Despite the struggling global economy, SEPTA is not likely to increase its fares for the next fiscal year.
SEPTA submitted its budget proposal for fiscal year 2010, with no service cuts and no planned fare increases.
This measure will apply to all SEPTA lines, including buses, subways and regional rail.
According to SEPTA spokeswoman Jerri Williams, this is only a proposal, and the SEPTA board will need to approve the proposal in May.
She added that they will hold five public budget hearings to accommodate the opinions of the public.
The budget hearing for Philadelphia County will take place tomorrow morning at 11 a.m. at the SEPTA office.
Williams said SEPTA is optimistic about this year's proposal.
"We do not anticipate any issue or concern that would make the board not vote for this proposal," she said. "We are positive."
Once passed, the budget proposal will take effect on July 1.
In the proposal, SEPTA outlines an expected increase in passenger revenue because of an anticipated 2.7-percent increase in ridership.
The organization also anticipates to spend less money on fuel for buses and trains.
"Because of several reasons, including the increase in ridership and low fuel prices, SEPTA would not need to increase fares," Williams said.
