Lawmakers in Olympia are considering proposals to raise Washington’s long-standing 1% cap on annual property tax increases. Options include bumping the cap to 3% or tying it to inflation and population growth, potentially leading to increases of 4% to 6% per year. What do you think? Cast your vote in this week’s Clark County Today poll.
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Opinion: The stage is set for a battle royale
Rep. John Ley outlines key legislative battles in Olympia, raising concerns about tax hikes, tolling, and spending priorities in Washington state.
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Clark County voters rejected all three tax measures on the April 22 special election ballot, prompting questions about trust, affordability, and communication. - Opinion: The war on parental rightsNancy Churchill argues that Olympia lawmakers are undermining voter-approved parental rights by rewriting key legislation and silencing dissent.
- Opinion: An Earth Day Lesson – Last year’s biggest environmental victories came from free markets
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- Letter: C-TRAN Board improper meeting conductCamas resident Rick Vermeers criticizes the C-TRAN Board for misusing parliamentary procedure during a controversial vote on light rail.
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