City of Glendale Bond Election
Voting without knowing what's on your ballot is like lighting your money on fire.
What is the upcoming election about?
2 Bonds QUESTION 1:
Seeks voter authorization to issue and sell general obligation bonds in the principal amount of up to $82,000,000.
QUESTION 2:
Seeks voter authorization to issue and sell general obligation bonds in the principal amount of up to $78,000,000.
What are the significant dates for the election?
- If you aren't already registered to vote, the last day to register in order to be eligible to vote in this election is Tuesday, October 10th, 2023.
Check your voter registration status at ezaz.org/vote
- Ballots will be mailed on October 11, 2023. The last day to request early ballot October 27
- VOTED BALLOTS MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN 7 p.m., November 7th. MAIL ballots by October 31st.
Who can vote in this election?
All registered voters that reside in the City of Glendale will receive a ballot by mail with voting instructions in the envelope.
What policies has the City of Glendale implement with my tax dollars?
- Implemented City-Wide Covid Lockdown - SOURCE
- Closed playgrounds, basketball courts, volleyball courts, and fitness areas because of Covid - SOURCE
- Implemented Mask Mandates - SOURCE
- Implementing 15-Minute Cities through Complete Neighborhoods Projects. SOURCE - SOURCE
- Implementing Road Diets through Complete Streets - reducing the amount of traffic to slow traffic, alter driving experiences, implement bike lanes, Bus Rapid Transit, and/or Light Rail. - SOURCE
- Has committed the City to implement policy around Equity. These Bonds are centered around being "generational equity." - SOURCE
- Equity teaches people and has policies based on the belief that there is systemic racism, they are entitled to reparations and more because of the color of their skin. - SOURCE
Isn't the City of Glendale doing a good job?
- The Unemployment Rate in the Glendale Area has Skyrocketed nearly 45% in 3 months. - SOURCE
Don't these services need more money?
The City of Glendale is spending $90 Million to renovate City Hall and spending $66 Million from the City’s Fund Balance - SOURCE
What are taxpayers in the City of Glendale being asked?
Voters will be asked to say yes or no on Two Measures:
QUESTION 1:
Seeks voter authorization to issue and sell general obligation bonds in the principal amount of up to $82,000,000.
QUESTION 2:
Seeks voter authorization to issue and sell general obligation bonds in the principal amount of up to $78,000,000.
What are the current tax rates for the the bonds?
- The tax impact over the term of the bonds on an owner-occupied residence valued by the County Assessor at $250,000 is estimated to be $105.06 per year for 30 years or $3,151.92 total cost.
- Shows up on your tax bill as secondary property tax. - Property taxes combined add up to thousands of dollars!
- To view your current property tax liability, visit https://treasurer.maricopa.gov/Parcel/ParcelSearch.aspx
Is the City of Glendale underfunded?
The Glendale City Council approved the 2023-24 budget of $1.26 billion for the upcoming year starting on July 1.
If the bonds fail, how will my taxes be affected?
- Once any outstanding Bonds and Overrides are repaid, you won't have to continue paying Secondary property taxes related to the bond.
Officials claim this is a just a continuation and there will be no new taxes. Is this accurate?
- Once any outstanding Bonds and Overrides are repaid, you won't have to continue paying Secondary property taxes related to the bond.
- If the measures pass, the current Secondary tax rates will remain the same; however;
- If the measures pass, the total amount of taxes paid will likely go higher if there is continued inflation related to property values.
What is a bond election?
It is a vote by the public to allow the City to issue more debt for projects. The Bonds are NOT a continuation and is a separate item on the property tax statement.
What does the City of Glendale intend to use the additional funds for?
QUESTION 1:
Street and intersection improvements. Adequate transportation is necessary to move people, goods, and services throughout Glendale. Improving our streets and traffic signals reduces congestion, saves time, and enhances safety for all roadway users and pedestrians.
QUESTION 2:
Public safety projects. This proposal invests in fire and emergency support throughout the city by modernizing and updating current fire stations and building new ones. It will expand the capabilities of our police department to address important safety issues including crime and homelessness through investing in training, modern facilities, and forensics.
I’m renting. Why should I care about this election?
- If the bond measures are defeated, your landlord’s taxes will go down and could mitigate future rent increases.
- Irrespective of being a property owner, we all want to see the kids receive a quality education.
- To view your current property tax liability, visit https://treasurer.maricopa.gov/Parcel/ParcelSearch.aspx
The information above may have been compiled from the following additional sources:
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Arizona School Report Cards (https://azreportcards.azed.gov/)
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Center Square Website (https://www.thecentersquare.com)
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Arizona Joint Legislative Budget Council (https://www.azjlbc.gov/)
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Arizona Auditor General (azauditor.gov)
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Zippia Website (zippia.com)
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Maricopa County Treasurer (https://treasurer.maricopa.gov/Parcel/TaxBill.aspx)
Please Note: EZAZ.org takes no position for or against the items on your ballot. Vote your conscience.