Federal Way seeks citizens for pro, con committees for marijuana ballot measure

Published 3:21 pm Friday, June 5, 2015

The Federal Way City Council recently passed Resolution No. 15-689, which provides for an advisory vote on whether to allow marijuana-related businesses in the city during the Nov. 3 general election.

The City Council is seeking interested individuals to serve on the pro and con committees to prepare written arguments in support and in opposition to the anticipated ballot measure, which will be included in the King County Elections local voters pamphlet.

Up to three individuals will be appointed to each committee at the July 7 City Council meeting.

Those interested in serving on either the pro committee or con committee may submit their name, address, phone number, email address and which committee they would like to serve on, to the city clerk by email at Stephanie.Courtney@cityoffederalway.com, or by mail at city of Federal Way, Attn: City Clerk, 33325 Eighth Ave. S., Federal Way, WA 98003.

The deadline to apply is June 22. Committee statements are due to the King County Elections by Aug. 13.

For additional information, contact City Clerk Stephanie Courtney at 253-835-2540.