Liberty Village shuttle bus axed

Organizers have backed away from plans to run a commuter bus service between Liberty Village and downtown Toronto.

The Line Six shuttle bus was supposed to start Monday and offer acrowdfundedalternative to theTTC'sjam-packed 504 King streetcar.

But the project has stalled, says co-founder TaylorScollon.

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"After consulting with legal counsel we decided to suspend the Liberty Village service,"Scollonsaid.

The bus had a trial run last fall but organizers say a permanent service might violatecity transit rules. They say investors will have their money refunded.

"It was definitely a difficult decision for us. I'm disappointed but I think it would be irresponsible to move ahead,"Scollonsaid.

The TTC admits more service is needed. Bigger and more modern streetcars are planned to arrive on King Street in 2016.