There's only one pocket!

The mentality of having to spend money drives me absolutely crazy!

The three levels of government think they have to tax and spend. Well guess what folks there is only ONE taxpayer and the taxpayer is tapped out and had enough!

Let’s use the recent Federal Stimulus Money as an example. The projects had to be “shovel ready” and the money spent in a limited fashion and restricted time frame. So as a result you see a lot of paving companies enjoying work on repaving walking paths, some of which had no need to be done. In Mississauga we've decided that they've offered the money, so let’s use it. We've come up with projects like installing outdoor exercise equipment around Lake Aquitaine and now two of the areas are fenced off! ALL THIS JUST SO THE POLITICIANS COULD SPEND YOUR MONEY.

I would have at least asked some questions. OK what makes sense? Perhaps something like the Civic Square at City Hall...and what does not make sense? Let's not throw money away!

I understand and feel your pain. Politicians forget that there is only one taxpayer! I wouldn't throw my own money away and I will not throw your money away.