SANTA MARIA, Calif. (KEYT) - Voters in Santa Maria have elected by a projected wide margin to approve sales tax Measure C.
The latest reports show a significant lead for those who voted ‘yes’ on the ballot measure during the midterms earlier this month.
Expected to increase city revenue by $13 million a year, a sales tax increase of 50 cents for every $100 will go into effect by April next year.
Essential goods such as groceries, diapers, prescription medications, medical supplies and feminine hygiene products are exempt.
The tax will be applied to all other taxable goods, from clothing to vehicles, purchased within city limits.
Direction for the formation of a citizen’s oversight committee to supervise the allocation of the revenue will be coming from City Council in the coming weeks and months.
The revenue will be utilized to maintain operating hours at the Public Library and Paul Nelson Aquatic Center.
Repairs to roads, streets, sidewalks, parks, playgrounds, and sports facilities will also receive portions, as will recreational programs for youth, adults and seniors.
City leaders expect this revenue to maintain consistency and expedite response times for all quality-of-life issues in the city.
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