Traffic & Transit
Public Hearing On Transit Fare Changes Set In Sarasota County
A public hearing on proposed Sarasota County transit fare changes is set for Oct. 11.
SARASOTA COUNTY, FL — A public hearing for potential changes to transit fares will take place Oct. 11 in the Robert L. Anderson Administration Center, 4000 S. Tamiami Trail.
The fare changes would impact Sarasota County Area Transit services including bus, paratransit and OnDemand, according to a county news release. If approved, the new fares would go into effect Nov. 1.
A public meeting is also scheduled for Sept. 22, 6 p.m., at the Selby Public Library, 1331 First Street. The suggested fees will be proposed during this event.
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The proposed fare changes include $1.50 for a base bus fare, $50 for a monthly county bus pass and $60 for a monthly regional bus pass. Learn about all proposed changes here.
The changes would simplify fares and bring them into alignment with other counties in the area, according to Jane Grogg, director of transit.
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“Our goal is to continually improve mobility for our customers, reduce traffic congestion, and continue studying the success and efficiency of our system,” she said.
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