Title
Adopt a Resolution levying the Emergency Medical Services System Special Tax for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 at the rate of $12.00 per service unit.
Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the County of Monterey Board of Supervisors:
Adopt a Resolution levying the Emergency Medical Services System Special Tax for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 at the rate of $12.00 per service unit.
SUMMARY:
This Board action will adopt a Resolution for levying of the countywide Emergency Medical Services System Special Tax for FY 2026-27 at the continued rate of $12.00 per service unit
DISCUSSION:
On March 7, 2000, a 70.7% majority of County of Monterey voters approved changing the countywide CSA-74 levy to a special tax of up to $12.00 per service unit. The rate has remained constant at $12.00 since FY 2000-01. The attached resolution levies the countywide Emergency Medical Services System Special Tax for FY 2026-27 at the continued rate of $12.00 per service unit. A summarized history of CSA-74 outlining services and fees is included in this Board packet.
The Ordinance requires the adoption of resolutions by the Board of Supervisors of the County of Monterey to continue assessments for CSA-74.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
County Counsel has reviewed and approved this Board Report as to form.
FINANCING:
There are no General Fund Impacts resulting from this Board action. The revenues from CSA-74 are estimated to be $1.8 million and are included in the CSA-74 (092-HEA010) FY 2026-27 Recommended Budget.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS STRATEGIC INITIATIVES:
This recommendation supports the Board of Supervisors’ goal of enhancing well-being and quality of life by ensuring continued funding for the County’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency, which provides oversight and leadership of the EMS system. By establishing and maintaining the highest standards for emergency medical care, system operations, and medical disaster preparedness, the EMS Agency helps ensure that residents receive consistent, high-quality emergency services, contributing to improved health outcomes and overall community well-being.
Mark a check next to the related Board of Supervisors Strategic Plan Goals:
X Well-Being and Quality of Life
____ Sustainable Infrastructure for the Present and Future
____ Safe and Resilient Communities
____ Diverse and Thriving Economy
Prepared by: Korina Moreno, Administrative Services Assistant, 755-6344
Approved by: Elsa Mendoza Jimenez, Director of Health Services, 755-4526
Attachments:
Board Report
Proposed Resolution on CSA-74 Assessment
Notice of Public Hearing
Summarized History of CSA-74
List of rates charged per parcel
Letter from County of Monterey Auditor Controller