^ Although I like the idea of more cultural and recreational funding, I don't think that any new tax will fly here. While the majority of people would like new facilities (and this extends to other unrelated civic issues like snow removal, better roads, etc.), but as soon as they are asked to pay for it through tax increases or user fees, their tune changes somewhat.
I doubt that this is unique to Calgary either, as people in general are quick to complain about levels of service and equally as quick to resist funding it.
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