As federal protections for land, climate, and the environment continue to erode, locally driven policies have never mattered more. California and the Bay Area are stepping up, and the election this November will be decisive for CEQA, housing, environment, and climate issues.
Greenbelt Alliance’s team of experts assessed measures across the region and multiple opportunities to reinforce your commitment to climate resilience, smart housing, and open spaces.
On November 3, 2026, you don’t have to hesitate to vote for climate resilience. We’ve got your back.
Here are our recommendations:
November 2026 Voter Guide:
WIN: Voters Says YES to Measure U and To More Homes in Walnut Creek
Measure U passed with over 70% of the votes, showing strong support for sensible rezoning and more homes for seniors in Downtown Walnut Creek.
WIN: San Francisco Passes Measure H To Keep Muni Going Strong
In a great win for public transit, Measure H in San Francisco passed with 74% of the vote, well above the required 50% threshold.
WIN: Regional Transit Measure (RTM) Passes To Save Public Transit
The Greenbelt Alliance-endorsed Regional Transit Measure (RTM) passed with 62.6% of the vote, way above the required threshold of 50%. This is a huge win for public transit!
WIN: Measure G Fails in San Francisco and Sunset Dunes Park Remains Open
San Franciscans rejected the proposal to open the Great Highway for a third time, with 65,1% of voters saying no to Measure G.
WIN: Californians Reject Proposal For Harmful CEQA Revision and Say NO to Prop 45
Despite monumental CEQA reforms, California’s business lobby and sprawl developers are proposing a ballot initiative that would make far more radical changes to the law.
WIN: California Voters Reject Proposition 43 to Keep Citizen-Led Tax Measures Accessible
Californians rejected Proposition 43 at the ballot boxes, with 57.5% of voters saying NO. Prop 43 would require two-thirds voter approval, instead of simple majority, for new local special taxes. Read more.
Vote Yes on Measure X in Sausalito
Vote YES on Measure X in Sausalito to build more efficiently on developed footprints and adapt to a changing shoreline.
Vote Yes on Measure Q to Unlock Affordable Housing for Seniors in Half Moon Bay
Greenbelt Alliance is excited to endorse Measure Q in Half Moon Bay to unlock a transformational affordable housing community designed for senior farmworkers.
Vote Yes on Measure O To Modernize Zoning and Unlock Housing in Albany
Vote YES on Measure O for a fair, modern, and accountable zoning process that helps Albany plan responsibly for housing. Read more.
Vote Yes on Measure L To Put Climate Resilience on San Mateo County’s Charter
Greenbelt Alliance proudly endorses a YES vote on Measure L in San Mateo County to put climate resilience as a priority in the county’s charter. Read more.
Vote Yes on Measure L to Protect Cupertino’s Parks and Open Space for Good
Protecting open spaces is protecting climate resilience. Vote YES on Measure L to protect parks in Cupertino. Read more.
Vote Yes on Measure L To Better Prepare Alameda for Earthquakes, Floods, and Aging Infrastructure
Vote Yes on Measure L to better prepare Alameda for earthquakes, floods, and aging infrastructure. Learn more.
Vote Yes on Measure H for Parks for All in Sonoma County
Measure H, Parks for All, would continue funding for parks in Sonoma County and improve wildfire resilience and community well-being. Vote YES on Measure H.
Vote Yes on Measure B To Fund Wildfire Preparedness in Napa
Vote YES on Measure B to reduce catastrophic wildfire risk, protect drinking water, and preserve Napa’s open spaces and parks. Learn more.
Vote NO on Measure P to Protect Affordable Housing in Menlo Park
To protect affordable housing in Menlo Park, Greenbelt Alliance urges voters to say NO on Measure P, the Downtown Parking Plazas Ordinance. Read more.
Vote NO on Measure D to Reject Voter Approval for Parking Plaza Development Los Altos
This November, Los Altos voters should reject Measure D, which would institute citywide votes to approve any changes to parking places. Read more.
June 2026 Primary Election Results:
WIN: Measure D Reaffirms Santa Clara’s Protection of Open Spaces
Santa Clara voters made their support for open spaces clear by saying YES to Measure D. Read more.
WIN: Voters Said YES To Keep SMART Trains Moving
Greenbelt Alliance proudly endorses Measure B and encourages voters across Marin and Sonoma counties to vote YES on the June ballot.
WIN: Contra Costa Voters Say Resounding YES to Renewing Urban Limit Lines
With 68% of the votes, Measure A to renew the Urban Limit Line in Contra Costa achieved a landslide victory. Read more.
Previous Election Results
You can view past election results from ballot measures Greenbelt Alliance has endorsed by clicking here.