Kansas City civic leaders urge voters to renew earnings tax — or face catastrophic budget cuts
Kansas City civic leaders are urging voters to renew the city's 1% earnings tax, which generates nearly half of the city's general fund and pays for various city services. Without the tax, the city would have to consider budget cuts or alternative revenue sources, such as higher sales or property taxes.
Kansas City's 1% earnings tax is up for renewal on April 7. The tax, which has been in place since 1963, generates nearly half of the city's general fund and pays for services like police and fire departments, street resurfacing, and trash pickup. Civic leaders, including Mayor Quinton Lucas, are urging voters to renew the tax to avoid catastrophic budget cuts. The tax is paid by employees and businesses in the city, with roughly half coming from visitors. Early voting is currently underway, with polls open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. on April 7.
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