Exploring Solutions to the Eviction Crisis, Utility Taxation, and the Two-State Solution

Key Highlights :

1. The writer suggests that local governments help with rent due to the "tsunami" of eviction cases.

2. The writer suggests that the solution to the "tsunami" of eviction cases is for property owners to provide free housing again, and this will set a precedent.

3. The writer suggests that the solution to the "tsunami" of eviction cases is for the money to be delivered by the government.

     The eviction crisis, utility taxation, and the two-state solution are all issues that have been discussed in the East Bay Times Letters to the Editor recently. In this article, we will explore potential solutions to these issues and what could happen if they are implemented.

     The eviction crisis has been an ongoing problem in the East Bay for some time. A letter writer recently suggested that local governments help with current rent due rather than expecting property owners to provide free housing again. While this could be a good solution, it would require taxpayers to provide the revenue either directly or indirectly. Additionally, this could set a precedent for renters to expect to live rent-free if they don’t pay rent regardless of their capacity to pay.

     Another issue that has been discussed in the East Bay Times Letters to the Editor is utility taxation. The proposed PG&E utility tax could be problematic because not all of the income shown on a tax return is current income. Many of us are required to take Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) which must be included on the total income line for the taxes to be collected. Therefore, it is important that the taxing authorities do not divulge any such information to the utility companies.

     The two-state solution has been a controversial issue for many years. A letter writer recently discussed how Houston reduced homelessness by more than 60% and veteran homelessness to virtually zero. While this is impressive, it is unclear how this was accomplished and what the budget for the project was. It is likely that a lot of money was involved, and it would be interesting to know what triggered the cultural sea change that allowed this to happen.

     In conclusion, the eviction crisis, utility taxation, and the two-state solution are all important issues that need to be addressed. While there are potential solutions to these issues, it is important to consider the potential consequences of implementing them. It is also important to understand the history of these issues and the budget that would be required to make meaningful progress.

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