Reasons for 1/2% Sales Tax

• Mobility & Accessibility: Getting to and around our big, wonderful county isn’t always easy. Small contributions from all of us add up to make a big difference to people who rely on public ground transportation and on our air service for personal and business travel. When we work together, we all move around better too!

• Transportation is Connectivity: With the half-cent tax, local businesses have greater access to transportation and to all of the communities they serve. Not only does this allow businesses to connect better to the people of our county, it allows them to connect with future goals and develop county-wide relationships that promote economic growth.

• Personalized Progress: Transportation services, like the WRTA, utilize the half-cent tax to provide personalized assistance to those who need it around the county. People who are young, elderly, and have special needs are given better accessibility to the businesses, places, and opportunities that connect them to not only individual communities, but to the county as a whole. With the half-cent tax, you empower local transportation and pave the road towards a more accessible county for all.

• Community-Centered Development: The tax is a reflection of our commitment to community-driven development. By having local committees select local entrepreneurs to access the tools they need, we're crafting a future that aligns with our residents' needs and aspirations.

• Investing in Yourself: Support the half-cent tax to fuel local dreams and aspirations. Your vote empowers entrepreneurs and small business owners to transform their ideas into thriving ventures right here in Fremont County.

• Empowering Entrepreneurs: With the half-cent tax, we're giving local businesses the boost they need through grants and by making transportation to major hubs outside Wyoming feasible. This allows our entrepreneurs to innovate, grow, and become vibrant contributors to our economic landscape.

• Retaining Our Youth: By supporting the half-cent tax, you're investing in the future of Fremont County. Let's create opportunities that keep our talented young workforce right here, contributing to our county's success.

• Local Dollars, Local Impact: When you vote for the half-cent tax, you're ensuring that hard-earned money stays in our community, strengthening local businesses and bolstering our economy.

• Building a Legacy: Your support isn't just for today—it's a community-led investment in the legacy of Fremont County. With the half-cent tax, we can build a foundation of innovation that will benefit generations to come.

• Thriving Main Streets: With the half-cent tax, our main streets will be invigorated. A vibrant mix of shops, services, and dining options supports residents, attracts visitors, and boosts our local economy.

• Fueling Job Creation: The half-cent tax doesn't just help business owners—it also fuels job creation. More jobs mean more opportunities for our residents to build fulfilling careers right here at home.

• Inclusive Entrepreneurship: This tax supports initiatives that ensure entrepreneurship is accessible to everyone, encouraging diverse voices to participate and contribute to Fremont County's economic landscape.

• Preserving Traditions, Embracing Innovation: We can honor our county's traditions while embracing new ideas. The half-cent tax encourages a balance between uplifting the businesses we know and love and building new economic opportunities around the county.

• Better Livelihood: Whether it’s economic growth, community development, or enhanced transportation, the half-cent tax actively works to better the quality of life for all. By investing in the resources and businesses around us, we let the people here know they matter. Their ability to live a quality life matters. This tax stays home in our county, with the people who need it, empowering opportunities and equitability for all Fremont County residents.