March 2015 – County Connection

County Connection Riders Do It Again!

GoGreen_1200x1200_1In February, County Connection bus riders reduced CO2 emissions by 30,384 pounds EVERY WEEKDAY.

Each person does make a difference. With a system average trip length (one way) of 5 miles, each person who leaves their car at home and uses the bus will reduce CO2 emissions by 4.6 pounds. One person – one day a week can make a difference. Give the bus try! It’s easy…download the free mobile app from our home page to get real time arrival predictions for buses near you.

Stand Up 4 Transportation – April 9, 2015

Communities Across the Nation Unite to Emphasize Need for Long-term Investment in U.S. Transportation Infrastructure before Expiration of Federal Transportation Bill on May 31.

With the future of America’s public transportation, roads, bridges and rail systems on the line, transportation and community leaders from across the country will unite on April 9, 2015 to highlight “Stand Up for Transportation Day.”  Sponsored by the American Public Transportation Association (APTA), with support from national and local partners from transportation organizations, business and community oriented interests, Stand Up for Transportation Day will unite the voices of 216 participating organizations in more than 140 communities across the country to focus on the urgency of the passage of a long-term, federal transportation bill.

The current federal transportation funding bill, Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act (MAP-21), is set to expire on May 31, 2015. Without a long-term federal transportation funding bill, communities across the country will face tremendous uncertainty.  Transportation is the backbone of our local and national economy. A long-term transportation bill is needed for better and expanded transportation options, and to continue to grow our economy.

JOIN US APRIL 9th

Invitation_SU4T regional event

 

Meet Oscar – Another “Face” of County Connection

Oscar resizedMeet Oscar

Before joining County Connection nearly 25 years ago Oscar worked at the Port of Oakland as a truck driver/owner/operator. He liked his job, but felt something lacking. When he became a County Connection bus operator he realized it was interaction with people that was missing. “My passengers bring me joy every day”. Oscar grew up in El Salvador and had a sister with special needs. This instilled in him a great sense of compassion for passengers that may need a little extra assistance, time, or patience.

Oscar’s top priority has always been the safety of his passengers, and feels that his perfect safe driving record is his greatest accomplishment here at County Connection. After nearly 25 years Oscar should be thinking of retirement – but his head and heart are in a tug of war at the moment, so we’ll just have to wait and see.

Several Bus Schedules Will Change Effective March 15, 2015

Several bus routes will experience changes effective Sunday, March 15, 2015. Service changes are considered several times a year to reflect changing traffic conditions, new service requests and necessary changes to route patterns.

Changes that go into effect on March 15th include:

Route 93X

 

  • The Limited service trip leaving WC BART at 4:08 PM adjusts to leave BART at 4:23 PM and arrive at Hillcrest at 5:23 PM
  • The trip leaving WC BART at 5:46 PM adjusts to leave BART at 5:55 PM – all timepoints on that trip will adjust

 

Route 96X and 97X

 

  • Both routes will change to provide service to ATT/Bishop Ranch
  • All running times will adjust

 

Route 4

 

  • A long-term detour goes into effect around the Broadway Plaza due to construction
  • Buses will travel on Broadway in the Southbound direction rather than on Plaza Drive

 

New schedules will be distributed throughout the service beginning March 10, 2015. For immediate schedule information please call 676-7500. Schedules and maps will be posted on the website on Friday, March 13, 2014

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