On behalf of the local and regional tourism industry, I am writing in support of the upcoming T-SPLOST referendum to improve our roadways. The revenue from a one-penny transportation sales tax would not only improve our area roads but also would increase access to Hall County tourist destinations ranging from Lake Lanier Islands and Road Atlanta to downtown Gainesville and the future Smithgall Woodland Garden. In turn, this would generate more business for our restaurants, hotels and numerous other facets of our local tourism industry.