Self-Sustaining Should Be Goal

Monday, April 21, 2014

I received the ballot for the assessment increase and director candidates in Bella Vista. I feel the assessment increase is a joke. One of the reasons listed is it will attract new residents. Do you believe that?

Of the four candidates listed, 50 percent of them are avid golfers. They want all property owners to pay a portion of their annual fees regardless of age or health, and all other amenities will be free. I, for one, do not believe this is the American way.

Instead, why not take three or four of the existing courses and divide them into building sites. If we had 1,000 lots that sold for $6,500 per lot, we would have $6.5 million dollars to cover our financial shortfall.

Most fiscally responsible leaders would insist all amenities be self-sustaining, including their golf course.

Richard E Robinson

Bella Vista

NW News on 04/22/2014