In Tuesday’s election, Lassen County voters delivered split results on two local funding measures, with each measure requiring different thresholds to pass.
Measure V, which aimed to increase funding for law enforcement and public safety, required a two-thirds majority for approval. Despite strong support with 3,378 “Yes” votes, it fell short as 3,851 voters opposed the measure. Without the two-thirds majority, Measure V could not pass.
Conversely, Measure W, a bond measure for Shaffer School, only required a simple majority to pass. It succeeded thus far with 350 “Yes” votes against 284 “No” votes. This bond will provide funding for crucial facility improvements, enhancing the learning environment for students and addressing the school’s infrastructure needs.
A total of 7,568 ballots were cast in the election, representing a voter turnout of 50.3%. The mixed results reflect Lassen County’s cautious approach to funding.
The latest election update was published by the elections office at 10:34 pm last evening, updated results will continue as final ballots are counted as late mail-ins arrive. We will keep you updated on any significant changes.
Meanwhile in Plumas County, Measure D falls short of approval in early results.
In Plumas County’s initial count from Tuesday’s election, Measure D—an initiative aimed at securing additional funding for public safety and law enforcement—has fallen short of the required two-thirds voter approval. Unofficial results show 3,981 residents voting against the measure and 3,860 voting in favor.
The narrow margin reflects a divided sentiment within the county, where Measure D would have implemented a funding mechanism to bolster resources for local law enforcement and safety services. To pass, the measure needed at least 66.67% approval from voters. However, with only a slim majority voting “Yes,” it did not meet the threshold, leaving public safety funding priorities uncertain moving forward.
County officials caution that these results are preliminary, as some ballots may remain uncounted.
