Hear are the myths and realities of Initiative 745.
Myth: Only 4 percent of all trips are by bus. Reality: That figure counts every trip to the store, doctor, friend’s house, etc. During commuter rush times, 40 percent of all trips are by bus.
Myth: Since 1986 the state has built only 47 miles of new roads. Reality: This figure does not include additional lanes on existing roads. Since 1982 highway construction has occurred at a rate of 49 percent!
Myth: The gas tax goes to the general fund. Reality: The gas tax goes directly to roads, period.
Get the facts. Currently 80 percent of transportation funds goes directly to road construction with the remaining 20 percent going to transit and ferries. Will an additional 10 percent dumped into roads solve our transportation problems? Don’t bet on it! Keep transportation choices alive. Don’t force more people into cars and onto the roads. Vote no on I-745.
Mountlake Terrace
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