FAQs
What is Measure O?
Measure O updates Concord’s outdated business license tax structure and makes it more equitable and transparent, improving tax fairness across businesses of different sizes.
How much funding is at stake?
Measure O will provide $2.9 million annually to fund vital city services.
Already, Concord has reduced staff 19%, reduced expenditures, made operations more efficient, pursued grant funding, and attracted businesses to generate revenue.
There is nowhere left to cut without jeopardizing core city services.
Who controls the money raised by Measure O?
The money raised by Measure O stays in Concord, it cannot be taken by the State. This ensures our money stays here to address our unique local needs.
How do I know the money raised is spent on vital city services?
An independent citizen oversight committee will ensure money is spent as promised and there will be annual mandatory financial audits with a report back to the community.
Who determines how the money is spent?
The city conducted months of community meetings with businesses and residents, seeking input on priorities for city services.
Who supports Measure O?
A coalition of local business and community leaders, neighbors, and elected officials.
