Transit continues to
grow in Greenville
Pamela Garland, Public Transportation Director for the City of
Greenville, announced the end of the year figures for Greenville
Transit System (GTS). GTS delivered 50,636 one-way trips during
the year. This is an increase of 47.6% since 2009.
70% of riders qualified for the Elderly/Disabled half price fare while
30% were general public. GTS provided rides to medical
appointments, shopping, work, and education. GTs also provides a
fair shuttle and assists during Shawnee Prairie Days.
The City of Greenville contracts with MV Transit, Inc. for the
day-to-day operations. MV has increased efficiency over the past
4 years, exceeding the goals set by ODOT and the City. The
General Manager is Kathy Cool.
GTS recently took delivery of two replacement vans which were 80%
funded by ODOT and the remaining by the sale of older vans.
GTS is funded by grants from FTA, ODOT, Elderly & Disabled, as well
as local share by The City of Greenville. GTS is a public
transportation service. Call 547-1811 to book your ride.
Greenville Transit System (GTS) expands service
Greenville Transit began a demo service expansion January 2,
2015.
We will be offering limited county-wide service Monday thru Friday from
8:00 am to 4:30 pm at the following zone rates for outside city limits:
Zone 1: 1.1 to 3 miles outside city limits at the
rate of $5.00 total
Zone 2: 3.1 to 5 miles outside city limits at the
rate of $8.00 total
Zone 3: 5.1 to 7 miles outside city limits at the
rate of $12.00 total
Zone 4: 7.1 and over, outside city limits at the rate
of $25.00 total
This service will require a 24-hour notice. No elderly/disabled
discounts will be offered for this service as there is no local funding
available.
City service will not change.
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