Some supporters of the initiative say most states in the U.S. assess commercial properties at market value, and that this reform would make it easier for local governments to get the necessary funding for their projects. Some in opposition say that local governments can raise money successfully from voters with most local tax increases on the ballot succeeding. Some opponents of the initiative, such as former Board of Equalization member George Runner, argue the initiative would harm consumers and the economy by significantly increasing business owners' operating costs, which would be passed on to customers. Some commentators have noted how the initiative would not provide funding for affordable housing development and would further lower the incentive for governmental approval of needed residential development in favor of more-taxable commercial development (for its attendant sales, payroll, business, and/or property tax revenue). Despite this, pro-housing YIMBY groups in California have supported the split roll campaign.