Sumter County: re-establish 2% tourist development tax
Sumter County · Sumter County County · November 3, 2026
The question on your ballot
The levy and imposition of a 2% tourist development tax as set forth in Sumter County Ordinance 26-08 is subject to approval by the electors of Sumter County in a referendum election which is hereby scheduled for the General Election of 2026 which is to be held on November 3, 2026. The following question shall be on said ballot:
In plain language
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Sumter County Ordinance 26-08 would set a 2% tourist development tax. The ballot explains that the tax can take effect only if Sumter County voters approve it at the general election held on November 3, 2026. The ballot text does not say who pays the tax or how the money would be spent. A FOR vote approves the 2% tourist development tax, while an AGAINST vote rejects it.
Official ballot arguments
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