Upcoming City Council Meeting to Discuss New Revenue Proposal for Hanford's Growing Needs

The Revenue Measure Committee (RMC) in Hanford will present a recommendation to the City Council next Tuesday. This is in response to the city's significant population growth, with recent data from the California Department of Finance showing that Hanford's population has nearly doubled since 1990, now at 59,286. The RMC's proposal suggests a revenue measure for the November ballot to meet the increasing demand for city services.

According to the City's General Plan, Hanford's population is expected to continue growing over the next decade. This growth will require improved city services such as police and fire response, street and park maintenance, and efforts to address homelessness. The proposed revenue measure is crucial for maintaining and enhancing these services.

Hanford is one of the few cities in California, specifically about 30 out of 482, that does not have a district sales tax. The proposed revenue measure would align Hanford with other municipalities across the state.

The City Council meeting, where the RMC will present their recommendation, will be broadcast live. This allows residents to stay informed about the developments. The meeting is important as it will discuss potential changes to manage the city's increasing needs.

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