Pasadena Council Weighs Five New Taxes for November Ballot as City Cites Widening Deficit

The Pasadena City Council will consider placing five new tax measures on the November ballot to address a widening structural deficit. The proposed taxes could generate $5 million to $30 million annually, but no tax was adopted during the July 13, 2026, meeting. The city's General Fund has been balanced using one-time funds for three consecutive years.