A Boston City Councilor has proposed a new tax on soda and other sugary drinks, pitching the measure as a revenue boost for community health programs that could also discourage people from purchasing unhealthy beverages.
A tax of 2 cents per ounce of liquid could raise $20 to $30 million annually for the city, Councilor Sharon Durkan wrote in a blog post Saturday.
“We could invest in food literacy programs that teach families how to cook nutritious meals, and support recreational spaces and youth sports for our families to thrive,” she wrote. Portions of the money could also “address citywide priorities like infrastructure, housing, and education.”…