""Is everybody telling the truth? We're not sure," Program Director Kim Comstock told the San Mateo County Transportation Authority on Thursday."
""The express lanes are functioning as intended," consultant Liz Justison told the agency's board."
""It's a little unclear. It's a little dirty," Romero said, expressing doubts about the data's reliability."
"Starting in February 2019, the agency converted seven miles of carpool-only lanes into toll lanes from University Avenue to Whipple Avenue."
Drivers on Highway 101's toll lanes can self-report passenger numbers to receive discounts, leading to concerns about honesty. A study revealed that 46% of drivers claimed to have two passengers. Transit advocates suggest implementing technology for verification and increased enforcement. Average speeds in toll lanes improved significantly, but some officials question the validity of the data due to pandemic-related changes in traffic patterns. The agency is considering expanding toll lanes based on these findings.
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