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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Jonesboro public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
0.625% Public Safety Sales Tax
A proposed public safety tax is headed for the November ballot, with supporters gathering 3,600 signatures. Officials say the Shelter building is needed regardless of whether it passes; skeptics note voters may balk without a specific list of uses.
Shooting Sports Complex operating losses
The city gun range lost roughly $1.4 million in revenue over three years, though memberships held steady around 350 a year at $100 each. More discussion is expected at the next meeting.
Public Safety Sales Tax Petition
A new petition in Jonesboro is trying to put a public safety sales tax on the ballot. If it gets enough signatures, voters will decide whether to add a little to sales tax to pay for police and fire services. The catch: it only matters if you vote—and if it passes, you'll feel it at the register.