The full letter can be seen here: http://www.madison.com/tct/opinion/letters/271616
Now, it's not all sunshine and light. He's still emphasizing roads too much, but there were some glimmers of hope as well. Most fascinating was [last sentence most crucial]: "During the last 15 years, the federal motor fuel tax that helps support our personal and economic independence has remained stagnant. A federal gas tax increase would provide the interim funding needed to bring our infrastructure into a new century until innovative new revenue streams can be fully developed. Most promising is a vehicle-miles-traveled, user-fee-based system that must clear technological and privacy hurdles." The WiDOT Secretary is suggesting a VMT tax system! Neuman, your mainstream! -- Note that I am consolidating email addresses (personal and work.) Except for City of Madison business and correspondence, please send all email to the address above.
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