Committee backs making Ride On fare-free and approves fees resolution
Apr 29, 2025
The Transportation and Environment Committee voted unanimously April 29 to adopt the FY26 fees, charges and fares resolution, endorsing the executive's recommendation to eliminate fares on Ride On. Staff said the move reduces near-term capital needs and shifts fiscal impacts into later years; the committee also requested implementation details for ambassadors and service protections.
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The Montgomery County Transportation and Environment Committee on April 29 voted unanimously to approve the FY26 transportation fees, charges and fares resolution and to advance the executive's recommendation to make Ride On fares free beginning in FY26.
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