Local Business Groups Oppose Proposition A

Three local business organizations have announced opposition to Proposition A on the April 5^th ballot in Jefferson City. 

Proposition A purports to amend Jefferson City’s citywide trash/recycling contract by allowing residents to dispose of their trash however they choose, but Randy Allen of the Jefferson City Area Chamber of Commerce says passage of the proposal would be a step backward for the community and hurt the local economy: “Now we’ve brought Jefferson City into the 21^st century so I think it’s a really big deal for young people and it’s a really big deal for a progressive community.”

Eric Schulte of the Jefferson City Area Board of Realtors acknowledges that the trash/recycling program could be improved upon but says voiding the program by passing Proposition A is not the way to do it.  “By cancelling this contract it is just going to cost everyone more money. There is not much, if any, gain that can possibly come from cancelling this contract.”

Civic Progress, a group representing Jefferson City largest employers, also has announced its opposition to Proposition A and contributed funds to help Citizens for Responsible Progress campaign against it.

Jenny Smith of Citizens for Responsible Progress says her group appreciates the support of the three business groups. “These are serious-minded individuals who want what is best for our community and its future.  They understand that Proposition A is not simply a matter of how we get rid of our garbage, but also how we can grow into a progressive and prosperous community.”