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1 Meeting Notice and Agenda Social Services Transportation Advisory Council The Social Services Transportation Advisory Council may take action on any item appearing on this agenda. Wednesday, January 23, a.m. to 12 noon SANDAG, 7th Floor Conference Room 401 B Street, Suite 800 San Diego, CA Please take the elevator to the 8th floor to access the meeting room. Staff Contact: Jack Christensen (619) jack.christensen@sandag.org

2 Agenda Highlights Regional Transit Fare Study North County Transit District s Upcoming Stop Changes Please silence all electronic devices during the meeting Mission Statement The 18 cities and county government are SANDAG serving as the forum for regional decision-making. SANDAG builds consensus; makes strategic plans; obtains and allocates resources; plans, engineers, and builds public transit; and provides information on a broad range of topics pertinent to the region's quality of life. 2

3 Welcome to SANDAG. Members of the public may speak to the Working Group on any item at the time the Working Group is considering the item. Please complete a Request to Comment form and then present the form to the Working Group coordinator. Members of the public may address the Working Group on any issue under the agenda item entitled Public Comments/Communications/Member Comments. Public speakers are limited to three minutes or less per person. The Working Group may take action on any item appearing on the agenda. Both agenda and non-agenda comments should be sent to SANDAG via comment@sandag.org. Please include the Working Group name and meeting date, agenda item, your name, and your organization. Any comments, handouts, presentations, or other materials from the public intended for distribution at the meeting should be received by the Working Group coordinator no later than 5 p.m. two working days prior to the meeting. All public comments and materials received by the deadline become part of the official public record and will be provided to the members for their review at the meeting. 3

4 In order to keep the public informed in an efficient manner and facilitate public participation, SANDAG also provides access to all agenda and meeting materials online at sandag.org/meetings. Additionally, interested persons can sign up for notifications at sandag.org/subscribe. SANDAG operates its programs without regard to race, color, and national origin in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act. SANDAG has developed procedures for investigating and tracking Title VI complaints, and the procedures for filing a complaint are available to the public upon request. Questions concerning SANDAG nondiscrimination obligations or complaint procedures should be directed to the SANDAG General Counsel, John Kirk, at (619) or john.kirk@sandag.org. Any person who believes himself or herself or any specific class of persons to be subjected to discrimination prohibited by Title VI also may file a written complaint with the Federal Transit Administration. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), SANDAG will accommodate persons who require assistance in order to participate in SANDAG meetings. If such assistance is required, please contact SANDAG at (619) at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting. To request this document or related reports in an alternative format, please call (619) or (619) (TTY), or fax (619)

5 SANDAG agenda materials can be made available in alternative languages. To make a request, call (619) at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting. Los materiales de la agenda de SANDAG están disponibles en otros idiomas. Para hacer una solicitud, llame al (619) al menos 72 horas antes de la reunión. 如有需要, 我们可以把 SANDAG 议程材料翻译成其他語言. 请在会议前至少 72 小时打电话 (619) 提出请求. SANDAG offices are accessible by public transit. Phone 511 or visit 511sd.com for route information. Bicycle parking is available in the parking garage of the SANDAG offices. To access the meeting room, please arrive on the 8th floor. 5

6 Social Services Transportation Advisory Council Wednesday, January 23, 2019 Item No. 1. Welcome and Introductions +2. Approval of Meeting Minutes The Social Services Transportation Advisory Council (SSTAC) is asked to review and approve the minutes from its November 19, 2018, meeting. Recommendation Approve 6

7 3. Public Comments/Communications/ Member Comments Members of the public shall have the opportunity to address the SSTAC on any issue within the jurisdiction of SANDAG that is not on this agenda. Anyone desiring to speak shall reserve time by completing a Request to Comment form and giving it to the meeting coordinator prior to speaking. Public speakers should notify the meeting coordinator if they have a handout for distribution to SSTAC members. Public speakers are limited to three minutes or less per person. SSTAC members also may provide information and announcements under this agenda item. 7

8 Reports +4. Regional Transit Fare Study (Brian Lane) The Comprehensive Fare Ordinance provides guidelines for setting a uniform, fair, and equitable regionwide fare system for the Metropolitan Transit System and the North County Transit District. The SSTAC is asked to review proposed amendments to both the TransNet and Comprehensive Fare Ordinance and provide feedback. Discussion 8

9 5. North County Transit District s Upcoming Stop Changes To improve performance, North County Transit District (NCTD) will conduct a number of changes to stops starting in April NCTD will remove certain stops and amenities, reallocate amenities, install shelters, and relocate certain stops. NCTD staff will discuss how ridership, stop spacing, and small routing changes guided the development of the proposed changes. Information 6. Staff Report Information Staff will report on notable activity within the SANDAG Short Range Transit section. 9

10 7. Transit Operator Update Representatives from the Metropolitan Transit System and North County Transit District will provide an update on proposed service changes and any notable activity. 8. Facilitating Access and Coordinated Transportation Update The Council will hear a verbal report on recent developments of Facilitating Access and Coordinated Transportation Update and the Council on Access and Mobility. 9. Upcoming Meetings The next SSTAC meeting is scheduled for Monday, March 18, 2019, at 10 a.m. 10. Adjournment Information Information Information + next to an item indicates an attachment 10

11 Social Services Transportation Advisory Council January 23, 2019 November 19, 2018, Meeting Minutes Item: 2 Action Requested: Approve Chair Meagan Schmidt (Facilitating Access to Coordinated Transportation [FACT]) called the meeting of the Social Services Transportation Advisory Council (SSTAC) to order at 10:04 a.m. at the SANDAG offices. 1. Introductions The attendance sheet for this meeting is included. 2. Approval of Meeting Minutes (Approve) Action: Upon a motion by Ted Kagan (At-large Voting Member Seat C) and a second by Wayne Landon (Special Interest Voting Member Seat B), the SSTAC approved the minutes from its September 17, 2018, meeting. Yes: Chair Schmidt, Vice Chair Jay Washburn (Metropolitan Transit System [MTS] Paratransit), Mary Birdine (At-large Voting Member Seat A), Rebecca Steiner (At-Large Voting Member Seat B), Mr. Kagan, Gayle Obrecht (International Rescue Committee), Robert Gebo (North County Transit District [NCTD] Paratransit), Helen Elias (Special Interest 11

12 Voting Member Seat A), Mr. Landon, Alicia DeLeon- Torres (Survivors of Torture, International), Anthony DeSalis (The ARC of San Diego). No: None. Abstain: Denis Desmond (MTS Fixed Route), Chris Duddy (NCTD Fixed Route). Absent: Access to Independence, FACT Seat A, San Diego Center for the Blind. 3. Public Comments/Communications/Member Comments Sharlene Ornelas (At-large Voting Member, 2nd Alternate) commented that the NCTD rearranged many bus bays at the North County Transit Center on El Camino Real, causing confusion among many visually-impaired riders who use this transit center as a transfer point. Ms. Ornelas stated early notice and staff available at stations to help inform passengers of changes could be helpful. Ms. Ornelas expressed concern about the disparity in proposed fare increases between MTS and NCTD, suggesting that fare increases should be done in increments. Ms. Ornelas questioned the legality of zoning; however, if zoning were to continue, Ms. Ornelas requested that NCTD and MTS offer a day pass option for paratransit riders just as fixed-route riders are proposed to receive. Ms. Ornelas also commented the non-service dogs are getting out-of-hand and advocated for driver education on proper protocol when confronted with animals on transit. Ms. Ornelas stated that large, 12

13 personal belongings such as walkers, carts, and strollers are impeding other riders access through bus aisles. Sharon Beckas (Special Interest Voting Member Seat A) echoed Ms. Ornelas comments about oversized carts, calling for better enforcement of MTS policies concerning oversized personal belongings. Additionally, Ms. Beckas stated drivers do not confront passengers when policies are not followed by some passengers. Ms. Beckas complimented a NCTD employee for providing good customer service. Ms. Beckas expressed concern that the proposed Senior/Disabled/Medicare (SDM) monthly pass increase from $18 to $26 represents a large increase, yet the adult monthly pass is proposed to remain constant and seniors who live on a fixed income are not getting a substantial increase in their Social Security payments. As a transit rider who uses a wheelchair, Ms. Birdine concurred with Ms. Ornelas and Ms. Beckas that oversized carts are problematic. Ms. Birdine complimented MTS for Free Ride Day in October but stated that the riders she spoke to wished it was scheduled at the end of the month when they were low on their money. Regarding the MTS pilot program to have taxi drivers pick up a portion of MTS Access clients, Tamara Airhart (Special Interest Voting Member Seat B) stated that it is going quite well, noticing that drivers 13

14 were trained on how to interact with visually-impaired riders. One improvement Ms. Airhart requested was an enhanced scheduling process between MTS Access and the taxi program to better inform the passenger on the specifics of their trip. Ethel Miranda (Public Member) expressed concern at the proposed price hike for North County transit riders, especially for seniors, paratransit riders, and patients who need chemotherapy and dialysis treatment. Nonetheless, Ms. Miranda appreciated the proposed price reduction for youth. Clytie Koehler (Public Member) warned of dire consequences that the proposed fare increases would have on fixed-income riders who need regular medical treatment. Ms. Koehler requested that NCTD bus drivers improve their call-outs. Regarding the in-line transit stops, Ms. Koehler acknowledged the improvements she has witnessed, but advocated for better placement of truncated domes so that visually-impaired riders know where to board buses. Ms. Ornelas stated that in addition to the truncated domes, MTS is required under Department of Transportation guidelines to include barb-outs to indicate the location of the trolleys doors. Ms. Ornelas noted that barb-outs are currently missing at the 5th and C Street trolley station. Dan Totah (Public Member) stated that the proposed fare increase from $3.50 to $5.00 for NCTD LIFT is 14

15 understandable since the last, major fare change was ten years ago. However, Mr. Totah stated it was completely wrong to include a fixed-route comparison for pricing in the proposed fare change, given that some riders would have to pay upwards of $10 per ride when they are currently paying $3.50 per ride. Mr. Totah recommended that fare prices be tied to distance such that riders pay less for short trips. Ms. Koehler suggested a fare differential based on trip purpose. Reports 4. Accessible Transportation Services for Disabled and Seniors in Scripps Ranch and Miramar Ranch North (Discussion) Wallace Wulfeck and Michelle Abella-Shon (Public Members) described the lack of public transit, as stated in the petitions received at SSTAC on September 17, 2018, in the Scripps Ranch community and asked SANDAG to begin planning for public transit service in the Scripps Ranch area. Ms. Abella-Shon mentioned there are many families in the area that have public transit needs and additionally, a senior community has been approved in the Scripps Ranch community. Clive Richard (Public Member) stated that Scripps Ranch is one of many areas in the region that have unmet transportation needs and that these needs did not suddenly arise a 15

16 month ago. Sandy Wessel (Public Member), acknowledged that the lack of public transportation in the Scripps Ranch area might be emblematic of the region. Ms. Abella-Shon shared an she received detailing a disabled resident s concerns with public transit in Scripps Ranch. Mr. Desmond stated that MTS is preparing some information in response to the petitions received and echoed Mr. Richard s and Ms. Wessel s comments about the regional challenge of access to public transit in some areas. Mr. Desmond provided a brief history of public transit options that were available in the Scripps Ranch area but were discontinued over time due to low ridership. Mr. Desmond said MTS is looking at solutions as the aging population increases and as demographics and housing patterns evolve. Mr. Desmond mentioned although there may not be the availability of fixed route services in that community, there are solutions available such as FACT programs, voucher programs and Transportation Network Company rides. 5. Social Services Transportation Advisory Council 2019 Meeting Calendar (Approve) Action: Upon a motion by Mr. Kagan and a second by Mr. Landon, the SSTAC approved its 2019 meeting calendar. Yes: Chair Schmidt, Vice Chair Washburn, 16

17 Ms. Birdine, Mr. Kagan, Ms. Obrecht, Mr. Desmond, Mr. Gebo, Mr. Duddy, Ms. Steiner, Ms. Elias, Mr. Landon, Ms. DeLeon-Torres, Mr. DeSalis. No: None. Abstain: None. Absent: Access to Independence, FACT Seat A, San Diego Center for the Blind. 6. Staff Report (Information) Brian Lane, Senior Regional Planner, reported on the progress of the 2018 Fare Study, highlighting the timeline and ways to provide further public input. Mr. Lane reiterated that the SSTAC public hearing in May coincides with the SANDAG Coordinated Plan, both of which seek public input on unmet transportation needs in the region. Mr. Lane briefly described the Specialized Transportation Strategic Plan and how that will inform the specialized needs of the region over the next several decades and ways to meet the demand. Mr. Lane notified the SSTAC that he plans to present draft strategies from the Specialized Transportation Strategic Plan to the Transportation Committee in December and to the SSTAC in January. Jack Christensen, Grants Administrator, described the funding requests and availability for the Cycle 10 Call for Projects of the of the Specialized Transportation Grant Program. Ms. Ornelas asked if the SSTAC was planned to be a part of the grant selection process. Mr. Christensen stated the recommendations are 17

18 planned to come before the SSTAC and that some SSTAC members are a part of the evaluation panel. 7. Transit Operator Update (Information) Mr. Desmond noted that with next MTS service change on January 27, 2018, the only major change is the extension of the South Bay Rapid Route 225 from the Otay Mesa Border Crossing to Downtown San Diego. With this extension, the route will be operational seven days a week with 30-minute frequencies during off-peak hours and 15-minute frequencies during peak hours. MTS plans to make minor adjustments to Routes 707 and 709 in Eastlake to compliment the new extension. Mr. Desmond discussed the MTS Bus Feeder Study, which studies how to most effectively change bus routes to accommodate the launch of the Mid-Coast Trolley Extension in Rodrigo Carrasco (MTS) provided details of upcoming community meetings for the public to provide input. Mr. Desmond confirmed for Ms. Beckas that Route 225 busses are a part of the fleet with comfortable seats. Mr. Washburn reported on the progress of the taxi pilot program with MTS Access and explained the limits of the MTS computer system in changing pickup times for riders who use the taxi pilot program. Mr. Washburn noted that MediCal-eligible MTS riders should not be paying the $4.50 out-of-pocket cost. 18

19 Mr. Washburn clarified that MTS Access does not charge differently based on zones. Regarding the age at which seniors would qualify for the SDM pass, Mr. Washburn also clarified that the changes would be grandfathered in over five years at which point age 65 would be the threshold. Mr. Duddy stated that NCTD s fixed-route service change occurred in October with no major changes to report. The next service change is slated for April, but no major changes are anticipated. Both services changes are intended to improve NCTD on-time performance. Mr. Duddy also reported that all Amtrak trains from Oceanside to San Diego are now rail-torail, meaning NCTD customers can ride Amtrak trains using a day or monthly pass, although the Amtrak trains only stop Oceanside, Solana Beach, and Old Town. Mr. Duddy noted that the rail-to-rail change will nearly double the number of trains available to customers along the rail corridor. Mr. Gebo reported that NCTD s paratransit contractor, MV Transportation, rescheduled drivers and routes during the month of October. This, coupled with an increase in demand for paratransit, caused some service issues. MV Transportation, at the request of NCTD, retrained its staff on operating paratransit. Mr. Gebo also reported that NCTD is anticipating opening its Escondido Eligibility Center on December 3,

20 8. Facilitating Access and Coordinated Transportation Update (Information) Chair Schmidt highlighted an article written about FACT and a rider who uses FACT s services. FACT s upcoming annual meeting is on December 13, 2018, at 9 a.m. at the Marina Village near SeaWorld and an invitation was extended to the entire group. 9. Upcoming Meeting The next SSTAC meeting is scheduled for January 23, 2018, at 10 a.m. at the SANDAG offices. 10. Adjournment Chair Schmidt adjourned the meeting at 11:25 a.m. 20

21 Confirmed Attendance at SANDAG Social Services Transportation Advisory Council Meeting November 19, 2018 Jurisdiction/Organiz ation Access to Independence At-Large Voting Member (Seat A) At-Large Voting Member (Seat B) At-Large Voting Member (Seat C) At-Large Voting Member (Seats A through C) Alternates Name Ruben Ceballo s Mary Birdine Rebecca Steiner Ted Kagan Linda Haddoc k, 1st Alternat e Sharlen e Ornelas, 2nd Alternat e Attend ed NO NO Commen ts 21

22 Special Interest Voting Member (Seat A) Special Interest Voting Member (Seat B) Full Access & Coordinated Transportation (Seat A) Full Access & Coordinated Transportation (Seat B) International Rescue Committee Kathlee n Baldwin, 3rd Alternat e Helen Elias Sharon Beckas, Alternat e Wayne Landon Tamara Airhart, Alternat e Arun Prem NO NO Meagan Schmidt Gayle Obrecht 22 Chair

23 Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) Fixed Route MTS Paratransit North County Transit District (NCTD) Fixed Route NCTD Paratransit San Diego Center for the Blind Special Interest Voting Member (Seat A) Special Interest Voting Member (Seat B) Survivors of Torture, International Denis Desmon d Jay Washbu rn Chris Duddy Robert Gebo Monica Aguirre Helen Elias Sharon Beckas, Alternat e Wayne Landon Tamara Airhart, Alternat e Alicia DeLeon- Torres NO Vice Chair 23

24 The ARC of San Diego Other Attendees Clive Richard Clytie Koehler David Jackson Ethel Miranda Michelle Abella-Shon Phillip Manson Rodrigo Carrasco Sandy Web-Smith Vassy Lerinska Wally Wulfeck SANDAG Staff Audrey Porcella Brian Lane Jack Christensen Zachary Rivera Anthon y DeSalis 24

25 Social Services Transportation Advisory Council January 23, 2019 Regional Transit Fare Study Item: 4 Action Requested: Discussion Introduction The Comprehensive Fare Ordinance provides guidelines for setting a uniform, fair, and equitable regionwide fare system for the Metropolitan Transit System and the North County Transit District. The Social Services Transportation Advisory Council is asked to review proposed amendments to both the TransNet and Comprehensive Fare Ordinance and provide feedback. Key Staff Brian Lane, (619) , Contact: brian.lane@sandag.org Attachments:1. Proposed Amendments to the Regional Transit Comprehensive Fare Ordinance and TransNet Ordinance for Transportation Committee (without attachments) 2. Overview of Proposed Fare Changes 25

26 Attachment 1 Transportation Committee Item: 4 January 4, 2019 Proposed Amendments to the Regional Transit Comprehensive Fare Ordinance and TransNet Ordinance Overview SANDAG Board Policy No. 029: Regional Fare Policy and Comprehensive Fare Ordinance, provides guidelines for setting a uniform, fair, and equitable regionwide fare system within the County of San Diego for the Metropolitan Action Requested: Recommend The Transportation Committee is asked to recommend that the Board of Directors adopt the proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Fare Ordinance and TransNet Ordinance. Fiscal Impact: The recommended fare changes are estimated to result in an annual passenger revenue increase of approximately $7.6 million and would assist in maintaining high levels of service and help keep pace with rising operating costs to ensure that farebox recovery ratios are kept above legislated minimum levels. Schedule/Scope Impact: Any fare changes approved by the MTS, NCTD, and SANDAG Boards would be enacted no sooner than March 10,

27 Transit System (MTS) and North County Transit District (NCTD). The Comprehensive Fare Ordinance includes the existing fare structure used by MTS and NCTD, with a detailed listing of the available fares, their prices, and their limitations. Over the past two years, SANDAG has been working with MTS and NCTD on a regional fare study to consider various ways to simplify the transit fare system and help fare revenues keep pace with rising operational costs while minimizing impacts to ridership. In order to implement these fare changes, SANDAG is required to amend the Comprehensive Fare Ordinance and TransNet Ordinance. Changes to the Fare Ordinance resulting in fare increases were last made in Key Considerations The fare change recommendations were approved by the MTS Board of Directors on December 13, 2018, and by the NCTD Board of Directors on December 20, The proposed changes are outlined in Attachment 1. The key fare changes would include: introduction of a combined Youth and Senior/Disabled/Medicare Regional Day Pass at $3; 27

28 increasing the age limit from 60 to 65 years for the senior discount across all fare types; increased discounts to youth monthly passes (would equal a price reduction from $36 to $23 for Regional, $50 to $32 for Premium Regional, and $82.50 to $58 for COASTER); decreased discounts to Senior/Disabled/Medicare monthly passes (would equal a price increase from $18 to $23 for Regional, $25 to $32 for Premium Regional, and $41.25 to $58 for COASTER); changes to numerous MTS- and NCTD-specific oneway fares and monthly pass prices into simplified Regional Fares; for improved simplification of the fare structure, removal of certain passes including the separate SPRINTER/BREEZE monthly pass, Trolley transfers, and multi-day passes. The recommended changes require amendments to the Comprehensive Fare Ordinance and TransNet Ordinance, which are outlined in Attachments 2 and 3. The TransNet amendments are the result of the proposed changes to the senior age limit and the Senior/Disabled/Medicare monthly pass discount. Public Engagement and Feedback Six public open-house meetings for input on the fare changes were conducted in October

29 Attachment 4 includes a full description of the public outreach conducted and a complete list of the comments received to date. In general, the Senior/Disabled/Medicare monthly pass holders and paratransit riders expressed concern with the increases, while youth and their families generally were pleased with the proposed discount. There was some understanding that it has been nearly ten years since fares were increased, so many of the increases were considered reasonable. In response to public comments, the originally proposed Senior/Disabled/Medicare monthly pass price increase was lowered from $26, to the currently proposed $23. Additionally, NCTD decreased the proposed paratransit fare for those riders that would have had an equivalent transfer on a fixed route. Instead of a potential $10 or $15 one-way fare, the fare will be capped at $7.50. Equity Analysis Pursuant to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, SANDAG is required to conduct a fare equity analysis to evaluate the effects of fare changes on low-income and minority populations. Attachment 5 includes the analysis of fare changes and shows that there are no disparate impacts to minority riders and no disproportionate burdens to low-income riders. Next Steps 29

30 Pending final approval by the SANDAG Board of Directors, the fare changes would be enacted on March 10, Charles Muggs Stoll, Director of Land Use and Transportation Planning Key Staff Brian Lane, (619) , Contact: Attachments:1. Overview of Proposed Fare Changes 2. Proposed Changes to the Comprehensive Fare Ordinance 3. RTC Ordinance No. RTC-CO , Approving Proposed Amendments to the TransNet Extension Ordinance 4. Public Engagement and Feedback 5. Title VI Fare Equity Analysis 30

31 Single Ride Overview of Proposed Fare Changes Attachment 2 MTS Bus o Adult and Youth would increase from $2.25 to $2.50 o Senior/Disabled/Medicare would increase from $1.10 to $1.25 MTS Rural o Adult and Youth Rural two-zone currently ($5-$10), would blend to an $8 flat fare o Senior/Disabled/Medicare two-zone currently ($2.50-$5), would blend to a $4 flat fare NCTD BREEZE o Would increase from $1.75 to $2.50 for Adult/Youth, and from $0.75 to $1.25 for Senior/Disabled/Medicare, in parallel with MTS NCTD SPRINTER o Would increase from $2.00 to $2.50 for Adult/Youth, and from $1.00 to $1.25 for Senior/Disabled/Medicare, in parallel with MTS NCTD COASTER 31

32 o Zone 1 would increase for Adult from $4 to $5, Senior/Disabled/Medicare would increase from $2 to $2.50, Youth would decrease from $4 to $2.50 o Zone 2 would increase for Adult from $5 to $5.75, Senior/Disabled/Medicare would increase from $2.50 to $2.75, Youth would decrease from $5 to $2.75 o Zone 3 would increase for Adult from $5.50 to $6.50, Senior/Disabled/Medicare would increase from $2.75 to $3.25, Youth would decrease from $5.50 to $3.25 MTS Access o Would increase from $4.50 to $5 NCTD LIFT o Would increase from $3.50 to $5, and from $3.50 to $7.50 for some longer trips o Capped at $5 per trip for Medi-Cal eligible customers for all trips Day and Monthly Passes Regional 1-Day Pass (Modes: MTS Bus, Trolley, Rapid, NCTD BREEZE, NCTD SPRINTER) o Adult 1-Day Pass would increase from $5 to $6 32

33 o NEW: Introduction of Senior/Disabled/Medicare and Youth 1- Day Pass at $3 Regional 30-Day/Monthly Pass (Modes: MTS Bus, Trolley, Rapid, NCTD BREEZE, NCTD SPRINTER) o Adult would remain at $72 o Senior/Disabled/Medicare would increase from $18 to $23 o Youth would decrease from $36 to $23 Premium Regional 1-Day Pass (Includes Regional Pass Modes, MTS Rapid Express, and NCTD FLEX, except FLEX 372) o Adult 1-Day would remain at $12 (but now exclude COASTER) o NEW: Introduction of Senior/Disabled/Medicare and Youth Premium Regional 1-Day Pass at $6 Premium Regional 30-Day/Monthly Pass (Includes Regional Pass Modes, MTS Rapid Express, MTS Rural, and NCTD FLEX, except FLEX 372) o Adult would remain at $100 o Senior/Disabled/Medicare would increase from $25 to $32 33

34 o Youth would decrease from $50 to $32 o NEW: MTS Rural service added to this pass NCTD COASTER Regional 1-Day Pass (Includes Regional and Premium Regional Pass Modes + all COASTER zones) o NEW: Introduction of Adult 1-Day Pass at $15 o NEW: Introduction of Senior/Disabled/Medicare and Youth 1- Day Pass at $7.50 NCTD COASTER Regional 30-Day/Monthly Pass (Includes Regional and Premium Regional Pass Modes + all COASTER zones) o Adult 1 Zone would increase from $120 to $140 o Adult 2 Zone would increase from $150 to $161 o Adult 3 Zone would increase from $165 to $182 o Senior/Disabled/Medicare would increase from $41.25 to $58 o Youth would decrease from $82.50 to $58 Simplification 34

35 Elimination of 2,3,4, and 14-day passes Elimination of Trolley to Trolley one-way cash transfers to align with bus policy Elimination of $2.25 SPRINTER/BREEZE Senior/Disabled/Medicare 1-Day Pass (Will now be $3 to include service on the MTS bus and Trolley) Elimination of $59 SPRINTER/BREEZE 30- Day/Monthly Pass (Will now be $72 to include service on the MTS bus and Trolley) Other Policy Changes Increasing the minimum age for senior discounts from 60 to 65 years (seniors 60 or older prior to the effective date will remain eligible for reduced fares) 35