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The City of Fairfield and CivicMic extend their sincere gratitude to every participant in the recent balloting process for the proposed Landscaping & Lighting Maintenance Districts. The Fairfield LLMD results underscore the community’s democratic participation in shaping the city’s future. California state law determines this ballot procedure by ‘weighted’ ballots. A ‘majority protest’ happens when the total amount of money represented by the ‘no’ votes is more than the total amount represented by the ‘yes’ votes. So, even if more people mark ‘yes’ if the ‘no’ marks represent more money, then the ‘no’ marks create a majority protest. This stops …

Fairfield LLMD Results: Landscaping & Lighting Maintenance Districts Click Here to Read More »

🌟 TODAY: PUBLIC HEARING & ASSESSMENT BALLOT TABULATION! Fairfield residents, today, June 6th, is the day for our Public Hearing and the start of the assessment ballot tabulation. Your involvement is important. Key points: 🔶 FAIRFIELD PUBLIC HEARING: Location: 1000 Webster Street – City Council Chambers. Share your thoughts about the assessment today. Your input matters. 🔶 ASSESSMENT BALLOT TABULATION: If you haven’t submitted your ballot, do so today. Remember, all ballots, including replacements, must be handed in today. Mailing postdates don’t count – you need to bring your ballot or get a replacement at the hearing. The tabulation procedure …

TODAY: Fairfield Public Hearing and Assessment Ballot Tabulation Click Here to Read More »

Attention Fairfield residents! A pivotal day awaits you as the City Council prepares for the Public Hearing and initiates the Assessment Ballot Tabulation tomorrow, June 6th, at 6 PM. This is an opportunity for each citizen to make a significant impact on the course of their community. You are encouraged to attend the meeting at 1000 Webster Street – City Council Chambers. If attending in person isn’t possible, no worries! The meeting will be broadcast on Comcast Cable Channel 26, ATT U-Verse 99, and will be available for streaming on Channel 26 or YouTube. Or join the ZOOM meeting via …

Last Reminder! Fairfield Public Hearing and Assessment Ballot Tabulation Click Here to Read More »

ONE WEEK COUNTDOWN: Public Hearing & Assessment Ballot Tabulation! Fairfield residents, the important date is almost here! In just one week, on June 6th at 6 PM, City Council will be holding the Public Hearing and commencing the assessment ballot tabulation. This is your opportunity to play a key role in your community’s future. Here’s what you need to remember: 🔶PUBLIC HEARING This is a platform for anyone who wishes to express their thoughts or concerns regarding the assessment. If you haven’t done so already, mark your calendar for June 6th at 6 PM. Your participation is essential in ensuring …

⏰ ONE WEEK COUNTDOWN: Public Hearing & Assessment Ballot Tabulation Click Here to Read More »

Today, May 26th, is the final day to request a mail-in ballot for LLMD 1 to be sent directly to your home address. ➡️ If you’re unable to make this request today, no need to worry! By reaching out to us via phone or email, you can arrange to pick up your ballot at City Hall. Alternatively, a replacement assessment ballot can be obtained in person at the Public Hearing on June 6th. 📞 Contact us at (800) 676-7516 📧 Or email us at contact@civicmic.com   Still unsure about what’s going on, or how you want to cast your ballot? …

Final Day to Request Mail-In Ballot for LLMD 1 Click Here to Read More »

Time is ticking, Fairfield residents! This is your assessment ballot reminder. The deadline for the return of your assessment ballots is only three weeks away, so make sure your voice is heard in this significant Fairfield assessment ballot proceeding. 🔔 ASSESSMENT BALLOT REMINDER: Have you cast your assessment ballot yet? Assessment ballots were initially sent out on Friday, April 21st. If you haven’t received yours or have misplaced it, there is still time to rectify the situation. If you HAVEN’T RECEIVED your assessment ballot, it’s not too late! Reach out to us at the number or email below, and we …

🔔 REMINDER: Have You Cast Your Assessment Ballot Yet? Click Here to Read More »

📢 DID YOU RECEIVE YOUR ASSESSMENT BALLOT? Fairfield Assessment ballots were mailed out on Friday, April 21st. If you have NOT received your assessment ballot by Monday, May 1st , it’s possible that it was misplaced during postal delivery or that the County may not have your current information, especially if you’re a newer property owner. But don’t worry! 🔸 If you have NOT RECEIVED your assessment ballot by Monday, May 1st, please contact us at the number or email below to request a replacement ballot. 🔸 If you have LOST, SPOILED or DAMAGED your assessment ballot, or if you …

📢 Did You Receive Your Fairfield Assessment Ballot? Click Here to Read More »

Watch for your Gateway Ballot in the mail. The increased costs of maintaining landscaping and lighting in the Gateway Landscape and Lighting Maintenance Assessment District (“Gateway LLMD 1”) have outpaced existing revenues. As a result, the City of Fairfield has been forced to continually reduce services that impact the community. To address this issue, the City is proposing a measure to create a new Landscape and Lighting Maintenance Assessment District. This measure would update the current assessment for maintaining the condition of landscaping in the district that is not covered by the City of Fairfield’s existing funding to maintain the …

Watch for Your Gateway Ballot in the Mail Click Here to Read More »

As a Gateway property owner, you face a critical decision regarding your neighborhood’s landscape and street lighting maintenance. The upcoming Gateway ballot will determine whether the new district assessment for LLMD No. 1 is approved or not. Your Gateway Ballot is Your Voice All property owners will receive a ballot in the mail featuring a single question about whether a new LLMD shall be formed. See the sample ballot and instructions provided with your ballot for more information. Ballots must be returned by the specified deadline (06-06-2023). All Gateway property owners have an opportunity to cast a ballot, regardless of …

LLMD 1 Sample Ballot and Instructions Click Here to Read More »

The Fairfield City Council is scheduled to meet next week to decide whether to initiate the process of creating new Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance Districts (LLMDs). In this post, we will detail the remaining Fairfield Prop 218 steps. Currently, nine LLMDs in Fairfield are either facing a deficit or already in one, putting their lighting and/or landscaping services at risk. This process for establishing a new assessment district provides property owners in these communities a direct say in whether to maintain these services in the future. Revenues collected from an assessment district are strictly designated for the improvements and services …

Remaining Fairfield Prop 218 Steps for LLMDs Click Here to Read More »

Welcome to the final installment of Understanding the Engineer’s Report. This is a series that explores the technical language and concepts in the essential document known as the Engineer’s Report. It aims to make these reports more accessible and understandable. In this installment, CivicMic will focus on the LLMD 1 Gateway Engineer’s Report. We’ll explain the difference between special benefits and general benefits.  These are key concepts that help determine the appropriate funding mechanisms for the proposed improvements to the landscape and lighting district. The finalized reports have now been made available on the data center. You can access Gateway’s …

Gateway Engineer’s Report: Special vs. General Benefit Click Here to Read More »

LLMD 1 Gateway Budget and Services If approved by Gateway property owners, LLMD 1 would generate approximately $338K annually through annual assessment of local properties to: Improve streetlighting to enhanced traffic and pedestrian safety and accessibility Maintain and improve landscaping, including servicing of trees, groundcover, turf, shrubs, planters, landscaped areas and weed abatement of open spaces, and may also include sidewalk and hardscape improvements. There are approximately 651 street trees and 365,228 square feet of landscape maintenance area within the District. The general location of the improvements identified are: Landscaping improvements on median islands and on both sides of Gateway …

Understanding the Engineer’s Report: Gateway Budget and Services Click Here to Read More »

Questions and Answers about Proposed Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance Districts: LLMD 1 FAQs In this installment of Understanding the Engineer’s Report, CivicMic will be addressing some LLMD 1 FAQs. In Fairfield, many of the City’s Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance Districts (“LLMDs”) which fund landscaping services and maintain street lighting either are or will be experiencing a budget shortfall if no action is taken by the City and stakeholders. To maintain landscaping and lighting services, the City is proposing the formation of new LLMDs with an assessment on properties in the following communities: Gateway Kolob Estates North Cordelia Paradise Valley Peppertree …

Understanding the Engineer’s Report: LLMD 1 FAQs Click Here to Read More »

Fairfield LLMD Community Meetings Virtual and In Person Question and Answer Sessions Have a question about your landscaping and lighting maintenance district (LLMD) assessment? Meet with City staff at any of the below Fairfield LLMD Community Meetings for a virtual or in person question and answer session. The virtual sessions will be conducted via Zoom Then, find out more about LLMD services in your area and the upcoming Proposition 218 vote. LLMD COMMUNITY MEETING CALENDAR DATE DAY TIME LOCATION DISTRICT 3/15/2023 Wed 5:30pm – 6:30pm Zoom 11 – Paradise Valley 7:00pm – 8:00pm Zoom 5 – Rancho Solano 3/16/2023 Thu …

Fairfield LLMD Community Meetings Click Here to Read More »

Welcome to Understanding the Engineer’s Report, a series that explores the technical language and concepts in the essential document known as the engineer’s report: LLMD 1. In this installment, CivicMic will focus on proposed improvements to Fairfield’s landscape and lighting districts. You can find the report here. What Does the Engineer’s Report: LLMD 1 Contain? The engineer’s report: LLMD 1 contains improvements, which specifically refer to the work that needs to be done to maintain trees and other landscaping features. These are located in the public areas within the Landscape Maintenance District No. 2023-1 (LLMD 1, Gateway) area. The engineering …

Understanding the Engineer’s Report: LLMD 1 (Gateway) Click Here to Read More »

Flyer for Gateway/LLMD 1 Community Meeting. We are coming to your neighborhood! Join us for an information session about your LLMD. March 22, 2023 @ 11:00am at Starbucks, 1450 Travis Boulevard in Fairfield.

Fairfield LLMD Pop-Up Meetings Have a question about your landscaping and lighting maintenance district (LLMD) assessment? Meet with City staff at any of the Fairfield LLMD Pop-up meetings listed below to find out more about LLMD services in your area and the upcoming Proposition 218 vote. Date Day Time Location 03/11/23 Saturday 9:00am-10:00am Rancho Solano Golf Course Club House 9:00am-10:00am Paradise Valley Golf Course Club House 9:00am-10:00am North Cordelia Library 11:00am-12:00pm Rolling Hills Park Date Day Time Location 03/24/23 Friday 7:00am-8:00am (New Time) Starbucks (3347 North Texas Street) 11:00am-12:00pm Vintage Green Valley Park Date Day Time Location 04/01/23 Saturday 7:00am-8:00am …

Fairfield LLMD Pop-up Meetings Click Here to Read More »

In this post, CivicMic shares the City of Fairfield LLMD survey for LLMDs No. 1, 3, 6, & 8. Each year, the city collects money for the upkeep of landscaping in your district. The district can only keep up with rising costs for utilities and maintenance by raising your assessment amounts. The city has launched a Proposition 218 ballot procedure, offering the chance to secure funds to maintain shared public places in your neighborhood. If the effort fails, services in your area will be cut to match the money collected each year. Your Input is Needed Kindly take the time …

City of Fairfield LLMD Survey for LLMDs 1, 3, 6, & 8 Click Here to Read More »

In this post, CivicMic shares the Fairfield preliminary engineer’s reports for LLMDs No. 1, 3, 6, & 8. Each year, the city collects money for the upkeep of landscaping in your district. The district can only keep up with rising costs for utilities and maintenance by raising your assessment amounts. The City has launched a Proposition 218 ballot procedure, offering the chance to secure funds for shared public places in your neighborhood. If the effort fails, services in your area will be cut to match the money collected each year. Guide to Reviewing The Fairfield Preliminary Engineer’s Reports Kindly take …

Fairfield Preliminary Engineer’s Reports for LLMDs 1, 3, 6, & 8 Click Here to Read More »

CivicMic works with the City of Fairfield (the “City”) to facilitate community outreach and public engagement opportunities for the City’s Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance Districts (“LLMDs”). In Fairfield, many of the LLMDs have reached their maximum assessment rates and either are or will be experiencing a budget shortfall if no action is taken by the City and stakeholders. To mitigate the consequences of this shortfall, such as reduced services, these LLMDs will be going through the 218 process to increase their maximum assessment rate to support landscaping services. In this post CivicMic shares why the LLMDs must go through a …

218 Process to Increase Maximum Assessment Rate Click Here to Read More »

In this post, CivicMic explains how you can provide feedback and community insight for the 23/24 Fairfield LLMDs engineer’s report currently being created for your Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District (“LLMD”). CivicMic, in collaboration with NBS Engineers and the City, has and will continue to provide many opportunities and channels for community members to provide comments and input about their desires for their district. We know that different community members prefer different ways of providing feedback about their district, and we want to ensure that our process is inclusive of all the different voices in the community. It’s essential to …

How to Give Feedback for the Fairfield LLMDs Engineer’s Report Click Here to Read More »

In this post, CivicMic will outline the procedures assessment engineers take to create a lighting and landscape maintenance district (“District”) engineer’s report, as well as some of the information that will be included in the FY 2023-24 engineer’s report. If you are a property owner in one of Fairfield’s Landscape and Lighting Maintenance Districts (“LLMDs”), you may wonder what is involved in preparing an engineer’s report. The LLMD Engineer’s Report is a document prepared by a professional engineer which quantifies the special and general benefits and costs associated with the proposed district. Every year the city is required to submit …

LLMD Engineer’s Report Procedures Click Here to Read More »

CivicMic works with the City of Fairfield (the “City”) to facilitate community outreach and public engagement opportunities for the City’s Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance Districts (“LLMDs”). During our time facilitating outreach and providing community members with the opportunities to engage with the City, we received some questions about our scope of services and the cost to the City for our services. In this post, CivicMic will explain the scope and cost of the CivicMic outreach and public engagement services. The purpose of the CivicMic outreach and public engagement services in Fairfield is to help inform and engage the community on …

CivicMic Outreach and Public Engagement Services Click Here to Read More »

CivicMic works with the City of Fairfield (the “City”) to facilitate community outreach and public engagement opportunities for the City’s Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance Districts (“LLMDs”). To further promote community participation and collaboration, CivicMic shares about My FairfieldCA, another avenue through which community members could correspond with the City regarding issues. The purpose of My FairfieldCA is to make it easy for residents to send questions, concerns, and feedback directly to Fairfield City Staff. How to Access and Use My FairfieldCA There are two ways to access and report issues on My FairfieldCA. You can access it from your browser …

Service Requests: My FairfieldCA App Click Here to Read More »

In this post, CivicMic shares the timeline for LLMD 1. The public engagement process is shaped by your communities. Engagement is not a one-size-fits-all solution, and plans and schedules are subject to change. October 2022 November 2022 April 18, 2023 April 21, 2023 Jun 6, 2023 August 1, 2023 Walking Tour & 1:1 Meetings CivicMic meets with the City to devise 1:1 meetings with property owners and a walking tour for LLMD 1 (Gateway). Second Survey The survey is mailed to stakeholders within LLMD 1 to gather feedback regarding the new prospective assessment district. Intent to Form New Assessment District …

Timeline for LLMD 1 Click Here to Read More »

In this post, CivicMic shares Gateway data. To view the most recent updates to this data please click here. District Facts The maintenance of landscaping and lighting improvements included for FY 2021/22: The landscaping and accent lighting improvements located behind the street curb and gutter on the Solano Mall side of Gateway Boulevard. The landscaping and accent lighting improvements located in the median islands along Gateway Boulevard. The perimeter landscaping improvements located behind the street curb and gutter and along the back of property lines, and the sound-wall along the northern boundary of the Gateway area. Landscaping improvements located behind …

Gateway Data Click Here to Read More »

CivicMic works with the City of Fairfield to facilitate community outreach and public engagement opportunities for the City’s Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance Districts (“LLMDs”). Some of the Fairfield LLMDs have experienced an increase in expenses over the last few years while the yearly assessments have remained the same. If these landscaping services continue to be maintained at the current level, the cost will considerably outweigh available funds, resulting in a budget gap for these LLMDs. To avoid this, the annual landscape maintenance service contracts for them have been reduced. In this post, CivicMic shares information about benefits assessment districts like …

Benefit Assessment Districts: Fairfield LLMDs Click Here to Read More »

CivicMic works with the City of Fairfield to facilitate community outreach and public engagement opportunities for the City’s Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance Districts (“LLMDs”). Some of the City’s LLMDs have experienced an increase in expenses over the last few years while the yearly assessments have remained the same. If these landscaping services continue to be maintained at the current level, the cost will considerably outweigh available funds, resulting in a budget gap for the district. To combat budget shortfall, the annual landscape maintenance service contracts for the following LLMDs are being reduced: Gateway LLMD No. 1 Waterman Highlands LLMD No. …

CivicMic Services for the City of Fairfield Click Here to Read More »