Scappoose city councilor challenges Columbia 911 ballot title

A challenge has been brought against the proposed title of a ballot measure that, if approved by voters, would fund Columbia County 911 operations.

The Columbia 911 board of directors has referred to voters a five-year local option levy of 29 cents per $1,000 of assessed property value to fund 911 emergency services. Approval would re-authorize he previous levy that expired the end of June, 2024. As it is currently filed, the measure would appear on the November ballot as "Local Option Levy for 9-1-1 Emergency Services."

However, a formal complaint has been filed against the measure title on grounds that it could mislead voters.

The petition against the ballot title was brought forth by Scappoose City Councilor Tyler Miller, who has been a long-time critic of the emergency communications district.



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