Metrolink’s 11-member board of directors has approved a 4 percent across-the-board fare increase that will go into effect on July 1. The board also approved a plan to restructure the agency’s fare policy over a 10-year period beginning July 1, 2005.

Under the restructuring proposal, all fares will be based on a measurement of the driving distance between stations, rather than the current zone-based system.

The 4 percent increase in Metrolink fares will help offset rising operating costs, fund capital improvements, and provide enhancements in safety and security.

For more information about Metrolink fares, train schedules and directions to the nearest Metrolink train station, visit www.metrolinktrains.com or call (800) 371-LINK.