WINCHESTER to LEXINGTON COMMUTER ROUTE
A summary of the
service:
Intentions: To provide commuter service to different locations in the
Lexington area.
Future Intentions:
To expand service to as many locations in Lexington with more expanded times
of departures and pick ups.
Cost:
$40.00 per month for full-time commuters or $2.00 per day for persons not
ridding everyday.
Stop locations:
The first route will have stops at Lexmark, UK, and two stops in the
downtown are, one at Triangle Park and one at the KU building on Vine St.
Registration Form
(Click Here)
Frequently asked Questions
Are
there going to have passes?
In time, Yes. At first, names will be added to a list and will be checked
off as you enter and exit the bus. Sending your information in before hand
gives you a guaranteed spot on the bus. If you just show up, you may have a
seat or you may have to wait for the next bus. (Foothills will do their best
not to leave anyone stranded, but showing up announced will certainly be
inconvenient)
Is a daily rate
available?
Yes, we can do daily passes with a 24 hour notice to insure we have a seat
available.
Will there be more
pick up locations in Winchester?
Currently there is only one at the Winchester Wal-Mart. As the service
grows the pick up locations may grow also. (If there is a need to have
other pick-up locations, please send an email stating where a good location
may be. With more inquiries, the chance of that pick-up location being
added increases.)
Will there be more
drop off points?
In the infancy of the service the six original locations are going to be
used. As more people respond and the need for another stop increases, more
stops will be added. (If is hard to justify a new stop for one person, but
if a group of people need a different stop the chances of the stop being
added increases)
What happens if I
miss the bus?
The bus must keep the schedule to get everyone else to work on time. It is
your responsibility to be at the stop on time. (If you have no other
transportation, you can contact Foothills and see if another bus is
available.)
What happens if I
need to go home sick?
Call Foothills and arrangements can be made to pick you up.
What if I need to
go to a doctors appointment?
Foothills has transportation rights in many of the counties surrounding
Fayette, but not Fayette itself. If your trip originates in one of the
surrounding counties, call a day ahead and transportation can be provided
for a fee. If you are in Lexington and need to get around, Lextran must be
used) (Lextran is a separate service from Foothills).
If I need to bring
something to or from work that is large, can I still use the bus?
Use good judgment on this, If the bus is generally full, the item you are
bringing will not be allowed. If it takes up more than one seat, it most
likely will not be allowed. If you are unsure, call and ask.
Can I bring my
bike?
The buses are not fitted with bike racks. If there is a need for this it
can be addressed by contacting Foothills Express.
MORE
Residents try out park and ride
Bus service to Lexington begins
By Mike Wynn, The Winchester Sun
http://www.winchestersun.com/public_html/?module=displaystory&story_id=15467&format=html
Transportation Director: David Sowder
dsowder@foothillscap.org
309 Spangler Drive
Richmond, KY 40475
1-800-819-7083
859/744-3900
