The Labor-Management Council urges area voters to participate in the Nov, 7 elections for local government, school board and issue races. Each vote counts even more in off-year races and it’s vital for our communities to have their say in local government.

As part of our mission to enhance collaboration by solidifying trust and communication between labor and management in the community, the LMC takes public issue positions that reflect a consensus of labor and management and have an impact on the region’s economy and quality of life. The LMC’s positions for Nov. 7, adopted unanimously by the Board of Directors comprised of one-half from labor, one-half from management:

•YES to Kansas City, Mo. Question 1. The issue renews the 3/8 cent sales tax for the Kansas City Transportation Authority enabling critical mass transit for the city. The tax, which the LMC has supported since first enacted earlier this century and upon its first renewal, supplies about 30% of the KCATA’s budget.

•YES to Jackson County Question 1. This issue allows the county to enact a use tax, as many localities have done since a U.S. Supreme Court decision, on purchases of out of state goods. The county plans to use the funds for infrastructure, county buildings and homeless services.

The LMC also reminds voters in Kansas that local government and school board races are on the Nov. 7 ballot.

Please let us know of any questions. See you at the polls Tuesday!