Springfield council directs staff to develop payroll tax after large public hearing
After an extensive public hearing dominated by residents urging full library funding, the Springfield City Council voted 6–0 to direct staff to develop a payroll tax proposal for council review; staff will return with details and updated revenue forecasts early next year.
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The Springfield City Council voted unanimously Tuesday to direct staff to develop a payroll tax proposal for council review after a large public hearing where dozens of residents urged the council to use the tax to prevent library cuts.
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