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Seldom do we stop to remember a defeat. Generally, we pause to remember victories — the things we pulled together for; the things that made a difference.
But we should remember an important community effort that was not successful a year ago: the defeat of the transportation ballot initiative in Hillsborough County. We should look back on the effort as another step toward an eventual success. This will only be true, however, if we build on the energy that the Moving Hillsborough Forward movement sparked in our community.
One year ago, Hillsborough County voters rejected a ballot measure proposing a 1 percent sales tax increase to fund a light rail system, improved bus service and technology, and road improvements throughout the county. While the measure failed, transportation efforts should not be abandoned; rather, community and elected leaders should continue to work toward achieving this important goal.
During the past year, we have seen some noteworthy accomplishments and some further disappointing news regarding local transportation issues.
For the full editorial, visit the St. Petersburg Times.
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