Because of an outdated city law, the state of California could cut off funding we need to repair roads, build parks, and make sure our city is prepared for a changing climate. Measure D is a simple fix to protect more than $120 million per year in state infrastructure funding while increasing taxpayer accountability and making sure good jobs go to local workers.
In 2022, San Diego received $123.4 million in state funds to fix streets, upgrade parks and rebuild neighborhoods. That funding could be cut off at any time.
California temporarily froze funding needed to secure our water supply in 2018. The 18-month delay raised the price tag at least $130 million—money San Diegans will have to pay. We can’t afford that kind of risk.