Title
Set a date for a public hearing on June 16, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., to consider approving the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 assessments for County Service Area (CSA) 74 for the Emergency Medical Services System Special Tax.
Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the County of Monterey Board of Supervisors:
Set a date for a public hearing on June 16, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., to consider approving the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 assessments for CSA 74 for the Emergency Medical Services System Special Tax.
SUMMARY:
This Board action will set a public hearing on the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 assessment for CSA 74 for the Emergency Medical Services System Special Tax. The assessment rate will remain the same as FY 2025-26. The proposed resolution levies the countywide Emergency Medical Services System Special Tax for FY2026-27 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.
DISCUSSION:
On March 7, 2000, a 70.7% majority of Monterey County 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 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/COMMITTEE ACTIONS:
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 PLAN GOALS:
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 Hearings
Summarized History of CSA 74
List of rates charged per parcel
Letter from Auditor-Controller