AVL is coming! Plus volunteer opportunity!

Yesterday we learned that the new real time bus tracker is due to be rolled out in April. We saw a demo and it was really cool. You can actually watch your bus moving along its route. No more wondering if the bus has been delayed or if it came early. No more wondering if you'll make your transfer. (At least that's the plan!)

In addition to real time tracking, the app and site will have real time alerts and an easy way to provide feedback. Eventually they also hope to show what events are going on and how to get there by bus.

Along with the new system comes a new voice on the bus. A recorded pleasant voice will announce stops before you get to them, a great help when it's dark or if you're riding on an unfamiliar route.

MTU continues to work on replacing its aged fleet with newer diesels and electric buses. Later this year, work will begin on bus barn upgrades that will allow electric buses to smoothly transition into service.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY! We're hoping to sign up a few good bus advocates to help staff a LATA table near the MTU demo at this year's Earth Fair in Myrick Park on Sunday, April 28. Please sign up if you can help or email if you have questions.