It’s American Education Week!
To all those who work to educate our students – thank you.
Western Washington
More than 80 businesses have joined in opposing the proposed head tax in Seattle, signing a letter intended for the Seattle City Council. Their opposition is rooted in disbelief that the hastily developed proposal would solve Seattle’s homeless problem. They also reminded the Council that cost of operating businesses in Seattle has increased significantly as of late and encourage the Council to reconsider the tax proposal. (My Northwest)
Seattle Police Department captains and lieutenants have negotiated their labor deal and it has been approved by the Seattle City Council as of last night – set to expire at the end of December 2019. The agreement was reached two weeks ago with the Seattle Police Management Association and includes police reforms, body camera trials as well as changes in compliance. (The Seattle Times)
Rate increases by Seattle Public Utilities have been approved by the Seattle City Council. SPU will be increasing rates by an average of 5.2% a year, effective for the next six years. (The Seattle Times)
Airbnb and short-term rentals will now be taxed by Seattle, as the Seattle City Council voted yesterday to impose a tax of $14 per night for homes and $8 per night for rooms. (The Seattle Times)
King County Metro fares will be set according to a three-tier rate, effective July 1st. There will be a $3.25 rate, a $2.75 rate and a $2.50 rate. The ORCA LIFT program will remain unaffected. (The Seattle Times)
Eastern Washington
A vote on Spokane’s $975 million budget for 2018 has been delayed, as requested by City Council President Ben Stuckart, so as to revisit the Public Works division – including the work assignment of six employees. “I was a bit concerned by some of the answers I got, and I’d like a little more time,” Stuckart said. (The Spokesman-Review)
Benton County may ban production and processing of marijuana for six months by passing an emergency ordinance. The ban would only impact new operators and would take effect immediately, if passed. (Tri-City Herald)
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