How are other cities funding street lights?

The majority of municipalities fund their street lighting cost from their General Fund, Local Option Gas Tax (LOGT), or through special assessments. However, special assessments are becoming more common as they are seen as a more equitable way to pay for the service.

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1. What is a special assessment?
2. Who owns the streetlights in the City of Apopka?
3. Who owns the retention areas in the City of Apopka?
4. How are Parcels apportioned for Assessment?
5. How will the assessment be billed?
6. How have street light services been paid for in the past?
7. How have retention pond maintenance been paid for in the past?
8. How are other cities funding street lights?
9. Can the assessments be spent for any other purpose?
10. Where can I find information regarding Neighborhood Improvement Special Assessment MSBU’s responsibilities?
11. Where can I obtain more information about Special Assessment Districts?