Channel 5 News
Posted: Nov 09, 2011 5:01 PM CST
Updated: Nov 09, 2011 5:01 PM CST
NASHVILLE, Tenn.- Riders could soon be paying more to take the Nashville bus, but before prices are raised the public will get their chance to weigh in.
The Nashville Metropolitan Transit Authority is considering a 10-cent increase in the basic cash fare, raising the price from $1.60 to $1.70. AccessRide cash fare might also see a 20-cent increase from $3.20 to $3.40.
MTA is also considering increasing the rates for Regional Transportation Authority's basic cash fare, changing it from $3.50 to $4.00.
MTA said that rising healthcare, fuel and other related operating costs are the reasons for the proposed fare increases.
Meeting to discuss the potential raises will be held next week at the Music City Central off of Charlotte Avenue.
Meeting times are:
7-9 a.m. and 3-5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 14.
11 a.m.-1 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15.
