RTD Faces Tough Transit Cuts | Denver News

Denver’s RTD is on the brink of slashing up to $62 million from transit services, with the iconic free 16th Street MallRide shuttle — used by over 2 million riders last year — likely among the first to go. The shuttle, a vital downtown connector, could save $9.5 million, but critics including the Mayor’s office and business leaders warn cutting popular, free services undermines public transit goals. Other potential cuts include light rail lines B, R, L, and T, plus the Free MetroRide. RTD is weighing five increasingly drastic budget plans, balancing fiscal pressure with the need to keep essential transit running — a decision that could reshape daily commutes across the city. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3d8ea2464e802524