Of the four people that turned out for Tuesday's Metro public hearing, all said they can't afford a price hike.

The public hearing Tuesday night in Reston was the first of six this week across the region. Some board members said they will be able to soften the blow if they hear from enough people.

The biggest increases would affect rush-hour subway riders, who make up the largest portion of daily users. Rush-hour fares would go up 30 to 80 cents, and parking fees at Metro lots would go up by $1.15.

For Roberta Wodenscheck, she drives from her home in Oakton five days a week, parks at the Metro lot in Vienna, and catches the Metro Rail to her job near Foggy Bottom. Right now it costs her $220 a week. Under the fare hike proposal, it would cost her $277; a $57 increase equal to $684 a year. "For me, economically... doens't make sense."

The board adopted the proposal two weeks ago after much public debate, but the new fares can't take effect until public hearings are held.

Board members said fares will definitely go up, but they also say the proposal will probably changed based on the feedback from riders.

The Washington Post is reporting Catherine Hudgins, Metro board member, said the location might be to blame for Tuesday's small turnout.

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Information from: The Washington Post