"If consolidation passes, we'll have to build a new city hall, and that's going to cost a fortune!"

   Fact:   Not true.  Either of the two current city halls could easily accommodate the consolidated government.  Or both
    facilities could be sold, and more convenient, far less expensive, already available space could be used.  Similarly, only one
    public works garage and maintenance facility would be needed, so duplicated facilities and equipment could be sold off.  
    What really does "cost a fortune" is the current two-of-everything system serving a total of just 2,100 residents.