Thunder Bay Transportation outlines 'Rides to Wellness' expansion and heavy ridership
Thunder Bay Transportation told the council it runs dial-a-ride service seven days a week and launched a 'Rides to Wellness' countywide program with a $15 one-way fare; the agency reported about 10,000 monthly passengers across services in recent months and new free youth trips funded by a foundation grant.
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Angie Fox, executive director of Thunder Bay Transportation, briefed the council on June 20 about several service updates and new programs. Fox said the organization receives city millage support for city riders (who get a discounted fare), runs dial-a-ride service seven days a week, and recently launched a countywide "Rides to Wellness" program operating weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a typical fare of $15 one-way (additional stops or companions may change the cost). "We run that 7 days a week," Fox said while describing the fleet and services; she added that companion rides for those who need assistance are free and that some grant funds are being used to provide free transport to the Boys & Girls Club this summer.
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