San Jose officials support sales tax measure to offset health care impacts, but concerns linger

San Jose officials support sales tax measure to offset health care impacts, but concerns linger

Despite lingering concerns about affordability and a desire for better long-term planning, the vast majority of San Jose city leaders support the upcoming sales tax measure proposed to counter the effects of the Trump Administration’s budget bill on Santa Clara County’s health care system. Related Articles During cold and flu season, the youngest kids really are the germiest How leaders of the MAHA movement benefit…

Candidate for Assessor’s Office decries $266,000 mailer from Santa Clara County during Measure A campaign

“Due to the federal Medi-Cal cuts, our County-run hospitals and clinics are at risk of closure.” “Under the leadership of the Board of Supervisors, we are fighting to preserve and protect our critical services.” These boldface words from Santa Clara County executive James R. Williams greeted Rishi Kumar, chair of the No on Measure A campaign, when he checked his mail at home in Saratoga last week. From his perspective, this five-paragraph letter…

Santa Clara City Council Supports County’s Sales Tax Measure A on a Split Vote

By Robert Haugh The Santa Clara City Council was divided on its support for Measure A, the sales tax increase to fund County services. Raj Chahal, Albert Gonzales, Suds Jain, and Kevin Park cited the community’s healthcare needs and the importance of the County hospital system.  They voted to support the sales tax increase. Depending on where you’re shopping in the County, the sales tax could increase to 9.75 to 10.5 percent for the next five ye…