The Uncertain Future of Bay Area Transit
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Transit Trials: Navigating Recovery and Fare Evasion
This chapter examines the slow recovery of Bay Area transit ridership post-COVID-19, particularly for BART, amidst changing work patterns that hint at a lasting hybrid model. Discussions include financial challenges facing transit agencies, ongoing negotiations for emergency funding, and the contentious issue of fare evasion and public safety perceptions. The episode also highlights the need for a balanced discourse on transportation funding and safety, emphasizing the hidden dangers of road travel compared to public transit.
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