On November 5th, Central Ohio voters will have the opportunity to support the LinkUS Initiative, a transformative mobility plan designed to foster growth, affordability, and opportunity. By increasing the local sales tax by just half a penny, LinkUS will address key priorities for Central Ohio families, including sidewalk improvements and additions to protect pedestrian safety. The initiative will also modernize our transit system, making buses faster and more reliable, while adding over 500 miles of new sidewalks, multi-use paths, and bikeways. Developed in collaboration with COTA, the City of Columbus, the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission, and the Franklin County Board of Commissioners, LinkUS aims to enhance connectivity across more than 40 communities. This extensive network will create safer, more connected neighborhoods, build more bike trails and greenways, and provide high-quality transportation options—crucial for linking residents to job opportunities and driving economic growth as our region expands.