Direct staff to prepare companion ballot measure to Kids First Initiative
In Plain English
The city council is considering a second ballot measure to accompany the Kids First Initiative on the June 2018 ballot. Staff will prepare the final version with changes to funding timing, money distribution, and requirements that a general tax measure also passes. The council will review and vote on the final measure at their February 27 meeting.
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Direct staff to prepare said ballot measure
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Why This Vote Matters
The council unanimously directed staff to prepare a second ballot measure to accompany the Kids First Initiative for the June 2018 election. This companion measure will include changes to how and when funding is distributed, along with a requirement that voters also approve a general tax measure. Staff will bring back the final version for the council to review and vote on at their February 27 meeting. This is a procedural step in the ballot measure development process, with no financial impact at this stage.
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