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A resolution transmitting a ballot measure to the Pierce County Auditor to be placed on the ballot for the Primary Election on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, which reads:
CITY OF TACOMA
PROPOSITION 1
FUNDING TRANSPORTATION SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS
The Tacoma City Council adopted Connect Tacoma: Safe Streets and Sidewalks Resolution No. 41890 concerning increases in utility and property taxes for street improvements.
This measure funds safe streets, school routes, pothole repairs, paving, sidewalks, traffic
safety, and neighborhood connections, by levying an additional 1.5% utility tax on
natural gas, electric, phone utilities for 10 years beginning 2027; increasing the regular
property tax levy for 10 years by $0.20/$1,000 to a maximum rate of $1.78/$1,000
assessed value for 2027 collections; using the 2027 levy amount to calculate subsequent
levies through 2036 (RCW 84.55). Qualifying seniors and others are exempt
(RCW 84.36.381).
Should this proposition be approved?
Approved……… [ ]
Rejected………. [ ]
[Kurtis D. Kingsolver, P.E., Interim Director, Public Works]