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Proposal for seasonal sales tax to shift some education funding to visitors moves forward to hearing
5332939 · July 8, 2025
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Summary
The Kenai Peninsula Borough Finance Committee on July 8 introduced a proposal to allow a seasonal sales tax rate that proponents say would shift more education funding to peak tourism months and could be used to reduce property taxes.
Vice President Cooper and Mayor Michicky introduced an ordinance on July 8 to amend the borough’s sales tax code to allow a seasonal sales tax rate intended to be net neutral for residents and that would be subject to voter approval.
Cooper said the tourism industry pays a disproportionate share of sales tax during peak months and that a seasonal…
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