Local measures

Berkeley Measure Z

Initiative: Public Bank

7 of 9 Berkeley voter guides recommend Yes on Berkeley Measure Z, as of October 10, 2026.

Yes 78%

9 guides

Yes7No2

Reasons

“If passed, Berkeley would be the first public bank in California.”
Bay Rising Action · Source

Reasons

“Imposes a new costly property tax despite massive levels of wasteful spending, giving government workers massive salary hikes and pension spikes, and awarding contracts to political supporters without fair and open competition.”
Reform California · Source

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