""No matter who you are and how you align yourself politically, your voice matters," SCC Registrar of Voters Matt Moreles said. Moreles says you can make your voice heard in many different ways: including voting mail, in-person voting either early or on election day, or using 109 ballot drop off locations in Santa Clara County - including two at the SAP Center."
""Whether you're here for a concert, a family event, or to cheer on the Sharks at our home opener on October 9 against Las Vegas, we encourage you to bring your ballot and take part of democracy," Sharks Sports and Entertainment Sr. VP of Government Affairs Chris Shay said. The boxes combine convenience and security - which county officials hope will boost the number of ballots cast."
"But leaders are hoping for more like 50 to 60% given the important items that are going be on the ballot this year, including Measure A. It's a proposed five eighths of a cent increase to the general sales tax in Santa Clara County. Leaders say it will create $330 million in revenue to make up for healthcare and food assistance funding cuts by the Trump Administration."
Early voting is open ahead of a statewide special election. Prop 50 is on the statewide ballot while Santa Clara County voters will decide a new assessor and Measure A, a five-eighths cent increase to the county general sales tax. Voters can use mail, in-person voting, or 109 ballot drop-off locations, including two at the SAP Center. County officials are promoting secure, convenient drop boxes to increase turnout. Typical local special elections see about 30% turnout, but leaders are aiming for 50–60% given high-profile items. Supporters say Measure A would generate about $330M to offset federal cuts to healthcare and food assistance; opponents question the allocation and timing.
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