How would a local funding measure help preserve City services

Locally controlled revenue from a sales tax could help preserve many general City services, such as:

  • Address homelessness
  • Provide quick responses to 911 emergencies, including DUIs, gang, and drug-related crimes
  • Support neighborhood police patrols, crime prevention, fire protection, and paramedics
  • Fix and maintain roads and sidewalks
  • Keep parks, recreation facilities and public areas safe and clear of trash and litter

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1. What contributes to Modesto’s quality of life?
2. What is the current state of Modesto’s budget?
3. How have City services been impacted due to lack of funding?
4. How is the City developing a long-term solution to its funding needs?
5. How would a local funding measure help preserve City services
6. How much revenue could this potential measure generate to protect City services?
7. Are there any exemptions to the sales tax?
8. Are there any fiscal safeguards to ensure funds are spent correctly?
9. Could the State cut or take this local funding?
10. Does a sales tax measure ensure that Modesto’s visitors pay their fair share?