Fiscal Responsibility and Spending Control
Rebecca believes the Ada County Highway District is spending too much money on projects that do not effectively address the root causes of traffic issues. Her priority is to ensure taxpayer dollars are used wisely by prioritizing projects that directly benefit commuters and reduce congestion, rather than unnecessary or costly vanity projects.
Reducing Traffic Congestion
One of Rebecca’s primary concerns is the increase in traffic congestion in Ada County. She advocates for a focus on solutions that alleviate traffic rather than exacerbate it, such as improving roadway infrastructure, optimizing traffic flow, and opposing projects that vehicle lanes in favor of other modes of transportation, like bicycles, which she argues only worsens congestion.
Listening to the Community
Rebecca feels that the current commission is not listening to the concerns of Ada County residents, particularly regarding traffic and road changes. She is committed to ensuring that the voices of the community are heard and that projects are designed to serve the needs of the people and local business owners, not just special interests.
Opposing Lane Reductions for Bike Lanes
Rebecca strongly opposes the practice of reducing traffic lanes to accommodate bike lanes, particularly in high-traffic areas. She believes these changes do not address the primary issue of traffic congestion and instead create more frustration for drivers by slowing down traffic and causing bottlenecks.
Traffic Safety and Infrastructure Efficiency
Rebecca advocates for infrastructure solutions that enhance both safety and traffic movement, without compromising one for the other.
Paid Rebecca ARNOLD for Ada County Highway District, Rebecca ARNOLD Treasurer