Martinsville City Council voted four-to-one Tuesday to prepare for a December eighth decision on a voter-approved sales tax increase for school construction. The measure allows an additional one-percent tax. Mayor L.C. Jones said acting soon could bring revenue next year. Councilman Aaron Rawls objected to the unscheduled motion, preferring to discuss it on the regular agenda. Two public hearings would precede a final vote.
Mayor wants school tax approved before his term runs out
