We’re excited about all of the recent attention to public transit, particularly at the federal level. We hope you’ll join us for our next event, Get on the Bus: Denver Transit Justice Forum, on Thursday, March 25, 5:30-7 p.m.
With a new president, Congress, and transportation secretary, the discussion around the future of public transit has dramatically shifted since the beginning of the year and we feel optimistic about future funding. But what happens if transit agencies, like our own Regional Transportation District, do get a significant influx of funding? Will we see transit agencies continue spending money on shiny, expensive capital projects that serve a fraction of the population? Or will transit agencies prioritize ridership by making cost-effective investments – like expanded bus service – that will quickly boost access to frequent, reliable transit service?
We’re advocating for the latter, which is why we’re bringing together thought leaders, transit users, and decision makers on Zoom to discuss what’s possible with a significant amount of new funding for RTD. Join us for this discussion about what we can imagine for the future of public transit in the Denver region.
Speakers include
- Paolo Solorzano, a Denver public transit user
- Shontel Lewis, RTD Director, District B
- Matt Frommer, Senior Transportation Associate, SWEEP
- Jonathan Brooks, Director of Policy and Planning with LINK Houston