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You can thank The Gipper for the proliferation of "user fees" in lieu of taxes. It allows politicians to keep taxes seemingly low, but still collect the necessary revenue while not looking like "tax and spenders." The Fire Dep't isn't guilty here.
It's the disingenuous politicians that perpetuate this BS. These "deficit hawks" succeed in saving you $75 in (tax-deductible) local taxes, while nailing you with a non-deductible fee while you and your neighbor's house goes up in flames.
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As long as the roots are not severed, all will be well in the garden.
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