Helena considers 1% sales tax increase to address budget shortfall and growth

The City of Helena continues to consider a 1% sales tax increase that could generate approximately $2 million for the city’s annual budget. The topic was discussed at a recent meeting of the Helena City Council. According to WBRC, City Councilman Andy Healy agreed that nobody wants to raise taxes. He told the news outlet, “I didn’t get appointed in January to raise taxes, but we have to do it. Big picture is we have to raise them.” Councilman Chris Willis introduced the proposal at an earlier work session. He and other city leaders have framed the increase as a way to help the city manage its