During annual budget hearings, Sheriff Johnson proposed reinstating impact fees and a sales tax to address public safety funding issues. Impact fees were indefinitely suspended by supervisors in 2024, citing encouragement of growth and development. However, reporting found that permits for new construction fell behind during the first year without the fees.
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Shasta County Sheriff Seeks Reinstatement of Impact Fees
Shasta County Sheriff Michael Johnson is asking the board to reinstate impact fees, which were suspended in 2024. The fees are intended to compensate for development's effects on public resources.
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Key Details
- Location: Shasta County
- Date/time: June 11, 2026 (budget hearings)
- Agencies involved: Shasta County Sheriff's Office, Board of Supervisors
- Status: Proposal under consideration
- Public impact: Potential revenue source for public safety services
Michael Johnson, Shasta County Sheriff
Kevin Crye, Supervisor
Chris Kelstrom, Supervisor
Patrick Jones, former Supervisor
Erin Bertain, Deputy County CEO
Stephanie Bridgett, District Attorney
Shasta County Sheriff's Office
Board of Supervisors
District Attorney's Office
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