JACKSON HOLE, WYO – START is considering adding a run to its commuter service to Teton Valley as well as changing the schedule of current service.
The START Bus Board will meet on Thursday, September 13 to consider offering an additional commuter run to Teton Valley, Idaho. START Bus has received increased Federal Transit Administration (FTA) funding to be distributed through the State of Idaho to financially assist with this possible addition. The new run being considered would depart from the Driggs Community Center on weekdays at 8:00am and return to Teton Valley departing Jackson at 7:15pm.
In addition to discussing the potential increase in service, the START Board will also consider changes to the current Teton Valley commuter time schedule. One possible change being considered is moving the current 6:00am departure to a 5:50am departure.
“Throughout the year, activities occur within our community that can affect our transit system—traffic patterns, economic factors, ridership and customer feedback,” said START Bus Director Darren Brugmann. “Securing funding through grant opportunities with the federal government is why we are able to offer this additional line. We respond by considering and implementing changes to our bus system that will potentially help improve our service and meet the needs of the community.”
START Bus is currently accepting public input on the proposed additional commuter route as well as on the possible timetable change. The public is encouraged to submit comments before 5pm on Friday, September 7. Public comment can be submitted online, by email, or by calling 307-732-8651.
There will also be an opportunity for public comment at the upcoming START Board meeting during a public hearing. Individuals wishing to address concerns to the START Board are invited to attend the public hearing on September 13 at 11:30am in the Town Hall Council Chambers located at 150 East Pearl Avenue.
