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Senator Boseman's Congestion Relief Bill Receiving Favorable Response

Check out the front page article in the June 24^th edition of the Star News addressing Senator Boseman’s congestion relief bill (SB 222). The article highlights the Senator’s efforts and the role that CCT members have played in promoting the legislation which would allow the city to hold a referendum approving up to an additional ½ cent sales tax to pay for traffic congestion projects. The legislation, once amended, would call for the formation of a citizen’s commission to help identify and prioritize projects, after the city holds a referendum seeking voter approval. All monies collected would be used specifically for traffic congestion projects, and authority would expire after 7 years unless the commission identifies, and voters approve other projects to be undertaken. While it is unlikely in our opinion that the referendum would end up on the ballot this year, because construction costs are down the tax could stretch much farther if the city is positioned to take action as soon as the economy upturns. Thanks to Monty Irvin and Ramey Kemp for the work they have done on this issue. For more information on the firm go to http://www.rameykemp.com/  Melanie Cook.