An interesting article in the Rhino Times suggests that the Republicans in Raleigh expect the town of Summerfield to increase its property taxes. It must do so or risk losing its town charter.
The concept the General Assembly Republicans are advancing is that there are certain “paper towns” in the state of North Carolina that do not fulfill the usual functions and services that towns usually provide. Summerfield is apparently felt to be one of them.
If it doesn’t do more and raise its taxes on citizens, the town might see its own demise under legislation being discussed.
Of course, Summerfield historically would be expected to be a favorable area for Republicans from a political standpoint. Those serving in the General Assembly are intentionally hurting their own constituency there once again. They did this also with the David Couch rezoning/ annexation.
This is pretty awful. Where is the demand for this type of initiative?
The Republicans in Raleigh ought to be much more interested in influencing the behavior of far-left cities like Greensboro– and leave Summerfield alone.
If you ask me , I’d guess that they just don’t care.
I think you’re right, Fred. Pretty sad to see…
How undemocratic can you be! Summerfield residents aren’t allowed to decide how much to tax themselves!
There’s money changing hands. The Republican initiating this should be investigated.
Absolutely, J. Sobran. The entire matter with David Couch’s rezoning led to narratives being disseminated that Summerfield intentionally keeps blacks out, with the implication it was founded for that purpose. Of course, these narratives were crafted to help Couch and his case. He gave a lot of money to certain legislators. Now, they suddenly discover “paper towns”.
The residents of Summerfield should identify who these busybody legislators are and shame them to high heaven. Including publishing who is contributing money to them.
I would go one step further, J. Sobran. They ought to put their money into political efforts to unseat those responsible, and organize toward that end.