Today there was outcry, shouts of solidarity and an inspiring display of unity amongst supporters of "zero fare" Kansas City transit.
Meanwhile, and more importantly . . .
NOBODY HAS ANY PLAN TO COME UP WITH 30 MILLION BUCKS THE KCATA DESPERATELY NEEDS!!!
Money is tight all over and amid talk of "priorities" our friendly neighborhood activists are unclear about how to solve the financial predicament . . . Take a peek:
After dozens of comments to the committee from riders and drivers, the councilmembers agreed to review IRIS operations under the $46 million proposal and not suspend it yet. The council is set to discuss and review the proposal at the April 3 council meeting.
"The pressure we applied on the city councilmembers, as well as the mayor, we're holding them accountable to those who voted for them, who expect them to do what's right," Mohamed said. "It worked out at the end."
It's still unclear how the transit system could change after the new funding of $77.8 million kicks in, which is drastically lower than the KCATA predicted operating costs of $117 million to keep all current routes running. It's also unclear if the additional $46 million will be approved, though it is set to go before city council at next week's meeting.
Riders and drivers are optimistic that Tuesday's meeting gives them more time to call on leaders.
Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com link . . .
No decision yet from Kansas City, Missouri, leaders on additional KCATA & IRIS funding
Another look . . .
Developing . . .
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