A fixed, published budget
One independent cost estimate, a hard cap, and a public change-order log before construction begins.

Better Solutions
Voting no is not the end of the conversation. It is the start of a plan worth funding.
One independent cost estimate, a hard cap, and a public change-order log before construction begins.
Community members with authority to audit spending and publish an annual report residents can read.
Fund crisis teams and stabilization beds so people in crisis are treated, not booked.
Speed up case processing and release low-risk people awaiting trial to cut population and cost.
Sustained funding for programs with measured results in the neighborhoods most affected.
If a tax is needed, tie it to a defined project with an automatic end date and a refund of unspent funds.