Tech Rides Vs. Bus Service: Johnson County Navigates Mass Transit Future

Getting around the Golden Ghetto without owning a car has always been a challenge and, in the very near future, threatens to limit economic growth.

Here's how our progressive friends report on recent tech that offers a peek at mobile phone based transit on demand rather than reliance on the bus . . . Check-it . . .

"The commission had a high-level discussion last week as they continued talks about what needs to be done to attract more riders. Previous work sessions have looked at adjusting fares and services on express routes and the microtransit service.

"The session last Thursday focused on fixed route buses, considered the backbone of the transit service. These are the routes with regular stops at fixed times of the day.

"The transit service sees about 379,000 riders a year on fixed routes, compared to 32,800 microtransit riders and 84,100 paratransit riders, according to the projections for 2024. Changes in the fixed routes have the potential to have a big impact on ridership and ultimately how much the system costs."

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How can Johnson County fix its bus system? Officials consider more routes or shorter waits

Johnson County's transit service sees about 379,000 riders a year on fixed routes, compared to 32,800 microtransit riders and 84,100 paratransit riders. County commissioners are considering adjusting fares and services to attract more riders.