REBUTTAL TO ARGUMENT AGAINST MEASURE I

State law mandates that funds from Measure I can only be spent on infrastructure improvement. Measure I creates a Dedicated Fund for these investments. It is not a blank check to the City Council.

Measure I invests in our City's crumbling streets and sidewalks, alleys, fire stations, park facilities and desperately needed improvements to keep toxic runoff from destroying our coastal water quality and beaches. Every corner of our City will benefit. Projects will be prioritized by a Citizens' Oversight Committee and you will see your money at work to improve our neighborhoods right away.

We have reached the tipping point - The longer our dilapidated infrastructure goes ignored, the more expensive the repair costs become.

Please join us in voting Yes on Measure I.

BOB FOSTER
Mayor of Long Beach