When the agenda item of Sunday alcohol sales by liquor stores and retail outlets appeared on the city commission agenda Tuesday, commissioner Glen Davis jumped into the conversation quickly — with some numbers.
“We are losing $229,500 a year in sales tax,” Davis said. “We could gain $229,500 if we allow alcohol sales on Sundays. I know some communities call it a sin tax. It goes to certain projects. I have not brought this up to my commissioners, but organizations like the chamber, Grand Central and other organizations that we try to fund … it would be nice to take some of this money and utilize it to fund these. That is just food for thought.”
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