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Schwarzenegger To Cut Transit June 9, 2008

Part of the California state budget includes a proposed cut of $19 million from AC Transit ($1.4 billion in cuts in transit state-wide). Billy brought to my attention tonight that AC Transit is looking for transit riders support in letting Governor Schwarzenegger that this is concerning to the members of the East Bay community. If these cuts happen there will be fare increases and service reduction. I can tell you from experience that the AC Transit lines I take are already in need of MORE service not less.

This proposed cut is essentially a tax on the lower income people who rely on the public transit to get to work. The money needed by the government would be better found in places where it could be afforded. For instance in taxing a high priced luxury item. A car perhaps?

From AC Transit’s website:

Please call the Governor to tell him that AC Transit cannot afford to lose this funding. Let him know how important bus service is for you, your friends and family, and the community at large.

A phone call is the most effective, but a faxed letter or online comment is good, too. Thank you for your help!

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger
(916) 445-2841 (phone)
(916) 558-3160 (fax)
online comment form

Living in the O writes this:

It’s simple - just call and say your name and what city you live in. Then, say that you oppose any cuts to public transit funding. Really - it takes 30 seconds so pick up your phone and call now. And if you’re too freaked out about calling, send in a fax or make a comment online.

Go to Living in the O’s blog post to read more about other things you can do to take action to help save transit.

Go here to read more from AC Transit.

Let’s get the word out on this. Pass it on.