Lake County, OH — Laketran applauds Congress on the extension of the public transit commuter tax benefit through 2011. The commuter tax benefit will remain at $230 a month for public transit and vanpool users, keeping it equal to the parking benefit. “While times are still challenging for many Americans, this transit benefit allows the […]
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“Fare Free” Rides on Laketran Routes 1-6 for Black Friday
Laketran has partnered with the business community to provide “fare free” rides on Routes 1-6 on Black Friday, November 26, 2010 to encourage people to shop locally in Lake County. The “fare free” rides are subsidized by French Chiropractic of Madison; Crusin’ 50’s Diner, The Olive and The Grape, and Van’s Photo of Mentor; Leader […]
Local Fixed Route Service Extended Until 8pm
Effective Monday, November 22, Laketran will restore Local Fixed Route service on Routes 1-6 and Dial-a-Ride until 8 pm, Monday through Friday. The service restoration was made possible by a successful multi-point financial recovery plan that included pursuing new revenue streams such as Medicaid reimbursement for medical trips, grant sources for specific programs and internal […]
Commuter Express Service for Friday, November 26
Due to historically reduced ridership on the day after Thanksgiving, on Friday, November 26, 2010 only the following Commuter Express Routes and Departures will operate: Morning Departures Route 10 AM: 6:25, 7:00, 7:35 Route 11 AM: 6:25 (Madison), 7:00 (Lakeland) Route 12 AM: 6:30, 7:00, 7:30, 8:00 Route 13 AM: 6:40 Route 14 AM: […]
Commuter Challenge Works for the Region
Commuter Challenge 2010 helped Northeast Ohio save 23,856 miles of driving! From July 17-31, commuters were asked to try alternate transportation, including biking, walking, transit, carpooling or telecommuting. Participants won baseball tickets, Mr. Hero sandwich gift certificates, and other prizes. Corporate participants included the Progressive Group of Insurance Companies, University Circle Inc., the […]
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