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KERN COUNTY 2022 - ELECTIONS

During our last meeting we discussed the ballots for our local elections here in Kern County. We wanted to give our members a voter guide. We want to give you the pros and cons of each measure including links for you to research.  Some measures didn't have any info online about them. If you have any info contact us. 

MEASURE "E" - KERN HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT

Measure E is a general obligation (GO) bond measure on the November 8, 2022, general election ballot. If approved by 55% of the votes cast, it will result in an extension of the current tax rate to authorize $160 million to make critical renovations and improve schools and classrooms throughout the Kern High School District. 


Kern Party Vote: No. This does have a tax increase. 


Pros: From what we see the pros would be including funds for vocational training in school (construction, auto mechanics, etc.). Also increase security and safety items in the schools. Another pro is that an independent Citizens’ Oversight Committee must review and report on all bond expenditures, and a third-party auditor must audit all bond expenditures.


Cons: This measure is funded through a property tax increase. Best case scenario, $18.61  per $100,00 and worst case $30.00 per $100,000. Who is going to be appointed in this Citizens’ Oversight Committee.


Links:

Kern High school district Website





MEASURE "G" - EDISON SCHOOL DISTRICT

Couldn't find any info on this one. Nothing was listed on the Kern County website.


MEASURE "H" - FRUITVALE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Couldn't find any info on this one. Nothing was listed on the Kern County website.

MEASURE "I" - PANAMA-BUNEA VISTA SCHOOL DISTRICT

Per the school's site: Panama-Buena Vista Union School District (P-BVUSD) schools serve an essential community need. As the local provider of TK-8 public education, we believe all students deserve to learn in quality classrooms and school facilities. We have two key priorities: 1) to ensure academic success for every student attending our TK-8 schools; and 2) to make sure our school facilities and grounds are safe, secure, modern, and equipped to provide the best educational environment possible


Kern Party Vote: No. This does have a tax increase. 


Pros: .Schools will be upgraded and updated. An independent Citizens’ Oversight Committee.


Cons: Tax increase is $30.00 per $100,000. The average home owners tax increase would go up on average $75.00. 



Links: 

Panama School District Website

MEASURE "J" - BOARD OF SUPERVISOR TERM LIMITS

We couldn't find anything on the web for this one. Seems like term limits for board of supervisors is what is at stake here. This is out thoughts


Kern Party Vote: YES. This does have a tax increase. 


Pros: .Term limits create a more dynamic political landscape for voter participation .


Cons: Potentially limits voter authority.




MEASURE "K" - 1% SALES TAX INCREASE FOR UNINCORPORATED KERN

Measure K, which would increase the sales tax in unincorporated areas of the county by 1%. To maintain vital local services such as law enforcement, fire, medical emergency 911 response; crime prevention; recruiting/retaining firefighters/sheriff deputies; attracting industries/jobs; addressing mental health/addiction challenges; for general government use; shall the measure be adopted establishing a 1¢ sales tax in unincorporated Kern County, providing approximately $54,000,000 annually until ended by voters; requiring audits, oversight/public spending disclosures, and no money for the State?


Kern Party Vote: NO. Tax increase. 


Pros: .Tax increase could provide more tax dollars for more new hires within the Kern County Sherriff’s Office. Giving them more support to help people in unincorporated area


Cons:  Doesn't ensure funds will be spent in all unincorporated. 



Links: 

Kernville Sun

Kern County Website

MEASURE "L" - CITY OF BAKERSFIELD

Couldn't find any info on this one. Nothing was listed on the Kern County website.

MEASURE "M" - CITY OF MCFARLAND GENERAL TAX

Couldn't find any info on this one. Nothing was listed on the Kern County website.

MEASURE "O" - CITY OF MCFARLAND TAX ON CANNABIS



Kern Party Vote: NO. Tax increase on cannabis sales. 


Pros: .Tax increase could provide more police officers. 


Cons:  Cannabis industry is already heavily taxed at 15%


Links: 

Article from Bakersfield Califorian 

MEASURE "P" - CITY OF RIDGECREST

“To provide funding, that cannot be taken by the State, for maintaining services, such as fire services/keeping both fire stations open full-time; 911 response times; replacing Pinney pool; emergency medical response; pothole/ street repair; recreation programs for all; other city services; shall the City of Ridgecrest measure be adopted levying a 1¢ sales tax, ending in 9 years, providing $5,900,000 annually, requiring all funds stay local, independent citizens' oversight/annual audits.”


Kern Party Vote: NO. Tax increase. 


Pros: .Provide funding that cannot be taken away by the state.


Cons:  There is a $.01 sales tax increase ending in 9 years. Will effect those of lesser means. 



EXTENDED

MEASURE "Q" - CITY OF TAFT

Couldn't find any info on this one. Nothing was listed on the Kern County website.

MEASURE "S" - CITY OF TEHACHAPI

The City of Tehachapi's Measure S was placed on the ballot after months of engagement with Tehachapi residents on their service priorities as years of state takeaways of local funds and increases at the county level for basic fire services have created a situation where the City is projecting a future budget deficit. Further cuts to basic services may be required without additional local funds.


Kern Party Vote: NO. Tax increase. 


Pros: .Money remains local. Protecting drinking water and other public services


Cons:  1% tax increase. Which effects low income. No sunset clause, meaning this will be in effect forever. 



Links: 

City of Tehachapi

MEASURE "T" - CITY OF WASCO CITY CLERK

Couldn't find any info on this one. Nothing was listed on the Kern County website.

MEASURE "U" - CITY OF WASCO CITY TREASURER

Couldn't find any info on this one. Nothing was listed on the Kern County website.

MEASURE "V" - BEAR VALLEY CSD - FUNDING FOR GATE OPERATIONS

Couldn't find any info on this one. Nothing was listed on the Kern County website.

MEASURE "W" - BEAR VALLEY CSD - FUNDING FOR POLICE SERVICES

Trying to restore more police service in the area. 


Kern Party Vote: NO. Tax increase 


Pros:  More police in the area could benefit residents.


Cons:  Tax increase.

MEASURE "X" - TEHACHAPI VALLEY HEALTHCARE DISTRICT

Extending out a lease with Adventist Health for 6 years and requires that Adventist Health builds a pavilion. 


Kern Party Vote: YES. 


Pros: .No tax increase. Extends lease.


Cons:  Government contract



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