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File #: 14-10288    Version: A Name: Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager recommending scheduling of Public Input Opportunity regarding potential BUS service cuts and fare increase for DART services. (Res. No. 14-0283)
Type: Communication Status: Passed
File created: 6/12/2014 In control: Transit and Parking Commission
On agenda: Final action: 7/1/2014
Title: Subject: Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager recommending scheduling of a Public Input Opportunity regarding potential BUS service cuts and a fare increase for DART services. (Res. No. 14-0283) Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 06-18-14: Recommend that the Transit and Parking System Manager be authorized to schedule and advertise a Public Comment Opportunity at least 30 days in advance as required to allow for comment on potential fare increases for DART service and potential service cuts as part of a package of solutions to an anticipated BUS revenue shortfall. Fiscal Notes: An estimated $200,000 to $300,000 of combined revenue increases and service cuts is expected to be needed.
Related files: Res.14-0283
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Subject: Communication from the Transit and Parking System Manager recommending scheduling of a Public Input Opportunity regarding potential BUS service cuts and a fare increase for DART services. (Res. No. 14-0283)
 
Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 06-18-14:  Recommend that the Transit and Parking System Manager be authorized to schedule and advertise a Public Comment Opportunity at least 30 days in advance as required to allow for comment on potential fare increases for DART service and potential service cuts as part of a package of solutions to an anticipated BUS revenue shortfall.
 
Fiscal Notes:  An estimated $200,000 to $300,000 of combined revenue increases and service cuts is expected to be needed.