Proposed 0.25% Transactions and Use Tax Measure for November 2026 Ballot
Glendale
Summary
City leaders attempted to place a 0.25% sales tax increase on the November ballot to address structural budget deficits and fund public safety. The measure failed because it required a unanimous council vote to declare a fiscal emergency, highlighting ongoing debates over spending, taxes, and service cuts.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Aug 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
Would have generated an estimated $11 million annually for the General Fund starting April 1, 2027.
Residents and businesses who rely on city public safety, parks, library services, and infrastructure maintenance.
Local consumers and businesses, as the tax would increase retail prices and potentially impact consumer spending.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Special City Council - Aug 4, 2026
City leaders attempted to place a 0.25% sales tax increase on the November ballot to address structural budget deficits and fund public safety. The measure failed because it required a unanimous council vote to declare a fiscal emergency, highlighting ongoing debates over spending, taxes, and service cuts.
Special City Council - Jul 30, 2026
Glendale is facing a multi-million dollar structural budget deficit and is considering asking voters to approve a quarter-cent sales tax to keep local money in the city and fund essential public safety and infrastructure needs.
City Council - Jul 28, 2026
Mayor Kassakhian proposed placing a quarter-cent sales tax measure on the November ballot to secure local revenues and prevent county preemption. The council agreed to discuss this proposal further at an upcoming special meeting.
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