Washington: Liquor initiatives could change city budget plans
Financial directors across South County are in the midst of preparing city budgets. As in past budget cycles they are accounting for police, utility and labor costs. What makes this year unique is the uncertainty created by Initiatives 1100 and 1105 on the general election ballot. The passage of either or both of the initiatives, each involving the future function of the state’s Liquor Control Board, will impact city coffers.