Oklahoma County voter to decide on a sales tax to fund a new jail
OKLAHOMA CITY – Oklahoma County is asking voters to approve a new sales tax to help pay for a replacement jail. The vote is creating debate over how to fund the project and address problems inside the current detention center.
The proposed tax would add two-fifths of a penny per dollar spent and last 25 years. Supporters say the jail is in poor condition and needs to be replaced, while opponents argue county leaders should consider alternatives to incarceration and provide a comprehensive financial plan before asking taxpayers for more money…