| Contra Costa County, CA | November 6, 2001 Election |
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EconomyBy Tom ButtCandidate for Mayor; City of Richmond |
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The Richmond ECONOMY is is one of the "Three E's" that is an essential part of a healthy Richmond.Eighty percent of General Fund revenue in Richmond comes from local property and sales taxes and franchise and license fees that are tied to Richmond's economic health. The General Fund is what pays for basic services, such as police and fire protection, libraries, street sweeping, maintenance and operation of parks and community centers, recreation programs, community centers, street maintenance, neighborhood council support, the Planning Commission and the Design Review Board. Local employment opportunities are also a function of Richmond's economic health. High employment translates into lower crime rates, better schools, less burden on City services, and higher property values. Richmond still lags behind most Bay Area cities in employment, property values and business activity. As mayor of Richmond, I will continue to provide leadership to implement a new economic development plan that will move Richmond rapidly toward its maximum economic potential. This will increase the tax base, create more revenue for basic municipal services, increase business and employment opportunities, increase property values, and improve the image of Richmond. |
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