City of Burlington Identifies Alternative Transportation Resources in Event of Bus Service Interruption

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

March 14, 2014
Contact:  Mike Kanarick
                802.735.7962

City of Burlington Identifies Alternative Transportation Resources in Event of Bus Service Interruption

Burlington, VT –The City of Burlington has identified the following transportation resources to assist Burlingtonians and our neighbors who travel to Burlington in the event of a CCTA strike:

• Downtown Parking:  two City parking garages – the Lakeview Garage and the College Street Garage – normally have additional capacity during weekdays.  The Lakeview Garage (45 Cherry Street) is accessed from lower Cherry Street next to Hotel Vermont.  The College Street Garage (68 College Street) is accessed from College Street next to the entrance to People's United Bank.  Both garages offer two hours of free parking.  The maximum daily parking rate at both garages is $8.00.
• Carpooling:  the State of Vermont operates a carpool matching service through Go Vermont, a resource for Vermonters who want to reduce the cost and environmental impact of driving.  Commuters can learn more about Go Vermont by visiting:  http://www.connectingcommuters.org/.
• Special Services Transportation Agency (SSTA):  the City understands that a CCTA strike will not impact SSTA’s provision of accessible transportation for people who have specialized mobility needs.  SSTA can be reached at 802.878.1527.  
• Offer to Help Your Neighbor:  the City encourages everyone to think about how you may be able to assist your family, friends, and neighbors with their mobility needs should a strike occur.

For updates about these resources, please visit the City of Burlington website.

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