Soon the people of Pascagoula will be heading to the polls again to vote for or against a two percent restaurant tax which is meant to generate funds for recreational programs in the city. News 25’s Hank Davis has more…
Next week residents of Pascagoula will have another opportunity to vote on a two percent tax for all restaurants. If implemented, the tax will go towards funding recreation projects throughout the city. News 25's Hank Davis has the details.
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News 25's Byan Kennedy interviews Aletha Burge about Free Tax Help For Lower Income Families.
Jackson County voters have approved a 2% tourism tax. Residents took to the polls today on the issue, which received an overwhelming support by voters. Roughly 71% were in favor versus 28.89% against it.
Tomorrow, Jackson County residents will head to the polls to vote on a 2% tax on tourism.
Tourism is an important part of the Gulf Coast’s economy and a proposed tax in Jackson County will help more people than ever before find their way to South Mississippi as a vacation destination.
In just over a month, Jackson County will vote whether or not to impose a two percent tax on all hotels.
A vote from the Moss Point City Council could eventually affect anyone traveling to Jackson County.
Tuesday night, the Moss Point City Council will be looking at a possible 2% tax for hotel and motels.
The 2% tax on prepared food would be used to finance a $10 million bond the city hopes to purchase to renovate recreational facilities.