#transportation-equity

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Boston.com
1 month ago
Boston

MBTA Board approves reduced fares for low-income riders

Low-income MBTA riders to benefit from half-priced tickets for ages 26-64 earning $30,000 or less.
MIT study showed a 50% discount on rapid transit tickets led to 30% more trips by low-income residents. [ more ]
Kqed
1 month ago
Education

Why Doesn't California Have More School Buses? | KQED

Positive memories of school bus experiences can have a lasting impact on individuals.
Questioning the lack of school buses in certain regions can lead to discussions on equity and transportation challenges. [ more ]
San Jose Spotlight
2 months ago
Silicon Valley real estate

East San Jose to get long overdue light rail extension - San Jose Spotlight

Approval of a $437 million construction contract for the Eastridge to BART Regional Connector project in East San Jose.
Projected to provide an equitable transportation system for East San Jose community after decades of planning. [ more ]
Streetsblog
2 months ago
NYC politics

Want to Really Help Low-Income New Yorkers? Support Congestion Pricing Streetsblog New York City

Opponents may spread false myths about congestion pricing affecting low-income people, but CSS study shows most low-income New Yorkers rely on transit, not cars.
Congestion pricing benefits low-income New Yorkers by funding public transportation upgrades and offering toll discounts to qualifying drivers. [ more ]
Streetsblog
2 months ago
San Francisco

How the Next Generation of Mobility Justice Leaders Are Fighting For Transportation Equity - Streetsblog USA

Transportation equity involves equal accessibility to transportation regardless of background.
Mobility justice includes funding sidewalks, transit, and bike lanes on par with highways. [ more ]
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