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Assembly creates Thomas Bay Service Area to authorize local services and financing
Summary
On unanimous third reading the assembly created the Thomas Bay Service Area (Ordinance 2026‑17), defining boundaries and authorizing services such as fire/EMS, police, roads and parks; staff noted lot selection will follow and the level of services will be set in future budgets.
The assembly approved Ordinance 2026‑17 on a unanimous third reading to establish the Thomas Bay Service Area and to provide a statutory basis for governance and financing within the service area. The ordinance authorizes potential services including fire and EMS, police, road construction and maintenance, and parks and recreation, but it does not mandate a specific level of service—those decisions will be made through annual budgeting.
Members noted the service‑area creation is based on consent because no voters reside in the proposed area and that staff will work informally with department heads to identify strategic lots (the ordinance references approximately 154 lots). Member Mucci asked about whether EMS/search and rescue are included; Director Cabrera confirmed search and rescue operations would be supported, typically under State Troopers' authorization when applicable. The ordinance passed with all six members present voting yes.
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