Sales Tax Election
Summary
McAlester voters rejected a sales tax that would have paid for road repairs, so the city now has to find another way to fix its streets. If you drive, bike, or walk around town, that means rough roads may stick around longer unless leaders come up with a Plan B.
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Impact analysis
The city avoids a sales tax increase for now, but it must either find other money or delay repairs that could get more expensive later.
Shoppers and residents get a break from a higher sales tax—at least for now.
Drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians stuck with rough roads—and city road crews—will feel the delay.
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