Review options to expand street paving program using Measure U funds
In Plain English
The city council will consider different ways to use Measure U tax revenue for additional street repairs beyond the regular paving budget. Measure U is a local sales tax that voters approved to fund city services. If approved, more streets could get repaired each year using this dedicated funding source.
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Votes
Continue Item H-2 to the May 19, 2015, City Council Meeting
5 to 1
Why This Vote Matters
The council voted to postpone a decision on how to use Measure U sales tax money for extra street repairs until their May 19th meeting. This delay means residents will have to wait longer to learn whether the city will expand its street paving program using the dedicated tax revenue that voters approved for city services. The council supported the postponement with broad support in a 5-1 vote, with McLaughlin dissenting. This marks a departure from McLaughlin's usual position, as she typically supports infrastructure measures.
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Community Discussion
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