Frequently Asked Questions

On Tuesday, November 7, 2017, Manhattan voters approved a 10-year, 0.25% sales tax to fund identified indoor and outdoor recreation and trail improvements in the community. View the Official Election Report (PDF) and media coverage of the vote:

• Indoor recreation facilities will be constructed at Anthony and Eisenhower Middle Schools
• Improvements will be made to CiCo Park's baseball/softball fields, tennis courts and trails
• Gaps in trail connectivity will be addressed

The total cost of the projects is $27.5 million. The city intends to stagger construction of the projects in order to avoid financing costs and use all revenue collected for construction so more amenities can be included. It is estimated the 0.25% sales tax will generate $2.75 million annually for 10 years.

A previous 0.25% quality of life sales tax ended on March 31, 2018. The current sales tax began April 1, 2018, resulting in no change to the city's 8.95% sales tax. For the effect on your pocketbook, 25 cents of every $100 spent goes toward these improvements - think of a $100 grocery bill.