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A perspective from Oregon’s mid-Willamette Valley

Albany gas tax vote unlikely this year

Written April 7th, 2026 by Hasso Hering

With the price of gas soaring, would Albany voters this year approve a local fuel tax? Not a chance.


More talk about Albany’s poor streets

Written January 22nd, 2024 by Hasso Hering

More than one-third of Albany’s streets are in poor condition, the city staff says. That’s 52 miles of pavement, and there is no money in the city budget to get them fixed.


Albany may vote on 5-cent gas tax

Written May 8th, 2017 by Hasso Hering

Albany seems to be headed for an election on a local fuel tax of 5 cents a gallon this November, judging by the city council’s discussion Monday. The tax might raise about $1.25 million a year for street repairs.


 
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