Monroe
Date Created: 08/16/16 Last updated: 08/16/16
Monroe County, FL to discuss Resolution regarding a November 2016 ballot question to authorize the imposition of a Sales Surtax on Tobacco and served Alcohol Sales The County Commission will consider a Resolution directing the Supervisor of Elections to place a non-binding question on the November 2016 general election ballot regarding support for legislation to authorize the imposition of a sales surtax on tobacco and served alcohol sales throughout Monroe County where the proceeds could only be used to fund and increase services to meet unmet needs for veterans, seniors, children, disabled, and other vulnerable residents and to offset costs currently funded by property taxes.
Issue History 08/16/16 The County Commission will discuss the resolution at the 8/17/16 meeting. Related Documents 8/17/16 Meeting Agenda Lobbying Information Require lobbyist registration? Yes Lobbyist registration fee? $0 Additional information: No Lobbyist Registration Fee (they used to have one, not anymore, as of 1/18/12); to speak at a County Commission meeting, go to the meeting & fill out a blue card. Turn into the Clerk of the Court, everyone has 3 minutes to speak on their issue, non-profit groups have 5 minutes (only 1 non-profit rep allowed to speak per meeting). County Administration office: (305) 292-4441