City of Bothell Proposition No. 1: Annexation Into Shoreline Fire Department Regional Fire Authority
What does this measure do?
Bothell would join the Shoreline regional fire authority, keeping current fire and emergency services. The city estimates about $33 more a month for an average homeowner if it cuts its own property tax as planned.
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Proposed by: Bothell City Council (Resolution 1784)
Bothell's city governing body wants the city to join the regional fire service to sustain fire and emergency medical services.
Source: bothellwa.gov
A YES vote means
Bothell joins the regional fire authority in March 2027. Regional property taxes and fire service charges start in 2028; the city estimates about $33 more a month for an average homeowner if it cuts its own tax as planned.
A NO vote means
Bothell stays outside the regional fire authority. The city would need another vote, a new fire service agreement, or its own restored fire department; this vote would not add regional fire taxes or charges.
No financial records found for this ballot measure.
Source: bothellwa.gov
Source: snohomishcountywa.gov