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Spokane Valley reviews tax and levy options as potential funding sources for public safety and other priorities
Summary
Council reviewed property‑tax and sales‑tax options, including a voter‑approved city public‑safety sales tax that staff estimates could raise $2.6–$2.8 million for the city; staff warned an August ballot timeline would require beginning the public process in March.
Spokane Valley City Council at an Oct. 23 budget workshop reviewed several revenue options to fund public safety and other council priorities, including councilmanic and voter‑approved property‑tax steps and a possible city public‑safety sales tax.
Why it matters: staff said the city is collecting less per capita than many peer cities and that new recurring costs for police and other services will increase pressure on the general fund. Council members discussed whether to pursue local options or continue prioritizing internal tradeoffs and economic development.
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