Sales tax holiday may be a go

Tuesday, June 2, 2009

Tax holiday is slated for Aug. 7-9

SIKESTON -- It appears that Sikeston will participate in this year's back-to-school Sales Tax Holiday.

To opt out, City Council members would have to schedule a special meeting and take action in less than two weeks.

The city's participation in the Sales Tax Holiday, during which items considered to be "back to school" purchases qualify for exemption from state, county and local taxes, was discussed during the regular Sikeston City Council meeting Monday.

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