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Commissioners say public-transit hours will not be reduced after budget review
Summary
Chair Misty Ahmic told the board that after reviewing the public-transit budget, previously reported reductions to service hours are not necessary and no deficit is expected; Commissioner Raegan Hain urged earlier budget reviews to avoid community backlash.
Chairperson Misty Ahmic updated the board March 3 on a recent public-transit matter, saying that a proposed reduction in service hours discussed at the February 3 meeting is not necessary after subsequent review.
Ahmic said that after meeting with the Public Transit Director and reviewing the budget, the county does not expect a deficit at the end of the fiscal year and that no service-hour reductions are planned. Commissioner Raegan Hain said officials should conduct thorough budget reviews earlier and seek assistance when needed to avoid escalation and community backlash from premature communications.
Ahmic reiterated that the public hearing process remains important because the board values public input. The transcript records no formal motion regarding transit service hours at this meeting.
What’s next: County staff and transit leadership will continue budget monitoring and any future service changes would follow public-notice and hearing procedures.
