I was unable to attend the Transit and Parking Commission last night. However, here’s an update based on an email from someone who was there:
The Transit and Parking Commission approved the recommended changes, as revised, with the exception of Route 13.
The TPC voted (5 yeas, one abstain) to approve “option 2, Campus Short Turn” and to continue seeking revenues from other sources (Town, County, State). If revenues are not forthcoming, then they will ask the Board of Estimates to use the Contingent Reserve.
Various parties reported that significant progress has been made on the Town and County fronts, with each moving toward providing 1/3 of $26,000 shortfall. The word from the City has not been as promising.
The entire Commission deserves praise recognizing how important this route is to the entire community and especially many people who are struggling and depend upon quality public transportation to survive and try to pull themselves up.
Please let them know they did the right thing, encourage County officials to keep moving in the right direction and let the Mayor and the Common Council know that this is important.
Well, that’s good news on route 13. However, I agree with the writers assessment, it doesn’t look good on the City end of things. That route is going to need continued advocacy.
