Cleveland’s RTA is burning through cash and ridership is at record lows, yet leaders are floating the idea of a new tax hike—right when locals are already furious about property taxes. Most of the transit budget comes from a countywide sales tax, so even folks who never set foot on a bus are footing the bill. With nearly empty buses and a financial cushion set to vanish by 2026, maybe it’s time to ask: Should we redesign the whole system, invest in new tech, or even make rides free? What do you think would actually work for Cleveland? #Transportation #Cleveland #PublicTransit