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Old 10-05-2010, 01:30 PM   #365
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Originally Posted by SebC View Post
That's just it. Sustainable growth means new communities pay for themselves which not only lowers the total tax burden shared by everyone, but it especially alleviates the disproportionate taxation of the inner city. On the supply side of things, removing the subsidies for low-density, infrastructure intensive communities puts inner city development back on an even footing, meaning supply will increase. Demand increases to, but the net effect of sustainable development is that the cost of living closer to work goes down. Economically sustainable growth is inherently linked to accessibility. That's the beauty of it!
Where is your stance on the disproportionate taxation of Albertans within confederation? Consistant studies show that Albertans pay more than they recieve in services/transfers annually in the billions.
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