HomeMy WebLinkAbout2907 Resolution RESOLUTION NO. 'L__7
RESOLUTION stating the intended uses of the two-tenths local sales tax
increase if approved by voters.
WHEREAS, the Franklin County Commission has placed a two-tenths sales tax increase
proposal on the November general election ballot which would, if approved by voters, generate
more than $800,000 annually for criminal justice expenses and roadway improvements for
Franklin County; and
WHEREAS, the same sales tax increase proposal, if approved by voters, would allocate
approximately$500,000 annually to the City of Pasco; and
WHEREAS, the City Council believes the voters should know the intended uses of the
City of Pasco share of the potential tax increase proceeds, if approved by voters; NOW,
THEREFORE,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON, DOES
RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: At least 50% of the sales tax increase proceeds realized by Pasco, if
approved by voters, will be allocated for criminal justice purposes and the city will assume the
lease responsibilities of Franklin County to keep Chiawana Park open to the public.
PASSED by the City Council of the City of Pasco this t tof 6C3WrK2005.
Michael L. a 'son, Mayor
ATTEST: APPROV S TO FORM:
Sandy kdworthy, Deputy ty Clerk Lee Kerr, City Attorney