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Council reviews draft Metropolitan Park District ballot language; staff to tighten recital language and confirm exemptions
Summary
City staff presented a draft resolution and a neutral communications plan for a proposed Lacey Metropolitan Park District; council asked staff to strengthen recital language and to confirm whether exemptions for low‑income seniors or veterans must be included in the ballot text.
The Lacey City Council reviewed draft ballot language and a communications plan for a proposed Lacey Metropolitan Park District (MPD) on March 25.
Dave, who presented the draft resolution to council, said the language largely follows a 2018 model resolution. The draft would form an MPD with boundaries coterminous with the city, designate the city council as the district board (ex officio), and authorize a maximum general tax levy of up to 45¢ per $1,000 of assessed valuation. “This is the language that we have drafted for council,” Dave said, noting the draft allows minor clerical changes approved by the city attorney or auditor for formatting.
Council discussion: stronger recital language and exemptions
Several council members pressed for stronger language in the recitals.…
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