Jim Chapman sits down with Lt. Scobie of the DS Police Department and Alex Watts of the DS Fire Department discuss the proposed hotel tax on the upcoming ballot in Denham Springs. This tax that will not be a burden to the citizens of the City of Denham Springs aims to improve the salaries and benefits of both departments with no impact to local citizens. Lieutenant Scobie underscores the importance of educating the community on the tax’s purpose, while Watts shares the operational challenges faced by the fire department. They explain that the initiative addresses retention issues and competitive pay to attract skilled personnel. The episode highlights the tax’s strict allocation for compensation and its broader benefits for community safety and property values.

You can learn more about this tax by visiting
  https://www.sosdenhamsprings.com 

Timestamps
03:22 Proposed Hotel Tax Discussion
05:45 Understanding the Tax's Purpose
11:20 Exploring the Funding Mechanism
14:20 The Importance of Competitive Pay
25:20 The Impact of the Tax on Services
27:17 Voting on the Ballot
34:53 Final Thoughts and Call to Action
 
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