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All Departments Administration Corrections Development Services Facilities Management Human Resources Information Technology Library Services Management and Budget Services Natural Resources Management Neighborhood and Human Services Parks and Recreation Public Safety Public Works Veterans Services Waste ServicesThe media is invited to attend the ECAT "STEP Into Transit" event Tuesday, Feb. 7 at 2 p.m. During the event, ECAT will unveil three new buses, showcase building updates and promote free bus passes for youth through the Student Transit Empowerment Pass (STEP) Program. One or more Escambia County Commissioners may be in attendance.
WHAT: ECAT "STEP Into Transit" Event
WHERE: Rosa Parks Transit Authority Building, 1515 W. Fairfield Drive
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb. 7 at 2 p.m.
MEDIA CONTACT: Andie Gibson, 850-530-3501, cmr@myescambia.com
Additional information:
The three new 2022 Gillig buses are the first buses to be added to the fleet since 2014. Equipped with seated capacity for 23 riders and additional hand straps for riders to safely stand, each bus is Wi-Fi ready, contains automatic passenger counters, and can accommodate two wheelchairs and two bicycles.
The STEP Program will allow students under the age of 18 to ride ECAT buses at no charge year-round. STEP pass applications will be available online or in person at ECAT customer service offices. Applications must be completed by a parent or legal guardian and are valid until the end of the school year.
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