County Commission told not to interfere by Mineral County Republicans

Last Thursday night, concerned by the results of a recent County Commission meeting, the Mineral County Republican Executive Committee passed a resolution presented by Rose Anne Maine, Mineral County Assessor.

Property Owner Rights and Economic Development Resolution

Whereas… The implementation of building codes, their fees and requirements would adversely impact the economy, cost of construction, property rights, and personal rights of the residents of Mineral County;

Whereas… The citizen homeowners and businesses are struggling as their property tax bills soar having an adverse effect on the economic development of Mineral County;

Whereas… The economy works best in a free market atmosphere free from government intervention and regulation;

Therefore let it be Resolved… That the Mineral County Republican Party urges the Mineral County Commission to oppose any additional tax or fee burden placed on the homeowners, businesses, and contractors of Mineral County;

Let it be further Resolved… That the Mineral County Republican Party urges the Mineral County Commission to oppose any additional requirements placed on building construction within Mineral County;

Let it be further Resolved… That the Mineral County Republican Party supports that building codes only be enacted by the people’s vote.