Letter to the Editor Lake Forest Park Voting YES on Prop 1

In a letter to the editor, Lake Forest Park resident Richard Saunders discusses the pressing budget issues facing the city. With a documented $700,000 gap between public safety costs and available revenue, the community must act before it becomes a crisis. Prop 1 proposes raising $1. 2 million annually for police and emergency services, addressing the financial shortfall caused by Washington's 1% property tax cap. The measure is restricted to public safety funding and will sunset after six years.

Saunders, who has served on the LFP Planning Commission for a decade, believes the need for this initiative is clear and the solution transparent. He argues that draining savings to cover costs is not a sustainable strategy. By supporting Prop 1, residents can ensure the safety and stability of their community. This proactive approach serves as a crucial step in maintaining essential services without waiting for a financial emergency.