Progressive Party Gwangju Branch Launches Petition to Extend Bus Transfer Time from 30 Minutes to 1 Hour

Online and Offline Petition Begins on the 23rd
Concerns Raised Over Inconvenient Bus Intervals on Outskirts and Commuter Routes
Calls for System Improvements Citing the Daejeon Example

On September 23, the Progressive Party Gwangju Branch launched a petition campaign to extend the current free transfer time on city buses from 30 minutes to 1 hour.

Promotional image for extended free transfer time on city buses. Provided by the Progressive Party Gwangju City Branch.

The free transfer time for city buses in Gwangju is currently 30 minutes. However, some routes in outlying areas or those with fewer passengers have intervals between buses that exceed 30 minutes, making it impossible for passengers to take advantage of the free transfer. The limited variety of routes causes significant inconvenience, and during rush hour, overcrowded buses often pass by stops, forcing passengers to wait for the next bus and frequently exceeding the 30-minute limit.

Kim Sunmi, Chair of the Environment Committee at the Gwangju Branch, conveyed the concerns of passengers, stating, "If you hear a 'Thank you' announcement when transferring, it means the free transfer time has expired. Although the fare is only 1,250 won, it feels like a significant loss." She added, "For the 'Daejabo City' policy to establish itself as an eco-friendly transportation initiative that reduces carbon emissions, the exclusion of transfers on the same route and the 30-minute limit must be abolished. Public transportation should be made more convenient for everyone."

She also mentioned the case of Daejeon. In Daejeon, if the interval between city buses is within 15 minutes, the free transfer time is 30 minutes; if the interval is 16 minutes or more, the free transfer time is extended to 60 minutes. Kim emphasized, "We need to study the policies of other local governments and create new measures suitable for a 'Daejabo City'." She further stated, "The Progressive Party will do its utmost to make citizens' lives more convenient and safe," and called for public participation in the online and offline petition campaign that began on this day.

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