According to CBS 12 in Providence, Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker’s proposal that will extend the state’s tax-free weekend to two months is being followed by large criticism in Attleboro.

Michael Tyler, Attleboro’s superintendent of public works, says the state can’t afford to continue the sales tax for longer than the signed legislation of the designated weekends.

Although taxpayers and businesses are for the move by the administration, Michael Tyler feels the money can be spent on better areas like local roads. 

“One of the number one complaints any municipality receives is about their roadways not being sufficient. It’s a quality of life issue,” Tyler said. “Our roads need attention now.”

Baker’s proposal would waive the 6% sales tax on most items for the entire months of August and September to help businesses hit hardest by the pandemic. The proposal would return about $900 million to taxpayers.