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Public commenter urges caution on taxes, warns of community strain
Summary
During public comment Eugen Blackman told the board that rising property taxes and inflation are hurting residents and urged trustees to seek all state funding due to the district to avoid increasing local tax burdens.
During the public-comment period, Eugen Blackman addressed the board about the financial pressures facing families and urged trustees to avoid policies that would increase property-tax burdens.
Blackman said the district should pursue state funds and exercise caution before approving measures that shift more cost to residents. "Los TIRs causan mucha destrucción en esta comunidad... Los impuestos más altos... hacen que la gente sufra mucho," he said, referencing the consequences of tax increases on lower-income residents. The board acknowledged the comment and proceeded to the consent agenda.
Blackman's remarks framed community concerns on affordability as trustees considered budget recommendations later in the meeting.
