LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — The Regional Transportation Commission is warning of higher fares and fewer routes as the agency works to address a $118.5 million annual funding shortfall.
The RTC says it has not increased fares in over 15 years. Officials say fare adjustments for both transit and paratransit services could help address the budget gap.
Nearly 40 percent of service could disappear, hitting those who depend on transit the hardest.
Riders unaware of proposed changes
Many riders at the Bonneville Transit Center, a major hub in downtown, had no idea the cuts were on the table or that they could weigh in. The RTC says there is a 60-day window for public comment…