pages: CityCouncil/2008-06-17.pdf, 7
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CityCouncil | 2008-06-17 | 7 | does not like to raise rates on public transit; ferry tickets are expensive already. Councilmember Matarrese inquired whether there has been an increase in ridership and what the increase is worth in dollars relative to the amount of money that would be raised in by a surcharge. The Ferry Services Manager responded that he does not have current figures; stated weather and other factors affect AOFS ridership significantly; AHBF is maintaining ridership; tickets are up to 768 for January, February, and March. Councilmember Matarrese stated that he would like to have numbers come back in real dollars that show what the impact of the surcharge would be versus the delta between ridership last year and this year; he wants to see whether there is a windfall [ in ridership] because fuel costs have increased. Mayor Johnson stated public transit ridership has increased. The Ferry Services Manager stated ferry ridership is up quite a bit; staff has not found another way to fund the increased fuel costs; the staff recommendation does not bring the full cost of offsetting the new fuel expenses; the proposal is to offset some of the increase by using the $241,000 Measure B reserve. Mayor Johnson requested more information on the proposed fuel surcharge stated the Contracts could move forward. Councilmember deHaan inquired what is the projected AHBF fare box ratio. The Ferry Services Manager responded 42% under the assumption that Council would approve the fuel surcharge and that ridership would remain the same. Mayor Johnson inquired what is the AOFS fare box recovery. The Ferry Services Manager responded presently 51% to 52%; stated the projection is 54%. Councilmember Matarrese stated that he would like to have the Contracts go forward; have an analysis done as soon as possible; have numbers presented to Council; and defer the decision on the surcharge. Mayor Johnson stated Council could authorize the City Manager to Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 7 June 17, 2008 | CityCouncil/2008-06-17.pdf |