I love it when city officials trot out news like this, when they are either lying, in a state of denial or just trying to boondoggle us;
“The city of Sioux Falls, contrary to what some people may try to tell you, is very well situated from a financial standpoint,” Rowenhorst said.
We are in great financial shape yet our infrastructure (sewer, water and roads) are falling apart at the seams and we unconstitutionally force our residents to maintain city owned property (trees and sidewalks) and then turn around and cut public safety (SFPD). If we are in such great financial shape why are we struggling to keep up with the basics? If we are such great shape, PROVE IT! Spend the capital.
Make no mistake, all this grandstanding by the mayor about our financial shape is an attempt to take out a big fat loan for a new Events Center. Mark my words. And if Mike thinks he can slip in a funding source that is not approved by voters he will find out really quick how fast your popularity will go in the toilet.