Marin Transit is experiencing declining revenues and is forced to reduce transit operating costs by making service reductions, which will likely be implemented in March 2010. This web page is designed to provide information on the proposed reductions and the public outreach process. The Marin Transit Board voted to approve the proposed service reductions at the November 16, 2009 Public Hearing. The service reductions will go into effect on Sunday, March 14, 2010.

View the final service reductions here.

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Weekday Transfer Opportunities at the San Rafael Transit Center

Schedule changes will be made to Routes 23, 49, 51, and 52 to create new, timed transfer opportunities at the San Rafael Transit Center. The graphic below shows which routes have timed transfers at the San Rafael Transit Center over the course of a typical hour during peak and off-peak hours.

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Why do we need to reduce service?

The funding necessary to provide transit service in Marin County comes from many sources.  The majority (75%) of the funding comes from State and local sales tax revenues.  Marin Transit has lost over $2 million annually in Measure A Sales Tax, Property Tax, and State Transit Assistance annually due to the recent economic crisis.  Combined with continually increasing service costs, these significant funding loses will lead to  a $16 million deficit over the next 10 years without service cuts.  Fare increases alone cannot close the projected budget shortfalls.  Therefore, Marin Transit is forced to reduce transit operation costs by making service adjustments.

What are the reductions?

Please view the service reductions here.

There are NO changes to Routes 35, 71, 61, 62, 68, (Stagecoach), 221, 233, 259 (Community Shuttles), 113, 117, 125, 126, 127, 139 (supplemental school routes).

How can I get more information?

• Attend an on-site trip planning event at the San Rafael Transit Center (view Upcoming Meetings page or download meeting flyer [English / Spanish] for more information).
• Read the service reductions Frequently Asked Questions
• Read the service reductions white paper
• Email info@marintransit.org with subject heading "Service Reductions"
• Call 415-226-0855
• Attend a board meeting or watch on the web.
• Join our email list.
• Follow us on twitter
• Find us on facebook.

How can I make comments about the service changes?

Attend an on-site trip planning event, call 415-226-0855, submit written comments via email to info@marintransit.org, or submit written comments to:
Marin Transit, Service Reduction Comments
750 Lindaro Street, #200
San Rafael, CA 94901