- How much will it cost?
The initiative establishes an $18 annual surcharge per vehicle registered in the State of California
- Is this a tax?
The Attorney General’s summary refers to the $18 as a “surcharge”.
- Who pays the surcharge?
Owners of all California
- Vehicles subject to the Commercial Vehicle Registration Act (Section 4000.6 of the Vehicle code) (generally, vehicles exceeding 10,000 pounds gross vehicle weight)
- Trailers subject to Section 5014.1 of the Vehicle Code
- Trailer coaches as defined by Section 635 of the Vehicle Code.
- Do visitors driving out-of-state vehicles pay entrance fees?
Yes.
- When do I pay the surcharge?
On or after January 1, 2011. The fee will be collected when vehicle registration fees are paid.
- What happens with vehicle day-use?
Typically, most state parks charge a vehicle day-use fee that covers entry into the park and parking. Under Proposition 21, all California
- Which fees would remain?
- Camping fees
- Tour fees (for example Ano Nuevo State Reserve or Hearst Castle tours)
- Swimming pool fees
- Boating fees
- Museum and special event fees (for example, fees charged at the
- Supplemental fees (for example, charges for extra vehicles at campsites)
- Will there be changes to other existing fees?
The proposition only addresses fees for vehicle day-use access.
- Am I guaranteed entrance at any unit of the
No. Park entrance remains subject to space limitations. This will vary by park and time of day. Entrance is usually based on a first-come first-served basis. It is best to check with park staff to learn more.
- When would I see more services in the state parks?
The timeline for adding staff and increasing services depends on a number of factors:
· Receiving approval from the Legislature to expend funds
· When the funds are received from the Department of Motor Vehicles
· Time required to recruit, hire and train new staff
- Who gets the money?
- California State Parks (76%)
- Department of Fish and Game (7%)
- State conservancies (2%)
- Wildlife Conservation Board (2%)
- Urban River Parkways (4%)
- Locally operated State Parks units (5%)
- When will the money be available?
The funds will be available when they’re appropriated into Parks’ budget by the Legislature and governor
- How will State Parks use the additional funds?
Subject to approval by the governor and Legislature, the additional funds could only be spent for purposes contained in the initiative:
· Operation, maintenance, and repair of facilities, including visitor centers, restrooms, campsites, and ranger stations, in the State Park System.
· Wildlife conservation and protection of natural resources, including forests, other natural lands, and lands that provide clean water, clean air and protect the health of people and nature.
· Expanding public access to the State Park System and natural areas through outreach, public education, improved transportation access and providing for the safety and security of park visitors.
· Development, management and expansion of state park units and facilities as needed to provide and enhance public access and recreational opportunities.
· Protecting rivers, lakes, streams, coastal waters and marine resources.
· Grants to local agencies that operate units of the State Park System to offset the loss of day use revenues as provided in this chapter, and to state and local agencies that manager river parkways.
· Protecting and restoring state park cultural and historical resources.
· Auditing and oversight of the implementation of this act to ensure that funds are only spent in accordance with the provisions of this act and are not diverted or misspent.
· Other costs related to the operation and management of the State System.
· Collection costs for the State Park Access Pass.
- Who will oversee how the funds are spent?
The initiative requires an annual audit by the State Auditor and the formation of a public oversight committee. Funds for oversight of administration are limited to 1% of the total funds received.
- Where can I find more information?
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