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Gas tax nickel hikes fuel costs for traders and truckers
Venice area reacts to a nickel gas tax increase raising nine cents per gallon and state heavy vehicle taxes. Capt Eddie Toomer’s Key West Venice runs boost fuel bill about four percent, while truckers expect higher rates, tire costs, and more highway fees. Independent drivers warn jobs depend on road repairs and mass transit funding, as small businesses feel the squeeze amid recession.
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Capt
Eddie Toomer
Toomer
Eddie
Nokomis
Skip Lindsay
Independent Truckers Association
Lindsay
Sheila Hagan
Venice Flying Service
Darren Blakeslee
Karen Valentine
Osprey
Water Homes
Sarasota