The Mayor's Blog
Posted: Friday, January 04, 2013
Tax Policies
Economic growth used to be driven by real estate. Now, it is driven by talent. Talent is more mobile than real estate. We need to make sure we have tax policies that adequately fund public safety, education, and infrastructure. But, we cannot let tax policies drive away talent.
As we discuss changes ahead, let it not be about partisan ideology - liberal vs conservative, blue vs red. Let's talk about what works best and what is best for St. Louis.