Why Did Cobb’s Transit Tax Go Down in Flames?

Marietta Daily Journal Podcast

From the Ingles Studio this is your news minute on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast presented by Credit Union of Georgia. Today is Wednesday, November 13th and I'm Keith Ippolito.

Why Did Cobb’s Transit Tax Go Down in Flames?

Cobb County's proposed transit tax was decisively rejected by voters, with 62% voting against it. The tax aimed to fund extensive transit projects, including rapid bus routes and transit centers, but faced opposition due to its 30-year duration and $11 billion scope. Many voters were unaware of the proposal, and key business leaders and mayors did not support it. The tax's defeat was attributed to economic concerns, distrust in government projects, and a preference for car travel. Despite Cobb's shift towards Democratic leadership, the tax failed, reflecting longstanding resistance to transit initiatives. Critics cited the lack of rail funding and questioned the necessity of the projects. The campaign struggled to gain traction amid a crowded election landscape, and opposition groups effectively mobilized against it. The outcome highlights Cobb's conservative fiscal stance and skepticism towards large-scale government spending.

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