Voters approve, extend tax increases in several Minnesota cities

Despite concerns about inflation and a 2024 presidential election ahead, voters throughout Minnesota approved several ballot questions aimed at maintenance of city utilities, as well as, projects for future use of its residents that either raised or extended taxes.

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In an update on Wednesday, the Minneapolis Elections and Voter Services said tabulation has been completed for the Minneapolis City Council Ward 8 representative seat.

Golden Valley election results 2023: New sales tax approved

Golden Valley residents approved a 1.25% sales tax to fund $105 million in infrastructure upgrades for police, fire and public works.

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The off-year elections provide a snapshot of American politics heading into 2024. But two big names — Joe Biden and Donald Trump — weren’t on the ballot this time.

School board candidates increasingly endorsed by partisan groups

Voters in several Minnesota cities had school board races on their ballots during Tuesday’s election at a time when political experts say these races are becoming more divisive.

School board races increasingly partisan
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Voters in several Minnesota cities had school board races on their ballots during Tuesday?s election at a time when political experts say these races are becoming more divisive.

Mpls, St. Paul City Council races close
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With results for Minneapolis and St. Paul city council races still being counted Tuesday night, FOX 9?s Maury Glover has the latest on what voters have said about candidate options.

St. Paul, Golden Valley taxes vote take shape
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As poll results begin to roll in following Tuesday?s election, voter?s choices in cities such as St. Paul and Golden Valley will decide on new tax increases. FOX 9's Babs Santos has the latest Tuesday night.

St. Louis Park election results: Nadia Mohamed elected first Somali-American mayor

In St. Louis Park, Nadia Mohamed is the projected winner of the mayoral race, which would make her the first Somali-American mayor in Minnesota and perhaps the United States. 

Golden Valley sales tax on ballot
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Although not casting ballots for president or governor this year, several races throughout the Twin Cities will have big impacts on communities. In Golden Valley, voters will decide on a sales tax increase that could raise $105 million for future projects.

Mpls, St. Paul city council seats voted on
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All seats in the 13 wards of the Minneapolis City Council are up for grabs during Tuesday?s election, while several in St. Paul will be contested as well. FOX 9?s Corin Hoggard has the details on race in Minnesota?s two biggest cities.

Early voter turnout on Election Day
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Voters flooded polls throughout the day on Tuesday in Minnesota, casting ballots that reflect their priorities. FOX 9?s Karen Scullin is live from St. Paul covering a possible sales tax increase on the ballot in the state's capitol.

Golden Valley: Sales tax increase on ballot
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The City of Golden Valley is asking voters to approve a 1.25% sales tax increase to fund $105 million in infrastructure upgrades for police, fire and public works. Golden Valley wants to build and enhance several city facilities that administrators believe are outdated and no longer support modern needs. To do so, the city is asking for a 1.25% sales tax increase to finance the building projects over a 30-year period.