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Council delays decision on proposed 0.1% public safety sales tax; seeks more budget analysis
Summary
After a public hearing and extended debate, the Battle Ground City Council voted to delay action on a proposed councilmanic 0.1% public safety sales and use tax intended to fund two police officers and related costs. Councilmembers requested a full financial analysis, alternatives and that a full council be present for the final vote.
Battle Ground City Council on Nov. 3 postponed action on an ordinance that would enact a city 0.1% public safety sales and use tax, following public testimony and lengthy discussion about alternatives, grant timing and distributional effects.
City staff described the tax as a councilmanic 0.1% sales-and-use tax that would take effect April 1, 2026 if adopted by the city. Staff estimated the tax would generate roughly $500,250 for the nine months in 2026 and said the revenue would be dedicated to adding two police officers in 2026 and related costs, reduce overtime and…
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