Yesterday Mayor Payne proposed an increase in occupational tax.  Hillcrest can be saved!!   The proposal would raise the tax from 1.33% to 1.4%.  This increase would save Hillcrest Golf Course from the budget ax.  The Mayor says that the rate is subject to change but an increase will be proposed.  The first reading will be tonight at 5pm at City Hall.

The Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce asks the Mayor and City Commission to refrain from proposing additional increases to the occupational and net profits tax. 

The increase to 1.4% would cover the annual deficit for Hillcrest Golf Course.

Your opinions can be heard by contacting the City Commission members.  Remember, the first reading is tonight at 5 pm at City Hall and the final vote for this tax increase is scheduled for Thursday morning at 10 am.

 


 

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