Georgia, subways and tazes

The state of Georgia has an inadequate public transport system according to some. But, to implement what is allegedly needed will obviously cost a lot of money. And so, the citizens there are being asked by referendum next November whether they would agree to a raise in their taxes for such purpose. Isn't that sort of amazing? - citizens actually having a say in such a major cause via a referendum. And preliminary polling on the issue in this day of the tea-party, no more-tax movement, points out the differences of view - between commuters into Atlanta, for example, and farther removed farmers. But, what a proper manner of handling the issue - a formal, democratic vote! It should determine in a proper, democratic manner just what the majority agree to. Would that more such issues be available to be decided by the citizens who must pay the costs and enjoy the benefits! But Ontario does not even have a procedure by which such a method can be utilized. No wonder so many citizens feel so left out of what is happening to them.