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County staff say resolution allows limited waiver language for government-owned properties but procedure is unclear
Summary
Staff told commissioners a provision in the June resolution allows a waiver for government-owned properties, but records and staff said the resolution's language is unclear about who can authorize waivers and under what conditions.
When commissioners asked whether the solid waste fee could be waived for some properties this year, staff said the general rule is a fee on the tax statement is assessed and not ordinarily waived. Justin, a county staff member, said the resolution passed in June contains a provision allowing a waiver for government-owned properties, but he cautioned that "the language is not clear on exactly who waives it and the conditions for that." Another staff member added that applying waivers selectively across government properties could create fairness and administrative issues.
Commissioners discussed whether exempting some government properties would create precedent or administrative complications; staff advised caution and suggested that if commissioners want waivers or exemptions, they should give clearer direction so staff can draft the appropriate procedures and any necessary resolution language.
