The Seattle Times came out with an unbelievably misleading editorial about Metro. Here’s David Goldstein’s take on it. The Seattle Times editorial board apparently wants to see our public transit system dismantled, and is willing to more or less lie to make it happen.
Sound Transit is considering following Metro’s lead in implementing a Low Income Reduced Fare. This is great news, and a testament to the power of the Transit Riders Union and all the organizations that campaigned for a low income fare. However – they’re considering a general fare increase of $0.25 to cover the costs. Is this necessary? No – actually, with voter approval, Sound Transit could assess an Employer Tax of $2 per employee.
Sound Transit’s public comment period is open now until October 23. Please let them know what you think!
The Transit Riders Union will be discussing these and other issues at our Membership Meeting on October 6, 6:30 – 8:30 at the Labor Temple Hall 6. Join us!