transit

Suggested installing drag-strip start lights on local roads to stop street racing, and spoke against the high cost of VIA bus service.

Shared how she relies on VIA Trans services for medical visits and shopping.

Stressed the importance of VIA bus services for community access, jobs, and student mobility.

Shared that as a visually impaired resident, she bought a home in Converse specifically for its public transportation access, and urged council not to cut it.

Spoke as a VIA board member and disabled citizen, emphasizing that cutting VIA removes disabled access guaranteed by the ADA.

Shared challenges getting transit for her special needs daughter, and also spoke against the asphalt plant.

VIA CEO explained the history of the transit network, its high ridership, and the importance of regional connectivity for jobs and education.

Supported continuing VIA services for veterans, disabled individuals, and students.

Shared how VIA Link and bus services enabled her to attend Northeast Lakeview College without a car.

Asked council to pause the VIA withdrawal decision until transparent data, rider impacts, and true cost comparisons are provided to residents.

Shared personal reliance on VIA after a car accident, urging council to fully inform the community before replacing the transit system.

Raised legal and financial questions regarding the VIA withdrawal process under Texas Transportation Code.

Shared how VIA Link has given her special needs son independence in getting to work.

Supported continuing VIA services and voiced disgust over the proposed asphalt plant near an elementary school.

Shared reliance on VIA Trans for work and college transportation.