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Treasury Operations Division

Annual Appropriation Limit for FY 2017-18

The City Council and the Community Services Board of Directors approved the annual Appropriation Limit
(“Gann Limit”) for FY 2017-18. The Appropriations Limit sets a cap on the amount of tax based revenues that
can be appropriated or expensed for the coming budget year. The Gann Limit changes from year to year
reflect the change in population and the change in the cost of living. The City is currently 38% below the
limit and the Community Services District is currently 43% below the limit.

Fire Department

Fire Prevention

Hazard Abatement Program

The Fire Hazard Abatement Program is a main component in keeping our communities safe from the
devastating effects of wild fires. The City’s abatement contractor started hazardous fuel reduction through
disking operations for over 300 non-compliant parcels. With the recent wild fires, it is important to reduce
the risk of fires by pro-actively establishing defensible space and reduction and removal of combustible
debris and dry vegetation. Fire Inspectors will continue to monitor the abatement process until all parcels in
the City are in compliance.

Fireworks Safety Officer Training

In preparation for the fourth of July event, Fire Inspectors completed a Fireworks Safety Officer Training
Course sponsored by the Orange County Fire Prevention Officers Association. The course provided key
components for all outdoor fireworks displays to recognized hazards when preparing for fireworks shoots.
Through this course, Fire Inspectors received the required knowledge needed to ensure the community
experiences a fire safe fireworks show.

Office of Emergency Management

Joint Exercise With American Red Cross

On June 3, Office of Emergency Management (OEM) staff and
volunteers from the Emergency Response Force (ERF) were on
site at Valley View High School for a joint exercise with the
American Red Cross. The exercise focused on proper sheltering
processes and bulk distribution of food and water. Participa-
tion in this event was an excellent opportunity to continue to
foster the collaborative relationship between the City and the
American Red Cross.

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