Sales tax hike may head to special election in April. Oakland public watchdog funding will not

Councilmember Kevin Jenkins said the tax increase would help to "stabilize our finances and prevent further erosion in city services," indicating a direct link between the tax and city service preservation.

Council President Nikki Fortunato Bas expressed concern that simultaneously presenting both the sales tax and oversight parcel tax could undermine the chances for the sales tax measure, emphasizing the importance of clear voter communication.

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