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Homeowner urges board to cut millage, calls for symbolic relief
Summary
During public comment, Bob Clyburn asked the board to reduce the millage even slightly as a goodwill gesture for homeowners facing a difficult economy, saying a fractional cut would signal the board's sensitivity to taxpayers.
Bob Clyburn, a resident who signed up to speak, told the board he wanted to advocate for homeowners and urged at least a small reduction in the millage rate to provide relief and a visible sign that the board recognizes economic strain.
"I felt like, at least someone needs to speak on behalf of the homeowners and taxpayers who would appreciate relief in the current economy," Clyburn said, urging the board to consider a reduction "even 1.1 reduction" or a smaller fraction. His remarks were followed by board questions about the distributional effects of digest growth and whether established homeowners see different impacts than new residents.
Board members acknowledged the public comment and discussed whether a 0.1-mill decrease, estimated to reduce revenue by roughly $6—$7 million, would be feasible given budget obligations and reserve policy.
