Salem-News.com News Feed for articles tagged with cherriots www.salem-news.com 2013 In an effort to better serve people with disabilities, Salem-Keizer Transit has purchased three paratransit vans for CherryLift, an origin-to-destination transportation service for people whose disability prevents them from using Cherriots buses. The new paratransit vans will reduce maintenance and fuel costs while improving accessibility. http://salem-news.com/articles/august112014/salem-buses-kh.php http://salem-news.com/articles/august112014/salem-buses-kh.php Mon, 11 Aug 2014 13:02:00 PDT Salem-Keizer Transit is Moving Forward on a robust system redesign based on the results of a comprehensive service analysis performed by the internationally-renowned transit planning consultant Jarrett Walker. Moving Forward is based on the concept of a "ridership/coverage trade-off." Increased frequency on busy routes equals higher ridership, as more people are able to use transit without lengthy waits. http://salem-news.com/articles/august042014/salem-busservice-kh.php http://salem-news.com/articles/august042014/salem-busservice-kh.php Mon, 04 Aug 2014 08:47:00 PDT Salem-Keizer Transit has taken another step to help reduce the world's carbon footprint. After a two year test of the product, the maintenance department has begun using Eco Ultra Premium re-refined lube oil in its diesel fleet. Why is this important? The United States produces approximately 1.3 billion gallons of used oil each year. http://salem-news.com/articles/july292014/bus-oil-kh.php http://salem-news.com/articles/july292014/bus-oil-kh.php Tue, 29 Jul 2014 06:23:00 PDT The Salem-Keizer Transit District wants to remind Cherriots and CherryLift users of the following route changes and price increases that take effect on Tuesday. Note: The following times refer to the time the trip is scheduled to depart Courthouse Square in downtown Salem (or for West Salem routes, the time the route departs Glen Creek Transit Station). Route 1, South Commercial: weekdays, eliminate the 6:30, 7:00, 7:30, and 8:00 AM trips, and the 6:00 PM trip. http://salem-news.com/articles/september012006/cherriots_changes_9106.php http://salem-news.com/articles/september012006/cherriots_changes_9106.php Fri, 01 Sep 2006 22:09:00 PDT Chemeketa Area Regional Transportation (CARTS) bus line riders have a reason to be happy. By next summer, thanks to a $141,000 grant from the Oregon Department of Transportation, 20 bus shelters will be built throughout Marion and Polk counties. Almost 56,000 people used CARTS buses in Polk County last year Valerie Rux, CARTS coordinator said. http://salem-news.com/articles/august172006/bus_routes_81706.php http://salem-news.com/articles/august172006/bus_routes_81706.php Thu, 17 Aug 2006 01:10:00 PDT Enjoy the annual Salem Art and Fair Festival this weekend at Bush’s Pasture Park even more by avoiding traffic and parking by catching a free ride at specially marked bus stops along the shuttle route on July 21st, 22nd, and 23rd. The shuttle comes by approximately every 15 minutes from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM Friday and Saturday and from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Sunday, connecting the Art Fair, downtown Transit Mall and parking lots and South High School. Call (503) 588-BUSS for more shuttle information. http://salem-news.com/articles/july192006/cherriots_service_71906.php http://salem-news.com/articles/july192006/cherriots_service_71906.php Wed, 19 Jul 2006 21:47:00 PDT The Salem-Keizer Transit District is conducting a public hearing for the purpose of receiving input on proposed service reductions and a fare increase. These actions are intended to help the District maintain a balanced budget for the next two fiscal years. http://salem-news.com/articles/june082006/bus_changes_6806.php http://salem-news.com/articles/june082006/bus_changes_6806.php Thu, 08 Jun 2006 18:11:00 PDT Cherriots will join with other public transportation systems throughout the country to highlight that public transit offers a quick, easy alternative to the high cost of driving. "With gasoline prices at record levels, many Oregonians are having to change their transit habits," said John Whittington, Director of Transit Development. "By using public transportation on a regular basis, a person can save hundreds of dollars in fuel costs per year," Whittington said. "Those savings could be added back into household budgets to meet necessities, pay off bills, or just have fun," Whittington added. http://salem-news.com/articles/june042006/car_free_day_6406.php http://salem-news.com/articles/june042006/car_free_day_6406.php Sun, 04 Jun 2006 11:36:00 PDT