NICKERSON, Kan. — The Nickerson City Council will take action on extending the one-cent sales tax when they meet on Monday.
The sales tax was originally used to fund the new community building and has been extended by public vote to help fund infrastructure and park improvements. The tax now sunsets in 2022. If the council gives their approval, the tax will go back to a public vote in the November election. If approved by the public, the tax would be extended through 2027.
The tax generates about $75,000 per year and currently has a balance of $172,000 with about $150,000 spent on projects since the tax was last extended in 2017.
If the public votes to extend the tax the funds would go to city sewer line improvements and parks as before, along with sidewalk improvements and overall visual enhancement for the city.
Monday’s Nickerson City Council meeting begins at 7 p.m. at the Nickerson city offices.
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