Tampa Bayâs step toward better regional express bus service | Editorial
Express bus could connect the major destinations across Tampa Bay
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The Howard Frankland Bridge heading into Tampa during an evening commute. SKIP O ROURKE | Times [ Times (2018) ]
This article represents the opinion of the Tampa Bay Times Editorial Board.
Published Mar. 4
Updated Mar. 4
It sounds easy: Connect the major destinations across Tampa Bay with fast, intercity bus service. But area leaders have spent years trying to find the sweet spot between price, speed and convenience. The Tampa Bay Area Regional Transit Authority is now exploring a path that is both practical and promising. Express buses could be a quick, affordable way to get service off the ground and to build the foundation for broader regional transit.
A passionate progressive with an eye on environmental issues, Hillsborough County Commissioner
Pat
Kemp has led the charge on expanding public transit and curbing urban sprawl since she was first elected to her countywide seat in 2016.
In her new role as Commission chair, that’s only going to continue.
“Pat Kemp is a relentless and outspoken advocate for Hillsborough County,” said
Christina
Barker, chief of staff for the Vinik Family Office. “She consistently sets the tone and scope of local and regional conversations. As the new chair of the Hillsborough County Commission, she has a capable coalition for progressive land use and transportation policy efforts two of her most valued priorities.”
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