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~ During the Tacoma City Council's April 14, 2026 Study Session, a resolution was discussed regarding the potential placement of the Connect Tacoma: Safe Streets and Sidewalks measure on the August 4, 2026 Primary Election ballot. If approved by voters, this proposition would secure funding over a 10-year period to maintain, repair, and enhance Tacoma's streets, sidewalks, and multimodal infrastructure.
The proposed measure would replace the previous 10-year voter-approved Tacoma Streets Initiative which has expired. It would authorize a 1.5 percent Gross Earnings Tax (GET) on natural gas, electric, and phone utilities beginning in 2027. Additionally, a property tax rate of 20 cents per $1,000 of assessed property value would also be implemented.
If passed, the replacement levy is expected to generate approximately $20 million annually. With matching grants and partnership funding, it is projected to raise an additional $12 million per year for a total of $320 million over the course of 10 years. This funding will be divided into three investment categories: Safe Streets for Everyone with $159 million (50 percent), Better Neighborhood Streets with $85 million (26 percent), and Improved Connections with $76 million (24 percent).
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The investment framework for this proposal was developed based on community surveys conducted in 2024 and early 2026. Input from a Community Levy Committee that met from February through April of 2026 was also taken into consideration. An Open House held on April 2 provided an opportunity for community members to share their thoughts and concerns about the proposed measure.
If approved by voters in August's Primary Election ballot, this measure will have a significant impact on improving Tacoma's streets and sidewalks over the next decade. The City Council will continue to discuss and gather input from community members before making a final decision on whether to place this proposition on the ballot.
The proposed measure would replace the previous 10-year voter-approved Tacoma Streets Initiative which has expired. It would authorize a 1.5 percent Gross Earnings Tax (GET) on natural gas, electric, and phone utilities beginning in 2027. Additionally, a property tax rate of 20 cents per $1,000 of assessed property value would also be implemented.
If passed, the replacement levy is expected to generate approximately $20 million annually. With matching grants and partnership funding, it is projected to raise an additional $12 million per year for a total of $320 million over the course of 10 years. This funding will be divided into three investment categories: Safe Streets for Everyone with $159 million (50 percent), Better Neighborhood Streets with $85 million (26 percent), and Improved Connections with $76 million (24 percent).
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The investment framework for this proposal was developed based on community surveys conducted in 2024 and early 2026. Input from a Community Levy Committee that met from February through April of 2026 was also taken into consideration. An Open House held on April 2 provided an opportunity for community members to share their thoughts and concerns about the proposed measure.
If approved by voters in August's Primary Election ballot, this measure will have a significant impact on improving Tacoma's streets and sidewalks over the next decade. The City Council will continue to discuss and gather input from community members before making a final decision on whether to place this proposition on the ballot.
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