Kolob Estates: LLMD No. 8 News by Topic

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 8 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 8 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 »

LLMD No. 8 Kolob Estates Ballot Outcome: The Future of Your Neighborhood’s Landscape and Street Lighting Maintenance As a Kolob Estates property owner, you face a critical decision regarding your neighborhood’s landscape and street lighting maintenance. The upcoming Kolob Estates ballot will determine whether the new district assessment for the Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District (LLMD No. 8) is approved or not. This blog post aims to provide you with an unbiased, comprehensive overview of the implications for both outcomes, helping you make an informed decision. Your Kolob Estates Ballot is Your Voice All Kolob Estates property owners will receive …

LLMD #8 Kolob Estates Ballot Outcome Click Here to Read More »

As a Kolob Estates property owner, you face a critical decision regarding your neighborhood’s landscape and street lighting maintenance. The upcoming Kolob Estates ballot will determine whether the new district assessment for LLMD No. 8 is approved or not. Your Kolob Estates 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 Kolob Estates property owners have an opportunity to cast …

LLMD 8 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 8 Kolob Estates 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 …

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

The City of Fairfield and CivicMic hosted virtual community question and answer session for Waterman Highlands LLMD No. 3, Peppertree LLMD No. 6, and Kolob Estates No. 8. In this post, CivicMic shares the Fairfield LLMDs video. Fairfield LLMDs Video Q&A Link Fairfield LLMDs Video Q&A To view the map of this LLMD, please click here and zoom in to your applicable area. Got Questions? Email your questions directly to CivicMic and receive our free publications with your first email. Get Answers! Want to Receive Updates? Subscribe to receive updates via email and get our free publications! Click Here to …

Fairfield LLMDs Video Q&A for Waterman Highlands, Peppertree, and Kolob Estates Click Here to Read More »

LLMD 8 Kolob Estates Budget and Services In this installment of Understanding the Engineer’s Report, CivicMic will be addressing how the funds from a new assessment district would be used to address needs in Kolob Estates, how much revenue would be generated and the cost to property owners. If approved by Kolob Estates property owners, LLMD 8 would generate approximately $98.6K annually through annual assessment of local properties to: Improve streetlighting to enhance 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. May …

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

The City of Fairfield and CivicMic hosted an in-person meeting for Kolob Estates LLMD No. 8. In this post, CivicMic shares the video from the meeting and the accompanying slides. To view the map of this LLMD, please click here and zoom in to LLMD 8. Kolob Estates Meeting Video Slides (Click on any slide below to zoom in.  Hover the mouse pointer over any slide to stop.) Presentation by the City of Fairfield Presentation by NBS Kolob Estates LLMD#8 Community Meeting Link Kolob Estates Meeting Video Got Questions? Email your questions directly to CivicMic and receive our free publications …

Kolob Estates Meeting Video and Slides (LLMD 8) Click Here to Read More »

Questions and Answers about Proposed Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance Districts: LLMD 8 FAQs In this installment of Understanding the Engineer’s Report, CivicMic will be addressing some LLMD 8 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 8 FAQs 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 8. 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 8 Contain? The engineer’s report LLMD 8 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. 2023-8 (Kolob Estates) area. The assessments discussed …

Understanding the Engineer’s Report: LLMD 8 (Kolob Estates) 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 »

Flyer for Community Meeting for Kolob Estates/LLMD 8. We are coming to your neighborhood! Join us for an information session about your LLMD. March 22, 2023 @ 7:00pm at KI Jones Elementary School Multi-Purpose Room, 2001 Winston Dr. 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 »

In this post, CivicMic takes a look at a sample property tax bill for a property owner in the Kolob Estates Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance Assessment District No. 8. The property tax bill below includes various property-related taxes and fees, with the Kolob Estates LLMD assessment labeled “Kolob Estates Maint Dist #8.” The Kolob Estates LLMD assessments are apportioned on an equal basis to each of the 129 residential lots within the District. Unsubdivided areas within the District are assessed based on the lots proposed within each unsubdivided area. The following improvements are maintained through the revenue generated by the …

Finding Your Kolob Estates LLMD Assessment on Your Tax Bill 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 »

The City of Fairfield and CivicMic hosted a virtual Smith Ranch (Rancho Solano) and Kolob Estates meeting to discuss the budget shortfalls for both districts, the 218 process, and possible next steps. In this post, CivicMic shares the Smith Ranch (Rancho Solano) and Kolob Estates meeting slides and video. To view the map of LLMD No. 5 or No. 8, please click here and zoom into your district. Smith Ranch (Rancho Solano) and Kolob Estates Meeting Slides (Click on any slide below to zoom in.  Hover the mouse pointer over any slide to stop.) Presentation by the City of Fairfield …

Smith Ranch and Kolob Estates Meeting Slides and Video Click Here to Read More »

In this post, CivicMic shares the Smith Ranch and Kolob Estates meeting agenda for LLMDs No. 5 and 8 for the meeting on Tuesday, October 11 at 6:00 PM (PST). The City of Fairfield and CivicMic are hosting a virtual (Zoom) and telephone community meeting to discuss the budget shortfalls, the 218 process, and the next steps forward for LLMDs No. 5 and 8.  Click here for instructions on how to join the meeting. Along with the information that will be provided at the meeting, new information will be updated and available to the public at https://www.civicmic.com/fairfield-news/. Please take a …

Smith Ranch (Rancho Solano) and Kolob Estates Meeting Agenda Click Here to Read More »

In this post, CivicMic shares instructions on how to download the Zoom app and join the Smith Ranch and Kolob Estates meeting. The City of Fairfield and CivicMic are hosting the community meeting for Fairfield LLMDs No. 5 and 8, virtually, via (Zoom) and telephone, on Tuesday, October 11, at 6:00 PM (PST) to discuss the budget shortfalls for both LLMDs, funding solutions, and the 218 process. Please RSVP for the meeting using this link. If you haven’t yet, please also take the survey about your district by clicking here. Telephone and Zoom meeting login information will also be posted …

How to Join the Smith Ranch (Rancho Solano) and Kolob Estates Meeting Click Here to Read More »

In this post, CivicMic shares the Smith Ranch (“Rancho Solano”) and Kolob Estates survey for LLMDs No. 5 & 8. The City annually levies and collects assessments to maintain certain landscaping services and improvements to the communities of Smith Ranch LLMD No. 5 and Kolob Estates LLMD No. 8. To see if your address is within any of the LLMD’s boundaries and also see your assessment amount click here. The cost of maintenance has continued to increase over the last few years, while the annual maximum assessment rates have remained the same and are no longer generating sufficient revenue to …

Smith Ranch (Rancho Solano) and Kolob Estates Survey 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 8. 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. August 2022 August 2022-March 2023 September 2022 November 2022 January 2023-February 2023 April 18, 2023 April 21, 2023 Jun 6, 2023 August 1, 2023 First Survey The survey is mailed to stakeholders within the LLMD to determine general priorities for improvements and common concerns. Working Groups are Assembled & Meetings are Facilitated Working groups are assembled to represent the interests of the community and spread awareness regarding …

Timeline for LLMD 8 Click Here to Read More »

In this post, CivicMic shares Kolob Estates 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: All landscaping between the curb and sidewalk and all streetlights on residential streets. All landscaping on the east side of Oliver Road and on the south side of Waterman Boulevard between the sidewalk and the western and northern perimeter of the Kolob Estates subdivision. All landscaping along the eastern perimeter of Kolob Estates Unit No. 2 that is on the slope behind lots 43-51. Maintenance of fire …

Kolob Estates 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. …

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