Election date	November 3, 2026
Current tax rate	5%
Proposed tax rate	5% — no increase
Services taxed	Electricity, natural gas, telecommunications, video services
Current expiration	December 31, 2028
New expiration if approved	December 31, 2037
Extension length	9 years
Estimated annual revenue	Approximately $7 million
Exemptions	Senior and low-income exemptions continue
Accountability	Annual audits, public reporting, oversight committee

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a tax increase?

No. Measure II keeps the existing 5% rate. It asks voters whether to extend the current tax beyond its December 31, 2028 expiration date.

What happens if Measure II fails?

The current tax remains in effect until December 31, 2028, then expires — cutting about $7 million a year from the services it funds today.

What does the money pay for?

Rapid 9-1-1 response, paramedic services, fire protection, reducing crime and gun violence, neighborhood police patrols, and street and pothole repair.

Are seniors and low-income residents exempt?

Yes. Residents age 70+, low-income residents, and PG&E CARE Program enrollees may qualify for an exemption. Contact the City’s Finance Department at [email protected] or 510-675-5417.

Is the money locally controlled?

Yes. All funds must be used locally for Union City services and cannot be taken by the state or federal government.

Is there oversight?

Yes — independent annual audits, public disclosure of spending, and an oversight committee.