I know we have a good transit system here for the size of the town/ city.
100,000 is that cut off and I do not know which we fit in.
Wichita Falls has worked hard to upgrade the buses here. Some 3 or 4 years ago
they put in cameras in all buses and keep a month of files - digital I think.
It goes to a central computer system I think. I pasted the rules below. They
have lifts on all buses for disabled and will detour up to two blocks to pick
up and deliver disabled. You have to request it piror - 24 or more hours but if
you need to go to a doctor or grocery store you can do that,
There is a special bus that runs every two weeks on one side of town and then
another day on the other side for elderly or diabled to go to the store and a
volunteer will be on it to carry the grocery items to the bus and load and even
unload it for you if you qualify. To qualify call and get on with the Senior
group in town. I think some of the funding comes from them.
The times are a bit short but for a town of just over 100,000 it is not bad. I
do not remember just how far along they were on propane or other fuel but they
were doing it on new buses as new ones were purchased. I have used it and the
drivers and great and know most of the regular riders by name.
The city runs a review of the routes and changes as needs change every few
years.
Hours
Monday - Friday: 5:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Saturday: 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Rules
The safety, comfort and satisfaction of our customers is our number one goal.
In order to better serve you we ask that you adhere to the rules and
regulations set forth when using the Falls Ride. If you have questions or
comments please call 761-7642. We hope your trip is a pleasant one.
Courtesy Please!
WHEN RIDING ON A BUS:
. Passengers must have the exact change. Drivers cannot make change.
. No eating, consuming alcohol or smoking tobacco products on bus.
. Drink contatiners must have "screw on tops."
. Do not play radios or musical instruments.
. Shoes and shirts are required.
. Do not stand forward of the YELLOW LINE.
. Animals must be crated, except for guide animals.
. Children under 5 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
. Firearms are not allowed bus.
. Explosive materials are not allowed on bus.
. No loud, foul or abusive language allowed
. Carry on bags are limited to the number that can be carried on a
passenger's lap.
. Remain seated until the vehicle comes to a complete stop.
. Aisles must be kept clear of passenger's belongings.
Non-compliance of the preceding rules may result in the passenger not being
allowed to ride the bus.
