Measure V would levy a 0.5% sales tax in Berkeley, increasing the total sales tax rate to 10.75%, to generate an estimated $9,000,000 to $10,000,000 annually for general City uses. It is passing and needs a majority to be adopted.
Yes leads by 964 votes.
13,884
12,920
| Yes | 13,884 | 51.8% |
| No | 12,920 | 48.2% |
Shall the measure levying a 0.5% sales tax in Berkeley, increasing the total sales tax rate in the City to 10.75%, estimated to generate $9,000,000 to $10,000,000 annually, with proceeds placed into the General Fund for general City uses, including but not limited to sustaining fire, police and 911 dispatch services, youth and senior services, and community programs, until ended by the voters, with independent audits, be adopted?