IRVINE, Calif.—Some cities in Orange County have set local measures for voters to decide upon this November. Here is a summary, city by city, of what will be on the ballot Nov. 3.
Cypress
Measure P would amend the city charter so the time allotted to fill city council vacancies is increased from 30 days to the 60 days allowed by state law. In addition, the measure seeks to change city council election rules—last updated in 1977—so that they adjust with changes in California’s statewide election laws.
Lastly, the amendment would permit official notices to be posted on the city’s website and in a minimum of three public places designated by the city council.
Costa Mesa
Measure Q would allow the city to authorize, regulate, and tax the storefront sale and delivery of cannabis. The measure would place limits on the locations of cannabis establishments; impose a 4 to 7 percent gross receipts tax on retail cannabis businesses; and it is expected to raise $3 million annually for public services.
Fullerton
Measure S is an ordinance authorizing the city to impose a 1.25 percent local sales tax. Presently, only 1 percent of the 7.75 percent combined rate of all state and local taxes is dedicated to the city of Fullerton. The new proposal would raise the combined tax rate to 9 percent.
Chris Karr
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Chris Karr is a California-based reporter for the The Epoch Times. He has been writing for 20 years. His articles, features, reviews, interviews, and essays have been published in a variety of online periodicals.
