Post by taxpayer on May 1, 2009 11:52:51 GMT -5
I have been a Wantagh taxpayer for over 30 years and have always believed in a progressive school system including a robust sports program. However, this year’s proposed tax increase is absurd given the economic downturn and its corrosive impact on all of us. The Board’s budget power point presentation tries to neatly justify the tax hike but FAILS to explain why Wantagh ranks first in Nassau in terms of a budget increase. I am sure that while other districts care as much for the educational well being of their children they seems able to do so with less. Does Wantagh have more sport teams than other comparatively sized districts? If Wantagh’s cost per student ranks so low compared to other districts why we are unable to realistically contain expenditures while persevering educational quality and taxpayer fairness. Hopefully someone can provide clarity on why our district is Nassau Counties tax hike champion!