Ballot Question 2A - Public Safety Sales Tax Measure
You may have heard about the proposed Public Safety Sales Tax measure that will appear on an upcoming ballot. To help residents better understand the proposal, the City has prepared this brief overview explaining what the measure would do, why it is being considered, and what it could mean for Rocky Ford's Police, Fire, and EMS services.
We encourage all voters to review the information in this flyer and learn more about the measure. A common question is, "Why is this being considered?" The flyer below outlines some of the factors that have led to the proposal, including increasing calls for service, rising operating costs, and challenges recruiting and retaining qualified public safety personnel.
This information is provided for voter education purposes only and is not intended to advocate for or against the ballot measure.