In New England, counties are not entities/organizations. Regional planning organizations have functions done elsewhere by county governments. As they are service organizations first staffed by planners, not political territories with elected executives, drawing new lines is easier.

Buttegieg has a way with words. He's smart and not afraid to speak directly. Its refreshing.

"Will it work?"

This isn't a question asked of those benefitting. It works for them. That's the point.

The question itself is a rhetorical attack. What does it even mean to "not work"? That is defined by the attacker. It is the non-user judging what should exist for the users.

I don't think they hurt ridership much because ridership is primarily driven by the basics: trip time, convenience (ie, frequency and one-seat rides) and reliability. They are still annoying though.

apparently! Hello . . .