To prevent this disaster, Connect Bay Area is working to place a regional funding measure on the November 2026 ballot. AFSCME Local 3993 and our fellow AFSCME affiliates are proud to be involved with Connect Bay Area. This measure would provide approximately $1 billion annually to keep our transit systems running, clean, and safe.

Phase 1: The Power of Your Signature

California law typically requires a two-thirds "supermajority" to pass new revenue measures. However, there is a way to ensure this measure passes with just a simple majority (50% + 1): by qualifying it as a citizen-initiated ballot measure. Read the latest polling results here. 

We are currently in the first phase of the campaign: Signature Gathering.

• Our Goal: We must collect over 200,000 signatures from voters across the five Bay Area counties (Alameda, Contra Costa, San Francisco, San Mateo, and Santa Clara) by June 2026.

• Why it Matters: By reaching this threshold through a petition drive rather than a legislative move, we lower the bar for victory in November, making it much harder for opponents to block this essential funding.

How You Can Help

As union members, we know that strong transit is the backbone of a strong economy. We need volunteers to help gather signatures at transit hubs, community events, and in our neighborhoods.

• Volunteer: Sign up for a shift to collect signatures or help with outreach at connectbayarea.com. Here is a growing list of upcoming events where you can volunteer. You can download a copy of Political Activities Guidance at the bottom of this article. Also, check out the Do's and Don'ts for collecting signatures below. 

• Stay Informed: For the latest campaign updates, volunteer opportunities, and detailed FAQs, visit the official campaign site at connectbayarea.com or check back here on our union website regularly.