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12 hours ago

Yucaipa council backs placing county Measure I continuation on November ballot Staff briefed the council on SBCTA's proposed continuation of the Measure I half‑cent transportation sales tax (expires 2040); council adopted Resolution No. 2026‑08 expressing city support to include the continuation on the Nov. 3, 2026 ballot.

Yucaipa's council just backed a major plan that could secure $7.5 billion for local transportation projects—without raising taxes!

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1 day ago

Committee clears measure allowing San Diego voters to propose local tax for MTS AB 2,484 lets San Diego voters place a local transactions-and-use tax (up to 0.5%) on the ballot for the San Diego Metropolitan Transit System and exempts such voter‑approved revenue from the statutory local‑tax cap; supporters said it's a local control tool to address an approaching fiscal cliff. The committee advanced the bill 6–1.

San Diego voters could soon have the power to propose a local tax to save their transit system from a looming fiscal cliff—are you ready to make your voice heard?

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2 days ago

Bremer County accepts Heartland Asphalt bid and adopts DOT budget and five-year road program after bridge grant awards County engineer recommended accepting Heartland Asphalt’s $657,170.45 bid for the C3038/T77 paving project; the board approved that bid, adopted the IDOT secondary road FY27 budget as submitted, and adopted a five-year construction program noting two bridges will be 80% funded by a Competitive Highway Bridge Program grant.

Bremer County is moving forward with a $657,170.45 paving project and two major bridge replacements, thanks to new grant funding!

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2 days ago

Broomfield council votes unanimously to oppose ballot Initiative 175 On a 9–0 vote, the Broomfield City and County Council took an opposed position on Initiative 175, a proposed constitutional dedication of transportation revenue that council members said would constrain future state budget flexibility.

Broomfield's City and County Council has taken a strong stand against Initiative 175, arguing it could jeopardize crucial funding for education and alternative transportation.

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3 days ago

Education chief: House passed budget with some reductions; department will work to restore priorities in the Senate ALSDE staff reported the House passed the state budget and supplementals, noted a reduction in the PHIP match and some cuts to board-priority items; staff said they will work with senators and legislative staff to seek restorations and described supplemental transportation funding and changes to reading/curriculum rollout funding.

Alabama's House just passed a budget that slashes key education initiatives and delays crucial Senate discussions—what does this mean for our students?

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5 days ago

ALDOT asks Mobile County to certify tax exemption for Mobile River Bridge; agency cites $3.2 billion estimate and $2.50 passenger-car toll parameter ALDOT representatives asked the Mobile County Commission to issue a certificate of tax exemption for the Mobile River Bridge project, citing controlling state statutes and estimating a $3.2 billion project cost; commissioners asked about a $2.50 passenger-car toll and the timing of a federal TIFIA loan decision.

ALDOT is seeking a tax exemption for the $3.2 billion Mobile River Bridge project as discussions about tolls and financing heat up.

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1 week ago

Business office outlines reserves and capital plan; board debates levy scenarios amid electric‑bus concerns Assistant Superintendent for Business presented the business & transportation budgets, projected higher health/insurance and TAN borrowing, and a $63M five‑year capital plan; board members questioned a state electric‑bus mandate’s cost and discussed levy scenarios to present to voters.

The district faces rising health insurance costs and a looming electric bus mandate, prompting a crucial debate on budget strategies and levy scenarios.

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1 week ago

Committee reports Bill 1239 shifting motor-vehicle fee distribution to Service Oklahoma, extends county bridge formula The General Government Committee voted 4–1 to report Bill 1239 as due-passed. Sponsor Representative Miller said the bill moves apportionment and distribution of certain motor-vehicle fees to Service Oklahoma, extends a CRB bridge-prioritization formula through 2031, and repeals a duplicate motorcycle provision.

Bill 1239 is set to revolutionize how motor-vehicle fees are distributed in Oklahoma, shifting authority to Service Oklahoma and tackling the urgent issue of deficient bridges!

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2 weeks ago

Kent County commissioners approve six resolutions including bond refunding, grant applications and salary adjustment The Board unanimously adopted resolutions to fund senior transportation, amend LIHEAP/WAP programming, submit two Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund grant applications, authorize a 2026 refunding bond (estimated savings ~$1.8 million) and adjust Road Commission salaries.

Kent County commissioners just approved a game-changing package of resolutions, including a bond refunding that could save taxpayers $1.8 million!

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2 weeks ago

Salt Lake City legislative affairs office outlines 2026 session wins and items to watch — taxes, transportation and water The legislative affairs director told council staff tracked 351 bills this session; highlighted wins including truth‑in‑taxation transparency adjustments, transportation funding options and water‑conservation amendments, and flagged ongoing work to implement a new state requirement for a tiered critical‑capacity roads map.

Salt Lake City's legislative session just wrapped up with significant wins in transparency, transportation funding, and water conservation that could reshape city policy!

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2 weeks ago

Committee adopts substitute and amendment to supplemental appropriations bill, reallocating broadband and transportation funds The committee adopted a substituted and amended version of SB226 that includes transfers from ARPA and other state funds, moves broadband-accessibility dollars and sends large road and bridge funding to the transportation department and related authorities.

Alabama's committee just made a game-changing move by reallocating millions in broadband and transportation funding, paving the way for major infrastructure improvements!

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3 weeks ago

Levy County approves support for Williston's grant application to pave Airport Road Levy County commissioners approved an interlocal agreement to back the City of Williston's grant application to the Florida Department of Transportation small counties outreach program to pave about 4,900 linear feet of Airport Road; commissioners moved the item to approve and the motion passed.

Levy County just took a major step towards improving Airport Road by supporting Williston's grant application for paving—after two years in the making!

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Citizen Portal News Minnesota

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3 weeks ago

Committee deadlocks on Republican plan to roll back vehicle 'tab' fees using general‑fund offsets Representative Anderson’s H.F. 3562 would restore an older vehicle depreciation schedule to lower registration fees; proponents cited examples of $800–$1,000 bills and urged relief, while opponents said the author's general‑fund offset would create a roughly $732 million hole and risk cutting education and transportation funding. A roll call tied 7–7 and the motion did not prevail.

Minnesotans are facing "sticker shock" from skyrocketing vehicle registration fees, but a new bill aimed at rolling back costs has sparked a heated debate over funding priorities.

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4 weeks ago

Senate panel hears sharp debate over proposed sustainable aviation fuel tax credit Lawmakers, analysts and stakeholders clashed over a proposed $1–$2/gallon diesel‑excise tax credit for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), weighing potential local road funding losses and uncertain climate benefits against refinery jobs and greater in‑state SAF supply.

California's Senate is locked in a fierce debate over a controversial tax credit for sustainable aviation fuel, with strong opinions on both sides about its potential impact on jobs and local road funding.

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Citizen Portal News Michigan

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1 month ago

EUPTA approves FY2026 budget amid state funding uncertainty The Eastern Upper Peninsula Transportation Authority board passed its FY2026 budget, while Finance Director Ms. Gordon warned that proposed state conditions and incomplete federal allocations leave key reimbursements and service impacts uncertain.

EUPTA's FY2026 budget is approved, but looming state funding uncertainties could drastically impact transportation services in Michigan's eastern Upper Peninsula.

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1 month ago

Cibola County Commission approves resolutions, accepts $2M bridge award and directs staff to market county property At its Oct. 26 meeting the Cibola County Commission unanimously approved a package of financial resolutions and requisitions, accepted an additional $2,000,000 for the Moquino Llano Bridge through an NMDOT program, and directed staff to publish interest in county-owned property at 515 W. High Street.

Cibola County just secured an extra $2 million for the Moquino Llano Bridge while also approving significant purchases and marketing county property!

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1 month ago

Madison County board adopts FY2023 budget and levy, keeps property-tax rate unchanged; approves vehicle and capital purchases The board approved the FY2023 budget and a tax levy package for Dec. 1, 2022–Nov. 30, 2023 while not increasing the county’s property-tax levy, and approved a set of capital purchases and committee resolutions including vehicle buys and highway project funding.

Madison County's board has adopted a budget that keeps property taxes flat for the fifth year in a row while addressing critical needs in public safety and community services.

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1 month ago

KYTC recommends $1.17 million allocation for Fleming County roads; $650,000 pledged for Grange City Covered Bridge Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District Nine presented FY2022–23 Rural Secondary recommendations totaling $1,441,060 available funds and recommended $530,175 in expenditures; the Fiscal Court unanimously approved Resolution 22-1366 accepting the plan. Senator Stephen West announced $650,000 for the Grange City Covered Bridge restoration.

Fleming County just secured over $1.4 million for road improvements and a historic bridge restoration—what’s next for local infrastructure?

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1 month ago

House approves changes to Climate Commitment Account distribution after floor debate The House passed Engrossed Second Substitute House Bill 22-51, which rearranges how Climate Commitment Account auction revenue is distributed, after members debated reductions to air-quality and health-disparities accounts and allocations to a new CCA operating account. The bill passed 54-40 with 4 excused.

The House just passed a contentious bill that reshapes the future of Climate Commitment Act revenue, sparking fierce debate over health and transportation funding!

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1 month ago

County staff asks commissioners to weigh in on proposed MPO boundary expansion that could boost federal transportation funding County planning staff presented options to expand the Calvert–St. Mary’s MPO boundary to include additional urbanized areas (Chesapeake Beach, Leonardtown), potentially increasing federal planning funds and eligibility for transportation studies. Commissioners asked staff to consult Leonardtown and report back.

A proposed expansion of the Calvert–St. Mary’s MPO could unlock millions in federal transportation funds and reshape planning for urbanized areas like Leonardtown!

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1 month ago

Wright County opts to apply for STBG funding to rebuild segments of R 38 using concrete (Option 1) After weighing four alternatives for R 38 preservation, the board voted to submit a Region 5 Surface Transportation Block Grant application for Option 1, a heavier-duty concrete repair that county staff estimate will be longer‑lasting and require federal STP/STBG funds plus farm-to-market supplements.

Wright County supervisors just approved a major funding application to revitalize R 38 with a durable concrete solution that promises to outlast asphalt for decades!

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1 month ago

Experts brief Nevada committee on EV fees, mileage charges and delivery/charging levies as revenue options The National Conference of State Legislatures, the Guinn Center and CDM Smith presented models ranging from flat EV registration fees to road‑usage charges, estimating potential revenue and outlining equity and implementation tradeoffs for Nevada.

Nevada lawmakers are exploring innovative solutions to replace dwindling fuel-tax revenue as electric vehicles take over the roads—could a new EV registration fee be the answer?

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1 month ago

Atascadero council adopts SLOCOG's final transportation-expenditure plan for a possible half-cent sales tax Council voted 4-1 to approve SLOCOG's final transportation-expenditure plan, which would route about $2.0 million a year to Atascadero for local road and safety work and make the city eligible to compete for North County regional corridor funds if voters approve a proposed half-cent countywide sales tax.

Atascadero City Council's bold vote could pave the way for $35 million annually in transportation funding—will voters take the plunge in 2026?

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1 month ago

Brevard County officials just wrapped up promising talks in D.C. about a federal rail grant that could transform local transit—will they secure the funding they need?

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1 month ago

County hears federal and state legislative briefing; earmark deadlines and housing bills highlighted Paragon Government Relations and the county’s state lobbyist briefed supervisors on recent NACO meetings, congressional earmark processes and legislative items including the Basics Act, farm bill timing, and competing housing packages; speakers flagged HR1 (tax changes) impacts on county services.

Solano County is on the brink of significant funding opportunities, with new legislative developments paving the way for crucial community projects like an emergency mobile command center.

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1 month ago

House transportation plan proposes $500M for DOT plus bridge and interstate acceleration Representative Crawford told the budget briefing the transportation proposal would direct $500 million to the Department of Transportation, $250 million for bridge modernization, $125 million for interstate acceleration, $100 million for neighborhood paving and $70 million for airport infrastructure.

South Carolina's new transportation proposal promises a whopping $500 million to transform infrastructure, tackling everything from bridge updates to highway expansions!

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1 month ago

DOT warns Marine Highway faces shortfall as FTA grant is delayed; offers bridge plan DOT told the House Finance Committee that a delayed Federal Transit Administration rural ferry grant has created a revenue shortfall for the Alaska Marine Highway System and outlined a bridge plan that would use state AMHS revenue and a one‑year swap of federal authority to avoid service disruption through August–September 2026.

The Alaska Marine Highway System is facing a critical funding gap that could disrupt vital services for coastal communities—what's the plan to bridge this financial crisis?

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1 month ago

House rejects amendment to tie WMATA funding to property-tax gains near stations The Maryland House rejected a minority‑leader amendment to the Metro Funding Modification Act that would have directed state property‑tax revenue increases near WMATA stations to WMATA. The amendment, which the sponsor said targeted about $140 million a year, failed on a roll call.

The Maryland House of Delegates just rejected a pivotal amendment that could have funneled $140 million directly to WMATA from rising property taxes near transit stations!

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1 month ago

House adopts amendments to Metro funding bill after floor debate over $145.1 million reallocation Floor amendments to the Metro Funding Modification Act were adopted; delegates debated whether the proposal reassigns $145.1 million of transportation trust fund capital — a reallocation some said benefits WMATA regionally and others warned would cut projects elsewhere.

The House just adopted crucial amendments to the Metro Funding Modification Act, sparking intense debate over a $145.1 million reallocation that could reshape transit funding across Maryland!

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1 month ago

Assembly committee warns of near‑term cash‑flow risk for High Speed Rail; LAO and inspector general press for clearer funding plan Legislators heard from the LAO and the HSRA inspector general that the authority’s 2026 draft business plan leaves a near‑term cash‑flow gap, depends on statutory changes and assumed savings, and lacks a timing‑based funding schedule; HSRA says it can complete Merced‑to‑Bakersfield with current funding assumptions but acknowledges cash‑flow risks and pursuit of private partners.

California's High Speed Rail project faces a looming cash-flow crisis that could derail its ambitious timeline, with lawmakers demanding a clearer funding plan to ensure its future.

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