A proposal by Gov. Ted "Tax-and-Gouge-me" to raise $3oo million a year for high-ways, bridge and mass transit would come from a mix of higher vehicle fees, registration and titles fees and a higher state gas tax.
The proposal would also include an additional Portland fee, which approved would allow a set of separate fees for cars owned by Portland residents and charge then based on how many miles they drive.
"This doesn't require a program. It permits a program," said David Barenberg, lobbyist for the city of Portland. "It's not like there's a plan immediately to go out and do it."
Details on how much would be charged had yet to be determined.
Drivers could also be charged extra for driving during peak periods.
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"This doesn't require a program. It permits a program," said David Barenberg, lobbyist for the city of Portland. "It's not like there's a plan immediately to go out and do it."This is a good example why lobbyists are so dangerous. They actually can say something this ridiculous with a straight face.
They just don't get it. They tax vehicles to discourage use and complain there is not enough revenue. They tax cigarettes to discourage use and complain when their revenue goes down.
They offer tax breaks to buy high mileage or electric vehicles and then complain that their gas tax revenue is reduced.
When will they realize that you can't fund Caviar wishes with hamburger jobs.
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