•Jackson County COMBAT sales tax renewal. The COMBAT program has been internationally recognized for its success in addressing drug-related crime both through law enforcement and rehabilitation. The program funds many police and sheriff officers plus 260 cells for drug offenders in the Jackson County jail. The special drug court funded by the tax provides rehabilitation for users with a very high success rate.
•Independence School District bond issue. The growing district needs to expand and enhance its facilities to meet the educational needs of the district's children. The bond issue will have a minimal impact on property taxes and generate economic development as well.
•Clay County Law Enforcement Tax renewal. This sales taxprovides key revenue for operation of the county sheriff and jail. With Clay County among the fastest growing area counties, maintaining low crime is crucial for economic development. Key programs such as school resource officers and emergency response teams are funded through the tax.
Endorsements require support from a minimum of 75% of the labor and 75% of the management representatives on the board. Each of the above endorsements was unanimous.
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