# Riders Get a Seat at Metro’s Table | Los Angeles News

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Podcast: [Los Angeles News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/los-angeles-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7458113)
Published: 2026-07-24T03:25:42+00:00
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Presented by The Plant Daddies — rare specimen trees, living art, and hand-carved limestone vessels and fountains for extraordinary spaces. Showrooms in Los Angeles and Irvine. Listeners of Los Angeles News Today receive 10% off with code LANEWS10. theplantdaddies.com/lanews Metro is poised to add a rider representative to its board — someone who actually uses the buses and trains daily — to ensure everyday commuters have a direct voice in shaping transit policy. Backed by L.A. County Supervisor Janice Hahn and Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson, the proposal aims to embed lived experience into decision-making, with advocates calling it a major step forward. While the rider seat is moving ahead, adding a seat for small cities is on hold for further review. The change still requires state legislative approval and is part of a broader board restructuring tied to Measure G. Similar models have worked elsewhere, proving that frontline riders can lead meaningful transit improvements. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d249a213794cd75d

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