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Council approves introduction of fare policy for Whittier Cruiser pilot — $3 per rider, up to $6 per trip
Summary
Council adopted an introduction of a fare policy for the Whittier Cruiser pilot, setting fares at $3 per rider up to a maximum of $6 per trip, and requested staff to address operational questions raised about the pilot.
The Whittier City Council on Dec. 9 approved the introduction of a fare policy for the Whittier Cruiser pilot program, setting a $3 fare per rider up to a $6 maximum per trip.
Director Virginia Santana delivered a six-month update on the pilot and, with Mark Iannon from Circuit Transit, answered council questions on average wait times, availability of heaters on vehicles, whether drivers may accept tips, funding sources for the pilot during and after the trial period, Proposition C funding eligibility, number of vehicles in operation, hours of service, and drop-off arrangements at Hellman Trail.
Council Member Fernando Dutra moved to approve introduction of the Fare Policy; Mayor Pro Tem Octavio Martinez seconded. The question was called and the motion carried 4-0-1, with Council Member Mary Ann Pacheco absent.
The action introduces the fare policy for the pilot but does not by itself change long-term program funding; further decisions about expansion, permanent funding sources, and operational details were left to staff and future Council consideration.
