Metropolitan Council required to publish monthly ridership numbers and quarterly crime statistics.

The bill requires the Metropolitan Council to share information about public transportation ridership every month and crime statistics every three months. This aims to keep the public informed about how many people are using transit services and the safety of those services. By making this data available, the bill seeks to enhance transparency and accountability in public transportation.

Supporters of the bill argue that it promotes transparency and public awareness regarding transit usage and safety. By regularly publishing ridership and crime data, the Metropolitan Council can build trust with the community and encourage more people to use public transportation. This initiative could also help identify areas for improvement and enhance overall service quality.

Critics might argue that the bill places an unnecessary burden on the Metropolitan Council to produce frequent reports, diverting resources from other important services. They may also contend that simply publishing data does not address underlying issues related to crime or ridership and could lead to misinterpretation or fear among the public. Additionally, there is concern that focusing on crime statistics might deter potential riders from using public transportation.