Albany Today, Oct. 22

As we work to finish up our election coverage, today we have an explainer on Measure T and a guest essay, from Albany's mayor, on all six ballot measures.

Measure T proposes new tax for Albany trees, streetlights
Officials estimate an average cost of $12 per month for a house and $3 per month for a condominium.
Albany mayor urges yes votes on all 6 ballot measures: Op-ed
Mayor Peggy McQuaid makes the case for six measures addressing city finances, infrastructure and housing.

In other news

Join the Ocean View PTA after dismissal Friday for frozen treats — and help raise money for a fifth grade overnight camping trip. The event starts at 3:05 p.m. near the Kinder Gates, "while supplies last."

In case you missed it

Can Albany take an entire city block off natural gas?
A $200,000 federal grant is helping Albany lay the groundwork for a potentially groundbreaking project.
The Culture Circuit, Oct. 22-28
This week's picks from East Bay stages and creative spaces.

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