From http://www.house.leg.state.mn.us/hinfo/sessiondaily.asp?yearid=2004&storyid=221
HF2539, sponsored by Rep. Frank Hornstein (DFL-Mpls), would require the Minnesota Department of Transportation to prepare a toll road plan before it could proceed with the development of any toll facilities, lanes, or roads. Under the bill, the 20-year plan would be due by June 30, 2005. Under Pawlenty's proposal, private developers would submit bids to construct "Freeing Alternatives for Speedy Transportation" (FAST) lanes along highly congested freeways. Motorists desiring a speedier commute could pay a toll for use of the lane. Once the construction expense is recovered, the lanes would convert to free, general use. The bill was approved by the House Transportation Policy Committee without recommendation. It now moves to the House Transportation Finance Committee. Tom Searles Waconia, Twp. _______________________________________________ Twin Cities Metropolitan Issues Forum http://www.e-democracy.org/tcmetro Rules: Sign posts with real name. You may not post more than twice a day.
