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transportation2 years ago•4 min saved

DC Metro Faces Drastic Cuts and Layoffs Amid Budget Crisis

Metro General Manager Randy Clarke warned that if a $750 million budget gap is not closed by the first half of 2024, Metro may have to cut 10 stations, eliminate 67 bus lines, reduce train frequency, increase fares and parking fees by 20%, freeze salary and wage increases, and lay off 2,286 employees. The budget shortfall is due to problems with dedicated funding, ridership, and inflation. Metro is urging jurisdictional partners to find a sustainable funding source to avoid these drastic service and job cuts.

via NBC4 Washington|

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transportation2 years ago•4 min saved

"DC Metro Faces Drastic Cuts: Fare Increases, Layoffs, and Service Reductions"

Metro's proposed budget for the next fiscal year includes massive layoffs, service cuts, and fare increases. Due to a $750 million deficit caused by lower usage during the pandemic, COVID-19 credits, and inflation, Metro General Manager Randy Clarke stated that drastic measures are necessary. The budget would increase fares by 20%, close 10 Metro stations with low ridership, reduce train frequency, eliminate bus routes, and limit access to Metro Access for people with disabilities. The plan also includes laying off almost 2,300 full-time employees, resulting in reduced police presence, longer response times, and maintenance issues. To avoid these cuts, Maryland, Virginia, and D.C. would need to provide additional funding totaling $663 million.

via WTOP|

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