Palo Alto Measure J is on the November 3, 2026 ballot in California.
What it does
Levy a 0.5% sales tax to fund general city services
On your ballot
City of Palo Alto Community Safety/Services Measure. To provide general city services including repairing Cubberley Community Center for current safety, earthquake, accessibility standards; upgrading deteriorating electrical systems, wiring, plumbing; acquiring outdoor space/sites; maintaining streets, safe, clean downtown/commercial cores; preparing for natural disasters; repairing deteriorating community spaces, libraries, shall City of Palo Alto's measure enacting a 0.5% (1/2¢) sales tax, providing approximately $15,600,000 annually until ended by voters, with published financial audits, all funds used locally, be adopted?
What a yes vote means
A "yes" vote supports levying a 0.5% sales tax to fund general city services.
