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City hosting local business and occupation tax workshops in October

Edmonds, WALocal News

The City of Edmonds is exploring a new business and occupation tax and invites local businesses to provide feedback through workshops. The proposed tax, based on gross revenues, aims to diversify city revenue sources beyond property taxes. Workshops will occur on October 8, 10, 21, and 22, providing a platform for businesses to express their views. The Edmonds Economic Development Commission will compile this feedback to present to the City Council. Businesses unable to attend the workshops may email their opinions by October 10.

The city ensures that information is available in preferred languages at no cost. This initiative reflects the council's commitment to engaging local businesses in revenue discussions. For further inquiries, businesses can contact the Economic Development Commission directly.

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