Rinck, Harrell Propose Progressive Business Tax Overhaul to Bolster Seattle Budget » The Urbanist
# On Wednesday, Seattle Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck unveiled a proposal overhauling the city's Business and Occupation tax that she hopes to put before voters this November – if she can win over her colleagues. Dubbed the Seattle Shield Initiative, it would broaden the exemption for small businesses, but raise taxes on larger businesses.| The Urbanist » Advocacy journalism for better cities.
