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T weighs options on fare increases

Proposal shows 20%-50% rise; no formal plan is yet in place

By Eric Moskowitz

 |  Globe Staff  

  December 08, 2011

A single subway ride could soar to $3.25, a monthly LinkPass could hit $80, and a pass from the farthest reaches of the commuter rail could climb to $338 under one scenario prepared for the MBTA to balance its budget, according to documents obtained yesterday. Secretary of Transportation Richard A. Davey cautioned that the T has not released any official proposals and would present options in January for fare increases and service cuts that would take effect July 1. The T will hold up to 16 workshops to gather public input before the board votes.

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