Resident urges Surprise council to restore microtransit for seniors; requests senior advisory council
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Summary
A resident told the Surprise City Council that senior microtransit services lack transparency and urged action to ensure older residents can reach medical appointments and groceries; she suggested a senior advisory council to improve responsiveness.
During the Sept. 16 call to the public, Catherine Ryman of Marist City Center asked the Surprise City Council to restore or better support microtransit options for senior citizens and other residents with mobility needs.
Catherine Ryman identified her cross streets and said she previously urged the council to “find a way to save micro transit for senior citizens and others in need.” She told the council she had discussed the issue with City Manager Bob Wingenroth and staff member Seth Dyson and asked whether the city was ensuring older residents could get to medical appointments, grocery stores and other basic needs. Ryman said she wants more transparency about progress and recommended creating a council of senior citizens similar to the city’s veterans council so seniors’ concerns are heard.
Ryman also invoked a moral appeal, referencing Psalm 71:9 and asking the council to ensure seniors are not “abandoned” when their strength fails. No council action or staff direction on microtransit was recorded during the meeting; the item appeared as public comment requesting attention and follow‑up.
