What You Need to Know About FLOST

What Is FLOST?

The Flexible Local Option Sales Tax (FLOST) is a one-cent sales tax that helps reduce the burden on property owners while funding essential city and county services.

Reduces Property Taxes
FLOST lowers city and county property taxes by more than 30 percent, helping homeowners keep more of their income.

Visitors Help Share the Cost
Approximately 30 percent of FLOST revenue comes from visitors and non-residents, reducing the financial load on local taxpayers.

Supports Essential Services
FLOST funding helps maintain critical services residents rely on every day, including:

• Public safety (law enforcement, fire services)
• Road maintenance and infrastructure
• Courts and judicial services
• Parks and recreation

Ensures Transparency and Accountability
All FLOST funds are subject to independent audits, ensuring dollars are spent responsibly and as intended.

Voter-Controlled and Temporary
FLOST is not permanent. It only continues if voters choose to renew it, giving residents direct control over its future.

Who pays FLOST?
Anyone who makes a purchase in the county pays the one-cent sales tax. This includes residents, visitors and commuters, allowing the tax burden to be shared more broadly.

How long does FLOST last?
FLOST is temporary and must be approved by voters. It only continues if residents choose to renew it through a referendum.

What services does FLOST support?
FLOST helps fund essential city and county services, including public safety, road maintenance and infrastructure, courts and parks.

How do I know the funds are used properly?
FLOST revenue is subject to independent audits to ensure transparency and accountability in how funds are collected and spent.

How does FLOST benefit local residents?
FLOST reduces reliance on property taxes, provides stable funding for essential services and ensures that visitors contribute to the cost of maintaining the community.

Why is voter approval required?
State law requires voter approval for FLOST. This ensures residents have direct control over whether the tax is implemented or renewed.

Does FLOST increase my taxes?
FLOST does not increase property taxes. It is a one-cent sales tax that helps reduce property taxes by shifting part of the cost to purchases made in the community, including those made by visitors.