You can count on it that this is just the beginning. So if you vote yes on these taxes, you will have only yourself to blame for the increase. But wait , besides the tax increase they want the boats given to them clear of debt, with conversion of grants and contributed capital from the Washington State Ferries program. But all you do is add another layer of bureaucracy. In return they will give nothing.
Renters are the least able to absorb more costs.
Also, this is a tax without representation for many - as many landlords live outside Bremerton, and cannot participate in Bremerton's elections. If you are a renter and don't relish paying more, I advise you to call the mayor's office and let them know you oppose. If this tax is applied anyway, just remember on election day who came up with this tax. In other words, no matter what happens to all other branches or offices of the state government, there are certain agencies who will not have their budgets cut, no matter what happens. I have not read or heard of any research or investigation done by any of our local media.