A proposed emergency medical services (EMS) levy has become a contentious issue in Clarkston, with concerns over potential property tax increases and support for local firefighters and medics.
"This latest levy on the upcoming ballot leaves me no choice but to do so and say no,"
Asotin County Commissioner Brian Shinn expressed his opposition to the levy during a city council meeting, citing concerns over the potential tax increase. The levy, which will be decided by registered Clarkston voters, aims to cover all requests from the firefighters' union.
Author's summary: Clarkston debates EMS levy proposal.