By St. Charles Times |
Mar 1, 2024
On March 1, 2024, St. Charles County residents will have the opportunity to vote on Proposition K, a crucial measure concerning the renewal of a 1/4-cent sales tax for the county government. This tax, initially approved by voters in 1991 and subsequently re-approved twice, is not a sales tax hike or a property tax but rather a means of sustaining essential services for the community.A significant portion of the funds generated by Proposition K, close to 40 percent, is allocated to public safety initiatives. County Executive Steve Ehlmann emphasized the importance of...