Why Is the Source of the Funding That Purchased the Property Important?

FAQ: Why Is the Source of the Funding That Purchased the Property Important?

The source of the funding matters because it ensures that taxpayer dollars are used for their intended purpose, not redirected by government bureaucrats for something else.

In 1922, a special tax was approved specifically to purchase land for veterans' memorials and meeting places—not for any other use. This land was legally designated for veterans, ensuring a dedicated space for their community and services.

Key Reasons Why This Matters:

🔹 Legal Restrictions Apply – The land cannot be used for purposes outside of veterans’ use without violating tax law.

🔹 Taxpayer Trust Matters – When taxpayers approve a special tax, they expect the funds to be used as promised. Repurposing the land for a fire station breaks that trust.

🔹 Accountability & Oversight – Public funds must be managed transparently. If the

County can redirect special-use land and funds at will, what’s stopping them from misusing other taxpayer-funded projects?

This is not just about this property—it’s about holding the government accountable and ensuring that taxpayer money is spent as intended. If we allow this land to be misused, what stops them from doing it again elsewhere?

💡 Bottom Line: The County made a promise when they taxed the public to purchase this land for veterans. That promise must be upheld.

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Yes to the Station, NO to the Location