They’re taxes. And what follows are the reasons why. As we’ve demonstrated elsewhere, “each year, the District establishes…annual Recreation…and Beach Facility Fee(s)…collected from property owners within the District through a levy placed on the(ir) property tax bill(s)…As part of the … Continue reading →
In a word, no. There are many reasons why not. Consider the following: What The District Tells Us The RFF Represents: As we’ve elsewhere discussed, “Each year as part of the annual budget process the Board traditionally approves a Resolution … Continue reading →
In a word, no. Similar to our discussion regarding the District’s Recreation Facility Fees (“RFFs”), there are many reasons why not. Consider the following: What The District Tells Us The BFF Represents: As we’ve elsewhere discussed, “Each year as part … Continue reading →
In a word, no! As we’ve elsewhere stated, given “the Nevada Constitution is The ‘Supreme Law of The State which `control[s] over any conflicting statutory provisions,’” “it is fundamental to our federal, constitutional system of government that a State legislature … Continue reading →
In a word, no! As elsewhere explained, “In a nonexchange transaction, a government gives (or receives) value without directly receiving (or giving) equal value in return. This is different from an exchange transaction, in which each party receives and gives … Continue reading →
As we’ve elsewhere discussed, the District not only has the power to levy an ad valorem tax against all non-exempt parcels within its boundaries, but it actually takes advantage of this power. However, there are explicit monetary limits on the … Continue reading →
In a word, no! Given “the Nevada Constitution is The ‘Supreme Law of The State which `control[s] over any conflicting statutory provisions,’” “it is fundamental to our federal, constitutional system of government that a State legislature (or here a limited … Continue reading →
In a word, yes! Preface: Before we begin, we suggest the reader familiarize him/herself with the District’s Fund Structure. For purposes of this discussion we feel the reader needs understand the District’s Community Services and Beach Funds. So with that … Continue reading →
Because the RFF/BFF do not satisfy the minimum requisites for a legitimate “fee,” as we’ve elsewhere demonstrated, they do not qualify as “annexation charges.” Nevertheless, let’s assume arguendo the RFF/BFF can be “fees.” As we’ve elsewhere documented, according to staff … Continue reading →
For the reasons which follow, the answer is no! What is a “Special Assessment?” Since this subject is thoroughly examined at our What is a Special Assessment web page, rather than repeating ourselves, we simply refer the reader to this discussion. Listen … Continue reading →