Support countywide 0.5% sales tax to fund transportation improvements

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In Plain English

Contra Costa County wants to add a half-cent sales tax to fund road repairs, public transit, and other transportation projects. The tax would appear on a future ballot for all county voters to decide. If approved by voters, you would pay an extra 50 cents on every $100 purchase.

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Votes

Adopted Resolution No. 100-19

Passed

7 to 0

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Why This Vote Matters

The city council unanimously endorsed a proposed countywide half-cent sales tax that would fund road repairs, public transit, and other transportation projects. This means residents would pay an extra 50 cents on every $100 purchase if county voters approve the tax on a future ballot. The council's support doesn't create the tax—it simply signals the city's backing for the county's proposal. All seven council members voted in favor of the resolution.

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