Macomb, IL – Macomb aldermen are considering the idea of extending and increasing the local option sales tax. The half-cent tax pays for street repairs and other infrastructure improvements. It's due to expire at the end of 2008. The city will need voter approval to extend it beyond then. Aldermen this week reviewed the idea of putting a referendum on the November ballot. First Ward Alderman Charles Gilbert also suggested the tax be increased to three-quarters of a cent. He says the extra quarter-cent could provide funding for major projects, such as the proposed improvements to Chandler Park. The issue will come up for discussion again during the August 7 meeting. Paperwork needs to be submitted to the county clerk's office by September 7 for a November referendum.
City Discusses Sales Tax Hike
