ST. CHARLES, Mo. – A new lawsuit has been filed against St. Charles regarding a multi-million dollar tax on the sale of potato chips, candy bars, and sodas.
Quiktrip is taking legal action against the city of St. Charles over its one-percent sales tax, also referred to as the “tourism tax.”
Reportedly, this tax applies to any restaurant selling prepared food or meals, leading to the lawsuit from Quiktrip.
Quiktrip’s decision to sue comes after the city’s Finance Director prevented the renewal of the convenience store’s liquor licenses.
Additionally, the city has requested St. Charles County officials to place $4 million liens on Quiktrip’s two stores within St. Charles.
If successful, this lawsuit could pave the way for the tourism tax to be enforced on other convenience stores as well.
