PENNY FOR PROGRESS

For more than 30 years, the Local Option Sales Tax has quietly helped build the Escambia County where you live, work & play. See the penny at work in your neighborhood.

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Built by 1¢. Approved by You.

Voting for the local option sales tax keeps the penny working for you. By renewing this tax that’s already in place, you’ll keep funding critical local projects.

Up to 28% is Paid by Visitors.

Tourists and visitors pay up to 28% of the local option sales tax, while all the benefits remain right here in Escambia County. And every project is publicly accountable.

The Penny = a Safer Community

The penny supports fire stations, emergency equipment and law enforcement tools that keep Escambia County residents and families safe.

A Local Investment Chosen by You

The Local Option Sales Tax is a one-cent tax approved by Escambia County voters that funds local projects—from roads and drainage to parks and public safety. It can only be used for specific, community-approved projects and must be renewed by local voters every ten years.

Escambia County voters have approved the penny every time it’s come up for renewal over the past 34 years because they can see where the money goes. And it’s done more than build roads. Sustained voter support has allowed the County to make needed improvements while offsetting significant increases to property taxes.

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See the Local Impact of Your Penny at Work

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For more than 30 years, the penny has provided neighborhoods throughout Escambia County and the City of Pensacola with the funding necessary to develop critical infrastructure, strengthen public safety and enhance the quality of life for residents. Explore the most recent penny-funded projects right in your backyard.