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Los Angeles Metro Board
Coverage of Los Angeles Metro Board in the Nexus archive.
- Metro Board members recommend adding riders to their ranks
The Los Angeles Metro Board voted to propose adding a regular transit rider seat and a rider advocate seat to its governing board, pending state approval. A motion by Mayor Karen Bass to reserve one of her three appointee seats for a rider or advocate passed 12-1, while Supervisor Lindsey Horvath dissented, advocating for a seat for the county executive.
- Should a public transit rider have a dedicated seat on Metro’s Board?
The Los Angeles Metro Board, which governs the county's public transit system, is considering proposals to add rider representation. Options include flexible appointments by politicians, two guaranteed rider seats, or one rider seat. Changes require approval from Sacramento legislators.