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State Ballot Measure 1983 Threat to Local Taxes

San Mateo

Summary

The council formally opposed a Howard Jarvis initiative that would invalidate local taxes like San Mateo's real property transfer tax — worth $10-15 million a year for streets, parks, and stormwater.

At a glance

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Last discussed Jun 1, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Could cost the city $10-15 million annually and invalidate voter-approved measures like Measure CC.

✅Who benefits

The city's streets, parks, stormwater, and public facilities funded by the transfer tax.

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