Patricia Madej

“What this program does ... is truly help people address the issue that’s at the heart of why they’re here. Locking them up and putting them in jail is not addressing their true issue.”

Budget-friendly options available to those planning to drop off their ballots or head to the polls in person include a free “Voter Express” trolley, which debuted Sunday.

Police did not identify either victim. No arrests have been made in either case.

Riders traveling between 12:30 and 5:30 a.m. on the weekends will still be able to get around, but by bus.

Matthew Sinkiewicz, 36, of Bucks County, faces multiple changes over assaults during a protest May 30 in Philadelphia. He was fired from SEPTA in July.

“I think the big takeaway is that this just shows SEPTA’s commitment to trolley modernization and future economic vitality of the region," said Bob Lund, SEPTA deputy general manager.

Matthew Sinkiewicz, 36, was fired in July. The charges against him include two counts each of aggravated assault, simple assault, and recklessly endangering another person.

Ryan Kappler, 38, worked for SEPTA since 2014 and was fired by the authority earlier this year.

At the least, there could be upgrades to signs and maps. At the most, SEPTA could go so far as to renaming the trolley, Market-Frankford, Broad Street, and Norristown High Speed Lines.

Four other men are in stable condition, according to Philadelphia police.