Nonetheless, the agency has seen rapid ridership growth, and saw a larger percentage passenger increase than any other comparably-sized agency during the 2000s energy crisis.

In September ridership fell below the September 1987 level - the first time that has happened since steady ridership growth began several years ago.

During the 1990s, ridership growth was relatively stagnant, however, and Metrorail remained the subject of criticism.

"Historically, the transit authority was careless about responding to ridership growth," Mr. Hanley said.

But we should not lose sight of that objective: ridership growth with better service and pricing incentives.

The award touts HART's achievements in ridership growth, financial management, environmental sustainability, workforce development, and community relations.

The line then experienced steady ridership growth between 1911-1915, and revenue obtained from the park was used to extend the line south to Northfield.

Cambie corridor further had greater potential for future ridership growth.

The answers were used to calculate the ridership growth - and the revenue loss - with various combinations of fare options.

Over the past few years, after a decade of decline, Timmins Transit has experienced some of the fastest ridership growth in the country.