Lol like I said I know better than to waste my time. If our elected officials are so dense as to have to be begged and pleaded with to actually do something and stop the overspending they aren’t the right people for the job. I won’t waste my time anymore pleading. It always falls on deaf ears, and nothing done by our country officials thus far has indicated any change. I’ll vote yes on this measure. When the rest of the state has to deal with the new changes they can thank the counties such as Burleigh and ward for playing the valuation/mill levy game for the last decade. Furthermore, taxing unrealized gains on a home is unconstitutional in the first place. Tell the boys to get ready because this is getting passed this time. I’m not even mad this time. I’m beyond that. Mad was the first 7 years. Now I’ll vote for chaos and disorder just to move the needle. Because every single person knows that “going to a fucking meeting” hasn’t and won’t do a goddamn thing and we’re done hearing “we’ll show up and voice your concerns” we’re so past that at this point and if you or any other county officials are too dense to see that then lord help you all.
I emailed a politician one time about his wasteful spending. He proceeded to call me and have a long conversation trying to convince me on how wasting the peoples money is a good thing. Who is dumber the person trying to convince the politicians they are wasting money or the politician who doesn't care what the people have to say? The politicians do not care what the people say. The people still vote for them regardless..look at Bakken. The politicians also know the chance of them getting booted with an R behind there name is highly unlikely.
Agree new blood would be great, also agree people vote on name recognition..gave an example above Bakken
You are 110% CORRECT!
Doesn’t help, for sure. But I would guess the abundance of $80k+ boats may have more of the blame.
Oh they'll definitely figure out how to get your money but at least you won't lose your home over it!
While I’d imagine there’s some truth there I’m not sure I like the thought of “well they have some really nice shit….. they can afford more taxes.” I’ve actually heard people say this. As most of you are aware a lot of the toys you see around Bismarck aren’t owned. Becuase people want nice things and to not worry during their leisure time is no reason to think they can afford more in taxes. I’ve always been a “own it” type of person. I own my vehicles, my boat and most other toys. Most are older and I’m fairly mechanical, But with that comes the price of more frequent repair and breakdown which costs time. Case in point my motor wouldn’t start this morning and it cost me a trip and a morning of fishing I was really looking forward to. The older I get the less time I have so for the first time I can understand why guys want new things with bigger payments. Money isn’t shit. It’s your time.
Residents? Or homeowners?
I don't know about flying colors...I'm seeing alot of skeptics on facebook who actually believe that all our civil services will end and the schools will close.
Anytime you get a chance to vote down a tax, do it.
