Irreplaceable is an interesting turn of phrase here. Theoretically any fund is replaceable, given the political will. But every dollar going to fare subsidies means a dollar not going to service improvements.
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Also yes even low farebox recover systems this can mean millions of dollars in lost revenue or millions not going to more buses, operators etc.
jun 20, 2025, 8:52 pm ā¢ 1 0 ā¢ view
I'm pointing out money is fungible and fares do not lead to political support. There are examples even in the best transit systems in America where politicians use the fare box to offset cutting general funding. There are no statutory requirements that require increased fares to improve service.
jun 20, 2025, 8:59 pm ā¢ 0 0 ā¢ view
Not really relevant to the points Iām making
jun 20, 2025, 9:22 pm ā¢ 0 0 ā¢ view