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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Riverside County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
November 2026 ballot measures
The half-cent transportation sales tax that funds freeways, local road repairs, and transit would continue at the current rate — no increase — and go to voters this November. It could bring roughly $11.8 billion over a 30-year horizon, with a new Taxpayer Oversight Committee added for accountability. One commissioner voted no.
FY 2026/27 Proposed Budget
RCTC's proposed $1.1 billion budget spends about $23.7 million more than it takes in, drawing down reserves saved for big projects like grade separations and the SR-79 realignment. Measure A sales tax revenue is projected flat at $280 million while toll revenues rise 9%.
FY 2026/2027 Agency Budget
The committee set the guiding goals for next year's transportation budget — quality of life, operational excellence, connecting the economy, and being a responsible partner. The full budget comes back for adoption in June.