Focus Area: Transportation

What is Measure S?

Better Roads, Safe Streets – Fresno County Transportation Improvement Act

Measure S – officially known as the Fresno County Transportation Improvement Act – is a citizen-led Fresno County ballot measure that would extend the existing half-cent transportation sales tax (Measure C, in place since 1986). If passed, it would continue funding road repairs and transportation safety improvements countywide with an updated, more specific plan, while keeping the rate the same.

The Better Roads, Safe Streets ballot measure is a citizen-led effort to fund road repairs and transportation safety improvements for every neighborhood in Fresno County without raising taxes.

Locked In for Transportation Only

Funds go into a special account safeguarded from the State and politicians. It’s solely dedicated to fixing our local roads, making our streets safer, and improving our transportation infrastructure.

About $246 Million Per Year

An estimated $5.6 – $7.4 billion over 30 years, dedicated entirely to transportation in Fresno County — cities and unincorporated areas alike.

A Continuation of Local Funding to Fix Roads

Fix Potholes & Sidewalks

Improve Safety

Repair Local Streets

Improve Public Transit

Fresno County Roads

Measure S focuses on fixing existing roads and requires that funding be prioritized in neighborhoods that have the worst roads, the most potholes, and the least public transportation options.

Where the Money Goes

Every dollar is required by law to go to one of five transportation programs, with 65% of annual revenue dedicated to fixing, maintaining, and improving neighborhood roads – the largest share by far.

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Dedicated Local Transportation Funding

Fix Potholes & Repair Local Streets

Fix potholes, repave and maintain streets, and fund street reconstruction, crack sealing, and traffic signal installation and repair — starting with the roads in the worst condition.

Improve Public Transportation

Funds more frequent bus service, evening and weekend hours, expanded and rural routes, and paratransit/curb-to-curb service for seniors (62+) and riders with disabilities. Also supports improved bus shelters, lighting, real-time tracking, and non-emergency medical transportation.

Measure S guarantees zero-fare transit for students, seniors (62+), people with disabilities, veterans, and active-duty military.

Meet the Needs of Disadvantaged Communities and Every City and Town

The County must direct 12–15% of its annual local allocation to disadvantaged unincorporated communities until identified needs are met. Every jurisdiction — including rural cities — receives a guaranteed base allocation of $400,000 regardless of size. The remaining funds are distributed 80% by population and 20% by miles of maintained roadway, ensuring every city and town has dedicated funding to address infrastructure gaps such as unpaved roads, sidewalks, lighting, and safety improvements.

Bring Every Neighborhood Road to “Good” Condition

Measure S requires every jurisdiction to bring local road conditions to a minimum average Pavement Condition Index (PCI) of 70 out of 100 — the threshold considered “good” condition — ensuring roads meet a baseline safety and quality standard.

Funds rural and foothill road repairs too — including routes residents rely on during wildfire and flood evacuations.

Safety First

Funds protected bike and pedestrian paths, 150 Safe Routes to School projects (sidewalks, crossings, and traffic calming near schools), ADA-compliant curb ramps, and crosswalk improvements countywide.

Intersection upgrades, lighting, and traffic signals to reduce crashes for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians.

Better Connectivity & Innovation

Dedicated funding for operations, infrastructure, and access improvements at Fresno Yosemite International Airport, along with connectivity projects on regional roads, streets, and highways — allocated through a competitive public process administered by the Fresno Council of Governments.

Creates Thousands of Jobs and Billions of Dollars of Economic Value in Fresno County

An independent economic analysis and Fresno County Analysis found the measure would generate between 30,000 – 68,000 jobs, $13.4 billion in total local economic output, $7.7 billion in value added to the Fresno County economy, between $3.9 – $5 billion in labor income, and nearly $2 billion in combined federal, state, and county tax revenue over 30 years.

30,576 – 68,190

jobs

$13.4B

in total local economic output

$3.9 – $5B

in labor income for workers

Local Hiring Guarantee: Fresno Council of Governments must set local hiring and contracting goals by July 1, 2029 — updated every 5 years — to help keep these jobs and dollars in Fresno County.

Funding Allocation by Jurisdiction

Significant Increase in Funding for Every City and Town Over the Life of the Measure

Measure S (2027-2057) vs. current Measure C (2007-2027)

*In Millions
** Measure S total over 30-years
***Measure C total over 20-years

Built-In Accountability

11-Member Citizens Oversight Committee

Formed within 6 months of passage. Everyday residents — not politicians, not employees of any funded agency — from every part of the county, including every supervisorial district.

Searchable Public Spending Database

Live online, updated regularly — taxpayers can see exactly what’s been funded, what’s in progress, and how it aligns with the law.

Required Independent Annual Audits

Every agency that receives funds must submit an independent audit. The Fresno Council of Governments also conducts its own countywide audit every year, posted online.

Real Consequences for Misuse

Funds cannot be diverted to non-transportation uses. Misuse can be referred to the Fresno County District Attorney and the State Attorney General.

How It Qualified

Supporters submitted over 32,000 signatures to qualify the proposal for the November 2026 ballot, significantly clearing the required 21,909 valid signatures — a threshold reached through months of grassroots organizing across the county.


Read the Official Measure Language


Official Measure

Common Questions

Q: Is this the same as Better Roads, Safe Streets?

A: Yes, the Better Roads, Safe Streets initiative has qualified for the November ballot and officially assigned the letter “S.” Better Roads, Safe Streets is now Measure S.

Q: I am confused. Will Measure S be on the November 2026 or March 2028 ballot?

A: Measure S has officially qualified for and will be on the November 2026 ballot.

Q: Is this a new tax or tax increase?

A: No. It continues the existing half-cent sales tax, currently known as Measure C, Fresno County has paid since 1986. The rate does not change.

Q: When does it start, and how long does it last?

A: If passed by voters on November 3, 2026, Measure S would take effect July 1, 2027, when the current Measure C expires, and runs for 30 years.

Q: Can the money be taken by the state or spent on something else?

A: No. Funds must be spent as approved by voters. Funds go into a dedicated account for transportation projects in Fresno County only. Misuse can be referred for criminal prosecution.

Q: How do I know my community will get its share?

A: The measure sets a formula — a $400,000 base for every jurisdiction, then population and road-mile based shares — plus a guaranteed 12–15% set-aside for disadvantaged unincorporated communities, every year.

Q: Who makes sure the money is spent right?

A: The Fresno Council of Governments, composed of a representative from each city and a representative of the County, is responsible for distributing the funds to each jurisdiction and providing oversight. Each jurisdiction and transit agency must follow the requirements of the measure and conduct annual independent audits. An 11-member Citizens Oversight Committee of everyday residents will review independent annual audits and work with the Fresno Council of Governments to track every dollar spent via a public online spending database.

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