Los Angeles could see a half cent rise in the city's sales tax, if Proposition A is adopted on the March 5 ballot. The city is facing a budget deficit of more than $200 million, and top city officials, including Mayor Villaraigosa, want the sales tax increase to avoid cutbacks in police and other key public safety services. We hear from a reporter covering the story and from proponents and opponents of the measure.
Will a Half-Penny Tax Fix LA's Budget?
Credits
Guests:
David Zahniser - Los Angeles Times -
@DavidZahniser,
Jack Humphreville - Department of Water and Power Advocacy Committee -
@Jack90020,
Richard Close - Sherman Oaks Homeowners Association
Hosts:
Mike Shuster,
Warren Olney
Producers:
Evan George,
Caitlin Shamberg,
Katie Cooper
