Local Issues
An Easier Way to Pay
by Thea Marie Rood Life is busy. But thankfully the days of carrying cash, having exact change, even entering PINs into machines, are becoming an amusing memory. We pay our rent, buy our morning latte […]
public transportation
Families
“I need a ride!”
by Thea Marie Rood With many schools open or reopening, and summer just around the corner, Sacramento kids need some safe, reliable transportation. Sacramento Regional Transit District is providing plenty of buses, light rail trains […]
Local Issues
SmaRT Ride Comes to You
by Anne Stokes Ridesharing is an easy way to get around. It’s convenient, flexible and the ride comes to you! Although known mostly for its light rail and bus services, Sacramento Regional Transit District also […]
Local Issues
SacRT and AmeriCorps team up
by Allen Pierleoni Sacramento Regional Transit District is always finding innovative ways to better serve its ridership and the community. For instance, as a walk-up to last November’s general election, it partnered with Sacramento County […]
Local Issues
Your Opinion Matters
Take the online rider survey between now and March 29 by Thea Marie Rood Do you love the public transportation in your neighborhood? Are you taking public transit during COVID-19? When will you be ready […]
Youth
Calling All Kids!
by Thea Marie Rood Especially with the weather turning cooler—and the rainy season on the horizon—Sacramento kids need some safe, reliable transportation. Not only is the Sacramento Regional Transit District providing plenty of buses, light […]
Local Issues
Riding the (Light) Rails
A Q&A with Light Rail Operator Jessica Clark by Anne Stokes Light Rail Operator Jessica Clark has been with Sacramento Regional Transit District for eight years, driving light rail trains for four. She talks to […]
Disabilities
Freedom of Movement
by Anne Stokes For individuals with disabilities, reliable transportation is key to living an independent life. Sacramento Regional Transit District provides accommodating, reliable and affordable services to help riders with mobility, visual and other impairments […]
Local Issues
Need a ride? A shuttle is on its way.
by Allen Pierleoni The good news is that the Sacramento Regional Transit District has once again broadened its transit service area, offering safe, convenient and easy access to more destinations for riders. The better news […]
Local Issues
Safety First
A Q&A with SacRT Safety Specialist Stephen McCabe by Anne Stokes As a safety specialist, what does your job entail? It’s everything from environmental compliance, [which is] protection of soil and water, tracking chemical use […]