Originally Posted by
docmo
Huggy,
Sure, you're right. I hate the fact that Obama & Congress are raising my Federal tax bracket to 39.6% on Jan 1st. What the hell can I do about that? Do you think sending letters or making phone calls to Obama, Levin or Stabenow will change their minds. McCotter is already for extending the tax cuts.
The real point is that the City income tax is something that can be very easily addressed. Just move out of the City and the tax goes away. I moved back to Northville Township and I love it. It's really nice here. Two quaint and vibrant downtowns [[Northville & Plymouth). Easy access to Ann Arbor or downtown Detroit. Great parks nearby.
I am a fan of the City. I recently rented a loft downtown for 2 years. It was great at that time in my life, but it sure wasn't some panacea. Everyone on this board is well aware of Detroit's warts and some here even appreciate her attributes. Despite those warts [[ City Income Tax included), Detroit works for you. For me, the beautiful house and yard on a golf course with no city income tax works better. You enjoy your bike rides on Belle Isle, I enjoy my runs in Hines Park and Maybury State Park.
On one of your next bike rides, maybe you'll pass me, my wife and our 11 month old daughter taking a stroll down the RiverWalk. We remain fans of Detroit. We also remain fans of money staying in our bank account rather than going to the City. We have to save up for that Obama tax man!