[Goldwingnut]

Originally Posted by ton80

Don
The basic problem is that nothing is clear on funding. The IFD referendum only applies to the The Villages IFD. Nothing has been stated as to how the SCFD will be funded in clear terms. There are inferences made on what the budget discussions might mean. But there is nothing in clear language from the BOCC or any Sumter County office or Manager. If nothing more becomes clear in written language, I for one will vote NO.

Hopefully someone will make it clear and actionable.

Thank you for your attempts to clarify what may happen. The Villages CDD head and the County administrator need to put out a joint statement defining how the funding and taxes will work. I apologize in advance if I do not have their official titles stated correctly.

This is not a BOCC issue to deal with and nothing will be done beyond the current actions taken by the BOCC until 1) the referendum outcome is known and 2) the audit of the SCFD costs is completed. The BOCC has taken the position of not taking a position on the IFD referendum, it is up to the villages residents to decide and the VPSD/District to sell. Every BOCC member has a portion of the villages in their district and is accountable to the entire county for their actions and/or inactions. Of the 5 BOCC members 4 are Villages residents, I know the other 3 of these commissioners to be fair, level headed, untainted, honest, intelligent, and reasonable individuals that will make the right decisions that are in the best interests of all of Sumter County. Have some faith in the leaders you have elected, if they fail you, the ballot box is stronger than a hatchet on the next election day.