Chemistry 215-Engelhardt

Riverwood Taxpayer Association Members: Background Information

Your organization is concerned with the financial effects of the fish kill on Riverwood citizens. Thus, your presentation should include some important questions:

 • Who will pay for the water brought into

Riverwood during the water shutoff?

• Will taxes be increased to compensate local businesspeople for their financial losses? (Keep in mind that local merchants themselves are likely to be Riverwood taxpayers!)

• If the organization responsible for the fish kill implements measures to prevent its recurrence, will its costs be passed on to consumers? If so, how?