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Rochester Transit Service ends On Demand public transportation service

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What happened

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Rochester Transit Service plans to end its On Demand service in the Rochester area starting early next year. RTS leaders stated the cancellation is necessary because the service consumes 14% of the budget while serving only 3% of all riders. The service costs more than six times more per rider than a regular bus ticket.

From whec.com

Why it matters

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RTS currently faces a $30 million budget deficit due to increasing costs. The decision to cut the On Demand service reflects the financial strain on the transit system in Rochester. This change affects members of the disabled community who rely on the service for work and appointments.

From whec.com

Who's involved

  • RTSProvides public transportation services within the Rochester area
  • RochesterThe location where the transit service operates
  • city councilHolds formal governing authority within the municipality of Rochester
  • Malik EvansServes as the Mayor, exercising civic authority over Rochester
  • Kim NortonHolds the formal position of Mayor of Rochester

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  • city councilSpeculative

    May need to review local policy and funding due to the transit budget deficit.

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  1. Stacey used the RTS On Demand service in Rochester.1 source
  2. RTS public transportation service is ending in the Rochester area.1 source

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