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Rural and small transit providers warn STIF dependence leaves services vulnerable
Summary
Representatives of Hood River County (CAAT), Josephine County and other rural providers told the Senate committee that STIF funding is central to operations and that recent special-session funds provide temporary relief; without sustainable revenue some providers expect staff cuts and service reductions (estimates varied by provider).
Multiple rural and small transit providers told the Senate Committee on Transportation that Oregon’s STIF allocations are critical to keeping local and regional services running and that a temporary infusion from the special legislative session will only delay difficult choices.
Amy Schlappi, executive director of Hood River County Transportation District (Columbia Area Transit, CAT), said STIF funding "accounts for approximately 50% of the revenue that CAAT…
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