SEPTA GM Scott Sauer talks budget proposal, Silverliner IV railcars and more

In recent years, SEPTA has dealt with several issues, including a funding crisis, service cuts and safety issues with its Silverliner IV railcars. As SEPTA proposes its new budget amid financial uncertainty, NBC10’s Lauren Mayk spoke with SEPTA General Manager Scott Sauer about the transit agency’s future in the latest episode of Battleground Politics.

Here’s a full breakdown of the episode:

:00 – Intro

:44 – Latest on the Silverliner IV fleet

2:45 – SEPTA’s budget proposal

6:00 – SEPTA’s focus on cleanliness and safety

7:32 – How higher gas prices are impacting SEPTA

9:15 – Mayor Parker’s proposed rideshare tax  

10:40 – Convincing lawmakers to give more money to SEPTA

12:12 – How SEPTA is preparing for big 2026 events

14:25 – New SEPTA vehicles people should expect to see

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