Resolution No. 87-20 CITY OF. TIGARD, OREGON
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE TIGARD CITY COUNCIL SUPPORTING THU. CONTINUATION OF THE
WASHINGTON COUNTY COOPERATIVE LIBRARY SERVICES OPERATTNG LEVY AT $2.6 MILLION.
WHEREAS, the Current two-year Washington County Cooperative Library Services
Operating Levy expires this June 30, 1987;
WHEREAS, both City and County officials have made considerable progress but
need enabling legislative authority before creating a new Library system
structure, governance and funding program;
WHEREAS the formula of the current levy efficiently, Effectively and equitably
benefits citizens County-wide;
WHEREAS, authorization of a new levy at $2.6 million is estimated to result in
about the same tax rate as the current levy;
WHEREAS, a new Library system alternative is still realistically two to three
years ahead; and,
WHEREAS, the City desires to maintain Library programs at current levels
without increasing tax rates or competing with other important County-wide
programs.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Tigard City Council. that:
The City supports submittal of a continuation levy on the March 31, 1987
ballot for Washington County Cooperative Library Services at $2.6 million
per year for three years.
Mayor - City of 'Tigard
ATTEST:
City Recorder - City of Tigard
RESOLUTION NO. 87-,�
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