Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Laramie County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in budget
Fifth-penny Sales Tax
Laramie County officials are promoting the fifth-penny sales tax as an everyday charge that pays for local projects. It’s a small add-on at checkout, but it adds up—and residents may want to know exactly what it funds.
Sixth Penny sales tax project funding
The county renewed its annual funding: $200,000 for the economic development joint powers board, $100,000 for Cheyenne LEADS, $10,000 for downtown development, and $510,000 total for senior centers and human services nonprofits.
Sales Tax Explainer
That extra sixth penny on your receipt isn’t random—it’s a Laramie County sales tax, and this explainer breaks down what it pays for. If you’ve ever wondered where that money goes, here’s the quick map.