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Department of Transportation recommending the Board:
1) Receive a presentation by consultant FM3 Research of Key Findings of a survey of County Service Area No. 3; and
2) Direct staff to initiate proceedings for a measure to be placed on the March 3, 2020 ballot for the electorate in the South Shore Snow Zone to consider a special tax, in the amount of $80.00 annually on each improved parcel of land, to replace the existing $20.00 assessment service charge. (Est. Time: 1 Hr.)
FUNDING: CSA 3 Snow Removal Zone of Benefit.
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DISCUSSION / BACKGROUND
On May 14, 2019, the Department of Transportation presented a report of department findings, and requested direction on funding possibilities and possible revenue generating options (Legistar File 19-0660, Item 41).
On July 16, 2019, the Chief Administrative Office requested direction from your Board regarding several potential ballot measures contemplated by different departments for presenting to the electorate for consideration, including a measure to increase funding for the County Service Area (CSA) 3 South Shore Snow Removal Zone. The Board directed the Department to conduct public outreach, and determine the potential for a positive outcome before bringing a request to the Board to set a measure for election.
The Department of Transportation contracted with consultant FM3 Research, Opinion Research and Strategy. Staff worked with the firm to develop a survey to gauge public sentiment about the level of services and the level of support for an increase to the amount property owners pay as an assessment/service charge, or special tax for snow removal equipment acquisition and snow removal services.
FM3 Research presents their findings and analysis for your Board’s consideration.
In consideration of these findings, the Department of Transportation recommends the Board to direct initiation of proceedings for a ballot measure to be placed on ballot for the presidential primary election March 3, 202...
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