The City of Tacoma is calling on residents to help shape the dialogue around the upcoming Streets Initiative II ballot measure. According to the City of Tacoma, volunteers are needed to draft statements "For" and "Against" Proposition S2, which aims to fund street repairs and safety improvements through increased utility and property taxes. The deadline to submit letters of interest is slated for the 17th of January, by 3 PM.
As outlined in the City's call for participation, Resolution No. 41588 will escalate the utility tax by an additional 2% on utilities such as natural gas, electricity, and phone services starting in 2026. Also on the docket is a proposed property tax levy increase amounting to $0.25 per $1,000 of assessed value, capping at $1.95 per $1,000 in 2026, which will establish the base for calculating future levies. Some residents, including seniors, may not be affected due to exemptions. These proposals will be brought before voters on the Special Election ballot slated for April 22.
Those interested in joining the debate and committing to drafting these pivotal statements for the voters’ pamphlet must send a letter to the City Clerk's Office. Each letter should include the applicant's name, home address, stance on Proposition S2, and a brief explanation of their willingness to serve on the committee. Interested Tacoma residents should note that they must reside within city limits to be considered for the positions.
