Santa Monica Proposes Permanent Parcel Tax (Measure ES) to Fund School District
What happened
Measure ES has been proposed for residents of Santa Monica. The measure is a permanent, regressive parcel tax of $495 that increases annually. If passed, it would require Santa Monica residents to assume the City’s $12 million commitment to the School District. Proponents argue this frees up $12 million for the City to spend elsewhere, allowing the Joint Use Agreement with the School District to expire.
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Why it matters
The proposal directly impacts the City's budget and service structure. If Measure ES passes, the City could de-prioritize parks and recreation services and end all City-run after-school access and programming unless a new agreement is established. If the measure fails, the status quo remains, but the City may still need to make service cuts.
Santa Monica City Council is currently taking positions on various measures affecting city policies.
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Who's involved
- Santa MonicaThe city where Measure ES is proposed for residents.
- MeasureThe proposed $495 regressive parcel tax measure.
- city councilThe legislative body responsible for enacting policies for Santa Monica.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
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