Sales Taxes and the Port of Little Rock

Little Rock Port Industrial Park sign

This Election Day, the residents of Little Rock face a pivotal decision—one that could shape the future of our city’s infrastructure, public safety, parks, and economic development. At the heart of this decision is a proposed sales tax initiative designed to fund essential community pillars, including the Port of Little Rock.

The sales tax proposal seeks to allocate additional funds towards transformational projects across the city. These funds will be directed towards enhancing public safety, improving public infrastructure, revitalizing parks and recreation, and supporting the Port of Little Rock.

Bryan Day, Executive Director of the Port of Little Rock, emphasizes the importance of this initiative for the Port’s growth and competitiveness.

“The Port of Little Rock will use funds from the sales tax to continue efforts to acquire land and to improve infrastructure throughout the port,” Day says. “The economic development funds in the sales tax package will allow the Port to continue building a facility that is competitive with our adjoining states and help the City attract industry to Little Rock.”

The Port of Little Rock has long been a cornerstone of the city’s economic landscape, providing crucial infrastructure for industries that drive local employment and growth. With the proposed sales tax funds, the Port can expand its capabilities, making it an even more attractive destination for new businesses and industries. This, in turn, would boost job creation and economic stability in the region.

The decision Little Rock voters make on Tuesday, November 5th will not only impact the future of the Port of Little Rock but also its continuing economic impact on the Natural State. No matter which decision is reached, we at the Port are proud to be a part of our city’s history, growth, and prosperity.