Funding for county roads a challenge

GUEST COLUMN, Shannon Francis, 125th District Representative
We had a good group from home in Topeka last week for Pancakes at the Capitol. This is always one of the most anticipated events of the session for legislators and their staff. Legislators from across the state come by to eat pancakes and talk about Liberal and Pancake Day.
In Topeka for Pancakes at the Capitol, Seward County Administrator and Commission Chair testified on HB 2004. This bill lets Seward County voters decide on a 0.5 percent sales tax for road and bridge projects. If voters approve, the tax will expire 10 years after implementation. Below, I will discuss Seward County’s and the state’s road funding issues.