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Who Pays for Ada County Roads | Boise News
Ada County voters face a pivotal November decision: keep funding local roads through a vehicle registration fee—or let it expire in 2028. The fee, currently paid by cars under 8,000 pounds, sparks debate over fairness, as heavier commercial trucks—arguably more damaging to roads—are exempt under state rules. Critics like former editor Dave Frazier argue the system’s uneven, while county officials say state fees already cover some truck-related costs. But changing who pays locally would require state action. The ballot measure isn’t about reforming the system—it’s about continuing the status…
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