"FREMONT Latest results show continued support for a parcel tax proposed in a South Alameda County hospital district, according to the Alameda County Registrar's Office. Following new returns on the Nov. 4 election released Friday, a total of 57,539 voters, or over 65%, appeared in favor of Measure B, with 30,691, or nearly 35%, against. The county election's office reports it has at least 3,366 ballots left uncured, with a new results report expected on Dec. 2, according to the registrar's website."
"Measure B is expected to generate $13 million annually over the next 12 years for Washington Township Health Care District, which includes Fremont, Newark and Union City, as well as parts of Hayward and Sunol. The measure would apply a 5-cent parcel tax per square-foot of residential and commercial properties within the district. The measure received no formal opposition leading up to this year's election."
Measure B received support from 57,539 voters, or over 65%, while 30,691 voters, nearly 35%, opposed it. At least 3,366 ballots remained uncured with a new results report expected on Dec. 2. The measure would raise about $13 million annually for 12 years for Washington Township Health Care District covering Fremont, Newark, Union City, and parts of Hayward and Sunol. The parcel tax would charge 5 cents per square foot on residential and commercial properties within the district. Revenue will fund updated medical equipment and technology, reduce emergency room wait times, and retain highly qualified medical staff. Washington Hospital operates the area's only trauma center.
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