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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017 - City of Blaine Transportation Benefit District Sales Tax Increase April 25,2017 Passed Simple Majority3 W Z v CD 0 CD CD CD 7 O v � 0CD m CD 3 CD p. O 1 ci x CD Q CD v QC CD CD —s O CD' O CD CD CD a O CD 4 O O CD a sv CCD �a m �i O CD v O %C E CD N 1 �Q _Q cc CD x Cy 0 u O -► CD O is CD c CD Q su U) 0 SD CD CL Cv C2 CD 3 O CD Q O a a 0. aM CC,`:; Official Canvass of the Special Election for City of Blaine Whatcom County, Washington �As►.,KG�°� Held Tuesday, April 25, 2017 State of Washington ) County of Whatcom The undersigned, being the officers designated by law as constituting the Whatcom County Canvassing Board, have completed the canvass of votes as it pertains to the Special Election held April 25, 2017, within the boundaries of the City of Blaine, Whatcom County, State of Washington. The proposition concerned a sales and use tax of two -tenths of one percent to be collected from all taxable events within the City for a term of ten years to fund transportation improvements which would include street, sidewalk, and trail improvements and programs. Based on the criteria for passage which was supplied by the district, the measure passed. WITNESS our hand and seal this 51h day of May 2017. Whatcom County Canvassing Board Diana Bradrick, Chief/Deputy Auditor Civil Deputy Prosecuting Attorney 1 �cw�r► N N. Fa 4z25 . , Council Chair, County Legislative Authority Whatcom County Auditor's Office Whatcom County Courthouse 311 Grand Avenue, Suite 103 Bellingham, WA 98225-4038 Phone: (360) 778-5100 Fax: (360)778-5101 Email: auditor@co.whatcom.wa.us Internet: www.whatcomcounty.uslauditor ELECTION RESULTS RECEIPT �GOM CO �9aN� KGt0a, Debbie Adelstein County Auditor Diana Bradrick Chief Deputy Auditor Copies of the City of Blaine, Proposition No. 2017-1, Sales and Use Tax for Transportation Improvements, election results from the April 25, 2017 Special Election, have been delivered to the Assessor's and Treasurer's Office. Receipt Acknowledged: ASSESSOR'S OFFICE: Na TREASURER'S OFFICE: Name s Wl- Date K Zo Date Licensing Recording Elections Administration Licensing@co.whatcom.wa.us Recording@co.whatcom.wa.us Elections@co.whatcomma.us Auditor@comhatcomma.us We gladly accept 360-778-5100 360-778-5100 360-778-5102 360-778-5105 relay calls. Whatcom County Auditor's Office Whatcom County Courthouse 311 Grand Avenue, Suite 103 Bellingham, WA 98225-4038 Phone: (360) 778-5100 Fax: (360) 778-5101 Email: auditor@co.whatcom.wa,us Internet: www.whatcomcounty.uslauditor May 5, 2017 Sheri Sanchez City of Blaine 435 Martin St., Suite 3000 Blaine, WA 98230 Dear Sheri: p�GON �aG� Debbie Adelstein County Auditor Diana Bradrick �9�f1INGRQ� Chief Deputy Auditor The April 25, 2017 Special Election was certified this afternoon. Enclosed are the Summary Report of the official election results, the Precinct Abstract Report, and a copy of the certification of the City of Blaine, Proposition No. 2017-1, Sales and Use Tax for Transportation Improvements. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call me at 778-5105. Sincerely, Debbie Adelstein County Auditor Enclosure Licensing Recording Elections Administration Licensing@co.whatcomma.us Recording@comhatcornma.us Elections@comhatcornma.us Auditor@comhatcomma.us We gladly accept 360-778-5100 360-778-5100 360-778-5102 360-778-5105 relay calls. f April 25, 2017 Special Election Official Election Results Certification Date: May 5, 2017 Summary Report (1 page) Precinct Abstract Report (1 page) WHATCOM_20170425_E April 25, 2017 Summary Report Whatcom Registration & Turnout Registration Turnout Total Registration and Turnout 3,399 1,298 38.19% Contests City of Blaine Proposition 2017-1 Under Votes: Over Votes: YES 930 71.70% NO 367 28.30% Total 1,297 Whatcom WHATCOM 20170425_E City of Blaine Proposition 2017-1 Precinct Canvass April25, 2017 1 1 1 1 1 d c c a W ID 0 3 Ellx fA C < <m m n z 5.4 w0 C/1 O 301 All Tally Types 1054 324 30.74 224 100 302 All Tally Types 1172 409 34.90 300 109 3as AIITally Types 840 471 56.07 348 122 ti s0 4 All Tally Types 333 94 28.23 58 36 M Tally Types 3399 1298 38.19 930 367 s ConlestTotal 3399 1298 38.19 930 W 1 1 Printed: Friday, May 05, 2017 11:42 AM Data Refreshed: 5/5/2017 11:41 AM Page 1 of 1 AU270090A PROCEDURE Filing a Proposed Ballot Measure for inclusion in �0,5117 Election (AUDITOR'S OFFICE — Elections) This procedure applies to Auditor's Staff, the Prosecuting Attorney, the Assessor's Office, and representatives of the cities and districts submitting a proposed ballot measure. Actions by Cities and District Representative: 1. Submits proposed ballot measure (considered ballot title) together with the ballot measure cover sheet, an explanatory statement for the Local Voter Pamphlet prepared by legal counsel, and the "For" and "Against" committee appointments to the Auditor's Office. Must be submitted at least 60 days prior to the election date for a special election, no later than the Friday immediately before the first day of regular candidate filing for the primary election, or no later than the day of the primary for a general election. Actio by Election Clerk: If received by mail or courier (e.g., Fourth Corner Network), date stamps Ballot Measure Cover Sheet and the first page of the resolution. Gives to Office Coordinator to complete steps 4-6. 3. If received over the counter, date stamps Ballot Measure Cover Sheet and the first page of the resolution. 04. Verifies that: ,the Ballot Measure Cover Sheet (FRM #AU270090F) is complete and all documentation requested is attached, the date of the election is stated in the resolution Prepares Ballot Measure Receipt. Notes any information from the Ballot Measure Cover sheet that is missing, if any (See FRM #AU470090A). Fills in the submittal deadline date (resolution deadline date) if there is missing information. Makes a copy for file and gives original to filer. 056- Provides local voter pamphlet information (Committee Statement Deadlines & Requirements and the Committee Statement Form) to submitter. (P-7. Initials that Steps 2-6 have been completed. (V 8. Gives all materials to Office Coordinator. Actions by Office Coordinator: ' 9? Creates ballot measure file folder and staples this procedure to front of folder to be used as a checklist. Puts copy of validation requirements in file. [tfl. Ensures front staff completed and applied initials for Steps 2-7 above. Notes any Information still needed and tracks getting it from submitter. : t Mails receipt if submitted by mail. 12. Files copy of ballot measure receipt and original documents submitted in the file folder. 61-�- . I:\Policies & Procedures\Elections\02_Pre-Election\04_Filing - Ballot Measures\PRO Filing proposed ballot meas.docx Page 1 Amended 2/16/2017 Filing Proposed Balk /leasures for Inclusion in Election ( 'it.) 13. Checks to see that the ballot title concise description does not exceed 75 words and the p� explanatory statement does not exceed 100 words. If it does, advises Auditor. 14. Checks to see that the For and Against committee appointment forms have been completed. If a committee appointment has not been made for either side, advises Auditor. �.15. Checks to see that the ballot title (ballot measure) in the resolution matches the ballot title 1� (measure) on the `official ballot" page (if one was submitted). If not, advises Auditor. If ►'j discrepancy is found, waits for clarification before proceeding to next step. Photocopies proposed ballot title and explanatory statement. Reviews ballot title and headings for capitalization and punctuation. 17. Assigns ballot measure number (sequential numbering for each special purpose or taxing district).* Number formula = <<yyyy - #>>. Writes ballot measure number on outside of file folder and in the heading of the ballot title. J2-1"Iotes suggested edits for Auditor's review. OP-1-9. Gives file to Auditor or designee. j'Actions by Auditor or designee: 20. If the word count of the explanatory statement is exceeded, contacts submitter to remedy. op21. Reviews validation requirements based on information submitted or by consulting with submitter, what the passage requirements are, and under which RCW they are submitting the measure, if applicable. Reviews auditor's validation information as well. 22. If a For or Against committee was not appointed, reviews the list of efforts made. jj--- Determines if efforts made were adequate and decides if further action is warranted by the city/district or the auditor. Contacts the city/district if further action is needed. 23. Marks the passage requirement on the folder in red. 4. Discusses with submitter requested order if more than one ballot title is to be submitted. 25. Makes edits and initials and dates the changes. �_ 26. Returns file to Office Coordinator. Actions by Office Coordinator: If the ballot title is submitted by the County or a district: �7. Prepares transmittal letter to the Prosecuting Attorney to review the ballot title (as defined in RCW 29A.36.071) and prepares the concise description, if necessary, allowing 5 business days for processing. (See FRM #AU470090B — Prosecuting Atty Memo) 28. Makes photocopy of Auditor's edited ballot title, explanatory statement, validation figures (if applicable), and ballot measure cover sheet. Attaches to Prosecuting Attorney's transmittal letter. NOTE: If ballot title submitted by a city, no review by the Prosecuting Attorney is necessary. However, the explanatory statement shall be reviewed and approved by the prosecuting attorney. (:\Policies & Procedures\Elections\02_Pre-Election\04_Filing - Ballot Measures\PRO Filing proposed ballot meas.docx Page 2 Amended 2/16/2017 Filing Proposed Ballot Measures for Inclusion in Election (cont.) 29. Prepares transmittal letter to Assessor to review if there are taxing or funding implications, slowing 5 business days for processing to obtain their review. (See FRM #AU470090C — ssessor Ballot Title Letter - sends to Janice Judge) 0 Makes photocopy of Auditor's edited resolution, validation figures (if applicable), and ballot measure cover sheet. Attaches to Assessor's transmittal letter. 1. Obtains signature on transmittal letters and puts copies in folder. and delivers packet to PA and Assessor. 33. Returns folder to file rack to await return comments. C104. Tickles date to follow-up with PA and Assessor.-& A0 ons by Prosecuting A torney: 5. Reviews text of ba title and hea gs of ballot measure. 6�Sendss ses with submitter or counsel for submitter and recommends any changes, if any. transmittal letter to Auditor's Office with ballot title and headings to be used. (REF #AU570090A — Response from Prosecuting Attorney) Ac tans by Assessor's Office: S. Reviews submission. . Provides feedback to Auditor's office by return memo. (See REF #AU570090B — Sample Memo from Assessor) Actions by Auditor or designee: ❑ate Stamps letter from PA and places in the folder. Date stamps return memo from Assessor and places in the folder. _41 e. Reviews ballot title and headings from Prosecuting Attorney and Assessor feedback. Notes any recommendations. "2. Gives to Office Coordinator to prepare letter to the submitter. Actions by Office Coordinator: (PS -Prepares letter to District Contact Person 1 and District Contact Person 2 from the ballot measure cover sheet (FRM #AU470090D — Letter to District re Approved Ballot Title.) OOObtains Auditor signature. 4 Scans signed letter and sends via email to District Contact Person 1 and District Contact arson 2. Sends copies of letter to other interested parties who have requested to be included by regular mail, fax or email upon request. Prints out email transmittal and places inside file folder. Completes Certificate of Distribution (FRM #AU470090E — Certificate of Distribution) and staples to inside file folder. -Places in file. rs tags on thefinal versions of: ballot measure, explanatory statement, For and st statements. Places tag on the resolution. ns file to file rack. hPolicies & Procedures\Elections\02_Pre-Election\04_Filing - Ballot Measures\PRO Filing proposed ballot meas.docx Page 3 Amended 2/16/2017 Filing Proposed Balk /leasures for Inclusion in Election ( it.) Q. Advises Election Coordinator by e-mail that file is ready for processing and prints out e- mail transmittal and places inside file folder. Actions by Election Coordinator: 51. Enters ballot measure, explanatory statement, Committee For & Committee Against statements, and rebuttals in ballot measure template and in WEI. 52. Sets up ballot measure in EIMS. 53. Gives ballot title to ballot preparer for inclusion on ballot (unless court appeal is made of ballot title) 46A. If court appeal, ballot preparer waits for court resolution (may design a placeholder in the meantime). 54. Submits court ordered title to ballot preparer prior to preparation deadline. *Naming Convention for Ballot Measure: Line 1: Jurisdiction Line 2: Proposition # (yyyy-#) Line 3: Subject of Measure/Proposition Other additional lines as needed. hPolicies & Procedures\Elections\02_Pre-Election\04_Filing - Ballot Measures\PRO Filing proposed ballot meas.docx Page 4 Amended 2/16/2017 Amy Grasher From: Jacob Lamont <jacob@egcannabis.com> Sent: Tuesday, March 07, 2017 6:59 PM To: VotersPamphlet Subject: Re: FW: Rebuttal due Monday March 6 Hello Amy, Here is my rebuttal pasted below. Thank you for giving me a little extra time to get it in to you. Sincerely, Jacob We should be creating a different model that would drive more business to our city in the long-term. It is a fact, that if we had more traffic coming into Blaine, we would not need to increase the taxes. We should solve the real problem rather than bandaging the issue. It is not the minimal amount of the tax that is concerning, it is the philosophy and practice that does not do us justice. On Tue, Mar 7, 2017 at 8:23 AM, VotersPamphlet cvoterspamphlet(t co.whatcom.wa.us> wrote: Morning Jacob... did you intend to submit a rebuttal? If you have one, send it on over by 4:30 pm today. If you didn't intend to submit a rebuttal, that is A too. Atny From: VotersPamphlet Sent: Thursday, March 02, 2017 12:35 PM To: jacob@egcannabis.com Subject: Rebuttal due Monday March 6 Jacob, Attached is the statement from the Committee FOR the City of Blaine's Sales and Use Tax for Transportation Improvements. You are allowed to write a 75 word rebuttal, no more than one paragraph. Please send me the rebuttal electronically (either in a word attachment to an email, or in the body of an email). The rebuttal is due by 4:30 Rm on Monday,March 6. Any questions, let me know. Amy Grasher Whatcom County Auditor's Office Election Division 360-778-5102 Jacob Lamont Amy Grasher From: Eric Davidson <ericjdavidson@yahoo.com> Sent: Sunday, March 05, 2017 4:15 PM To: VotersPamphlet Subject: Re: Rebuttal due Monday March 6 Attachments: TBD election statement rebuttal.docx Attached in the word document is the rebuttal. Please let me know if you have questions or a problem that needs to be addressed. Thank you, Eric Davidson From: VotersPamphlet <yoterspamphlet co.whatcom.wa.us> To: "ericidavidson(dyahoo.com" <ericjdavidsoninyahoo.corn> Sent: Thursday, March 2, 2017 12:38 PM Subject: Rebuttal due Monday March 6 Eric, Attached is the statement from the Committee AGAINST the City of Blaine's Sales and Use Tax for Transportation Improvements. You and the committee for are allowed to write a 75 word rebuttal, no more than one paragraph. Please send me the rebuttal electronically (either in a word attachment to an email, or in the body of an email). The rebuttal is due by 4:30 pm on Monday. March 6. Any questions, let me know. Amy Grasher Whatcom County Auditor's Office Election Division 360-778-5102 The TBD provides a choice for voters in Blaine to ensure quality roads and trails. The TBD ensures the entire burden is not at the expense of the citizens of Blaine but from everyone who shops in Blaine and uses city services. TBD funds stay completely in Blaine to benefit the people of Blaine. That 2¢ on a $10 purchase allows Blaine to enjoy a safer and better quality of life for years to come. Nancy Moore From: Nancy Moore Sent: Friday, March 03, 2017 3:20 PM To: Amy Grasher Subject: City of Blaine Prop 2017-1 Amy, You are all set to proceed on the City of Blaine's ballot measure. The file has been returned to the rack. N .vanc_y M. Moore Office Coordinator ?Yliatcom County AutorS Office 311 Grand -Ave., Suite log Beiiinglian4 V-A g8225 �g6oj778s1o8 Nancy Moore From: Auditor Sent: Friday, March 03, 2017 3:13 PM To: Sheri Sanchez Cc: David Wilbrecht (DWilbrecht@cityofblaine.com) Subject: Proposed Ballot Measure Attachments: CityofBlaine Prop 2017-1_20170303151227.pdf Hi Sheri, Attached is a letter from Debbie Adelstein regarding the City of Blaine's proposed ballot measure for the April 25, 2017 Special Election. Have a nice weekend! Sincerely, .fancy M,.r'i'loore Office Coornator V, atcom County .qudir'tor' Office 311 Grand -Ave., Suite 10g Belfng/ian; X4 9822.5" &60%7785108 Whatcom County let Auditor's Office Whatcom County Courthouse 1 311 Grand Avenue, Suite 103 Bellingham, WA 98225-4038 S'"1 "� Phone: (360) 778-5100 Fax: (360)778-5101 Email: auditor@co.whatcom.wa.us Internet: www.whatcomcounty,us/auditor E-mailed to: Sheri Sanchez, Administrative Services Director David Wilbrecht, City Manager March 3, 2017 Sheri Sanchez City of Blaine 435 Martin St., Suite 3000 Blaine, WA 98230 Re: Proposed Ballot Measure Dear Sheri: Debbie Adelstein County Auditor Diana Bradrick Chief Deputy Auditor The ballot measure submitted has been received and will appear on the April 25, 2017, Special Election ballot. Changes to the heading have been made as follows: City of Blaine Proposition No. 2017-1 Sales and Use Tax for Transportation Improvements The revision to the ballot measure as submitted on February 27, 2017, shall read as follows: The Blaine City Council, Blaine, Washington, adopted Resolution No. 1704-17, concerning a sales and use tax to fund transportation improvements. This proposition would authorize a sales and use tax of two -tenths of one percent (0.002) to be collected from all taxable events within the City in accordance with RCW 82.14.0455 for a term of ten years for the purpose of paying for financing costs of transportation improvement projects identified in the Blaine Transportation Improvement Program as allowed by Chapters 36.73 RCW, 36.74 RCW and 82.14 RCW, which include street, sidewalk, and trail improvements and programs. Should this proposition be approved? Yes No This notice is being provided pursuant to RCW 29A.36.080. Sincerely, Debbie Adelstein County Auditor Licensing Recording Elections Administration Licensing@comhatcomma.us Recording@co.whatcom.wa.us Elections@comhatcomma.us Auditor@comhatcomma.us We gladly accept 360-778-5100 360-778-5100 360-778-5102 360-778-5105 relay calls. WHATCOM COUNTY ASSESSOR'S OFFICE County Courthouse 311 a Grand Avenue, Suite #106 Keith M. Bellingham, WA 98225-4038 Assessor Telephone: (360) 676-6790 Fax: (360) 738-2472 'Py4T°tqvz. Date: March 3, 2017JQ,rO'� To: Debbie Adelstein, Whatcom County Auditor From: Janice Judge, Senior Administrative Assistant Whatcom County Assessor's Office Re: City of Blaine Proposition No. 2017-1 Sales and Use Tax for Transportation Improvements I am in receipt of the proposed ballot measure for the City of Blaine and have reviewed such for property tax administration. I find no concerns with the ballot measure regarding property tax administration. WHATCOM COUNTY PROSECUTING ATTu3tNEY DAVID S. McEACHRAN CHIEF CRIMINAL DEPUTY Whatcom County Courthouse CHIEF CIVIL DEPUTY Mac D. Seder 311 Grand Avenue, Second Floor Randall J. Watts Bellingham, Washington 98225-4079 ASST. CHIEF CRIMINAL DEPUTY (360) 676-6784 / FAX (360) 738-2532 ASST CHIEF CIVIL DEPUTY Warren J. Page COUNTY (360) 398-1310 Daniel L. Gibson CRIMINAL DEPUTIES CIVIL DEPUTIES Craig D. Chambers $ r Karen L. Frakes Elizabeth L. Gallery Royce Buckingham David A. Graham = CIVIL SUPPORT Eric J. Richey 9 }ry .lames T. Hulbert {�1/ ENFORCEMENT DEPUTIES Ann L. Stodola Angela A. Cuevas Jeffrey D. Sawyer � tT[,`��&��;�E��+��� Dionne M. Clasen Anna Gighotti Shannon Connor ++vv11 1V + r , `T? AU61 j flR APPELLATE DEPUTIES Christopher D. Quinn David E. Freeman Kimberly Thulin Kari Hathorn Hilary A. Thomas Kyle Moore Dona Bracke ADMINISTRATOR Kristen Reid Kathy Walker Date: March 1, 2017 To: Debbie Adelstein RE: Blaine Sales Tax — Transportation #2017-1 Dear Debbie, I approve the explanatory statement tabbed in the attached packet with a yellow tab. I have initialed the statement. Sincerely, Royc m Attorney r Whatcom County Whatcom County P' �4 Auditor's Office' Whatcom County Courthouse 311 Grand Avenue, Suite 103 _ Bellingham, WA 98225-4038 9�"'"4so Phone: (360) 778-5100 Fax: (360) 778-5101 Email: elections co.whatcom.wa.us Internet: www.whatcomcounty.us./auditor To: Prosecuting Attorney's Office/Royce Buckingham From: Debbie Adelstein, County Auditor Date: February 28, 2017 Re: City of Blaine Proposition No. 2017-1 Sales and Use Tax for Transportation Improvements Debbie Adelstein County Auditor Election Division Please review the attached explanatory statement for the City of Blaine's proposed ballot measure. The statement should tell what the current law is and explain the effect of the proposed measure if it becomes law. Contact information is included should you need to communicate with the district. We will await a letter of approval or suggested changes at your earliest convenience. Thank You, I:\2017 Elections\April 25 Special Election - City of Blaine\Ballot Measure\FRM Prosecuting Atty ballot title letter.doc City of Blaine Proposition No. 2017-1 Sales and Use Tax for Transportation Improvements The Blaine City Council, Blaine, Washington, adopted Resolution No. 1704-17, concerning a sales and use tax to fund transportation improvements. This proposition would authorize a sales and use tax of two -tenths of one percent (0.002) to be collected from all taxable events within the City in accordance with RCW 82.14.0455 for a term of ten years for the purpose of paying for financing costs of transportation improvement projects identified in the Blaine Transportation Improvement Program as allowed by Chapters 36.73 RCW, 36.74 RCW and 82.14 RCW, which include street, sidewalk, and trail improvements and programs. Should this proposition be approved? Yes lM Explanatory Statement The City requires additional revenue to pay for needed transportation improvements. This measure would help fund these improvements by increasing the sales and use tax by 0.2%. All of the funds generated by this tax increase would be used for the sole purpose of paying for transportation projects that the City has identified as necessary to improve such things as safety, travel time, capacity and reliability. Projects include improvement and repair of streets, sidewalks and trails. This tax will be paid not just by City residents, but rather by all persons who shop in.the City. S LPM CpL RECEIVEDRECEIVE �P g 3- Ballot Measure Cover Sheet �Cp 'n17 w6�= This cover sheet must accompany each ballot measure submitted to tF h�t l County Auditor. D�1EADELSTER4 Cityof Blaine WHAT OUNTYAUDIT( Name of District: District Address: 435 Martin Street, Ste 3000, Blaine WA 98230 District Contact Person 1: Sheri Sanchez, Administrative Services Director (Name and Title) Contact Person 1 Phone: 360.332.8311 ext 3, a Email: dwilbrecht-Pcityofblaine.com District Contact Person 2: David Wilbrecht, City Manager (Name and Title) Contact Person 2 Phone: 360.332.8311 ext 3336 Email: dwilbrecht@cityofblaine.com Attorney Information Attorney for District: Jon Sitkin Attorney Phone. 360.671.1796 Has this ballot measure? Email: jsitkin@Chmelik.com 0 Yes ❑ No . Type of Election Transportation Benefit District - Sales Tax increase (e.g., Levy, Bond, Levy Lid Lift, etc.) � tate the Pass/Fat equirement(s) for the Measure as Determined by District's Attorney: imple Majority �� A&I' — 3 [ . 7 3. Obs (e.g., Simple Majority, 60%, Minimum Turnout, etc.) List Applicable Statutory References: RCWs 82.14.0455, 36.73, and 36.74. Have you Attached the Resolution with original signatures or a certified copy of the original A Yes Resolution? Attached the Explanatory Statement (not to exceed 100 words) for the Local Voters' 1W Yes Pamphlet prepared b"our attorney? (now required for all elections Attached the "For" and "Against" Committee Appointment Forms? IN Yes Fully completed this cover sheet? © Yes This form is available in a fillable form on the Auditors Website: www.whatcomcoun�.uslauditor/. Click on Elections and then click on Districts & Maps. Note: The County Auditor will not accept a resolution without the completed cover sheet. It is the submitter's responsibility to ensure that requested documentation is presented no later than the resolution deadline date. Revised 9/15115 From: Jacob Lamont To: VotersPamphle Subject: Re: Date: Wednesday, March 01, 2017 4:50:27 PM Attachments: FRM Commimeem in fi }. d I sent this in by the 4:30 deadline, however, it only sent a blank copy. I believe this one worked. Please let me know one way or the other. Thank you, Jacob Lamont On Wed, Marl, 2017 at 4:30 PM, Jacob Lamont <jacob c��r.e cans 's c n > wrote: Jacob I_aniont Jacob Lamont rP/ M&yA Committee Statement Form - Whatcom County Local Voters' Pamphlet tq 1T�pt� s},ING4 This is the statement of the: ❑ Committee FOR m(i Committee AGAINST for the: April 25, 2017 Special Election (e.g., February 26. 2016 Special) District: I City of Blaine Proposition Name: Transportation Benefit District (e.g., Bellingham School District 501) (e.g., General Obligation Bonds - $27,995,000) This form is available as a fillable form on the Auditor's website: www.whatcomcount .uslauditor Type Statement Below: As a Blaine business owner and student of politics and economics, I am not in favor a sales tax increase. I believe, that taxation is theoretically a short-term solution implemented to solve any monetary issue that we, as a society encounter. I say "theoretically" because the taxes do not go away once a project has been sufficiently paid and or completed. One blaring example of this is the income tax. That was supposed to be a short-lived phenomenon that became an institution. In too many cases, we see that institutions do not serve the populace that they are intended to serve. Rather than increasing our sales tax and perpetuating a requirement based economic model, I suggest that we work together as a community with truly voluntary participation in funds creation and allocation. We are a force of intelligent, compassionate and hardworking individuals. I am volunteering my ideas, experience and enthusiasm to this cause. I want to see Blaine thrive and do not believe that increased taxation is the answer to our needs. We have a rare opportunity to champion a different model and potentially create a deeper appreciation for our city, our common goals and for an independent ideal. Committee members' names and the committee name (if applicable) will be published in the Local Voters' Pamphlet in conjunction with the For/Against statements. "Statement Prepared by": Committee Name, if applicable Jacob Lamont Committee Member Name Committee Member Name Committee Member Name The information provided on this form is subject to public disclosure laws under RCW 42.56 and RCW 42.17. Amended 9/15/15 From: Eric Davidson To: VotersPamphle Subject: Re: Committee Statements due for April Special Election Date: Wednesday, March 01, 2017 2:51:14 PM Attachments: TQD form FOR statement.odf FOR Statement for the TBD for Blaine, WA April Special Election From: VotersPamphlet<voterspamphlet@co.whatcom.wa.us> To: "ericjdavidson@yahoo.com" <ericjdavidson@yahoo.com> Sent: Friday, February 24, 2017 9:18 AM Subject: Committee Statements due for April Special Election Dear Committee Chair, You were appointed to write a statement for the April 25 Special Election. The statero-enter due b 4 March Attached is a fillable Committee statement form. To submit your statement follow these steps: 1. Download and save the form. 2. Enter your information into the fillable boxes. Your statement will not be checked for spelling or punctuation. 3. Attach the document to an email and send it to voterspamo.wha-tcom.wa.u-s 4. If you have questions, or need further instructions, let us know. Statement Requirements: Length 200-word maximum; no more than four (4) paragraphs. All words count (including "a" "I" "of" "on", etc). Word count will be determined using the Microsoft Word "Word Count" application. If the statement is over the 200-word limit, the Auditor's Office will attempt to notify the committee Chair with a request to reduce the word count. If there is no reply within 24 hours, the Auditor's Office will simply remove the words that are in excess from the end of the statement until a sentence break is reached that falls within the word count. Format & Style • All statements will be free -form style in block text format, meaning there will be no paragraph indentations and all paragraphs will be fully justified. • Use only italics to emphasize words or phrases. Not allowed: Bolding, underlining, all caps, tables, lists, and bullets. Text must be written in paragraphs. The committee name, if applicable, and committee members' names will be published. This information is not included in the word count. Editing The Auditor's Office will not correct any errors in spelling, grammar, or punctuation found in the committee's statement. Statement Rejections If the Auditor has any question as to whether any statements may not conform to submission requirements or may contain language which is defamatory or otherwise inappropriate, such questions will be referred to the Prosecuting Attorney. Committees will be notified via email and/or telephone if their statement or any portion of it has been rejected for any reason. Committees will have three (3) days after the rejection notice is sent to submit a re -written statement. Committees can file an appeal with the Auditor within two (2) days of receiving the notice of rejection. The Prosecuting Attorney will render a decision of the appeal within two (2) days, and the decision will be final. In the event a Prosecuting Attorney participated in the initial review and rejection, a second Prosecuting Attorney will review the statement on appeal. The committee will be notified of the Prosecuting Attorney's decision. Rebuttal Statements Upon receipt of "For" and "Against" statements, the Local Voters' Pamphlet Coordinator will email copies to the opposing committee's Chair so that each can write a rebuttal, not to exceed 75 words and not to exceed one paragraph. Rebuttals are due 3 days after the statement deadline. If the deadline falls on a weekend, the deadline will be the following Monday. The rebuttal statements must address the opposition argument and not inject any new issue. Rebuttal statements will not be shared with the opposing committee until both rebuttals have been received and reviewed. The failure of a "For" or "Against" committee to submit a statement will disqualify that committee from submitting a rebuttal statement. Once submitted, statements and rebuttals cannot be modified or withdrawn. Public Inspection of Statements ,�orn co Committee Statement Form - Whatcom County Local Voters' Pamphlet �N f d: This is the statement of the: 61 Committee FOR ❑ Committee AGAINST for the: April 25, 2017 Special Election (e.g., February 26, 2016 Special) District: City of Blaine Proposition Name: Transportation Benefit District (e.g., Bellingham School District 501) (e.g., General Obligation Bonds - $27,995,000) This form is available as a fillable form on the Auditor's website: www.whatcomcountY.uslauditor Type Statement Below: A "Yes" vote for the Transportation Benefit District (TBD) will raise much needed funds for our city roads and trails. As we all know, good roads and trails are vital to economic development and quality of life in Blaine. The TBD equates to a 2¢ increase on a $10 purchase, cents you already pay if you shop in Lynden, Ferndale or Bellingham as they all have their own TBD. These 2¢ means resurfaced streets, filled potholes, repaired sidewalks, and new trails for you and your family. A "Yes" vote means 100% of the revenue stays in Blaine (compared to less than 1 % of existing sales tax). This revenue will not go to Olympia, Washington D.C. or even the Blaine general fund; it is all for the maintenance and improvement of Blaine's roads and trails. Additionally, a significant portion of the tax will be paid by people living outside of Blaine. Tourism and restaurant purchases from visitors will provide a large percentage of money. An estimated 35% of sales tax revenue in Blaine comes from P.O. boxes alone! A "Yes" vote means everyone in Blaine will enjoy safer streets, better trails and an improved quality of life! Committee members' names and the committee name (if applicable) will be published in the Local Voters' Pamphlet in conjunction with the For/Against statements. "Statement Prepared by": Committee For Transportation Benefit District Committee Name, if applicable Eric Davidson Committee Member Name Janet Pickard Committee Member Name Colin Hawkins Committee Member Name The information provided on this form is subject to public disclosure laws under RCW 42.56 and RCW 42.17. Amended 9/15/15 Whatcom County Auditor's Office�� �� Whatcom County Courthouse -i 311 Grand Avenue, Suite 103 Bellingham, WA 98225-4038 9SbINGSn� Phone: (360) 778-5100 Fax: (360) 778-5101 Email: elections0co,whatcom,wa.us Internet: www.whatcomcounty.us./auditor To: Assessor's Office/Janice Judge From: Debbie Adelstein, County AuditorAa4l�i Date: February 28, 2017 Re: City of Blaine Proposition No. 2017-1 Sales and Use Tax for Transportation Improvements Debbie Adelstein County Auditor Election Division Attached is a ballot title for your review. Contact information is included should you need to communicate with the district. The Pass/Fail requirement for the ballot title as determined by the district's legal counsel: simple majority. Please return a letter of acknowledgement with any significant comments no later than Monday, March 6tn Thank You. I:\2017 Elections\April 25 Special Election - City of Blaine\Ballot Measure\FRM Assessor Ballot Title Letter.doc Whatcom County Auditor's Office G� jA Whatcom County Courthouse , 311 Grand Avenue, Suite 103 ._ Bellingham, WA 98225-4038 Phone: (360) 778-5100 Fax: (360) 778-5101 Email: elections@co.whatcom.wa,us Internet: www.whatcomcounty.us./auditor To: Prosecuting Attorney's Office/Royce Buckingham From: Debbie Adelstein, County AuditorG,�r n Date: February 28, 2017 Re: City of Blaine Proposition No. 2017-1 Sales and Use Tax for Transportation Improvements Debbie Adelstein County Auditor Election Division Please review the attached explanatory statement for the City of Blaine's proposed ballot measure. The statement should tell what the current law is and explain the effect of the proposed measure if it becomes law. Contact information is included should you need to communicate with the district. We will await a letter of approval or suggested changes at your earliest convenience. Thank You. lA2017 Elections\April 25 Special Election - City of Blaine\Ballot Measure\FRM Prosecuting Atty ballot title letter.doc City of Blaine Proposition No. 2017-1 Sales and Use Tax for Transportation Improvements The Blaine City Council, Blaine, Washington, adopted Resolution No. 1704-17, concerning a sales and use tax to fund transportation improvements. This proposition would authorize a sales and use tax of two -tenths of one percent (0.002) to be collected from all taxable events within the City in accordance with RCW 82.14.0455 for a term of ten years for the purpose of paying for financing costs of transportation improvement projects identified in the Blaine Transportation Improvement Program as allowed by Chapters 36.73 RCW, 36.74 RCW and 82.14 RCW, which include street, sidewalk, and trail improvements and programs. Should this proposition be approved? Yes No Nancy Moore From: Debbie Adelstein Sent: Monday, February 27, 2017 11:33 AM To: Nancy Moore Cc: Diana Bradrick Subject: FW: Blaine TBD Ballot Measure Attachments: Blaine TBD Ballot Measure.docx Here is the revised language. Do you want to insert it into document you've received? From: Sheri Sanchez[mailto:csanchez@ci.blaine.wa.us] Sent: Monday, February 27, 2017 11:01 AM To: Debbie Adelstein Cc: Samuel Crawford Subject: Blaine TBD Ballot Measure Hi Debbie, Attached is the modified ballot measure per our discussion. Please contact me if you need any additional documents/information. Regards, Sheri Sanchez, CMC Administrative Services —_ • Director/City Clerk „ City of Blaine 435 Martin St., Ste. 3000 Blaine, WA 98230 360.332.8311 ext. 3334 Disclaimer- This e-mail may be subject to disclosure to a third -party requester pursuant to RCW 42.56. � This proposition would authorize a sales and use tax of two -tenths of one percent (0.002) to be collected from all taxable events within the City in accordance with RCW 82.14.0455 for a term of ten years for the purpose of paying for financing costs of transportation improvement projects identified in the Blaine Transportation Improvement Program as allowed by Chapters 36.73 RCW, 36.74 RCW and 82.14 RCW, which include street, sidewalk, and trail improvements and programs. m,a'I' 17 ♦ J is hereby requested to call and conduct such special election to be held within the City, for their approval or rejection, a proposition to impose a sales and use tax in the amount of two -tenths of one percent (0.002) of the selling price in the case of a sales tax, or value of the article used, in the case of the use tax. The tax is in addition to any other taxes authorized by law and shall be collected from the persons who are taxable by the state under chapters 82.08 and 82.12 RCW upon the occurrence of any taxable event within the boundaries of the City, for a period of ten years. Upon approval of the voters of the proposition thereinafter set forth, the City may use proceeds of such sales and use tax for the purpose of paying or financing costs of the TIP Projects in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 36.73 RCW. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to certify said proposition to said official in the following form: CITY OF BLAIN4 Ao;;ON "*iX)5m0A SALES AND USE TAX FOR At. Aolq - I TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENTS The Blaine City Council, Blaine, Washington, adopted Resolution No. 1704-17, concerning a sales and use tax to fund transportation improvements. r is proposition would authorize sales and us 1Q� tax of two -tenths of e percent (0.002) to` w collected from all taxable events within the in ac 4re with RCW 82.14.0455 for a term of ten years for ose of paying for financing costs f of transportation pra ement pros identified in the City of Blame Trans Improvement Progra T. as allowed by ChaVen,' �3"6.7,3 RCW, 36.74 RCW and 82.14 RCW, which include butt limited to street, sidewalk, and trail improvements and T�7�1S AA program 9S hould this proposition be approved? I YES? ......................... ❑ NO? ........................... ❑ Section 5. Annual Report. The City Council directs the City Finance Director and the City Clerk to prepare an annual report for the City Council Approval, pursuant to RCW 36.73.160(2). Section 6. Severability. If any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this resolution should be held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of any other section, sentence, clause or phrase of this resolution. Resolution 1704-17 Page 5 of 6 Explanatory Statement The City requires additional revenue to pay for needed transportation improvements. This measure would help fund these improvements by increasing th.e sales and use tax by 0.2%. All of the funds generated by this tax increase would be used for the sole purpose of paying for transportation projects that the City has identified as necessary to improve such things as safety, travel time, capacity and reliability. Projects include improvement and repair of streets, sidewalks and trails. This tax will be paid not just by City residents, but rather by all persons who shop in the City. �, _ 96 Whatcom County 4,0M COG Debbie Adelstein Auditor's Office ; -A County Auditor Whatcom County Courthouse 311 Grand Avenue, Suite 103 , Election Division Bellingham, WA 98225-4038 �� Phone: (360) 778-5102 Fax: (360) 778-5101 Email: elections@co.whatcom.wa.us Internet: www.whatcomcounty.us/auditor RECEIVED Ballot Measure Receipt FEB 2 3 2017 Date Received: DEM UWA Received From: 07) 0_,C�,_'Qa>s~t Name of Presenter and Title Name of City or ()iNict L 1 . 5� o CD S 23C Address Qe cX_tiNX_Q, , c o r•1. Phone Email Type of Election: c �n �' ` J.v,cctie (fra Ballot Measure Cover Sheet) Date of Election: "N zo k`j Deputy Auditor Missing Documents (if any): Y"1 OY\-A- I understand that the submittal deadline date for the missing documents is and the Auditor's Office will not begin processing this ballot measure until all documents have been submitted. Presenter's Signature I:\Policies & Procedures\Elections\02_Pre-Election\04_Filing - Ballot Measures\FRM RECEIPT for ballot measure.doc Rev. 8/11/15 List Applicable Statutory References: RECEIVED a` y� Ballot Measure Cover Sheet Cep This cover sheet must accompany each ballot measure submitted to ti Alata County Auditor. £ �C A�STEIN Cityof Blaine �NHA OUNTYAUDITOr Name of District: District Address: 435 Martin Street, Ste 3000, Blaine WA 98230 District Contact Person 1: Sheri Sanchez, Administrative Services Director �33 rr (Name and Title) Contact Person 1 Phone: 360.332.8311 ext 3�336— Email: dwilbrecht@cityofblaine.com District Contact Person 2: David Wilbrecht, City Manager Contact Person 2 Phone: Attorney for District: (Name and Title) 360.332.8311 ext 3336 Email: dwilbrecht@cityofblaine.com Jon Sitkin Attorney Phone: 360.671.1796 Email: Jsitkin@Chmelik.com Has your attorney prepared this ballot measure? A Yes ❑ o e a Type of Election: Transportation Benefit District - Sales Tax increase No (e.g., Levy, Bond, Levy Lid Litt, etc.) uirement(s) for the Measure as Determined by District's Attorney: Wfl V�• (e.g., Simple Majority, O%, Minimum Turnout, etc.) RCWs 82.14.0455, 36.73, and 36.74. 3 L. 7 3. 6 �s Attached the Resolution with original signatures or a certified copy of the original © Yes Resolution? Attached the Explanatory Statement (not to exceed 100 words) for the Local Voters' A Yes Pamphlet prepared by your attorney? (now required for all elections) Attached the "For" and "Against" Committee Appointment Forms? W Yes Fully completed this cover sheet? A Yes This form is available in a fillable form on the Auditor's Website: www.whatcomcount .us/auditor/. Click on Elections and then click on Districts & Maps - Note: The County Auditor will not accept a resolution without the completed cover sheet. It is the submitter's responsibility to ensure that requested documentation is presented no later than the resolution deadline date. Revised 9115/15 CERTIFICATION I, Sheri Sanchez, City Clerk for the City of Blaine, Washington (the "City"), do hereby certify that the attached document "Resolution 1704-17" adopted by the Blaine City Council on February 13, 2017, is a photocopy of the original. DATED this 15t' day of February, 2017. CITY OF BLAINE, WASHINGTON r By Sheri Sanc ez, i C erk RECEIVED FEB 2 3 2017 RESOLUTION NO.1704-17 {E ADELSTEIN WHATN CALMITY AUDITOR A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF BLAINE, WASHINGTON, PROVIDING FOR A BALLOT PROPOSITION TO BE SUBMITTED TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE CITY ON APRIL 25, 2017, TO IMPOSE A TWO -TENTHS OF ONE PERCENT (0.002) SALES AND USE TAX WITHIN THE CITY (FORMERLY THE BLAINE TRANSPORTATION BENEFIT DISTRICT) FOR A PERIOD OF TEN YEARS TO FUND SPECIFIED TRANSPORATION IMPROVEMENTS, AND PROVIDE DIRECTION TO PREPARE AN ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO RCW 36.73.160. WHEREAS, Chapter 36.73 RCW enables cities and counties to create transportation benefit districts to finance and carry out transportation improvements necessitated by economic development and to improve the performance of transportation systems; and WHEREAS, the City of Blaine (the "City") approved Ordinance No. 17-2896 on January 23, 2017, creating the Blaine Transportation Benefit District ("TBD") of the City of Blaine, Washington, (the "District") pursuant to chapter 36.73 RCW with the same boundaries as the City limits of the City of Blaine, WA; and WHEREAS, the Blaine City Council approved Ordinance No. 17-2899 for the City of Blaine's assumption of the Blaine Transportation Benefit District on February 6, 2017; and WHEREAS, as a result of the City's assumption of the Blaine Transportation Benefit District, all rights, powers, functions and obligations previously exercised and/or performed by the governing body ofthe Blaine Transportation Benefit District were assumed by and transferred to the City of Blaine City Council, including but not limited to all matters pending before the Blaine Transportation Benefit District ("District") Board which thereafter are to be heard and decided by the Blaine City Council, such as this Resolution; and WHEREAS, the City's six -year (2017-2022) Transportation Improvement Program ("TIP"), as last amended on January 23, 2017, identifies projects that constitute transportation improvements that may be funded by the City pursuant to Chapter 36.73 RCW and Chapter 36.74 ("TIP Projects"); and WHEREAS, on January 23, 2017, the City conducted a public hearing in accordance with RCW 36.73.050, after giving proper notice describing the transportation improvements that may be funded by the City pursuant to Chapter 36.73 RCW and Chapter 36.74, including the funding for such improvements authorized by Chapter 36.73 RCW and Chapter 36.74; and WHEREAS, the City does not currently have sufficient funds with which to pay for transportation capital improvements, including but not limited to improvements that are identified as necessary in the City's TIP, and that are necessary to address existing or reasonably foreseeable maintenance and improvement needs due to anticipated population increases including but not limited to items which meet the following criteria: Resolution 1704-17 Page 1 of 6 (a) Reduce risk of transportation facility failure and degradation; (b) Improve safety; (c) Improve freight mobility; (d) Improve multi -modal connectivity; (e) Improve travel time; (f) Increase daily and peak period trip capacity; (g) Improve air quality; (h) Cost-effectiveness of the investment; (i) Optimize performance of the system through time; and, WHEREAS, visitors to the City of Blaine neighboring communities, including Canada, should help fund services they use; and WHEREAS, given the reduction in the current funding level available for transportation projects, there is a need for the additional revenue source provided by a voter approved sales and use tax to improve and maintain the City's infrastructure; and WHEREAS, the City has identified the sales and use tax as an allowable and feasible source of revenue identified in chapter 36.73 RCW to finance the transportation capital improvements identified in the 2017-2022 TIP; and WHEREAS, if approved by the voters, the sales and use tax will apply to persons who receive goods and/or services or other taxable events in the City which requires the use of transportation infrastructure in Blaine, and will not apply just to Blaine residents; and WHEREAS, with voter approval, the City, pursuant to Chapter 36.73 RCW and Chapter 36.74, may impose a sales and use tax upon the occurrence of any taxable event within the boundaries of the City (formerly the District) to fund transportation improvements; and WHEREAS, the Blaine City Council now desires to fund and implement those TIP Projects through the imposition of a two -tenths of one percent (0.002) sales and use tax in accordance with RCW 82.14.0455, consistent with Chapter 36.73 RCW and Chapter 36.74 RCW, upon voter approval thereof; and WHEREAS, it is the intent of the City Council to allocate funds from the voter approved sales and use tax for the purpose of paying or financing costs of the TIP projects in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 36.73 RCW; and WHEREAS, projects related to public transportation are included in the definition of a transportation improvement project pursuant to RCW 36.73.015 (3), and are eligible projects for funding pursuant to Chapter 36.73 RCW and Chapter 36.74; NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BLAINE HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS: Resolution 1704-17 Page 2 of 6 Section 1. Findings; Description of the TIP Projects. The Blaine City Council finds as follows: (a) that the best interests of the inhabitants of the City to impose a sales and use tax of two -tenths of one percent (0.002) pursuant to RCW 36.73.040(3)(a) and RCW 82.14.0455 for the purpose of providing a portion of the funds necessary to finance the TIP Projects as authorized by Chapters 36.73 RCW, 36.74 RCW and 82.14 RCW. (b) that the best interest of the City require the submission to the qualified electors of the City of the proposition whether the City shall impose a sales and use tax within the limitation established in RCW 82.14.0455 for their ratification or rejection at a special election to be held on April 25, 2017. Section 2. Description of the TIP Proiects. The TIP Projects consist of projects described in the City's six -year (2017-2022) Transportation Improvement Program. The TIP Projects that are eligible for funding authorized by Chapters 36.73 RCW, 36.74 RCW and 82.14 RCW consist of the following transportation improvement projects described in the City's TIP: (a) Marine Drive Reconstruction Phase 3 (b) Peace Portal Community Trail Extension - Phase 2 & 3 — Bayview Ave to Bell Rd (c) Semiahmoo Bike and Pedestrian Path Safety Improvements — Multiple Phases (d) Peace Portal/Bell Rd Signal and Intersection Improvements (e) H Street School Safety Improvements (f) Blaine Athletic Trail Installation (within city limits) (g) Boblett/SR 543 Corridor Improvements — Multiple Phases (h) Semiahmoo Spit Pedestrian and Road Safety Improvements- Multiple Phases (i) Sidewalk/Trail Improvements — Sidewalk replacement/maintenance, connection of missing links and ADA improvement upgrades, construction of new trail links (j) Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Programs - Striping, pavement marker/delineators, and traffic control devices, sight improvements, traffic configuration, trail safety (k) Street Preservation Program which extends life cycle of street section - Pavement repair, crack sealing, chip seal, patching, pavement overlay (1) Mitchell Avenue/H Street Signal (m) 1-5 Exit 274 Interchange/Environmental Review & Preliminary Design (n) Hughes Avenue, West of Railroad Tracks to End (o) Semiahmoo Parkway Resurfacing - Drayton Harbor Rd to City Limits (p) D Street/ 16th Intersection Realignment (q) Cain Creek Trail Installation (r) D Street Improvements — SR 543 to 16th Street (s) Peace Portal Sidewalk Replacement — G St to Clark St (t) H Street Reconstruction Phase 2 (u) Lincoln Park Trail Enhancements (v) Grant Ave/14`h Intersection Realignment Resolution 1704-17 Page 3 of 6 (w) East Blaine Parkway Realignment (x) Montfort Park and Heron's Pond Trail Enhancements (y) Dakota Creek Shoreline Access and Trail Installation (z) 71h Street Trail Improvements (aa) E Street Reconstruction The cost of all necessary design, engineering, financial, legal and other consulting services, inspection and testing, administrative and relocation expenses and other costs incurred in connection with the TIP Projects shall be deemed a part of the costs of the TIP Projects. The City Council shall determine the application of money available for the TIP Projects so as to accomplish, as nearly as may be, all of the TIP Projects. In the event that the proceeds of sales and use taxes authorized herein, plus any other money of the City legally available therefore, are insufficient to accomplish all of the TIP Projects, the City Council shall use the available funds for paying the cost of those portions of the TIP Projects deemed by the City Council most necessary and in the best interest of the City. The City Council shall determine the exact locations and specifications of the elements of the TIP Projects as well as the timing, order and manner of implementing or completing the TIP Projects. The City Council may alter, make substitutions to, and amend the TIP Projects descriptions as it determines is in the best interests of the City. If the City Council shall determine that it has become impractical to acquire, construct, or implement all or any portion of the TIP Projects by reason of changed conditions, incompatible development, costs substantially in excess of the amount of sales and use tax proceeds estimated to be available, or acquisition by a superior governmental authority, the City Council shall not be required to acquire, construct, or implement such portions. If all of the TIP Projects have been acquired, constructed, implemented or duly provided for, or found to be impractical, the City Council may apply the sales and use tax proceeds (including earnings thereon) or any portion thereof to other transportation improvements then identified in the City's six -year transportation improvement program. Section 3. Purpose The purpose of this Resolution is to approve the sales tax initiative of two -tenths of one percent or 0.2% (e.g., from 8.5% to 8.7%) to be placed on the ballot for the April 2017 Special Election to be voted upon by the registered voters that reside in the City of Blaine. Any revenues generated will be used solely to fund the shortfall in funding the projects included in the 2017- 2022 Transportation Improvement Program as adopted or hereafter amended, and sidewalk and street repair and maintenance. Section 4. Proposition. For the purpose of providing funds necessary to pay or finance costs of the TIP Projects, the Whatcom County Auditor, as ex officio supervisor of elections in Whatcom County, Washington, Resolution 1704-17 Page 4 of 6 is hereby requested to call and conduct such special election to be held within the City, for their approval or rejection, a proposition to impose a sales and use tax in the amount of two -tenths of one percent (0.002) of the selling price in the case of a sales tax, or value of the article used, in the case of the use tax. The tax is in addition to any other taxes authorized by law and shall be collected from the persons who are taxable by the state under chapters 82.08 and 82.12 RCW upon the occurrence of any taxable event within the boundaries of the City, for a period of ten years. Upon approval of the voters of the proposition thereinafter set forth, the City may use proceeds of such sales and use tax for the purpose of paying or financing costs of the TIP Projects in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 36.73 RCW. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to certify said proposition to said official in the following form: CITY OF BLAINE, WASHINGTON SALES AND USE TAX FOR TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENTS The Blaine City Council, Blaine, Washington, adopted Resolution No. 1704-17, concerning a sales and use tax to fund transportation improvements. Mis proposition would authorize a sales and use tax of two -tenths of one percent (0.002) to be collected from all taxable events within the City in accordance with RCW 82.14.0455 for a term of ten years for the purpose of paying for financing costs of transportation improvement projects identified in the City of Blaine Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) as allowed by Chapters 36.7,3 RCW, 36.74 RCW and 82.14 RCW, which include but are not -limited to street, sidewalk, -and trail improvements and programs. ha uld this proposition be approved? t YES? ......................... ❑ NO? ........................... ❑ Section 5. Annual Report. The City Council directs the City Finance Director and the City Clerk to prepare an annual report for the City Council Approval, pursuant to RCW 36.73.160(2). Section 6. Severability. If any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this resolution should be held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of any other section, sentence, clause or phrase of this resolution. Resolution 1704-17 Page 5 of 6 Section 7. Effective Date. A summary of this ordinance shall be published in the official newspaper of the City. This ordinance shall be effective five (5) days after its passage and publication. Section S. Corrections by ON Clerk. Upon approval of the City Attorney, the City Clerk is authorized to make necessary corrections to this ordinance, including the correction of clerical errors, references to other local, state, or federal laws, codes, rules, or regulations; or section/subsection numbering, and the ballot measure title and language of the ballot measure as necessary to conform to law. ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BLAINE, WASHINGTON, THIS 13th DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2017. CITY COUNCIL FOR CITY OF BLAINE, WASHINGTON arry obinson, Chair ATTEST/AUTHENTICATED: Shea Sanche , ecr Resolution 1704-17 Page 6 of 6 Explanatory Statement The City requires additional revenue to pay for needed transportation improvements. This measure would help fund these improvements by increasing the sales and use tax by 0.2%. All of the funds generated by this tax increase would be used for the sole purpose of paying for transportation projects that the City has identified as necessary to improve such things as safety, travel time, capacity and reliability. Projects include improvement and repair of streets, sidewalks and trails. This tax will be paid not just by City residents, but rather by all persons who shop in the City. Committee Appointment Form Whatcom County Local Voters' Pamphlet This is the appointment of the: X Committee FOR for the: April, 25, 2017 Special District: City of Blaine (e.g., Bellingham School District501) Committee AGAINST Election Proposition Name: Transportation Benefit District (e.g., General Obligation Bonds - $27,995,000) NOTE. The Chair of the committee will serve as the contact person for Auditor's staff. The Chair will also be the recipient of the opposing committee's statement so the rebuttal can be prepared. The phone numbers and e-mail addresses listed below will not be published. However, the information provided on this form is subject to public disclosure laws under RCW 42.56 and 42.17. A copy of this form will be released to anyone requesting it. This form is available in a fillable form on the Auditor's website: www.whatcomcounty.us/auditor Committee Members Eric Davidson 1. Chair: ericjdavidsonC,Dyahoo.com (360)332-3179 Contact Phone. E-mail: Colin Hawkins 2. Member Name: colinghawkins@gmail.com (360)927-3096 Contact Phone. E-mail: Janet Pickard 3. Member Name: Contact Phone: jsuepickard@gmail.com E-mail: (360)332-3504 I hereby certify the above named individuals have been appointed and have consented to serve as indicated. Authorized Signature (Individual with authority to sign for the District) Dme err 4❑M co y; Committee Appointment Form r= - Whatcom County Local Voters' Pamphlet � NING{O This is the appointment of the: — — Committee FOR X Committee AGAINST April 25, 2017 Special for the' Election District: City of Blaine Proposition Name: Transportation Benefit District (e.g-, Bellingham School District 501) (e.g., General Obligation Bonds - $27,995,000) NOTE. The Chair of the committee will serve as the contact person for Auditor's staff. The Chair will also be the recipient of the opposing committee's statement so the rebuttal can be prepared. The phone numbers and e-mail addresses listed below will not be published. However, the information provided on this form is subject to public disclosure laws under RCW 42.56 and 42.17. A copy of this form will be released to anyone requesting it. This form is available in a fillable form on the Auditor's website: www.whatcomcounty.us/auditor Committee Members Jacob Lamont 1. Chair: Contact Phone: jacob@egcannabis.com 2. Member Name: Contact Phone: 3. Member Name: Contact Phone: -mail: (360)332-8922 u E-mail: I hereby certify the above named individuals have been appointed and have consented to serve as indicated. I Authorized Signature (Individual with authority to sign for the District) ,J��2- j `4�1 � ate Debbie Adelstein From: Debbie Adelstein Sent: Thursday, February 09, 2017 11:56 AM To: Sanchez, Sheri Subject: Cost Estimate for April Election Sheri: I did a very rough estimate but I think you should consider $25,000 for an election that Blaine would be the only item going. It obviously is way different is there is another jurisdiction going at the same time to help share the costs. Waiting until the primary could be one option, but there's a chance not too many items could be on the primary if candidate filing doesn't bring forward many contested races. What about considering putting it on the general? Debbie Adelstein • Whatcom County Auditor (360) 778-5105 www.whatcomcounty.uslauditor Do you really need to print this email? Think green. NOTICE: This email and related attachments and any response may be subject to public disclosure under state law. WHATCOM COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE j ELECTION WORKSHEET �J April 26, 2"ras Special Election } SALARIES, WAGES (incl benefits) Regular Wages 4,000.00 Auditor Admin 2,200.00 Extra Help - Non -Reg Emp 0.00 Extra Help -Opening Boards 0.00 Extra Help -Closers 80.00 Extra Help -Collectors 0.00 Out of Class 0.00 Overtime TOTAL SALARIES, WAGES (incl benefits) 6,280.00 SUPPLIES General Operating Supplies 0.00 incl Misc. Printing Envelopes 500.00 Ballot Page Printing & Stock TOTAL SUPPLIES 500.00 OTHER SERVICES Mailing Services for Ballots 8,812.30 Postage & Freight Postal Permits 22.25 Legal Notices 100.00 Equipment Repairs and Maintenance 105.00 Software Maintenance 3,454.50 Building Charges 1,473.65 Travel & Education 281.50 Local Voter Pamphlet, Printing & Mailing 0.00 Misc Other - Security &Other Software - In Design 54.34 Fuel 33.30 TOTAL OTHER SERVICES 14,336.84 TOTAL SUPPLIES & SERVICES 14,836.84 TOTAL ELECTION EXPENSES 21,116.84 Less: Minimum Fees $50/jurisdiction (1x$50) 50.00 Total to be Allocated 21,066.84 PLUS 15% OVERHEAD 3,167.53 TOTAL 24,234.37 Plus Minimum Fees $50/jurisdiction (1x$50) 50.00 GRAND TOTAL 24,284.37 April Special 2016.xls 11:46 AM,2/9/2017 XIM Integrated Print"olutions Election Cost Detail Report This is not a bill. For information only Date Printed 02/09/17 Initial Invoice Detail Report. Subsequent Invoice to follow upon completion of Election. Whatcom County Elections ESTIMATE Total ballots 3,448 Number of columns 2 Sides Printed 1 or 2 1 Provisional Ballots 0 Un-Marked Test Ballots 20 Dups 0 Counter Ballots 100 VBM Ballots 3,328 Military Ballots 0 Number of Ballot Types/Styles 1 Number of Test Ballot Types 0 Number of ballots mailed 3,328 QTY COST Additional Extracts Setup 0 $0.00 Additional Ballots Produced & Mailed 0 $0.00 Common/Fixed costs Account Management $5,108.96 Security/Logistics 3 $360.00 Process print files/plates 1 $35.00 Press Set-ups 1 $60.00 Outgoing Mailing Services Presort/Insert/Prep for USPS/Deliver DB Setup/Processing/Imprinting 3,328 $732.16 Per Ballot 3,328 $316.16 Per Ballot Type 1 $15.00 Ballots VBM Print, number, fold 3,328 $1,091.58 Counter Printing, numbering, binding, packaging 100 $32.80 Others Pre -Marked L&A Test Ballots 0 $0.00 Un-Marked test Ballot 20 $6.56 Dup Ballots 0 $0.00 Provisional 0 $0.00 Military 0 $0.00 Miscellanous Inkjet Bitmap on Outer Env 0 $0.00 Blank Ballot Base - 2 column, 1 sided 0 $100.00 Full Service ACS Processing and Reporting Reporting Fee (Flat Charge) 1 $100.00 Outbound Processing ($1.50 per thousand) 3,328 $4.99 Sub Total $7,963.21 Freight Charges $99.00 First Class Postage $0.00 Outgoing Services & Mail Ballot Production @ Everett Tax Rate @ .092 Tax $737.18 Ballot Production @ Bellingham Tax Rate @ .087 Tax $12.91 Total $8,812.30 K&H INTEGRATED 2/9/2017 PRINT SOLUTIONS WHAT_ESTIMATE_ _cr020817 (2).xlsx Proprietary / Confidential i7m O IZ �(/ I.L O m M L) �L N r-W i m I` CO Ll) O f` M r"t r O q, M I` M M r Cc) co M M M (c) O O Cc) lf) N m M N N N N Il- N N Cc) I- M � I` Cc) r M M Cc) m U') Oqt"T r N N 1� CO ti Ln N m O N_ M M I-_ I-N r M Ln � 00 r � N M CM N CO CM Ili r M N N � V-:, V- C O ev cd o IO 00 r N co LU m � N 00 co 00 CO r M w O r LO O Nt m I` co Il- LO Ln r M Ln O O it M r M Cc) M N N N r N Cc) I` N CO I� Cc) U') m Ln Cc) It 0i N 7 0 Ln m -i Ln r, LC) Ln m Ln w m V-: co cei 0 w N m O O CSJ > O LO 000 r U •L V +L+ N Q >+ C 7 O O U E O O] _ ' m %«-• O U woo N m 4-� O U 'tibLO OOOO N L W O U N -O C LL L.- O U O L J � O U U Y O Z 4- O U M E (n O U r r U 0 O O U U O U N O - coA t '� M N LLr) U O O L LL CM L }' p O CA O •L m O , U O L O O i � +� U p O L (6 a •L U I) O = co 0 (0 > (6 Y Z O LO U � O U U�U N Y yO� IV1 r U cn O U O a LL U N O pU U O �- LL LO U U +O. U O �- LL II- U N +O U O m� LL M U 0 E O U O LL r r U O U O 0- LL U U O U O m LL U U r +O� U O a LL RCW 29A.36.071: Local measures_., —Ballot title—FormulationAdvertis nff. Page 1 of 1 RCW 29A.36.071 &mayor-`�'`- _ Local measures —Ballot title —Formulation —Advertising. (1) Except as provided to the contrary in RCW 82.14.036, 82.46.021, or 82.80.090, the ballot title of any referendum filed on an enactment or portion of an enactment of a local government and any other question submitted to the voters of a local government consists of three elements: (a) An identification of the enacting legislative body and a statement of the subject matter; (b) a concise description of the measure; and (c) a question. The ballot title must conform with the requirements and be displayed substantially as provided under RCW 29A.72.050, except that the concise description must not exceed seventy-five words; however, ,a concise description submitted on behalf of a proposed or existing regional transportation investment district may exceed seventy-five words. If the local governmental unit is a city or a town, or if the ballot title is for a referendum under RCW 35.13A.115, the concise statement shall be prepared by the city or town attorney. If the local governmental unit is a county, the concise statement shall be prepared by the prosecuting attorney of the county. If the unit is a unit of local government other than a city, town, or county, the concise statement shall be prepared by the prosecuting attorney of the county within which the majority area of the unit is located. (2) A referendum measure on the enactment of a unit of local government shall be advertised in the manner provided for nominees for elective office. (3) Subsection (1) of this section does not apply if another provision of law specifies the ballot title for a specific type of ballot question or proposition. [ 2015 c 172 § 3; 2006 c 311 § 9; 2004 c 271 § 169.] NOTES: Findings-2006 c 311: See note following RCW 36.120.020. http://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=29A.36.071 2/15/2017 2/10/2017 RCW 36.73.065: Taxes, fees, charges, tolls, rebate program. 46 RCW 36.73.065 Taxes, fees, charges, tolls, rebate program. (1) Except as provided in subsection (4) of this section, taxes, fees, charges, and tolls may not be imposed by a district without approval of a majority of the voters in the district voting on a proposition at a general or special election. The proposition must include a specific description of: (a) The transportation improvement or improvements proposed by the district; (b) any rebate program proposed to be established under RCW 36.73.067; and (c) the proposed taxes, fees, charges, and the range of tolls imposed by the district to raise revenue to fund the improvement or improvements or rebate program, as applicable. (2) Voter approval under this section must be accorded substantial weight regarding the validity of a transportation improvement as defined in RCW 36.73.015. (3) A district may not increase any taxes, fees, charges, or range of tolls imposed or change a rebate program under this chapter once the taxes, fees, charges, tolls, or rebate program takes effect, except: (a) If authorized by the district voters pursuant to RCW 36.73.160; (b) With respect to a change in a rebate program, a material change policy adopted pursuant to RCW 36.73.160 is followed and the change does not reduce the percentage level or rebate amount; (c) For up to forty dollars of the vehicle fee authorized in RCW 82.80.140 by the governing board of the district if a vehicle fee of twenty dollars has been imposed for at least twenty-four months; or (d) For up to fifty dollars of the vehicle fee authorized in RCW 82.80.140 by the governing board of the district if a vehicle fee of forty dollars has been imposed for at least twenty-four months and a district has met the requirements of subsection (6) of this section. (4)(a) A district that includes all the territory within the boundaries of the jurisdiction, or jurisdictions, establishing the district may impose by a majority vote of the governing board of the district the following fees and charges: (i) Up to twenty dollars of the vehicle fee authorized in RCW 82.80.140; (ii) Up to forty dollars of the vehicle fee authorized in RCW 82.80.140 if a vehicle fee of twenty dollars has been imposed for at least twenty-four months; (iii) Up to fifty dollars of the vehicle fee authorized in RCW 82.80.140 if a vehicle fee of forty dollars has been imposed for at least twenty-four months and a district has met the requirements of subsection (6) of this section; or (iv) A fee or charge in accordance with RCW 36.73.120. (b) The vehicle fee authorized in (a) of this subsection may only be imposed for a passenger -only ferry transportation improvement if the vehicle fee is first approved by a majority of the voters within the jurisdiction of the district. (c)(i) A district solely comprised of a city or cities may not impose the fees or charges identified in (a) of this subsection within one hundred eighty days after July 22, 2007, unless the county in which the city or cities reside, by resolution, declares that it will not impose the fees or charges identified in (a) of this subsection within the one hundred eighty -day period; or (ii) A district solely comprised of a city or cities identified in RCW 6.73.020(6)(b) may not impose the fees or charges until after May 22, 2008, unless the county in which the city or cities reside, by resolution, declares that it will not impose the fees or charges identified in (a) of this subsection through May 22, 2008. (5) If the interlocal agreement in RCW 82.80.140(2)(a) cannot be reached, a district that includes only the unincorporated territory of a county may impose by a majority vote of the governing body of the district up to: (a) Twenty dollars of the vehicle fee authorized in RCW 82.80.140, (b) forty dollars of the vehicle fee authorized in RCW 82.80.140 if a fee of twenty dollars has been imposed for at least twenty-four months, or (c) fifty dollars of the vehicle fee authorized in RCW 82.80.140 if a vehicle fee of forty dollars has been imposed for at least twenty-four months and a district has met the requirements of subsection (6) of this section. (6) If a district intends to impose a vehicle fee of more than forty dollars by a majority vote of the governing body of the district, the governing body must publish notice of this intention, in one or more newspapers of general circulation within the district, by April 1 st of the year in which the vehicle fee is to be http://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=36.73.065 1/2 2/10/2017 RCW 36.73.065: Taxes, fees, charges, tolls, rebate program. imposed. If within ninety days of the date of publication a petition is filed with the county auditor containing the signatures of eight percent of the number of voters registered and voting in the district for the office of the governor at the last preceding gubernatorial election, the county auditor must canvass the signatures in the same manner as prescribed in RCW 29A.72.230 and certify their sufficiency to the governing body within two weeks. The proposition to impose the vehicle fee must then be submitted to the voters of the district at a special election, called for this purpose, no later than the date on which a primary election would be held under RCW 29A.04.311. The vehicle fee may then be imposed only if approved by a majority of the voters of the district voting on the proposition. [ 2015 3rd sp.s. c 44 § 309; 2012 c 152 § 3; 2007 c 329 § 1; 2005 c 336 § 17.] NOTES: Effective date-2015 3rd sp.s. c 44: See note following RCW 46.68.395. Effective date-2005 c 336: See note following RCW 36.73.015. http://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=36.73.065 2/2