If approved, Proposition 1 would renew a six-year property tax levy for the Northshore Park and Recreation Service Area (NPRSA), beginning in 2026. NPRSA is a special purpose district that owns and maintains two public facilities: the Northshore Senior Center and the Health & Wellness and Adult Health Center, serving residents in Bothell, Kenmore, Woodinville, northern King and southern Snohomish counties.

The levy funds would be used for needed building repairs, replacement of aging infrastructure, upgrades to ensure safety and accessibility, energy efficiency improvements, and other needed facility improvements. The levy would also fund ongoing maintenance to preserve the condition and usability of facilities.

The measure would authorize NPRSA to collect property taxes at a rate not to exceed $.05 per $1,000 of tax assessed value; or about $50 per year ($4.17 per month) for a home with a tax assessed value of one million dollars. The previous levy providing similar funding is set to expire at the end of 2025.

The services and programming within NPRSA buildings are provided by the Northshore Senior Center, a separate nonprofit organization. These programs include health services, fitness and wellness activities, community dining, and other services for older adults and individuals with disabilities.

If the measure is approved, NPRSA would be authorized to levy property taxes annually for six years to fund building improvements and maintenance activities. If the measure is not approved, the current levy would expire and this funding would not be renewed.