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    TARTA returns Call-a-Ride and Express Service on June 8

    June 2, 2020
    The new pilot routes introduced in Rossford and Sylvania will help provide COVID-19 safety measures for customers.
    Related To: Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority (TARTA)

    The Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority (TARTA) will return its Call-a-Ride and Express Service June 8 in response to the re-opening of Ohio’s businesses.

    New COVID-19 protocols for the safety of riders and drivers will be implemented.

    In addition, TARTA is introducing two pilot bus routes in Rossford and Sylvania (township and city) using 35-foot vehicles to be able to accommodate up to 10 passengers in these higher demand service areas. On June 8, TARTA’s current service will also expand its hours of operations to 7:30 a.m. to 7:30p.m. Monday through Friday.

    TARTA will continue to require that all trips be for essential reasons only such as commuting to work, grocery shopping, medical appointments and treatments, pharmacy visits and participating in summer school lunch programs. All passengers must use a facial covering and TARTA is able to provide these complimentary if needed.

    Call-a-Ride

    Call-a-Ride will operate Monday-Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30p.m. in these local communities: Maumee, Ottawa Hills, Rossford, Sylvania, Sylvania Township and Waterville. TARTA is introducing the following new rider safety protocols to minimize the spread of COVID-19:

    Call-a-Ride reservations must be made by 3:00 p.m. the day before the requested service by calling 419-243 RIDE (7433). For Monday service, reservations must be made by 3:00 p.m. on Saturday.

    Call-a-Ride is by reservations only. There is no walk-on option.

    There will be no fee to use Call-a-Ride.

    To ensure social distancing within vehicles, there is a limit of two passengers at all times. Customers are limited to one round-trip per day to help manage demand.

    New Rossford and Sylvania service

    To meet ridership demand in Rossford, Sylvania and Sylvania Township, TARTA is testing new service options in these communities through fixed-routes and utilizing 35-foot buses to carry up to 10 passengers per vehicle. Routes are designed to connect riders with employment, shopping and other essential locations. The service will run Monday – Saturday.

    No fares will be collected, and customers are required to enter the bus from the rear door.

    Express Service

    TARTA will return Express Service to downtown Toledo for Maumee and Waterville commuters. This service is offered Monday through Friday.