Long Island Bus. The MTA wants to unload the service,...

Long Island Bus. The MTA wants to unload the service, leaving Nassau County to face a $26 million expense. (June 23, 2009) Credit: Newsday / Howard Schnapp

As a business owner on Long Island, I am very concerned about the proposed privatization of Long Island Bus, and the fare hikes and service cuts that may come along with it ["Groups seek backup plan for LI Bus," News, Oct. 20].

Privatizing this essential service could leave employees stranded, raise the cost of doing business and force employers to lay off people.

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