Mike Fox and the Battle of the Signs
Mike Fox is the ultimate sign protester. At 83 years old, he’s still out there with a grin, a sign, and a cause — whether it’s pushing for a new pool or rallying support for the school bond.
Yesterday, Kadizzle joined Mike down by Green Valley Park to wave signs for the bond campaign. Standing at the intersection, it was heartening to see the steady stream of thumbs-up and honking horns from folks who understand that investing in our community matters.
Of course, there were a few of the usual suspects — the penny-pinching crowd who can’t stomach the idea of paying six or seven dollars a month so that our kids can have a decent pool. These are the same old goats who live in their trailer-court kingdoms, dreaming of hitting the jackpot. They’ll gladly blow ten bucks at the grocery store on lottery tickets, but not a dime to actually improve the town they live in.
The truth is, the old Taylor Pool has been closed for more than five years. It’s crumbling, beyond repair, and in a hopeless location. Qualified engineers have said so. Still, the “duct-tape-it-and-call-it-good” crowd clings to the fantasy that patching the past is cheaper than building for the future.
What they don’t realize is that if the bond passes, Payson could qualify for grants worth eight to fourteen million dollars — free money to multiply our investment. But the goats are their own worst enemy. Poor judgment and missed opportunities are the trademarks of those who never learned the value of a smart investment.
So here’s to Mike Fox — the old lion still roaring at 83 — standing tall with his sign, reminding us all that progress takes courage, not excuses.
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