Enhanced Public Safety Service
Funds staffing, operating and program needs, including 13 additional police officers, 5 police civilians, 6 firefighters, 1 probation officer and 2 support staff (1 technical and 1 maintenance)
Key Features
- New Patrol Swing Shift during times of highest call volume, allowing for more officers on the street when accidents and crime are highest;
- New Community Crime Reduction Team to focus on early and coordinated response to problematic and recurring trends such as burglaries, traffic issues, property theft and neighborhood nuisances;
- Additional police officers to address traffic enforcement, school safety and community engagement;
- A mental health professional to effectively connect people to resources; and
- Six new firefighters and a new aid car to enhance emergency medical services at Station 45 (Canyon Park) to respond to growing calls for services in North Bothell.
Investment
Approximately $220/year on $500,000 home in 2018 (44 cents/$1,000 AV; expires in 2031)