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Liberty Lake seeks 0.1% sales tax increase for public safety funding

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What happened

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The City of Liberty Lake is asking voters for a 0.1% sales tax increase. This measure is projected to bring the city an estimated $750,000 in annual revenue, which is strictly dedicated to public safety. The city council voted 6-0 on March 17 to send the measure to voters.

From spokesman.com

Why it matters

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The revenue is intended to fund the Liberty Lake Police Department, with a sizable portion dedicated to officer salaries. Councilman Dan Dunne noted that the funds could reasonably cover at least one or possibly two additional officers.

From spokesman.com

Who's involved

  • Liberty LakeThe city requesting the sales tax increase for public safety funding.
  • Cris KaminskasThe Mayor leading the push for the public safety funding initiative.
  • Dan DunneA councilman supporting the measure that could secure new staff funding.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Dan DunneSpeculative

    Dan Dunne might see increased public safety staffing due to the potential funding.

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