Empower Greeley Leads Funding for Sales Tax Measure
The pro-tax committee has raised over $68,000 for the upcoming vote on a 0.6% sales tax increase.
Updated on Oct. 31, 2026 in Philanthropy
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The committee Empower Greeley has secured $68,573 in campaign donations to support ballot measure 2F. The measure proposes a 0.6% sales tax increase aimed at generating $20 million for city projects.
Why it matters
Proponents argue that the tax increase is necessary to prevent the city from depleting existing funds intended for servicing $147 million in project debt. Supporters believe the measure will strengthen the economy and regional image of Greeley.
Empower Greeley has spent $54,687 on digital advertisements and promotional materials. The committee disclosed 40 total donations, with six originating from residents of Greeley.
The players
Empower Greeley
This is a political committee currently campaigning for the passage of ballot measure 2F.
Sky Meltzer
A donor who contributed $10,000 to the Empower Greeley campaign.
Gary Kerr
A donor who contributed $2,000 to the Empower Greeley campaign.
The details
The ballot measure 2F is intended to provide funding for the Catalyst project and the Downtown Civic Campus. While Empower Greeley has seen significant backing, only a small fraction of the 40 disclosed donations came from local residents.
Timeline
February 2026: Opponents attempted to freeze the Catalyst project.
October 19, 2026: Data cutoff date for opposition committee fundraising totals.
November 3, 2026: Deadline for voters to submit ballots.
Market Landscape
The fundraising disparity between Empower Greeley and its opposition highlights the significant investment required to influence local tax legislation. This effort fits into the broader trend of high-stakes campaigning for municipal infrastructure funding projects.
Residents may see an increase in digital advertisements for the upcoming ballot measure 2F. If the measure passes, shoppers will face a 0.6% increase in sales tax.
The takeaway
The campaign reflects the financial divide between those supporting and opposing city debt-funded infrastructure projects. Residents should review the fiscal implications of the proposed tax increase before the November election.
What happens next
Voters have until November 3, 2026, to submit their ballots on measure 2F.
Further reading
Learn more about local funding efforts by visiting the Philanthropy section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Greeley Tribune.
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