The report presents an evaluation of the impacts associated with the implementation of fare-free transit service in the Central Business District (CBD) of Albany, New York. The Albany demonstration began in November 1978; fares were eliminated for trips within the two-thirds square mile fare-free zone during off-peak hours on weekdays and from 9 AM to 5 PM on Saturdays. The local objectives for this evaluation were: revitalization of the downtown areas; reduced traffic congestion; increased fare-paying patronage; and improve public image of public transportation. Data collection involved surveys administered to population groups that included: bus patrons traveling within the CBD; downtown employees and residents; areawide residents; and patrons of downtown stores and restaurants.


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    Title :

    CBD Fare-Free Transit Service in Albany, New York


    Contributors:
    T. J. Atherton (author) / E. S. Eder (author)

    Publication date :

    1981


    Size :

    178 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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