A Commitment to Our Children and Community
Sonoma County Conservation Action proudly endorses Measure I as a crucial investment in our future. With Sonoma County losing over 40% of its childcare capacity, parents are struggling to find affordable, quality care. This shortage has also impacted our youngest residents, nearly 70% of children now enter kindergarten unprepared, putting them at a disadvantage from the start.
Measure I offers a sustainable solution by generating $30 million annually through a ¼-cent sales tax. This funding will ensure a living wage for childcare providers, create new childcare facilities, and expand vital services for children impacted by homelessness and trauma.
SCCA recognizes that access to early education is not only an educational need but a social justice issue. The current childcare crisis disproportionately affects low-income families and communities of color, reinforcing cycles of inequality. By supporting Measure I, we take a stand for equity, ensuring that every child, regardless of background, has access to quality education and health care.
Measure I aligns with SCCA’s core values by addressing the critical intersection of education, economic stability, and social justice. When we invest in early childhood education, we lay the foundation for a more equitable and prosperous future for all.
Together, with your support, we can pass Measure I and ensure Sonoma County’s children thrive. Vote Yes on Measure I. Our kids, our future, our responsibility.
