Enhancing Rural Transit Systems

Whereas rural communities rely heavily on public transit for access to essential services, employment, education, and social activities; And whereas the current rural transit system is insufficient to meet the growing needs of rural riders, leading to challenges in accessibility and mobility for residents: Therefore be it resolved that UBCM advocate for increased funding and resources from provincial and federal governments to expand and improve rural transit services; And be it further resolved that UBCM call on the provincial and federal governments for initiatives aimed at enhancing the frequency, coverage, and reliability of rural transit to better serve the needs of rural riders and promote sustainable and equitable access to transit.