ABQ Ride Transit Recovery and Staffing

Urged the council to support public transit, protect bus drivers with fair pay, and fully fund the ABQ Ride Forward recovery network to help families who rely on buses.

Spoke against transit reductions from a disaster preparedness and community resilience standpoint, praising free public transit.

Urged the council to restore transit positions and fully implement ABQ Ride Forward, emphasizing transit as a smart long-term investment.

Expressed support for ABQ Ride Forward and restoring transit positions to alleviate traffic congestion and improve access.

Stated that the city has previously funded service levels that weren't fully utilized due to mechanic and driver recruitment challenges caused by low pay.

Urged the council to expand ABQ Ride's budget rather than curtail it, pointing out the economic and congestion relief provided by rapid transit.

Urged the council to maintain funding levels and avoid eliminating ABQ Ride positions during a time of surging gas prices.

Voiced concerns over reductions in public service and transit budgets that would limit the ABQ Ride Forward plan.

Called for restoring transit budget cuts, increasing bus operator salaries, adding bus stop amenities, and supporting animal services.

Expressed concern over vacant staff positions at ABQ Ride and urged proper compensation and full implementation of ABQ Ride Forward.

Supported full funding to implement ABQ Ride Forward, noting reliable transit is fundamental for a vibrant city.

Asked the council to maintain the ABQ ride budget and funded positions to fulfill the ABQ ride forward plan.

Urged the council to vote no on the proposed budget or amend it to keep moving forward on ABQ ride rather than prioritizing policing.

Voiced opposition to the proposed austerity budget and cuts to neighborhood bus lines while supporting transit expansion.

Shared that the bus is a vital lifeline for people who cannot drive due to medical conditions, and urged no cuts to transit.