San Mateo County officials are advocating for the county to join Senate Bill 63, which establishes the Transportation Revenue Measure District aimed at enhancing public transportation funding. This bill currently includes nearby counties but allows San Mateo and Santa Clara the option to participate. Supporters, including local supervisors, emphasize the necessity of this funding for agencies like BART and Caltrain, while opponents raise concerns about duplication of taxes and potential impact on low-income residents. Decisions regarding joining the measure are to be made by the SamTrans board, with a deadline in early August.
"We need BART to not just continue its service, but improve its services. And we have to be part of that. We have to help fund it."
"Creating the district duplicates existing tax authority and the tax would have an impact on low-income residents," said the California Taxpayers Association.
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