Monday, February 08, 2010
More Toll Roads Proposed
WEST VIRGINIA...
A plan from Governor Joe Manchin to open up the possibility of more toll roads in West Virginia has been presented to the state Legislature. In an effort to complete new road projects, the governor wants to give the West Virginia Parkways Authority the option to expand the state’s toll roads. Currently, the lone pay-as-you-go route is along the West Virginia Turnpike.
Changes are being sought to address the lack of funding available to the state to build and maintain key highways. The state’s dependence on fuel tax collections, which is the major component of the state’s road fund, has caused problems in recent years. Less fuel consumption, more fuel-efficient vehicles, and changing driving habits have been cited for the reduced revenue.
A plan from Governor Joe Manchin to open up the possibility of more toll roads in West Virginia has been presented to the state Legislature. In an effort to complete new road projects, the governor wants to give the West Virginia Parkways Authority the option to expand the state’s toll roads. Currently, the lone pay-as-you-go route is along the West Virginia Turnpike.
Changes are being sought to address the lack of funding available to the state to build and maintain key highways. The state’s dependence on fuel tax collections, which is the major component of the state’s road fund, has caused problems in recent years. Less fuel consumption, more fuel-efficient vehicles, and changing driving habits have been cited for the reduced revenue.
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