But Campbell County has hit tough financial times. The payroll tax is our largest single source of revenue, and we haven't approved an increase since 1986. It was not an easy or thoughtless vote, though down the line some hack pol, campaign handler or reporter will make it seem that way. It was a brutally difficult decision for all involved, but one that had to be made, the fiscal court members determined. The pledge is promoted by a Washington-based government spending watchdog group called Americans for Tax Reform, which asks members of Congress and state legislatures to sign.
Lots do, including almost all the state lawmakers in Northern Kentucky.
Keeping taxes low is something we all want our elected officials to pursue. More than 40 lawmakers who signed the pledge aren't even listening. Again, a laudable goal. But there are times when more money is needed. Costs go up.