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The benefits of using Prairie Hills Transit as your public transportation solution are ~
Safety Awareness · Prairie Hills Transit has seatbelts and wheelchair restraints in their vehicles. · Public transportation continues to be one of the safest modes of travel in the United States. Transit vehicle operators are highly trained to anticipate and avoid problems. Most transit vehicles are larger, newer and more substantial than autos or vans. Improve Personal Opportunities · Public transportation provides personal mobility and freedom for people from every walk of life. · Access to public transportation gives people options to get to work, go to school, visit friends, or go to a doctor’s office. · Public transportation provides access to job opportunities for millions of Americans. Saves Fuel, Reduces Congestion · Public transportation helps to alleviate our nation’s crowded network of roads by providing transportation choices. · According to the American Automobile Association, the estimated cost of driving a single-occupant vehicle is between $4,826 (for a small car) and $9,685 (for a large car), depending upon mileage. By contrast, the annual average cost for public transportation for one adult ranges from $200 to $2,000, which will save money on fuel, insurance and maintenance. Improves Air Quality · Public transportation helps promote cleaner air by reducing automobile use, which can intensify smog and public health problems. Encourage More Livable Communities · To enrich the lives of people by giving them the choice and freedom to have access to health care, shopping, education, employment, public services, and recreation. · Encourage and facilitate the most efficient use of transportation for employers in the Prairie Hills Transit service area through the coordination of programs and services.
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This transit agency is committed to providing non-discriminatory service. |
