The Epoch Times by Beth Brelje
Despite the $1.6 billion in federalĀ fundingĀ forĀ PennsylvaniaĀ bridgesĀ announced January by U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, Pennsylvania says it needs more money to fix bridges. Democratic Gov. Tom Wolf is moving forward with his plan to toll nine bridges.
The move has been challenged in Commonwealth Court by municipalities near proposed tolling locations, including South Fayette Township, Collier Township, and Bridgeville Borough in Allegheny County. Berks County has joined the suit.
They say tolling bridges will cause drivers to avoid the bridges, reroute to local roads, and cause congestion and wear and tear on the roads. It would also be a financial burden to residents living near tolled bridges.
