Apple Valley's Measure P Oversight Committee meets for first time
The Town of Apple Valley's Measure P Oversight Committee met for the first time after being formed this year.
The meeting on May 6 was led by committee members appointed to ensure transparency and accountability in how the town spends Measure P revenue.
In November 2024, Apple Valley voters took to the polls to pass the ballot measure that created a 1% sales tax in town, bringing the overall rate to 8.75% beginning April 1, with funds received in July.
'This committee reflects the voice of our residents,' Mayor Scott Nassif said. "Measure P was passed because our community wanted to invest in local priorities like public safety, roads, and essential services. These committee members will help ensure those funds are spent responsibly and in alignment with what voters intended.'
The oversight committee is composed of:
Paul Kleinsmith: San Bernardino County Senior Code Enforcement Supervisor and former county sheriff's reserve deputy.
Matthew Schulenberg: Assistant superintendent of administrative services for the Apple Valley Unified School District.
Christopher James Porter: Policy director for San Bernardino County First District Supervisor Paul Cook.
Bruce Ebmeyer: President of Ebmeyer Charter and Tour.
Larry Parks: President of the Sun City Homeowners Association.
During the meeting, committee members took their oaths of office, selected a chair and vice-chair, and received a presentation of the town's general fund and projected Measure P revenues.
One of the key items discussed was a recommendation to enhance law enforcement staffing through an adjustment to the San Bernardino County Sheriff's contract, presented by Apple Valley Police Capt. Tim Visosky.
'The recommendation we presented is focused on improving response times, increasing patrol coverage, and ultimately making Apple Valley safer,' Capt. Visosky said. 'Measure P gives us the opportunity to enhance our services in a meaningful way, and this proposal is a step in that direction.'
The proposed additions include one sergeant and eight deputies, whose roles include:
Two Multiple Enforcement Team deputies focused on quality-of-life issues such as illegal marijuana grows and homeless encampments.
One DUI enforcement deputy.
One acting detective to support training and promotional opportunities.
Four additional patrol deputies.
One sheriff's service specialist.
After reviewing the proposal, the committee voted to endorse the staffing recommendation and will forward its recommendation to the Town Council for consideration.
The meeting also included a Brown Act overview to help committee members understand their responsibilities under state transparency laws.
The Oversight Committee will regularly review how funds are allocated and report back to the community.
To learn more about Measure P and future meeting updates, visit applevalley.org.
This article originally appeared on Victorville Daily Press: Apple Valley's Measure P Oversight Committee meets for first time
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