In 2006 Mesa, Arizona was named by Money Magazine as one of the best places in America to Retire. Among the positive elements behind the choice was financial.

As Mesa approaches a half million residents, it offers something no other of American city of it's size can- No Property Tax.

For the past sixty years Mesa residents have not had to pay taxes on their property. Two years ago the residents went to the polls. It was proposed that a property tax be allowed to help pay for the many services that the fast-growing city was finding trouble funding. Residents rejected a property tax by a three to two margin.

Mesa voters will head to the polls next week to decide once again whether they want to tax their property to pay for some of the items the city wants.

This time the decision will be wrapped in two measures, both of them bonds. One for public safety projects and the other for street repair.

To read further about these issues, or to follow election results go here: AZ Central Election Coverage.

Photo Credit "Tax" by Matt Aiello