Why TABOR matters:
The City of Steamboat Springs failed to ask voters for a new city property tax – a clear violation of taxpayers’ rights. The TABOR Committee is assisting with legal advice.
Feb
22
Category Archives: Why TABOR Matters
Feb
22
Why TABOR Matters on February 20
Why TABOR matters:
The TABOR Committee reviewed a proposed ballot measure for a mil levy increase for the Park County Fire District. The language was proper; the voters said yes.
Feb
22
Why TABOR Matters on February 22
Why TABOR matters:
The TABOR Committee is helping citizens in Loveland to determine any violations and legal cause of action regarding the city’s efforts to skirt TABOR on its cable internet project.
Feb
19
Why TABOR Matters on February 19
Why TABOR matters:
Sometimes you need a watchdog.
TABOR Committee legal counsel reviewed charges that the Park County Clerk removed TABOR Blue Book language.
Feb
18
Why TABOR Matters on February 18
Why TABOR matters:
The TABOR Committee provided input, recommendations, and education for citizens opposing a tax rate increase in their local Urban Flood Control District
Feb
17
Why TABOR Matters on February 17th
Why TABOR matters:
The Craig City council approved a ballot question to increase the sales tax by 1.75%. Craig City Council followed the law and asked voters permission to do so. The city faces a budget deficit of $1.2 million a year for the next two years. If passed, the new tax would raise an additional $2.1 million annually. The new tax increase passed by 88 votes of 2,327 votes cast.
Feb
15
Why TABOR Matters on February 15
Why TABOR matters:
Iowans for Tax Relief reached out for help in their efforts to protect taxpayers. The idea that citizens should have a say in how much tax they are mandated to pay – and how it’s used has wide appeal!
Feb
14
Why TABOR Matters on February 14th
Why TABOR matters:
TABOR Committee provided input, recommendations, education, training and review for state representatives in South Dakota on protecting taxpayers’ rights.
Feb
13
Why TABOR Matters Today, February 13th
Why TABOR matters:
Town of Stratton wanted to impose a new use tax without asking voters. A citizen asked TABOR Committee for advice. Result: town leaders decided to remove the question due to “technical reasons.”