Fire and Police Renovation

Fire Chief Brian Seymour and I have been giving power point presentations on the Fire/Police Improvement project and the reception from all groups has been extremely positive. I am truly surprised at how people find the presentation extremely informative and educational.

If you are interested in seeing the presentation, it is shown on Cable Channel 7 at 11:00 AM and 8:30 PM, Monday thru Sunday. I really urge you to watch the video as it will help you decide how to vote on July 8 at the Warren County Administrative Building (Clinton at Buxton).

The video shows the differences in the proposed sales tax compared to a property tax to fund the project. The differences are enormous and really should be well understood by our citizens. It makes a real difference. For example, the sales tax would only last 10 years compared to 15 years for a property tax. And, the sales tax would cost a family of 4 about $60 annually if they spent $500/month on taxable items. That compares to $123/year for property tax on a home valued at $200,000. As I said, the differences are significant. And, everyone who buys taxable items in Indianola will pay for this important project thru sales tax. The property tax only collects from taxable property in Indianola so it does not include the college, churches or other non-profit entities.

As always, if you have any questions about this project, please feel free to call me at 961-9410 or e-mail me at tzisoff@cityofindianola.com