LaPorte County may consider lowering its proposed wheel tax. As written, the proposed ordinance would impose a $25 excise tax on passenger cars, starting next year, and a $15 tax on motorcycles. There would also be a $40 wheel tax on larger vehicles, like semi-trucks and RVs.
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LaPorte County Council considering wheel tax proposal
Council members said the tax is necessary to offset revenue lost because of changes in state law. It also opens the door to additional road funding from the state.