Taxpayer Symposium
Won't Hit the Target
Whether or not you’re in the Westside School District or not, I highly recommend you show up to this event and take notes or at least enjoy some food. The Westside School District is sensitive about property taxes.
However, I am not able to attend and am skeptical of such forums. This forum will explain where your property taxes go, but it will have no focus as to what is wrong with the current tax system. Yet, I firmly believe many would value hearing what these officials have to say.
Nebraska’s property tax system is overtly complicated between levies and evaluations and as to what taxing authorities have access to such funds. Nebraska’s economy has changed in the digital age. Property taxes are destroying the ability of people to own and maintain homes.
But some believe education needs more funds. If they truly believe this, they can donate to the Westside Foundation which does many good things (https://wcsfoundation66.org/support/special-campaigns-and-projects/).
Anyways, I copied the full email announcement below for your viewing.
Westside Families and Neighbors,
Curious about where your property tax dollars go? Want to know more about the budgets and services shaping our community? We’ve got you covered—and dinner’s on us!
Join us for an engaging community Taxpayer Symposium, featuring updates and insights from:
Papio-Missouri River Natural Resources District (NRD)
Douglas County
Learning Community of Douglas and Sarpy Counties
Westside Community Schools
This is your chance to:
✅ Get the facts about property tax requests.
✅ Learn how local budgets impact YOU.
✅ Ask questions and get answers directly from decision-makers.
Before we talk, enjoy a free meal of hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, and cookies!
JOIN US:
📅 Date: Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024
🕔 Time: 6:00 - 7:00 (dinner at 5:30)
📍 Location: Westside High School, 8701 Pacific Street (use the main entrance)
Bring your appetite, your questions, and your neighbors! This is a great opportunity to connect, learn, and enjoy a meal with friends and family while staying informed about our community.
Mark your calendar, spread the word, and join us for an evening of conversation and connection. We can’t wait to see you there!
Sincerely,
Elizabeth Power
Director of Communications & Engagement
Westside Community Schools