📋 Bill #2026-139
Public Safety Sales Tax
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Budget Impact
$7,000,000
Bill Summary
Discussion only with no formal action taken. RCW 82.14.450 sales tax could generate approximately $7 million annually to address sheriff's office staffing needs. Council decision required by March 24 for July implementation.
Meeting History
February 24, 2026
Committee of the Whole
The Whatcom County Council Committee of the Whole met for 2 hours and 29 minutes on February 24, 2026, covering five major items with significant ...
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