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HI SCR120
Concurrent Resolution
Status
3/6/2020
Primary Sponsor
Kurt Fevella
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AI Summary
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Requests each county to explore transit-based advertisements as a revenue source before establishing new mass transit fares or increasing existing fares.
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Applies only to fare changes that would take effect after July 1, 2020.
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Cites February 2020 Honolulu Rate Commission proposal for TheBus fare increases (9 percent for adult one-way fares and 25 percent for seniors, Medicare holders, and individuals with disabilities) as an example.
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Recognizes that fare increases place financial burdens on riders and should be considered a last resort for counties seeking to offset transit system operating and maintenance costs.
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Directs transmission of certified copies to the Mayor and County Council Chair of each county.
Legislative Description
Requesting Each County, Prior To Imposing A New Fare Or Increasing An Existing Fare For A Mass Transit System, To Determine Whether The Additional Revenue Sought From The Proposed Or Increased Fare May Be Obtained Through Transit-based Advertisements.
Counties
Last Action
Referred to PSM/TRS/EET.
3/6/2020