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Funny how no one in this thread even mentions that sidewalks cost a great deal of money to build. "How dare cities in southern states refuse to build sidewalks
by sol_remmy 9y ago
Funny how no one in this thread even mentions that sidewalks cost a great deal of money to build.
"How dare cities in southern states refuse to build sidewalks for their residents! Sidewalks are essential to quality of life!"
There is no mention of money. No mention that people in southern cities PREFER lower taxes which means less government services.
For anyone from the New England or Colorado or the West Coast: you have great livable cities with lots of amenities but those come at the cost of higher taxes and more regulations. Southern cities may not share your civic culture.
- clra 9y agoWhile sidewalks appear to be a totally unmanageable burden on the budget, somehow it has room for far more expensive roads and other costly auto-related infrastructure. I don't think it's too much to ask for a little equality here. Not everyone paying taxes drives.
- sol_remmy 9y ago> Not everyone paying taxes drives. If this was a city where there were wealthy urbanites who didn't drive, you would be right. If only the poor don't drive, then "Not everyone paying taxes drives" is basically a false statement.
- rconti 9y agoI'm not sure every mile in the suburbs needs sidewalks, but it seems like sort of a necessity in any city. The area referenced is smack dab in the middle of downtown Atlanta.