Today the recently approved gas tax went into effect. Before today Washington drivers were lucky enough to pay the 5th highest gas tax in the nation. Does anyone believe we have the 5th best roads? Sadly too many people equate the amount of tax they pay with their perception of quality and the fact is it doesn't.

What pisses me off most is the fact that this new tax doesnt pay for even one major project.

- The 520 bridge: only 15% of the cost.

- 405 improvements: none.

- Alaskan way viaduct: only 20% of the total cost.

After this new tax is fully in effect we will be lucky enough to have the #1 highest gas tax in the nation and because none of the major projects will be fully funded we are guarenteed higher taxes in the next few years.  I'll predict to you that traffic wont get any better and we wont have the best roads - not even close. 

Go to www.nonewgastax.com and register your support.