Kansas City Activists Demand Freebie Bus Funding At Courthouse

A hint of desperation powered local protesters this week as local transit runs out of cash. 

From our perspective . . .

Kansas City bus funding might garner more cash if the ATA didn't use MILLIONS to fund development schemes. 

Sadly, our activist friends don't delve into those kind of deets.

Instead, here's the outcry for more money in hopes that freebie rides will endure . . . Despite the stench which confounds drivers . . . 

"Sunrise Movement KC called on Jackson County legislators for help after organizers said appeals to Kansas City, Missouri, leaders were ignored . . . Daily bus riders say they've noticed multiple bus routes being canceled or buses not showing up at all. "

Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com link . . .

Kansas City, Missouri, residents worried about possible cuts in bus funding

Kansas City, Missouri, residents worried about possible cuts in bus funding that would make it difficult for people to get to jobs and vital services.

Local group, bus riders call on county leaders to secure funding to prevent further cuts

It all started with Gladstone in July of last year, then Raytown, Grandview and Blue Springs. Now, there could be more cities without bus services.

Developing . . .