City leaders in Tucson could ask residents to weigh in on a potential sales tax increase to help fund community projects.
The Tucson City Council is slated to continue discussions this week about a half-cent sales tax measure voters could see in a special election next March.
If passed, the Safe and Vibrant City measure would provide $800 million over the next 10 years for public safety programs within fire and police departments, along with affordable housing initiatives and other community projects.
City leaders say these are existing programs that have already proven to be effective, but current funding is dwindling. The mayor and council will consider the measure’s language this week and whether to send it to the ballot.
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