Here's what you need to know to decide how to vote on San Francisco's Proposition I.

ICYMI: the 2016 election will be held on Tuesday, November 8, with early voting kicking off at San Francisco’s City Hall on Tuesday, October 11.

In addition to voting for officials at the local, state, and national level, San Franciscans will face a decision on 17 state ballot initiatives and 25 local propositions.

Not sure how to vote on Proposition I? We hope the brief voter guide below will help you decide!

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What Is Prop I?

Prop I would establish a Dignity Fund and earmark at least $38 million annually to fund programs and services benefiting seniors and adults with disabilities.

Who Supports Prop I?

Key supporters of Proposition I include: Supervisors John Avalos, Eric Mar, David CamposJane KimNorman YeeMalia Cohen and London Breed.

Supporters argue that Prop I is necessary in order to ensure sufficient funding both today and in the future for San Francisco’s seniors, veterans, adults with disabilities and adults living with chronic and life-threatening health conditions.

Who Opposes Prop I?

Key opponents of Prop I include: Terence Faulkner.

Opponents argue that the proposition would restrict budget flexibility by earmarking a specific amount of funding for programs that may not even be necessary given the abundant services San Francisco already provides for seniors and adults with disabilities.

Learn More about Prop I

To learn more, read the full text of Proposition I.

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