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                                                                    December 2007

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Press Release – 11-27-07

ACTION PAC Committee to Support measure C

Contacts

Joe Smith, ACTION 559-683-0212

Dave Herb, LAFCo Executive Officer  559-474-3181

Jim Simon, RSG 714-541-4585

LAFCO Confirms Town of Oakhurst Financially Feasible

The Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCo), in the impartial ballot analysis has once again declared the incorporation of Oakhurst financially feasible.  The analysis states “A comprehensive fiscal analysis of the proposed incorporation, based on existing service levels and revenue sources, and not assuming any increases in the tax rate or the levying of any new assessments, was performed.  The results of the analysis estimated that the proposed city would collect approximately $2 million in revenues during the first fiscal year of cityhood (2008/2009), while expending approximately $1 million during that same period for municipal services and other obligations.  The $1 million in revenues which have not been appropriated could be used at the discretion of the town council to increase the level of selected services, provide new services, fund capital improvements, accumulate a reserve, or for other municipal purposes.  The analysis further shows general fund surpluses each of the first 10 years of the cityhood”.   Dave Herb, LAFCo Executive officer, stated “California State Law prohibits LAFCo from moving forward any incorporation petition unless it is found financially feasible.  In this case the Town of Oakhurst is clearly financially feasible with excess reserves even after revenue neutrality with the County of Madera”.   The mission of LAFCO is to coordinate logical and timely changes in local governmental boundaries and to implement the applicable provisions of State law, namely the Cortese-Knox-Hertzberg Local Government Reorganization Act of 2000.  LAFCO is responsible for reviewing potential simplifications and streamlining of governmental structure and increase cost effectiveness.  LAFCo commissioned the firm Rosenow Spevacek Group, Inc (“RSG”) to study the financial feasibility of the Town of Oakhurst.  RSG is recognized as a leader in providing consulting services to local government agencies and private clients within California and Nevada for the past 26 years.  Headquartered in Santa Ana, California, RSG serves over 130 local government agencies and approximately 20 private clients with its staff of 33 members.  During the public meeting to review the CFA, RSG consultant Jim Simon stated “it’s hard to find a more favorable financial picture for a new town than the one for the Town of Oakhurst”.  Both Dave Herb of LAFCO and Simon from RSG have indicated the CFA has to be a very conservative document to avoid any problems after incorporation.  Joe Smith of the ACTION committee to incorporate Oakhurst commented “We have a CFA that not only shows the financial feasibility of the Town of Oakhurst but produces yearly budget surpluses from $263,116 to $602,494.  The CFA also states it is a conservative document by growing revenues much lower than historically experienced.  LAFCo and RSG have done this to ensure the financial feasibility, by understating the revenues it creates a cushion for the town going forward.  The CFA and the analysis confirm that the Town is financially feasible, without any new taxes. We have said all along that incorporation is not a magic pill that will solve all our problems, but rather an opportunity for us to assume our responsibilities of self governance and take local control of our future rather than leaving it in the hands of those who do not live here.  Incorporation is a change in government- not more government, no new taxes, no debt, no ordinance changes, no service reductions, just local citizens making local decisions that can protect our rural culture.”

Voters in Oakhurst will have the opportunity to choose

Incorporation on the February 5 Ballot

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Peaceful tri-level home in historic Sugar Pine. Originally built in 1920s, since then, many improvements have been made. Wonderful deck to enjoy the mountain air and scenery. Backyard has water feature and outdoor fireplace for roasting marshmallows, tri-tips, or for intimate social gatherings. Third bedroom/bath (studio apartment) addition not permitted but  built by local contractor. "Secret  room" could be used as fourth bedroom perhaps or for storage or an office. (Both apartment and secret room not included in square footage.) Submit all offers.

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This amazing horse property in North Fork has beautiful local and distant views. Property is fenced and cross fenced with barn and stalls.  Remodeled home has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 2-car garage. New laminate flooring with other upgrades. Home has air

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• 25 minutes from Yosemite National Park Gate
• 20 Minutes from Major Supermarkets and other Shopping in Oakhurst

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It takes “more” than just listing a home to get it sold

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1. Feature it in my monthly Newsletter: “Yosemite Gateway Properties and Lifestyles.” at:  http://edbaileyrealtor.com/news.html  Advertise it on my web page.  To gain exposure and more favorable positioning, I maintain a total of 23 select URL (home page) addresses, and all of them link to my main web site   The site is now averaging over 600 hits per day..  A prospective buyer doing a search for property in our mountain area is more likely to reach my web site and your property listing, than most of other agents in the area.
2. Post it with  Yosemite Gateway Multiple Listing Service,
3. Post it with  Fresno Area Multiple Listing Services
4. Create a dynamic Slide Show to give your home superior exposure on the internet.  You will be able to e-mail it to your friends.
5. Advertise it in the Yosemite Gateway Buyer’s Guide
6. Advertise it through direct mail and posted flyers
7. Do “on screen” presentations at meetings of Yosemite Gateway Association of REALTORS®
8. Send letters to all property owners in your area inviting them to help choose their new neighbors
9. Arrange a “caravan” viewing by Yosemite Gateway Assoc. of REALTORS® Agents
10. Do “Open House” presentations
11. Help your buyer arrange financing

I will also:

1. Engage a professional home staging decorator (no cost to you) to meet with you and advise you on several things you can do to make your home more appealing to prospective buyers.  Research shows that the median purchase price of ”staged” homes is 7 percent higher than homes that are not staged.
2. Order a preliminary title report immediately (no cost to you), and address any questions or potential problems early in the process – before, not after, escrow opening.
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4. Provide you with regular progress reports and be available to you on your schedule

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The median purchase of single family homes sold through our local MLS over the past three months has actually gone up by 5% over last years prices?  Get my exclusive Mountain Area Market Report.  It’s FREE.  Just send me an e-mail request to edbailey@sti.net and I will send you a copy.

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You can receive the last seven days home listings, whenever you wish, showing all homes that have been listed in Yosemite Gateway MLS in the last week, along with a link to pictures and detailed information about each of them.  Just send your e-mail address to EdBaileu@sti.net or call me at (559)676-2424.  It’s FREE!

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What’s Happening

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Also tell us, in 50 words or less, what you consider the most interesting of our Mountain Treasures, and why.  Examples of Mountain Treasures:  Timberline Gallery; Sierra Mono Museum; Mariposa County Courthouse; the Wild, Wonderful, King Museum (vintage clothing);  the Children's Museum of the Sierra; Fresno Flats Historical Park; the California State Mining and Minerals Museum in Mariposa; Sierra Scenic Bypass; the Little Church on the Hill; the Talking Bear; Sierra Art Trails; the Elegant Auction; Heritage Days; the Fall Arts and Music Festival; the Loggers Jamboree; the Coarsegold Rodeo; the Christmas Tree Auction; the Honorary Mayor Contest; the Wild, Wonderful Chocolate Festival; Jazz on the Lake; the Bass Lake Fishing Derby; the Mountain Bear "Angels Amongst Us" Annual Awards Dinner; The Wall of Heroes Annual Awards Dinner; or name your own Mountain Treasure.  E-mail it to: edBailey@sti.net. You may call us at 559-683-5193 or toll free at 888-683-5193.

Ed Bailey

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