Measure H Invests and Sustains
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Public Safety |
Road Maintenance & Traffic Safety |
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Why Vote Yes on Measure H?
Measure H is vital to preserving Lafayette's exceptional quality of life by maintaining essential city services that keep our community thriving. Measure H maintains police staffing levels, keeps roads in good shape, preserves senior services, and sustains our high quality of life. With robust safeguards in place, it ensures that our funds are spent responsibly.
Lafayette has always been in good financial shape, with a balanced budget, no debt, and emergency reserves. However, the city budget has been significantly impacted by inflation, including the increased cost of road maintenance, insurance, and state requirements. The city projects an ongoing budget shortfall starting next year. Without your support for Measure H, the City will be compelled to make substantial cuts, leading to:
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FEWER police officers on the street
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LESS preventive maintenance for roads
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REDUCED services for our seniors
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DECREASED traffic safety initiatives
With public input, the City Council considered many options and determined this measure would close the budget gap, keep key services intact, and preserve what our community values.
Business and community leaders support Measure H because Lafayette would remain one of the lowest-taxed cities in the region. Necessities like groceries and prescriptions are exempt. A significant portion of the funds would come from visitors who shop and dine here. 100% of the revenue stays in Lafayette under local control.
This tax is modest and responsible, with a clear purpose of maintaining city services. It is only in effect for seven years. A Citizens' Oversight Committee will provide you with transparency and accountability.
Lafayette is a beautiful and safe place to live. Let’s do our part to ensure Lafayette continues to offer residents a wonderful quality of life.
Please vote YES on Measure H!
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