To the editor: As the parent of a Marblehead Public Schools student, and as a lifelong Marbleheader, I understand how easy it is to get caught up in the “‘yes’ on Question 1” messaging. Most people know that I’m against raising taxes, I’ve often caught a “bad rap” as a “conservative” or “the ‘no’ guy” or whatever. That said, no one wants to see important positions … [Read more...] about LTE: The truth about Question 1
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LTE: A hard pill to swallow
To the editor: I understand very well the hesitation to give the town more money in the wake of the financial mismanagement of the past decade. Marblehead has one of the lowest real estate tax rates in Essex County, yet we enjoy full town services despite this fact. By using free cash to keep the tax rate low, we have avoided a general override. Unfortunately, … [Read more...] about LTE: A hard pill to swallow
LTE: What to consider about Question 1
To the editor: June 20, you have a big decision to make on Question 1 — to override or to not. Marblehead is out of cash to just maintain the level of services we have now. We complain about the cost of deferred maintenance and the unmet needs of recreation and parks and cemetery. Our town workers see the needs too. They are amazing for what they accomplish, … [Read more...] about LTE: What to consider about Question 1