r/Humboldt • u/Blondi-e • 8h ago
Local News/Politics Letter Writer Follows Fortuna’s Money Ahead of Measure D Vote
When my last letter ran, my inbox and the Facebook threads filled up. Thank you. Why is the police department paid so much? Where does the money go? So… I went and dug.
First, you should know where I started: my last letter argued against Measure D as written. Personally, I don’t think it’s a viable solution, only a temporary fix. This one isn’t a “vote yes” or “vote no” letter. I want you to have the facts. And we’ve been here before. In 2024, Measure P asked for the same 0.75% sales tax and lost, 42.5% to 57.5% (North Coast Journal). A poll done for the city this year found 46% in favor and 51% against, with a 7% margin of error (Lost Coast Outpost). Measure D is on the ballot, so here’s what you’re deciding.