It’s Your Money
Kendra May 19th, 2008
Want to have a say in how your tax dollars are spent? This year is shaping up to make a large dent in most wallets at a time when prices for everything from gas to groceries is rising. As more Americans must exercise fiscal prudence, by creating and sticking to a budget, shouldn’t our local government do the same? Attend the Seattle City Council Budget Community meeting Tuesday night from 5:30-7:30pm at the Ballard Northwest Senior Center Activity Center located at 5429 32nd Avenue NW. This meeting will provide the opportunity to talk directly with your elected Council members on how your money is spent in the 2009-2010 city budget. How many of us even know the process of how the budget is created? The meeting will include a glimpse into something that is a mystery to most - the budgeting process.
Grab a pencil and spend some time prioritizing where your tax money should be spent….what do you feel strongly is a necessity and what is something that little money should be allocated toward?
Social Services
Parks and Green Space
Housing for Low Income or Homeless
Police and Emergency Services
Increased bike lanes
These are only a few of the typical items that are listed as part of the city budget. Share your comments on the best and worst uses of your city tax dollars.
