Belleville Reinstates Wheel Tax To Save City Jobs

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Channel: FOX 2 St. Louis · 2010 · News & Politics

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Facing more than $1 million shortfall, the city of Belleville, Illinois, approved a wheel tax Monday night. Residents will be forced to pay a $20 registration tax per vehicle per year. The mayor said it should generate enough revenue to save 23 city jobs.

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