No Road Tax

The so-called Complete Our Street report came out today, as promised. I suppose that's a good thing. It could have been delayed for another month.

A few things of interest:

1) 28% of Tulsans do not have access to vehicles, presumably privately-owned automobiles. Also, another reference to young professionals' preferences. (Introduction, Page 2).

2) Irritating typo "Sollutions." (Finance Committee Summary Recommendations).

3) More irritating: Pass a general obligation bond of $650 million, in '08 elections. The property owners' hit: $12.50 per month per $100,000 accessed value. Permanent half-cent sales tax, $35 million per year. (Finance Committee Report, Page 2)

4) Stronger recognition of sustainable transportation. (Smart Urban Design report)

5) Continuing street widenings.

There really is no change from the current mindset to maintain the status quo of the automobile as the main form of transport.

I will vote NO ROAD TAX. 'Nuff said.