City of Berkeley · Alameda County · November 3, 2026 California General Election
Measure V: Sales Tax Measure
The question on your ballot
Shall the measure levying a 0.5% sales tax in Berkeley, increasing the total sales tax rate in the City to 10.75%, estimated to generate $9,000,000 to $10,000,000 annually, with proceeds placed into the General Fund for general City uses, including but not limited to sustaining fire, police and 911 dispatch services, youth and senior services, and community programs, until ended by the voters, with independent audits, be adopted? [1]
Vote YES or NO on the question exactly as printed. Percentage Passing: 50% + 1.
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