Austin’s Capital Metro approves a $9.8 billion transit plan with three light rail lines 6-25-2020

TexPIRG is an advocate for the public interest. They speak out for a healthier, safer world in which we’re freer to pursue individual well-being and the common good. As part of a national network, TexPIRG advocates for improved public transportation and safer streets for walking and biking here in Texas. Our guest is Bay Scoggin, the Director of TexasPIRG discussing the recent approval by Capital Metro’s board and the Austin City Council to a $9.8 billion transit plan that would fund three light rail lines through Austin. The plan is called Project Connect.