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King County Parks Levy Is a Critical Investment in WA’s Future
KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON, JUL 22 – The proposed levy would fund operations, maintenance, and new projects, raising $1.45 billion to replace an expiring $850 million levy that covers 85% of the parks budget.
- Next month, King County voters will consider a $1.45 billion parks levy on the August ballot, serving about 200 parks and nearly 400 miles of trails.
- As less tax revenue and rising costs strain the county’s finances, Rod Dembowski said, reliance on levies replaces expiring funding to address budget strain.
- The levy’s initial cost to a median homeowner is $16.38 per month, $2.50 more than the expiring six-year levy, and $46 million is reserved for an aquatic facilities grant program.
- Notably, no statement was submitted against the measure for this year’s voters’ pamphlet, and Rod Dembowski said it funds employees and equipment to run the regional park system.
- Voters must ensure ballots mailed last week are postmarked by Aug. 5, and renewal is vital to maintain healthy and safe access to the outdoors.
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Whidbey News-TimesLevy and aquatic center on the agenda for special meeting
South Whidbey Parks and Rec will discuss a levy and an aquatic rec center construction contract.
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King County Parks Levy is a critical investment in WA’s future
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