Wheels is celebrating the resurgence of public transit with other Bay Area agencies in partnership with the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) and the Bay Area Air District. The Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority (LAVTA) encourages residents to ride transit on Tuesday, May 6, for All Aboard Bay Area Transit Day, coinciding with the start of Spare the Air summer smog season.

All Aboard Transit Day encourages people to get out and experience everything our cities have to offer aboard public transit. MTC and Bay Area agencies have a website at allaboardbayarea.com to share the projects they are coordinating to improve operations and customer experience. Tuesday, May 6, was chosen for All Aboard Transit Day because this day of the week has seen not only high ridership in the Bay Area, but also significant traffic on freeways, bridges, and roadways. As more people return to the office and ridership grows, transit continues its strong post pandemic rebound.

Remote work has had a significant impact on transit ridership and the fare revenue agencies rely on. Bay Area transit agencies have used federal and state pandemic emergency funds to prevent drastic service cuts, enhance safety and cleanliness, and improve interagency schedule coordination to reduce travel times. On All Aboard Transit Day, local transit agencies are showcasing these substantial improvements.

“Wheels riders experience our commitment to comfortable and reliable transit every day,” said Christy Wegener, LAVTA Executive Director. “Spring is here, and whether connecting to BART or just heading down to our many local farmers markets and main street events, public transit in the Tri-Valley is a convenient and cost-effective option.”

“Taking the bus, train or ferry instead of driving is one of the most impactful ways Bay Area residents can help reduce air pollution and protect public health,” said Dr. Philip Fine, executive officer of the Bay Area Air District. “As we head into smog season, All Aboard Bay Area Transit Day is a great reminder that clean air starts with each of us making a simple choice.”

“Many people have not experienced BART’s new trains, fare gates, and safety patrols, as well as our cleaner trains and stations,” said BART General Manager Bob Powers. “We hope the Bay Area will join us in riding transit on May 6 to witness firsthand the improvements we’ve made and how enjoyable the transit experience can be.”

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About the Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority
The Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority (LAVTA) was created in 1985 by the cities of Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton, and Alameda County. In addition to passenger fares, the agency is supported financially by federal, state and local agencies, including Alameda County Transportation Commission Measures B and BB. LAVTA supports sustainability by reducing vehicle trips, traffic congestion and improving air quality.