What if Light Rail Loses?
it’s widely known that several different entities and interest would like to take a portion (up to half a cent) of Cap Metro’s one. ROAD, an active opponent of light rail, calls for using the money for further highway construction, particularly lane expansion projects on major highways. Capital Metro currently uses about 55 percent of its budget for bus operations and has committed $90 or more to road and HOV lane improvements, so any cuts to its tax base would also severely affect its operations and commitment to regional transportation plans. Voter Registration Remember, you must register 30 days before the election to vote. For more information on registering, see the Travis County Voter Registration site or Williamson County Voter Registration site. Ballot Language “The operation of a fixed rail system by Capital Metro: For or Against” Who can vote? Residents of Austin, Leander, Jonestown, Manor, San Leanna, Lago Vista, and portions of Travis and Williamson Counties, should operate
