Rauner Mum On “Safe Roads” Amendment
A proposed change to the Illinois constitution would ensure the state has a solid stream of cash going to fund road projects, but Governor Rauner is staying silent on the idea.
A proposed change to the Illinois constitution would ensure the state has a solid stream of cash going to fund road projects, but Governor Rauner is staying silent on the idea.
It's been nearly a week since Decatur's 5-cent a gallon motor fuel tax, for street repairs, took effect. The city is also is charging a extra penny for diesel fuel. Jay Billingsley, a third-generation gas station owner, calls it a "tough pill to swallow," but says he also has many loyal customers. Public Works Director Rick Marley says the tax is needed for "hundreds" of projects.