Latest / Richmond News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Chesterfield Pauses Car Tax Cut Over Data Center Debate | Richmond News
Chesterfield County is weighing a bold move: using revenue from new data centers to slash car taxes by nearly $400 a year — but the plan’s timing and logic are sparking fierce debate. As officials push for a one percent sales tax hike to fund schools, critics question why they’re cutting one tax while raising another — especially since data center income may not fully cover school needs. Public backlash was swift: hundreds showed up at a county meeting with signs, complaining the proposal was rushed and lacked proper input. After hours of heated testimony, supervisors postponed the vote until…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.