- All Kansans -Republican and Democrat, rural, suburban and urban, public transportation user and not – benefit from public transportation.
- Strong public transportation makes our economy grow and makes Kansas more livable.
- Public transportation is an integral element of the nation’s and Kansas’ transportation system providing over 10 million trips annually in Kansas for Kansans who depend on public transportation to work, school and medical appointments.
- Nearly 70 percent of voters polled in the presidential election support investment to repair and improve public transportation.
- Public transportation helps our communities prosper. For every $1 invested in public transportation, communities get $4 back in economic returns.
- Public transportation benefits us all, regardless of whether we use it or not. It makes our communities safer, better connected and stronger economically. From shorter commute times to greater business connectivity, public transportation improves the way our communities work.
- Residential property values perform 42% better on average if they are located near public transportation with high-frequency service.
- 87% of public transit trips impact the economy by getting people to work and connecting them to local businesses.
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