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BART Faces Crisis: Future Depends on November Vote

3/10/2026

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  • Pittsburg, California, faces a crisis for its Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) system as ridership has fallen to less than half since the pandemic.
  • BART has operated since 1972, providing access to San Francisco.
  • BART directors warn that without a sales tax approved in November, measures may be necessary by 2027 to sustain service.
  • Local residents are urged to take action as the future of BART hangs in the balance.