Brent Cagle
Coverage of Brent Cagle in the Nexus archive.
- Charlotte’s transportation leader presented safety, future security plan for public transit
Charlotte Area Transit System's interim CEO Brent Cagle outlined new safety initiatives, including 60 fare inspector ambassadors and AI technology to detect suspicious behavior. Crime on the Blue Line and buses has dropped by 69% and 67%, respectively, with increased police and security presence contributing to rider safety.
- CATS to crack down on fare evasion, introduces new fare plan
CATS is ending cash payments and implementing a new fare plan requiring Gold Line riders to pay for the first time. The changes, approved by the Metropolitan Public Transportation Authority, have sparked public dissatisfaction, with riders criticizing reduced accessibility and unreliable payment technology. Fares remain unchanged, and the transition to a paid system is framed as a safety measure.