The pros and cons of Oakland’s proposed parcel tax, Measure I–INFOGRAPHIC
on November 9, 2011
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[…] Click here to see the full infographic. […]
[…] Measure I would introduce a new $80 parcel tax for single family homes in Oakland, with apartment owners paying $54.66 per unit (half of the cost is transferable to tenants). Tenants living in non-profit affordable housing would pay half the tax, while low income families are exempt from paying. Tax on commercial properties will be calculated based on size. […]