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Commission adopts fare structure for Go Wake Forest microtransit, to take effect in February; board asks for six‑month review

6174880 · October 21, 2025
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Summary

After debate over affordability and demand management, commissioners approved a distance-based fare system for the Go Wake Forest microtransit service with an effective date in February and a board review planned within six months.

The Wake Forest Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to adopt a tiered, distance-based fare structure for the town's Go Wake Forest microtransit service, with the new fares scheduled to take effect in February. The board also asked staff to return with a review of ridership, discount take-up and equity impacts within six months of launch.

Town staff and vendor representatives said the fares are intended both to generate revenue to acquire an additional vehicle and to manage high demand from “choice”…

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