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Residents object to proposed $5 parcel charge for Clallam Conservation District; commissioners schedule further consideration
Summary
Multiple public commenters told the Clallam County commissioners on Sept. 9 that a proposed $5 parcel charge to fund the Clallam Conservation District is regressive and burdensome for low-income residents. Commissioners said the conversation will return to the board on a later date for further consideration.
Several residents criticized a proposed $5-per‑parcel charge to fund the Clallam Conservation District during general public comment at the Sept. 9 Clallam County commissioners meeting, and commissioners indicated the matter will return for further consideration at a later meeting.
Denise Lapio of Sequim said the $5 increase could be the difference between paying for school supplies or medication for some residents and argued the charge should be applied more broadly rather…
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