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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Manteca public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
MTSSA Labor Agreement and Salary Schedules
Two unions representing over 200 employees said the city's 2% offers fall below inflation and cited unpaid 2008-era wage sacrifices. The city manager says 17 meetings have occurred and a deal is near.
$65 Million Lease Revenue Bond Issuance
The authority authorized up to $65 million in lease revenue bonds to bankroll city capital improvements. The bonds earned a AA- rating from S&P, keeping borrowing costs low, and will be repaid by June 2045 alongside Measure Q's sunset.
Measure Q use and oversight questions
The three-quarter-cent sales tax approved in 2024 is keeping the city from making operational cuts and is funding big projects like the new police headquarters and Fire Station Six. Staff plans a 17-year bond for facilities and is pursuing grants to stretch Measure Q dollars further.
Capital Improvement Program General Plan Conformity
The city's five-year infrastructure wish list — 256 projects totaling roughly $690 million, mostly water, sewer and roads — was found consistent with the 2043 General Plan. Actual funding decisions belong to the City Council.
Measure M Public Safety Sales Tax Financial Oversight
The oversight committee reviewed financial reports, trends, and five-year forecasts for the Measure M sales tax, ensuring tax dollars are properly tracked and allocated to local police and fire services.
Government building impact fee increase
New development will pay more per square foot to fund civic facilities like the $86M police headquarters, library, and animal shelter. Council says Measure Q closes the funding gap; developers' group had concerns but staff adjusted the study.
Measure Q Financial Status Review
The city finally delivered its annual financial audit on time with a clean opinion, after years of being behind. Audit adjustments dropped from over 100 to 15, and the city regained a double-A credit rating that saves ratepayers on debt.