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1/22/2021
The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LA Metro) next week will expand its ride-hailing service, Metro Micro, to three new service areas near rail stations in Compton/Artesia, El Monte and North Hollywood, California.
The areas are now served by LA Metro’s Mobility on Demand pilot project in partnership with Via, which will end Jan. 24 after two years. The new program, operated by RideCo. Inc., will begin operating in the new service zones on Jan. 25, LA Metro officials said in a press release.
The service is designed to replace short, solo trips to-and-from rail stations by offering on-demand service in vehicles operated by LA Metro employees.
On Jan. 28, LA Metro’s board will vote to approve about $6 million to cover the cost of operations in the new zones beyond the current fiscal year.
LA Metro’s Mobility on Demand pilot provided more than 250,000 rides and met or exceeded project goals for average wait times, ridership and average ride ratings. Ridership grew by 178% in 2020 compared to 2019, LA Metro officials said.