ISSUE #180: The City's Disturbing Pattern of Feathering Its Own Nest 11/25/20

"Government does not tax to get the money it needs; government always finds a need for the money it gets." -- Ronald Reagan

ASPEN TIMES COLUMN

In keeping with the topic of "local housing issues," this week's column focuses on the city of Aspen's hypocrisy. 

On one hand, the city oversees our housing program, yet on the other, it regularly grants itself exemptions from housing mitigation requirements. Additionally, over time, the city has built and amassed a proprietary housing portfolio for its own employees using public funds, and has tapped into the general housing fund meant for the community for its own benefit.

Read my column in today's Aspen Times HERE.