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Transit Authority Pilots Fare-Free Month for Frequent Riders

By J. Park

The regional transit authority launched a fare-free pilot this week for riders who logged at least sixteen trips in the prior month, part of an effort to study whether removing cost barriers improves long-term retention among already-frequent commuters.

Results from the pilot are expected to inform a broader fare policy review next year.