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Why is Alameda’s Sales Tax So High?

Alameda's sales tax sits at an eye-watering 10.75%, one of the highest in the country. Jean Chen breaks down the numbers to explore where all that money is going.

Alameda News

›› Post Staff Reporting,
January 13, 2025
It's that time again. Tax season has begun, and taxpayers must pay any taxes owed by April 15 to avoid penalties. Here are some resources to help you get started.
›› Jean Chen,
January 13, 2025
Alameda's sales tax sits at an eye-watering 10.75%, one of the highest in the country. Jean Chen breaks down the numbers to explore where all that money is going.
›› Post Staff Reporting,
January 10, 2025
SF Bay Ferry's daily ridership of 7,148 passengers across all of 2024 represents a recovery to 90% of pre-pandemic levels, one of the highest rates for any regional transit operator. Over the last six months of 2024, ridership climbed all the way to 97% of pre-pandemic levels.
›› Post Staff Reporting,
January 10, 2025
The Alameda Fire Department (AFD) has deployed firefighters and equipment to help fight the devastating Los Angeles fires. They gave the Post a statement about answering the request. Thank you, AFD!
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Alameda Features

›› Gene Kahane,
January 13, 2025
Let's take a walk! Gene Kahane rates his top five walking spots in Alameda. Where is your favorite place to stretch your legs?
›› Denise Lum,
January 13, 2025
Even small changes make a big impact over time. Health Coach Denise Lum invites readers to harness the "Power of One."
›› Jeff Cambra,
January 12, 2025
Alameda's Roving Reporter, Mouf, reviews all the delicious treat opportunities that the holiday season afforded.
›› Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter,
January 11, 2025
Poke (pronounced Pokey) is a magnificent, regal-looking Anatolian shepherd mix with only three legs who recently arrived at FAAS. He's looking for an adopter or foster so he "can relax, breathe easy and start becoming himself again."

Alameda Opinions

›› Brice,
January 9, 2025
Not even the birds are safe from handheld electronic grievances in this installment of our weekly strip drawn by Alameda cartoonist, Brice.
›› Jeff Smith,
January 3, 2025
In this week's Letters to the Editor, Jeff Smith responds to recent national news concerning sanctuary cities and inquires about Alameda's status.
›› Brice,
January 2, 2025
The birds regroup after the holidays and discuss the state of their friendship in this installment of our weekly strip drawn by Alameda cartoonist, Brice.
›› Marilyn Ezzy Ashcraft,
January 1, 2025
Mayor Marilyn Ezzy Ashcraft shares tips for saving energy and money and promotes bike safety. She also notes AC Transit is hiring drivers and mechanics in her monthly column. Photo by Maurice Ramirez.

Alameda History

›› Steve Gorman,
January 9, 2025
"For Kasi and Harrison, 899 Union Street is more than just a house. It’s a place where their family’s history is growing, woven into the fabric of Alameda’s rich Victorian-era architectural legacy," writes Steve Gorman in Part 3 of our exploration into this Alameda Treasure.
›› Steve Gorman,
January 2, 2025
In Today's Alameda Treasure, Steve Gorman continues the history and renovation of the home at 899 Union Street by the Stuarts. When Mimi and Charlie first called a contractor over to get some advice and a bid on the work they couldn’t do themselves, he took one look at the house and asked, “Is it too late for you to back out of buying this house?”
›› Steve Gorman,
December 19, 2024
In Today's Alameda Treasure, Steve Gorman shines the spotlight on the historic home at 899 Union Street. The beautiful house was built for George H. Morrison and his family in 1892, but Morrison sadly went bankrupt and lost the home due to the "Panic of 1893."
›› Steve Gorman,
December 5, 2024
In today's California Treasure, Steve Gorman and his wife, Edie, drive up Highway 108 looking for an adventure—and they definitely find one!
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