MTA blames the loss of millage money and high gas prices for the rate increase.
The MTA is hiking their prices starting July 1st.
Mass Transportation Authorities says while more and more people are using their services, they’ve taken a hit due to the economy, and are forced to up the cost for Primary, Peak, Regional, and curb-to-curb services. The company says they’ve taken a $2.6 million hit over the last two years. They say the loss of millage money and the increasing cost of diesel fuel has played a role in the increased fares.
MTA says prices will go up to the following starting in July:
Primary and Peak Period Fixed Route Fares:
New Fare
General Public $1.50
ADA Certified .75
Reduced Fare Eligible .75
Transfer .10
Regional Fixed Route Fares:
New Fare
All Passengers $2.50
Demand Response (Curb to Curb) “Your Ride” Fares:
New Fare
General Public $3.00
ADA Certified $2.00
Reduced Fare Eligible $2.00
Transfer No Charge
Monthly Passes
Primary and Peak Fixed Routes
New Fare
General Public $50.00
Student (K-12) $40.00
ADA Certified $25.00
Reduced Fare Eligible $25.00
Regional Fixed Routes
New Fare
All Passengers $75.00
Demand Response (Curb to Curb) Your Ride Fares
New Fare
General Public NONE
Student $40.00 (40 rides)
ADA/Reduced Fare Eligible $35.00 (60 rides)
