As Election Day nears, I frequently hear use of the words "quality of life"
For me, quality of life is what I have because of living in the caring city of Santa Maria for more than 60 years, raising a well-adjusted family here, owning a business here for more than 45 years, and always being involved in the community.
Measure U can help keep this as a wonderful community for others to enjoy.
A small increase (three-quarters of a cent) in sales tax now, paid by all shoppers in the city, is a wise investment in our police, fire, and public safety departments.
This sales tax stays in the city and cannot be taken by the state. Measure U will further help us to have that quality of life that we want for our families now and into the future.
I urge you to vote "yes" on the last item on the Santa Maria ballot–Measure U!
