November 4, 2008 General Election
Ballot Measure

Bainbridge Island Metropolitan Park & Recreation District

Proposition No. 1

Levy Lid Lift for Parks

The Board of Commissioners of the Bainbridge Island Metropolitan Park & Recreation District has adopted Resolution 2008-17 concerning a levy lid lift for parks purposes. If approved, this proposition would restore the 2009 regular levy rate to $0.75/$1,000 assessed value.  The 2009 levy amount will be used to calculate subsequent levy limits. Not less than 75% of the increase will be used to acquire, develop and improve property and property interests for parks, open space, and trails, and for a citizens’ advisory committee.  The remainder will be used to facilitate public use of and access to District properties and to operate and maintain those properties.  Should this proposition be:

Approved

A simple majority is needed in order for this measure to pass.