for Williams Fire Protection Authority SOI 3-1] The present capacity of the Williams Fire Protection Authority is adequate
with one fire station and both paid and volunteer staff. SOI 3-2] The Williams Fire Protection Authority would like to increase capacity by
adding a second fire station and more paid staff in the future.
179 California Government Code Section 56425 (e)(1) 180 California Government Code Section 56425 (e)(2) 181 California Government Code Section 56425 (e)(3)
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8.4.5 Social or Economic Communities of Interest for Williams Fire Protection Authority182
Williams Fire Protection Authority Community Background The Williams Fire Protection Authority serves the City of Williams and the surrounding area. This area is focused on Williams and the social, commercial, educational and community activities there. SOI Determinations on Social or Economic Communities of Interest for Williams Fire Protection Authority SOI 4-1] The City of Williams and the surrounding area have civic, social, religious,
economic, commercial and industrial activities to unite the community. 8.4.6 Disadvantaged Unincorporated Community (DUC) Status183 Disadvantaged Unincorporated Communities Median Household Income: Williams: $59,367184 CA: $67,739 80%: $54,191 The City of Williams is an incorporated City therefore it cannot be a DUC. Williams Fire Protection Authority Disadvantaged Unincorporated Community Status SOI 5-1] The Williams Fire Protection Authority includes the City of Williams so it is
not a Disadvantaged Unincorporated Community.
182 California Government Code Section 56425 (e)(4) 183 California Government Code Section 56425 (e)(5) 184 www.city-data.com/city/Williams-California.html, April 29, 2019.
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9 CITY OF COLUSA (Determinations are included in the City’s MSR and SOi (adopted on March 4, 2010 & February 2, 2012 respectively) The City of Colusa describes the Fire Department on the website as follows:
In 1873, 34 men agreed to form the first fire company that is now known as the COLUSA FIRE DEPARTMENT. Since that time, the Colusa Fire Department has maintained a tradition of unyielding service to the citizens of Colusa. The department is a combination of paid and volunteer personnel which encompasses a paid staff of five (5) and a volunteer roster of twenty-five (25). From human-driven hose carts to current state-of-the-art firefighting equipment, the Colusa Fire Department has always maintained a vision of meeting today's challenges and preparing for tomorrow's. Technology is ever-changing, but the tradition of the Fire Service and the commitment to life, property, and fellowship never dies. From those first 34 men, to the current roster, many citizens have shown extraordinary devotion to the Fire Service, giving countless hours to the safety and well-being of Colusa. Emergency Medical Services has grown to become an integral part of the Fire Service. The Colusa Fire Department has met the challenge in stride. Responding not only to fires, but medical emergencies as well. Colusa Fire Department was the first fire department in Colusa County to acquire and train their personnel in the use of an Automated External Defibrillator. This is one of many achievements for Colusa Fire in striving to protect the lives of the citizens of Colusa. Over the years, the Colusa Fire Department has seen nine (9) Fire Chiefs. The current Fire Chief is:
Fire Chief Logan Conley [email protected] Colusa Fire Department, 750 Market Street, Colusa, CA 95932 Phone: 530-458-7721, Fax: 530-458-5883 Facebook link: Colusa City Firefighters Association
Under the leadership of the Fire Chief, the Department undertakes many missions including: Fire Prevention Fire suppression EMS Commercial Inspections Pre-Fire Planning Fire Apparatus Org Structure Aerial Truck Training Stats/Calls Fire Prevention OES Weed Abatement ISO Rating CCFA Rescue Colusa Fire Department Mission Statement: "To provide effective emergency services for the control and reduction of the impacts from fire, medical emergency, hazardous material, terrorism, and natural or man-made disasters for our community. This mission is
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carried out through prevention, suppression, training standards, and information & education programs."185 9.2 Map of the Adopted Sphere of Influence for the City of Colusa
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10 GLENN-COLUSA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
The Glenn-Colusa Fire Protection District has a fire station in Butte City. The District is mostly in Glenn County and partly in Colusa County and is, therefore, under Glenn LAFCo for adoption of the Sphere of Influence. A small amount of information is included below but no determinations are required to be made by Colusa LAFCo. 10.1 Butte City Community Background Butte City (formerly, Butte) is an unincorporated community in Glenn County. It is located on the east bank of the Sacramento River, 11 miles south-east of Willows at an elevation of 89 feet. The first post office at Butte City was established in 1883.186 Butte City is located on the east side of the Sacramento River, south of State Highway 162. There are 46 housing units in Butte City, including 13 mobile homes. Water service is supplied by the Butte City Community Services District. Wastewater disposal is provided by individual septic tanks. There are commercial uses, a fire station and a post office located in Butte City as well as a County boat ramp on the Sacramento River.187 10.2 Glenn-Colusa Fire Protection District 10.2.1 History of Glenn-Colusa Fire Protection District The Glenn-Colusa Fire Protection District has a fire station in Butte City in Glenn County but the District includes land within Colusa County. Glenn LAFCO is responsible to prepare an MSR and a Sphere of Influence for the Glenn-Colusa Fire Protection District because the majority of the land within the District is within Glenn County. The Glenn-Colusa Fire Protection District was formed on September 23, 1935 by a resolution of the Glenn County Board of Supervisors. The response time to calls in the town of Butte City is three to five minutes. Response time to calls in the rural area is longer, from ten to fifteen minutes to the most remote part of the District. The ISO rating is 8. There are flooding problems in the winter. 10.2.2 Glenn-Colusa Fire Protection District Board The Board of Directors for the Glenn-Colusa FPD is as follows:188 Leroy J. Beck, 8629 County Rd. 67, Butte City CA 95920 Term expires 12-6-2019 Leroy D. Beck, 8520 County Rd. 67, Butte City CA 95920 Term expires 12-6-2019 Glenn Huffman, 5002 River Road Colusa, CA Term expires 12-3-2021 Phone: 530-458-2057 The Glenn-Colusa Fire Protection District Board of Directors meets as needed. The Board often meets at the same time as the training meeting. The Mailing Address is as follows: Glenn-Colusa Fire Protection District, PO Box 130, Butte City CA 95920 186 Durham, David L. (1998). California's Geographic Names: A Gazetteer of Historic and Modern Names of the State. Clovis, Calif.: Word Dancer Press. p. 204. ISBN 1-884995-14-4. 187Glenn County General Plan, Environmental Setting Technical Paper, January 22, 1993, Page 47. 188 Glenn County Elections Office, Phone 530-934-6414, March 26, 2019
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The Fire Chief is Troy Hansen, Phone 530-517-0608 10.2.3 Glenn-Colusa Fire Protection District Equipment189 The Glenn-Colusa Fire Protection District has the following equipment: Date Acquired Vehicle Value 09-21-77 1977Chevrolet Pick-up 11,390.00 05/26/88 1977Kenworth Water Tender 55,903.00 01/23/02 Freightliner Truck 168,812.00 07/06/07 1985 International Truck 8,000.00 Total 244,105.00 Fixed Assets Fire House 31,148.00 Land 700.00 Total 31,848.00 All Assets Cost: 275,953.00 June 30, 1918 Depreciated Value: 275,253.00 10.2.4 Glenn-Colusa Fire Protection District Finances Budget
Glenn Colusa Fire Protection District Budget 2018-2019190 REVENUE 2016-17
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Taxes 14010 Current Secured 33,103 28,250 26,500 14020 Current Unsecured 1,747 1,300 1,400 14030 Prior Secured Tax (146) 14040 Prior Unsecured Tax 31 14046 SB813 Current Secured 451 - - 14047 SB813 Current Unsecured 9 14048 SB813 Prior Secured 102 14049 SB813 Prior Unsecured 5 14079 VLF in lieu Property Tax 2 Total Taxes 35,304 29,550 27,900 44300 Interest 912 400 120 52240 State In-Lieu Tax 399 400 - 52580 HOPTR 339 350 300 52820 Public Safety Sales Tax 1,105 1,200 1,200 54621 US Fish & Wildlife 3 - - Total Intergovernmental Revenue 1,846 1,950 1,500 66550 Other Charges for Services 2,000 - - 66552 Miscellaneous Revenue (147) Total Charges for Current Services 1,853 Miscellaneous Revenues 74121 A-87 Cost Allocation rebate 475 Total Miscellaneous Revenues 475 189 Glenn County Department of Finance, Willows California, Humberto Medina, CPA Assistant Director of Finance, (530) 934-6476, ext. 011502, E-mail: [email protected], February 27, 2019. 190 Glenn County Department of Finance, Willows California, Humberto Medina, CPA Assistant Director of Finance, (530) 934-6476, ext. 011502, E-mail: [email protected], February 27, 2019.
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TOTAL REVENUES 40,390 31,900 29,520
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Salaries and Benefits 01050 Worker Compensation Insurance 4,968 5,100 4,968 Total Salaries and Benefits 4,968 5,100 4,968 Services and Supplies 03120 Communications - 430 430 03150 Insurance 3,344 2,885 2,885 03170 Maintenance-Equipment 300 334 334 03230 Professional Services - 1,500 1,500 03280 Special Department Expense - 5,500 5,032 04300 Utilities 1,129 1,036 1,036 Total Services and Supplies 4,773 11,685 11,217 Other Charges 05700 Administrative Expense 1,105 1,200 1,200 05730 A-87 Cost Allocation - 192 184 Total Other Charges 1,105 1,392 1,384 Total Expenses 10,846 18,177 17,569 Net County Return/(Cost) 29,544 13,723 11,951 Audit The audits for the Colusa County fire protection districts were supplied by the Colusa County Auditor-Controller. The Glenn County Department of Finance does not perform audits for the special districts in Glenn County.
191 Glenn County Department of Finance, Willows California, Humberto Medina, CPA Assistant Director of Finance, (530) 934-6476, ext. 011502, E-mail: [email protected], February 27, 2019.
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APPENDIX A LOCAL GOVERNEMENT SPENDING ISSUES 1 Municipal Financial Constraints Municipal service providers are constrained in their capacity to finance services by the inability to increase property taxes, requirements for voter approval for new or increased taxes, and requirements of voter approval for parcel taxes and assessments used to finance services. Municipalities must obtain majority voter approval to increase or impose new general taxes and two-thirds voter approval for special taxes. Limitations on property tax rates and increases in taxable property values are financing constraints. Property tax revenues are subject to a formulaic allocation and are vulnerable to State budget needs. Agencies formed since the adoption of Proposition 13 in 1978 often lack adequate financing. 1.1 California Local Government Finance Background The financial ability of the cities and special districts to provide services is affected by financial constraints. City service providers rely on a variety of revenue sources to fund city operating costs as follows:
• Property Taxes • Benefit Assessments • Special Taxes • Proposition 172 Funds • Other contributions from city or district general funds.
As a funding source, property taxes are constrained by statewide initiatives that have been passed by voters over the years and special legislation. Seven of these measures are explained below: A. Proposition 13 Proposition 13 (which California voters approved in 1978) has the following three impacts:
• Limits the ad valorem property tax rate • Limits growth of the assessed value of property • Requires voter approval of certain local taxes.
Generally, this measure fixes the ad valorem tax at one percent of value; except for taxes to repay certain voter approved bonded indebtedness. In response to the adoption of Proposition 13, the Legislature enacted Assembly Bill 8 (AB 8) in 1979 to establish property tax allocation formulas. B. AB 8 Generally, AB 8 allocates property tax revenue to the local agencies within each tax rate area based on the proportion each agency received during the three fiscal years preceding adoption of Proposition 13. This allocation formula benefits local agencies, which had relatively high tax rates at the time Proposition 13 was enacted.
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C. Proposition 98 Proposition 98, which California voters approved in 1988, requires the State to maintain a minimum level of school funding. In 1992 and 1993, the Legislature began shifting billions of local property taxes to schools in response to State budget deficits. Local property taxes were diverted from local governments into the Educational Revenue Augmentation Fund (ERAF) and transferred to school districts and community college districts to reduce the amount paid by the State general fund. Local agencies throughout the State lost significant property tax revenue due to this shift. Proposition 172 was enacted to help offset property tax revenue losses of cities and counties that were shifted to the ERAF for schools in 1992. D. Proposition 172 Proposition 172, enacted in 1993, provides the revenue of a half-cent sales tax to counties and cities for public safety purposes, including police, fire, district attorneys, corrections and lifeguards. Proposition 172 also requires cities and counties to continue providing public safety funding at or above the amount provided in FY 92-93. E. Proposition 218 Proposition 218, which California voters approved in 1996, requires voter- or property owner-approval of increased local taxes, assessments, and property-related fees. A two-thirds affirmative vote is required to impose a Special Tax, for example, a tax for a specific purpose such as a fire district special tax. However, majority voter approval is required for imposing or increasing general taxes such as business license or utility taxes, which can be used for any governmental purpose. These requirements do not apply to user fees, development impact fees and Mello-Roos districts. F. Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act The Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982 allows any county, city, special district, school district or joint powers authority to establish a Mello-Roos Community Facilities District (a “CFD”) which allows for financing of public improvements and services. The services and improvements that Mello-Roos CFDs can finance include streets, sewer systems and other basic infrastructure, police protection, fire protection, ambulance services, schools, parks, libraries, museums and other cultural facilities. By law, the CFD is also entitled to recover expenses needed to form the CFD and administer the annual special taxes and bonded debt. A CFD is created by a sponsoring local government agency. The proposed district will include all properties that will benefit from the improvements to be constructed or the services to be provided. A CFD cannot be formed without a two-thirds majority vote of residents living within the proposed boundaries. Or, if there are fewer than 12 residents, the vote is instead conducted of current landowners. In many cases, that may be a single owner or developer. Once approved, a Special Tax Lien is placed against each property in the CFD. Property owners then pay a Special Tax each year. If the project cost is high, municipal bonds will be sold by the CFD to provide the large amount of money initially needed to build the improvements or fund the services. The
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Special Tax cannot be directly based on the value of the property. Special Taxes instead are based on mathematical formulas that take into account property characteristics such as use of the property, square footage of the structure and lot size. The formula is defined at the time of formation, and will include a maximum special tax amount and a percentage maximum annual increase. If bonds were issued by the CFD, special taxes will be charged annually until the bonds are paid off in full. Often, after bonds are paid off, a CFD will continue to charge a reduced fee to maintain the improvements. G. Development Impact Fees A county, cities, special districts, school districts, and private utilities may impose development impact fees on new construction for purposes of defraying the cost of putting in place public infrastructure and services to support new development. To impose development impact fees, a jurisdiction must justify the fees as an offset to the impact of future development on facilities. This usually requires a special financial study. The fees must be committed within five years to the projects for which they were collected, and the district, city or county must keep separate funds for each development impact fee. 1.2 Financing Opportunities that Require Voter Approval Financing opportunities that require voter approval include the following five taxes:
1. Special taxes such as parcel taxes 2. Increases in general taxes such as utility taxes 3. Sales and use taxes 4. Business license taxes 5. Transient occupancy taxes
Communities may elect to form business improvement districts to finance supplemental services, or Mello-Roos districts to finance development-related infrastructure extension. Agencies may finance facilities with voter-approved (general obligation) bonded indebtedness. 1.3 Financing Opportunities that Do Not Require Voter Approval Financing opportunities that do not require voter approval include imposition of or increases in fees to more fully recover the costs of providing services, including user fees and Development Impact Fees to recover the actual cost of services provided and infrastructure. Development Impact Fees and user fees must be based on reasonable costs, and may be imposed and increased without voter approval. Development Impact Fees may not be used to subsidize operating costs. Agencies may also finance many types of facility improvements through bond instruments that do not require voter approval. Water rates and rate structures are not subject to regulation by other agencies. Utility providers may increase rates annually, and often do so. Generally, there is no voter approval requirement for rate increases, although notification of utility users is required. Water providers must maintain an enterprise fund for the respective utility separate from other funds, and may not use revenues to finance unrelated governmental activities.
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2 Public Management Standards While public sector management standards do vary depending on the size and scope of an organization, there are minimum standards. Well-managed organizations do the following eight activities:
1. Evaluate employees annually. 2. Prepare a budget before the beginning of the fiscal year. 3. Conduct periodic financial audits to safeguard the public trust. 4. Maintain current financial records. 5. Periodically evaluate rates and fees. 6. Plan and budget for capital replacement needs. 7. Conduct advance planning for future growth. 8. Make best efforts to meet regulatory requirements.
Most of the professionally managed and staffed agencies implement many of these best management practices. LAFCo encourages all local agencies to conduct timely financial record-keeping for each city function and make financial information available to the public. 3 Public Participation in Government The Brown Act (California Government Code Section 54950 et seq.) is intended to insure that public boards shall take their actions openly and that deliberations shall be conducted openly. The Brown Act establishes requirements for the following:
• Open meetings • Agendas that describe the business to be conducted at the meeting • Notice for meetings • Meaningful opportunity for the public to comment
Few exceptions for meeting in closed sessions and reports of items discussed in closed sessions. According to California Government Section 54959: Each member of a legislative body who attends a meeting of that legislative body where action is taken in violation of any provision of this chapter, and where the member intends to deprive the public of information to which the member knows or has reason to know the public is entitled under this chapter, is guilty of a misdemeanor. Section 54960 states the following: (a) The district attorney or any interested person may commence an action by mandamus, injunction or declaratory relief for the purpose of stopping or preventing violations or threatened violations of this chapter by members of the legislative body of a local agency or to determine the applicability of this chapter to actions or threatened future action of the legislative body
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ABBREVIATIONS AB Assembly Bill ADA Americans with Disabilities Act ADBA also doing business as ALS Advanced Life Support APC Annual Pension Cost AWWA American Water Works Association BLS Basic Life Support CALFIRE California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection CDP Census Designated Place CEQA California Environmental Quality Act CFD Community Facilities District CKH Act Cortese-Knox-Hertzberg Local Government Reorganization Act of 2000 CIP Capital Improvement Plan CPR cardiopulmonary resuscitation CSA County Service Area CSD Community Services District DUC Disadvantaged Unincorporated Community EMS Emergency Medical Services EMT Emergency Medical Technician ERAF-SRAF Educational Revenue Augmentation Fund/Supplemental Revenue Augmentation
Fund FD Fire Department FDAC-FASIS Fire District Association of California- Fire Agency Self-Insurance System FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency FICA Federal Insurance Contributions Act (Social Security) FPD Fire Protection District FY Fiscal Year
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gal gallon GASB Governmental Accounting Standards Board GMC General Motors Corporation gpm gallons per minute HOPTR Home Owner Property Tax Relief IFT Inter-Facility Transfers (Ambulance Service) IMT Incident Management Team ISO Insurance Service Office JPA Joint Powers Agreement LAFCo Local Agency Formation Commission LRA Local Responsibility Area NFPA National Fire Protection Association MSR Municipal Service Review (LAFCo) MVA Motor Vehicle Accident OSHA Occupational safety and Health Administration OT Over-time PERS (California) Public Employee Retirement System PPE personal protective equipment psi pounds per square inch (pressure PUD Public Utility District RV Recreational Vehicle SB Senate Bill SCBA Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus SFD Single Family Dwelling SOI Sphere of Influence (LAFCo) SR State Route SUV Sport Utility Vehicle UCCE University of California Cooperative Extension
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USDA/RUS United States Department of Agriculture/Rural Utilities Service USBR United State Bureau of Reclamation YECA Yolo Emergency Communications Agency DEFINITIONS Advanced Life Support (ALS): Special services designed to provide advance prehospital care by a certified EMT Paramedic pursuant to California Health and Safety Code Section 1797.52. Agriculture: Use of land for the production of food and fiber, including the growing of crops and/or the grazing of animals on natural prime or improved pasture land. Ambulance: Any vehicle specially constructed or modified, equipped and used for the purpose of transporting sick, injured, invalid, convalescent or otherwise incapacitated persons and which has met all license and other requirements in applicable federal, state and local law and regulations. Aquifer: An underground, water-bearing layer of earth, porous rock, sand, or gravel, through which water can seep or be held in natural storage. Aquifers generally hold sufficient water to be used as a water supply. Basic Life Support (BLS): Emergency first aid and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation procedures pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1797.60. Bond: An interest-bearing promise to pay a stipulated sum of money, with the principal amount due on a specific date. Funds raised through the sale of bonds can be used for various public purposes. California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA): A State Law requiring State and local agencies to regulate activities with consideration for environmental protection. If a proposed activity has the potential for a significant adverse environmental impact, an environmental impact report (EIR) must be prepared and certified as to its adequacy before taking action on the proposed project. Defensible Space: That area which lies between a residence and an oncoming wildfire where the vegetation has been modified to reduce the wildfire threat and which provides an opportunity for fire fighters (and the homeowner) to safely defend the residence. Emergency: A condition or situation in which an individual has a need for immediate medical attention, or where the potential for such need is perceived by emergency medical personnel or a public safety agency. Emergency Call: A request for the dispatch of an ambulance to any sudden unforeseen need for medical attention. Emergency Medical Care Services (EMS): The services utilized in responding to a medical emergency. Emergency Medical Technician-I (EMT-I): An individual trained and certified in basic life support pursuant to California Health and Safety Code Section 1797.80. Emergency Medical Technician-ID (EMT-ID): An individual who has been trained and accredited in early defibrillation pursuant to Title 22, California Code of Regulations, Section 100064(a)(1).
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Emergency Medical Technician-P (Paramedic): An individual, who is trained, licensed within California, and accredited within the North Coast EMS region in advanced life support pursuant to the California Health and Safety Code and Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations. Environmental Impact Report (EIR): A report required pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act that assesses all the environmental characteristics of an area, determines what effects or impact will result if the area is altered or disturbed by a proposed action, and identifies alternatives or other measures to avoid or reduce those impacts. (See California Environmental Quality Act.) Federal Responsibility Area (FRA): Area that is the appropriate Federal agency’s financial responsibility of preventing and suppressing fires (e.g. National Forest, National Park Service, Department of defense, etc.). Firebrand: Any burning material such as leaves, twigs, glowing embers that is carried aloft by the convective heat in a smoke column and falls some distance away from the main fire front that could start another fire. Firebreak: An existing barrier, or one constructed before a fire occurs, from which all of the flammable materials have been removed; designed to stop or check creeping or running but not spotting fires. Fire Hazard: Fuel complex, defined by volume, type, condition, arrangement, and location, that determines the degree of both ease of ignition and of fire suppression difficulty. Fire Season: The period of mid-May through October when vegetation cures, dries out, and is most flammable. First Responder Services: The provision of a coordinated, immediate, non- transport response to medical emergencies First Responder Unit: Any ground vehicle, watercraft or aircraft specifically designed, constructed, modified, equipped, arranged, maintained, operated, used or staffed to meet the minimum standards, in accordance with state laws and regulations, of providing a coordinated, immediate, non-transport response to medical emergencies. Impact Fee: A fee, also called a development fee, levied on the developer of a project by a county, or other public agency as compensation for otherwise-unmitigated impacts the project will produce. California Government Code Section 66000, et seq., specifies that development fees shall not exceed the estimated reasonable cost of providing the service for which the fee is charged. To lawfully impose a development fee, the public agency must verify its method of calculation and document proper restrictions on use of the fund. Infrastructure: Public services and facilities such as sewage-disposal systems, water-supply systems, and other utility systems, schools and roads. Land Use Classification: A system for classifying and designating the appropriate use of properties. Leapfrog Development: New development separated from existing development by substantial vacant land.
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Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCo): A five-or seven-member commission within each county that reviews and evaluates all proposals for formation of special districts, incorporation of cities, annexation to special districts or cities, consolidation of districts, and merger of districts with cities. Each county’s LAFCo is empowered to approve, disapprove, or conditionally approve such proposals. The LAFCo members generally include two county supervisors, two city council members, and one member representing the general public. Some LAFCos include two representatives of special districts. Local Responsibility Area (LRA): Land which is not under State or Federal financial responsibility for preventing and suppressing fires such as the incorporated area of a city. Mello-Roos Bonds: Locally issued bonds that are repaid by a special tax imposed on property owners within a community facilities district established by a governmental entity. The bond proceeds can be used for public improvements and for a limited number of services. Named after the program’s legislative authors. Ranchette: A single dwelling unit occupied by a non-farming household on a parcel of 2.5 to 20 acres that has been subdivided from agricultural land. Spotting: Behavior of a fire producing sparks or embers that are carried by the updraft and wind and start new fires beyond the main fire. Spotting usually occurs with low humidity. State Responsibility Area (SRA): Areas of the State in which the financial responsibility of preventing and suppressing fires has been determined by the State Board of Forestry and Fire Protection to be primarily the responsibility of the State. Urban: Of, relating to, characteristic of, or constituting a city. Urban areas are generally characterized by moderate and higher density residential development (i.e., three or more dwelling units per acre), commercial development, and industrial development, and the availability of public services required for that development, specifically central water and sewer service, an extensive road network, public transit, and other such services (e.g., safety and emergency response). Development not providing such services may be “non-urban” or “rural”. CEQA defines “urbanized area” as an area that has a population density of at least 1,000 persons per square mile (Public Resources Code Section 21080.14(b)). Urban Intermix: An intermingling of structures and natural forest fuels within a forest setting. Urban Services: Utilities (such as water, gas, electricity, and sewer) and public services (such as police, fire protection, schools, parks, and recreation) provided to an urbanized or urbanizing area. Wildfire: Any unwanted fire occurring in a wildland setting. Wildland: Uncultivated land, other than fallow, neglected or maintained for such purposes as wood or range-forage production, wildlife, recreation, protective watershed cover, or wilderness. Wildlife Habitat: Vegetation, climate and other natural conditions suited to the life needs for an animal species to survive and reproduce. Zoning: The division of a city by legislative regulations into areas, or zones, that specify allowable uses for real property and size restrictions for buildings within these areas; a program that implements policies of the general plan.
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PREPARERS Colusa LAFCo, John Benoit, Executive Officer PO Box 2694, Granite Bay CA 95746 916-797-6003 [email protected] Christy Leighton, Planning Consultant 555 E. Willow Street, Willows CA 95988 [email protected]