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Blue Springs is gearing up for a pivotal vote this November, putting a new 2.5% local use tax on the ballot — aimed squarely at online and out-of-state purchases to fund a street paving program. Though voters rejected similar measures in 2018 and 2022, city leaders hope this time will be different, with funds accelerating road repairs from a projected 20-25 year cycle down to 10-15 years. Inspired by neighboring cities like Lee’s Summit and Independence, which passed similar taxes in 2020, the council is betting on voter support to finally fix their crumbling streets — and tonight’s meeting could decide if this crucial infrastructure plan makes it to the ballot.

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