Measure A sales tax shift to fund three firefighters
Turlock
Summary
The council shifted 3% of Measure A sales tax money from roads to public safety to start hiring three firefighters for the ladder truck arriving in three to four years. Critics worried about setting a precedent of using the tax for salaries; the council added a no-overtime condition and a 12-month review.
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Last discussed May 12, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $339,000 a year redirected toward fire staffing, with staff saying the roads program sees no net impact thanks to bond funding.
Fire protection levels citywide as staffing builds toward the future ladder truck.
Roads advocates concerned about any diversion of sales tax from street projects.
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