Prioritizing Equitable Growth Through Fare Policy
Published Date : September 5, 2019
This policy brief explores the concept of fare equity and demonstrates why the current commuter rail fare structure makes train travel uneconomical for many Gateway City residents, especially those living in the immediate station areas. The brief also provides a deeper understanding of why affordable fares are a critical precursor for transformative transit-oriented development and offers recommendations to help policymakers adjust fare policy in a manner that is sensitive to Gateway City economies.
