Overview

• Councilmember Natalie Rubalcava has asked staff and the city attorney to present options for a narrowly targeted entertainment tax to address the shortfall.
• City spokesperson Mike Lyster says the concept remains in early development, with ideas including a percentage on tickets or a charge on parking that would likely cover Disneyland Resort as well as arenas and stadiums.
• Revenue under discussion would be dedicated to community priorities such as affordable housing, parks, senior services, plus first responders.
• If a proposal advances, the City Council could vote to place a measure on the November 2026 ballot, requiring support from at least five of seven members.
• If the council does not proceed, outside groups such as labor unions could seek to qualify a measure by gathering voter signatures.