Scotland County voters will decide on proposed sales tax hike. Here’s what to know
By Ben Rappaport benrappaport@borderbelt.org When Scotland County voters cast their ballots in November, they will decide whether to increase the local sales tax. If the ballot measure passes, the local sales tax will increase by one-fourth of a cent, from 6.75% to 7%, on most purchases, including restaurants and clothing. It would not apply to gasoline, groceries and medicine. Local officials say the change would …Read more Continue reading Scotland County voters will decide on proposed sales tax hike. Here’s what to know