A historic VTA worker strike since March 10 has halted bus and light rail services, causing significant disruptions for commuters traveling from Berryessa Station to downtown San Jose. Commuters, particularly San Jose State University students, are left with limited options, often choosing between long walks or expensive Uber rides. The strike serves as a critical moment revealing the inadequate transit connectivity in the region and the slow progress by other agencies in improving service. Current plans to extend BART further into downtown are not yet realized, leaving Berryessa Station as a service bottleneck.
"I literally showed up here waiting for the bus and then found out through my friend, I wasn't really planning on having to spend this much money on Uber rides."
"...highlighting the lack of transit connectivity in our car-dominated region, and the slow pace at which other transit agencies have made inroads to serving us."
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