My objective is to get more Carson City residents engaged in the political process and encourage their engagement with local issues.
Here are but a few:
Number 1 – Your water and sewer rates are going to increase dramatically, and the financial impact, undoubtedly, will impact your family's monthly budget. [This statement might seem rather strong, but I purposely wanted it to be that way, as this rate increase is strong and far-reaching.] 1.a) I believe, the original intent of the enterprise fund was to help keep costs under control for improvements and upgrades to these types of facilities.
1.b) I voted against the said proposal, my reasoning; another type of formula should be developed.
Number 2 – Rumor has it that the remaining 1/8 sales tax might be used to widen the City sidewalks or narrow the street in some fashion that encompasses those businesses in the downtown corridor.
2.a) I believe that the Redevelopment Authority should have the financial responsibility to enact any and all improvements.
Number 3 – The reason I voted against:
3.a) Eagle Valley Golf lease; because bids from the general public were not allowed. It is unacceptable for City government not to allow the process to be open and fair to all.
3.b) Hiring a Deputy City Manager; because other similar type communities operate efficiently without this position. Plus, this new appointment also brought new inner office staff; these two new positions will increase costs. 3.c) Purchasing the BRIC building; because it was overpriced, and funding coming from Redevelopment Authority I believed was inappropriate.
Your input and opinion on these or other subject matters – would be welcomed.
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