George,

Just a note of correction to Mr. Kevin Cox's note on tax reduction. I am not pandering to anybody in my effort to fully consider a tax rate decrease. Nor am I running for office this year. I believe that not to fully consider relief in these flush times would be irresponsible and a disservice to the citizens of Charlottesville. The argument for or against relief is by no means a static one but instead is very dynamic. Therefore, as a public servant I feel compelled to look at all elements of the budget, every year, no matter how uncomfortable or difficult.

Blake Caravati (electronic mail, March 31, 2000).