Wheel Tax

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.

Elkhart Mayor Rod Roberson and Common Council Member Aaron Mishler say most city drivers wouldn't pay more wheel tax under the proposal but some commercially registered vehicles could see increases.

Plymouth’s common council voted unanimously Monday night to create a municipal wheel tax that will take effect Jan. 1.