Learn about a proposed 0.5% sales tax measure to fund public safety, transportation and early childhood care and preschool education. Registered Tempe voters will vote on Proposition 424 on Nov. 3.

The sales tax would fund:

• 0.3% for public safety, including police officers, firefighters, park rangers and neighborhood safety elements such as street and park lighting
• 0.1% for transportation, such as transit, bicycle and pedestrian needs
• 0.1% for early childhood care and preschool education

Groceries and home-prepared food items would be exempt from the tax. If passed, the cost would be $0.50 per $100 on items purchased by residents or visitors.

Get more information at tempe.gov/SalesTax2026.

Attend the informational meeting to hear presentations by staff and ask questions.

Tuesday, Sept. 1
Noon
Register for Zoom Meeting (virtual only)

Additional Meetings (will cover the same information):

Tuesday, Sept. 1
6 p.m.
North Tempe Multi-Generational Center, 1555 N Bridalwreath St. (in-person only)

Tuesday, Sept. 15
6 p.m.
Kiwanis Recreation Center, 6111 S All America Way (in-person only)

Tuesday, Sept. 29
6 p.m.
Tempe History Museum, 809 E Southern Ave. (in-person only)