Tim Carr could lead the way

If you’re an older person or if you expect to become one, pay attention to the campaign promise of Tim Carr, candidate for Newark City School Board.

In the Advocate voters guide he lists as his top priority, if elected, to explore “ways to restructure funding for Newark City Schools that will help our senior citizens and property owners.”

He was a bit more specific when interviewed by the Dispatch/ThisWeek.

“He ... said the district needs to think about the renewal of the income tax levy now and start to think about restructuring it, to ensure no retirement benefits are taxed and seniors don't have to pay for it.”

As a prelude to that statement, Tim said “the school district needs to continue to be fiscally responsible, even with the spring passage of an additional 7.5 mills for five years to meet emergency requirements. Estimates show the money could keep the district from deficit spending for the next three to four years, but Carr asked if the district could be creative and make it last longer.”

Further, he mentions that during his short tenure on the school board he has felt “like an advocate for the kids and the people."

These statements reflect the right attitudes and ambitions. I hope he gets elected because students, parents, and taxpayers need a school board that works better and smarter. Tim could lead the way.