North Bay commuters are about to get a very different ride. Starting April 12, Marin and Sonoma counties will see a major reshuffling of transit service that brings more SMART trains, beefed-up Golden Gate bus service into San Francisco, and the end of some long-haul bus runs north of Novato. Riders can expect earlier northbound trains, more midday options and later evening trips on SMART, along with more frequent buses between San Rafael and the city. Transit officials say the goal is to cut wait times, smooth transfers along U.S. Highway 101 and grow ridership across the corridor.
Who Signed Off On MASCOTS
The Marin–Sonoma Coordinated Transit Service Plan, or MASCOTS, was put together by the Metropolitan Transportation Commission in partnership…..