The buses and drivers should be replaced with an automated light-rail or maglev system.
Such machines don't join unions and don't go on strike.
Plus, they can work 24/7/365 without overtime or holiday pay.
;^)
Maglev? On city streets with 10% grades and saturated alluvium both subject to earthquakes?
Just keep talking Willie. You'll convince everybody of what a lovely idea it is to put your personal transportation in the hands of Santa Cruz lefits.