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Concord leaders push back on Kannapolis proposed transit cuts, warn of “death knell” for CK Rider

Proposed service reductions and a new 79/21 cost split could shift hundreds of thousands in costs to Concord and reshape the future of the regional bus system.

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Chris Miller
Mar 24, 2026
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The Concord City Council during its Tuesday work session. Photo credit: Chris Miller.

The Concord City Council on Tuesday sharply criticized neighboring Kannapolis leaders over proposed cuts to the CK Rider bus system, warning the changes could weaken a transit network many residents rely on to get to work, medical appointments and essential services.

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