WI: Disability Advocates Argue Proposed Changes to Madison Paratransit System Pose Safety Problems

Madison's transit and parking commission will talk Wednesday night about changes to the city's para-transit system, which provides transportation for people living with special needs who can't use traditional public transit.

Disability advocates argue the proposed changes could cause health and safety problems. The city has heard from dozens of people who use para-transit services every day. They're concerned these changes could prevent them from getting from place to place.

The Madison Metro Agency is expected to lose nearly $4 million in federal funding, and now the city says it has to make some tough but necessary changes. The commission will talk about two proposals tonight.

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