In response to the suggestion by Superintendent J.D. Pabis that voters on the Auburn school budget were confused - why can't he just accept that the majority of those voting didn't like or accept the proposed budget.

I'm not confused and I find that statement offensive.

I knew what the budget was and voted accordingly.

I guess others felt the same way. I always try to get to the polls to vote (school, local, state or federal.) It's a freedom and right I hold dear in this precious country.

I don't understand why so many people avoid voting.

I also have reservations about the turf vote coming up in June.

I just want everyone to know “state aid” isn't just pulled out of the air - it comes from all of us that pay New York state taxes, so it's not a freebie.

Though it has been stated that most of the funding for the district's part of the turf project has been raised, there are other costs to be considered, one being replacement in a few years.

Even with what has been raised, it will cost each taxpayer money.

I will continue to research the pros and cons before I vote in June.

I do my homework, make a decision I feel is appropriate and vote accordingly. I'm not confused!

Betty Thurston

Auburn