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FasTracks rail expansion
Coverage of FasTracks rail expansion in the Nexus archive.
- Iconic 16th Street FreeRide faces uncertain future as RTD eyes cuts
The 16th Street FreeRide in Denver faces potential elimination as the Regional Transportation District (RTD) considers service cuts to address a $215 million budget deficit. The free shuttle service, a downtown staple since 1982, could save $9.5 million annually if removed, but its removal risks disrupting 20% of downtown transit riders. RTD is also exploring fare hikes, tax increases, and scaling back the FasTracks rail expansion.