November Ballot: Half-Cent Transportation Sales Tax
Summary
The Board called a special election on the Self-Help local transportation measure, consolidated with the November 2026 ballot. It would raise about $35 million a year for roads; the county is the only Central Coast county without such a measure.
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Last discussed Aug 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $35 million a year for roads if voters approve; up to $588,000 election cost if it fails.
Drivers, commuters and every community facing road repairs, plus grant eligibility as a self-help county.
Sales tax payers if the measure passes; taxpayers bear election costs if it fails.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Supervisors (Special) - Aug 5, 2026
The county loses its chance this cycle to join 'self-help' counties that levy a half-cent sales tax to unlock state matching funds for roads and infrastructure. Supervisors who supported the measure say the region still lacks funding for major projects and expect a future attempt with a better-crafted measure.
Board of Supervisors - Jun 16, 2026
The Board called a special election on the Self-Help local transportation measure, consolidated with the November 2026 ballot. It would raise about $35 million a year for roads; the county is the only Central Coast county without such a measure.
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