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09/21/2021 MINUTES 5 <br />when it’s not necessary. He noted how cities have the option to pass <br />it by a legislative body vote as well. VICE-CHAIRMAN OSIADACZ said Kittitas County has received more money <br />through REET 1 through the increase in real estate sales however it <br />does not account for the unfunded mandates from the State of <br />Washington. She explained how Kittitas County has taken money from <br />the Road Fund to keep the County afloat and we are now looking into <br />the future where people will have to make some tough decisions. She <br />said she was appalled by the realtors for a misleading campaign by <br />only a small number of members. She said having it go to a vote <br />before the citizens is consistent with her vote on the proposed <br />Mental Health tax, even if it’s just for an advisory vote. <br /> CHAIRMAN WACHSMITH felt it was refreshing to see the amount of <br />people engaged. He wished the proposed Mental Health tax is more of <br />a pressing need, he does support the REET tax and sees the benefit <br />but is in favor of sending it to the vote of the people. <br /> <br />Motion approved 2-1. Commissioner Wright voted against the motion. <br /> <br />The meeting was adjourned at 1:31 p.m. <br /> KITTITAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS CLERK OF THE BOARD KITTITAS COUNTY, WASHINGTON <br /> Julie Kjorsvik Brett Wachsmith, Chairman <br />