Peoria establishes new start date for Amusement Tax

West Valley businesses that got hit with surprise tax bills about two months ago are getting a bit of a break. Peoria businesses related to dance, gymnastics and martial arts were surprised by the Amusement Tax. The Peoria City Council has approved a new start date for the tax -- 18 businesses will have to start paying the fees beginning Jan. 1. The city council is also working to waive the businesses' back taxes and find ways to reduce financial stress.