"We must think outside the box to help pay for the sewer system"

Friends,

     Today, a store owner spoke concerning business.  "It has been hard.  I have done everything I know to turn things around.  I am running out of money and it is frightening.  I am not against the sewer, but by the time it gets here; it may be too late.  I am not the only one.  What are we going do?"

     After hearing that the construction may be over by late fall next year, the shop owner said, "that is a light at the end of the tunnel.  That is good news."

     The shop owner went on to say, "to pay for a sewer system we must think outside the box, we have to get creative."

      Leaving the conversation for another duty, the discussion remained within.  "We must think outside the box to help pay for the sewer system."

      Indeed we must!

      Perhaps developers will offer to help.

      Perhaps local citizens will make a special gift to benefit the community they love.

      Perhaps there is State and Federal money.  Maybe 50 letters to our Congressman and Senator.

      Perhaps people who love Salado but no longer live here will give a special gift.

      Perhaps grant writers will volunteer to write.

      Perhaps someone wants to leave a legacy for the good of all.

      Just brainstorming.  Maybe you have a creative idea.  If so, share it with an Alderman or Alderwoman.

       The more more money we can find; the less we have to borrow; the less we borrow, the less our taxes.

       No idea is too crazy; no suggestion is too stupid.

       Share you thoughts.

                           Very respectfully, Skip