HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 848 RESOLUTION 'i.C.mod: �'.�i1� IL£ NO.
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING INCREASE IN FEDERAL GASOLI E USER FEE if
WHEREAS, the Fort Worth City Council generally supports President
Reagan's programs for economic recovery and cuts in the Federal budget; and
WHEREAS, Fort Worth City Council is firmly committed to providing a sound
and affordable public transportation system in Fort Worth; and,
WHEREAS, Fort Worth Public Transportation system has been relying on
Federal transit assistance for many years; and,
WHEREAS, it is entirely appropriate for the Federal government to
maintain a role in financial support of public transportation capital
expenses; and,
WHEREAS, a stable source of financing for public transportation is
desperately needed;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE FORT WORTH CITY COUNCIL THAT
1 . The gasoline user fee be increased.
2. The user fee be increased with a percentage dedicated to capital
assistance for public transportation.
3. All money produced from this user fee increase be added to already
planned authorizations for public transportation.
4. This resolution be transmitted to the President, Fort Worth's
Congressional delegation and appropriate administration officials.