Business license tax modernization

Speaking for labor, argued the 'match neighbors' model falls short because comparison cities have outdated taxes; urged higher rates on professional services, commercial rentals, and landlords, and said the city shouldn't be scared into inaction by businesses.

With Hayward Concerned Citizens, criticized the polling methodology and the word 'modernization,' saying the survey questions make the tax look better than it is.

Asked whether the tax revenue could be used for homelessness services and county housing matches, saying businesses can't thrive without addressing homelessness.