District 2 Enhanced Infrastructure Finance District Discussion

Supported the EIFD as a targeted tool to ring-fence taxes for critical infrastructure investments.

Spoke as a District 2 resident and Measure U Commission member in support of authorizing the study.

A Del Paso Boulevard business owner who spoke in favor of the EIFD to improve lighting, sidewalks, and business growth.

Spoke in strong support of the EIFD for District 2, emphasizing that it will fund essential infrastructure like sidewalks and streetlights without new taxes.

Supported studying the EIFD further, noting that doing business in North Sacramento is challenging due to aging underground infrastructure.

Urged the council to adopt the EIFD as a strategic investment tool since the private sector cannot clear the high hurdle of off-site infrastructure costs.

Raised concerns about EIFD revenue projections falling short and risking the general fund, noting that neighborhoods like Robla are often left out.