Under the proposed increase, owners of a $500,000 home would pay an estimated $75 per year or about $6.25 a month
VANCOUVER – On Monday (Oct. 20), the Vancouver City Council unanimously approved a resolution expressing support for the Police Services Levy, Proposition 5, which is on the ballot for the Nov. 4 General Election. Consistent with state law, the City Council may express a collective position regarding any ballot proposition. By passing Resolution 5.42.17A.555 the Council has expressed its support for Proposition 5.
“Vancouver operates the second-lowest staffed police department among cities our size, and Proposition 5 will help us meet the growing demands on police services,” said Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle. “The Council’s unanimous endorsement reflects our shared commitment to investing in community safety and ensuring our officers have the resources they need to serve effectively.”
The levy lid lift would increase Vancouver’s regular property tax by $0.15 per $1,000 assessed value, for a rate not to exceed $2.47 per $1,000 assessed value. Under the proposed increase, owners of a $500,000 home would pay an estimated $75 per year or about $6.25 a month. The levy is anticipated to raise $6 million annually over six years starting in 2026. The amount approved will be used for calculating future levies.
If passed, the Police Services Levy will cover only the cost of hiring police officers and what it takes to support them across the justice system.
- Add up to 13 full-time equivalent sworn police officers in a range of ranks and assignments
- The equipment and vehicles for new staff consistent with current and future policing standards
- Administrative and staffing costs to support the investments in officers and equipment
- Additional prosecution and criminal justice costs
Ballots must be deposited into an official ballot drop site by 8 p.m. on Nov. 5. To find an official ballot drop site, visit clark.wa.gov/elections.
Information provided by the city of Vancouver.
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