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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2696 Resolution RESOLUTION NO. 2696 A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING STATE REFERENDUM 51, FINANCING TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENTS THROUGH INCREASED TRANSPORTATION TAXES AND FEES. WHEREAS, the state legislature passed House Bill 2969, authorizing new and/or increased taxes and fees for transportation improvements; and WHEREAS, House Bill 2969 directs the Secretary of State to place the referendum on the general election ballot in November 2002; and WHEREAS, the ability to move people and goods on our transportation system is essential to the livability and economic vitality of our community and state; and WHEREAS, the unfunded need for transportation improvements in the state has grown to a level of $150 Billion over the next 20 years, as determined by the Governor's Blue Ribbon Commission on Transportation; and WHEREAS, there have been no increases in the state gas tax since 1991 to provide funding for major state transportation improvements and, during the same time period, the state has realized a reduction of 21% in overall state funding for transportation, as a result of initiatives; and WHEREAS, the proposed transportation improvements will not only benefit the Puget Sound Region, but will provide funding for construction of the Ainsworth Overpass in Pasco, widening of SR 12 between Pasco and Wallula, and additional vehicle lanes on SR 240 between Richland and Kennewick; and WHEREAS, Referendum 51 will increase the annual allocation of gas tax funds to Franklin County and the City of Pasco, thus improving the ability to maintain and repair local roads and streets and improve the safety of our citizens; and, WHEREAS, the City Council conducted a public hearing on Tuesday, September 3, 2002 and concluded the foregoing considerations warranted the Council to declare its support for and endorsement of passage of Referendum 51 by the voters of Pasco; NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON, DO RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. The City Council of the City of Pasco hereby declares its support for and encourages voter approval of state Referendum 51. PASSED by the City Council of the City of Pasco at its regular meeting this 16' day of September 2002. Michael L. a son, Mayor ATTEST: z -° ��. ebster U. Jackso -`, City Clerk Leland B. Kerr, City Attorney