Refusal to fund necessities shows a regressive attitude

Recent articles in this newspaper have me concerned about the future of Warren County. Almost every county department turned in a budget with significant increases.

Some examples of these increases are due to rising fuel cost, need for new personnel, and new equipment. Most of our county commissioners seem to be strongly opposed to any type of tax increase. As the cost of providing the services Warren County needs continues to rise, how can we expect to not pay more? As a property owner I feel we would be better served with small annual increases in property taxes, instead of waiting till the last minute and suffering large increases.

I?m not saying every budget should be passed without question. However, cutting NEEDED items from departmental budgets because of an unwillingness to raise taxes shows a regressive attitude in our county government.

The citizens of Warren County need a progressive government devoted to helping our community grow and better itself. Our leaders also need to realize that cost increase is inevitable and take the necessary steps to ensure that adequate services are provided to support growth.

Robby Boissonneault

Hidden Valley Circle

McMinnville