Oklahoma County Jail Trust supports push for eventual sales tax

Oklahoma County Jail Trust supports County Commissioners’ quest for an eventual sales tax

OKLAHOMA CITY – Oklahoma County’s Criminal Justice Authority has officially endorsed the idea of a sales tax mechanism to fund a new jail — including its eventual operations, and operations of the current facility until it is replaced.

In effect, the 6-0 decision during Monday’s meeting carries little weight. The group’s chair, Jim Holman, seemingly noted its ceremonial value…

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