A natural expert on Topeka's budget, Mayor Bill Bunten explains in depth why Topeka needs to raise a small sales tax to fix the streets.

Breakdown of the cost for repair and maintenance of streets, gutters, curbs, sidewalks, and alleys.

If Topeka is not successful, it will affect us all. I don't like taxes of any kind, but I know the streets of Topeka are neglected and in serious disrepair.

The City needs to invest in infrastructure development - we cannot do it with current revenues!