What is an Expenditure Plan?
An expenditure plan explains how money will be spent over a designated time period. It helps make sure the tax dollars approved by voters are used as promised and serves as the guidance for implementation.
The Extension Expenditure Plan
Fresno County’s original Measure C Program ended on June 30, 2007. Before it expired, a new plan—called the Measure C Extension Expenditure Plan—was created. The Steering Committee, Fresno County cities, and Fresno COG approved it by July 18, 2006. Then, the Fresno County Transportation Authority officially adopted it on July 19, 2006.
This 20-year tax extension began on July 1, 2007, expected to raise $1.7 billion for transportation improvements by 2027.
The Measure C Extension Steering Committee was formed in May 2005. Then, this 24-member group created the new Expenditure Plan by looking at transportation needs across the region. They studied the current system, listened to voters and the community, and planned for the future. At the time, Fresno County had about 900,000 residents. By 2027, the population is expected to grow to over 1.3 million.
The Extension Expenditure Plan has been amended 8 times. You can view the amendments below.
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The image is titled “2006 Expenditure Plan” for Measure C. It details proposed Urban Tier 1 and Rural Tier 1 Projects in Fresno County. It features two maps: one focused on the Fresno-Clovis metropolitan area and another covering the county. Projects include highway expansions, interchange improvements, and road widening, with cost estimates provided for each initiative.
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The Original Expenditure Plan
In November of 1986, the Fresno County voters passed a ½ cent sales tax increase (Measure C) by 57.6%. Measure C’s title and purpose was “Improving Roads and Transportation in Fresno County.”
The Fresno County Transportation Authority (FCTA) was created by the Enabling Legislation. It authorized FCTA to impose the sales tax ordinance for a 20-year period. The collection of the tax began on July 1, 1987.
Measure C’s voter approval led to the largest transportation public works project in Fresno County history. It is estimated that the local tax, plus State/Federal and other funds, resulted in an overall program valued at over $1 billion. It also created extensive highway construction for the County.
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The promises of Measure C, delivered. 1987-2007. Urban Highway Construction Program. Rural Highway Construction Program. Approximately 75% of the proceeds of the Measure C tax was allocated for highway capital improvements, including administration, legal actions, planning, environmental review, design, construction, and repairs. Approximately 70% of these funds were allocated to improvements within the Fresno-Clovis Metropolitan Area, and approximately 30% of these funds were allocated for improvements with the rest of the County. The image includes two maps: one for urban projects within the Fresno-Clovis area and another for rural projects across the county. A legend lists the mileage and types of improvements made.
