Metro proposes fare and service increases while relying on federal money
Metro is proposing three-minute train waits in core service areas, discounts for low-income riders and its first fare hike in five years as part of a new budget plan that signals a return to normalcy after a debilitating pandemic and rail car shortage.Metro General Manager Randy Clarke unveiled a draft Tuesday of his proposed budget for the fiscal year that begins July 1.
Four months into his new role leading Metro, Clarke said his debut spending plan was driven by responses from riders and Washington-area leaders, with a focus on delivering reliable service at a cost that would include fare increases for most riders. The plan would generally restore pre-pandemic rail service, but lop off part of the Yellow Line, which would cease operations north of Mount Vernon Square.The transit system is projecting to spend 3.
Transit leaders have called on regional leaders to help increase funding. Some elected officials have suggested the federal government contribute more to Metro since federal employees make up the largest segment of transit users.Even as Metro struggles financially, Clarke is proposing to cut fares for low-income riders — a national trend inspired by their loyal use of transit during the pandemic.
While the train’s autopilot system was not found to have contributed to the crash, Metro leaders decided to switch to manual piloting.Rail enthusiasts and transit supporters have lobbied for years for Metro to return to automatic train operations. Advocates say rides would be smoother and more efficient, while trains would arrive and depart from stations on time. The system would lessen the chance that human error could contribute to an accident.
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