The Plumas-Sierra County Farm Bureau board voted to endorse “No on Measure B” on the Plumas County June 2nd ballot. The No on Measure B campaign brings together residents and businesses from across Plumas County who oppose the proposed 1% sales tax increase. Measure B asks voters to approve a 12-year, 1 % sales tax increase without first addressing the Plumas County’s documented financial management challenges.
Measure B was hastily placed on the ballot by the Board of Supervisors. The tax dollars raised by Measure B will go into the County’s General Fund for discretionary use by the County. The measure does not include binding spending requirements, independent oversight, or enforceable accountability measures, raising concerns about how funds would ultimately be used, even though – specific purposes are called out in the ballot statement.
This is not about whether services should be funded. It’s about accountability first. Approving new taxes before fixing the existing Plumas County financial issues removes any incentive for meaningful reform. Plumas County is anticipating a $ 6.1 million dollar deficit for 2026. Other than raising the sales tax, no other details have been shared as to how Plumas county will balance their budget.
What is taxed – purchasing a used or new car, fuel, tires, furniture, clothing, parts, supplies, equipment, and fast food, just to list a few items. The only items exempt from this tax are grocery food and prescriptions.
Key concerns with Measure B –
Lack of clarity regarding implementation and oversight
Increased cost of living for residents
Long-term implications for economic growth and community planning
Economic impact on local businesses, senior citizens and residents.
The No on Measure B campaign is working hard to defeat this ballot measure. We are asking Plumas County voters to Vote NO on this ballot measure. We would also ask that you would consider a financial contribution to help with this fight.
If you have any questions or comments, you can email the campaign at [email protected] or Call Dave Roberti at 530-251-6639.
Dave Roberti
President Plumas-Sierra County Farm Bureau
Measure B was hastily placed on the ballot by the Board of Supervisors. The tax dollars raised by Measure B will go into the County’s General Fund for discretionary use by the County. The measure does not include binding spending requirements, independent oversight, or enforceable accountability measures, raising concerns about how funds would ultimately be used, even though – specific purposes are called out in the ballot statement.
This is not about whether services should be funded. It’s about accountability first. Approving new taxes before fixing the existing Plumas County financial issues removes any incentive for meaningful reform. Plumas County is anticipating a $ 6.1 million dollar deficit for 2026. Other than raising the sales tax, no other details have been shared as to how Plumas county will balance their budget.
What is taxed – purchasing a used or new car, fuel, tires, furniture, clothing, parts, supplies, equipment, and fast food, just to list a few items. The only items exempt from this tax are grocery food and prescriptions.
Key concerns with Measure B –
Lack of clarity regarding implementation and oversight
Increased cost of living for residents
Long-term implications for economic growth and community planning
Economic impact on local businesses, senior citizens and residents.
The No on Measure B campaign is working hard to defeat this ballot measure. We are asking Plumas County voters to Vote NO on this ballot measure. We would also ask that you would consider a financial contribution to help with this fight.
If you have any questions or comments, you can email the campaign at [email protected] or Call Dave Roberti at 530-251-6639.
Dave Roberti
President Plumas-Sierra County Farm Bureau
