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2020-47-Resolution No. 2020-001 Recorded 2/7/2020i REVIEWED Recorded in Deschutes County CJ2020-47 J Nancy Blankenship, County Clerk commissioners' Journal 02/07/2020 12:21:36 PM LEGAL COUNSEL I'II w�`���s�95tO�Zi II�II'II'I"II'II"I'I II 2020-47 BEFORE THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF DESCHUTES COUNTY, OREGON AS THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE BLACK BUTTE RANCH SERVICE DISTRICT A Resolution Submitting to the Voters in the Black Butte Ranch Service District an Election on * RESOLUTION NO. 2020-001 a Five -Year Local Option Levy to Fund Law Enforcement Services WHEREAS, the Governing Body of the Black Butte Ranch Service District ("Governing Body'), has determined that a five year levy should be submitted to the qualified voters of the Black Butte Ranch Service District ("District) as established by Section 11, Article XI of the Oregon Constitution in order to permit the proper operation of the District; and WHEREAS, the Governing Body considers adequate funding to maintain law enforcement services in the District as necessary and in the public interest; and WHEREAS, the Governing Body finds that anticipated revenues are insufficient to provide adequate services without the funds generated by a special tax levy; and WHEREAS, the Governing Body determines that a levy with $0.65 per $1,000 of assessed value levied within the District is necessary to maintain current service levels; and WHEREAS, it is necessary to submit the question of authorizing a five-year levy to the registered voters of the District, now, therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF DESCHUTES COUNTY, OREGON, as the GOVERNING BODY OF THE BLACK BUTTE RANCH SERVICE DISTRICT, as follows: Section 1. Findings. The Governing Body makes the findings set forth in Exhibit "A," attached hereto and by this reference incorporated herein. Section 2. Form of Question. The County Clerk shall submit to the registered voters of Black Butte Ranch Service District, Deschutes County, Oregon, for their approval or rejection, the measure set forth in Exhibit "B," attached hereto and by this reference incorporated herein. Section 3. Date of Election. The measure set forth in Exhibit `B" shall be submitted in the manner prescribed herein to the qualified voters of the District, at the election to be held May 19, 2020. PAGE 1 OF 2 — RESOLUTION NO.2020-001 (02/05/2020) Section 4. Ballots. The County Clerk shall clearly and boldly print the words "CONTAINS VOTE ON PROPOSED TAX INCREASE" in red ink on the outer envelope of ballots to be mailed to registered voters. Dated this d9A of February, 2020 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF DESCHUTES COUNTY, OREGON, as the GOVERNING BODY OF THE BLACK BUTTE RANCH SERVICE DISTRICT PATTI ADAIR, Chair ANTHONY DeBONE, Vice Chair qu� E, tkL, PHILIP G. ITNDERSON, Commissioner PAGE 2 of 2 — RESOLUTION NO.2020-001 (02/05/2020) EXHIBIT "A" FINDINGS/ARGUMENTS The current assessed value of Black Butte Ranch is $680,566,542. The District's current permanent tax levy has a cap of $1.0499 per $1,000 assessed value. In 2010 the voters approved a local option levy of an additional $.55 per $1000 of assessed value. The voters renewed the five-year levy in 2015. The renewed levy expires June 30, 2020. State law limits increases in assessed valuation to 3% per year. In addition, the assessed value of houses that are upgraded by remodeling may go up more than 3% and newly constructed houses are added to the tax base. Since Black Butte Ranch is nearly built out, assessed values are limited to 3% plus an amount based on remodels and new construction. The expected increase in assessed value is anticipated to be approximately 3.25% per year. Once the current local option levy expires this year, revenues would no longer cover operating expenses at current service levels. In addition, the District has a five-year contract with the police officer's union that expires on June 30, 2020. By state law, police are not allowed to strike, but in return, they must be compensated commensurate with other departments of similar size located in similarly populated communities. A new contract based upon an increase in compensation levels would increase the cost of operations. Maintaining tax revenues through a local option levy at $.65 per $1000 of assessed value is necessary in order for the department to sustain its current police staffing level. Approximately 150 of the 1251 home sites are occupied year round. That leaves an estimated 1100 vacant homes during much of the year. Vacant homes are vulnerable to theft, burglary or persons who unlawfully take up residence and occupy them. The District's population is aging and its patrol officers are often first on the scene in the event of a medical emergency. They are equipped with, and are trained to use, defibrillators which may be needed by a resident placing an emergency call. During the busy months, Black Butte Ranch also has many children using its recreational facilities and a police presence is necessary to maintain safety. Since approximately 75% of the District budget relates to payroll items, if revenues are not secured, a reduction in personnel will be necessary. Currently the District provides vehicle and seasonal bicycle patrols, but if this levy does not pass, there may be a reduction in current services, increased periods of time when bicycle patrols cannot be staffed or no officer is on duty. A reduction of police presence on the Ranch might result in unacceptable delays in response time and increased risk of injury to persons and property. Passage of this tax measure would enable the District to maintain current levels of security and service on behalf of Black Butte Ranch homeowners, guests and their property. Submitted by Black Butte Ranch Service District Managing Board Notice Of District Measure Election Date of Election - May 19, 2020 Caption - Black Butte Ranch Service District Five -Year Local Option Levy Question - Shall The District levy a five-year local option tax at $.65 per $1,000 for general operations starting in 2020-2021 ? This measure imposes local option taxes. Summary - The District would use revenue from the five-year local option tax to maintain current service levels. The District's current yearly revenue increases are approximately 3-31/2% per year. Approving the proposed levy will generate approximately $450,000 in 2020-2021, approximately $461,024 in 2021-2022, approximately $477,160 in 2022-2023, approximately $493,860 in 2023-2024, and approximately $511,146 in 2024-2025. On a $500,000 home, the assessment would be $27.08 per month or $325 per year. The estimated tax cost for this measure is an ESTIMATE ONLY based on the best information available from the county assessor at the time of the estimate.