Well, I guess the residents are never going to see their return of the 1/4% income tax that every city council member said they would rescind as soon as the city got back on its feet. We still need that money now for a concert here, another trail, a paved parking lot there. The spending never stops!

Maybe you'd rather live in a town where they roll the sidewalks up at night then, Dave. Hasta la vista baby.

Or maybe you didn't grow up here and are jealous and bitter about those of us that did. In a nutshell, get over it and buy a ticket. You may just enjoy yourself and find out that the proverbial "stick" might fall out after a good time.

I am a 16 year resident of the city and give credit to the administration for providing adult events like these concerts. I have attended many of the concerts and can say that they are a very nice evening out while being inexpensive and close to home!

I too had concerns about our tax dollars being spent like this and asked questions. If this concert is like the others, ticket sales and corporate sponsorships cover the entire cost fronted by the city so there is no money out of the city's budget. It is nice to see local business become anchors in our community by sponsoring events like this.

Every night of the week there are public meetings at City Hall where dozens of our fellow residents sit on boards and commissions to help guide our leaders on the decisions they make. Some decisions, like these concerts are win-win-win for everyone! Rather then sitting at a stand still I am happy that we are able to still repair our roads and see other vibrant activities dispite the current economy.

I was not born in this country but consider my self the luckiest to be here. It is too bad many people do not realize the benefits of living in a place where they have the right to voice their opinion even when it's based on what they don't know.

Nasser Ejaz

Nasser, I love the points you contributed and thank you for your perspective!

It is my understanding that the Rock the Park concerts have never cost the city a dime. In fact, they have MADE the city money each and every time. I think these concerts, along with our parks and trails are just a few of the things that make Twinsburg a really fun and special place to live.

I'm really looking forward to seeing Michael Stanley!

A few story notes: (A) Schroeder said he expects to sell around 1,500 tickets or more, which should makeup the cost. (B) While council approved $45,000, it doesn't necessarily mean the entire amount will be used. They just want to make sure enough money is there. Thanks for the great discussion!