Plans for light rail expansion haven't been derailed because of COVID. The Charlotte Moves Taskforce is set to present funding recommendations next week for a "Transformational Mobility Network." Council presentation in December. Possible $4-6 billion local cost. At 11 @wsoctv 
Council's goal has been to expand the light rail to Belmont (with a stop at the airport), Matthews and Ballantyne at the same time. The Transformational Mobility Network deals with more than just light rail expansion-- like road and bike path improvements.
Voters in Austin just approved a $7.1 billion package that will raise property taxes by 8.75 cents (4%). Austin's plan calls for light and commuter rail, a downtown train tunnel and expanded bus service. Overall it was a good year for transit at the polls constructiondive.com/news/austin-te…
Via Statesman: Cost of the tax increase in Austin- a $339 increase for a $415,000 home (the median sales price)
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One possibility- sales tax increase. The current rate is 7.25%. Anything higher than 7.50% would need permission from the General Assembly. A .25% raise would generate $55 million a year. Here is how CLT's sales tax rate compares
The Charlotte Moves Taskforce will discuss funding recommendations next week. #CLTCC presentation in December. How much of a tax increase can you stomach for game changing transit projects? Perfect discussion for your holiday dinner! wsoctv.com/news/local/cha…
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