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Council approves sending 0.2% public‑safety sales tax to April ballot after recusal
Summary
The Fruita City Council voted to place a 0.2% public safety sales and use tax measure on the April 7, 2026 ballot; the proposal would generate roughly $975,000–$1,000,000 annually and requires MOUs/IGAs with Lower Valley Fire following a successful vote.
Fruita — The Fruita City Council voted to place a proposed 0.2% public safety sales and use tax measure on the April 7, 2026 municipal ballot.
Assistant city manager Dan Karas said the tax is estimated to generate about $975,000 to $1,000,000 annually and would begin Jan. 1, 2027 if approved. The ballot resolution (Res. 2025‑47) includes language to authorize TABOR retention of revenues and contemplates entering a Memorandum…
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