Allegheny County, PA advances transit equity goals with Discounted Fares Pilot Program
The program recruited residents aged 18 to 64 who received SNAP benefits in September 2022 for the pilot. Each participant received $10 in ConnectCard vouchers, 50% off all fares, or free fares based on random group assignments. Allegheny County offers compensation for optional participation in quarterly surveys, interviews with researchers, and other feedback activities. The pilot will evaluate the impacts of reduced transit costs on commuter access to community resources.
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Allegheny County, PA recruits public transit users for contactless mobile payment pilot
The Port Authority of Allegheny County will test the Justride mobile app with the help of 400 transit riders. Each participant will acquire single fares, weekly passes, or monthly passes through Justride. The app produces a digital barcode used for payment aboard county buses. Transit officials will evaluate data from the three-month pilot before expanding use to light rail cars. App-based fare payments reduce the need for printed cards and expedite boarding processes.
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