Measure J is not a new tax.
Measure J continues the responsible fiscal policy when Fairfax voters overwhelmingly passed Measure C ten years ago. Measure J renews that funding with a modest increase so Fairfax can continue providing the essential services that protect our community and preserve our small-town character.
Every dollar raised by Measure J stays in Fairfax and cannot be taken by Sacramento. These locally controlled funds support the services residents rely on every day including police and fire protection, emergency response, road repairs, and maintaining public facilities.
Fairfax cannot afford to lose these funds.
The current Measure C revenue represents more than 7% of the Town of Fairfax’s total budget revenues. Without it, Fairfax would face serious budget shortfalls and cuts to the services that keep our community safe and functioning.
Fairfax has taken responsible steps to control costs and protect taxpayer dollars:
Conducts a rigorous and transparent budgeting process
Reduced pension benefits for new hires
Requires employees to contribute to their pension plans
The Fairfax Town Council voted unanimously to put Measure J on the ballot.
Costs for public safety, infrastructure, and emergency preparedness continue to rise. Measure J establishes a 1-cent per dollar (1%) local sales tax, ensuring that visitors and shoppers who enjoy Fairfax also help support the services they use.
A YES vote on Measure J protects public safety, maintains our roads, and keeps Fairfax strong.