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Here's what I know about the 11Y: In 2008, it...

2009-10-13T22:25:09.058-04:00

Here's what I know about the 11Y:

In 2008, its on-time performance (around 70%) was below the average and the median for all Metrobus routes.

The bus line is considered a "regional line" which means that the costs are shared among all regional partners. To the extent that eliminating this segment eliminates route miles and revenue hours within Fairfax County, it will reduce their contribution to the regional bus cost share.

As far as costs go, this bus has fairly high cost recovery, but it's not clear how much of that effect is because of its trips from much denser Alexandria, including Hunting Towers, which is a very large apartment and condo complex.

I have to say I agree with the staff report you linked. Half the ridership comes from a very short segment in Alexandria, and the other half takes up a lot of the route mileage and time. Personally, I wouldn't go to bat for this line compared to other lines in the system. On the other hand, the line is fairly cheap to operate, at only $0.5M per year (2008).

You might want to check out this link, page 104 h...

2009-10-13T20:55:00.033-04:00

You might want to check out this link, page 104

http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/fcdot/pdf/tdp/chapter_7.pdf

Michael, I really like your blog, the information...

2009-10-13T20:54:03.601-04:00

Michael,

I really like your blog, the information you put out is most useful.

On this topic, what are your thoughts about Fairfax County's recommendation to eliminate the Fairfax County segment of the 11Y bus?

Do you have a feel for what portion of the total cost share Fairfax accounts for?

Your thoughts are most appreciated,
Michael Jewison