Penny Sales Tax Extension
How will the money be used?
On November 4, 2014, voters overwhelmingly supported the extension of the penny sales tax. This website is designed to help you better understand how the penny sales tax works and what to expect in the future.
During the past two years, a group of 18 citizens, appointed by our local City and County Commissions, held dozens of public meetings – seeking input and counsel from thousands of citizens – to present a forward looking consensus plan. This plan:
- Improve and expand local roads
- Reduce traffic congestion
- Build new sidewalks to local schools, commercial areas and recreational amenities
- Target projects in all parts of Leon County
- Reduce neighborhood flooding
- Expand green spaces, parks and natural areas
- Create and promote jobs in our community
Project Areas
Where will the money be used?
Connectivity
Projects that link current amenities, neighborhoods, and/or multi-modal nodes through sidewalks,… more
Community Enhancement
Projects that create special urban places which foster a sense of community and inspire a creative… more
Regional Mobility
Projects that create an integrated regional multi-modal network that considers air, mass transit, automobile, bike, and pedestrian transportation modes. This holistic… more
Quality of Life
Projects that promote public recreation and eco-tourism while protecting and preserving the community’s environment and natural resources. In addition, projects… more
