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Snohomish County, WA November 3, 1998 General
ASCENT 21 Proposition 3
Acquisition of Parks and Recreations Facilities

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To fund the acquisition, construction, equipping and maintenance of park and recreation facilities throughout Snohomish County, shall Snohomish County increase its regular property tax levy for a period of ten consecutive years beginning in 1 998 (for collection beginning in 1999) in excess of the statutory limitation in chapter 84.55 RCW by not more than $.10 per thousand dollars assessed valuation ($10.00 for house assessed at $100,000) all as specified in County Ordinance No. 98-043?
Summary Prepared by the League of Women Voters:
If this proposition passes, a property tax of 10 cents per $1,000 of assessed value would be levied for ten years beginning in 1998 to raise $40 million for purchase, construction, equipping and upkeep of park and recreation facilities in Snohomish County.

Arguments Submitted

Summary of Arguments FOR ASCENT 21 Proposition 3:
Because of projected increase in growth, it is necessary to save open space and parks to keep our quality of life. The proposition will provide for partnerships with schools, municipalities, special districts, business, and non-profit organizations to give voters a more direct part in the development of the parks and open spaces.

Summary of Arguments AGAINST ASCENT 21 Proposition 3:
Many communities such as Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace, and Mukilteo have already passed bond measure to pay for their own projects. Let other communities do the same if they want improvements. It is not fair to expect homeowners to pay taxes for projects that benefit areas other than their own.
 
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