Measure J

Because the county undertakes the task of collecting the taxes for us, the District does not incur any of the significant costs that would come with using a third-party collection system. All property owners are required to pay the same tax (per parcel) and, as a special tax, our annual payment can be a tax deduction (check with your tax advisor).

Generally, yes, that is the benefit of a tax versus a fee. Consult your tax advisor.

Yes, the board has raised tiedown rents and hangar rents in order to ensure all airport users pay the same rates after Measure J passes. The board has already committed to imposing user fees on those parcels that have multiple hangars in order to ensure fairness in the airport cost-sharing process.

No. The District property owners are responsible for repairs and upkeep. The county does provide a small supplement to our street repair budget of about $11,000 to about $14,000 dollars per year. Currently, that is the only source of funds for the streets in addition to about $1,000 to about $2,000 from the Props, Cops and Rodders event.

This will be addressed in the first board meeting after the measure passes. It must be vetted and approved before any funds are spent. This new CPAD policy will require a process that future CPAD Boards must follow before spending money from the restricted accounts for infrastructure maintenance/replacement projects. While a proposed policy will be presented and discussed at one or more Board Meetings, it is anticipated that it will include public notices and meetings at least 30 days or more for the board can approve spending the restricted money. It may also include a requirement that, for a specific project, an Ad-Hoc Committee is formed, with district residents and property owners, to vet a proposed project and/or develop recommendations for the board.

Absolutely. Please visit the District’s website at www.cameronparkairport.org and go to the Governance tab to find annual budgets, records of operating expenses, and other supporting information. Links to the most recent financial reports with Directors’ minutes are available as part of the monthly Board meeting documents. Please attend the District’s monthly Board meetings, participate and be part of the solution!

We will lose control of the residential streets and airport. Because the airport and street properties were deeded from El Dorado County to CPAD upon its formation, all of the same properties would revert to the county if the district failed financially. The county would then assume decision-making authority for fees, maintenance, and continued operation. Think about it.

Put up a sign, tell your neighbors (we have flyers available), and add your name to the Supports of Measure J list.

Yes, although CPAD is not a 501c3 entity, it can accept tax-deductible donations (check with your tax advisor). CPAD is a Special District under California State Law and is a government body. Please contact the airport manager for ways to donate.

Please send an email to: CommitteeforMeasureJ@cameronairpark.org

Check the links in our Resources section

Contact the airport manager and he will get you the contact information and process to follow.