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May Board Meeting
May 20, 2013
Click here to view and download the upcoming board meeting agenda and full board packet.
Feedback on Proposed Bus Stop Signs
May 15, 2013
Marin Transit would like your feedback on proposed improvements to our local bus stop signs. Please let us know what you think of these changes! Click here to take the survey.
You will start to see new signs at bus stops starting as early as August 2013. Marin Transit is also working with Golden Gate Transit to design a shared sign that will incorporate logos and route numbers for both agencies.
Public Hearing for Proposed 2013 Summer Service Improvements
April 22, 2013
In August of 2013, Marin Transit is proposing significant service improvements on many local routes operating within Marin County. These changes are the result of the Novato and Tiburon Transit Needs Assessment studies and the opening of Target in San Rafael.
- Replace Route 51 in Novato with Route 251
- Extend Route 257 and Route 259 into Novato
- Replace Route 19 in Tiburon with Route 219 / 219F
- Extend Route 23 east of the San Rafael Transit Center (SRTC) to serve the Canal and Target
- Replace Route 29 weekend service with Route 28
- Restructure Route 17 and Route 22 in South County
For more information, click here or look for notices posted on vehicles and at stops.
To download a detailed description of proposed changes and maps, click here (2.1 MB).
Public Hearing for Proposed Title VI Policies
April 22, 2013
A public hearing will be held before the Marin County Transit District (Marin Transit) Board of Directors on Monday, May 20, 2013 at 10:00 am to consider and adopt policies required under Federal Transit Administration Title VI guidelines issued on October 1, 2012. The public hearing will take place in the Board of Supervisors' Chambers, Marin County Civic Center, 3501 Civic Center Drive, Room 330, San Rafael.
The purpose of the Public Hearing will be to have public discussion on the proposed Title VI policy prior to potential adoption by the Board of Directors, subject to any modifications they may direct as a result of the public hearing. Click here to learn more about the proposed policy. The revised policy will be ready for distribution on or before May 17th, in advance of the May 20th public hearing.
In addition to the Public Hearing, the District will hold four public meetings to discuss and obtain community input on the proposed policies at the following dates and times. Information on the proposed service changes, as well as comment forms, will also be provided.
Novato City Hall
Thursday, May 2, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
901 Sherman Ave, Novato
Al Boro Community Center
Saturday, May 4, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
50 Canal Street, San Rafael
Margarita Johnson Senior Center
Tuesday, May 7, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
640 Drake Ave, Marin City
Al Boro Community Center
Wednesday, May 8, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
50 Canal Street, San Rafael
Website Updates
January 14, 2013
We've made some changes to the organization of our website to make it easier to navigate and find what you're looking for. Let us know your thoughts here!
Marin Transit Receives 2012 California Transit Association Excellence Award
November 12, 2012
Marin County Transit District is the 2012 recipient of the California Transit Association’s Transit Excellence Award for its seasonal Muir Woods Shuttle program. The award recognizes an outstanding small transit operator for innovative service concepts, effective problem-solving techniques, and promoting a positive image of transit in the community. Over 50 regional transit authorities operating hundreds of service lines are eligible for this award.
New Discounted Taxi-Service Program for Marin Seniors: Marin Catch-A-Ride
September 24, 2012
Marin Transit is pleased to announce a new discounted ride program, Marin Catch-A-Ride. This new program provides another transportation option for seniors in Marin through discounted taxi rides to Marin locations.
The new customized transportation option will enable seniors, age 80 and older to take taxi rides at a discounted rate. For seniors age 60 and older, the discounted service is available if they are unable to drive.
Marin Catch-A-Ride Customized Features Include:- The ability to schedule transportation quickly with reduced wait times. Once eligible, seniors need only to call Catch-A-Ride’s call center to schedule rides.
- When a rider calls for their ride, they will be given an exact, mileage-based price for that discounted ride. This feature gives seniors and their families the peace of mind of knowing exactly what the trip will cost ahead of time.
- Depending on the destination, the discount may even cover the full price of short distance rides.
Ride scheduling will begin on September 24, 2012. Call (415) 473-2943 or (415) 457-INFO (4636) for more information about the program and to apply for eligibility.
Marin Catch-A-Ride is a program of Marin Transit’s Marin Access family of transportation services and is funded by Marin’s voter approved vehicle registration fee, Measure B.
For information about transportation options in Marin, contact Marin Access (415) 454-0902 or see us on the web at www.marinaccess.org.
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