Pasadena Measure PFD is on the November 3, 2026 ballot in California.
What it does
Authorize a parcel tax of $0.19 per square foot of improved property for 14 years to fund local fire protection and emergency response services
On your ballot
To help maintain fire, paramedic, 911 response; prepare for/respond to wildfires/earthquakes/medical emergencies; recruit/retain well trained firefighters; maintain lifesaving equipment/fire alert communication; shall City of Pasadena's measure annually levy 19¢ per square foot of improved property, with low income senior exemption, providing approximately $22,100,000 annually, expiring after 14 years, requiring accountability, independent audits, oversight, public spending disclosure; all funds must be used to support local fire protection/emergency medical response services, be adopted?
What a yes vote means
A "yes" vote supports authorizing an annual parcel tax of $0.19 per square foot of improved property, with exemptions for low-income seniors, for 14 years with revenue dedicated to local fire protection and emergency response services.
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LA Wes Recommendations
Led by Wes
This increases our taxes by a little bit to get more firefighters, trucks, and stations. It's a regressive tax which is not great, but it's for something we kind of need.