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County recognizes Transit Equity Day and highlights free bus service gains
Summary
Montgomery County’s council on Feb. 3 proclaimed Feb. 4 Transit Equity Day, linking the observance to Rosa Parks and citing local policies — including free bus service that officials say raised ridership 5.4% and saved riders about $1,200 annually.
The Montgomery County Council proclaimed Feb. 4 Transit Equity Day during its Feb. 3 meeting, honoring Rosa Parks’ role in civil‑rights history and urging continued work to make public transit accessible.
Councilmembers and Transportation & Environment leaders credited recent county policy changes — notably free bus service implemented in June — with measurable local impacts. “Since buses have become free, ridership has increased 5.4% and riders have saved about $1,200 a year because of our policy,” Councilmember Evan Glass (speaker 6) said during the proclamation remarks.
DOT Director Conklin described operational steps taken during the recent storm and emphasized county investments in service quality and access. Council Vice President Marilyn Balcom and Councilmember Kate Stewart thanked DOT staff and noted further discussions and a follow‑up data center meeting at the County Executive’s building, which will be livestreamed for residents.
The proclamation calls on residents to support and use public transit as an essential resource for equity and notes county programs such as free connector rides and subsidized taxi service for seniors and people with disabilities.
