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Article: Black Forest voters get their chance on Tuesday
- Article from:
- The Gazette
- Article date:
- April 22, 2007
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After months of debate, Black Forest voters on Tuesday will
decide whether to form a city. Supporters say it would give
residents control over how the area develops and protect its natural
resources.
Opponents say the city would cost too much and create an
unnecessary layer of government, providing services locals already
receive.
ARGUMENTS FOR INCORPORATION
Forming a city would let residents protect Black Forest from
development creeping up from Colorado Springs.
Controlling development would protect the area's dwindling water
supply.
El Paso County officials, who make land decisions, don't look out
for the area's best interests and often ignore locals' wishes.
Property tax cost is ...