Minneapolis (Transportation and Public Works)is considering supporting the legislative transit initiatives in several ways, including expanded use of special assessments for transit projects.
Here is the link: http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/council/2003-meetings/20031229/docs/16_2004_Leg_MN_support.pdf I think the city needs to be VERY careful about this. I generally support non-automobil transit initiatives, but I if such a policy isn't carefully worded, it could end up allowing special assessments to add freeway lanes if increased bus service is part of the mix, for example. The likely area of assessments could be anywhere accessable by bus, under a broad interpretation. I think this has potential to be very abused, and given the Colvin-Roy/McLaughlin connection and history, I'm extra suspicious. Thoughts? David Piehl Central __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Free Pop-Up Blocker - Get it now http://companion.yahoo.com/ REMINDERS: 1. Think a member has violated the rules? Email the list manager at [EMAIL PROTECTED] before continuing it on the list. 2. Don't feed the troll! Ignore obvious flame-bait. For state and national discussions see: http://e-democracy.org/discuss.html For external forums, see: http://e-democracy.org/mninteract ________________________________ Minneapolis Issues Forum - A City-focused Civic Discussion - Mn E-Democracy Post messages to: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe, Un-subscribe, etc. at: http://e-democracy.org/mpls
