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Here is a list of disaster preparedness points covered


Here is a list of disaster preparedness points covered

WEST PALM BEACH (CBS12) — For anyone looking to stock up on hurricane supplies, now is a good time to buy. Florida’s second sales tax-free disaster benefit begins Saturday. Customers can save money on items like radios and batteries under $50. More expensive items like portable generators costing less than $3,000 are also covered. Our […]

Here is a list of disaster preparedness points covered


Here is a list of disaster preparedness points covered

WEST PALM BEACH (CBS12) — For anyone looking to stock up on hurricane supplies, now is a good time to buy. Florida’s second sales tax-free disaster benefit begins Saturday. Customers can save money on items like radios and batteries under $50. More expensive items like portable generators costing less than $3,000 are also covered. Our […]

Sedgwick County politicians consider additional sales tax option for property tax reduction


Sedgwick County politicians consider additional sales tax option for property tax reduction

WICHITA, Kansas (KWCH) – As Sedgwick County looks for ways to keep property taxes low, Sedgwick County cities and county leaders are working together on a solution, including discussions about a property tax abatement through the implementation of a sales tax. On Wednesday, representatives from 15 towns gathered at a Sedgwick County Commission meeting with […]

Walla Walla County waives sales tax to fund affordable housing


Walla Walla County waives sales tax to fund affordable housing

On Monday, Walla Walla County Commissioners voted against a sales tax increase that would have raised $1.1 million annually for affordable housing and mental health programs. The increase would have passed House Bill 1590a Washington state law that allows local governments to use sales taxes to combat the housing crisis. VAT would have increased by […]

Grand Island experiences the ‘good life’ as city voters become first to approve new retail district


Grand Island experiences the ‘good life’ as city voters become first to approve new retail district

GRAND ISLAND, Nebraska — Grand Island voters say yes, becoming the first in Nebraska to put the “good life” into motion in a new way. Unofficial results show overwhelming support for a new economic development plan designed to generate sales tax revenue and create new attractions to attract tourists. Preliminary election results show 5044 in […]