November 2020: Yes on Prop J, a Parcel Tax for Teacher Salaries

The San Francisco League of Conservation Voters endorses Yes on Prop J. 

Prop J is an annual $288 parcel tax that would generate $50 million annually for San Francisco United School District teacher salaries, providing a $5,500 raise per teacher.

This is a replacement initiative for June 2018's Prop G parcel tax to fund teacher salaries. SFLCV endorsed Prop G, and San Francisco voters approved it with 61% of the vote. The city has been collecting the parcel tax authorized by Prop G since it passed, but hasn't been able to spend the money because the initiative has been tied up in litigation. At issue is a murky legal question about whether the tax needs a 2/3rd majority vote to be implemented.

 Now, Mayor Breed has put forward Prop J, which needs 2/3rd majority to pass, to replace the earlier parcel tax.  It's endorsed by the full Board of Supervisors and the SFUSD teacher's union. 

Paying teachers a good salary ensures they’re able to live and invest in San Francisco and supports a good education system for residents, strengthening the livability and sustainability of the community. We urge you to vote yes on Prop J!