STAR Transit announces public meetings; proposed fare restructure

(TERRELL, TX – June 29, 2017) STAR Transit will hold a series of public meetings to involve citizen participation regarding the proposal to amend STAR Transit’s fare structure. STAR Transit will provide information regarding the proposed changes. Anyone wishing to make comments is invited to attend and express their views.

Upcoming public meetings include:

Monday, July 10, 2017 at 6:00 pm

Mesquite Arts Center (1527 N. Galloway Ave., Mesquite, TX 75149)

Tuesday, July 11, 2017 at 6:00 pm

Rockwall Chamber of Commerce (697 I-30, Rockwall, TX 75032)

Thursday, July 13, 2017 at 6:00 pm

Balch Springs Civic Center (12400 Elam Road, Balch Springs, TX 75180)

Upcoming public hearing includes:

Tuesday, July 18^th at 2:00 pm

STAR Transit Operations Center (500 Industrial Blvd., Terrell, TX 75160)

Transportation is available within the city limits of the closest meeting. Advanced booking is required. To schedule a ride, attendees should contact STAR Transit scheduling agents at 877-631-5278, Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm. Space is limited. First come, first served.

The public comment period is open through the close of business on August 1, 2017. For more information, call 877-631-5278 or go to STAR Transit’s website, www.STARtransit.org.

The Board of Directors will consider the proposed fare restructure at the August 15, 2017 regularly scheduled Board of Directors meeting. If approved, STAR Transit will begin implementing the changes in the Fall.

About STAR Transit

Founded in 1980, STAR Transit’s mission is to provide affordable and convenient transportation to the general public and persons with disabilities for access to goods and services, with a high quality, well trained staff, operators and fleet. STAR Transit is a political sub-division of the state of Texas and provides over 194,000 rides per year. STAR Transit is headquartered in Terrell, Texas. For more information visit www.STARtransit.org.

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