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<br /> -------------- ------ ------------ <br /> ----------------------------------- <br /> This policy was discussed and sent on to the membership for approval without a . <br /> recommendation from the Legislative Committee. <br /> FF-ll. Alternative Local Revenue Sources <br /> Problem: State law currently prohibits local units of government from imposing local <br /> income or sales taxes unless specific authority is granted, The only generally available <br /> source of tax revenue for cities is the property tax. Unfortunately, taxpayer discontent with <br /> the property tax has recently reached high levels which has made financing city services <br /> with the property tax more difficult. The availability of non-property tax revenue sources <br /> would lessen the reliance on the property tax and also allow cities to fInance services and/or <br /> facilities that benefIt a broader population. <br /> Solution: Lawmakers should acknowledge cities' need for alternative revenue sources <br /> and should provide local authority for additional taxes and/or fees. <br /> . <br /> , <br /> # <br /> ." <br /> . <br /> 18 League of Minnesota Cities <br />