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Measure Y arts parcel tax

Berkeley

Summary

Berkeley voters may get to decide Measure Y, a parcel tax that would send about $6.3 million a year to local arts groups. Most homeowners would pay roughly $105 annually. If you care about live theater and arts funding—or your tax bill—this is one to watch.

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Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

It would raise about $6.3 million a year for the arts, with most homeowners paying around $105 more annually.

✅Who benefits

Local arts groups and anyone who wants more live theater and arts funding in Berkeley come out ahead.

⚠️Who could be affected

Homeowners will feel it in their property tax bill—about $105 a year—and renters could be indirectly affected if costs get passed along.

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