The City of Chula Vista is seeking input from residents on infrastructure funding priorities, through a new survey available in both English and Spanish. To continue upgrading and maintaining streets, sidewalks, underground storm drains, as well as improve parks, recreation facilities and other local infrastructure, the City Council is considering placing a measure on the November 2024 ballot to renew the Measure P half-cent sales tax for an additional 10 years at the current rate.
As the City evaluates options for continuing to protect services and keep the community well-maintained, resident input is important. An informational mailer was delivered the week of May 27 to homes, condominiums, and apartments to invite residents to take the survey. The survey is included in the mailer and an online version is also available. In addition, an awareness campaign will encourage resident participation via social media, City newsletter distribution, outreach to boards and commissions, and information available in City buildings.
Since Measure P took effect on April 1, 2017, more than $190 million has been allocated to projects throughout the city, including street repairs and maintenance, energy and water efficiency upgrades, and new construction of fire stations and community facilities. The ballot measure also established the Measure P Citizens Oversight Committee, which is composed of members who review and report on City compliance with the measure’s provisions.
The city has also used the funds to upgrade police, fire, paramedic and emergency life-saving equipment, vehicles, and facilities. A new, modern, 9-1-1 dispatch system ensures rapid emergency response times. The city has also updated and transformed parks, recreation, and library facilities.
Please visit the City’s Renewing Measure P webpage to find links to the survey or more information. The survey is available in English at tinyurl.com/CityofChulaVista-Survey or in Spanish at tinyurl.com/CityofChulaVista-SpanishSurvey.
