SALES TAX BALLOT MEASURE ORDINANCE SUBJECT: Second reading and adoption of an ordinance proposing the imposition of a special tax to be used for public safety purposes and subject to approval by the voters of Lassen County by a two-thirds vote at the upcoming November 5, 2024, general statewide election. FISCAL IMPACT: Approximately $1,500,000 dollars in revenue to the County of Lassen. If approved by the voters of Lassen County, the ordinance proposes an expenditure plan wherein proceeds of the special tax may be used for Lassen County Sheriff, Fire, Lassen County Office of Emergency Services, Lassen County Probation, Lassen County District Attorney and Lassen County Code Enforcement services, including, but not limited to, their wages, salaries, benefits, training and equipment; for personnel; and public safety communications. ACTION REQUESTED: 1) Waive second reading and adopt; and/or 2) provide direction to staff. (4/5 vote required).

Committee

County Counsel

Introduced

July 2, 2024

On agenda

July 9, 2024

Passed

July 9, 2024

Enacted

July 9, 2024

Enactment no.

No. 2024-05

Where it was heard

Board of Supervisors Jul 9, 2024 adopted Pass

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