Downey council votes unanimously to oppose proposed LA County half‑cent sales tax measure Citing 'tax fatigue' and concerns about local control, the Downey City Council voted unanimously to oppose a Los Angeles County proposal to place a temporary half‑cent sales tax on the June primary ballot and authorized staff to communicate the city's opposition.

The Downey City Council has taken a stand against a proposed half-cent sales tax, citing concerns over local control and tax fatigue.

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Charlie Kirk? Downey Councilman’s Post Sparks Political Firestorm September 16, 2025 DOWNEY — The Downey City Council has scheduled a special meeting for Wednesday afternoon to decide whether Councilman Mario Trujillo should be formally censured following controversy over one of his recent social media posts. The session will take place Sept. 17 at 4 p.m. in council chambers at City Hall. Trujillo, who joined the council in 2020, faced swift criticism after sharing an Instagram Story on Sept.

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