Washoe County, NV – Sales Tax, Nov. 2008

Washoe County, NV

Election Date: November 4, 2008
Type: Sales Tax
Revenue Type:
Transit Revenue Explanation:
Outcome: Loss for Transit
Results: Failed, 38% - 62%

In November, voters will decide whether to increase the sales tax by 1/8 of a cent for operation and maintenance of the public transit system. Unless this additional funding is approved, existing transit service will likely be cut by about 20%. Amount of funding at stake on ballot: $30 million annually.