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On the November 4th ballot, Redwood City citizens will be asked to approve or oppose Measure W. Measure W seeks to amend the City’s charter to require a 2/3rds supermajority approval for new development in certain designated areas. As written, it could also require existing private homeowners to solicit a citywide vote for simple room additions and renovations of their homes. Ultimately, it would allow a small minority veto power over future development supported by a majority of Redwood City residents.

The San Mateo County Association of REALTORS®, as the leading advocate for homeowners and the voice of real estate in San Mateo County, strongly opposes this measure. SAMCAR believes these burdensome requirements pose a tremendous infringement upon private property rights, the preservation of which is a core mission of our Association. Further, we believe there is a potentially negative impact upon the value of these homes, should this ballot measure pass.

In demonstrating our commitment to this principle, REALTORS® throughout the state have contributed significant financial resources to defeat this measure, totaling approximately $50,000. In the Bay Area, the following associations have contributed funds to this effort: SAMCAR; the Silicon Valley Association of REALTORS®; the Santa Clara Association of REALTORS®; and the West Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®. In a tremendous show of statewide opposition to this ballot measure, contributions have also been received from REALTOR® associations outside of the Bay Area, including: the Sacramento Association of REALTORS®; the Inland Gateway Association of REALTORS®; and the San Diego Association of REALTORS®. A significant financial contribution was made also by the California Association of REALTORS® Issues Mobilization Political Action Committee.

SAMCAR believes Measure W will take responsible land use planning and development out of the hands of a responsible City Council and the majority of Redwood City citizens, and place that responsibility into the hands of a minority. It will infringe upon the private property rights of homeowners and could ultimately affect the value of their homes. We strongly encourage a “NO” vote on Measure W.

For more information about Measure W, please visit www.votenomeasurew.com.

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