I, like the writer of a June 6 "letter to the editor" titled "Applauds those who voted levy down," live on a fixed income.
I have three children. I also have two parents at the Gardens of the Western Reserve in Streetsboro. I totally get that it takes some people almost half their Social Security, twice a year, to pay taxes. I understand that money in your senior years goes out much faster than it comes in.
However, I voted "For" the school levy, which was on the May 8 ballot.
Did anyone who is reading this letter attend a public school? Did you or have your children or your neighbors' children attended a public school?
If so, who paid for that education?
When we cheat our children out of basic things, like busing and computers, what message does that send?
Have you been in Streetsboro High School where I believe the district is trying to "live on less and do without?"
Better schools build a better community, and excellent schools build an outstanding community.
In my opinion, cities where people put their money into their schools have higher property values, and residents stand to make more on their properties when they need to be sold to take care of Mom or Dad.
By voting against the levy, not only do you cheat our kids, but hurt all seniors, who sooner or later may need to sell. My parents always complained about taxes.
Having the investment in their home in a good community with great schools, upon sale, pays for their care now. Had they lived anywhere else, because their No. 1 selling point was the school district, they would have lost thousands.
To people who say, "Well, I can not afford it," I say, "Our children are worth it."
Please support our local schools.
Carol J. Fruscella
Streetsboro