If Referendum 8 passes, the 1% tax would be collected on all food and beverage sales at certain businesses, expected to generate over $10 million annually.
Book emphasized the need for permanent housing solutions for the homeless, stating that the proposed tax could provide essential funding to enhance current services.
Homelessness has become a pressing issue within Miami Beach, with increased law enforcement actions and an ongoing debate over the most effective approach to address the crisis.
The tax would apply to businesses selling alcohol but would not affect hotel food and beverage sales, reflecting a targeted approach to funding homelessness services.
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