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Prosecutor
Agenda Staff Report
AGENDA DATE:
12/21/2021
ACTION REQUESTED:
Adopt the attached ordinance related to imposition of a mental health tax pursuant to RCW 82.14.460.
BACKGROUND:
After due notice, the BOCC conducted a public hearing on December 7, 2021 to consider imposition of a
mental health tax authorized by RCW 82.14.460. After public comment and deliberation, the BOCC voted
2 to 1 to approve the tax. The attached ordinance memorializes that action.
INTERACTION:
The Prosecutor's Office has worked with the BOCC and the Auditor's Offices in crafting the needed
ordinance.
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the ordinance imposing a mental health tax authorized by RCW 82.14.460.
HANDLING:
Return a copy of the executed ordinance to the Prosecutor's Office and to Ms. Pless at the Auditor's Office.
LEAD STAFF:
Neil Caulkins