Shall the measure to protect Montclair's long-term financial ability to fund general community needs, including keeping Montclair safe; preparing for / recovering from public health emergencies; helping prevent contamination of local water sources; maintaining 911 emergency response; continuing afterschool and senior programs; repairing streets; addressing homelessness; increasing the sales tax by 1 cent, providing approximately $7,000,000 annually until ended by voters; requiring Independent financial audits, all funds used locally, be adopted?
2, San Bernardino County • 2020 • Measure
Passed
Result: 68.8% yes, 31.2% no (12,229 votes cast)
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This measure increased the sales tax by 1 cent in Montclair to generate approximately $7 million annually for general community services including public safety, emergency response, street repairs, and various programs. The measure requires independent financial audits and specifies that all funds must be used locally, with the tax continuing until ended by voters.