District 5 Council Member· 2024-2028
Benjamin Guitron IV
Indio
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Top issues during term (4)(Taxes Budget)
Measure X revenue performance and allocation
About $19 million collected last year, funding streets, the police HQ and bond payments; next year projected at $18.9 million.
Utility users tax (Measure S) performance
$11.3 million collected, about $256,000 above budget, funding everyday city services.
Growing capital projects list
$70.9 million in project budget for 2025-26, with $17.9 million actually spent.
TCC Grant Reapplication Strategy
A successful TCC implementation grant could bring major state funding for neighborhood improvements, but only three awards are made statewide.
Decisions during term (0)
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No decisions found matching Taxes Budget.