Proposed Infrastructure Sales Tax Measure
Summary
The council considered putting a half-cent sales tax measure on the November ballot to fund crumbling roads and public infrastructure, but ultimately voted down placing it before voters.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jul 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
Would have generated approximately $15 million annually, totaling $225 million over 15 years.
All residents and motorists who would benefit from repaired streets and upgraded city infrastructure.
Taxpayers who would face an increased sales tax rate.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council - Successor Agency - Housing Authority — July 21, 2026
The council considered putting a half-cent sales tax measure on the November ballot to fund crumbling roads and public infrastructure, but ultimately voted down placing it before voters.
Fiscal Sustainability Ad Hoc Committee — May 14, 2026
The committee discussed whether to place a half-cent dedicated infrastructure tax or a one-cent general sales tax on the November 2026 ballot to fund roads and city operations.
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