Press Release: LPDC Calls for Tax Break
Libertarians Call for Tax Break
One-Cent Sales (SPLOST) Tax Targeted
Douglasville, Ga. - January 27, 2006: The Libertarian Party of Douglas County (LPDC) is calling on county leaders to end the additional one-cent Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) and return the sales tax rate to 6%, a 14% reduction in taxes.
Kevin Cherry, Chairman of LPDC, said the citizens of Douglas County have been very generous in approving a SPLOST tax for various projects, but now it’s time to give the citizens a tax break. Cherry points out that as soon as the current one-cent SPLOST ends, Douglas Officials will try to justify continuation of the tax.
“Over five years, a one-cent sales tax reduction could save citizens about $100 million”, Cherry said. “This money is better left in the pockets of citizens where they can put the money back into the local economy.”
Mike Raiford, LPDC's Vice-Chairman, has expressed concern over Commission Chairman, Tom Worthan’s proposal to raise $98 million for a new jail through renewal of the SPLOST or a property tax increase.
Raiford points out that Cobb County Government just used the same “taxing” scare tactics to pass a $1 billion SPLOST, that passed by only 114 votes and a 10% turn out in voters.
“My concern is that the (commission) chairman will do and say whatever he needs to do and say to justify continuing the (SPLOST) tax”, Raiford said. “The county has built a $9 million swimming pool that only a small fraction of citizens will use; its time we hold public officials accountable for their actions.”
Raiford believes a more fiscally responsible approach should be used when dealing with citizen's hard earned money.
Historically, tax breaks have proven to stimulate the economy, which can lead to more revenues for local governments.
Libertarians are known for seeking tax reduction, less government, personal freedom and responsiblity. For more information visit the website: www.lpgeorgia.com or www.lpgeorgia.com/douglas .
LPDC holds meetings on the Third Thursday of each month at the Lithia Springs Public Library - 6:30-8:pm .
One-Cent Sales (SPLOST) Tax Targeted
Douglasville, Ga. - January 27, 2006: The Libertarian Party of Douglas County (LPDC) is calling on county leaders to end the additional one-cent Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) and return the sales tax rate to 6%, a 14% reduction in taxes.
Kevin Cherry, Chairman of LPDC, said the citizens of Douglas County have been very generous in approving a SPLOST tax for various projects, but now it’s time to give the citizens a tax break. Cherry points out that as soon as the current one-cent SPLOST ends, Douglas Officials will try to justify continuation of the tax.
“Over five years, a one-cent sales tax reduction could save citizens about $100 million”, Cherry said. “This money is better left in the pockets of citizens where they can put the money back into the local economy.”
Mike Raiford, LPDC's Vice-Chairman, has expressed concern over Commission Chairman, Tom Worthan’s proposal to raise $98 million for a new jail through renewal of the SPLOST or a property tax increase.
Raiford points out that Cobb County Government just used the same “taxing” scare tactics to pass a $1 billion SPLOST, that passed by only 114 votes and a 10% turn out in voters.
“My concern is that the (commission) chairman will do and say whatever he needs to do and say to justify continuing the (SPLOST) tax”, Raiford said. “The county has built a $9 million swimming pool that only a small fraction of citizens will use; its time we hold public officials accountable for their actions.”
Raiford believes a more fiscally responsible approach should be used when dealing with citizen's hard earned money.
Historically, tax breaks have proven to stimulate the economy, which can lead to more revenues for local governments.
Libertarians are known for seeking tax reduction, less government, personal freedom and responsiblity. For more information visit the website: www.lpgeorgia.com or www.lpgeorgia.com/douglas .
LPDC holds meetings on the Third Thursday of each month at the Lithia Springs Public Library - 6:30-8:pm .
posted by James Bell @ Saturday, January 28, 2006
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