Middletown Forum : Laubach's Tax Proposal

Middletown Forum : Laubach's Tax Proposal http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/ This is an XML content feed of; Middletown Forum : City Council : Laubach's Tax Proposal Tue, 06 Oct 2026 19:36:43 +0000 Sat, 05 Nov 2011 17:35:17 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 10.12 360 www.middletownusa.com/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=4219 Middletown Forum http://middletownusa.com/images/blog-logo.jpg http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/ Laubach's Tax Proposal : The councilman has the drive to... http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4219&PID=30602&title=laubachs-tax-proposal#30602 Author: ground swat
Subject: 4219
Posted: Nov 05 2011 at 5:35pm

The councilman has the drive to talk about the issue. Just pass a Ord. on a % for streets, we do not need another FEE or employee following the trail of money not paid to the city. Don't mind the one poster who feels it's important letting you know how stupid you are, it's a gene issue in their DNA. I admire the councilman but this "Don't tread on me" thing needs to go with your run for the Senate. Keep it simple councilman. I hope all that view this site will really think before they vote. 30 years of hope for a downtown and our streets crumble everyday. ]]> Sat, 05 Nov 2011 17:35:17 +0000 http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4219&PID=30602&title=laubachs-tax-proposal#30602 Laubach's Tax Proposal : Middletown29 wrote:You just... http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4219&PID=30600&title=laubachs-tax-proposal#30600 Author: TudorBrown
Subject: 4219
Posted: Nov 05 2011 at 11:02am

Middletown29 wrote:

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You just outed yourself as a renter! Big%20smile

]]> Sat, 05 Nov 2011 11:02:42 +0000 http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4219&PID=30600&title=laubachs-tax-proposal#30600 Laubach's Tax Proposal : I don't always agree... http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4219&PID=30598&title=laubachs-tax-proposal#30598 Author: Mike_Presta
Subject: 4219
Posted: Nov 05 2011 at 10:09am

I don't always agree with Mr. Laubach, but I do admire his willingness to sometimes tackle unpopular issues (even if he must stand alone to do so), as well as the fact that he at least occasionally visits this forum. This street issue is one where, if I am elected, he will no longer have to stand alone, as I agree that something MUST be done. I will work with him to find more viable alternatives to fund a larger annual pot for this essential public work. $950,000 per year is NOT enough!!!

I also promise not to forsake this forum if elected. I will continue to come here, whether to gather support OR to "take the heat".

]]> Sat, 05 Nov 2011 10:09:22 +0000 http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4219&PID=30598&title=laubachs-tax-proposal#30598 Laubach's Tax Proposal : Mr. Laubach, as you stated, I... http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4219&PID=30593&title=laubachs-tax-proposal#30593 Author: acclaro
Subject: 4219
Posted: Nov 05 2011 at 7:23am

Mr. Laubach, as you stated, I would not expect you to cover all points in a response, impractical, but you do see the contradictions in your position, I am certain. If I could offer anything, it would be this. Assessments, fees, and so forth, are prefectly fine on certain services, but you run the risk of having your approach legislatively backfire. Your focus and priority should be to repair the roads through ordinnace, not delay it further to develop a re-engineering of the fund structure. I doubt seriously you would generate much with an assessment, or other pass on, and you will have the law department spend more in lawsuits coming the city's way to overturn it, by landlords and drive out more from the city. That negative effect will hit the school systems, which depend on state funds based upon student population. Winning a battle to lose the was doesn't seem prudent.

]]> Sat, 05 Nov 2011 07:23:25 +0000 http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4219&PID=30593&title=laubachs-tax-proposal#30593 Laubach's Tax Proposal : Pardon my typing errors on the... http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4219&PID=30592&title=laubachs-tax-proposal#30592 Author: Jlaubach
Subject: 4219
Posted: Nov 05 2011 at 12:25am

Pardon my typing errors on the previous post. ]]> Sat, 05 Nov 2011 00:25:05 +0000 http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4219&PID=30592&title=laubachs-tax-proposal#30592 Laubach's Tax Proposal : Acclaro, Given the shear number... http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4219&PID=30591&title=laubachs-tax-proposal#30591 Author: Jlaubach
Subject: 4219
Posted: Nov 05 2011 at 12:23am

Acclaro,

Given the shear number of topics, presidential candidates and other random issues that you bring up in your response, it would be impossible and impractical for me to respond with any validity. If we disagree then we disagree. Holding political office is not for the faint of heart and it is certainly not for those who try to make everyone happy. "Dumb and "idiot" have been terms used to describe me by some on this board but I still try to have an honest dialog to explain my positions. To be frank, I am still holding town hall meeting for people who have concerns and want to vent their frustration which is what many seem to do hear. However, only a small group of people show up to those meetings. Certainly fewer than the amount of people making post' here.

Having said that, I would sincerely like to answer some of your questions. I would hope that you will show up to the town hall meeting I will be holding in a few weeks. If that doesn't work for you, please call or email me, you don't even have to identify yourself. M29, and anyone else, I give the same invitation. ]]> Sat, 05 Nov 2011 00:23:30 +0000 http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4219&PID=30591&title=laubachs-tax-proposal#30591 Laubach's Tax Proposal : Right idea to dedicate money to... http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4219&PID=30580&title=laubachs-tax-proposal#30580 Author: acclaro
Subject: 4219
Posted: Nov 04 2011 at 2:32pm

Right idea to dedicate money to streets. Wrong idea to spend time figuring out how to spread the pain.

]]> Fri, 04 Nov 2011 14:32:16 +0000 http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4219&PID=30580&title=laubachs-tax-proposal#30580 Laubach's Tax Proposal : Mr Laubach You have a very simple... http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4219&PID=30578&title=laubachs-tax-proposal#30578 Author: Middletown29
Subject: 4219
Posted: Nov 04 2011 at 10:45am

Mr Laubach
You have a very simple and shallow view of who does and does not pay taxes or other fees to support local and state government. Renters DO pay property taxes. Being able to rent from someone else does not mean the landlord does not include property taxes in rent. If s landlord cannot cover their cost they will get out of the business or raise rents.

Your proposal to tax citizens living on social security or a pension is naive. Your biggest idea to solve our financial situation is to take more taxes from the citizens least able to pay.

Can you honestly say the City is doing it's job as efficiently as possible? If not, get there first then maybe taking a look at more taxes is something that should be considered.

Your ideology is getting in the way of your own good judgement.]]> Fri, 04 Nov 2011 10:45:41 +0000 http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4219&PID=30578&title=laubachs-tax-proposal#30578 Laubach's Tax Proposal : Mrs. Moon, No they have not.... http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4219&PID=30577&title=laubachs-tax-proposal#30577 Author: Jlaubach
Subject: 4219
Posted: Nov 04 2011 at 10:42am

Mrs. Moon,

No they have not. In the 1960's they consumed a little less than 60% of all general fund expenditures. Contrast that with the 72% for police and fire today and a measly 2.4% of general fund expenses for road repair.

Also, I have been trying to return your phone call but your line has been busy. ]]> Fri, 04 Nov 2011 10:42:09 +0000 http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4219&PID=30577&title=laubachs-tax-proposal#30577 Laubach's Tax Proposal : Over the past 50 yearsâ€¦.have... http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=4219&PID=30576&title=laubachs-tax-proposal#30576 Author: Vivian Moon
Subject: 4219
Posted: Nov 04 2011 at 10:29am

Over the past 50 years….have the fire and police departments always consumed 72% of the General Fund?

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