Arlington Taxpayers: Hold Onto Your Wallets!
This morning’s Examiner newspaper advises “Northern Virginians (to) brace for seven new taxes, fees.” Dan Genz reports:
“More taxes and fees will hit Northern Virginia residents and business Tuesday under an effort to improved the region’s overwhelmed transportation system.“Taxes on hotel rooms, car rentals, property sales and car repair(s) all will increase, while fees on car registrations and inspections are set to climb . . .”
But how will Northern Virginia taxpayers hold members of the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority accountable for the $335 million that will fall into the coffers of the unelected NVTA?
Thankfully, Del. Bob Marshall (R-Prince William):
“is challenging the plan in court, saying the transportation authority has no constitutional right to levy taxes.”
Want to know how the unelected NVTA is accountable? Ask Arlington County Board member Chris Zimmerman, who is the current NVTA chairman.