April 14, 2016
Monroe Woodard will once again represent County Connection in the 2016 International Bus Rodeo sponsored by the American Public Transit Association (APTA). The annual competition features the best of the best from transit properties across the United States and Canada – all vying for the coveted bragging rights. This year’s event takes place in Charlotte, North Carolina in May.
Competitors must maneuver a 40-foot bus through an obstacle course consisting of ten “problems” ranging from precise passenger stops, tight right and left turns, serpentine turns, and a judgment stop – just to name a few. Drivers are also judged on their appearance, safety skills and the smoothness of operation. And finally, they have just 7 minutes to complete the course.
Monroe’s represented County Connection at the National event several times, and recently earned the top score in County Connection’s local “roadeo” event. Competition is fierce among County Connection operators and the scores get closer each year.
Monroe has been driving for County Connection for over 20 years and began competing 11 years ago.
Good luck Monroe – we know you’ll represent us well.
County Connection riders reduced CO2 emissions by 31,149 pounds EACH WEEKDAY in the month of March. Way to go!