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Wichita Falls transit proposes day pass and monthly fare increases; public hearings set
Summary
Transit staff proposed eliminating single‑ride tickets, adding a $3.50 day pass and raising monthly passes to reduce subsidies and cover rising operating costs; the council opened and closed a public hearing and staff set additional meetings for public comment.
Wichita Falls transit officials on June 17 presented a proposal to adjust fares for the city's bus system, citing increased maintenance, fuel and personnel costs and the expiration of federal pandemic aid.
Transit staff said the city has not increased fares since 2013 and presented a package that would eliminate the $1.50 single‑ride ticket with transfers, introduce a $3.50 day pass valid for 24 hours from first use and modestly raise monthly pass prices. Staff proposed raising the regular monthly pass from $45 to $50 and said reduced‑fare and other pass figures appear on the staff slide deck (staff clarified slide…
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