HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-059RESOLUTION NO. 02-59
A RESOLUTION JOINING THE CHILDREN'S
SERVICES COUNCIL OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY,
ST. LUCIE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD, AND
OTHER GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES IN
SUPPORTING REFORM OF THE CURRENT
STATE AND LOCAL TAX SYSTEM IN ST.
LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of St. Lucie County, Florida, has made
the following determinations:
1. The State of Florida is facing economic difficulties due to the events of 9-11 and the
current tax system.
2. The best form of government is the government that is closest to the citizens.
3. Local Governmental bodies must work together to empower local decision making that
can effectively address the challenges facing Florida's diverse communities.
4. Reform and simplification of the state and local tax system should result in a long-term,
sustainable tax structure.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of St.
Lucie County, Florida:
1. This Board does hereby join the Children's Services Council of St. Lucie County, St.
Lucie County School Board, and other governmental agencies in conceptually supporting reform of
the current State and Local Tax System.
After motion and second the vote on this resolution was as follows:
Chairman Doug Coward
AYE
Vice Chairman CliffBames
AYE
Commissioner Paula A. Lewis AYE
Commissioner Frannie Hutchinson AYE
Commissioner John D. Bndm AYE
PASSED AND DULY ADOPTED this 22nd day of January, 2002.
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