Frequently Asked Questions about the Grapevine Crime Control & Prevention District Referendum.

Why was the Crime Control & Prevention District (CCPD) referendum placed on the May ballot?
The referendum was placed before voters so the community can decide whether to continue a long-term, reliable funding source for public safety. It comes as part of ongoing discussions with residents, City leadership, and law enforcement about maintaining Grapevine’s high standard of safety and preparedness.

What will be the tax impact if Grapevine voters approve the CCPD?
Approval of the CCPD will not raise taxes. It is not a new tax. It is a continued investment in our public safety. It keeps the current half-cent sales tax in place for crime control, with no change to either the City’s sales tax or property tax rates. This approach helps Grapevine maintain the lowest property tax rate in Tarrant County while sustaining strong public safety funding.

Will the CCPD be funded solely by Grapevine taxpayers?
No. The majority of the sales tax collected in Grapevine is generated from people who live outside the City but visit for shopping, dining, and entertainment. As a result, visitors help contribute significantly to funding Grapevine’s public safety services.

What does the CCPD day for? 
The CCPD sales tax currently funds the salaries and expenses of the police department, including uniformed police officers, dispatch, jail operations, and criminal investigations. It is a part of the existing sales tax received by the City from the sale of goods and services. A significant portion of the City’s sales tax is generated by tourism and paid by non-Grapevine citizens. This election is requesting renewal of the CCPD sales tax that exists today and, if approved, would continue to pay for these police functions.

What will the CCPD mean for community policing and crime prevention efforts?
The CCPD benefits the police department’s ability to take a proactive, community-focused approach. If approved, it will continue to expand efforts that build relationships, improve response capabilities, and target criminal activity early—before it becomes a larger issue.

How will CCPD impact funding for other city services?
By continuing a dedicated funding stream for public safety, the CCPD helps protect the City’s general fund, allowing us to fund most equipment with cash rather than debt – protecting our long-term sustainability. This allows Grapevine to keep investing in other essential services without diverting resources from those priorities.

How is the CCPD money spent?
The CCPD sales tax currently funds the salaries and expenses of the police department including uniform police officers, dispatch, jail operations, and criminal investigations. That is a part of existing sales tax received by the City from the sale of goods and services. A significant portion of sales tax received by the City is generated from tourism and non-Grapevine citizens. This election proposes renewing the CCPD sales tax that exists today and, if approved, would continue to fund these police functions.