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City of Yuma: Arguments For and Against Propositions 436 and 437 Sought
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June 23, 2026 City notice describes both propositions and the publicity-pamphlet argument process.
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Distinguishes the spending-base adjustment from the candidate-signature amendment. Describes the absence of new taxes, increased rates, or additional revenue.
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- VerifiedThe City states that Proposition 436 itself creates no new tax or fee, increases no existing tax rate, and authorizes no additional revenue.
This describes the measure itself, not every future City fiscal decision.
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The percentages stay at 3%–5%. The proposal changes which preceding election supplies the ballot count, while future signature totals remain turnout-dependent.
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- Yuma Propositions 436 & 437
A plain-English evidence guide to City of Yuma Propositions 436 and 437 on the November 3, 2026 ballot. Proposition 436 concerns a permanent adjustment to the City's expenditure base. Proposition 437 concerns how nomination-petition signature requirements for City elected office are calculated.