Commission approves Peterson Ranch benefit-district assessments after developer criticizes process

Jul 28, 2026

After a public hearing, the board approved special assessments for the Peterson Ranch Road Benefit District (presented project cost ~$390,408 assessed across 18 properties). Developer Lynn Blickett urged clearer petition terms; the commission confirmed a 10-year repayment schedule and adopted the assessment resolution.

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Assistant County Counselor Michael Hawthorne presented the Peterson Ranch benefit-district assessment at the public hearing, stating the total project cost of $390,408.37 to be assessed across 18 properties, which he summarized as about $21,689.36 per parcel.

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