DC Circulator Transition Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2024

This resolution declares an emergency to address the sudden cuts to the DC Circulator bus service, which is set to begin immediately. It requires the Mayor to get Council approval before changing how funds are used for the bus system and mandates that money from selling or transferring bus assets be placed in a special fund to support affected workers. The bill also directs the Department of Transportation to work with the Metro Transit Authority to explore options like taking over the service, offering alternative bus routes, or hiring former DC Circulator employees under their current pay and seniority. By allowing the bill to pass after a single reading, the Council aims to quickly implement these measures to minimize the impact on riders and operators.