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> but economically speaking, riders generally should pay more than non-riders, since they get more direct benefit. Like fewer cars on the road, less pollution,
by jimktrains2 7y ago
> but economically speaking, riders generally should pay more than non-riders, since they get more direct benefit.
Like fewer cars on the road, less pollution, and less space wasted to store cars?
- clairity 7y agoyup, those benefits accrue to everyone, so it makes sense that everyone pays for (part of) public transit, even if they don't directly use it. it's the same for roads, everyone benefits, but the people who use it more should pay more (gas tax, registration fees, etc.).
- jimktrains2 7y agoFewer cars on the road is a direct benefit to those who drive.