Facts on Sales Tax and Stormwater Fees Ballot Measures Town Hall // May 4, 2026

City of Monterey · May 4, 2026

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Opening remarks and meeting purpose

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Moderator opened the town hall, explained this is the third meeting on the sales tax measure and the storm-water fee, and said the goal is to address a roughly $10 million structural deficit and restore long-term sustainability; asked public to stay engaged and invited staff to present (Moderator).

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City of Monterey officials detailed a projected $10 million structural general-fund shortfall, outlined cost-cutting steps already taken and proposed revenue options — including a 3.75% sales tax (Measure D) — and presented a separate, Prop 218 storm-water fee the city plans to mail as a ballot measure.

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