Transit Services of Frederick County announced its fixed-route driver and paratransit Driver of the Year for 2022.
These drives exemplify the spirit of exceptional customer service and demonstrate commitment to their community, and represent the very best of transit; providing safe, reliable and sustainable transportation with world-class customer service throughout Frederick County, Md.
To be eligible for consideration, drivers must maintain safe driving records, exhibit strong and consistent attendance and provide excellent customer service. Drivers are then selected by their fellow drivers through a secret ballot vote, and the winners are announced at the following Drivers’ Meetings. This year, Transit Services is honored to recognize the contributions of Roy Velasco and Chad Abrecht, selected by their peers as the 2022 Fixed-Route and Paratransit Drivers of the Year.
Velasco was selected as the Fixed-Route Driver of the Year thanks to his unceasing positivity, his outstanding customer service and his ability to work as a team player. Meeting the needs of his passengers and providing a safe ride is the top of his list of priorities. He takes pride in his work and accomplishments, and always looks for ways to serve.
Abrecht was selected as the Paratransit Driver of the Year because of his excellent and definite “can do” attitude, his willingness to help others and his steadfast reliability. Abrecht is a capable driver who can truly do anything and always goes beyond the call of duty. He is respectful, has a great sense of humor and is committed to providing the best service possible every day.
In recognition for their selection as the Drivers of the Year, Velasco and Abrecht each received a plaque commemorating their award, as well as designated parking spots reserved for the Driver of the Year. Both drivers will be recognized through a year-long advertisement onboard a Transit Services bus and were nominated for the Transportation Association of Maryland (TAM)’s annual Driver of the Year Award.
