Clark County Proposed Charter Amendment No. 25 - Concerning the Requirement of Supermajority Approval by Council for County Taxes
Clark County, Washington
My vote power: High
What does this measure do?
Starting in 2027, Clark County Council would need a two-thirds vote to add or raise county taxes; fees and renewals without higher rates would be exempt. County taxpayers would pay no new tax from this question alone.
Read the official ballot measure (PDF)
Proposed by: Clark County Charter Review Commission (Resolution No. 26-08)
The commission reviews the county's charter (its basic rulebook) and proposes changes. A change takes effect only if county voters approve it.
Source: clark.wa.gov
A YES vote means
Require a two-thirds County Council vote for new or increased county taxes starting in 2027, with listed exceptions for fees and tax renewals without rate increases.
A NO vote means
Keep the current council voting rule for county taxes; this amendment would not impose a two-thirds threshold.
Source: clark.wa.gov