Summary
Residents are still split over the council's rejection of the one-cent sales tax. Supporters say roads and police/fire staffing need the roughly $15 million; opponents, including Gregg and Lee, cite 1,100+ families behind on water bills and want spending cuts or asset sales instead.
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Last discussed Aug 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
The city is forgoing roughly $15 million a year it says it needs for roads and public safety.
Taxpayers who opposed the increase, at least in the short term.
Low-income residents face car damage from bad roads and slower emergency response times, per commenters.
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