One thing we’ve noticed in recent weeks is that the property tax conversation is not dying down. In fact, it seems to be escalating heading into the Mary election.

We take that as a good sign. At the risk of repeating ourselves, we feel the most important aspect of the upcoming election is that everyone who votes makes it to the polls armed with as much information as possible. For it or against it, a vote on such an impactful election for Fountain Hills should not be made lightly.

Here at The Times, we’ve heard just about every argument you can imagine. While we appreciate and absolutely encourage the continued use of letters to achieve this goal, we’re also encouraged to see more folks making it out to the various public meetings in order to discuss the primary property tax in person. Some have taken those opportunities to list the reasons they support the measure while others have offered arguments and criticism against the tax. Some statement from both sides have been made from the heart while others have been backed by previous budgets, council decisions, statistics, studies and the like. Whether relying on your gut or a stack of documents, we feel the entire spectrum of arguments is valid.

This conversation needs to continue and, while we might not all agree on whether or not the property tax is right for Fountain Hills, at least all cards will be out on the table for the community to consider before voting.