To protect City of Lakewood's financial stability; maintain 911 emergency response/sheriff patrols; prevent property crimes, thefts, burglaries; protect local drinking water; maintain streets; repair potholes; keep public areas/parks safe/clean; address homelessness; maintain senior/disabled resident/youth/gang prevention programs/other general services, shall an ordinance establishing a ¾¢ sales tax providing approximately $10,000,000 annually until ended by voters be adopted; requiring citizens' oversight, audits, all funds controlled locally?
2, Los Angeles County • 2020 • Measure
Passed
Result: 64.4% yes, 35.6% no (21,479 votes cast)
AI-generated plain-language summary
This measure established a 0.75-cent sales tax in Lakewood, California to generate approximately $10 million annually for general city services including public safety, street maintenance, parks, and social programs. The tax includes citizen oversight and audit requirements and remains in effect until terminated by voters.