Public Safety and Cleanliness Parcel Tax Ballot Measure
Oakland
Summary
Residents and city leaders debated placing a $192 annual parcel tax measure on the June ballot to fund police patrols, 911 dispatch, fire stations, and illegal dumping removal. Supporters emphasized critical public safety needs, while critics questioned tax burdens and petition transparency.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Last discussed Mar 3, 2026.
Impact analysis
Raises approximately $34 million annually for nine years via a $192 annual parcel tax on single-family parcels.
Oakland residents relying on core municipal services, emergency response, and clean public spaces.
Property owners facing increased annual parcel tax assessments.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Endorsement: Oakland voters should reject Measure EE plan that politicizes administration
Endorsement: Oakland voters should reject Measure EE plan that politicizes administration The Mercury News
* Concurrent Meeting of the Oakland Redevelopment Successor Agency and the City Council — March 3, 2026
Residents and city leaders debated placing a $192 annual parcel tax measure on the June ballot to fund police patrols, 911 dispatch, fire stations, and illegal dumping removal. Supporters emphasized critical public safety needs, while critics questioned tax burdens and petition transparency.
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