‘A heavy cost’

Dear Editor:

RE: Transportation issues, Feb. 22.

While I agree that public transportation would be welcomed from Fergus/Elora to destinations such as Guelph or Kitchener, this would come at a heavy cost.

According to the Ontario government, mileage reimbursement is currently calculated at $0.61/km. This is what is presumed to be the cost of operating a motor vehicle. A 30km trip would pay/cost $18. If you drive your own car, in reality it costs $18 to make that tripb (gas, insurance, wear and tear, etc.)

How much would residents really want to pay for a trip to Kitchener? One hundred per cent of the cost? Fifty per cent?

Because, if the rate residents are looking for is $3 (or so) it just can’t happen. If residents are willing to pay $18 or more depending on distance, then it might be possible, with enough ridership.

Paul Gooch, Elora