Comment on Eglinton Crosstown PPP Story

TTCriders is concerned with the news reported in the Toronto Star that Metrolinx is considering a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) for the designing, construction and operation of the proposed Eglinton-Scarborough Crosstown LRT line. We are concerned about how this decision could impact transit users in Toronto. For example,

Will riders have to pay more to use this line? Would the Crosstown have a different fare structure?
Will Torontonians have the same level of input on this project if it is privately controlled?
Who will operate the system if its not run by the TTC?
What would happen if there was a disruption on the Crosstown? Would TTC buses be available to shuttle riders to their destinations?

TTCriders eagerly anticipate more details on this developing story and hope that all public transit in Toronto will remain publicly accountable and publicly controlled.

There are several examples of failed public transit PPPs around the globe. Last year, the Public Transit Coalition released a video about the dangers of Public Transit PPPs. The video cites examples of failed PPPs from London, Auckland, Melbourne and explores the problems Vancouver had with its private Canada Line.

TTCriders believes the best idea for the Crosstown is to stick with the original, less expensive LRT project that was in Metrolinx and TTC's original plan. The original version of the Crosstown required less of the funds available from the Province and allowed for construction of 3 other major transit projects for Torontonians.

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