Alhambra Has Two Local Ballot Measures on November 3: Data Centers and Hotel Tax

ALHAMBRA, Los Angeles County — October 23, 2026. A dated official city record documents this development. California58 Local explains the practical implications while separating announced plans and ballot questions from completed actions and future election results.

What did the city announce?

Alhambra’s September 10, 2026 press release says the City Council placed two local measures before voters on November 3. Election reference materials identify Measure DB as addressing a prohibition on data centers within the city, and Measure HT as addressing the transient occupancy or hotel tax.

What is the question about data centers?

A ballot description indicates a yes vote on Measure DB supports prohibiting data centers in Alhambra, while a no vote opposes the prohibition. These summaries cannot substitute for reviewing the exact legal definition of a ‘data center,’ exemptions, enforcement and any transition rules within the proposed ordinance.

What is the hotel tax question?

Measure HT concerns hotel occupancy taxation. Election reference information describes a current 12% rate and a question about how that levy is authorized, with revenue for city services. Residents should check whether the precise language dedicates or merely describes intended uses of revenues, and whether it changes any existing rate.

How can voters verify their choices?

Read the city clerk’s complete measure text and impartial analysis and compare the Los Angeles County official voter information guide. Do not assume the two measures are connected or that voting for one necessarily changes the other. California58 does not support either ballot outcome.

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