BAH!
If they predict shortfalls, they should cut spending.. either get rid of a staffer or 20, pay their own heath insurance, or close down for 6 months.
Raising taxes is NOT THE ANSWER, so STOP suggesting it.
I don't think you understand my point.
If this were truly a matter of insufficient revenue, they would simply proposed an increased gas tax.
But, that's not what this is about.
It's about bureaucrats trying to force you to drive less.