"Desperate to save police, fire and other city jobs, a divided Phoenix City Council on Tuesday approved a sales tax on grocery items that will generate tens of millions of dollars a year.
The 2 percent food tax will take effect April 1 and expire after five years, though Mayor Phil Gordon said the council has the option of reversing its decision after it hears from the public during 15 budget hearings planned for this month."
I am going have to drive an extra 5-10 miles to do my food shopping just to avoid this tax? I am already paying a 8.3% tax. Unbelievable!Tax booze, smokes, fast food, junk food, but not healthy food.
I was with you right til the end there, Matty Baby. I don't want to pay taxes on my booze, smokes or fast food any more than you want to pay them on your healthy groceries. Why should I have to shell out because you or the government disapprove of the way i live my life?
ReplyDeleteI am not a fan of the existing state/city taxes and I do not want to see them increased.
ReplyDeleteIf they want to increase taxes, they should lower the taxes on known healthy items vs junk food. I would rather got to a fast food joint that offers a turkey burger on whole wheat bread for $1, while a big mac or whopper is $10. This would encourage the person to choose the healthier option if they are on a budget. I remember in college it was all about filling yourself up for the cheapest cost. But, the food that you get for cheap is not healthy.
If i want to indulge every once in while, than I will have to pay the extra money to do so.