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According to 2006 Metro Transit Facts posted at the county’s official website, King County Metro generates a mere $87,929,462 in annual revenue while spending a whopping $433,108,247 on various expenses. This begs the question: Could a free bus system work better than large government subsidies?
Prior research from WSDOT and case studies from cities that have experimented with free transit suggest it can be done:
- View the WSDOT Strategic Analysis and Estimating Office Reporton
- School Buses May Give Older New Yorkers a Lift from NYTimes, 08/25/2009
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SeattleBagTax.org
Taxes and bans on disposable bags have gained worldwide attention. This site examines the effects of bag policies around the globe.
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NoFareMetro.org
Free public transportation will encourage more people to leave cars at home. Here we explore the possibility of a free bus system in Seattle.
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