BUt a flat income or sales tax would be much fairer. If everyone benefits from these services, why should property owners have to shoulder a disproportionate share of the burden. WHy should old retired people have to pay so much of their fixed incomes just because the house they bought and live in has appreciated in value? Just because someone owns a home or land that has a good value does not mean they have a high income and can easily afford an onerous property tax.
A sales tax is the fairest way for everyone to pay a “fair share” for the services they receive.