City of Berkeley · Alameda County · November 3, 2026 California General Election
Measure Z: Initiative - Public Bank Measure
The question on your ballot
Shall the measure creating a special parcel tax to capitalize and support a public bank to fund investments in affordable housing, green energy/infrastructure and small businesses, at rates of $0.06/square foot of residential improvements and $0.09/square foot of non-residential improvements, estimated to generate approximately $9,200,000 the first year and $58,300,000 over its six-year duration, with funds subject to review, allocation and approval by the City Council and regular audits, be adopted? [1]
Vote YES or NO on the question exactly as printed. Percentage Passing: 50% + 1.
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