Why is a use tax proposal by the City of Brentwood on the November ballot?

Over time, more and more purchases of goods, supplies and materials are shifting to out-of-state and online purchases rather than from our local retailers. Unlike many cities in St. Louis County, Brentwood has been able to provide municipal services without relying on property taxes. The use tax will provide revenue for city services without increasing local sales or property tax rate.

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1. Why is a use tax proposal by the City of Brentwood on the November ballot?
2. What exactly is the use tax?
3. How much additional revenue will the use tax generate for our City?
4. Who pays the use tax?
5. Is this a double tax?
6. How will this impact local retailers?
7. Do other area cities collect the use tax?
8. What if I already pay taxes on an out-of-state purchase?
9. What goods are subject to the city use tax?
10. Does the city use tax apply to private vehicle sales?
11. How is use tax paid?
12. What is the rate for the use tax?
13. Do individuals have to file a use tax return?
14. Who can vote in the Nov. 3 election?
15. When is the election?
16. How do I register to vote?
17. I can’t make it to the polls on Election Day. How do I vote?
18. Where can I get additional information about registration, mail in and absentee ballots?
19. Where do I vote?