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Tulare County transit agencies expand microtransit pilot; $5 one‑way fare, app and call‑in options explained
Summary
Tulare County transit agencies described an on‑demand microtransit pilot that uses zone‑based shuttles and apps, outlined fares and discounts, and said they are testing service levels in urban and rural zones. Agencies seek community partners to help with outreach and workshops for riders who lack smartphone access.
Tulare County transit officials outlined an expansion of zone‑based, on‑demand “microtransit” services and answered questions about fares, hours, accessibility and outreach during the county task force meeting.
Giancarlo, a staff member with the Tulare County Association of Governments (TCAG), described microtransit as a demand‑response, zone‑based service that typically uses shuttle‑sized vehicles and an app for routing. He said the service is intended to supplement — not replace — fixed‑route buses by matching vehicle type to local demand. “It is public transit,” Giancarlo said. “Depending on the current demand, you could share a ride.”
Officials said the service model varies by zone. In urban areas the agencies target an average 30‑minute pickup time; in rural zones the average pickup window is closer to about an hour. Porterville’s branded service runs longer weekend hours than some zones: Porterville Transit operates…
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