Argument in favor of Measure BARGUMENT IN FAVOR OF MEASURE B
Yes on B -Preserve the essential services and quality of life in Cupertino.
Since 1990, the City has used its utility users t~ix (UUT) to fund important services such
as public safety, the library, support for schools, and street maintenance programs.
Measure B is not a new tax.
YES on B simply clarifies what can and cannot be taxed -with NO CHANGE to the
existing rate -and continues the exemption for seniors. Updating the language ensures
taxpayers are treated the same as they are tod~~y. We anticipate that residents will see
no change in their monthly bill.
Over the past 20 years, communications technology has changed. To keep pace with
technology advances, Cupertino must update and ratify the existing UUT language to
reflect current definitions for telecommunication services.
By updating our UUT language, Yes on B protects local revenues for local needs. Local UUT
funds can't be taken by the State.
Cupertino's UUT pays for many critical city sE~rvices. Without this funding, the City
would be forced to cut funding that supports:
• Neighborhood police patrols
• Library services
• School crossing guards
• City streets
• Open space and park improvement projects
Yes on B allows the City to maintain progr~ims and services for local school children and
families that improve our quality of life in Cu~~ertino.
Many residents live in Cupertino because it offers a higher level of service, programs
and quality of life than neighboring cities. Vote Yes on B to ensure our City can
maintain the high quality of public safety, su~~port our excellent schools, maintain parks
and open space, and provide the senior progr,~ms that residents expect and deserve.
Join all five Councilmembers, seniors, public ~;afety, library, and community leaders in
voting YES on B to ensure that Cupertino remains a quality community.
Phil Quon
Superintendent, Cupertino Union School District
Michael Chang
Former Mayor of Cupertino
Roberta Hollimon
Retired Cupertino Resident
Mary-Ann Wallace
Retired Cupertino Community Librarian
Laurie Smith
Sheriff
Mark Santoro
City Council Member
Orrin Mahoney
Cupertino Mayor
Gilbert Wong
City Council Member
Kris Wang
Cupertino Vice Mayor
Dolly Sandoval
City Council Member