Shall the Ordinance to increase the City of Carmel-by-the-Sea’s current 1% sales tax to 1.5% to generate an estimated $4.5 million per year for 20 years to enhance the City’s green infrastructure of parks, trails, beaches and trees; invest in community facilities and spaces; maintain public safety and emergency preparation; fund capital needs; address pension liabilities and provide general City services, with all funds staying local, and with an annual independent audit, be adopted?
2, Monterey County • 2020 • Measure
Passed
Result: 60.5% yes, 39.5% no (1,624 votes cast)
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This ballot measure increased Carmel-by-the-Sea's sales tax from 1% to 1.5% for 20 years to generate approximately $4.5 million annually for parks, trails, beaches, trees, community facilities, public safety, capital projects, pension obligations, and general city services. The measure requires annual independent audits and keeps all revenue within the local community.