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Watertown Sales Tax Collections Rise in 2026, BBB Revenue Jumps 10.53%
Watertown’s sales tax collections for the first six months of 2026 continue to trend upward, according to the city’s latest Sales Tax Comparison History report. Year‑to‑date figures show increases across the 1st Penny General Fund, 2nd Penny Capital Fund, and BBB (Bed, Board & Booze) tax, reflecting continued economic activity through mid‑year.
1st Penny – General Fund Up 4.23% Year‑to‑Date
The city has collected $4,515,242 in first‑penny revenue so far in 2026, compa

Steve Jurrens
Jul 172 min read


Watertown Sales Tax Collections Climb in 2026, Led by Double-Digit BBB Growth
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Recent data reveals a strong start for local sales tax collections in 2026, with the 1st Penny General, 2nd Penny Capital, and BBB sales taxes all posting year-to-date (Y-T-D) increases through April.

Steve Jurrens
Jun 262 min read


Watertown Sales Tax Collections Show Steady Growth to Start 2026
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Watertown’s latest sales‑tax report shows the city entering 2026 with continued economic momentum, driven by gains in both the 1st and 2nd Penny sales taxes and a strong start for the BBB (Bed, Board & Booze) tax.

Steve Jurrens
Apr 182 min read


Watertown Sales Tax Revenues Kick Off 2026 with Strong Growth
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown’s latest financial report reveals a healthy start to the new year, with sales tax collections for January 2026 outperforming both the previous year and long-term averages.

Steve Jurrens
Mar 142 min read


Watertown Sales Tax Collections Up 2.62% Year-to-Date Through November
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown’s sales tax collections continue to show growth, posting an overall increase of 2.62% through the first eleven months of 2025 compared to the previous year.

Steve Jurrens
Dec 3, 20251 min read



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