Montreal transit fares might be adjusted to help lower income earners pay less.
But, not everyone's board with the idea, especially the 15 mayors of demerged municipalities on the island.
The idea, which Valerie Plante promoted during her mayoral run, offers a 40 per cent discount in the monthly transit fare to low-income residents, as well as making public transit free for seniors and children under 12.
People with yearly salaries of $17, 700 would qualify for the fare reduction.
The Association of Suburban Municipalities, however, argues, among other things, there's a more important need for investment in transit infrastructure and improving current service.
It adds lower fares for low-income people would largely benefit people in the city of Montreal.
Also, the association wants suburbs to have the right to opt out, said Montreal West Mayor Beny Masella, who heads the suburban mayors’ association.
- With files from CTV