BART fields snarky questions in Twitter town hall

BART representatives responded to riders' questions and snarky comments on Twitter Tuesday for a virtual town hall. BART representatives responded to riders' questions and snarky comments on Twitter Tuesday for a virtual town hall. Photo: Screenshot Via Twitter Photo: Screenshot Via Twitter Image 1 of / 30 Caption Close BART fields snarky questions in Twitter town hall 1 / 30 Back to Gallery

You have to admit, this was a bold move.

BART representatives held a virtual town hall Tuesday, braving the wrath of riders and faceless Twitter users who demanded explanations for the train system's many shortcomings.

Riders joined the conversation using the hashtag #AskSFBART on Twitter. Their questions ranged from serious ("What's the timeline for a 2nd transbay tube?" Twitter user @shanand asked) to downright snarky (@WaningDaylight asked, "Why do your trains suck?").

Other questions seemed way out of left field. @JakeRouse asked, "Is it OK for riders to bring folding chairs aboard to sit in?" If you're wondering, BART responded that technically there isn't a rule prohibiting it.

BART didn't shy away from the tough questions, whether or not they were phrased politely.

Click through the gallery above to see some of BART's best responses during the Twitter town hall.

For those who didn't get their questions answered online, BART representatives encourage them to attend a public hearing for the transit agency's budget at 9 a.m. Thursday.