Big Take Public Transit in the US Is About to Get Worse
Dec 20, 2023
US public transportation faces financial challenges and budget shortfalls after pandemic era emergency aid ends, potentially leading to collapse. Reduction in ridership, funding difficulties, and strain on services are discussed. Funding shortfalls and decrease in ridership for major transit systems like MTA, Washington D.C.'s transit system, and Bay Area's BART and Muni are explored. Impact of pandemic-induced migration and car ownership on public transit, President Biden's $8.2 billion rail project announcement, and New York City's congestion pricing plan are also discussed.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Impact of the Pandemic on Public Transportation Agencies in the US
02:19 • 7min
Financial Challenges and Funding Shortfalls in US Public Transit Systems
09:12 • 5min
Relocation trends, car ownership, and funding challenges for public transit
14:22 • 1min
Biden's $8.2 Billion Rail Project Announcement and Congestion Pricing in NYC
15:42 • 10min