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BALLOT MEASURE
Whatcom County Fire Protection District 16
Proposition No. 2015-1
Emergency Medical Services Regular Property Tax Levy
Shall Whatcom County Fire District #16 be authorized to levy a regular property tax for the sum of 15 cents per
$1,000.00 dollars assessed valuation each year for six consecutive years beginning in 2015, to begin collection in
2016, for the provisions of all Emergency Medical Services as provided in Whatcom County Fire District #16
Resolution 01-15?
Yes No
EXPLANATORY STATEMENT
The Board of Fire Commissioners of Whatcom County Fire Protection District No. 16 (Acme -Van Zandt-Wickersham)
has passed a resolution requesting a levy of a regular property tax in the sum of $0.15 per $1,000.00 of assessed
valuation each year for six consecutive years, beginning in 2015, to begin collection in 2016.
The District provides emergency medical services (EMS), including personnel costs, training, equipment, supplies,
vehicles, and structures needed for provision of such services. This levy would provide EMS funds necessary for
maintenance, operations, and equipment.
Statement For prepared by:
Statements For, Statements Against, and Rebuttals are the opinions of the authors and have not been
checked for accuracy.
Nancy Moore
From: Candy Roberts <wcfd16@yahoo.com>
Sent: Thursday, April 23, 2015 1:05 PM
To: VotersPamphlet
Attachments: 2015 Fire Levy Proposed statement.docx; 2015 Levy Proposed statement.docx; Fire
Resolution 2015 levy.docx; 2015 Levy Proposed statement.docx; Fire Levy Proposition
2015.docx; EMS Levy Proposition 2015.docx
Nancy, hope the info came thru okay. Let me know and I'll try again. Also, the Chief has to appoint
the committees.
Thanks, Candy
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Filing Proposed Ballot Measures for Inclusion in
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(AUDITOR'S OFFICE — Elections)
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representatives of the cities and districts submitting proposed ballot measures.
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statement prepared by legal counsel to Auditor's Office. Must be submitted at least 46 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.
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a. 2. If received by mail'ar-courier (e.g., Fourth Corner Network), date stamps Ballot Measure
/— Cover Sheet he first page of the resolution. Gives to Office Coordinator to complete
steps 3-7.
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the resolution.
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ives all materials to Office Coordinator.
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-13. Gives file to Auditor or designee -
Actions by Auditor or designee:
flL�1�14. If the word count of the explanatory statement is exceeded, contacts submitter to remedy.
Iti 1.5. 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.
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folder in red.
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district).* Number formula = <<yyyy - #>>.
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19. Using green ink edits suggested corrections; initials changes; makes same markings on
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(j�2 Prepares transmittal letter to the Prosecuting Attorney to review the ballot title (as defined in
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processing.. (See FIRM #AU470090B — Prosecuting Atty Memo)
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necessary.
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allowing 7 days for processing to obtain their review. (See FRM #AU470090C — Assessor
Ballot Title Letter - sends to Janice Judge)
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Sample Memo from Assessor)
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Assessor and places in the folder.
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submitter and responsible official of the district outlining the ballot title and heading to be
used.
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Person 2 from the Ballot Measure Cover Sheet. Sends copies of letter to other interested
parties who have requested to be included by regular mail, fax or email upon request.
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Ballot Measure Cover Sheet
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This cover sheet must accompany each ballot measure submitted to the Whatcom County Auditor.
Name of District: Whatcom County Fire District #16 RFroF1k
District Address: BOX 37
APR 932pt5
District Contact Person 1: Candy Roberts, Secretary
(Name and Title) illif'IATCOM COUNTY AUDITOR
Contact Person 1 Phone: 360-595-2161 Email: wcfdl6@yahoo.com
District Contact Person 2: Elvin Kalsbeek, Chief
Contact Person 2 Phone: 360-739-0355
(Name and Title)
Email: wcfdl6@yahoo.com
Attorney for District: Chmelik Sitkin & Davis P. S.
Attorney Phone: 360-671-1796
Type of Election: Levy
Email: chmelik.com
(e.g., Levy, Bond, Levy Lid Lift, etc.)
State the Pass/Fail Requirement for the Measure as Determined by District's Legal Counsel:
Simple Majority
(e.g., Simple Majo(ty, 60%, Minimum Turnout, etc.)
List Applicable Statutory References: S4, b VL9
Attached the Resolution with Original Signatures - or - the Resolution as a Certified Copy of ❑ Yes
the Original?
Fully Completed this Cover Sheet? ❑ Yes
Attached the Explanatory Statement for the Local Voters' Pamphlet Prepared by your ❑ Yes
Attorney with the Resolution? (Applicable only for Primary or General Election)
This form is available in a fillable form on the Auditor's Website: www.whatcomcount .u&/ uditorl dflmeasurecover. df
Note: The County Auditor will not accept a resolution without the completed cover sheet. If it is for a
primary or general election, the explanatory statement must also be attached. It is the submitter's
responsibility to ensure that requested documentation is presented no later than the resolution
deadline date.
WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT NO. 16
RESOLUTION #02-15
APRIL 20, 2015
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NO. 16, PROVIDING FOR
THE SUBMISSION TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE DISTRICT AT AN ELECTION TO BE HELD WITHIN THE DISTRICT ON AUGUST 4,
2015 OF A PROPOSITION AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A REGULAR PROPERTY TAX, IN THE SUM Of%C)U CENTS PER $1,000.00
ASSESSED VALUATION EACH YEAR BEGINNING IN 2015 TO BEGIN COLLECTION IN 2016 FOR THE PROVISION OF ALL FIRE SERVICES AS
PROVIDED IN WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT NO. 16 RESOLUTION 02-15 AND THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON RCW
84.52.069.
WHEREAS, it is the judgement of the Board of Commissioners of the district that it is essential and necessary for the protection of
lives of the residents of the District that the fire services enumerated in this resolution are provided by the District. Such services all
necessitate the expenditure of revenues for maintenance, operations and equipment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of Whatcom County Fire Protection District No. 16, Whatcom
County Washington, as follows:
Section 1. That the District shall provide fire services, including related personnel cost, training for such personnel, and related
equipment, supplies, vehicles and structures needed for the provision of fire services.
Section 2. In order to produce revenue adequate to continue to pay the cost of the providing of life protection services as described
in SECTION 1 of this resolution and to maintain reserve funds sufficient to assure the continuation of such services, the district shall
levy in 2015 and collection in 2016, a general tax on taxable property within the District, maintenance and operation costs in the
amount of /GQcents per $1,000 dollars of assessed valuation.
Section 3. There shall be submitted to the qualified electors of the District for their ratification or rejection, at an election to be held
on August 4, 2015, the question of whether or not such levy for maintenance and operations shall be made_
ADOPTED at the regular meeting of the Board of Commissioners of Whatcom County Fire Protection District No. 16 on this 20th day
of Aprit, 2015.
By Chair an Henry Maleng
For W.C.F.P.D. #16
By Commissioner Br' K-nutzen
vv W.C.F.P.D #16
For omisser Ryan Lenssen
For W.C.F.P.D. #16
..ATTEST.
By Candy R erts, Secretary to the Board
REC IVED
APR 2 S 2015
DEBWE. ADELSTEIN
WHATCOM LINTY AUDMI
PROPOSITION
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WHATCOM COUNTY FIR1STRICT #16
PROPOSITION # 0 r-2
FIRE SERVICES REGULAR PROPERTY TAX LEVY
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Shall Whatcom County Fire District #16 be authorized ta,i.vy a regular property
tax for the sum of/,I() _cents per $1,000.00 dollars assessed valuation each
year beginning in 2015, to begin collection in 2016, for the provisions of all Fire
Services as provided in Whatcom County Fire District #16 Resolution 02-15
YES
NO
Proposed
EXPLANATORY STATEMENT
RE: Proposition 2, 2015
The Board of Fire Commissioners of Whatcom County Fire
Protection District No. 16 (Acme -Van Zandt-Wickersham) has passed a
resolution requesting an increased levy of a regular property tax in the
sum of ($p.(L) per $1,000.00 of assessed valuation each year,
beginning in 2015, to begin collection in 2016.
The District provides fire services including personnel
costs, training, equipment, supplies, vehicles, and structures
needed for provision of such services. This levy would
provide Fire funds necessary for maintenance, operations, and
equipment
Nancy Moore
From: VotersPamphlet
Sent: Friday, April 24, 2015 1:59 PM
To: 'wcfdl6@yahoo.com'
Subject: RCW for Pass/Fail Requirement
Hi Candy,
Thank you for sending the resolutions, etc.
I called you this morning because on both measures submitted, the "applicable statutory references" line was not filled
in on the Ballot Measure Cover Sheet. We need to know what RCW was used for the "Pass/Fail Requirement for the
Measure as Determined by District's Legal Counsel". Please let us know as soon as possible. If you have any questions,
I'll be here until 4:30 p.m. today. Thank you, Candy.
Nancy
J ancy M. Moore
Office COO,d-r-nator
?vliatcom County AutorS Office
g11 Grancf.Ave., Suite log
, ]Il an2, IV-4 98225
�g6o% 676--6740, ext. #�oun"eyj5oo71
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Whatcom County
Auditor's Office
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Whatcom County Courthouse
311 Grand Avenue, Suite 103
Bellingham, WA 98225-4038
Phone: (360) 676-6742
Fax: (360) 738-4556
Email: elections()co.whatcom.wa.us
Internet: www.whatcomcounty.us./auditor
To: Prosecuting Attorney's Office/Royce Buckingham
From: Diana Bradrick, Chief Deputy Auditor
Date: April 24, 2015
Re: Whatcom County Fire Protection District 16
Proposition No. 2015-2
Fire Services Regular Property Tax Levy
Debbie Adelstein
County Auditor
Election Division
Please review the attached ballot title and headings for compliance with
RCW 29A.36.071. In addition, please review the explanatory statement. 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:\Nancy\2015\LOCAL VOTERS PAMPHLET\Primary Election 8-4-15\FRM Prosecuting Atty ballot title letter.doc
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Auditor's Office
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Whatcom County Courthouse-
311 Grand Avenue, Suite 103
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Bellingham, WA 98225-4038
Phone: (360) 676-6742
Fax: (360) 738-4556
Email: elections(a co.whatcom.wa.us
Internet: www.whatcomcounty.us./auditor
To: Assessor's Office/Janice Judge
From: Diana Bradrick, Chief Deputy Audit /
Date: April 24, 2015
Re: Whatcom County Fire Protection District 16
Proposition No. 2015-2
Fire Services Regular Property Tax Levy
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 by Wednesday,
April 29, 2015.
Thank You.
hNancy\2015\LOCAL VOTERS PAMPHLET\Primary Election 8-4-15\FRM Assessor Ballot Title Letter.doc
Whatcom County a:�M coL
Auditor's Office
Whatcom County Courthouse
311 Grand Avenue, Suite 103
Bellingham, WA 98225-4038
Phone: (360) 676-6742
Fax: (360) 738-4556
Email: elections@co.whatcom.wa.us
Internet: www.whatcomcounty.us./auditor
Ballot Measure Receipt
Date Received: Received in the mail on April 23, 2015
Received From: Candy Roberts, WCFD 16 Secretary
Name of Presenter and Title
Debbie Adelstein
County Auditor
Election Division
Whatcom County Fire Protection District 16
Name of Organization
PO Box 37, Acme WA 98220
Address
595-2161 wcfdl6@yahoo.com
Phone Email
Ballot Measure Name: Fire Services Regular Property Tax Levy
(not resolution number)
The Auditor's Office, Election Division, acknowledges receipt of the above ballot
measure for inclusion
puty
lection.
Primary or General Elections ONLY- Local Voters' Pamphlet:
If the ballot measure will be on th Primary n ballot, Presenter
acknowledges receipt of the memo packet regarding ballot measure explanatory
statements, appointment of For and Against committees and forms, and
committee statement deadlines and requirements for inclusion in the Local
Voters' Pamphlet.
C[ r�
Presenter's Signature Date
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WHATCOM COUNTY PROSECUTING ATTORNEY
DAVID S. McEACHRAN
CHIEF CRIMINAL DEPUTY
Mac D. Setter
ASST. CHIEF CRIMINAL DEPUTY
Warren J. Page
CRIMINAL DEPUTIES
Craig D. Chambers
Elizabeth L. Gallery
David A. Graham
Eric J. Richey
James T. Hulbert
Ann L. Stodola
Jeffrey D. Sawyer
Anna Gigliotti
Shannon Connor
Christopher D. Quinn
David E. Freeman
Kari Hathorn
Kyle Moore
Dona Bracke
Kristen Reid
Date: April 27, 2015
To: Debbie Adelstein
Whatcom County Courthouse
CHIEF CIVIL DEPUTY
311 Grand Avenue, Second Floor
Randall J. Watts
Bellingham, Washington 98225-4079
(360) 676-6784 / FAX (360) 738-2532
ASST CHIEF CIVIL DEPUTY
COUNTY (360) 398-1310
Daniel L. Gibson
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CIVIL DEPUTIES
Karen L. Frakes
REIVEU
Royce Buckingham
APR 2 8 2015
CIVIL SUPPORT
ENFORCEMENT DEPUTIES
Angela A. Cuevas
Dionne M. Clasen
DEBBIE ADELSTEIN
COUNTY AUDITOR
APPELLATE DEPUTIES
WHATCOM
Kimberly Thulin
Hilary A. Thomas
ADMINISTRATOR
Kathy Walker
RE: Whatcom County Fire Protection District 16 — Fire & Medical Services Levies
Dear Debbie,
The ballot title language for these levies complies with RCW 29A.36.071. I approve of the recommended
language contained in the District's submission. The explanatory statements are also approved, with the
penciled corrections. Note that I have added a period to the explanatory statement.
Sincerely,
Royce uckingham
Attorney for the Whatcom County Auditor
Whatcom County
Auditor's Office
Whatcom County Courthouse
311 Grand Avenue, Suite 103
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Bellingham, WA 98225-4038
Phone: (360) 676-6742
Fax: (360) 738-4556
Email: elections_ _co whatcom.wa.us
Internet: www.whatcomcounty.us./auditor
To: Prosecuting Attorney's Office/Royce Buckingham
From: Diana Bradrick, Chief Deputy Auditor
Date: April 24, 2015
Re: Whatcom County Fire Protection District 16
Proposition No. 2015-2
Fire Services Regular Property Tax Levy
Debbie Adelstein
County Auditor
Election Division
Please review the attached ballot title and headings for compliance with
RCW 29A.36.071. In addition, please review the explanatory statement. 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.
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Ballot Measure Cover Sheet
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This cover sheet must accompany each ballot measure submitted to the Whatcom County Auditor.
Name of District: Whatcom County Fire District #16
District Address: BOX 37APR -2 3 2015
- By e'VICai I
District Contact Person 1: Candy Roberts, Secretary
Contact Person 1 Phone: 360-595-2161 Email
(Name and Title) Uti3SlE ADELS> HIN
WHATCOM COUNTY AUDITOR
wcfdl6@yahoo.com
District Contact Person 2: Elvin Kalsbeek, Chief
(Name and Title)
Contact Person 2 Phone: 360-739-0355 Email: wcfd16@yahoo.com
Attorney for District: Chmelik Sitkin & Davis P. S.
Attorney Phone: 360-671-1796
Election Information
Type of Election: Levy
Email: chmelik.com
(e.g., Levy, Bond, Levy Lid Lift, etc.)
State the Pass/Fail Requirement for the Measure as Determined by District's Legal Counsel:
Simple Majority
(e.g., Simple Majority, 60%, Minimum Turnout, etc.)
List Applicable Statutory References:
Attached the Resolution with Original Signatures - or - the Resolution as a Certified Copy of ❑ Yes
the Original?
Fully Completed this Cover Sheet? ❑ Yes
Attached the Explanatory Statement for the Local Voters' Pamphlet Prepared by your ❑ Yes
Attorney with the Resolution? (Applicable only for Primary or General Election)
This form is available in a fillable form on the Auditor's Website: www.whatcomcounty.us/auditor/pdf/measurecoyer.pdf
Note: The County Auditor will not accept a resolution without the completed cover sheet. If it is for a
primary or general election, the explanatory statement must also be attached. It is the submitter's
responsibility to ensure that requested documentation is presented no later than the resolution
deadline date.
WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT NO. 16
RESOLUTION #02-15
APRIL 20, 2015
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NO. 16, PROVIDING FOR
THE SUBMISSION TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE DISTRICT AT AN ELECTION TO BE HELD WITHIN THE DISTRICT ON AUGUST 4,
2015 OF A PROPOSITION AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A REGULAR PROPERTY TAX, IN THE SUM OF/
�O CENTS PER $1,000.00
ASSESSED VALUATION EACH YEAR BEGINNING IN 2015 TO BEGIN COLLECTION IN 2016 FOR THE PROVISION OF ALL FIRE SERVICES AS
PROVIDED IN WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT NO. 16 RESOLUTION 02-15 AND THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON RCW
84.52.069.
WHEREAS, it is the judgement of the Board of Commissioners of the district that it is essential and necessary for the protection of
lives of the residents of the District that the fire services enumerated in this resolution are provided by the District. Such services all
necessitate the expenditure of revenues for maintenance, operations and equipment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of Whatcom County Fire Protection District No. 16, Whatcom
County Washington, as follows:
Section 1. That the District shall provide fire services, including related personnel cost, training for such personnel, and related
equipment, supplies, vehicles and structures needed for the provision of fire services.
Section 2. In order to produce revenue adequate to continue to pay the cost of the providing of life protection services as described
in SECTION 1 of this resolution and to maintain reserve funds sufficient to assure the continuation of such services, the district shall
levy in 2015 and collection in 2016, a general tax on taxable property within the District, maintenance and operation costs in the
amount of/,OLcents per $1,000 dollars of assessed valuation.
Section 3. There shall be submitted to the qualified electors of the District for their ratification or rejection, at an election to be held
on August 4, 2015, the question of whether or not such levy for maintenance and operations shall be made.
ADOPTED at the regular meeting of the Board of Commissioners of Whatcom County Fire Protection District No. 16 on this 20th day
of Ap "I, 2015.
4---
By Chair/an Henry Maleng
For W.C.F.P.D. #16
By Commissconer Br" Knutzen
For W.C.F.P.D #16
By 4mmissioner Ryan Lenssen
For W.C.F.P.D. #16
ATTEST,
By Candy R erts, Secretary to the Board
REC-� E ED
APR a s 2015
DEBWE ADELSTE1N
VMM0M !-'ftNTY AUK
PROPOSITION f T ��
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WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE'DISTRICT #16 d
PROPOSITION # g0E2
FIRE SERVICES REGULAR PROPERTY TAX LEVY
Shall Whatcom County Fire District#16 be authorized to, LLvy a regular property
tax for the sum of/Qd—cents per $1,000.00 dollars assessed valuation each
year beginning in 2015, to begin collection in 2016, for the provisions of all Fire
Services as provided in Whatcom County Fire District #16 Resolution 02-15 ?
YES
NO
1
Proposed
EXPLANATORY STATEMENT
RE: Proposition 2, 2015
The Board of Fire Commissioners of Whatcom County Fire
Protection District No.16 (Acme -Van Zandt-Wickersham) has passed a
resolution requesting an increased levy of a regular property tax in the
sum of ($000 ) per $1,000.00 of assessed valuation each year,
beginning in 2015, to begin collection in 2016.
The District provides fire services including personnel
costs, training, equipment, supplies, vehicles, and structures
needed for provision of such services. This levy would
provide Fire funds necessary for maintenance, operations, and
equipment
Nancy Moore
From: Candy Roberts <wcfdl6@yahoo.com>
Sent: Friday, April 24, 2015 6:09 PM
To: VotersPamphlet
Subject: Re: RCW for Pass/Fail Requirement
Nancy the same RCW for the fire levy.
From: VotersPamphlet<vaterspamohfet[cco.whatcom.wa.us>
To: "'wcfdl6@yahoo.com"' <wc€d16(Qyahoo.com>
Sent: Friday, April 24, 2015 1:58 PM
Subject: RCW for Pass/Fail Requirement
Hi Candy,
Thank you for sending the resolutions, etc.
I called you this morning because on both measures submitted, the "applicable statutory references"
line was not filled in on the Ballot Measure Cover Sheet. We need to know what RCW was used for
the "Pass/Fail Requirement for the Measure as Determined by District's Legal Counsel". Please let
us know as soon as possible. If you have any questions, I'll be here until 4:30 p.m. today. Thank
you, Candy.
Nancy
Nancy M. Moore
Office Coordinator
Whatcom County Auditor's Office
311 Grand Ave., Suite 103
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 676-6740, ext. # (pound key) 50071