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Council approves ordinance to enact Public Safety Sales and Use Tax; staff to return with spending plan

5688700 · August 19, 2025
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Summary

Edmonds City Council approved an ordinance on Aug. 19 enacting a public safety sales and use tax; council members said the tax will help fund public‑safety needs and make the city eligible for related state grants, and staff said collection could begin after the next budget cycle with implementation details to follow.

The Edmonds City Council voted on Aug. 19 to adopt an ordinance enacting a local Public Safety Sales and Use Tax after a staff presentation by Community, Culture and Economic Development Director Todd Tatum and remarks from Police Chief Dawkins.

Why it matters: Council members said proceeds will support public safety priorities and noted the tax can also make the city…

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