Read Commissioner Gómez’s editorial in today’s Austin American Statesman: Seniors, disabled should not be burdened with fare increase. Yesterday the fare increase exemption for elderly and disabled people passed. It would not have been possible without the leadership of Margaret Gómez.
Here is an excerpt from the editorial:
The community reaction to the fare proposal has been loud and clear. People do not believe fares should be raised for seniors or disabled riders. As a public, taxpayer-funded agency, we cannot ignore public input when making changes to the agency’s fare structure.
My parents taught me at a young age that leadership means standing up for those who cannot always stand up for themselves. This is what first attracted me to public service.
Leadership also means listening to your constituents. At this time, it is just not wise to raise fares on the most vulnerable.
