Title
Presentation: Proposed County Sales Tax Increase - Issue 12
Executive Summary: A representative from Summit County will present information regarding this ballot issue, which will appear before voters on November 4, 2014.
Body
Legislative History
None.
Purpose & Explanation
Issue 12 would raise the County's portion of the sales tax by an additional 0.25% - from 0.50% to 0.75%. If passed by voters, the additional sales tax would not be permanent and would end after a period of 10 years.
According to information provided by Summit County, the additional sales tax will be used for important public safety and capital needs, including: 1.) 30% of revenue collected will go toward the 800 MHz emergency radio system, 9-1-1 dispatch system and County capital needs; 2.) 45% of revenue collected will go toward the operation and maintenance of the jail; and 3.) 25% of revenue collected will go toward the general fund, of which 70% is spent on criminal justice and public safety.
See attached information for details and a copy of Summit County's presentation.
Timing Considerations
Issue 12 will appear before voters on the November 4, 2014, ballot.
Fiscal Impact
Currently Budgeted
Supplemental Appropriation Required
X Appropriation Not Required.
Recommendation
Suggested Action
No recommendation. Staff has arranged for this presentation in order to provide information to voters.
Submitted by,
Jane Howington, City Manager
Elizabeth Slagle, Clerk of Council