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.

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.