Each candidate has a page, and there are links to stories about their campaigns. But GMA is also submitting questions — from a city government perspective — to each candidate and publishing their answers as they are received.
These are from state Rep. DuBose Porter:
What are you plans for helping cities finance repairs and upgrades to water and sewer systems?
First and foremost, I will protect the assets of GEFA so they will grow and be available for future projects. To respond to the mandate set out by the federal judge in the interstate water compact case, Georgia must find ways to address aging and deteriorating sewer systems and give cities the tools for new systems as cities grow. The state allowed a narrow form of the Municipal Option Sales Tax (MOST) to help the city of Atlanta to upgrade its sewer system, and it is time to make some alternative tools available for all municipalities. Quality infrastructure is critical for quality growth.
The needs of cities and counties in metro Atlanta are different than cities an counties in the rest of the state. What is your position on how to solve the transportation funding issue?
I sponsored the constitutional amendment that would have designated the fourth penny of sales tax generated from motor fuel for "any transportation purpose" for the past several years. In fact, I insisted that it be a part of any major transportation funding plan passed by the House. In addition to the designation of the fourth penny, which would allow funds for LARP and state aid, it would also allow for the state’s commitment to passenger rail. I am a rural legislator who understands the economic engine of metro Atlanta and how there is a way to partner with all the areas of the state for quality growth and development.
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