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California's Billion-Dollar SMART Train: America's Most Expensive Transit Failure The Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) train stands as one of the most catastrophic government transportation investments in U.S. history. After burning through over $1 billion in taxpayer funds, this suburban rail system carries fewer than 3,000 daily riders while subsidizing 94% of operating costs—making it among the nation's most expensive transit failures per passenger. The Great Train Heist exposes how political ambition created a "ghost train to nowhere" that primarily serves affluent commuters. The average SMART rider earns nearly $100,000 annually, meaning working-class taxpayers subsidize recreational train rides for the middle class. Despite promises to reduce Highway 101 traffic congestion, SMART's impact on vehicle miles traveled remains virtually zero—the diesel-powered trains often run nearly empty. Author Michael J. Coffino reveals the shocking financial mismanagement, misleading voter campaigns, and conflicts of interest that enabled this boondoggle. From hidden cost overruns to inflated ridership projections, SMART exemplifies everything wrong with government transportation planning. With sales tax funding expiring in 2029, taxpayers face a critical decision about continuing to subsidize this failed experiment. Perfect for readers interested in government accountability, transportation policy failures, and California politics, this meticulously researched exposé demonstrates how unlimited budgets and good intentions can create transit disasters that burden working families while serving only the wealthy.
| ISBN | 9781510786295 |
| Autor(a) | Coffino, Michael J. |
| Editora | Skyhorse Publishing |
| Ano de edição | 2026 |
| Acabamento | Capa Dura |
| Dimensões | 22,90 X 16,20 |
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