MT. JULIET, Tenn. (WKRN) — Shopping locally could mean a reversal of some budget cuts in Mt. Juliet.

Sales tax revenue is reportedly up along with licenses for new businesses. In fact, the city expects to see continued momentum with Sprouts set to open next month.

“I hope it's not a fluke and it's a trend we continue to see over the next few months, especially as we go into the holiday season,” said Scott Hefner, District 3 Commissioner for the city of Mt. Juliet.

The city’s revenues from sales tax this fiscal year increased 11% compared to last year. Hefner told News 2 that equates to roughly $2.3 million more in sales tax revenue. All of this impact's city services and infrastructure.

"Of course our emergency services, EMS, fire and our police department," Hefner told News 2.

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