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Jackson council reopens lodging‑tax vote but rejects town‑only special election on Nov. 4
Summary
After a procedural motion to reopen a June vote, Jackson's Town Council debated timing and scope of a proposed two‑cent town lodging tax; the council voted down holding a town‑only special election on Nov. 4 and directed further countywide discussions and public outreach.
Mayor Jorgensen opened the July 7 meeting by explaining a procedural mechanism to "turn the clock back" on the council's June 16 vote so members could reconsider placing a two‑cent town lodging tax before voters. The motion to reconsider passed unanimously, returning the council to the debate that preceded the June vote.
Council members repeatedly framed their concerns around timing and community buy‑in. Several said a town‑only special election in November would be costly to taxpayers and risk…
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