RI state beaches charging on Mothers Day

[likwid]

Originally Posted by Jim in CT

And they also don't even know what the word "tax" means. I believe they have no sales tax, nor a state income tax?

6.25% sales tax along with cities/counties/towns can impose up to an additional 2%.

I guess they know what "tax" means.

[RIJIMMY]

Originally Posted by likwid

6.25% sales tax along with cities/counties/towns can impose up to an additional 2%.

I guess they know what "tax" means.

yes high property taxes, but guess what? that $$$$ goes to my kids school and to my town. It creates a lot of local pride. Im willing to pay when I reap the benefits.
The sales tax is only a few % more than here and will take a LONG time before it adds up to what I pay in MA income tax.
But that is not the point of this thread, the point is that states lose sight of what drives the economy. People dropping $$ at Georges or for ice cream or at CharlieO's benefits the people of RI, not the revenue generated from beach fees. Its bad business.
Its also bad for citizens. I think children who grow up on the beaches are a - active and b-appreciate the beauty and wildlife.

[likwid]

Originally Posted by RIJIMMY

I think children who grow up on the beaches are a - active and b-appreciate the beauty and wildlife.

With what you prefaced it with, that wouldn't be appreciating it, that's taking it for granted.