Paris, Tenn.—Fourteen business licenses were issued by the city of Paris while retail sales tax revenue was down slightly in December compared to December of last year. According to City Finance Director Traci Shannon, the city is still running ahead fiscal year-to-date by .85%. Reflecting over the first half of the fiscal year, consumer spending remains strong compared to previous years, she said.
During Thursday night’s meeting of the Paris City Commission, Shannon said the City had several out of the ordinary expenses during the month including vehicles for the Police Department, City Hall, and a new Sanitation truck. There was also a large expense for the Splash Pad in which the city will receive reimbursement for from the grant. Also, January was one of the three pay period months that occur twice each year.
The city issued fourteen business licenses in January:
New business: Quik Stop, JDM Blessings LLC, Too Much Turquoise, Vintage Quarterly, Harber Rock Goods LLC, Other Side of the Track A Osotta LLC, Emmalaik Designs, Arlo & Capri, Paris Nutrition, Sister Moon, Handheld LLC (Food Truck)
New owner: The Bowling Alley
Add’l location: Vogel Plumbing Inc (Contractor)
Minimal License Renewal: 1211 Frames