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Minutes from the Public Services Committee meeting on October 9, 2006.
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Public Services Committee Minutes
Monday, October 9, 2006
4:30 p.m.
Members present were: Jimmy Ashley, Judy Furr, Tim McCall, Cecil Province and Ann Williams. Councilman Johnson was unable to attend. Mr. Tony Thomas from the Mayor’s Office was also in attendance.
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Councilman Ashley motioned, seconded by Councilwoman Furr, for the approval of the minutes for the regular meeting on August 14, 2006, as written. All voted aye. Copies were provided to all in attendance.
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Resolution for public comment policy for fare and service charges: Mr. Joel Gardner explained they do not want to raise fares or reduce services; rather the public comment policy would be for future growth and development. He added Ms. Janice Patton is working to revise the format of the resolution. He stated it would be okay to hold the resolution until the next meeting. It was questioned whether City Attorney Phillip Crego has reviewed the resolution. Mr. Gardner explained Mr. Crego has seen the resolution and approved it as to form. Chairperson Williams questioned how the JETS fares compare to other areas. Mr. Gardner stated JETS fares are one of the lowest in the state. Chairperson Williams then questioned whether Mr. Gardner had considered changing the price of the monthly ticket to make it more advantageous for bus riders to purchase. It was noted that a person would have to ride the buses twice a day for a month in order to receive any cost benefit from purchasing the monthly fare ticket. Mr. Gardner stated he would consider lowering the 31 day pass to make it a better bargain to use. Councilwoman Furr questioned when Mr. Gardner would consider fare price changes. Mr. Gardner explained he won’t raise fares the first year, but around the six month mark he would research lowering the fares. He also noted they are considering modifying the green line to make it more effective for passen...
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