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Supervisors introduce several charter and ballot measures: Dignity Fund, Free City College proposal and public-advocate charter amendment
Summary
At the May 24 meeting supervisors introduced multiple proposals intended for the November ballot, including a "Dignity Fund" for seniors and disabled services, a mansion/transfer tax to make City College free, and a charter amendment to create an Office of Public Advocate and strengthen independent oversight.
Multiple supervisors introduced proposals and charter amendments May 24 that they said are intended for placement on the November ballot if the board proceeds with the process.
Supervisor Katy Tang, Supervisor Jane Kim, Supervisor Malia Cohen and others described proposals in the meeting: Supervisor Cohen announced the "Dignity Fund," a proposed dedicated revenue stream and ballot measure intended to provide at least $30 million annually for senior, disabled and long-term care services to help residents age in place. Cohen said the fund would support…
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