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Moore city manager proposes 1¢ permanent sales tax to fund capital projects and public safety
Summary
City Manager Brooks told the Moore City Council a permanent 1¢ sales tax could generate about $12 million annually and $108 million over 10 years, with 90% for capital projects and 10% for public safety; council members requested study sessions and public outreach before placing the measure on a ballot.
City Manager Brooks told the Moore City Council on Oct. 6 that a permanent 1¢ sales tax could generate roughly $12,000,000 a year for the city and about $108,000,000 over 10 years, if voters approve it.
Brooks outlined a proposal that would dedicate 90% of the revenue to capital projects and 10% to public safety operations and equipment. "A 1¢ sales tax will generate $12,000,000 annually," Brooks said, and added that roughly 30% of that revenue would be paid by nonresidents who…
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