Would you please cite the source of your data that would lead any member of the commuting public, other than possibly yourself, to conclude that he or she wants VTA in lieu of ACE. Similarly, what independent Oracle was able to discern a future in which "[p]rojected SMART and GGT ferry fares will have to much higher to continue operation, even with a sizeable public subsidy. Ridership will be very disappointing, just as with the current GGT commute buses." Lastly, other than heavy construction contractors who might benefit from highway construction and/or maintenance contracts, specifically who make up the "highway lobby” you keep referring to? Learning their state lobbyist registration numbers would be instructive.

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