Q:   DOESN'T ALL THE DEVELOPMENT TAKING PLACE IN OAKLAND COUNTY MEAN LOTS OF NEW MONEY FOR ROADS?

A:   No. New development generates new tax revenue in three ways: New property taxes from the increased property value; new sales tax from increased commerce; and new income tax from new jobs. None of those taxes are used to fund roads in Michigan. The primary sources of road funds in Michigan are the gas tax and vehicle registration fees.