South Dakota Record
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2027-2031 Capital Program and Sales Tax Revenue

Summary

The second penny sales tax funds streets, parks, fire stations, and equipment — and 2026 sales tax is beating expectations (July was up 11.4%, the best month since 2022). The city is programming $9.8 million of carried-forward balance into 2027 street projects so engineering can start three to four months earlier.

At a glance

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Last discussed Aug 5, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

$102 million in 2027 second penny sales tax revenue, with $9.8 million in carryover added to the capital program for streets.

✅Who benefits

Drivers and neighborhoods getting street improvements sooner, plus parks, libraries, and fire stations funded by the capital program.

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