Clinton can tax restaurant sales until July 2030 with voter approval

Clinton may tax restaurant sales by up to 2% to fund tourism, parks, and recreation. The tax covers restaurants within Clinton, including takeout sales. Schools, hospitals, convalescent homes, nursing homes, and related school or health care food facilities serving students, patients, visitors, or their families are excluded. At least 60% of city voters taking part in the tax election must approve the tax before Clinton may impose it. Restaurants must add the tax to food and drink prices and collect it from customers as far as practical. Clinton must keep the revenue in a separate fund, use it only for tourism, parks, and recreation, and have its accounts independently audited each year. The law takes effect upon passage. The restaurant tax authority expires on July 1, 2030.