HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes 09-06 Supporting Local Option Taxes and Fees to Fund TransportationTOWN OF WESTLAKE
WHEREAS, the Town of Westlake, supports regional efforts to address the
mobility and air quality needs of the citizens of North Texas; and
WHEREAS, implementing the passenger rail service component of the
Metropolitan Mobility Plan of the Regional Transportation Council is essential in
addressing the mobility and air quality needs of the citizens of North Texas; and
WHEREAS, local elected officials, business leaders and transportation
professionals in North Texas have studied revenue options to fund transportation and
regional rail expansion; and
WHEREAS, seeking legislative authority for local option transportation fees to
fund transportation including regional rail expansion appears to be the best solution to
address North Texas mobility and air quality challenges;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF WESTLAKE, TEXAS:
SECTION L That the 81" Texas by
Legislature, be and here, is urged to
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authorize metro area counties to levy subject to voter approval a vehicle registration fee,
motor fuels excise tax, mileage fee, driver's license fee and roadway impact fee to fund
their mobility needs including rail service.
SECTION 2. That this resolution shall become effective upon the date of its
passage.
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Laura Wheat, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Zim Sutter Ti IC, Town Secretary T onias E. Bry c �n Manager
APPROVEJI AS TO FORM:
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