Value is an intangible quality that is tough to get your arms around.
Some people value a tractor or combine for the efficiency and time savings they offer.
The farm implement may, and typically does, have a huge price tag, but its value for the farmer offsets the price. Similarly, many people value a washing machine, doctor or quality education, regardless of the price, because of the perceived investment they are making. Many of us can't imagine life without some of those now-priceless goods and services. The value of a county administrator has the potential to be priceless too. After decades of discussion, a referendum for the new position and the appointment and eventual withdrawal of a candidate for county administrator, the issue will finally be on the ballot Tuesday for voters to decide.