Call special election on increasing real estate transfer tax

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Resolution Resolution No. 50-16

In Plain English

The city wants voters to decide whether to raise the tax paid when properties are bought and sold. Current transfer tax rates apply to all real estate transactions in the city. If approved, the measure appears on the November 8, 2016 ballot for residents to vote on.

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Votes

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Moved by: Jael MyrickSeconded by: Tom Butt
Passed

6 to 0

BatesAye
Tom ButtAye
Eduardo MartinezAye
Gayle McLaughlinAye
Jael MyrickAye
Jovanka BecklesAye