Warehouse/Industrial Business License Tax on November Ballot
Perris
Summary
The council is asking voters to approve a tax of up to 10 cents per square foot on warehouses, distribution facilities and truck yards — about $2.5 million a year for streets, public safety and services. E-commerce facilities are exempt, which several speakers criticized, and a business group called the process rushed. It needs only a simple majority to pass.
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Last discussed Jul 28, 2026.
Impact analysis
Roughly $2.5 million per year to the city if approved by voters, rising to about $4.5 million by year 20 with the 3% inflator.
Residents get a funding stream for road repairs and public safety that shifts more cost onto industrial users.
Warehouse and industrial business owners face a new tax, and critics warn costs could be passed to consumers; e-commerce operators are carved out.
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Perris voters to decide on warehouse measure that aims to support city services
Perris voters to decide on warehouse measure that aims to support city services KVCR News
City Council (Regular) - Jul 28, 2026
The council is asking voters to approve a tax of up to 10 cents per square foot on warehouses, distribution facilities and truck yards — about $2.5 million a year for streets, public safety and services. E-commerce facilities are exempt, which several speakers criticized, and a business group called the process rushed. It needs only a simple majority to pass.
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