Laclede Co Sales Tax Revenue remains strong

Sales tax revenue remains firm in Laclede County, with January collections for general revenue at more than $202-thousand. Presiding Commission Randy Angst said spending is expect to increase by about 8 percent, which is good news for county revenue…

General revenue supports services provided to county residents including public safety, and roads. Angst said the county continues to budget cautiously allowing funds to remain strong, with about 20 percent in reserve.