Proposition No. 1
Submitted by Pierce County

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Official Ballot Title:

Shall the Board of Commissioners of Pierce County Fire Protection District No. 12 be increased from three members to five members?

Explanatory Statement:

The Board of Fire Commissioners of Pierce County Fire Protection District No. 12 has unanimously passed a resolution determining that it would be in the best interest of the district to increase the number of fire commissioners from three to five. They have requested an election to authorize increasing the number of commissioners in the district from three to five. For approval, such a ballot proposition requires a simple majority of the resident electors casting ballots on the measure.

Statement For:

I have lived in the same place near Wilkeson since 1967. Since that time we have seen our population explode and along with that the increased demand for fire services. Now I understand we have a budget of over $400,000 that three commissioners must manage. I also know from reading RCW 42.30.20 (3) and RCW 42.30.070 that it is unlawful for two commissioners to do anything about district business without holding a public meeting.
It would appear that we would all benefit by increasing the number of commissioners to five. Here are some of my reasons for asking for the increase:
1. The large budget requires more time for study. Sub-committees could be legally appointed to study issues and make more effective budget recommendations.
2. There would be more representation from the public.
3. In case of illness or death of a commissioner, business could still be carried on.
4. There would be less chance of an action being called null and void because of unintentional violation of the above mentioned RCW's.
In summary, I am requesting the district expand to five commissioners for a more efficient and effective district management system.
Thank you for your consideration of this request.

Statement prepared by :
LeRoy E. Johnson

Statement Against:

No statement was submitted against this issue.

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