Cass Politics

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Information on Ballot Question

J.T. | March 31, 2010

Communication Information Specialist Sheryl Stanley would like to remind Harrisonville citizens that there is information available about the upcoming election on the city’s website as well as local cable channel 2.

Harrisonville Looking to Raise Sales Tax Again

J.T. | March 28, 2010

After voters approved 2 sales tax increases last year, Harrisonville is again looking for a 3/8% increase in sales tax.

Extension of Sales Tax on April 6 Ballot

J.T. | March 27, 2010

On April 6, voters will decide whether or not to extend the 1/4 cent sales tax on roads through 2026.

Reminder - Back to School Tax Free Holiday

J.T. | August 6, 2009

Beginning tomorrow at midnight, there will be no sales tax on select items this weekend. As already mentioned here before: The state sales tax, county sales tax and city sales taxes will not be in effect during these dates for most of Cass County. Garden City and Peculiar have opted out.

County Charts Taxes

J.T. | July 25, 2009

The Cass County Commission has released a chart showing where all property taxes are directed throughout all governments in Cass County.

No sales tax!

J.T. | July 18, 2009

If you’re needing buy school supplies for your children, there will be no sales tax on select items the weekend of August 7. Apparently this is the state’s way of saying “we’re sorry for taking all your tax dollars the rest of the year”. The state sales tax, county sales tax and city sales tax will not be in effect during these dates for most of Cass County

Cass County: “where your tax dollars are going”

J.T. | June 9, 2009

This also shows what happens if you don’t show up to vote: other people can vote for a tax increase that you will still be paying on 30+ years later.

Higher sales tax in some parts of town

J.T. | April 19, 2009

If you’ve noticed that you seem to pay a bit more in sales tax at the new Price Chopper in Harrisonville then you aren’t alone. Many cities all over the country have special “districts” that self-impose an extra sales tax. Little is mentioned of these taxes in typical media outlets, so the consumers generally aren’t aware of the practice.

Tax rates in Harrisonville

J.T. | April 18, 2009

In case you’re wondering what your sales tax and property tax rates are, here is the info: