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Published March 03, 2009, 08:06 AM

Higher bus fares opposed

Minnesota News
Transit supporters have lined up Twin Cities residents who depend on buses to testify at a series of legislative hearings.

By: Don Davis, Forum Communications Co.

Transit supporters have lined up Twin Cities residents who depend on buses to testify at a series of legislative hearings.

Lawmakers at the Wednesday and Thursday meetings will hear commuters seeking more transit funds, with testimony coming at a time when the Metropolitan Council is considering increasing fares.

“I don’t see a reason to buy another one,” Robynne Curlee of St. Paul said about a car. "And I can afford one here.”

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