General Information

City Code Section 2.04.040 provides that the City council may refer a measure to the ballot for the following reasons:

• Charter Amendments which require a vote of the people;

• to refer ordinances or resolutions to the voters, when Council wants a public vote for political reasons;

• to pass money measures, such as a bond measure or operating levy;

• or to ask a general question in an area in which Council would like the public’s input or advice.

A schedule of election dates and deadlines is available from the City Elections Officer.