Chapter 1154: Bus Fares Are Completely Free!

The entire county's transportation coming to a standstill is clearly no small matter.

If one were to investigate, it could be elevated to a major failure in administrative management!

However, Tang Ye had long since prepared a contingency plan.

As for not communicating with Han Zhengyi about this matter beforehand, because it fell within the scope of the County Magistrate's duties, there were no procedural issues.

Han Zhengyi sighed inwardly; Tang Ye really was someone who kept his true capabilities well hidden.

When communicating with him normally, he would always display a very humble attitude, but out of the blue, he would throw a bomb at him.

Tang Ye returned to his office and dialed Jiang Jing's phone number.

"Mayor Jiang, thank you for your support. If you hadn't provided this batch of new buses, it would have been very difficult for me to resolve the current predicament."

Jiang Jing frowned and said, "Your judgment was accurate. These private minibus owners are actually using the method of forcing the palace to threaten the Government. This kind of behavior must be taken seriously."

Tang Ye revealed a troubled expression, "Mayor Jiang, if we let the minibuses act like this, it will only make them more arrogant and rampant. Huimin Bus is imperative. I suggest that we can take two steps for now: first, let the buses and minibuses operate in parallel, and then slowly phase out the minibuses."

Jiang Jing said, "This is indeed a good plan."

In Jiang Jing's view, the transportation reform in Xiyang City was a very important move.

Gradually incorporating the private minibus owners and establishing the Yechuan County Bus Group was an important livelihood project during his tenure.

Tang Ye using Yechuan County as a breakthrough point had undoubtedly torn open this gap.

Tang Ye continued, "Mayor Jiang, I have one more request."

Jiang Jing said with a smile, "Speak!"

Tang Ye said, "Could this batch of new energy buses be lent to Yechuan County for a period of time? After all, the private minibus owners might quit at any moment."

Jiang Jing couldn't help but tease, "When you came to me with your idea, I knew you were up to no good. These dozen or so new vehicles will likely never be returned."

Tang Ye climbed up the pole!

"Next, Yechuan County will carry out the Strategic Eastward Expansion.

Buses are a window to showcase a city's competitiveness.

Having Yechuan County operate these buses is like a good horse with a good saddle—it's icing on the cake.

You previously kept saying that you wanted to support me and provide Yechuan County with the best policies.

Now that it's a critical moment, you need to show your boldness and generosity."

Jiang Jing was caught between laughter and tears, "Fine, this batch of buses will be temporarily lent to your Yechuan County. This batch of vehicles is the best new energy bus in the country; you must use them well and pay attention to maintenance and care."

Tang Ye had originally just been testing the waters; he hadn't expected Jiang Jing to actually agree.

A single new energy bus costs at least 400,000!

A dozen or so buses is worth more than 6 million.

Although it was nominally a loan, this batch of buses would likely never be returned.

Therefore, this move by Tang Ye could also be considered using force against force, winning an unexpected harvest.

……

Yang Guoxiong revised a speech draft while lying on the bed.

Jin Baoling knelt beside him, applying essential oil to his back.

A comfortable sensation penetrated into the skin of his back following Jin Baoling's gentle finger techniques.

Yang Guoxiong let out a sound of comfort.

At this moment, his cell phone rang, causing Yang Guoxiong to frown.

It was a call from Chen Ning.

Yang Guoxiong answered, "How is the situation in Yechuan County? Has the Public Security Bureau released anyone?"

Chen Ning gave a wry smile, "They haven't released anyone, and they even arrested someone else; they even arrested Du Dalong."

Yang Guoxiong had eaten with Du Dalong a few times; although Du Dalong hadn't read many books, he was lavish with his spending.

Yang Guoxiong's brow furrowed, "If Yechuan County does things this way, wouldn't they just be making things worse? Is he not afraid that the minibuses will stop running?"

Chen Ning gave a wry smile, "Not only is he not afraid, he even demanded that the minibuses stop running for rectification!"

Yang Guoxiong widened his eyes, "Is he crazy? The common people's travel has no guarantee; this is a major administrative failure. Does this County Magistrate Tang Ye not want his job anymore?"

Chen Ning explained, "I just received news! A batch of brand-new buses has entered Yechuan County."

Yang Guoxiong was incredulous, "Where did this batch of buses come from? Did they report it to the Transportation Bureau?"

Chen Ning sighed and said, "After Mayor Jiang took office, he ordered a batch of new energy buses from Hanxing Group. This batch of buses just happened to be delivered recently."

Yang Guoxiong realized, "In other words, this batch of new energy buses is that batch from Hanxing Group? Then what about the drivers? Where did they come from?"

Chen Ning said helplessly, "The Yechuan Government found a group of taxi drivers with bus driving qualifications. They arrived in Hanzhou last night and drove this batch of vehicles back from Hanxing Group early this morning."

Yang Guoxiong rubbed his temples; the fact that this matter hadn't gone through him made him feel angry.

"The procedure for this matter is illegal," Yang Guoxiong said angrily.

"Mayor Yang, it was an instruction issued by Mayor Jiang," Chen Ning reminded him.

Yang Guoxiong was silent for a few seconds, "I know. If there are any changes in the situation later, contact me at any time."

Chen Ning said, "Understood!"

Chen Ning's mood was a bit low right now.

He hadn't expected Tang Ye's response to be so swift.

He had actually set his sights on the new energy buses.

The key was that Mayor Jiang trusted Tang Ye completely, without reservation.

The whole process was as if it had been precisely calculated!

Every step was beyond his expectations and within his control!

……

Zhang Ping drove into the Yechuan County bus terminal.

Over the past few days, he and his fellow drivers had designed several routes based on the minibus routes in Yechuan County.

They ensured maximum coverage for all the common folk along the routes, while also shortening operating times and increasing the efficiency of the buses.

The station was packed with common folk waiting for buses.

Because they did not see the familiar minibuses, expressions of anxiety appeared on their faces.

Zhang Ping quickly got out of the car and hung the pre-made temporary route sign on the inside of the front windshield.

Immediately after, he stepped out and shouted loudly, "Those heading to Zhaojiang Town, you may board now. Board through the front door, and when you reach your stop, exit through the back door."

A citizen immediately walked over to ask, "Driver, is this going to Zhaojiang Town? Why have the buses been changed to new ones?"

Zhang Ping said with a smile, "That's right, hurry and board! I'm at your service today! By the way, no need to pay; it's free of charge today!"

"No need to pay?"

"The Government does things properly. Our time was delayed, but, well, they aren't charging money."

Upon hearing it was free, the bus ride was free to take!

Everyone's gloom was swept away in an instant.

The citizens boarded one after another, and soon the bus was packed full.

Zhang Ping could only appease them, "Comrades who couldn't squeeze on, please take the next bus. There's no one on the buses behind, they're more spacious, and we are departing together."

The citizens swarmed and rushed toward the next bus.

Zhang Ping started the vehicle.

The new energy buses were electric-driven, so they started quickly and drove very smoothly.

Subsequently, one new energy bus after another drove out from the bus terminal...

Citizens along the road discovered that the large buses they used to take had turned into public buses.

Moreover, what surprised them even more was!

Not just today, but for the coming week, riding the bus would be completely free of charge...