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Orange County cities are finalizing the November ballot. Here are some of the key items
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· July 31, 2026
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Key takeaway In Santa Ana, voters will decide on a tax measure related to Measure X, a 1.
Orange County cities are finalizing ballot measures for the November general election. 5% sales tax increase approved in 2018. The tax is currently set to decrease in 2029 and expire by 2039, which could result in significant revenue loss for the city.
Further details on the ballot measures are available, including the potential impact of making the Measure X tax permanent, which will be decided by Santa Ana voters in November.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 31, 2026 ·
Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) ·
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