Are all of our taxes going to fixing the roads?

 We are all sensitive to the amount of taxes we pay, and some are downright upset. Statements similar to the following are frequently heard: “I pay all these taxes; why can’t I get my roads fixed?” Read more about where the money goes. 

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1. How much money does a penny of gas tax generate in Michigan, and for Oakland County?
2. Are all of our taxes going to fixing the roads?
3. Doesn’t all the development taking place in Oakland County mean lots of new money for roads?
4. How are federal funds distributed in Oakland County?
5. Statistics indicate that we’ve all been driving more. Doesn’t that mean more gas tax revenue?
6. How are road funds divided between the state and local road agencies?