Current News
More Towns Support Public Transportation
Four more towns approved funding for the Stagecoach at this year’s Town Meetings, adding their recognition to the increasing importance of public transportation in the area. With articles approved by the voters in Braintree, Newbury, Sharon, and Vershire, the number of area towns supporting the services of the Stagecoach has increased to fourteen. The ten other towns that renewed their support include Granville, Hancock, Rochester, Stockbridge, Bethel, Randolph, Royalton, Chelsea, Fairlee, and Bradford. The total municipal funding, which has now reached almost $18,000, is a vital element to the overall Stagecoach budget. By acknowledging the importance of these transportation services that enable people to get to jobs, medical appointments, social services, and shopping, municipal funds are a catalyst for up to four times as much in federal public transportation funds.
New Stagecoach Vehicles Ready to Roll
Stagecoach is pleased to announce that it has taken delivery of three new buses. The new vehicles, each with a seating capacity of twenty-four passengers, will be placed into operation this spring on commuter route service. Two of the vehicles were made possible by funding through the America Relief and Recovery Act (economic stimulus funds). The new vehicles will play an important role in assuring the continued operation of good, reliable equipment. See related article on page 4., regarding bike racks on the commuter routes.
