In a significant decision that will shape Sunnyvale’s future, the City Council has chosen to advance the Sunnyvale Library Measure, effectively shelving the proposed Real Property Transfer Tax. This resolution came after months of discussions, polling, and community feedback, culminating in a unanimous vote on May 21, 2024.

Background on the Real Property Transfer

On April 11, 2023, the San Jose City Council directed staff to develop a Responsible Construction Ordinance (RCO) to address wage theft in private construction. While crafting this ordinance, City staff met with representatives from the South Bay Labor Council, Santa Clara County Wage Theft Coalition, Working Partnerships USA, and the Santa Clara