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Transit board approves CAT Reimagined routes after widespread public concern over senior access
Summary
The Transportation Authority voted 6–1 to approve the CAT Reimagined network and its timetables, while dozens of public commenters urged the board to preserve cross-town service (Route 90) and maintain close-in stops at senior housing; staff said two small adjustments were added and further refinements are possible before or after an August rollout.
The Transportation Authority voted to adopt the CAT Reimagined route network and associated timetables after an afternoon of public comment that centered on service changes affecting seniors and riders who rely on Route 90. Commissioner (S27) moved to approve the resolution and Commissioner (S3) seconded; the motion passed, 6–1, with Dr. Winifred recorded as opposed.
The vote came after more than an hour of public testimony from residents, senior-center staff and long-time riders who warned that stop removals and reroutes would lengthen walks, add transfers and, in some cases, threaten access to work or medical appointments. "Please don't do this to me," said Steven Massengill, who told the board he would lose his only feasible way to get to a substitute-teaching job if Route 90 were removed. "My independence is the most…
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