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COG’s DMV Moves outlines options to shore up Metro funding; Fairfax officials briefed on regional task force and possible savings
Summary
COG staff said the DMV Moves regional task force is assessing long‑term Metro funding needs and operational efficiencies, estimating the region may need $600–1,000 million starting in FY28 and proposing reforms across fares, shared services, wayfinding, bus priority, procurement and audits.
Christopher Clark Mercer (COG) told Fairfax County supervisors that DMV Moves — a regional task force created to address long‑term Metro and transit funding and coordination — will pursue actionable recommendations to close an impending funding gap and improve operational efficiency.
Mercer said the work includes two coordinated groups: a Community Partners group (chaired by Jack McDougall of the Board of Trade) bringing business, labor and rider advocates to the table, and a Government Partners group led by regional chief administrative…
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