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GRTC says zero‑fare remains a priority; council seeks clarity on FY27 city contribution
Summary
GRTC representatives told council they are pursuing federal, CMAQ and advertising revenues to maintain zero‑fare after VCU stopped a prior contribution; council sought confirmation whether the FY27 mayoral budget includes a $1.5M city contribution.
Councilmembers asked how the city and GRTC will sustain the fare‑free transit program in FY27 after past institutional support changed.
Vice President Jordan said zero‑fare is a high‑priority service for residents and asked whether the FY27 budget supports it; members noted VCU previously contributed funds. A GRTC representative said the mayor’s proposed budget did not originally include zero‑fare funding, but GRTC is pursuing multiple revenue streams — federal grants, CMAQ…
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