TAXES

Taxes are an essential element of a properly functioning society. Taxes must be responsibly levied for the shared needs and benefits of those who are a part of that society and community, which includes groups of people such as residents, businesses, employees, workers, students, customers, and visitors.

I believe taxes are best structured in ways that are tied to one’s ability or willingness to pay, and through diverse and distributed means. The current City tax levy in Northfield is lopsided against residential property taxes, and I plan to propose ways we can distribute and balance our taxes.

I support investment in our community so Northfield remains a vibrant city for all, as we need safe and properly maintained streets, water that is safe to drink, functioning city services, trained and equipped emergency responders, and public areas, facilities, and amenities for all generations to live rich and fulfilling lives.

We can and must invest in and maintain our City in a financially responsible way. I am committed to leveraging my experience in business, government, large-scale project management, and diverse stakeholder team leadership to help Northfield improve upon our current tax structure.

One of my main campaign pledges is to focus on ways to reduce residential property taxes. Below are some options I support, and I am open to the necessary deliberation on City Council, with City Staff, and with voters to find ways to reduce the burden on property taxes: