The transit system will waive fares after 8 p.m. on Dec. 31 and stay open beyond normal service hours.
This year, transit officials will waive fares starting at 8 p.m. Saturday until the bus and rail system closes at 2 a.m., one hour later than normal.
“Traveling by train and bus is the safest way to celebrate New Year’s Eve and avoid drinking and driving in the region,” Metro General Manager Randy Clarke said in a statement. “Eliminating costs and extending services are easy steps we can take to give people the power to choose Metro as their safe way to enjoy all the region has to offer.”Metro riders will not be required to tap their SmarTrip fare card or mobile app during the six-hour fare-free period, transit officials said.
Metro’s board directed transit leaders to provide the free trips and extended hours to promote public safety, officials said. “We hope customers will take advantage of this offer as we look to start 2023 with less accidents and fatalities on our roadways,” Metro Board Chairman Paul C. Smedberg said in a statement. “Metro is a safe way to get around and offering free rides reminds our customers that Metro is the way to go.”The decision comes days afterTransportation, commuting and the pandemic
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