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Bay Area Transit Tax on Ballot | California News
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A major sales tax measure could hit the Bay Area ballot this November, proposing a half-percent hike in Santa Clara County to fund $1 billion annually for public transit. With enough signatures to qualify, the initiative aims to plug massive budget gaps at VTA and BART—both facing serious deficits despite record ridership. While critics worry about the burden on low-income residents who rely on transit, supporters argue robust infrastructure is vital for the region’s future, especially as tourism surges. This follows a pattern of South Bay voters approving tax measures for critical needs—now the question is whether transit funding will win approval in November.
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