How Can SEPTA Improve Service? Submit Your Comments by Aug. 31

By Kara Seymour

What would make SEPTA service better?

SEPTA is looking for public feedback ahead of its Fiscal Year 2016 Annual Service Plan. Comments and input will be accepted through Aug. 31.

“Submissions for the service plan often include suggestions for modifications to current SEPTA routes, as well as requests for additional services. SEPTA’s Service Planning Department evaluates the submissions as part of its process for shaping the Annual Service Plan, which is presented at public hearings before going to the SEPTA Board for a vote.

A number of criteria are used in reviewing submissions, such as ridership projections, operational impacts and funding availability, SEPTA officials explained.

“We are seeing a renewed interest in transit, with many residents embracing SEPTA as their primary and preferred choice for travel,” said SEPTA Chief Financial Officer Richard Burnfield. “Many riders are showing a great interest in service improvements, and we welcome those suggestions.”

To submit your comments ahead of the 2016 Annual Service Plan, email serviceplanning@septa.org or send a letter to SEPTA - Service Planning Department; 1234 Market Street, 9th Floor; Philadelphia, PA 19107.


For more information, click here.