Members of Topeka’s City Council voted Tuesday to allow a special election to take place regarding a proposed sales tax. The vote for a potential new 0.1% sales tax in Topeka will take place on March 2, 2027 in a special election. Members of Topeka’s City Council have voted to allow a special election to take place regarding the tax. If passed, the Capital City would collect a 0.1% citywide sales tax on all retailers. According to city staff, these funds are estimated to bring in about $4 million every year. If approved, the tax would last for 10 years, taking effect on July 1, 2027. The vote is expected to cost nearly $120,000 and would be held over mail ballot.
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