Metchosin delays permissive tax exemption decision after lengthy discussion

Metchosin delays permissive tax exemption decision after lengthy discussion

Metchosin council unanimously voted Monday (July 13) to defer a decision on the municipality’s 2027 permissive tax exemptions until Sept. 21 after a tense hour-long discussion. According to a staff report, eight organizations applied for exemptions covering 14 properties valued at more than $33.8 million in 2026. Staff estimated approving all applications would result in $324,188 in tax exemptions for 2027. The municipal portion, $166,896, is eq…