Roseau authorized to impose local sales tax for arena renovation and community center construction.

The bill allows the city of Roseau to impose a local sales and use tax of up to one-half of one percent. The tax revenue will fund the renovation of the Roseau Memorial Arena and the construction of a new community and wellness center. The tax expires after 30 years or when the city determines the funds are sufficient for the projects. The city can issue bonds up to $12,500,000 for these projects, with the bonds not subject to certain debt limitations.

Roseau authorized to impose local sales tax for arena renovation and community center construction.

The bill allows the city of Roseau to impose a local sales and use tax of up to one-half of one percent. The tax revenue will fund the renovation of the Roseau Memorial Arena and the construction of a new community and wellness center. The tax expires after 30 years or when the city determines the funds are sufficient for the projects. The city can issue bonds up to $12,500,000 for these projects, with the bonds not subject to certain debt limitations.