Oakland’s Measure E is a parcel tax. If it passes, it will tax single-family homes one hundred ninety-two dollars annually. Taxes on apartment units will go up by one hundred thirty-five dollars.
It was expected to bring in over $32 million annually to combat homelessness and illegal dumping and enhance public safety in the city.
“When we think about public safety as well as faster 911 police response, it also goes toward the general response that our community deserves to have.”…