Audit bill raises ire anew over auto-emissions testing

Transportation

Sen. Scott Renfroe says don’t cut back on oversight—repeal the program instead

Tailpipe testing in Larimer, Weld once again in legislative crosshairs

Transportation

“The air is clean, and audits are showing that the program is not living up to its intended results.”

Lawmaker wants to catch up on state’s infrastructure

Transportation

“Having buildings that are in disrepair does not bode well for the state.”

Sweetening the pot for those displaced by transportation projects

Transportation

…But one advocate of small businesses says the additional compensation for relocation may not be enough.

A goodbye to the gas tax—in favor of taxing by the mile?

Transportation

“They must understand that their vehicles cause wear and tear on the roads too. Gas consumption doesn’t mirror road usage anymore.”

State’s latest bid to boost business: more ‘LOGO’ signs

Transportation

…But Scenic Colorado wants a quid pro quo—fewer billboards along metro-area highways.

Lawmaker tries again to halt controversial auto-emissions tests

Transportation

“Why are we making our citizens go through this? This program doesn’t do anything to reduce ozone. We’re already in compliance, and it is costing people valuable time and money.”

State ponders move to block local taxes on road projects

Transportation

“Adding a tax onto public projects when public funds are scarce just doesn’t make any sense. When a government agency is working in an area making improvements, local governments are charging us for the privilege.”

More transparency on tap at state government

Transportation

“As people expect more online, they expect more from their government. People want to know how those dollars are being spent.”

‘Gravy train has come to an end’ for fed highway funds

Transportation

“We aren’t going to get bailed out here by the federal government … There’s no way. It’s up to us as a state to be the state that we want to be.”