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The Vehicle License Fee shortfall from the 2004 commitment to today.
2004
The State makes a promise
The State reduces vehicle license fees and commits to replacing that revenue every year for every county and city in California.
Earlier years
The County and cities are made whole
The State ensures San Mateo County and its cities receive the full amount owed, even after the payment mechanism stops working here.
March 5, 2026
Delegation letter to the State budget chairs
San Mateo County's state legislators ask for full Vehicle License Fee funding in the State budget.
March 10, 2026
Shortfall funding request
The County and its cities send a funding request with the shortfall for each jurisdiction.
May 8, 2026
County leaders press Sacramento
County leaders ask the State to restore hundreds of millions in revenue that funds key services.
June 15, 2026
Request to the Governor
The County asks the Governor for full repayment and a permanent fix.
August 2026
Fact sheet released
A two-page summary of the shortfall and what it means for local services.
August 13, 2026
Warning on deep cuts to local services
The County and its cities warn that the shortfall could force deep cuts to local services.