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Pierce County Charter Amendment No. 55 - Initiative Procedures

Unofficial result: Passed

Source: results.votewa.gov

Pierce County, Washington
My vote power: High

What does this measure do?

Pierce County would give initiative sponsors 180 days, instead of 120, to gather signatures. County taxpayers would not pay a new tax; election officials expect to handle any added work with current resources.

More about this measure

Proposed by: Pierce County Charter Review Commission (2026)

The commission reviews the county charter (its basic rulebook). It finished its work June 29, 2026 and sent seven changes to voters, who must approve any charter change.

Source: thecascadian.com

A YES vote means

Extend the signature gathering time for county initiatives from 120 to 180 days.

A NO vote means

Keep the current 120-day signature gathering limit.

Sources: piercecountywa.gov23