We simply do not have the population here to warrant building a performing arts center. Tampa has a performing arts center and I remember a time when they were so desperate (summertime) to bring in revenue that they reduced ticket prices to $10.00 each. Yes, I went to see the Florida Symphony Orchestra and only paid $10. I even had "el primo" up front seat.
It's not my intention to start an argument, but it's been my experience that some people come to Florida from high tax states up north and it's not long before they vote for everything that requires more taxes. Don't get me wrong, they like the low taxes in Florida. But they also like to vote for every item that comes along requiring higher taxes. Go figure.
The general rule is: Don't tax me, tax the guy behind the tree. In other words, some people who already have their homes want Sumter to have an impact fee.
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