City budget deficit and LA County sales tax measure
Long Beach
Summary
The city faces a bigger-than-expected general fund deficit in fiscal year 2027 as sales tax, utility, and property tax revenues lag. A June LA County ballot measure to raise sales tax for public health could send 1% of revenue to Long Beach.
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Last discussed Feb 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
A larger FY 2027 deficit could squeeze health department funding; the county measure could offset some losses.
Health department programs would benefit if the county measure passes.
Residents could face service cuts if the deficit forces reductions.
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