Jefferson City voters approved an additional quarter-cent public safety sales tax in Tuesday's election, increasing the city's overall sales tax rate from 7.85% to 8.1%.
The increase raises the public safety sales tax from 25 cents to 50 cents per $100 spent on taxable purchases.
Voters approved the measure 8,020 to 6,382, according to records from the Cole County Clerk's office.
The proposal is expected to generate about $3.625 million annually, according to the city's bill summary.
The increased tax will take effect on April 1, 2027.
Before the election, Jefferson City Council members approved a non-binding agreement with the city's police and fire unions outlining how the additional revenue would be used.
Under the agreement, 55% of the revenue would go to the police department and 45% to the fire department. However, the City Council would retain final authority over how the money is allocated.
The revenue could support salaries and benefits, equipment, facilities and 911 operations.
