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Commissioners warn flat sales tax and rising costs will constrain road funding, outline community events
Summary
In communications the commissioners said a recent use‑tax ballot failed (turnout about 9%), warned that sales‑tax receipts are flat while road‑paving costs have roughly doubled over five years, and announced a Green Bridge ceremony planning session, Veterans Day courthouse closure and community coat/toy/food drives.
During the communications portion of the Nov. 6 meeting, commissioners discussed county finances, infrastructure costs and upcoming community events.
Presiding Commissioner summarized recent election results and said the use‑tax ballot did not pass; turnout was about 9%. The presiding commissioner and others noted that sales‑tax receipts had been essentially flat over the past nine months and that the county must prioritize services…
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