南波特兰市议会批准公交系统与大波特兰地铁合并, South Portland's city council approves bus system merger with Greater Portland Metro, aiming to save $1M over 5 years.

南波特兰市议会一致批准将其公交系统与大波特兰地铁合并,12月29日左右生效。 South Portland's city council has unanimously approved a merger of its bus system with Greater Portland Metro, effective around December 29. 这一一体化的目的是在五年内拯救该城市100万美元,由地铁公司负责南波特兰路线的业务和维护。 This integration aims to save the city $1 million over five years, with Metro assuming operational and maintenance responsibilities for South Portland's routes. 目前的公共汽车司机将由Metro雇用,保留年资并领取增加的工资。 Current bus drivers will be hired by Metro, retaining seniority and receiving increased pay. 10月24日,Metro委员会尚待最后批准。 Final approval is pending from Metro's board on October 24.