St. Helena · Tax measure · Nov 3, 2026
Measure S: St. Helena City Services Measure (one-half cent sales tax)
Measure S is on the Nov 3, 2026 ballot in St. Helena. This page summarizes the official documents; every statement links to its source, and we take no position on how you should vote.
The question on your ballot
“To maintain/improve St. Helena’s long-term finances and maintain 911 fire/public safety response, St. Helena’s infrastructure including repairing roads/potholes/sidewalks; reducing local wildfire risk by managing brush/other fuels; maintain parks; supporting local businesses; for other general city services; shall the measure be adopted establishing a ½¢ locally controlled sales tax, generating approximately $2,000,000 annually until ended by voters, requiring independent audits, public spending disclosure, all funds benefiting St. Helena residents?”A NO vote means
A no vote does not authorize the 1/2% transactions and use (sales) tax.
What it takes to pass
Passes with a simple majority of voters voting on the measure.
The money
A one-half percent rate equates to an extra 50 cents per $100 purchased.
The tax is estimated to provide an additional $2,000,000 in annual local funding.
As a general tax, revenues would go into the City's general fund to pay for any lawful City program, improvement, or service.
If approved, the tax would remain in effect until repealed by voters at a subsequent election.
How it got on the ballot
On July 7, 2026, the City Council voted 4-0, with one member absent, to place Measure S on the ballot.
St. Helena City Council minutes, July 7, 2026 (special meeting) · Jul 7, 2026
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