Here’s the facts on Issue 2 – Laketran’s ¼ of 1% sales tax levy Lake County residents rely on Laketran over 2,500 times a day meaning 750,000 times a year and over half of those trips are provided to seniors or people with disabilities. Over 60% of Laketran trips take people to work or school. […]
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Transit enhancements aim to improve access and economic development along major Lake County corridors
As part of Painesville Township’s streetscape project, the township, in partnership with Laketran, has installed five bus shelters along Mentor Avenue. “We know that Mentor Avenue is Laketran’s busiest bus route. We wanted to improve access for residents to get to work and shop in our business district,” said township trustee Gabe Cicconetti, “We hope […]
More seniors relying on transit to combat isolation, remain independent
By Chad Felton | The News-Herald Laketran has made no secret of its increasingly growing ridership over the last few years. Combining that with Lake County’s growing senior population, the transit agency’s role continues to grow, with a simple concept such as transportation lending itself to address multiple community needs. According to Laketran, to date, over […]
Auditor of State recognizes Laketran’s financial stewardship
Lake County taxpayers can take pride in Laketran’s continuous commitment to fiscal responsibility. Laketran was presented the “Auditor of State Award with Distinction” at the Monday, September 23 board of trustees meeting by Keith Faber, Auditor of State liaison Jake Altman. Altman shared that only four percent of public agencies statewide achieve this recognition. “It […]
Laketran seeking 10-year 0.25 percent sales tax
By Chad Felton | The News-Herald Laketran is asking voters in the Nov. 5 General Election to approve a 0.25 percent sales tax for 10 years. According to election officials, there are 152,284 registered voters in Lake County. If passed, the transit agency starting in 2020 would receive 25 cents per every $100 in taxable goods purchased […]
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