From the Elkhart Truth:
Goshen schools is seeking the public’s support for a $17.5 million project that would bring a new pool and other improvements to the schools.
Those living in the Goshen schools district can vote on Nov. 5 either for or against the project. A majority of “yes” votes means that the project will be funded by additional property taxes for people who own property in the district.
Some who live in Goshen don’t think that the project is a good idea, for several different reasons.
High cost to taxpayers
Carl Van Gilst of Goshen said on Tuesday, Oct. 22, that he feels it’s unfair that people who don’t own property — and therefore wouldn’t be affected by increased property taxes — are allowed to vote.
“Everybody who lives in town, whether they rent an apartment or anything, gets their word in equally,” Van Gilst said.
He pointed out the additional taxes are predicted to be just $3.09 per month for the average person who owns a home in Goshen. But that amount is significantly higher for people who own commercial property.
Information prepared by Goshen schools, presented in several public meetings and available to view on the school corporation’s website, states that if the building project is approved in the Nov. 5 vote, the additional taxes on a commercial property worth $100,000 would be $109.80 per year, or $9.15 per month.
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http://www.elkharttruth.com/article/20131023/NEWS01/710239938
