EZ Rider eyes regional status to unlock funding
EZ Rider could serve taxis and rural providers like West Texas Opportunities, shifting to a regional rider model if partners sign on. The move aims to secure state funds over the next 20 to 25 years amid labor shortages and rising fuel costs. Odessa ridership up 27 percent, while the system runs about 28,000 over budget. Public meetings in late July will consider a 25 percent fare increase, potentially by October.
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EZ Rider plans fare hike and service cuts
EZ Rider eyes a 25 percent fare increase across ranges from 50 cents to $1, with reduced Friday hours and a one hour cut in service. Routes face changes including Route 5 serving the Tanglewood area and Electric Street, with new shelters and a potential maintenance facility near Midland.
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EZ Rider Plans Route Tweaks and Regional Hub
EZ Rider discusses route adjustments including a revised Route 5 to serve Tanglewood with continued Golder Avenue stops and potential switch of Electric Street stop. The board will hold public hearings, seek timelines, and eye a regional maintenance hub funded 80 percent by federal dollars. Esparza notes three years to materialize with 10 to 12 acres and Midland International Airport as a possible site.
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Prison hostages freed in Maine State Prison incident
Two inmates were released unharmed after a knife incident at Maine State Prison in Warren. Authorities say the prisoner is back in custody and the situation is resolved with minimal injuries and no further danger reported.
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WTC owner scraps rebuilding schedule amid delays and cost concerns
The World Trade Center owner scrapped the current rebuilding timetable after a report cited more than a dozen issues driving delays and budget overruns. Port Authority officials say new timelines will be set by a developmental committee by September end, with leaders promising clearer, more achievable targets and a commitment to truthful updates.
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