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On April 1, Utah Transit Authority’s (UTA) fares will drop — as in go down instead of up.

The agency plans to eliminate two fuel surcharges that were implemented last year. Although UTA also will implement a fare increase that originally was scheduled to take effect Jan. 1 — but was postponed because of economic conditions — fares still will fall because of the combined effect of the measures.

Base ticket prices will drop from $2.25 to $2; monthly passes, from $74.50 to $67; and premium monthly passes, from $175 to $162.

Meanwhile, Altamont Commuter Express’ fare increase will take effect on Feb. 2. The agency will hike ticket prices about 3 percent.