Tulsa County Commissioners Support City's Efforts To Privatize Tax Collections

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TULSA, OK – The city of Tulsa is getting support from Tulsa County Commissioners when it comes to collecting sales taxes, according to a news release from the Board of Tulsa County Commissioners.

Tulsa city leaders have explored privatizing the collection of sales tax, instead of using the Oklahoma Tax Commission.

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Tulsa County Commissioners agree local governments should be able to collect their own taxes.

"I feel strongly that this is a matter of local choice," said Commissioner John Smaligo. "The city should not be forced to use a service that is sub-par, and the reality is that the Oklahoma Tax Commission is inefficient in its audit and enforcement areas."

County Commissioners plan to meet with city officials soon to discuss further action.

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