Perhaps the $2M for the golf course will pay for itself? Green fees, pro shop rental fees, etc.

As opposed to giving raises to charity workers, which will not pay for itself.

You do realize you're all charity workers, right? Your wages are public charity to the people whom you serve. Should the Supes take out a $2M loan (which is all a bond is) and go into debt just so you can live better on the county charitable services budget?

If the money isn't enough, quit. Find another job, or another industry, or move to an area where cost of living isn't so insanely high. You're not a hostage.

Unlike your employer - the public - you enjoy the freedom to terminate your employment agreement at will.

Employment is a form of contracted exchange. Exchange is a priviledge; not a right.

Try moving to Watsonville. Your income will stretch further down there, and your standard of living will thus improve.