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Council marks Transit Equity Day; DOT officials cite free-bus ridership gains and winter operations
Summary
At a Feb. 3 proclamation, Montgomery County recognized Transit Equity Day, highlighted free-bus service and cited a 5.4% ridership increase and roughly $1,200 in annual savings per frequent rider; DOT leaders described extra service and snow-clearance efforts during a recent storm.
Montgomery County Council on Feb. 3 proclaimed Feb. 4 as Transit Equity Day in honor of Rosa Parks and used the occasion to highlight county transit policies, winter operations and recent ridership trends.
Council and Transportation and Environment Committee members framed Transit Equity Day as recognition of a civil-rights legacy and an opportunity to underscore local efforts to make…
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