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Council sets Goleta library parcel tax rates for 2025–26; CPI increase applied
Summary
The council adopted the Goleta library special parcel tax rates for fiscal year 2025–26, applying the annual consumer price index increase and authorizing the county to place the charges on secured property tax bills.
The Goleta City Council adopted rates for the Goleta library special parcel tax for fiscal year 2025–26 and authorized the county to place the charges on the secured property tax roll.
Council adopted a resolution establishing the rates and authorized the city manager to execute an agreement with the Santa Barbara County Auditor‑Controller to place direct charges on the 2025–26 secured tax bills. The parcel tax, originally created in 1990 to fund the Goleta library under County Service Area 3, increases annually by the consumer price index; staff said the 2025–26 adjustment reflected a 3.3% CPI rise.
Council action: a motion to adopt the resolution and approve the county agreement passed unanimously: Reyes Martin — Aye; Kiriakou — Aye; Smith — Yes; Mayor Pro Tem Kasdan — Aye; Mayor Perotti — Aye.
Why it matters: the parcel tax provides an ongoing revenue stream that supports library operations and collections in Goleta. Staff said the change yields roughly an $11,000 increase in projected revenue year over year, accounting for the CPI adjustment and parcel classification changes.
What the council approved: a resolution establishing 2025–26 library parcel tax rates and an agreement for the county to place the tax as a direct charge on secured tax bills.
Speakers: no members of the public spoke on the item during the hearing.
