Barb Lickness, describing many sinister activities at convenience stores, writes:
"So, the issue of "corner stores" isn't as cut and dried as one might think." Vicky responds: I beg to differ. It is cut and dried. Denying property rights to a new business person will not solve any crimes being committed by existing business persons. The negatives that Barb describes are real and valid complaints. But the wrong weapon is being used to attack the problem. Rather than enforce the laws, Minneapolis chooses to deny property rights. I honestly do not understand this logic. Since I'm an accountant, should I be denied the opportunity to earn a living because I might do what the Enron guys did? Only in Minneapolis! Another point to remember is that Minneapolis charges business properties 400% more than homeowners in property taxes. You are already penalizing them for being in business. Vicky Heller North Oaks REMINDERS: 1. Think a member has violated the rules? Email the list manager at [EMAIL PROTECTED] before continuing it on the list. 2. Don't feed the troll! Ignore obvious flame-bait. For state and national discussions see: http://e-democracy.org/discuss.html For external forums, see: http://e-democracy.org/mninteract ________________________________ Minneapolis Issues Forum - A City-focused Civic Discussion - Mn E-Democracy Post messages to: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe, Un-subscribe, etc. at: http://e-democracy.org/mpls
