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Metro Micro Eyeing An End To $1 Rideshares

Metro Micro Eyeing An End To $1 Rideshares

FromHow To LA


Metro Micro Eyeing An End To $1 Rideshares

FromHow To LA

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Length:
16 minutes
Released:
Jan 16, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

#218:
Have you seen those Metro Micro vans around the city? Metro's pilot rideshare program has been offering $1 rides in eight zones around the city since 2020. This year, the fare may be rising.
In this episode, host Brian De Los Santos talks with LAist reporter Makenna Sievertson about the Metro Micro program and what she's been hearing from the public. We also hear from Metro about why they want to continue support to the Metro Micro. Public comment will be accepted until January 18th, with the Metro board set to vote on the fare on January 25th. 
Read LAist's coverage here: https://laist.com/news/transportation/metro-micro-costing-more-the-transit-agency-wants-to-hear-your-thoughts
and learn more about the Metro Micro program here: https://micro.metro.net/
Thanks to artist Nat Center for sharing their thoughts on the program with How To LA. 
Guests: LAist reporter Makenna Sievertson, Metro Operations Senior Executive Officer Joseph Forgiarini
Released:
Jan 16, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

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