Keep the cap to guarantee
real local control
Since 1993, state law has
capped the amount school boards can tax. If they want more money, they have to
ask taxpayers for it.
“It’s never been a popular
policy with school boards, as it puts them in the uncomfortable position of
having to formally ask residents for a property tax increase if they want to go
above the cap,” the piece declares.
Yes. Asking taxpayers for
their money should be as uncomfortable as possible. When it comes to spending
other people’s money, the tendency is to spend more.
Instead of school board
officials deciding to raise taxes at meetings hardly anyone attends, they have
to ask for it. That’s called “direct democracy.”
Because the state will never
propose voluntary contributions, it’s the best deal taxpayers can get.
Since the beginning of
January 2008, voters have approved 114 referenda for project debt while turning
down 91 others.
But those who vote against a referendum are still obligated to pay higher taxes.
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