Issaquah Chamber takes stand on city’s proposed B&O increase

The Issaquah Chamber of Commerce has taken a position on the city's proposed 150 percent Business and Occupation (B&O) tax rate increase, as it is currently proposed.

 

The Issaquah Chamber of Commerce has taken a position on the city’s proposed 150 percent Business and Occupation (B&O) tax rate increase, as it is currently proposed.

The chamber surveyed its members and found that 63 percent of respondents being opposed to the increase as presented. A letter, drafted by the chamber and put on its website, outlines that information and offers additional thoughts and comments.

In addition, the chamber is seeking comments from its members and encouraging them to attend a public hearing on the topic at Issaquah City Hall.

The meeting on city revenue will be at 7 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 3 at City Hall South – Council Chambers, 135 E. Sunset Way.