Measure E Local Sales Tax Support
Summary
The city is placing a one-cent sales tax measure on the November ballot to help pay for police, fire, 911 services, and road repairs. City leaders say revenues are falling behind rising costs, and this tax would keep money local rather than letting the state take it.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
Generates approximately $6.35 million annually for city services.
Highland residents and visitors who rely on local police, fire, 911 emergency response, and well-maintained public infrastructure.
Consumers making retail purchases in Highland who will face a 1% higher sales tax rate.
Mentions & discussions (4)
City Council - Sep 8, 2026
The council voted to officially support Measure E, a local one-cent sales tax on the November ballot that would generate about $6.35 million annually for local police, fire, and road repairs.
City Council - Jun 9, 2026
The city is placing a one-cent sales tax measure on the November ballot to help pay for police, fire, 911 services, and road repairs. City leaders say revenues are falling behind rising costs, and this tax would keep money local rather than letting the state take it.
City Council - Feb 10, 2026
Highland is looking at a potential 1% sales tax increase on the November ballot to tackle looming budget deficits and fund essential police, fire, and road repairs. City leaders say the tax would help share the financial load with visitors and shoppers coming into town from outside areas.
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