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Kimball County transit representative urges Banner County outreach; highlights VA grant for free veteran rides
Summary
Colleen Shoemaker, representing ACTS (Kimball County Transit), told the Banner County board about local mobility options, outreach plans and a VA grant that allows veterans to ride free to medical appointments; transit staff offer one-on-one support for new riders and coordinate routes to regional destinations.
Colleen Shoemaker, who said she recently joined the ACTS board, briefed the Banner County Board of Commissioners on services the transit provider offers to rural residents. Shoemaker described twice-daily runs to regional centers, coordination with Western Nebraska Community College and other partners, and an outreach effort to ensure local residents know about available services.
Shoemaker and another transit representative said ACTS has a VA grant that allows any veteran to ride at no cost to medical appointments, including non-VA providers such as dentists and eye doctors. Staff described accommodations for riders who need assistance: a transit helper (named Carl in the record) can ride with new users or provide one-on-one walkthroughs to familiarize riders with the booking and boarding process. The presenters urged the board to help distribute flyers and contact information so residents can learn about the service.
Direct quote
"My name is Colleen Shoemaker, and I just wanted to let you know I have joined the board at ACTS ..." (presentation introducing ACTS services and outreach).
Next steps
Commissioners asked for the presenters’ contact information so staff can circulate service details and flyers; presenters offered to provide periodic updates to the board and to help with outreach in outlying areas.
