Spill on the Hill
Nonpartisan, plain-English explainers for ballot measures in Palos Verdes Estates. No jargon. No spin. Just what you need to vote informed.
What Is This Site?
Ballot measures can be confusing. This site breaks each measure down into plain English so you can understand what you're actually voting on, what it costs you, and who benefits.
We're your neighbors, not a campaign. This site is not affiliated with the City of Palos Verdes Estates, any political action committee, or any candidate. We cite our sources and show our math.
On the June 2026 Ballot
Click a measure below to read the full explainer.
Measure PF
A proposed 10-year parcel tax to fund police, fire, and emergency services — replacing the expiring Measure E. Includes a 3% annual escalator. Requires a simple majority to pass.
Read the Full Explainer →Resident-First Tax
A competing citizen-led initiative proposing an alternative tax structure. We'll publish the full explainer once this initiative is officially placed on the ballot.
Coming SoonAdditional Information
Background reading to help you understand the bigger picture.
PVE Finances 2025–26 Explained
Where the city's money comes from, where it goes, the pension situation, and future financial planning. Includes interactive charts and audited financial data.
Read the Breakdown →The Workshop
A working collection of resident-proposed revenue ideas that could be done alongside or instead of a higher parcel tax, plus a comparative look at how similar SoCal cities handle their finances and CalPERS obligations.
Explore the Ideas →Frequently Asked Questions
Who made this site?
Neighbors in Palos Verdes Estates who wanted to make ballot measures easier to understand. We are not elected officials, city employees, or campaign operatives.
Is this site biased?
We try to present each measure factually and let you decide. Every claim is sourced (see the References section on each explainer page). If you spot an error or disagree with how something is framed, let us know.
Can I print these pages?
Yes! Each explainer page has a Print This Page button at the top. The printed version includes your calculator results so you can share personalized information with family and neighbors.
Will this site be updated after the election?
Yes. After the June 2 election, we'll update the site to show which measures passed or failed, and we plan to continue covering future ballot measures.