Wheels Celebrates Transit Month

September is Transit Month! Wheels joins San Francisco Transit Riders and Seamless Bay Area in supporting various activities celebrating the region’s public transit. It is more important than ever before to show our elected leaders how important transit is for our region and that it needs continued funding to thrive. The month is full of exciting and interactive family friendly events. See all the events here and follow along on social media @SFTRU and @SeamlessBayArea.

Wheels is supporting this year’s Transit Month because everyone in Bay Area cities and the region should have access to safe, affordable, accessible public transit. Riders have returned to bus and rail, and the entire region is better for it. Public transit not only lowers the barrier to opportunities but also combats climate change, connects people throughout the region, and more. To learn more about Transit Month and its events, visit the Transit Month website for the full calendar!

Part of celebrating Transit Month is conducting the Annual Rider First Awards, and SFTRU needs your nomination of people or projects that have made life better for transit riders in the past year. For example, nominees could be:

• An amazing bus driver, train operator, station attendant, or ambassador.
• People who have spoken up effectively for transit or helped other riders.
• Improvements on your trips such as new transit lanes, boarding areas, better signage, or clear communication.
• If you only know the project (transit lanes, improved bus stop, etc), give us the details, and we can help track down the people responsible for positive change.

A panel of regional advocates from San Francisco Transit Riders and Seamless Bay Area will determine the winners and present awards at our Rider First Awards Party! Nominate your peer or project by Sunday, September 28th @ 11:59pm.

For more information on Wheels and its services, visit www.wheelsbus.com or contact customer service at 925-455-7500. Keep up to date with rider alerts, schedule changes, and agency news by following us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.

About the Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority
 
The Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority (LAVTA) was created in 1985 by the cities of Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton, and Alameda County. In addition to passenger fares, the agency is supported financially by federal, state and local agencies, including Alameda County Transportation Commission Measures B and BB. LAVTA supports sustainability by reducing vehicle trips, traffic congestion and improving air quality.