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Oxford
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Strong March sales tax collections

Summary

March sales tax hit $1.4 million — the third-highest month ever and up 19.4% year over year. Food and beverage tax was the second-highest ever at $603,000, though hotel-motel tax dipped 2%.

At a glance

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Last discussed May 19, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Strong sales and food/beverage tax collections boost the general fund.

✅Who benefits

The city budget broadly — strong collections support services without raising rates.

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