Beach Dollar Sign

Getting to the Outer Banks through Virginia could cost an extra few dollars next year.

The Virginia Pilot is reporting that the City of Chesapeake is proposing a toll increase on Rt. 168 heading to the OBX.  The proposed increase would put the cost for travelers at $5 each way during a summer weekend and $3 for off-season and weekday trips, up from the current cost of $2.

The proposed increase is projected to create an additional $7 million over the next 5 years, which would fund improvements along Rt. 168.

The Chesapeake City Council will vote on the proposal this month, and if it is approved, travelers can expect to see the increase by spring 2011.