By REPORTER STAFF
Mercer Island Reporter Staff
December 6, 2011 · 12:53 PM

Due to a large budget deficit facing the state of Washington, Governor Chris Gregoire recently released her recommendations for how to fill the hole. One of her recommendations was a 0.5 cent increase in sales tax to help, along with other ideas. We want to know what you think.

Vote in this week's online poll and look for the results in next week's print edition.

Contact Mercer Island Reporter Staff Reporter Staff at editor@mi-reporter.com.

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